Finding the right talent is one of the toughest things an organization must do right now. There is a huge need to expand the scope of hiring beyond traditional methods and mindsets, to tap into talent pools that would so often be underutilized. Barriers need to be broken down to create access to employment – but what does this actually look like? And how can companies become more innovative in their approach?

On this week’s episode of The Shortlist, we’re chatting with Nick Mailey, the VP of TA at Equinix. Nick has seen huge success in creating career pathways for individuals who perhaps have taken a pause from work, are transitioning from another industry, or are entering the workforce for the first time. We’ll talk about how this changes the standard playbook for hiring, the role of training in driving this approach, and the importance of looking for soft skills when interviewing.