In this episode, I talk with Gwatoh Kroma, global recruitment account lead at Accenture, about the intersection of engineering and recruitment, and how the skills and mindset of an engineer can be leveraged to drive success in talent acquisition.
***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.***
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Here Are Some of the Questions I Asked Gwatoh:
- How has your background in engineering and technology influenced your approach to hiring and talent acquisition?
- In what ways can engineers apply their skills to drive business strategies outside traditional engineering roles?
- What are the biggest challenges in creating a positive candidate experience, and how do you address them effectively?
- How has automation transformed the hiring process, and what new opportunities does it create for innovation?
- What advice would you offer engineers looking to advance their careers beyond technical roles?
- Which specific engineering skills are most valuable for transitioning into roles like recruitment or talent management?
- Why is building a personal career board of directors essential for engineers, and how can it support their growth?
- What final piece of advice would you give women engineers to help them succeed in today’s competitive job market?
Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About How to Leverage Engineering Skills in Recruitment to Drive Business Success:
- Engineering and technology skills help create data-driven strategies that improve workforce development and talent acquisition. By combining analytical expertise with people-centered approaches, engineers effectively drive change and innovation in hiring processes.
- Engineers excel by applying problem-solving and attention to detail, enabling them to address challenges and enhance systems in various industries. Their ability to analyze, implement processes, and adapt strategies makes them indispensable in shaping business outcomes beyond engineering.
- Creating a great candidate experience requires balancing automation with meaningful human connections. Automation simplifies processes, while tools like AI help identify trends and deliver more personalized, inclusive, and impactful hiring experiences.
- Automation reshapes hiring by streamlining data analysis, enabling efficient large-scale recruitment, and improving decision-making. It opens doors for innovation, allowing organizations to adapt quickly and achieve smarter, more equitable hiring outcomes.
- Engineers benefit from developing soft skills like communication and collaboration to complement their technical expertise. Focusing on mentoring, relationship-building, and problem-solving opens pathways to leadership and non-traditional career opportunities.
- Curiosity, problem-solving, and teamwork are critical engineering skills that translate well into recruitment or talent management. Highlighting strengths like collaboration, attention to detail, and process improvement positions engineers for success in these roles.
- A career board of directors provides engineers with guidance, expertise, and support to navigate their professional journeys. This network helps identify opportunities, solve challenges, and ensure long-term personal and career growth.
- Women engineers thrive by embracing their unique perspectives and leveraging their skills to drive collaboration and innovation. Building networks, seeking mentorship, and staying aligned with their passions help create lasting success and impact across industries.
More Details in This Episode…
About Gwatoh Kroma
Gwatoh Kroma is a highly driven and accomplished executive specializing in client value creation, with over 20 years of experience in organizational transformation, strategic leadership, and business strategy. With a talent for aligning people, processes, and systems to achieve sustainable business outcomes, Kroma excels in designing the skills, structures, tools, and communication frameworks necessary to manage organizational change effectively.
She creates environments that empower teams to embrace and sustain change, blending strategy with operational excellence. Through her leadership roles, she has consistently delivered results across global markets, bringing insight and innovation to the recruitment and talent development space. Gwatoh holds degrees in industrial engineering from Georgia Tech and project management from Colorado Technical University, bringing a blend of technical expertise and leadership to every role she undertakes.
About the Host: Tiffani Teachey
Tiffani Teachey is a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) advocate, TEDx international speaker, and international best-selling author of the children’s book “What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z,” the STEM Crew Kids Adventures series, and three empowerment books. She is the host of the Read It Right Radio Show on WDRBmedia. Tiffani is the owner of Thrive Edge Publishing and owner/publishing consultant of Inspired Authors Publishing. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering as well as a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management, both from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is currently a Leadership Studies Ph.D. student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
As an engineer with more than 19 years of experience, Tiffani has a passion for inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers. She was born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and enjoys traveling and being a youth mentor. For more about Tiffani, visit her website at www.TiffaniTeachey.com. Check out the free STEM gift – 10 STEM Scholarships & Organizations e-book at www.stemistheway.com.
Sources/References:
Accenture
Connect with Gwatoh Kroma on LinkedIn
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