HR Interviews Playlist

It's been a brutal year for many in talent acquisition, with a lot of layoffs and a very tough job market, making it challenging to find other roles. This removal of certainty and stability has been mirrored in many different talent markets and looks like becoming the norm moving forward.

Traditionally, switching careers and industries has been challenging, but will the rise of skills-based thinking change this moving forward? So, how do we think about careers moving forward, and what do employers need to do to ensure they are getting the right skills in their business?

My guest this week is Ilana Golan, Founder and CEO of Leap Academy. Leap Academy is a coaching programme that helps professionals fast-track their careers by changing function or industry, by moving into leadership, or by making the jump to be an entrepreneur.

In the interview, we discuss:

• How work and careers are changing

• Practical advice for job seekers

• Adapting, learning and re-inventing

• The challenging pace of change

• A mindset shift for employers

• Dealing with Ageism

• Rising above the noise

• The impact of AI

• What will career paths look like in the future?

Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

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Recorded live at the HR Tech Conference from the Fuel50 booth in Las Vegas, Chad & Cheese are joined by Heather Bussing, a legal expert in employment law. They discuss the topic of pay equity and how it impacts diversity and inclusion in the workplace. They explore how technology can help address pay equity issues and the importance of pay transparency. They also touch on the rise of unions and the impact of COVID-19 on changing perspectives in the workforce. Heather shares her insights on how employers can navigate these challenges and ensure fair compensation for their employees. To learn more about Fuel50, visit https://fuel50.com.

Most of the conversation around generative AI in 2023 has focused on its potential and future long-term strategic impact. However, many talent acquisition teams have been doing some hands-on experimentation with the tools to see what is achievable right now.

My guests this week are Bryan Peereboom, Head of Recruitment at Wortell, and Friso Visser, Lead Recruitment Marketeer at Wortell. Wortell has been using generative AI to create recruitment marketing content this year that makes them stand out in the market. In our conversation, Bryan and Frisso discuss their experiences using the tools and their plans for an AI-first future.

In the interview, we discuss:

• Standing out in a crowded market

• Using Generative AI to develop content assets

• Midjourney, Chat GPT, Dalle3, Runway and Opus

• Staying up to date with rapidly advancing tech

• Engaging hard-to-find audiences

• Is AI saving time and resources?

• Analysing data faster

• Automating processes while improving the candidate experience

• What is the future of talent acquisition?

Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Despite massive advances in technology and I/O psychology over the last 20 years, the recruiting process has stubbornly stuck with norms established nearly 100 years ago. 

There is a massive body of scientific evidence that debunks the effectiveness of resume-based screening. At the same time, narrow definitions of talent and inflexible thinking make it impossible for many employers to recruit the skills they need for their business. But are we finally about to see things change? Two potential catalysts are mass access to Gen AI, which threatens to break recruitment systems as employers become overwhelmed by automated applications and the rise of skills-based hiring being used to solve talent challenges.

My guest this week is Caitlin MacGregor, CEO of Plum. Caitlin is on a mission to make recruiting fairer and more effective and help companies discover the true potential of their employees. Recruiting is changing, and this is a must-listen interview for anyone wanting to understand the direction the change is going in.

In the interview, we discuss:

• Predicting long-term performance and retention

• How AI is amplifying the ineffectiveness of the recruiting process

• Mobility, retention and alternative pools of talent

• Challenging long-established norms

• Improving productivity by improving screening

• Connecting people to opportunities based on their strengths

• Democratising access to assessment

• Making data transparent and easy to understand

• How can employers accelerate their skills-based evolution?

• Understanding your bench

• The long-term future of recruiting

• How much change can happen in 2024?

Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Expanding talent pipelines with alternative strategies for more diverse, and more effective, teams

In this episode of The Inclusive AF Podcast, join host Katee Van Horn and Jackye Clayton as they engage in a candid and eye-opening conversation with special guest Jessica Miller-Merrell. They delve into the realms of mental health, authenticity, and HR industry challenges, offering valuable insights and actionable advice.

From prioritizing self-care to navigating the impact of social media, the discussion is both thought-provoking and empowering, shedding light on the importance of setting boundaries, personal growth, and leveraging technology for a healthier work-life balance.

Tune in for a dynamic dialogue that resonates with professionals and individuals alike, addressing the realities of today's landscape and advocating for inclusivity, well-being, and authenticity.

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One of the things that I love about our industry is the sense of community. Wherever talent acquisition professionals gather, whether online or face-to-face, at industry events, there is always a strong emphasis on peer-to-peer learning and support.

My guest this week is Krista Tan. Krista is a TA leader and the founder of Talent Collective, a non-profit organization building a community to help support the careers of women working in talent acquisition.

In our conversation, Krista discusses the motivations for starting Talent Collective and the benefits curated communities can bring. With so much disruption in the market, we also discuss the advantages of working fractionally and what the future looks like for talent acquisition.

In the interview, we discuss:

• The story behind Talent Collective and its purpose

• Who the community is for

• Market expectations for 2024

• The benefits of fractional working

• Advice for TA professionals looking to move to fractional

• What does the future of talent acquisition look like?

Listen to this podcast in Apple Podcasts.

One of the things that I love about our industry is the sense of community. Wherever talent acquisition professionals gather, whether online or face-to-face, at industry events, there is always a strong emphasis on peer-to-peer learning and support.

My guest this week is Krista Tan. Krista is a TA leader and the founder of Talent Collective, a non-profit organization building a community to help support the careers of women working in talent acquisition.

In our conversation, Krista discusses the motivations for starting Talent Collective and the benefits curated communities can bring. With so much disruption in the market, we also discuss the advantages of working fractionally and what the future looks like for talent acquisition.

In the interview, we discuss:

• The story behind Talent Collective and its purpose

• Who the community is for

• Market expectations for 2024

• The benefits of fractional working

• Advice for TA professionals looking to move to fractional

• What does the future of talent acquisition look like?

Listen to this podcast in Apple Podcasts.

Sean Paulseth, based in Canada, is the Global Head of Sales for Silicon Valley’s Humanly.io. His career path is unique as he brings lived experience being a former HR professional.  

• High volume hiring such as The Calgary Stampede who hires 3,500 people for 10 days, can now use technology to make the process more efficient. 

• Conversational AI helps the job seeker experience by getting right to the heart of the matter - getting an interview. 

• Fear of robots taking over the recruiter’s job are unfounded, AI can scale in a way that humans just can't, making recruiter’s lives better. 

• Sean makes a well educated prediction for 2024. 

Steve Rothberg looks at job boards dipping their toes into new pricing models.