World-class organizations are built by preparation, execution and accountability, not by luck. Each and every hiring manager, one candidate and one hiring decision at a time build them. Building the Talent Edge is a tactical recruiting guide written for the hiring manager as an analogy to the sales process. In an easy to follow and implement format, it lays out the five critical steps to consistently build the pipeline of talent necessary to raise the standards of the hiring process and avoid desperation hires. Learn how to consistently: Define the market and build a pipeline of high potential candidates Position the "product" (career opportunity) against the competition Deliver the message with impact to potential candidates Prospect for talent where competitors are not looking . in the "hidden candidate market" Rigorously qualify (screen) potential hires Close the sale and deliver the star performer every time If you or your managers are willing to accept accountability for hiring top talent and reduce headhunter and hiring costs in the process, Building the Talent Edge is for you.