Katrina Hutchinson O'Neill's Unique Approach in Talent Acquisition | S7E4 | JKLAdvisors.ai

Growing your business with People

In this engaging episode of "Growing Your Business with People," host Jeff Lackey chats with Katrina Hutchinson O'Neill, the dynamic founder and CEO of Join Talent. With a unique model that combines the benefits of RPO, in-house, and agency recruitment, Katrina's company has set new standards in the talent acquisition industry. The conversation traverses Katrina's inspiring journey from a troubled childhood in Northern Ireland to establishing a groundbreaking business which has experienced significant hypergrowth. She shares invaluable insights on the strategic balance between transactional and strategic operations, crucial for any business aiming at scalability.
Katrina dives deep into the concept of Talent Acquisition as a Service (TAaaS), elaborating on how it addresses inefficiencies and offers agility for both niche and high-volume hiring. Employing innovative technology and data-driven approaches, Join Talent is designed to solve the inefficiencies of traditional recruitment models. This episode also unpacks the elements of creating a high-performance culture and maintaining balance amidst rapid growth. Key learnings include the importance of strategic foresight, investing in learning and development, and ensuring an inclusive, politic-free company culture.

Special thanks to all those who encouraged me to do this podcast, with a special thanks to my son Jeffrey who challenged/inspired me to do this podcast, Vinnie and Emmett who have helped to post and promote it, and Aubrey who has provided me with good, constructive feedback along the way! Love, Dad