Orion Talent Blog

Hiring with Military Precision: A Conversation on Skills-Based Strategies

7/22/2025 1:31:28 PM

In a recent episode of the HRO Today Podcast, Orion Talent CEO Greg Summers joined host Elliot Clark to discuss the growing momentum behind skills-based hiring, and why companies can look to military hiring practices as a proven model for success.

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Rethinking Talent: A Practical Guide to Skills-Based Hiring, Part 3

7/10/2025 4:23:13 PM

It's one thing to recognize the power of skills in today's business world; it's another to figure out how to actually start leveraging them within your organization. For HR and business leaders the idea of a comprehensive skills strategy might seem daunting. But here's the good news: you don't have to overhaul everything overnight. The best way to begin is with a focused pilot program to demonstrate impact, earn buy-in, and build momentum.

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Rethinking Talent: A Practical Guide to Skills-Based Hiring, Part 2

7/10/2025 4:16:37 PM

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, skills have emerged as the true currency of success. For HR and business leaders, understanding and leveraging skills is no longer a luxury, it's a fundamental necessity. This isn't about buzzwords; it's about practical application across every facet of your workforce strategy, from the shop floor to the executive suite.

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Rethinking Talent: A Practical Guide to Skills-Based Hiring, Part 1

7/10/2025 3:46:55 PM

Everyone in HR is talking about skills. Consultants and technology providers are promising a new era and the holy grail for Talent and Talent Management. But before we dive in and potentially get carried away, what are skills anyway?

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The Talent Squeeze: How TA Leaders Can Navigate a High-Stakes Hiring Landscape

7/8/2025 1:57:06 PM

In today’s tight and unpredictable labor market, Talent Acquisition (TA) leaders are under more pressure than ever before.

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Mission-Ready Talent: Veterans in the Data Center Industry

7/1/2025 11:10:51 AM

As the global demand for skilled professionals in data centers continues to rise, companies face increasing challenges in sourcing and retaining qualified talent.

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