How To Unlock the Power of Talent Acquisition With Harlan Schafir

On this episode of Get IN., we talk with Harlan Schafir, the owner and Chief Visionary Officer at Exact Hire. The conversation delves into the importance of talent acquisition and hiring in fostering successful businesses, especially within the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Indiana. Harlan shares his extensive experience in human resources and business management, emphasizing Indiana's hidden gem status as a fertile ground for entrepreneurship. We cover facets of talent acquisition, including the shift in hiring trends, strategies for creating a compelling employer brand, the significance of reducing hiring friction, and the ways companies can leverage technology to streamline the recruitment process. We shed light on the crucial role of company culture and employee referrals in attracting and retaining top talent. Harlan also speaks on the challenges and opportunities presented by remote work, the importance of diversity in hiring, and provides insightful advice for both startups and large enterprises on optimizing recruitment processes. Check out these great clips: 01:28 The Evolution of Talent Acquisition 05:14 Navigating the Changing Landscape of Hiring 09:01 Embracing Remote Work and Its Challenges 11:23 The Power of Employer Branding in the Digital Age 17:06 Strategies for Attracting Top Talent 20:53 Maximizing Employee Referrals for Talent Acquisition 23:18 Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Talent Acquisition 23:58 Exploring Modern Recruitment Strategies 25:47 The Startup Advantage in Talent Acquisition 28:07 Optimizing the Recruitment Process for Success 37:07 Navigating the Challenges of Remote Work and Hiring Trends 41:27 A Glimpse into Indiana's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem 44:31 Final Thoughts and Lightning Round By listening to this episode you will learn: Talent Acquisition and how vital it is to have a Human Touch vs AI Entrepreneurial Spirit & Success in an Entrepreneurial State How learning from failure is critical to building success. Get IN. is the show focused on the unfolding stories and most extraordinary innovations happening in the heartland today. The show is hosted by Matt Hunckler, CEO of Powderkeg and Nate Spangle, Head of Community at Powderkeg . Please leave an honest rating and review on Apple Podcasts by clicking here . It will help the show and its ranking on Apple Podcasts incredibly! Thank you so much! If you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also follow us on Spotify . We have an incredible lineup of interviews we'll be releasing every Wednesday here on Get IN. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Companies and organizations: ExactHire Salesforce Elevate Ventures People: Harlan Schafir Marc Benioff Christopher (Toph) Day Nate Spangle Matt Hunckler Want to get connected with other leaders in the Powderkeg community? This conversation took place at a recent Powderkeg Executive Summit, which is a private event for Powderkeg Executive Council members. Are you interested in joining the only private membership network focused on supporting tech companies and executives in communities beyond Silicon Valley? Apply for Powderkeg Executive Councils today. Interested in starting your own Podcast? Casted is THE first and only podcast and video marketing platform made SPECIFICALLY for B2B brands. The platform makes it possible to publish, syndicate, amplify, and measure the value of your podcast and video content And if you're a startup, Casted offers their for Startups program that might be for you — offering exclusive deep discounts of up to 82% off retail price for qualifying startups. Connect with Casted at Casted.us/powderkeg .