Ken is back with another fiery “Recruiter Rant,” this time he’s taking on employee retention—and trust us, it’s not your typical corporate pep talk. He pulls no punches, breaking down why your employees are fleeing faster than your Wi-Fi during an important Zoom call. Ken dives into the real reasons behind the great employee escape, and spoiler—it’s not because your office snacks are subpar. He takes aim at outdated engagement programs that haven’t evolved since the fax machine, stale career development boxes that get checked but rarely fulfilled, and the assumption that offering “perks” is enough to keep people around. In this no-holds-barred episode, Ken tackles the multigenerational workforce, explaining why Gen Z craves flexibility, Millennials demand work-life balance, Gen Xers seek autonomy, and Boomers—well, they just want to be heard. Tune in for hard-hitting, no-nonsense advice on how to stop treating employees like numbers and start treating them like the humans they are. If you’re serious about retention and keeping your team from sprinting toward the exits, this episode is your wake-up call!
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About Your Host:
Ken Schmitt is an industry veteran with nearly three decades of expertise in executive recruiting. He shares the wealth of knowledge gained from working with a large regional agency, the globally renowned Heidrick & Struggles, and founding TurningPoint Executive Search—a distinctive firm dedicated to fostering high-touch partnerships. With a wealth of experience and a passion for elevating the executive recruiting landscape, Ken brings a unique perspective that enriches every episode of “Hiring Matters.”
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