Welcome to the Show:

• Greet listeners and introduce the podcast name.

Hosts Introduction:

• Anthony and Tanner, two IT executives with a combined 35 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity.

Episode Overview:

• Introduction to today’s topic: Finding, Hiring, and Retaining Technology Employees.

Anthony’s Update:

• Recap of the conference attended.

Tanner’s Update:

• Current issues being tackled in the company.

• Brief Introduction:

• Overview of the main topic: The critical aspects of finding, hiring, and retaining technology employees.

Attracting Talent in SMBs:

• The difficulty small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face compared to larger corporations.

Location-Based Challenges:

• How geographical location affects the talent pool.

Remote Job Market Competition:

• The rise of remote work and its impact on local hiring.

Salary Disparities:

• Comparison of pay scales between SMBs and large enterprises.

Close-Knit Work Environment:

• Describing the family-like atmosphere in smaller organizations.

Direct Interaction with Leadership:

• Opportunities for employees to interact with top executives.

Impact and Recognition:

• How individual contributions are more visible in smaller settings.

Flexibility and Work-Life Balance:

• Offering flexible schedules and remote work options.

Highlighting Advantages in Job Postings:

• Crafting compelling job descriptions that attract top talent.

Promoting Company Culture and Values:

• The importance of a strong organizational culture.

Competitive Salary and Benefits Packages:

• Offering market-competitive salaries.

Community Involvement and Reputation:

• How being active in the community can enhance your company’s attractiveness.

Work-Life Balance:

• Policies that support employees’ personal lives.

Team-Building Activities:

• Organizing regular team outings and events.

Autonomy and Leadership Opportunities:

• Allowing employees to lead projects.

Flexible Work Arrangements:

• Implementing hybrid work models.

Benefits of Internships:

• How internships can serve as a talent pipeline.

Challenges of Implementing Internship Programs:

• Security and training concerns.

Success Stories:

• Examples of interns who became full-time employees.

Technical Interviews and Assessments:

• Different approaches to evaluating technical skills.

Cultural Fit and Team Dynamics:

• Assessing candidates for cultural and team fit.

Pre-Employment Tests:

• The role of cognitive and personality tests in the hiring process.

Balancing Long-Term and Immediate Impact:

• The value of hiring for both short-term gains and long-term stability.

Fostering a Positive Work Culture:

• Continuous efforts to maintain and improve workplace culture.

Continuous Improvement of Recruitment Processes:

• Regularly reviewing and refining hiring practices.

Listener Engagement:

• Encourage listeners to share their experiences and strategies.

Call to Action:

• Subscribe to the podcast.

Reminder of Release Schedule:

• Biweekly episodes released every other Monday.

Thank You:

• Thank listeners for their support and engagement.