In our digital, click-to-connect world, many times actual human connection takes a back seat. I mean really. Who has time to make an actual connection let alone keep a connection?
In the recruiting, coaching and outplacement business, these connections are essential. It is our calling to bring people together, help keep them together, or assist in transition if the connection is no longer practical for some reason. We talk with clients and candidates and, perhaps more importantly, we listen. In helping our valued clients, we meet hundreds of qualified and high-potential people across industries.
Some have said, with the advent of artificial intelligence, social media, automation etc., recruiting as we know it is dying. I don’t agree because, in the current environment, the HUMAN element of human resources is even more essential. Digitization should simply aid in streamlining and extending reach for more face-to-face access, opening the door to candidates and clients that aren’t local to become this generation’s “handshake”. It doesn’t replace anything – it is a tool that enhances our human process. A computer program does not know the intangibles of a candidate nor the unique culture of our clients. A company is much more than its website; a candidate is much more than a resume.
To the candidates we place or work with, this is why we work hard at getting to know you beyond what your resume tells us. We ask you questions about your life outside of work, interests, hobbies, goals, family, etc.
To our clients, this is why we will be reaching out to you on occasion to touch base and see how things are going and to stay abreast of what you see in your company’s future.
Connection is our calling, and we answer that call – in person.
