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2025 Talent Conference & Expo
 

When CEOs are asked what needs fixing in their companies, the answer is often the same: "Recruiting!" Ouch. That’s our job, so why do leaders feel this way? In this session, Tim Sackett, author of the bestselling SHRM book The Talent Fix, Vol. 2, uncovers the most common talent acquisition mistakes and why we keep repeating them year after year.

But identifying our failures is only half the battle—how do we fix them? Sackett will challenge how we think about talent metrics: Are we measuring what truly matters? Does it drive impact? Drawing from his extensive experience working with talent acquisition leaders and teams, he’ll deliver actionable solutions that you can implement immediately.

This high-energy session isn’t just about spending more—it’s about breaking free from outdated approaches and preparing for the future. Expect honest insights, bold ideas, and real-world strategies. Some may be uncomfortable, but everyone will walk away with tools they can use right away!

Learning Outcome 1: Understand the biggest mistakes low performing Talent Acquisition teams make and how to fix them.

Learning Outcome 2: Learn the data and measures that lead to real recruiting success based on millions of hires.

Learning Outcome 3: Develop a plan to improve the process and outcomes of your talent acquisition function.

 
Date(s) & Time(s): 
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 4:15pm to 5:15pm
Presenter: 
Tim Sackett, SHRM-SCP
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Tim Sackett, SCP, is the CEO of HRUTech.com, a leading technical recruiting firm. Tim has over 20 years of combined executive HR and talent acquisition experience working for Fortune 500 companies. Tim is a highly sought-after international speaker on leadership, HR &TA Tech, talent acquisition, and HR execution. Tim is currently a Senior Faculty member with the Josh Bersin Academy. He is also an Angel investor and advisor and sits on multiple HR Technology corporate boards.

Tim is the author of the newly released book The Talent Fix, Vol. 2. He also writes daily on his blog, the Tim Sackett Project. Tim is married to a hall-of-fame wife, has three sons, and his dog Tucker. In 2023, he was named a Top Global HR & Recruitment Influencer by HR Executive. He has more Twitter (X) followers than his 3 Gen Z sons and is sponsored on stage by diet Mt. Dew.

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