What happens when small businesses find themselves battling large organizations in the race for talent? In the podcast, Kristen Appleman, a seasoned professional with over 13 years at ADP, unveils the secret weapon small businesses can use against their Goliath-like competitors.

Appleman underscores the significant role that a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) plays in empowering small to medium-sized businesses. In her role as a senior vice president general manager of ADP Total Source, she shines a spotlight on how a comprehensive suite of PEO services provides small businesses the edge they need.

Another interesting observation made by Appleman brings Gen Z into the picture. Their vocal advocacy for mental wellness has resulted in a gracious acceptance of open discussions about mental health at workplaces across generations. With an empathetic approach, employers are now learning to accommodate their employees' mental wellbeing through added resources, thereby enhancing employee engagement and retention.

With the right resources and approach, the Davids of today can surely beat the Goliaths of tomorrow.

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Are you trying to build cohesive teams? Then, skill-based hiring can revolutionize your recruitment process. Host William Tincup speaks with Josh Millet, CEO and co-founder of Criteria, about the power of skills-based hiring. Millet's insights and expertise provide a refreshing perspective on how skills-based hiring can transform traditional recruitment practices and drive long-term success in organizations.

Millet explains how Criteria's talent success business model goes beyond pre-employment assessments to offer a comprehensive suite of tools for building and optimizing teams. He emphasizes the importance of evaluating a candidate's potential to acquire new skills rather than solely focusing on their existing knowledge or educational background. Millet also discusses the need to devalue over-reliance on college degrees and experience as indicators of future success, highlighting the potential for skills-based hiring to level the playing field and promote diversity.

By shifting the focus to a candidate's abilities and skill potential, organizations can make smarter hiring decisions and build cohesive, high-performing teams for long-term success.

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Is leadership a mythical concept that only a few possess? In this episode of the RecruitingDaily Podcast, host William Tincup invites guest Amy Leschke-Kahle, Vice President of Talent Insights and Innovation at ADP, to shed light on the mythos surrounding great leaders and how to navigate the expectations placed upon them.

Amy is an expert in helping organizations rethink work and approach leadership differently. She shares her insights on the current expectations of leaders and whether they are realistic or not in these challenging times. Organizations have overloaded leaders with administrative tasks and coaching responsibilities, often overlooking their core competencies. Amy emphasizes the need for organizations to recognize the diverse strengths and passions of individuals, rather than forcing everyone to fit into a conventional leadership mold.

While addressing the topic of extraordinary leaders, Amy dispels the notion that there is a one-size-fits-all formula for greatness. Instead, she highlights the importance of embracing each leader's unique strengths and investing in their areas of affinity, creating a more authentic and impactful leadership style. From the power of frequent attention to team members to understanding the nuances of poor performance, their conversation is a wealth of knowledge for anyone interested in cultivating successful leaders.

Join us as we explore the myths of great leaders and uncover a fresh perspective on leadership development.

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