Kyle Minton, Recruiting Strategy Manager at Tec Group, shares his perspective on skills-based hiring and the transformative role of tools like smart sourcing. He highlights how innovative hiring strategies and a shift in approach can help businesses find untapped talent while driving better recruitment outcomes. We look at the importance of skills-based hiring and how tools like smart sourcing are reshaping recruitment strategies. He shares insights on leveraging data, redefining qualifications, and building better connections between employers and talent for long-term success in staffing. Key Takeaways Skills-based hiring opens access to untapped talent pools, driving better retention and business outcomes. Smart sourcing is a game-changer for replacing traditional resumes and optimizing candidate searches. Embracing data-driven recruitment tools enables more informed hiring decisions and improved results. Rethinking qualifications fosters inclusivity and helps employers find the right fit for roles. Events like Indeed FutureWorks provide networking opportunities and valuable industry insights. Leveraging partnerships with solutions providers enhances recruitment strategies and team effectiveness. Tools like the Indeed Connect app streamline candidate management and improve hiring efficiency. Seeing Indeed as a partner, not just a tool, transforms recruitment practices and fosters collaboration. Learn more and Lead with Indeed at https://www.indeed.com/lead Kyle Minton, Tec Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-minton-1a084929/ William Tincup LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tincup/ Ryan Leary LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanleary/ Connect with WRKdefined on your favorite social network The Site | Substack | LinkedIn | Instagram | X | Facebook | TikTok Share your brand across the WRKdefined Podcast Network