Reimagining Your Talent Approach: Unlocking Skills and Potential

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Chandra Sanders , Founder & CEO of Heels N Hustle LLC and Author, to discuss her insights on transforming talent strategies. Here are some key takeaways:

?? Skills Above All

Chandra stresses the importance of skills-based hiring – evaluating candidates based on proven skills and aptitudes rather than just credentials. This opens doors for non-traditional talent.

By taking an honest assessment of skills gaps on your teams, HR can determine which roles are best suited for skills-based hiring and pilot programs to shift away from degree requirements. The benefits? Wider talent pools, new perspectives, and increased diversity.

?? Growth = Sustainability

Chandra introduced a vital concept—human sustainability. "If you don’t grow, you cannot sustain," she noted. To retain and maximize our people, it's essential to nurture their continuous professional and personal growth.

HR plays a key role in shaping a culture where employees feel empowered to upgrade their skills, pivot into new roles, and bring their authentic selves to work. Introspection exercises, journaling, mentorship programs, and hosting real conversations about purpose and fulfilment can uncover the right pathways for our people.

??♀? Walk the Talk

According to Chandra, "Team members want to see organizational values in action." Efforts like skills-based hiring demonstrate to employees that their unique value is recognized.

As HR trailblazers, we must be purposeful in challenging the status quo and ensuring our talent practices align with our people-first values. This builds critical trust and retention.

The time is now to reimagine how we attract, develop and advance high-potential professionals from all backgrounds. Are you ready to hit upgrade? Check out the full episode and ?? grab a copy of her new book.

?? Episode Highlights

• How to Build a More Inclusive Talent Pipeline: Implementing Skills-Based Hiring
• How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset: Introspection, Journaling, and Bringing Your Whole Self to Work
• How to Reimagine Your Career with Purpose: Pivoting and Upgrading Yourself

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