Don’t be a Talent Turkey This Holiday Season 

The holidays are just around the corner! Your inbox is full of festive invitations, seasonal recipes, and holiday plans, but let’s be real. While we’re all thinking about turkey dinners, cozy sweaters, and a well-earned moment to relax, one thing that should not be put on autopilot is your hiring process. This is where you don’t want to be a Talent Turkey.  What is a Talent Turkey, you ask? It’s the hiring manager…

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First-Class Failures in Onboarding and How to Fix Them 

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Too often, businesses focus on the interview process, pulling out all the stops to attract top talent, only to fall short when it comes to welcoming them to the team. In this blog, we’re diving into why onboarding shouldn’t feel like an economy seat on a flight after a first-class interview experience. We’ll explore how you can transform your onboarding process from a…

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Say This Not That: A Practical Guide on How to Use Behavioral Assessments Without Crossing the EEOC Line 

Just like choosing the right foods in a diet can make all the difference, so can using the right language when applying behavioral assessments like the Predictive Index (PI) to your hiring process. These tools give you a data-driven advantage, providing insight into how candidates perform in specific roles. But, much like with diet, the wrong approach can have serious…

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Hiring for Longevity: The Long Game in Talent Acquisition 

It’s Time for an Upgrade, or Is It? Hiring for the Longevity  In the immortal words of the SNL/Lonely Island skit starring Andy Samberg, Threw it on the Ground, “My dad’s not a cell phone”.  Ask some employees, and they might answer that sometimes they feel like they are consumable. Hired as a bright spark offering the latest in innovation and…

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Harris or Trump: The Implications of the 2024 Election on the Future of Hiring 

As the nation approaches a pivotal election, the atmosphere is charged with uncertainty and anticipation. Whether Donald Trump returns to the presidency or Kamala Harris ascends to the highest office, one thing is clear: the outcomes will resonate across industries, particularly within the hiring sector. In these volatile times, it’s crucial for companies, hiring managers,…

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The Haunting Truth: Unmasking the Myths of Hiring Horror Stories

As the chill of October creeps in, and shadows lengthen, hiring managers find themselves navigating a haunted landscape—one filled with myths and misconceptions that can turn the hiring process into a true horror story. Picture this: a haunted house where the walls whisper tales of candidates gone wrong and hiring decisions that backfired. To avoid…

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Celebrating 10 Years at Titus: Aaron Chaltry

Ten years ago, Aaron was introduced to Titus Talent Strategies by Ben Murphy, a trusted friend and former teammate. With a solid foundation of trust from their shared sports days and college years, Aaron made the leap that would lead to a remarkable decade at Titus. The guidance from leaders like Ben, Peter Hahm, and…

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Staying in Compliance with the EEOC: The Role of Predictive Index in Fair Hiring Practices 

Organizations are increasingly turning to tools like the Predictive Index (PI) to make smarter hiring decisions. A common concern is how to ensure these tools are used in ways that align with EEOC guidelines. Misusing assessments can result in unintentional bias or discrimination, undermining the fairness and integrity of your hiring processes.  In this blog, we will explore how employers can effectively…

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How to Make Your Company Irresistible to (the Right) Job Seekers 

Would you invite just anyone to your house party? Probably not. So why take that approach when hiring? If you’re solely on job boards and online postings, it’s like throwing open the doors to everyone. Yes, you might find a great candidate, but you’re more likely to be swamped by hundreds of applicants who don’t quite fit.  Instead, you need to become the company that…

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