

Introduction:
In the digital age, acquiring top talent is essential for organizational growth and success. Let’s explore strategies for talent acquisition that can help companies thrive in a competitive landscape.
Assessing Future Skills Needs:
To attract digital talent, companies must assess the skills needed for the future. Communicate your talent plan clearly to employees and identify areas where new skills are required for digital transformation.
Leveraging External Talent:
Expand your talent search beyond traditional boundaries by tapping into the external talent ecosystem. Engage in passive recruiting to attract skilled employees to digitally mature areas of your organization.
Hiring Leaders from Diverse Backgrounds:
Diversify your talent pool by hiring leaders from different industries. Anchor hires with a digital mindset can attract top talent and infuse your organization with fresh perspectives and innovative ideas.
Showcasing Sector Unique Value:
Highlight the unique value of your sector to attract top talent. Emphasize the rewarding aspects of working in your industry and tap into talent from advanced sectors like financial services for digital expertise.
Embracing Talent Development:
Invest in talent development programs to upskill existing employees and attract new talent. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth, companies can stay competitive in the digital age.
Credited to Gerald C. Kane (the C. Herman and Mary Virginia Terry Chair in Business Administration at the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business)