Unmuted Podcast | Episode #34
Topic: Game-Changing Candidate Experience - The Power of Small Actions
Guest: Marlies Farrill
Host: Jeff Waldman – Founder & HR Tech Evangelist at ScaleHR & SocialHRCamp
In this episode of the Unmuted podcast, host Jeff Waldman dives into the critical topic of candidate experience with guest Marlies Farrill. As our business environment becomes increasingly complex and technology-driven, the need for a positive candidate experience has never been more crucial. Jeff highlights that while we have long considered candidate experience important, today’s fast-paced and specialized job market makes it essential.
Marlies Farrill defines candidate experience as the overall perception a job seeker forms about a company during the recruitment process. She emphasizes its significance in today’s competitive job market, where a single negative experience can not only lose a candidate but also harm a company’s reputation when shared online.
The discussion covers common mistakes companies make, such as poor communication and lack of transparency, which can severely impact the candidate experience. Marlies stresses the importance of balancing personalization with efficiency in the hiring process, ensuring candidates feel valued without compromising on the speed and effectiveness of recruitment.
Finally, Marlies offers practical advice for listeners, encouraging them to take immediate small actions—such as sending personalized follow-up messages or providing clear timelines—to enhance the candidate experience. These seemingly minor efforts can have a game-changing impact on how candidates perceive and engage with a company.
About Marlies Farrill
Marlies, a seasoned HR and recruiting expert is no stranger to the stage! With a background in HR and recruiting, she's honed her skills as a dynamic speaker who knows how to command a room. As the co-host of 'Talent Savvy,' she's uncovered the secrets of success in the modern workforce. Working alongside big names like Booking.com, Pinterest, and Properly, Marlies has earned her stripes as a talent guru. But it's her passion for disability inclusion that truly sets her apart. When she's not advocating for a more inclusive world, you'll find her engrossed in a good book, or eagerly following the drama on 'The Bachelor or cuddling with her pets.
Connect with Marlies on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/marliesfarrill/.
About ScaleHR:
The Unmuted Podcast is powered by ScaleHR (https://goscalehr.com/), a rapidly growing company supporting emerging HR, Recruitment, and Work Tech startups and SMBs with brand awareness and lead generation.
Our proprietary solution, Catalyst, blends content strategy, influencer marketing, and omnichannel distribution to help brands cut through the noise.
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