Time to Hire

In 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.

Listen to this episode for a comprehensive view of the RPO industry's past, present, and future.

This episode is based on an edited version of Terhark's keynote for the 2024 RPOA Annual Conference. Mark your calendar for the upcoming RPOA conference in Chicago on September 28-30, 2025.
 

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About the Podcast

Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

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In this episode of the Time to Hire podcast, host Lamees Abourahma features an expert panel of TA and RPO leaders from the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. The panelists discuss key findings from the latest RPO Trends Study. Ben Eubanks, Senior Analyst at Lighthouse Research and Advisory, moderated.

The panel shares how RPO providers help companies use AI, improve their brand, and hire better. The panelists also give tips on making a strong case for RPO services and on urgent hiring needs. By listening, talent professionals can learn new strategies to improve recruiting, boost their employer brand, and innovate talent acquisition. Tune in to learn the top recruitment trends for 2025.

Want in-depth insights and data on the top RPO trends for 2025? Find the RPO Buyers Guide on the RPOA website (coming later January 2025)!

Guests:
Rob Navarrete, Global Head of Global Service Delivery Recruitment and Transformation at WTW
Kelly Burlage, VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Lineage Logistics
Trent Cotton, VP of Talent and Culture, Hatchworks
Sarah Peiker, CEO, Board Member, Global Workforce Strategist
 
Mark your calendar for the 2025 RPO Association annual conference in Chicago on September 28-30. The RPOA Conference is the ultimate gathering for top RPO executives, service delivery leaders, advisors, and technology innovators.

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Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

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In this episode of the Time to Hire podcast, Lamees Abourahma features Ben Eubanks's keynote speech from the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. Ben, the lead researcher at LightHouse Research & Advisory, shared key insights from the 2025 RPO Trends Study. He discussed what job candidates want. He also talked about how employers can use AI and data to improve their recruiting. You'll learn the top priorities for companies using RPO services. You'll also learn what makes them satisfied with their RPO partners. This episode has tips to help you hire better candidates and outpace the competition.

Mark your calendar for the 2025 RPO Association annual conference in Chicago on September 28-30. The RPOA Conference is the ultimate gathering for top RPO executives, service delivery leaders, advisors, and technology innovators.

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Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

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This episode of Time to Hire explores the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) industry. Moderated by Joe Marino, Chief Growth Officer at Hueman and a member of the RPO Association Advisory Board, a panel of industry leaders share insights on critical aspects of the M&A process from both the buying and selling perspectives. Key topics include financial targets, deal structures, and navigating the acquisition journey. The episode was originally recorded during the 2024 RPOA Annual Conference in Chicago on October 7, 2024.

Guests:
Bill Filip, Founder & Managing Director, Delancy Partners
Matt Corbett, Founder and President, ZRG Embedded Recruiting
Dwight Cooper, Chairman at Hueman People Solutions

Mark your calendar for the 2025 RPO Association annual conference in Chicago on September 28-30. The RPOA Conference is the ultimate gathering for top RPO executives, service delivery leaders, advisors, and technology innovators. 

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Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

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As AI snowballs in recruiting, tech vendors amp up investment to improve tools for recruiters. In this episode, Lamees Abourahma shares Kevin Wheeler's keynote speech at the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. He provides insights on the role of AI in recruitment. He highlights the advantages of RPO companies using AI. Wheeler gives a hopeful perspective on the future of recruitment technology, while noting its potential challenges on the industry.

About the Guest Speaker

Kevin Wheeler, a futurist and writer, knows the ways of talent. He was one of the founders of the RPOA. He advises Fortune 500 companies on human resources, talent acquisition, and growth. Kevin often speaks and writes about the future of these fields. His latest work is "Talent Acquisition Excellence: Using Digital Capabilities and Analytics to Improve Recruitment." He crafts a column each week that looks out onto the horizon of hiring and HR. He travels the world, sharing his insights at events. Kevin directs the Australasian Talent Conference in Australia.


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Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

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In this episode, thinker, writer, creator, builder, leader, and co-founder of FairNow, Guru Sethupathy joins Lamees Abourahma to share invaluable insights on AI governance in recruiting. He highlights a framework for understanding AI governance (ethics, fairness, bias, security, regulations, etc.) and questions to ask technology vendors. This episode helps talent leaders ensure that their technology solutions reflect the values and ethical standards of their organization.

