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Time to HireEP 31 Leigh Cuevas on Using Direct Sourcing to Build Proactive Talent CommunitiesLeigh Cuevas joins Lamees Abourahma to discuss the three critical shifts every TA leader must make: moving from reactive to proactive sourcing, turning sourcers into passionate brand ambassadors, and building engaged talent communities before you need them. Discover the proven framework that cut one aerospace manufacturer's time-to-fill in half while boosting retention to 87%. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.Join us in Chicago for the 2025 RPOA Annual Conference!Connect with RPO leaders and TA innovators as we explore powerful stories shaping strategic talent acquisition.September 28–30 | LondonHouse ChicagoLearn mo...2025-06-2745 minTime to HireEP 30 Matt Corbett on Navigating AI's Massive Recruiting Transformation Without Getting Lost in ComplexityIn this episode, Matt Corbett, President at ZRG Embedded Recruiting, joins Lamees Abourahma to discuss the transformative effect of AI on the recruiting industry. They examine the benefits and challenges of integrating AI into hiring processes, the importance of balancing technology and human touch. Matt also shares insights on how organizations can successfully navigate the turbulent seas of AI-powered recruiting. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.This episode helps talent acquisition leaders strategically navigate AI implementation, balance technology with human touch, and avoid common deployment pitfalls.Ready to Transform Your Hiring Strategy?2025-06-1321 minTime to HireEp 29 Jenna Hinrichsen on Data Analytics: Strategic Effect on Talent AcquisitionIn this episode, Jenna Hinrichsen, Director of Recruitment Strategy and Labor Market Analytics at Advanced RPO, joins Lamees Abourahma to share strategic insights on leveraging data analytics for effective talent acquisition. They explore how organizations can move from reactive hiring to proactive workforce planning through market intelligence and competitor analysis. Jenna outlines a framework for developing data-driven recruitment strategies that align with market realities while delivering greater hiring success. Jenna highlights compensation benchmarking, experience requirement optimization, and the critical importance of acting on data insights rather than merely collecting them. This episode helps talent acquisition leaders build s...2025-05-2315 minTime to HireEp 28 Chip Holmes on Hiring Efficiency: How Project-Based RPO Eases Recruitment SurgesIn this episode, RPO expert Chip Holmes joins Lamees Abourahma to share insights on the growing trend of Project-Based RPO. As organizations navigate economic uncertainty, this flexible recruiting approach functions as a critical "relief valve" for hiring challenges. Chip explains how Project-Based RPO helps companies maintain stability during seasonal demands, facility relocations, and post-merger integrations without disrupting internal teams.The conversation explores how AI and automation enhance project efficiency through improved screening, selection processes, and predictive analytics. Chip emphasizes that effective implementation requires cultural alignment, thorough communication, and strategic forecasting. Looking ahead, Project-Based RPO evolves from purely...2025-05-0931 minTime to HireEP 27 Talent Acquisition Tech Strategists on AI and Automation Transforming Recruitment ProcessesIn this insightful episode of Time to Hire, host Lamees Abourahma speaks with Agile One executives Andrea Barre (VP of RPO) and Jordan Morrow (SVP of Data and AI Transformation) about transforming talent acquisition through data analytics. Barre and Morrow discuss how organizations can pivot from reactive recruitment to strategic workforce planning by using high-quality data and AI. They explore essential metrics for optimizing hiring processes, strategies for aligning talent acquisition with business goals, and the critical role of data literacy across all organizational levels. Barre and Morrow emphasize that successful implementation requires more than just technology—it demands a...2025-04-2527 minTime to HireEP 26 Mindset Transformation: Kristen Fox on Conquering Leadership Challenges with Mental FitnessIn this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abourahma welcomes mental fitness expert Kristen Fox, Practice Leader at Talent Rise, alongside Suzie Mitchell, SVP of Client Delivery at Broadleaf Results. Fox reveals how brain training transforms leadership effectiveness in talent acquisition. The conversation delivers strategies to overcome negative thought patterns and build resilience.The discussion provides actionable insights on:- Convert saboteur thinking to sage perspective- Develop mental resilience- Apply brain-training techniques- Build empathetic leadership approachesMitchell shares firsthand experience implementing Fox's mental fitness strategies, demonstrating practical applications...2025-04-1145 minTime to HireEP 25: Talent and Procurement Leaders on RPO's Evolving Role in Talent and ProcurementIn this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abouramha welcomes global talent and procurement experts to discuss the changing role of Recruitment Process Outsourcing in talent acquisition and procurement strategies. Moderator Sherry Hamilton leads procurement officer Michael Stringer and global talent expert Gloria MacLennan through key developments for 2025. The panel explores how RPO providers deliver value through technology innovation while maintaining human connections. They highlight the importance of data transparency and strong partnerships between talent teams and procurement. Listeners will learn how RPO solutions help organizations address talent shortages and adapt to changing business needs. The discussion provides practical...2025-03-2853 minTime to HireEp 24: Paul Sharpe and Miles Lloyd on Contingent to RPO: Creating Predictable Agency RevenueIn this episode, recruitment industry veterans Paul Sharpe and Miles Lloyd join Lamees Abourahma to share strategic insights on transitioning from contingency recruitment to RPO models. They outline a framework for developing talent solutions that create predictable revenue streams while delivering greater client value. The experts highlight customer segmentation strategies, service proposition development, and the Kano analysis method for testing market fit. This episode helps agency owners build sustainable recurring revenue through properly structured RPO offerings that elevate their business beyond traditional recruitment models.The conversation covers:- The definition and business case for RPO solutions2025-03-1453 minTime to HireEp 23: HR Economics Pioneer Maria Scarangella Unlocks Value in Talent DataIn this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abourahma features Maria Scarangella's keynote address from the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. Maria, former GEICO executive, shares insights from her 37-year career in HR and operations. She explains how companies can measure the costs of hiring, training, and turnover to make better decisions. Scarangella reveals how she saved GEICO $94 million per year by focusing on employee performance and retention. She breaks down the connection between talent strategies and business goals. The episode includes details about her new HR economics course launching with RPOA in 2025.Discover how to transform your HR...2025-02-2138 minTime to HireEp 22: Terry Terhark on the Evolution of RPOIn this episode, Lamees Abourahma welcomes Terry Terhark to the podcast. Terhark, a 35-year, highly-accomplished veteran of the RPO industry, shares his perspective on the growth of recruitment process outsourcing.Terhark chronicles RPO's evolution from project-based hiring to a mature, rapidly growing market, highlighting the impacts of COVID-19 and AI. He emphasizes the importance of quality recruiting, direct sourcing, and strategic consulting as core RPO capabilities. He predicts increasing technology expectations, more blended deals, and the potential for higher RPO valuations. Terhark advises RPO providers to differentiate on quality, build strong relationships, and understand their market position.2025-02-0734 min