Rethinking Recruitment: The iSkout Approach to Direct Sourcing

At iSkout, we bring decades of expertise in recruitment to the table, combining proven methodologies with innovative approaches to solve today’s talent acquisition challenges. Our roots are steeped in Direct Sourcing—a strategy that has consistently delivered superior hiring outcomes for leading organizations.

In our previous ventures, such as TalentFusion and the Keane/NTT Data Enterprise Talent Acquisition function, we had the privilege of working with some of the best recruiters in the industry. These professionals achieved remarkable results by going beyond conventional sourcing methods. Direct Sourcing was not just a tool; it was the backbone of our hiring strategy. Recruiters were rigorously trained in the art of Direct Sourcing and incentivized to make hires through this approach.

Why?

Because every other candidate experience pales in comparison.

The best candidates—those who truly drive value and innovation—are often already employed or in high demand. They’re not actively applying to job postings. They don’t need to. Their reputation, skills, and track record ensure opportunities come to them.

If your organization relies solely on job boards like LinkedIn or Indeed for critical hires, you’re likely missing out on the talent that can make the biggest impact. These top-tier professionals aren’t scrolling through job postings—they’re waiting for the right opportunity to find them.

This reality hasn’t changed since the late 1990s when we implemented networking, cold calling, and targeted outreach to secure top talent at Keane and TalentFusion. However, such high-touch sourcing has increasingly become the domain of executive search firms like Korn Ferry—until now.iSkout is redefining recruitment.
We’re a modern, high-touch recruitment firm that delivers world-class Direct Sourcing solutions and exceptional candidate experiences. While we leverage cutting-edge tools and technologies to streamline processes and expand our reach, our foundation remains rooted in personalized outreach. We go beyond research and digital tools. We headhunt.

Our approach combines the efficiency of RPO processes with a Direct Sourcing delivery model, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional executive search firms. The result? Superior recruitment outcomes for your most strategic hires—without the exorbitant fees.

When building a truly competitive team, you can’t rely solely on job postings, bots, or AI to secure game-changing talent. Strategic hiring requires a human touch, supported by expertise and precision. That’s where iSkout excels.

As we anticipate a potential hiring boom in late 2024, the question is: Are you ready to meet the challenge?

We are.

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