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Hiring Isn't the Problem, Retention Is with Ryan Englin - Core Matters

E79 • Feb 13, 2024 • 64 mins

In this episode, Ryan Englin shares his business approach, emphasizing on employee retention strategies. He discusses the importance of cross-functional training, preparing for craft workers' retirement, and the role of job titles in recruitment. Englin also talks about overcoming biases in hiring, the balance of A-players and B-players, and the significance of niche specialization. The episode concludes with recruiting and retention advice and a brief introduction to his book, "Hire Better Faster".

Key Points

Successful AEC companies scale by being intentional about solving problems and being authentic in their hiring and retention strategies.
Employee referral programs are most effective when the incentives align with the company's values, rather than just offering monetary rewards.
Using an applicant tracking system can revolutionize the recruitment process by managing applicants more effectively and automating communication.

Connect with Ryan Englin - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanenglin/ Website: https://corematters.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hire-Better-People-Faster-Attracting/dp/1544536178 Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJyPu1877zyRaOvxfa6HA0IvCcx0h0Df1

Connect with Justin & Will - Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willforet/ Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justneagle/

Learn More & Connect With Spot Migration - Website: https://www.spotmigration.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spot-migration Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotmigration Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Spotmigration Do you want to be a guest on the show? Go to https://buildingscale.net/guests Need to discuss your IT and Cybersecurity Strategy? Go to https://buildingscale.net/help

Speakers

Will Foret

Host • 11%

Justin Neagle

Host • 19%

Justin Neagle

Host • 0%

Ryan Englin

Guest • 70%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction to hosts, podcast and guest, Ryan Englin
0:32	Sponsor message
2:14	Ryan Englin's Business Approach and Views on Hiring vs Retention
9:21	Vision, Cross-Functional Training, and Company Cohesion
16:01	Training New Employees and Preparing for Retirement of Craft Workers
21:12	Challenges in Changing Established Business Practices and Policies
24:55	Authenticity and Vulnerability in Business and Recruitment
33:37	Overcoming Biases in Hiring and Introduction to Ryan Englin's book, "Hire Better Faster"
40:20	Balancing A-players and B-players, and Role of Job Titles in Recruitment
54:17	Job Seeking Advice and Useful Technologies for Recruitment
1:03:00	Importance of Niche Specialization and Final Thoughts
1:07:00	Closing Remarks and Contact Information for Ryan Englin
1:09:00	Outro and reminders for listeners

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