CanadianSME Small Business Podcast

The Biggest Hiring Mistakes SMBs Make—and How to Compete for Top Talent

Episode Notes

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how organizations can build championship teams and why candidate experience has become a true competitive advantage. In a market where talent has options, recruitment strategy can define long term success.

Joining us is Adam Gellert, Founder and CEO of The Linkus Group and Founder of Hipo, a hiring marketplace connecting pre vetted candidates with growing companies. A serial entrepreneur, Adam is reshaping the job application process and helping startups and SMBs secure mission critical talent.

Key Highlights

1. Talent Market Trends: The key shifts shaping today’s talent pool and the biggest recruitment challenges for growing companies.
    
2. Hiring Mistakes: The common errors that derail recruitment success and how to hire for real culture fit.
    
3. Competing with Enterprise: How SMBs can win top talent and leverage recruiter partnerships effectively.
    
4. Evolving Work Environment: How Linkus Group differentiates itself and adapts to changes in today’s workplace.
    
5. Future of Hiring: Adam’s long term vision for recruitment and how efficiency and cost saving guide leadership decisions.

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• UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA
• Google: https://www.google.ca/
• A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/
• ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.