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About the Podcast

Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

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In this episode, Daniel Culbertson, Senior Economist at Indeed Hiring Lab, joins Lamees Abourahma to provide a valuable overview of general trends in the US labor market and recommendations for recruiting professionals. This episode gives RPO and TA leaders important data to face the challenges and embrace the opportunities of the dynamic US Labor Market.

Intro
The Slowing Labor Market: Supply and Demand Trends     [2:32]
The Contrary Unemployment Rate                                          [4:30]
Indeed Job Postings Show Healthy Demand for Workers    [6:00]
Slow Hiring Rates Amidst Labor Supply Improvements      [10:24]
Wage Growth Normalization                                                     [14:46]           
Remote Work Perseveres                                                           [16:45]                               
Economic Outlook and Recession Possibilities.                    [19:40]
Recruiting Strategies for Tight Labor Markets.                      [23:13]
Outro.                                                                                            [26:10]

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About the Podcast

Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

Learn more about RPOA and join the community at: https://www.rpoassociation.org.

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In this episode, Victoria Hil, Senior Director of Diversity and Social Impact at Advanced RPO joins Lamees Abourahma to speak about fostering an inclusive work environment by understanding and accommodating neurodiversity. Discover practical strategies to support thinking styles of employees who have conditions like ADHD, autism, and dyslexia, and unlock the benefits of these divergent thinking styles. Hear real-life examples and expert advice on creating a culture of empathy, open communication, and tailored accommodations. Whether you're a business leader, HR professional, or simply want to understand neurodiversity, this episode gives you the knowledge to build a thriving, neurodiverse workforce.

Introduction and Welcome.                                                     [0:00]
Introuction to Neurodiversity                                                    [2:36]
Understanding Neurodiversity                                                  [6:49]
Case Study: John the Data Analyst.                                        [13:34]
Neurodiversity Spectrum and Common Conditions           [18:06]
How Common is Neurodiversion                                            [25:47]
Case Study: Cynthia Member of Internal Project Team      [29:07]
 Creating a Culture of Safety and Support.                           [29:40]
Famous People of the Neurodiversity Spectrum                  [35:22]
Do You Know Someone Who is NeuroDivers?                       [39:26]
Understanding Neurodiverse Triggers                                    [40:14]
Addressing Neurodiversity in the Workplace.                        [43:33]
Outro.                                                                                             [50:11]

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About the Podcast

Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

Learn more about RPOA and join the community at: https://www.rpoassociation.org.

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In this episode of Time to Hire, acclaimed RPO leaders Kris Fox and Zach Coffey at Hueman join Lamees to discuss best practices for successfully implementing an external partnership. They will share valuable tips on ensuring a successful external recruitment (RPO implementation) and emphasize the importance of setting clear goals, building a strong team, and establishing a solid project plan. These tips help create a foundation to support your new implementation.

Hueman, a leading national people solutions organization and a gold member of the RPOA, has been instrumental in shaping the RPO landscape. We are proud to announce that Joe Marino, Hueman's Chief Operating Officer, has recently joined the RPOA Advisory Board, further demonstrating our commitment to excellence and industry leadership.

Intro

How do you build a solid foundation for an RPO implementation? [4:12]

What are the five critical areas for a successful implementation? [6:16]

What is the role of an implementation lead in project management, and how do they handle pushback? [10:35]

What is the importance of establishing critical roles in implementation, and how can visual aids help with project planning? [14:16]

What is the required effort for a talent acquisition leader to implement an RPO? [17:47]

Overall, what should a successful implementation of RPO services look like? [20:12]

Key Takeaways [24:47]

Outro

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About the Podcast

Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

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In this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abourahama welcomes Trent Cotton, author of the newly released book High-Performance Recruiting. Trent will present the seven traits, environments, and leadership styles of high-performance recruiting teams.

Trent's insights, grounded in his real-world experiences as a recruiting leader and his meticulous research, provide the theory and practical application of the traits. He shares stories illustrating how each trait works together to elevate team performance. 

Intro

The Purpose of Trent's  book 7 Traits of High Performace Recruiting [3:36]

Mediocre Recruiting Teams v. High-Performance Recruiting Teams [4:54]

The 7 Traits of High-Performance Recruiting Teams [7:00]

The 7 Environments in Which High-Performance Recruiting Teams Flourish [20:35]

7 Leadership Styles That Help High-Performance Recruiting Teams Thrive [25:18]

Outro

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About the Podcast

Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition.

Learn more about RPOA and join the community at: https://www.rpoassociation.org.

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