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Attracting and retaining top talent starts with a strong Employer Value Proposition (EVP), yet many businesses overlook its importance. A compelling EVP goes beyond salary and benefits - it's about clearly communicating your company’s purpose, growth opportunities, and commitment to employee well-being. By authentically sharing your values and vision, you can engage prospective hires and inspire greater loyalty and satisfaction among your current team.

What happens when a well established company discovers their interview process is stuck in the Victorian era? In this article, we explore how one client's outdated recruitment approach was actively driving away top talent and how a simple but crucial intervention transformed their hiring success. Two exceptional candidates withdrew after experiencing an unexpectedly rigid interview style and a surprise technical test under exam conditions damaged the employer brand. Discover how we helped this client modernise their approach and create an interview experience that attracts rather than repels top talent.