I covered a lot of ground: 👉 HR & Talent Foundations: Grasping the core functions of HR and the full strategic lifecycle of talent acquisition. 👉 Workforce Planning: Learning how to forecast needs, analyze talent pools, and manage costs effectively. 👉 Job Design: Developing the skill to write compelling job descriptions and apply solid job design principles. 👉 Recruitment Marketing: Exploring how to build an employer brand and use social media to reach the right people. 👉 Selection & Assessment: Understanding how to conduct effective interviews, perform background checks, and handle the tough parts like compensation negotiations—all while staying compliant. 👉 Onboarding & Retention:* Diving into what happens after the hire, from performance integration to using AI and social media to keep talent engaged.