2024 Recruitment Resolutions: Setting Goals for Hiring Success

As we step into a brand-new year, brands in fashion, home, and beauty are buzzing with growth potential. For businesses in these exciting industries, setting recruitment goals that match the latest industry trends is key to steering your team toward success.

Setting hiring goals is not just about keeping up with trends—it's about staying one step ahead. Whether you're a brand riding the waves of seasonal changes or a store looking for top-notch talent to give customers an amazing experience, how you hire matters a lot.

First, before thinking about this year’s plans, take time to think about how last year's hiring went. What worked? What didn’t? You can learn from these experiences to help you for the year ahead. Some hiring strategies may have led you to fantastic talent, while others might've missed the mark. These reflections can guide us in making our hiring process better.

Celebrate Diversity in Hiring

Companies thrive when diversity is prioritized, not just in what they offer but also in the folks they bring on board. So, take the proper steps to make your hiring goals diverse too—look for talent from all walks of life. Having a team with different backgrounds and perspectives sparks fresh ideas, creativity, and connects better with a diverse customer base.

Being Flexible is the Name of the Game

Things change all the time, and being flexible is how we stay strong. Your hiring goals should be adaptable—ready to switch gears as new trends pop up. Whether it's adapting to online shopping booms, the focus on sustainability, or changes in what customers want, your hiring plans should roll with it.

Using Tech the Smart Way

Technology is a game-changer in hiring. We can use AI tools and data to find amazing talent and make the hiring process smoother for everyone involved.

At EB, we’re the experts in matching businesses with talented professionals who know how to navigate these industry shifts. We're here to help brands gear up for a successful new year and ensure that both job seekers and brands have a seamless experience. So, join us as we dive into 2024 with these tips in mind. If you have plans to hire this year, we would love to connect with you. It’s never too early to begin strategizing your plans for growth.

References:

• https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/human-resources/recruiting-trends.shtml 

• https://gotoro.io/top-goals-for-recruiters-in-2024/ 

• https://testlify.com/top-recruitment-technology-trends/ 

https://www.mckinsey.com/~/media/mckinsey/industries/retail/our%20insights/state%20of%20fashion/2023/the-state-of-fashion-2023-holding-onto-growth-as-global-clouds-gathers-vf.pdf

Brands' Secret to Success: Transparency + Authenticity

In an era notable for conscious consumerism and digital interconnectedness, transparency and authenticity have become more than just buzzwords. They are essential pillars upon which the most successful brands have built trust with their customers. Transparency is imperative for consumer trust. It has become a non-negotiable aspect of brand-customer relationships. Consumers are no longer content with surface-level information; they crave insights into a brand's values, practices, and ethical considerations. The same thing goes for authenticity. It's all about being true to a brand's identity.. Authentic brands are relatable, trustworthy, and connect on a personal level with their customers. To achieve the same level of transparency and authenticity as some of the top leading brands, you may want to consider these tips:

•  Sharing Brand Values: One powerful way brands build authenticity is by openly sharing their core values. Whether it's a commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, or ethical sourcing, brands that communicate their principles connect more deeply with consumers who share those values.

•  The Product Sourcing Story: Customers want to know where their products come from. Brands are responding by sharing the journey of their products, from sourcing raw materials to the final product. This transparency not only builds trust but also educates consumers about responsible consumption.

•  Genuine Brand Stories: Sharing the journey and struggles of a brand's founders or key personnel humanizes a brand. Authentic storytelling makes a brand more relatable and memorable.

•  Real People, Real Stories: Showcasing real customer testimonials, experiences, and user-generated content demonstrates that a brand values their customers and their voices. Authentic stories from real people can be incredibly persuasive.

 In the fashion, home, and beauty industries, transparency and authenticity are not just trends; they're prerequisites for sustainable success. By sharing values, sourcing stories, and production processes, and consistently demonstrating authenticity, brands can build trust that transcends transactions and transforms casual customers into devoted advocates.

