In an engaging episode of the “Take Five” podcast, Andrew Aston, the Founder and Chief People Officer of Human Element Company, discusses the intricacies of human-centric staffing solutions. Aston delves into how his firm, Human Element Company, aligns the missions and cultures of organizations with the unique attributes of potential candidates, ensuring a perfect fit beyond mere professional qualifications.
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A Closer Look at Human Element Company’s Approach
Human Element Company specializes in staffing across various industries like medical devices, higher education, technology, and manufacturing. Their method goes beyond traditional recruitment tactics by focusing on the alignment of company culture with candidate aspirations.
Understanding the Mission and Culture
A significant focus for Human Element Company is grasping a company’s “why”—its mission and the surrounding culture. Aston emphasizes that understanding these aspects is crucial for identifying candidates who are not only skilled but are genuinely attracted to the company’s ethos.
Matching Beyond Skills
The approach taken by Human Element Company extends past evaluating resumes and technical skills. They engage candidates about their personal motivations and the kind of cultural environments they thrive in, ensuring that if a candidate aligns with a company’s mission, compensation becomes a secondary factor.
Promoting Authenticity with the “3H Rule”
Aston advocates for candidates to be helpful, humble, and honest—the “3H Rule.” This guideline encourages authenticity, which is vital for achieving a lasting and mutually beneficial placement.
Encouraging Diversity and Broad-minded Hiring
The discussion also covers the importance of diversity in hiring. Aston encourages employers to consider a broad range of backgrounds and experiences, bringing fresh perspectives and enhancing the workplace with diverse thoughts and ideas.
Connecting Companies and People
Ultimately, Aston stresses the importance of the connection between companies and people. By understanding a company’s core motivations, Human Element Company successfully matches them with candidates who share these values, leading to enriched work environments and satisfied employees.
To hear more about Andrew Aston’s insights on effective staffing strategies and the human elements that make them work, listen to his full interview on the “Take Five” podcast.
To learn more about HEC’s innovative approach or to discuss your staffing needs, visit www.humanelementcompany.com or connect with Andrew directly on LinkedIn. You can also reach the team via email at [email protected] at [email protected] or by phone at (213) 973-2127.
Human Element Company reminds us that the most successful businesses are still built on authentic human connections in a world increasingly driven by automation.
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