Back to Work

On second part of this special two-part series of Yoh's Back to Work podcast, guest Tom Enright, VP of Recruiting Specialty Practices at Yoh, explores key aspects of developing an effective recruiting strategy in 2024. Tom discusses the impact of hybrid work on talent acquisition, emerging recruiting technologies, strategies for welcoming Gen Z into the workforce, and how companies can plan for a potential economic downturn.  
 
With more than 30 years of recruiting experience, Tom shares his expert insights and practical guidance on navigating the evolving landscape of talent acquisition.  

If you haven’t listened yet, be sure to check out part one, where we discussed the new candidate journey, changes in employer branding, and the evolution of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace with Matt Rivera, Senior VP of Marketing and Communications at Yoh and Day & Zimmermann: [LINK] 

On the first part of this two-part series of Yoh’s Back to Work podcast, guest Matt Rivera, Senior VP of Marketing and Communication at Yoh, explores the dynamic world of talent acquisition in 2024. Reflecting on 2023, the episode addresses challenges such as inflation and labor movements, setting the stage for a discussion on emerging trends shaping the recruitment landscape.  
 
Matt gives insights into the changes in the candidate journey amid hybrid work, and the pivotal impact of authentic employer branding on attracting and retaining top-tier talent in the highly competitive job market. The episode concludes with a focus on diversity and inclusion in talent acquisition, shedding light on the evolving landscape and practical strategies for ensuring diversity is more than a buzzword in recruitment efforts. 
 
Stay tuned for the next part of this series featuring a conversation with Tom Enright, Vice President of Recruiting Specialty Practices at Yoh. That episode will examine hybrid work’s impact on recruiting, new recruiting and talent management technologies, and strategies for welcoming Gen Z into the workforce.

On this episode of Back to Work, unravel the core elements of impactful leadership in today's dynamic landscape. Discover how timeless qualities like ambition, initiative, and critical thinking intersect with modern leadership approaches to drive team success.

Join us as we explore the pivotal role of trust-building in leadership, where transparency, integrity, and empathy form the bedrock of team loyalty and commitment. Unveil the ripple effect of effective leadership on both productivity and talent management, as we discuss the far-reaching influence of innovation and risk-taking in fostering organizational agility.

Our guest, Dallas Grundy, Senior Vice President and CFO at The University of Akron, brings over two decades of transformative leadership experience from prestigious institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and Rutgers University. Tune in to gain fresh insights into the ever-evolving world of leadership, whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring leader, or simply intrigued by the dynamics behind thriving teams.

As Baby Boomers continue to age out of the workforce in greater numbers, the presence and impact of Generation Z will only increase in the coming years. Estimates predict Gen Zers will occupy roughly 30% of the workforce by 2030. With this significant shift comes a host of new preferences, priorities and predispositions that organizations should be mindful of in order to attract, engage and retain this rapidly growing crop of talent.

On our latest episode of our Back to Work podcast series, J.T. O’Donnell, CEO and founder of Work It Daily, a career counseling and coaching platform joins the show to discuss this topic. J.T. explore the key insights, actionable strategies and expert advice organizations can leverage in order to develop and implement tailored recruitment efforts that resonate with Gen Zers.

Last year, a Yoh survey of 1,000 American workers found that while 41% say their company acknowledges holidays related to race, ethnicity or gender (e.g., Black History Month, Women’s History Month and/or Hispanic Heritage Month), their employer doesn’t take any specific actions to advocate for these groups. Worse still, more than one-fifth of workers say their company talks about improving diversity and equity in the workplace but does not follow through with action.

In many instances, what companies are doing with their DE&I initiatives can come across as inauthentic and simply performative. It’s all talk and little action.

Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney PC explores all this and more on the latest episode of Back to Work.

Buchanan is a law firm with offices throughout the country and hundreds of lawyers who specialize in a broad spectrum of legal matters. Lloyd is also the host of the Dimensions of Diversity podcast, where he interviews thought leaders on the many aspects of diversity in the workplace. On this episode of Back to Work, Lloyd discusses how creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace requires more than just empty gestures or performative actions. They delve into the importance of authenticity in DE&I practices and discuss strategies that HR leaders can adopt to foster genuine inclusivity.

