The Real Goal of Recruiting
9 Jan 2025 · 1 min
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In this brief monologue, Richard Milligan challenges the common notion that recruiting is about persuading candidates to join a team. He argues that the true purpose of recruiting is to reveal the greater opportunities and value that become available when a person aligns themselves with the organization. When this revelation occurs, genuine desire to join emerges naturally. Milligan warns that a disconnect between the way a company markets itself during recruitment and the actual experience of being on the team can attract talent but also cause talent loss. He hints at a deeper discussion in a future podcast and predicts that 2025 will be a standout year for successful recruiting if these principles are applied.
