Recently, I was chatting with my friend and longtime client Eric Knauf, who’s doing some incredible work (and writing a book!) about belonging in the workplace. As we unpacked this ever-elusive concept that seems to be gaining steam in various corners of our space for an upcoming TribePod - The
Let’s be honest: there’s a reason our coffee-break conversations sometimes turn into whispered confessions about hiring challenges, candidate ghosting, and an ever-shifting talent landscape. We’re living in an era of “show me what you stand for” hiring, and it’s upending our old assumptions about
In the world of employer branding, storytelling reigns supreme. But if you’re like most employer brand leaders, you’re constantly juggling the big-picture strategy with the daily grind of content creation. It’s not just about telling authentic stories; it’s about telling enough of them, at scale,
Storytelling lies at the heart of employer branding. For more than 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping global brands like VMware and SAP as an in-house leader and through my consulting practice here at Proactive Talent, companies like Siemens Energy, Uber, GE, Boston Consulting Group,
Imagine being able to connect with the brightest minds around the world, simply because your employer brand speaks directly to their unique cultural experiences and aspirations. Global companies that master storytelling across regions aren’t just attracting talent—they are shaping their entire
In 2023, Proactive Talent made the tough yet necessary decision to step back and take a break. The world was in flux, the talent acquisition landscape was shifting rapidly, and the needs of our clients were evolving faster than ever before. It was clear that this wasn’t just a moment to pause—it
Providing an exceptional candidate experience isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a critical differentiator that directly impacts hiring outcomes, offer acceptance rates, and your employer brand. The journey from initial job posting to onboarding is a vital opportunity to engage, impress, and convert
Employer branding isn’t just a box to check on your corporate to-do list—it’s a living, breathing part of your company’s DNA, and whether your company actively works on building one or not--you have one. And as we inch closer to 2025, it’s clear that the rules of engagement are evolving. The