Welcome to the latest edition of The Big Squeeze by Tangerine Search—your go-to resource for the most innovative and impactful recruitment strategies and top talent resources.

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Building Values-Aligned Leadership & Inclusive Teams

Have you ever wondered why an organization’s internal culture often feels so different from its external brand? Or why we hear about the importance of diverse hiring, yet the data on diversity rarely shows much change?

The truth is, if we want to hire leaders who are committed to building equitable and inclusive teams, we need to ensure our hiring process reflects our core values, mission and the future we aspire to create.

Now is the best time to re-examine how your hiring process aligns with the culture you wish to cultivate. Let’s build leadership teams that reflect the change we want to see.

Mark your calendars and join my colleagues and me on LinkedIn LIVE on Tuesday, September 24 at 9 a.m. PST for an honest conversation about Hiring for Equity, Inclusion & Values.

In this relaxed hour-long panel event, we’ll explore ways to build a harmonious relationship between your hiring process and your organizational values and internal culture—resulting in deeper equity and collective success.

​Bookmark the event page and share with a friend!​

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Expert Perspectives

Q: How can companies enhance candidate engagement in a digital world?​
​A: Recruitment experts recommend using personalized communication, interactive content where possible (think social media job posts or videos on company culture, etc.) and real-time feedback. Remember, candidates considering joining your organization will have their whole lives affected by their decision. Keeping these job seekers updated on their status to the process, and tailoring your interactions to their communication preferences helps maintain engagement and improves the overall candidate experience.

Q: What are the key trends shaping the future of recruitment?​
​A: Key trends include the rise of AI and machine learning for candidate sourcing, the increasing importance of employer branding, and the shift toward remote and hybrid work models. Staying ahead of these trends can give your company a competitive edge in attracting top talent.

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Helpful Tips

Innovative Recruitment Tactics

In today’s dynamic job market, adopting forward-thinking recruitment strategies is crucial for attracting top talent. Discover these three innovative approaches designed to reshape your hiring process and give your organization a competitive edge.

1—Talent Experience Audits:

Regularly assess the candidate journey with surveys, feedback and analytics to identify and improve pain points, ensuring a candidate-centric process that enhances engagement and attracts top talent.

2—Real-Time Skills Assessments:

Use interactive simulations and coding challenges or other related test projects to evaluate candidates’ skills dynamically—providing accurate assessments aligned with job requirements and engaging candidates.

3—Dynamic Talent Pools:

​Maintain talent pools with regular updates and tailored communications to keep candidates engaged, reduce time-to-fill and build a strong pipeline of qualified talent. Leverage Tangerine Search's curated talent pools and work 1:1 with our skilled recruiters to find the right fit.

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Thank you for your continued partnership. I’m excited to assist with your hiring needs and support your company’s growth with top talent. If you enjoy The Big Squeeze, consider forwarding to a friend. And reach out anytime to connect with Team Tangerine.​

Best regards,

April Starlight | CEO & Sr Recruiter