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While the concept of employer branding has only gained wider attraction in Lithuania over the past decade, globally it has long been recognized as a strategic business function. Employer branding is no longer just about attractive job ads \u2013 it\u2019s a comprehensive representation of an organization\u2019s reputation, shaped by employee experience, leadership culture, and core values.<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

We spoke with Brett Minchington \u2013 one of the world\u2019s most influential employer branding experts \u2013 about the evolution of the field, common mistakes organizations make, and what the future holds for it. For over two decades, Brett has been deeply immersed in this field. He has authored ten benchmark books on the topic, founded World Employer Branding Day<\/em>, and established the Employer Branding College, through which he has trained and advised thousands of senior leaders across more than 60 cities and 40 countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy journey into employer branding started with a simple question I couldn\u2019t stop thinking about: Why do so many people dislike their jobs?\u201d Brett says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back in 2004, that curiosity led to his first book, \u201cYour Employer Brand: Attract-Engage-Retain\u201c. While writing it, Brett noticed a clear trend: the most successful organizations were beginning to stand out not just for their products or profits, but for how their people felt about working there. This employee experience \u2013 defined by engagement, pride, and simple human connection \u2013 was becoming visible everywhere, even in customer service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cInterestingly, my second book was originally going to be on an entirely different topic. But the more I researched and worked in employer branding, the more I saw the untapped potential of employer branding to transform not just how companies recruit, but how they lead, grow, and compete.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common employer branding mistakes<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

When asked about the most common mistakes organizations make when building their employer brand, Brett says: the biggest risk is having too narrow perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFirst mistake \u2013 focusing only on recruitment. Many companies think employer branding is just about promoting job openings. But that\u2019s just the tip of the iceberg.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is especially relevant today as competition for talent intensifies and employee expectations become more complex. It\u2019s not enough to state generic phrases like \u201cgreat atmosphere\u201d or \u201cyoung team\u201d. Candidates are looking for authenticity \u2013 do organizations actually live their values? Do employees feel heard? Is their well-being genuinely prioritized?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThere is a missed opportunity if you recruit the best talent only to see them leave because you can\u2019t deliver on the employment experience they need to thrive\u201d, \u2013 Brett emphasizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second common mistake \u2013 lack of structure. Organizations want results but often lack the resources or clearly defined responsibilities to deliver them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFailing to define an organisational structure that will support a holistic approach to employer branding that has a sustainable impact at the enterprise level.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Third \u2013 lack of leadership competencies. \u201cIt\u2019s hard to achieve great results if senior leadership does not have knowledge about employer branding, what are the benefits of it and how to put it in practice. It\u2019s important to grow such competencies.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A global community born of necessity<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In 2015, Brett launched World Employer Branding Day<\/em>, the first international event dedicated to the employer branding community. The idea was simple but ambitious: to unite a fragmented global industry and elevate employer branding to the strategic business function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the time, there were interesting initiatives happening around the world, but no global platform to connect the dots \u2013 no shared space for leaders, agencies, and communities to come together, learn from one another, and push the industry forward.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first event was held in Prague and attracted 250 participants. By 2024, it had grown to 800 leaders from 45 countries. Every edition over the past six years has sold out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBut more than just growth in numbers, it\u2019s the quality of connection and collaboration that sets this event apart \u2013 a global community of forward-thinking leaders committed to advancing employer brand leadership practice not only by talking beautiful things but actually seeking for organizational changes.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, the event is one of the most influential employer branding platforms globally \u2013 setting new standards, forging partnerships, and sharing best practices. It\u2019s especially valuable for organizations that want to create from within, not just copy others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Human connection as a competitive edge<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

When asked about the future, Brett emphasizes that success will hinge on the ability to stay human in an increasingly tech-driven world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs AI and automation drive efficiency, the real competitive edge will come from building trust, connection, and purpose at scale, especially across remote and globally distributed workforces.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is already happening. There\u2019s rising interest in leadership styles built on empathy, openness, and the ability to create cultures where people can bring their authentic selves to work. In such organizations, employees don\u2019t just stay \u2013 they become ambassadors, sharing their experience and attracting others, thereby strengthening the company\u2019s internal and external reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Brett, this transformation will require a new kind of professional:

\u201cWe\u2019ll also see a significant rise in demand for strategic employer brand leaders \u2013 those who can navigate complexity, find synergy across different functions, and those who are able to make an influence at the highest levels. Most companies aren\u2019t ready. But those who invest now in building this capability will be the ones shaping the next era of work.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may find this article in the Lithuanian language here<\/a>. This article was published on Delfi M360 website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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