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Hidden Workers: The Talent Your Hiring Algorithms Are Missing

Automated hiring systems filter out 27 million skilled 'hidden workers'—caregivers, veterans, and others—creating a costly gap amid the Great Resignation.

🚀 Introduction

The Great Resignation Wave Welcome to the world of recruitment revolution! 🌍 In 2021, nearly 20 million Americans said goodbye to their jobs, sparking a global trend. But here's the twist: while companies are desperate to fill positions, millions of skilled individuals struggle to even get noticed. Why the gap? Let's dive in! 🤔

🔑 The Problem

Automated Hiring's Unintended Consequences Harvard Business School and Accenture uncovered a startling truth: automated hiring systems are filtering out potential stars! 🌟 Caregivers, veterans, immigrants, those with physical and mental challenges, and even the previously incarcerated are often unseen by employers. The U.S. alone has over 27 million of these "hidden workers"!

📊 The Numbers Don't Lie

An overwhelming number of hidden workers are overlooked due to technology-driven hiring. Each job post attracts hundreds of applicants, yet only a handful are interviewed. This exclusion isn’t just a missed opportunity—it's a serious problem. 🛑

📈 Hidden Workers

A Treasure Trove of Talent Think about it: hidden workers could be your next top performers! 🏅 They often excel in attitude, work ethic, productivity, and more. Plus, they’re less likely to leave, saving turnover costs. Companies that have tapped into this talent pool report 36% fewer talent shortages.

🔄 Rethinking Recruitment

It's time for a strategic shift in hiring! 🔄 Let's look at companies leading the way. IBM, JPMorgan Chase, CVS Health, and others are redefining their hiring criteria, focusing on skills and potential rather than just credentials.

📝 Change the Game

With Job Descriptions, One critical step is to rewrite job descriptions. Focus on essential skills and eliminate unnecessary requirements. Remember, clarity and inclusivity attract a broader range of applicants. ✍️

💼 The Onboarding Equation

Investing in a tailored onboarding process for hidden workers can yield significant benefits. It’s not about extra cost; it’s about smart investment in human capital. 🌱

🤝 The Power of Partnerships

Companies like CVS Health have shown the power of partnerships with local communities, nonprofits, and other organizations to reach hidden talent pools. 🤝 It’s about building bridges and creating win-win situations.

🔎 Final Thoughts

Look Beyond the Algorithm Let's face it: algorithms aren’t always the answer. 🤖 It’s time to look beyond the code and discover the human potential waiting to be unleashed. 🚀

Originally published on LinkedIn .

Amr Elharony
Delivery Lead, Mentor, FinTech Author & Speaker — bridging banking and technology to deliver measurable digital transformation across MENA.

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