Observed Signal · Jun 5, 2018 · Hiring · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
A Respectful Attitude Toward Employees Is Crucial
Philipp Riedel, managing director of Avantgarde Experts, discusses how the recruiting specialist prioritizes employee development and motivation within the marketing industry. Avantgarde Experts, the recruiting arm of the international Avantgarde agency, has placed Marketeers and clients since 2002 across permanent, temporary, and freelancing engagements. The firm currently employs around 1,300 staff who work at client sites and serves more than 500 client companies, ranging from startups to global players. The corporate motto, Creating Careers, reflects a commitment to aligning tasks with each employee’s skills and ambitions. Riedel highlights a relatively high takeover rate, with clients often requesting to hire Avantgarde staff. Additional offerings include language, rhetoric, and project-management training, plus various benefits. He stresses authentic leadership, transparent decision-making, and broad staff involvement as key drivers of retention and performance in a competitive market.
Moderate relevance to AdTech/MarTech recruitment and employer culture; discusses leadership and employee development in a marketing recruitment context.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Avantgarde Experts is the recruitment service of the international Avantgarde agency.
- Around 1,300 employees currently work at client assignments.
- Since 2002, Avantgarde Experts has matched Marketeers with client companies for permanent, temporary, and freelance roles.
- The firm works with over 500 client companies, from startups to global players.
- Motto 'Creating Careers' aims to align tasks with employees' skills and aspirations.
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