For years, we’ve blamed “the talent shortage” for hiring struggles.
But here’s a thought: what if talent isn’t missing—just misunderstood?
The Real Problem Isn’t Scarcity—It’s Mismatch
🚫 We filter out good people because they don’t check every box
🚫 We rely too heavily on CVs and forget to ask about potential
🚫 We reject without feedback, ghost without context
And then we say: “There’s no one out there.”
Here’s What Candidates Are Saying (But Not Always Out Loud)
- “I’m more than the company I last worked for.”
- “I don’t have 10 years of experience—but I learn in 10x speed.”
- “If you’d just had a real conversation with me, you’d get it.”
The Fix? Build a Culture of Trust in Your Hiring Process
✅ Trust non-traditional backgrounds
✅ Trust curiosity and self-taught skills
✅ Trust that potential isn’t always polished
Great talent isn’t always wrapped in a perfect CV.
If you lead with trust and curiosity—not just filters and checklists—you’ll find them.
There’s no shortage of talent. Just a shortage of brave recruiters willing to look differently.
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