The Value of Networks

Thu, Oct 25, 2007

A fun story by Amybeth Hale on the value of networks can be read on Jim Stroud’s blog. The other cool part about how this all came together is the value the recruiter, Nikole Hunt, played in ensuring Waggener Edstrom was able to bring in great talent. Nikole had the depth of understanding around the business need/problem and was creative in her thinking. She was able to effectively present Amybeth as an awesome candidate and position how to evolve the role in order to leverage the skills Amybeth would bring to the company. That to me is a great recruiter! In the current talent market and anticipated talent shortages its those recruiters who think beyond the standard parameters and bring in the best talent that will add the most value.

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As president and founder of Talent Synchronicity, Susan develops talent strategy solutions through an integrated alignment with core business functions and processes. Susan weaves together technology, social media, branding, P & L experience, and alignment with business directives to create intrinsic value in strategic recruitment and talent initiatives. Susan also serves as executive director for The Future of Talent - a community of senior talent leaders influencing the future of talent strategies to guide their organizations to achieve sustainable and competitive practices. Previously, Susan was Worldwide Talent Acquisition Leader with Waggener Edstrom Worldwide, the second largest privately held PR firm. Susan was responsible for leading and developing a global talent attraction and acquisition function, a workforce planning model, and Agency Executive Board guidance. Prior to Waggener Edstrom, Susan was Operating Vice President of Employment Initiatives and College Relations for Federated Department Stores (Macy's Inc), the parent company of Macy's and Bloomingdales. Susan led the transformation of Federated's recruitment process, employment brand and recruiting technology through a number of key initiatives. Additionally, through her leadership of Federated’s college relations program the company was recognized by Business Week as one of the Top 50 employers for new college graduates. Consulting Services Include: • Integrated Recruitment and Talent Management Strategy Design and Development • Employment Brand Differentiation • Social Media Strategy • Workforce/Talent Planning • Recruitment Leader Development • University Recruitment and Relations Strategy • Recruitment Team Structure and Processes

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