Of the 300 Brazilian executives interviewed for the special study Demand for Talents in the Current Scenario, 50% believe that it will be more challenging to find qualified professionals in the country. The percentage, unfortunately, is not I am surprised because for more than 10 years I have been following the panning of my team and leaders in general by people who keep them as far as possible from the wrong hiring, which always generates a lot of damage to the organization.
Regardless of the economic or political scenario of the country and the world, talented professionals are always in high demand. Sometimes, less in one sector and more in another, but the demand will always exist because organizations need people to innovate and lead their projects or make plans come true daily. Proof of this is that in this recovery and reconstruction one in three employers in Brazil has already signaled that they plan to expand the workforce, mainly in e-commerce, agribusiness, health, retail, energy, and natural resources.
You may be wondering what a talented professional is
I consider a talented that professional who, in line with the company’s culture and values, fulfills the desired goals or exceeds expectations, in addition to having the necessary technical and behavioral qualifications for the position he holds. He must be willing to break paradigms to grow and stand out, with a great capacity for self-management and the ability and willingness to adhere to new technologies that keep coming up to optimize processes.
How to be the chosen candidate?
President of international operations, Greg Scileppi, who has extensive experience in recruitment and selection, once said a phrase that I very much believe in: “There is a difference between being able to do the job and getting the job done.” To me, this statement always sounds like an invitation to a sincere self-assessment. When you know your qualities and at what points you need to improve, you will have an easier time preparing yourself and promoting yourself in the face of the best job opportunities.
Don’t forget also to always have a good resume on hand. It is also important to devote time to prepare for the interviews and, in parallel to all this, do not neglect networking. And, a very important point in this whole process: technical skill can even help you to win the job, but – in most cases – it is the behavior that will determine the longevity of your partnership with the employer.
How to hire the best professionals?
Hiring the best professionals or creating a winning team are challenging tasks. But they become more possible when the company is willing to consider that the selection process is part of the business strategy and that, in some key moments, it is worth seeking the support of a team specialized in recruitment. After all, however much technology evolves, companies will always be made up of people.
With this in mind, the next step is to maintain constant attention to market movements that impact the profile of the professional. Today, for example, 59% of the employees interviewed believe in more flexible companies, and 70% bet on the hybrid work model. In addition to attractive benefits, and a great organizational climate, it is also essential to offer a salary, at least, compatible with that practiced in the market. This makes it easier to create the best plans for attracting and retaining professionals.