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2 strategies and tactics for Talent Acquisition

What is Talent Acquisition strategy?

Every great achievement starts with a well-thought-out plan. It can be the launch of a new product, expanding into new markets, or just trying to increase efficiency. You'll need a delicate combination of strategies and tactics to ensure that the journey is smooth and effective.

Developing an effective Talent Acquisition strategy can be intimidating, especially when your daily duties demand your attention. To assist you, we've curated a list of examples to inspire your planning process.

Feel free to copy these examples into your favorite application, or leverage Tability to maintain accountability.

How to write your own Talent Acquisition strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Talent Acquisition strategy examples

We've added many examples of Talent Acquisition tactics, including a series of action items. We hope that this will make these examples as practical and useful as possible.

Strategies and tactics for implementing Best Practices in Human Resources Management

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Enhance employee engagement

    • Conduct regular surveys to gauge employee satisfaction and gather feedback
    • Organise team-building activities to foster collaboration and improve team dynamics
    • Implement an employee recognition programme to acknowledge and reward achievements
    • Facilitate open communication channels for employees to voice their concerns
    • Encourage flexible working arrangements to improve work-life balance
    • Provide opportunities for career development and growth within the organisation
    • Establish a mentorship programme to support personal and professional development
    • Develop a feedback loop that encourages constructive discussions between employees and management
    • Celebrate milestones and achievements to boost morale and create a positive workplace culture
    • Promote diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure an equitable work environment

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Improve talent acquisition and retention

    • Develop a comprehensive employer branding strategy to attract top talent
    • Optimise recruitment processes to reduce time-to-hire and improve candidate experience
    • Utilise data-driven recruitment analytics to make informed hiring decisions
    • Implement a robust onboarding programme to ensure new hires integrate smoothly
    • Monitor and analyse employee turnover rates to identify areas for improvement
    • Offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to retain top employees
    • Conduct exit interviews to understand reasons for employee departures
    • Strengthen internal mobility programs to promote career advancement opportunities
    • Establish partnerships with universities and training institutes for talent pipelines
    • Leverage social media platforms and professional networks to reach potential candidates

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Develop a performance management system

    • Define clear performance metrics and key performance indicators for each role
    • Conduct regular performance reviews to evaluate employee progress and provide feedback
    • Use performance management software to streamline and automate the appraisal process
    • Implement continuous coaching and development sessions to address performance gaps
    • Set SMART goals that align with the organisation's strategic objectives
    • Provide training sessions to managers on effective performance management practices
    • Encourage a culture of self-assessment and personal accountability among employees
    • Link performance outcomes to rewards and recognition to motivate employees
    • Monitor and adjust performance management systems based on evolving needs
    • Use performance data to identify and support high-potential employees for future leadership roles
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Strategies and tactics for implementing a Recruitment Strategy for Animal Emergency Australia

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Utilise multi-channel sourcing

    • Partner with job boards like Seek, Indeed, and Kookaburra to post job openings
    • Establish partnerships with universities for a steady flow of graduate placements
    • Target international markets such as the UK, US, and Canada through social media campaigns
    • Develop an international recruitment campaign focusing on relocation packages
    • Create video content showcasing AEA as a preferred employer
    • Host webinars and virtual career fairs to engage with potential candidates
    • Build a database of passive candidates for future opportunities
    • Collaborate with international recruitment agencies
    • Utilise employee referrals to access local and international talent
    • Review and analyse recruitment metric data to refine strategies

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Enhance employer branding and workplace culture

    • Develop a compelling Employee Value Proposition focusing on professional growth
    • Share regular employee success stories on social media platforms
    • Expand mental health initiatives and psychological support programs
    • Organise regular team-building activities and social events
    • Establish a recognition program to reward outstanding contributions
    • Conduct employee surveys to assess satisfaction and gather feedback
    • Regularly review and adjust compensation to remain competitive
    • Offer employee perks such as pet care discounts and health resources
    • Increase presence on employer-review platforms like Glassdoor to improve ratings
    • Implement communication channels to enhance employee morale and engagement

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Improve candidate experience and streamline the recruitment process

    • Create a mobile-friendly application process with minimal steps
    • Implement an AI chatbot for initial candidate queries and FAQs
    • Launch a candidate portal for real-time updates during the recruitment process
    • Ensure feedback is provided to candidates within 5 business days after interviews
    • Develop a structured onboarding program with assigned mentors
    • Conduct 90-day post-hire reviews to assess onboarding effectiveness
    • Monitor application drop-off rates and adjust processes to reduce barriers
    • Implement regular candidate experience surveys to gather feedback
    • Standardise communication templates for timely and consistent messaging
    • Introduce automation tools to schedule interviews and manage candidate workflow
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How to track your Talent Acquisition strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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