Welcome to another engaging episode of Yoh's podcast, "Back to Work." On this episode, we delve into the critical aspects of building and sustaining an enriching work culture.

Join us as we explore the challenges and solutions faced by HR professionals in today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, where the workforce may be a mix of in-person, remote, and hybrid employees.

In the modern world, where we dedicate a significant portion of our lives to work, it becomes imperative to create a workplace that motivates, appreciates, and fulfills its employees. Attracting and retaining top talent, boosting productivity, and ensuring employee satisfaction and happiness all depend on cultivating an engaging work culture.

In this episode, we are thrilled to have Kayla Lebovits, the CEO and Founder of Bundle, back on the show. Bundle is a personalized virtual solution that empowers organizations to invest in their employees' professional development, wellbeing, and engagement.

Together with Kayla, we will explore key factors that contribute to a thriving work culture, including fostering a sense of belonging, promoting work-life balance, recognizing and rewarding employees' efforts, and effectively measuring and assessing employee engagement.

Tune in for expert insights, practical tips, and inspiring ideas on how HR professionals and organizations can create an environment where employees feel valued, motivated, and excited to be Back to Work!

With the number of social media users expected to increase by almost eight percent in 2022, recruiting via social media continues to grow and is becoming one of the key drivers of talent acquisition. On this episode of Back to Work, Senior Business Development Manager at Yoh Michelle Sohl joins the podcast to explore the use of social media in the staffing space and share best practices for social recruiting. Michelle discusses the pros and cons of recruiting on social media, how to target posts to reach the desired candidate pool, and key trends shaping the future of talent acquisition. This podcast also features strategies on how to optimize social media for top talent acquisition.

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On this episode of Women at Work, our guest Michelle Sohl, Senior Business Development Manager at Yoh, gives background on her journey from working retail to becoming a sales leader at Yoh. The conversation progresses to the importance of women working in the technology industry and the unique challenges that come with being a woman in this traditionally male-dominated industry. Michelle talks about her hope that there will soon be societal changes around the stereotypical jobs that women are “supposed to have” and offers advice for young females entering the tech space.   
 
To learn more about Yoh visit: https://www.yoh.com/ 
To learn more about Michelle Sohl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-sohl/ 

Women make up a significant portion of the healthcare workforce, yet still remain underpaid and underrepresented in leadership roles when compared to men. Having a diverse group of healthcare workers can lead to better health outcomes, better patient care and a more equitable workplace overall.

On our second episode of our four-part Women at Work series, our guest Christine Torres, Director of Healthcare Practices at Yoh, discusses her 21-year journey in healthcare recruiting and her passion for patient care. The conversation delves into the challenges women face in the healthcare industry and how to overcome them. Christine shares her experience of finding a balance between her leadership role and raising a family, with the help of a good support system.

To learn more about Yoh visit: https://www.yoh.com/
To learn more about Christine Torres: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinemosessian/

The increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) has greatly impacted the recruitment process. As of 2020, 1 in 10 organizations have integrated AI in their HR       departments, with another 36% planning this integration over the next few years. Those numbers have certainly increased since the pandemic began.       While AI usage would lessen the workload of HR professionals, 65% of HR professionals say they do not see AI in recruitment processes as a threat to their jobs either way.

On this episode of Back to Work, guest Mike Dachenhaus, Vice President of Digital Transformation at Yoh, joins the podcast to explore the effects of AI technology on HR and recruitment processes.

If the transition to a work-from-home structure wasn’t challenging enough, the transition back to the office may prove even more difficult. Many folks ended up turning what had been a living space into a working space and further blurring the lines between work and real life. Recent surveys show there is an increased anxiety about returning to work in-person. Developing a workspace with ongoing support for employee health and well-being is crucial.

On this episode of Back to Work, guest Matt Charney, Talent Acquisition Community Leader at HR.com, provides key insights and strategies on keeping your team engaged during your company’s transition back to the office.

