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The Power of Little Things in Talent Management

Oct 23, 2024

In this episode, Amir Bormand sits down with Laura Hilton, Head of Executive Talent at Bain Capital Ventures, to explore how small but impactful actions in talent management can drive long-term success. They discuss the importance of relationship-building, effective follow-ups, and creating a standout candidate experience.

Laura shares how successful companies differentiate themselves by mastering the 'little things' — from personalized outreach to seamless communication. She also offers actionable strategies for leveraging technology and maintaining personal discipline in follow-ups.

Key Takeaways:

  • Small Efforts, Big Impact: Consistent follow-ups and personalized communication can set companies apart.
  • Executive Talent Management Is Unique: It requires specialized strategies beyond standard recruitment practices.
  • Technology as an Enabler: Smart use of tech can streamline communication and enhance follow-up processes.
  • Personal Accountability: Talent leaders must take ownership of relationship-building to succeed in a competitive hiring market.

Episode Highlights:

01:38 - The Importance of Little Things in Talent Management

  • How simple, thoughtful actions can transform candidate experiences
  • Why small efforts build trust and long-term relationships

01:56 - Differences in Executive Talent Management

  • Unique challenges in recruiting for executive roles
  • Custom strategies for sourcing top-tier talent

04:24 - Key Little Things in Talent Management

  • Importance of personalized follow-ups and proactive communication
  • Building authentic connections through thoughtful outreach

08:02 - Challenges and Best Practices in Follow-Ups

  • How to manage follow-up fatigue and maintain momentum
  • Tactics for staying organized and consistent

14:06 - The Role of Technology in Talent Management

  • Tech tools that help automate follow-ups without losing the personal touch
  • Balancing tech-driven efficiency with human-centric engagement

16:40 - Managerial and Personal Responsibility in Follow-Ups

  • Why personal discipline is essential for long-term recruitment success
  • How leaders can set a standard for thoughtful and effective communication

Guest

Laura Hilton has over a decade of experience in talent, scaling organizations through rapid growth. At BCV Laura is focused on collaborating with founders on their executive talent strategy while also playing a key role in expanding and strengthening their talent ecosystem. Before BCV, Laura spent 5 years at Stripe as a founding member of the executive recruiting team, helping the organization from 700-7000. Before Stripe, she led the Global Talent function at AppDirect, helping scale the company across the US, Canada, Brazil, and India.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurahilton10/
 

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