HR Interviews Playlist

The Recruitment Flex Feat. The Brand Plan Podcast hosts Marcus Body & James Ellis

The pairing of James and Marcus is the employer brand & TA’s version of Megan & Harry.  

• James, being our most popular guest, has teamed up with Marcus to talk about employer brand, for an hour at a time and yes, they have a point of view!

• Measuring employer brand in its simplest form, “Did it solve the problem?”

• Ending the argument on what is an EVP

• Employer Brand in different countries, one size does not fit globally

• EB looks different based on the size of company you're in 

• Advice for TA as they launch into EB

It’s a rare breed of professional that has worked on the vendor side of HR tech, as well as the TA practitioner side. So, when we got the opportunity to chat with Josh Rock, currently Talent Acquisition Manager at Nuss Truck, and former executive at JobDig, LinkUp and CollegeRecruiter, we jumped at the chance. Recorded at SHRM, it’s a candid conversation about the industry from both sides of the fence.

Being a Global Head of TA in 2023 is highly challenging. Dealing with disrupted talent markets and global hiring nuances while building a consistent approach to candidate experience and stakeholder relations and keeping on top of emerging technology trends is complex, to say the least. 

My guest this week is Chet Ritchie, VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Manulife. Chet is driving a TA strategy based on transparent relationship management and a core, common, and custom approach to the critical elements of recruiting and employer branding. 

In the interview, we discuss:

• Demographic shifts and talent market dynamics

• The importance of hiring manager and stakeholder relations

• A personalized and engaging candidate experience

• Providing feedback throughout the process

• Structuring a global team

• Core, Common, and Custom

• The role of technology

• Showing humanity through the recruiting process

• Leveraging data for talent intelligence and process optimization

• What does the future of TA look like

Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

The work-from-home movement is under fire. Jamie Dimon says it’s a productivity issue. Elon Musk says it’s a moral issue. As a result, more and more employers are forcing people back to the office. Even Zoom is bringing people back. The future is uncertain, for sure. That’s why we brought Mary Elkordy, president & CEO at Elkordy Global Strategies to the show. Elkordy Global Strategies is a full-service PR firm, well-versed in influencer marketing, talent integration, social media strategy, strategic communications, and digital marketing. A great guest with a unique perspective on a complicated topic. Enjoy!

We met Omar Khateeb CEO of JobPixel at Unleash and we were impressed with what he was building!

Omar joins us with some practical advice and shares successful uses of video for mid to large to high volume hiring. 

Seeing is believing. The power of video is unequaled when marketing your jobs, your team and your company.

Some great advice to TA leaders on how to get started with video: 

Remove the fear of creating video content. Bring your company to life using video by allowing your team’s stories come to life in their own words.

Ever wanted to hear an interview with a former recruiter at Facebook, Apple and Tesla? How about one that’s currently blazing a trail at EV maker Rivian? Well, it’s your lucky day, because Chad & Cheese sat down with Rameen Fattahi, director, recruiting operations & insights at Rivian while they were all at iCIMS Inspire to hear Rameen’s story. Don’t worry. Along the way, there are stories about Elon and Zuck.

The AI needs of small business and how vendors are trying to address them.

A few short months ago, many commentators predicted that AI would be a revolutionary force in recruitment marketing that would drive automation, efficiency, and engagement. So how does the hype live up to the reality, and what have we learned about how AI and humans need to work together to create effective recruitment marketing?

My guest this week is Kat Kibben, CEO and Founder of Three Ears Media. Kat is a recruitment marketing expert with a focus on job postings. They have some valuable insights and informed opinions on the relationship between recruiters, AI and recruitment marketing.

In the interview, we discuss:

• How has recruitment marketing evolved since the pandemic

• What is holding AI back

• Why marketing and recruitment marketing are not the same jobs

• What happens when everyone has access to the same tools

• Telling the truth, being unique, and standing out

• Training recruiters to be consultative.

• Driving a faster hiring process

• What makes a great job posting

• Are mandatory requirements really mandatory?

• Employer branding as an accelerator

• Advice for TA leaders on the future of recruitment marketing

Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

The amount of technology available to TA teams has exploded, and innovation is moving so rapidly that it is almost impossible to keep up. In a world driven by shiny objects syndrome taking a long-term strategic view when it comes to TA technologies is crucial. However, the challenges around this are considerable and are not just about the amount of choice. TA leaders need access to specialist skills to help them make the right decisions and, simultaneously, need to ensure their voice is heard within the business around tech procurement.

My guest this week is Rob Cohen, TA Ecosystem Manager at Philip Morris International. Rob has the kind of role I can see becoming more common in TA Teams in the future. He is a genuine technology expert who sits outside the IT function and is responsible for all the technology that touches candidates and helps recruiters do their job. Rob has some fascinating insights on technology strategy, TA tech stacks, and the AI-driven future, making this an absolute must-listen interview.

In the interview, we discuss:

• The importance of Talent Acquisition owning its own tech

• Skills and stakeholders

• Translating business needs into tech requirements.

• Being strategic with technology, not tactical

• Dealing knowledgeably with vendors

• Open AIs

• Using systems for what they are designed for

• Platforms versus point solutions

• The complexities of operating globally

• Is there such a thing as a perfect TA tech stack?

• The current and future role of AI

• Personalized recruiting automation

• The future role of the TA team

Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

In this thought-provoking episode of The Inclusive AF Podcast, join guest speaker Nani Vishwanath as she delves into the future of work and its impact on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). From hybrid and remote work arrangements to the need for purposeful in-person interactions, Nani breaks down the importance of considering the unique needs of individuals with various identities. Discover the research-backed benefits of remote work for people of color and gain insights on creating a culture of belonging. Join hosts Katee Van Horn and Jackye Clayton in this engaging conversation and explore how DEI is not just a "nice to have," but a critical aspect of business success. Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode - tune in now! #InclusiveAF #FutureOfWork #DEI #DiversityandInclusion #EquityandInclusion