 At EB, we draw inspiration from the transformative power of transparency and authenticity. Not only are they our guarantee to our clients, but we make it our mission to connect our clients with candidates who share similar values, aspirations, and ultimately resonate with their brand DNA. If you are looking to hire or build a successful career in the world of fashion, beauty or home, you can open a job with us here or apply to one of our jobs.

Related articles: 

• https://www.fashionrevolution.org/why-fashion-transparency-matters-according-to-the-experts/ 

• https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/retail/our-insights/the-beauty-market-in-2023-a-special-state-of-fashion-report 

• https://link.springer.com/article/10.1057/s41262-022-00293-7 

• https://blogs.oracle.com/marketingcloud/post/brand-storytelling-using-authenticity-to-build-customer-relationships 

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Meet the brilliant women at Emerging Blue. They lead the teams who deliver results to our incredible clients and candidates.

Christina Jones, Vice President

Christina has over 15 years of experience in HR, Talent Acquisition, and Business Development. Most of her background has been within the apparel industry, working in-house at Under Armour and supporting large to start-up businesses such as Vans, The North Face, Kit & Ace, Mizzen+Main, Best Made Co., Free Fly Apparel, and SCOUT Bags.

Christina’s experience ranges from temporary to executive hiring and spearheading our EB 360 program. She strives to be honest, hard-working, adaptable, and fun.

Christina loves to start her mornings on the Peloton bike – helping her remember that every day is a new day to wake-up and get it done!

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Karen has over 10 years’ experience in business development and marketing, having worked in real estate, television, and advertising before coming to EB. She loves meeting new people, building strong relationships with her clients, and enjoys getting to pitch in on the recruiting side occasionally. Always excited to learn about new roles and new industries, she thrives on getting to know brands and the passion and story behind each of them.

Married with 2 sassy, adorable daughters, she lives in San Diego and is an avid reader, averaging 1-2 books per week. She also loves pilates, skiing, cooking, going to the beach, and traveling as much as possible.

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Welcome to EB 360 - Our Integrated HR & Recruiting Solution

Do these phrases sound familiar to you?

“I’m drowning, I need to hire someone fast.”

“Our WFH policy is so outdated. We need a revamp ASAP.”

“Our business just took off and we need to look at our structure and determine how to take our organization to the next level.”

At Emerging Blue, we hear this all the time too. That’s why we created EB 360; an easy yet effective approach to external recruiting and HR support. It’s like a recruiting agency getting married to an in-house Director of HR, or an internal recruiter growing 8 arms like an octopus.

Yup, we come in, join your team (kinda) and help you where you need. Hiring; HR policies & procedures; Org development; Outplacement services…just to name a few.

Our recent partners are saying things like “The EB 360 Service from Emerging Blue has been a perfect fit for our team and business. The EB team took the time to understand our brand and our culture, which led to a more effective recommendation of candidates. They were timely, resourceful, open to feedback, and followed through on commitments. Given the size of our business and speed by which we are growing, the EB 360 Service through Emerging Blue has been an incredible addition to our team." Chris Phillips, CEO, Mizzen+Main.

And… “At Best Made, we needed a flexible but fast hiring solution to support us across of a variety of functional roles. We partnered with EB 360 to take this on, under a clear and transparent, non-commission based engagement. We were impressed and extremely happy with the experience and service. EB delivered on all of our needs, were available and were able to shift priorities as the business evolved.” Tim Sharp, CEO, Best Made Co.

It's simple. We are a team of Recruiting and HR pros, have been there and seen it all. So, if you feel like you’re drowning, let EB 360 be your life raft. We’ll fill jobs fast while lowering your cost per hire. We’ll rewrite policies that are compliant and meet all federal and state laws. We’ll offer expert advice and hands-on support with your organizational charts, job descriptions and succession planning opportunities.

Let our talent be your strength.