The Future of Hiring with Kristy Busija

Kristy Busija, CEO & Founder of Next Conversation Consulting, and host Nicole McMillan, SVP of People at Canopy, explore the evolving landscape of hiring and talent retention in the accounting profession. They emphasize the need for modernized recruitment strategies and flexible work models to attract top talent.

Kristy urges companies to meet candidates where they are by embracing fractional employees and building a culture that prioritizes flexibility, inclusion, and transparency. She also discusses the growing influence of social media and employer reviews in shaping company reputations.

For firms facing a talent shortage, Kristy advises a proactive, culture-driven approach to hiring and retention—ensuring long-term success in a competitive job market.

Three Main Ideas:

1. Adapting Hiring Strategies for a Changing Workforce

Kristy Busija touches on the traditional hiring methods in a company. She mentions how those methods are outdated and companies must modernize their recruitment practices to attract younger talent.

2. Understanding What Candidates Really Want

Transparency and flexibility in a company are key to attracting the right fit for your business, as they enable a balance between home and work lives and help to prevent costly mismatches.

3. Exploring Alternative Talent Pools and Work Models

Kristy shares the importance of tapping into overlooked talent, such as returning professionals or offering fractional roles as it can provide flexibility while searching for the right candidate.