Recruiting for alt protein: Q&A with Teresa Romanovsky
Teresa Romanovsky • Sep 13, 2023
Our Founder and Director of Opportunities, Teresa Romanovsky, was featured by Australia's only dedicated alternative protein news platform, Future Alternative, on the talent landscape in this rapidly growing sector.
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Following Neurodiversity Celebration Week, which took place from 18th to 24th March, it's important to address and dispel prevailing misconceptions surrounding integrating neurodivergent individuals in the workplace. Despite the growing evidence supporting the advantages of cognitively diverse teams—such as increased productivity, enhanced decision-making, and heightened innovation—many organisations remain apprehensive about embracing neurodivergent talent. This reluctance not only sidelines a significant portion of the global talent pool, estimated at 15-20 per cent but also hampers organisational growth and innovation.
In the increasingly complex environment of a modern business, hiring and retaining talent is more than a routine HR function—it's a critical strategic operation with far-reaching implications for organisational success and sustainability. The direct and indirect costs associated with employee turnover expose a varied picture, revealing a financial burden and a multifaceted challenge impacting productivity, morale, and corporate reputation.
In today's economy, the paramount importance of human elements—such as creativity, empathy, and innovation—marks a significant shift from past industrial and knowledge economies. This evolution highlights the critical role of human traits in driving organisational value across various dimensions, including revenue, innovation, efficiency, and brand relevance. However, the efforts of organisations to prioritise these crucial human connections often fall short, primarily due to a legacy mindset focused on extracting value from individuals rather than collaborating with them to forge a better future for both parties.
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