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Talent isn’t just a box to check—it’s the engine that drives success. Yet, too often, talent acquisition is seen as a support function when it’s actually a core business strategy. The right people don’t just fill roles; they fuel growth and innovation.
This site is your guide to building a talent strategy that attracts top performers and helps them thrive. We’ll explore how to position your company as a magnet for the best and turn hiring into a strategic powerhouse.
Ready to rethink talent? Stick around—because the right people don’t just build teams; they build empires.
Latest articles
- AI vs. Human Recruiters: Who’s Better at Finding Rockstars – Or Just Wasting Everyone’s Time?The Robots Are Coming, Are You Ready? AI-powered hiring tools are shaking things up, leaving human recruiters wondering if their… Read more: AI vs. Human Recruiters: Who’s Better at Finding Rockstars – Or Just Wasting Everyone’s Time?
- The “Man Utd Syndrome”: Why Your Star Player Might Be FlounderingWe’ve all seen it happen. A world-class athlete, a renowned surgeon, a tech whiz – someone at the absolute top… Read more: The “Man Utd Syndrome”: Why Your Star Player Might Be Floundering
- Game On: The Future of Hiring is Skills-BasedLet’s face it—if your company still hires based on degrees and job titles, you’re stuck in the past. But don’t… Read more: Game On: The Future of Hiring is Skills-Based
- Rise Within: How Internal Mobility is Revolutionizing the Modern WorkplaceAre you feeling stuck in your current role, with no clear path for growth and development? Do you find yourself… Read more: Rise Within: How Internal Mobility is Revolutionizing the Modern Workplace
- Transform Your Talent Agenda with a New HCM System: A Project Management PerspectiveAre you tired of managing your organization’s talent agenda with spreadsheets and disparate systems? Do you want to streamline your… Read more: Transform Your Talent Agenda with a New HCM System: A Project Management Perspective
- Creating a Winning Culture: Tips on Building and Managing a High-Performing Talent Acquisition TeamAs a leader, building and managing a high-performing talent acquisition team can be challenging. However, with the right mindset, strategies,… Read more: Creating a Winning Culture: Tips on Building and Managing a High-Performing Talent Acquisition Team
- Unlocking Potential: The Power of Employer Branding in Trainee RecruitmentAs businesses continue to digitize and evolve, it’s increasingly important to attract young talent that’s comfortable with technology and capable… Read more: Unlocking Potential: The Power of Employer Branding in Trainee Recruitment
- Lean Talent Acquisition: Eliminate waste, offer Recruitment as a ServiceThere is a lot of talk about Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding, but mostly just talk with little substance. Too… Read more: Lean Talent Acquisition: Eliminate waste, offer Recruitment as a Service
- Recruiting in a growth companySince when I started at RELEX (as the first ever dedicated recruiting person) roughly one and a half year ago… Read more: Recruiting in a growth company
- 3 Important Things to Question in Your Hiring ProcessHuman Resources (what a terrible term by the way) has not really changed that much in the last one hundred… Read more: 3 Important Things to Question in Your Hiring Process
- Recruiter’s Secrets Revealed: 3 Reasons Why Recruiting Is So HardThere is a lot of mystery surrounding recruitment. There are as many opinions as there are applicants. And the opinions… Read more: Recruiter’s Secrets Revealed: 3 Reasons Why Recruiting Is So Hard
- Startups Should Use Recruiters From Day OneEverything is hard when you’re in a startup and when you finally get the company of the ground – well… Read more: Startups Should Use Recruiters From Day One
- Stop Recruiting Average People; Attract Top Talent by Investing in Company CultureThe harsh truth is that we spend more time at work than doing anything else in our lives. This even… Read more: Stop Recruiting Average People; Attract Top Talent by Investing in Company Culture
- Improve Productivity by Embracing Difference, Hire an IntrovertThanks to books like Linus Jonkman’s ‘Introverts: The Silent Revolution’ extroversion and introversion have become the hot topic of late.… Read more: Improve Productivity by Embracing Difference, Hire an Introvert
- These companies aren’t just cool but ice coldI think all companies should be run like a technology company. Might sound radical but so are the times we… Read more: These companies aren’t just cool but ice cold
Hiring is the most important people function you have, and most of us aren’t as good at it as we think. Refocusing your resources on hiring better will have a higher return than almost any training program you can develop.”
— Laszlo Bock, Co-founder and CEO of Humu and Author of Work Rules.
About me
Imagine a world where finding top tech talent isn’t just about filling roles, it’s about building a strategic advantage. That’s my zone. I’m Ville, a husband, father of two, and a self-professed geek with a passion for unearthing exceptional talent.
Why Talent Strategy?
Because in today’s business landscape, talent is the ultimate game-changer. I don’t just recruit, I craft talent strategies that propel businesses forward. Every search is an opportunity to identify brilliant minds and weave them into the fabric of an organization’s success. It’s about seeing the bigger picture, the potential for innovation, and the power of the right people in the right place.
Leading the Talent Charge at KPMG Finland
As the Talent Acquisition leader at KPMG Finland, I help us build a dynamic team of future-focused professionals. If you’re someone looking to make a global impact, let’s connect!
From Apple Fanatic to Talent Strategist
My journey in the tech world started with a niche passion. “Omenafarmi” (Apple Farm), my first Finnish blog, became a haven for Apple enthusiasts back in the day. Building that community ignited a love for connecting passionate people. But my interests broadened. I craved a more strategic approach, a way to truly impact how businesses leverage talent. That’s when I shifted gears and became a talent strategist.
Beyond the Code: A Passion for Knowledge
While biographies, leadership books, and social commentaries fuel my intellectual fire, don’t be fooled – I still appreciate a well-written line of code. My background as a geek keeps me in tune with the latest tech trends and allows me to speak the language of the talent I source.
When I unwind, it’s all about la dolce vita. Cooking up a delicious Italian feast isn’t just about satisfying my taste buds, it’s about appreciating the simple elegance and perfect balance of flavors – a philosophy I carry over into my talent strategy.
Ready to Build Your Dream Team?
Whether you’re someone seeking your next adventure or a company aiming to build a world-class team, let’s chat! I’m all about fostering connections, identifying potential, and building the future of talent, together.
-Ville
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