Bsbwor501 Unit 4

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Question 4: In relations to the hiring process which areas are the most challenging in the organization? The 11 participants described the various recruitment process and improvements needed in the organization. The life experiences (previous and present experiences in talent management) were described in detail and decision makers stated that in order to attract diverse talent, better job description were needed as well as implementing a talent management system that assists in developing and retaining present talent. Competencies and assessments emerged as the two areas each participant mentioned when referring to succession planning and mentoring. However, retention challenges of present talent were the most discussed with each participant. …show more content…

Literature as well agrees with the participants as a recent study from Kehinde (2012) demonstrates that 85% of human resources executives’ high priority is to be able to compete for external talent and to be able to retain internal talent. These two priorities to be successful will need the support from top management and especially from decision makers. Nevertheless, the 11 participants detailed how they will support a comprehensive talent management program that works for each location, state or country.
Question 5: From your point of view, what hiring strategic goals should be the most appropriate for the organization? The participants discussed issues about finding internal candidates to fill supervisory and managerial levels, however, the main concern for the participants was to have a pool of candidates for lower levels in the organization. The gap of skills continue to increase and looking to recruit externally is highly recommended when internal candidates is scarce. The partnership with local community to attract diversity and skilled talent was mentioned from few participants. Others prefer to find the internal candidates and groom them to higher

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