Empathetic Hiring Practices That Attract and Land Top Candidates

Behind every resume lies a person navigating one of life's most stressful journeys: the job search. As hiring leaders, we have the power to transform this experience from an impersonal process into a meaningful human connection.

This presentation explores how understanding the candidate's perspective isn't just good ethics — it's good business. By repositioning our hiring approach through the lens of empathy, we can cut through the noise of a crowded market, forge authentic connections with exceptional talent, and build teams that are not just skilled, but deeply aligned with our organization's values.

Join us as we examine how empathetic hiring practices are becoming the decisive factor in attracting, engaging, and landing the candidates who will shape your company's future.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

Awareness of Job Market Dynamics: Gain insights into the current job market landscape from the perspective of job seekers.

Mental Health Impact on Candidate Engagement: Learn about the impact of prolonged job searches and the new norm of job seeker fatigue that affects candidate engagement.

Implementing Empathetic Hiring Strategies: Discover effective strategies for enhancing the hiring process through clear communication, increased touchpoints, and providing feedback.

ABOUT OUR PRESENTER:

Sam Gallucci is a recognized leader in the field of Human Resources, with over two decades of expertise spanning career management, leadership coaching, and human capital consulting. He serves as Vice President for the Northeast region at Meridian Resources, Inc., a career management firm that has been at the forefront of career transition and leadership development for over 25 years. In addition, Sam is the Chairman of the Alliance for Leadership LLC, a premier Human Capital Management Consulting firm. Through these roles, he has consistently driven innovation and delivered measurable results for organizations across industries.

Sam possesses broad functional expertise spans manufacturing, life sciences, financial services, general management, and retained executive search, making him a versatile and dynamic advisor to organizations navigating complex challenges. As a recognized expert in the Human Resource space, he has published over 30 thought-provoking articles, sharing his insights on talent management, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. In addition, he is a sought-after educational speaker with regular engagements for local chapters of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) in New Jersey.

Sam earned his doctorate from West Virginia University and holds both Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees from the College of New Jersey. He is also certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and holds the prestigious Certified Management Consultant (CMC) license.

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