Join the team at MIS Solutions for episode #04 of DIY-IT, IT Talent Management. On this episode, host and COO of MIS.tech, Jason Null is accompanied by Austin Ringland, a System Administrator at MIS, Duane Taylor, a vCIO and Adam Ringland, their CTO. This insightful episode focuses on the intricacies of finding, recruiting, and retaining top IT talent in a rapidly evolving industry. From challenges posed by generational shifts, to the importance of engaging activities like trivia and lunch and learns, the team provides a comprehensive overview of modern IT talent management.

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Key Highlights:

- Challenges organizations face in finding the right tech candidates.
- Benefits and considerations of hiring older candidates.
- The significance of well-crafted resumes and the recruitment process.
- Strategies for attracting top talent and promoting company culture.
- Emphasizing continuous learning with activities like lunch and learns.
- Insights from Austin Ringland on being a tech professional and what makes a company attractive.
- The balance of remote work and maintaining productivity.

Join us to explore the strategies and nuances of IT talent management and how it can redefine your business approach. Remember to subscribe to stay updated with future episodes of DIY-IT by MIS.tech!

00:01:20 Prioritizing resumes and selling the company during interviews.
00:05:34 Importance of matching personalities for a cultural fit.
00:06:57 Hiring strategies for SMBs, including older employees.
00:10:32 Addressing the challenge of non-stop work during lunch hours.
00:14:11 Focus on internal growth through lunch and learns.
00:16:12 Cross-training and career progression opportunities.
00:19:21 Engaging team through trivia and staying updated with technology.
00:22:58 The importance of attending conferences for growth.
00:26:27 Achievements and benefits of remote working.
00:28:39 Offering incentives like vehicle stipends for driving partners.
00:33:08 Small business challenges in establishing a full IT team.
00:36:05 Teaser for next episode: deep dive into cybersecurity.