In today’s competitive landscape, finding and securing top talent requires a strategic approach. This session explores key barriers to hiring and provides actionable strategies to overcome them. We’ll start by identifying the top three barriers organizations face in attracting and retaining talent. Then, we will rethink how to define ideal candidates to better align with market demands. A thorough audit of the interview process will follow, focusing refining each step to enhance the candidate experience. Communication is crucial; so we’ll discuss how to “sell the opportunity” and make your organization stand out in a crowded job market. We will also explore 2025 strategies for finding external candidates—what’s working now and where to top prospects. The session will touch on the importance of growing internal talent, fostering a culture of development and promotion. Finally, we’ll explore how to maintain a competitive edge in the hiring landscape. Join us to gain the tools and knowledge to elevate your hiring strategy and secure the talent your organization needs to thrive.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the key barriers to hiring and get actionable strategies to overcome them.
• Learn how to rethink your approach to ideal candidates.
• Refine your interview process to improve the experience.
• Learn how to communicate with candidates and “sell the opportunity”.
• Get strategies and tools for hiring – what’s working now.

Presenter:

Bryce Batts

Co-Founder & Consultant, Career Collective

Bryce Batts is a dynamic business consultant, certified Career Coach, and Co-founder of Career Collective, bringing over 15 years of experience as a recruiter in the AEC industry. With a fierce commitment to empowering women, Bryce helps organizations overcome barriers to hiring by developing innovative talent acquisition strategies. Her expertise enables companies to attract and retain diverse talent, fostering a more inclusive workplace. Having successfully placed over 800 professionals in rewarding positions, she is a catalyst for change in the industry. In addition to her consulting work, Bryce is the podcast host of “Wine After Work,” where she combines insightful discussions with a touch of humor, creating a space for candid conversations on career and life. A devoted wife, sister, and mother of two daughters, she is passionate about raising the next generation of strong women to shatter barriers and live audaciously