In this episode of Behind the Hire, Jesse Gale sits down with Rich Bradley, Founder of TeamBradley, to talk about what stays true in recruiting even as the market and technology keep shifting. Rich shares how recruiting found him, how his mindset evolved from competition to service, and why relationship building and daily discipline still win. They break down the most common interview mistake he sees from both employers and candidates, skills over culture fit, plus what leaders need more of as AI and digital transformation accelerate, emotional intelligence, curiosity, and strong communication. Rich also gives practical advice for executives who are not getting traction, including using AI tools to prep for interviews the right way, and he closes with a clear take on the biggest disconnect in hiring today, expectations that do not match market reality. Rich LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richbradley/ Company Website: https://teambradley.com/