When it comes to workforce planning, each new year presents a whole new set of challenges. The landscape of talent acquisition is changing at a rapid pace. Talent acquisition specialists are being pushed to accomplish more with less, while numerous challenges and opportunities - from talent shortages to diversity-conscious recruiting – remain.It’s time for businesses to start thinking about how they can solve some of these challenges, and more than ever, tools such as managed service providers (MSPs) and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) are playing an important role.On this episode, we welcome Marcia Hagood, Vice President at DZConneX, to talk about what trends we’re seeing in workforce planning and discuss which approach is best suited for the needs and goals of an organization. To stay ahead, it is essential to remain agile and adaptable in the ever-changing world of talent acquisition.Each episode of this podcast will highlight how the Total Talent Solutions approach can help organizations across industries solve complex talent needs while helping decrease their costs and improve their business operations.

The days of predictions about projections around the looming impact of artificial intelligence are behind us. AI is here. It’s reshaping how we work, live, and interact. The talent acquisition and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) space are no exception. Organizations are eager to keep up without taking unnecessary risks.Featuring a conversation with Mike Dachenhaus, Vice President of Digital Transformation at Yoh, this podcast take a deep dive into how AI is currently being utilized in RPO efforts with a focus on opportunities and risks, along with key takeaways and best practices. Each episode of this podcast will highlight how the Total Talent Solutions approach can help organizations across industries solve complex talent needs while helping decrease their costs and improve their business operations.

Welcome to Talking Talent Solutions, a DZConneX podcast. Each episode of this podcast highlights how a Total Talent Solutions approach can help organizations across industries solve complex talent needs while helping decrease their costs and improve their business operations.Join Regina Blair, Day and Zimmerman's VP of Talent, Organizational Development, and Diversity and Inclusion, as she hosts a compelling panel discussion on "Stay the Course & Navigate Through the Noise" in DE&I. Listen to keynote speaker Rocki Howard and featured speakers Kim Moton, Dawn McCartney, and Trish Ferrett explore innovative approaches to attract diverse early career talent, discuss DE&I strategies, and share insights on creating an inclusive workplace culture. Gain valuable perspectives on talent attraction, innovation, diverse leadership development, and navigating conversations around privilege and power in this thought-provoking conversation.

Welcome to Talking Talent Solutions, a DZConneX Podcast.  Each episode of this podcast highlights how a Total Talent Solutions approach can help organizations across industries solve complex talent needs while helping decrease their costs and improve their business operations. Join Marcia Hagood, Vice President at DZConneX, as she leads a dynamic panel discussion with industry leaders: Jason Bouchard, Vice President of Business Development at DZConneX, Arko Basak, Partner at the Everest Group, and Jeff Mulligan. In this episode, the panel delves into the integration of permanent and contingent talent strategies. Explore Best Practices to Operationalize Next Generation Talent Acquisition and gain insights into crucial considerations and implications for refining your Talent Acquisition Strategy. Tune in for expert perspectives and actionable takeaways in this engaging conversation.

Welcome to Talking Talent Solutions, a DZConneX Podcast. In this episode, we explore the hurdles faced by Nike in their efforts to implement IC vetting programs, particularly concerning their treatment of temporary workers. Join us as we gain insights from industry experts, Jason Guggisberg and Robin Dahn, both Vice Presidents of Total Talent Sales at DZConneX. They'll provide invaluable perspectives on the financial implications, risks, and long-term benefits associated with effective IC vetting.Each episode of this podcast is dedicated to showcasing how a Total Talent Solutions approach can revolutionize organizations across various sectors, solving intricate talent challenges, enhancing operational efficiency, and reducing costs.Today, we unravel the intricacies of IC vetting and how it can shape a fair working environment. Nike's recent exposure in the article titled "Nike Faces Tax Fines and Scrutiny over Treatment of Temporary Workers" in The Guardian serves as our backdrop. The article delves into the repercussions Nike faces for worker misclassification, predicting potential tax fines of over half a billion dollars and the looming threat of class action lawsuits.Our esteemed guests, Jason Guggisberg and Robin Dahn, bring their extensive expertise to the forefront. They've been actively collaborating with potential clients, who, post-Nike's turmoil, find themselves concerned about the financial implications of launching IC vetting programs. However, as you'll discover, these concerns can often be alleviated with appropriate strategies and processes in place.Join us on this enlightening journey as we equip HR leaders and decision-makers with the knowledge they need to make informed choices in the realm of IC vetting. Together, we'll uncover the strategies, pitfalls, and triumphs that underscore the world of independent contractor vetting in today's corporate landscape.

The battle for top talent today has never been more competitive. From the emergence of social recruiting to the changing worker-employer power dynamic, the war for talent is at a fever pitch. An RPO program may be the greatest solution for firms searching for a new approach to swiftly and efficiently optimize its talent acquisition process. On this episode of Talking Talent Solutions, a DZConneX Podcast, Jason Bouchard joins to explore RPOs.  Jason is the Vice President of Sales East for DZConneX. Each episode of this podcast will highlight how the Total Talent Solutions approach can help organizations across industries solve complex talent needs while helping decrease their costs and improve their business operations.

Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are a popular solution for businesses looking to better manage their contingent workforce. However, the talent environment has changed dramatically since COVID-19, and those organizations that already have an MSP in place need to evolve to keep up. Second Generation MSP programs, or Gen 2, build on the lessons learned from the first generation and offer new benefits, including technology enhancements and cost control.  To get the most value from a second-generation program, it's important to understand its benefits and focus on them. On this episode of Talking Talent Solutions, a DZConneX Podcast, Robin Dahn joins to discuss the evolution of Second Gen MSP. Robin is the Vice President of Sales at DZConneX (western region) you for coming on the podcast. Each episode of this podcast will highlight how the Total Talent Solutions approach can help organizations across industries solve complex talent needs while helping decrease their costs and improve their business operations.

Deploying a first-gen managed services program or MSP requires hard work, dedication, and a commitment to excellence. With the right strategy and approach, however, an organization can install a successful MSP program that delivers exceptional value to the company, reduces costs, streamlines processes, and actually gives insight into where spending and resources are going. On this episode of Talking Talent Solutions, a DZConneX Podcast. Jason Guggisberg joins to identify several steps of deploying a first-gen MSP.  Jason is a Vice President of Total Talent Sales for DZConnex. Each episode of this podcast will highlight how the Total Talent Solutions approach can help organizations across industries solve complex talent needs while helping decrease their costs and improve their business operations.

Talking Talent Solutions is a podcast from DZConneX, a leading international total talent solution provider  owned by Day & Zimmermann. Each episode of this podcast will highlight how Total Talent Solutions – which include MSP, RPO, direct sourcing, consulting, and more – can help organizations across industries solve complex talent needs while helping decrease their costs and improve their business operations.