Stew's Talent Forecast: Gearing Up for 2025 🚀

Stew’s News is back…

Once again I’m delving into the thriving and ever-evolving world of Building Services!

As we hurtle towards 2025 (madness), I've been chatting with clients about their challenges with talent acquisition. It's clear that staying ahead of the curve is more crucial than ever. So, I thought I'd share Cento 's latest insights to help you future-proof your talent strategy.

🔮 Crystal Ball Gazing: 5 Tips for Talent Planning

1. Dive into Your Data 📊

Folks, if you're not already doing this, start now! Analyse your hiring trends over the last few years. Which roles were tricky to fill? Any seasonal patterns? This goldmine of information is sitting right under your nose.

Quick Tip: Look at your turnover rates in critical roles. If you're seeing a pattern, it's time to build a talent pipeline pronto!

2. Embrace the Robot Overlords (sort of) 🤖

AI isn't just a buzzword anymore. It's a game-changer in predicting talent gaps and streamlining recruitment. We've seen clients slash their time-to-hire by up to 30% using AI-powered tools.

Quick Tip: Start small. Even a basic AI tool for CV screening can free up hours of your time.

3. Build Your Talent Pool Now 🏊♂️

Don't wait for a vacancy to start recruiting. In the Building Services sector, we're seeing fierce competition for top talent. Start building relationships now, especially for those hard-to-fill roles.

Quick Tip: Use LinkedIn to connect with passive candidates. A quick "hello" today could be your star hire tomorrow.

4. Upskill, Upskill, Upskill! 📚

Your best hires might already be on your payroll. With the rapid pace of change in areas like smart building tech and sustainability, upskilling your team is crucial.

Quick Tip: Consider setting up mentoring programmes. They're a cost-effective way to transfer knowledge and boost retention.

5. Mind the (Generational) Gap 👵👶

By 2025, we'll see more Gen Z entering the workforce as older workers retire. This demographic shift requires a fresh approach to attraction and retention.

Quick Tip: Highlight your green credentials. We're seeing sustainability become a major draw for younger talent in Building Services.

🎯 What's Next?

Planning for 2025 might seem daunting, but you don't have to go it alone. At Cento, we're passionate about helping our clients stay ahead of the curve.

Fancy a deeper dive into how your company stacks up in talent attraction and retention? I'm offering a free insights report to my network. Just give me a bell, and we'll set it up.

Remember, in the world of talent, the early bird catches the worm. Let's make sure you're not just early, but first in line!

Until next time, keep building for the future.

P.S. Know someone who'd find this useful? Feel free to forward it on. And if you're looking for top talent or exploring new opportunities yourself, let's chat!

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Stew Pennykid Head of Delivery, Cento Unlocking potential in Building Services recruitment for over 15 years