For employers, the current job market is leaving them in distress as they struggle to find and secure the best talent for their companies. As a result, many companies are looking for ways to improve their hiring practices so that they can stand out in candidates’ pools of potential employers. Many companies have begun to offer incentives to new hires such as increased pay and increased PTO. Yet, are these strategies enough to alleviate the struggles faced in this competitive market? Are there other tools that employees and employers can utilize to better navigate this environment and have a more successful hiring experience?

Welcome back to Yoh's Back to Work. On this episode, we discuss the extreme level of competition that is currently shaping the job market and address the ways that everyone involved can better navigate the hiring process and level the playing field.

Launia Terry, Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Yoh joins us for this episode. Launia, is here with us to address the serious competition in the job market as a result of the pandemic period and discuss what employees and employers can do to adapt their hiring practices to compete in this environment and better their odds at finding success.

No matter how many emails, zoom or teams meeting or virtual happy hours, it is impossible to replace the impact of in-person communication. Even though, remote and hybrid work options have allowed businesses to stay productive through the pandemic, but one of the biggest challenges has been effective communication.

Sometimes digital communications are often more open to interpretation and more likely to cause confusion, which is more likely to negatively affect everything from productivity to morale.

Welcome Back to Yoh's Back to Work. On this episode, we explore effective ways of keeping top talent engaged in team settings whether they are remote, hybrid or in person. Ben Kendrew, Recruitment Manager, Technical Staffing Specialist, for the UK/Europe at Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company joins us for this episode.

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted virtually every aspect of everyday life, but the longest-lasting impact may be on our mental health.

Many people are suffering from anxiety at the thought of having to go back to the office — after COVID-19 forced millions into a work-from-home lifestyle.

Welcome back to Yoh’s podcast, Back to Work. On this episode, we talk about returning a workforce back to normal during and after COVID-19. We’ll also talk about what this “new normal” will look like for employers and employees alike. Our guest for this episode is Becky Harrowell, Internal Recruitment Manager at Yoh.

Becky is here with us to address the fears and social anxiety of returning to an in-person work environment. As the economy comes back to life and mask mandates are being dropped, many are being asked to come back into the workplace, making return-to-work social anxiety a concerning trend.

Creating a diverse and inclusive work culture is essential to operating a successful business with the ability to grow. However, it’s important for companies to understand that the task at hand is not simply about attracting minorities. Instead, it is about retaining these diverse individuals and truly offering them a workplace that values their contributions.

Welcome to Yoh’s podcast, Back to Work and on this podcast, we discuss the importance of companies attracting and retaining diverse group of employees for their teams. This episode will offer strategies that businesses can take to increase diversity and discuss some common errors that companies make that lead to insufficient diversity initiatives, with the hope that such mistakes can be avoided moving forward.

Our guest for this episode is, Regina Blair, VP of Talent and Diversity and Inclusion at Day and Zimmerman. 

The COVID-19 pandemic has truly left an impact on all aspects of our lives. In response, many Americans have developed a new appreciation for their overall wellbeing, and their new priorities are leading to some life-altering decisions.

Specifically, many people have noticed the major-toll the pandemic has taken on their mental health and are now looking for opportunities that will allow them to live happier lives. Recent reports show more than 4 million workers left their job in August alone – the highest number ever recorded.  

The long-lasting impact on mental health is no stranger to the workplace and in conjunction with other unmaintained issues, a worker’s revolution has begun to boom into what is being called “The Great Resignation.”

In recent months, millions of workers across the country have walked out of their jobs as they make the self-affirming decision to prioritize their mental health and choose to no longer suffer from toxic work environments. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4 million Americans quit their jobs in July of 2021 alone. By the end of July, a record-breaking 10.9 million jobs were left unfilled, and as of August, it had been reported that 55% of people in the workforce were likely to look for a new position in the coming months.

In this episode of our Back to Work podcast series, Yoh's Vice President  of Marketing and Communications, Matt Rivera, discusses with our host  Jason Rocker why so many Americans are leaving their jobs and how  employers can retain and grow their teams .