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Lou Adler

CEO

Overall Summary



Lou Adler is a prominent expert in the field of Performance-based Hiring, and is the CEO and Founder of Performance-based Hiring Learning Systems. He has a storied career as a recruiter, HR instructor, and author, with significant contributions through his training programs, consulting services, and publications.

Professional Background



  • Current Role: CEO, Performance-based Hiring Learning Systems

  • Founded: Performance-based Hiring Learning Systems, a consulting and training firm dedicated to helping recruiters and hiring managers improve their talent acquisition processes.

  • Authored: "Hire with Your Head" (4th edition, John Wiley and Sons, 2021) and "The Essential Guide for Hiring & Getting Hired" (Workbench, 2013)

  • Former Executive: Successful tenure at Rockwell International and The Allen Group


Key Contributions and Offerings



Performance-based Hiring



  • Methodology: Performance-based Hiring is an end-to-end, four-step process designed to integrate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and recruiting. It is focused on assessing how top talent evaluates and accepts job opportunities, emphasizing long-term growth and fit over immediate compensation.

  • Training Programs:

  • Available both on-site and online

  • Targeted at hiring managers, recruiters, and interviewers

  • Programs range from foundational courses to advanced sessions on specific recruiting tactics

  • Books and Educational Material:

  • "Hire With Your Head" and "The Essential Guide for Hiring & Getting Hired" serve as comprehensive guides on the methodology

  • Clientele:

  • Trusted by various high-profile organizations including AAA, Airbnb.com, Pfizer, Stryker, and LinkedIn among others


Win-Win Hiring System



  • Win-Win Hiring Strategy: Focuses on creating mutually beneficial hiring outcomes where both employer and employee feel they are gaining value. This strategy is ingrained in all training programs offered by the company.

  • Training Offerings:

  • Self-paced interactive learning systems

  • Just-in-time training modules

  • Corporate training customized for executive teams


Professional Reputation



  • Recognition:

  • Lou Adler is acknowledged as an industry expert and has been featured on various platforms including LinkedIn and YouTube, highlighting his views and techniques in hiring.

  • Podcasts and Interviews: Frequently invited to speak on professional podcasts like the Duffy Group and conducts educational sessions on platforms like YouTube.


Courses and Resources



  • Courses & Training:

  • Essentials of Performance-based Hiring for different organizational roles (managers, recruiters, hiring teams)

  • Interactive and self-paced learning modules available for seamless integration into corporate training systems

  • Certification: Offers certification programs in Performance-based Hiring for recruiters and hiring professionals


Notable Publications



  • Books:

  • "Hire with Your Head" (Fourth Edition, 2021)

  • "The Essential Guide for Hiring & Getting Hired" (2013)

  • Course Materials: Comprehensive training modules and job aids that integrate performance-based hiring tactics into everyday recruiting practices


By leveraging Lou Adler’s extensive expertise and the structured methodologies offered through Performance-based Hiring Learning Systems, companies can significantly improve their talent acquisition processes, aligning hiring strategies with organizational growth and development goals.