Objective Hiring

Rowan Jacobson on Transforming the Temporary Labor Market with Job and Talent's AI-Driven Approach


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In this episode of Alooba’s Objective Hiring Show, Tim interviews Rowan, the VP of Data at Job & Talent—a marketplace focused on revolutionizing temporary labor placement. Rowan shares insights on Job and Talent global reach, managing a complex hiring process, and leveraging AI for better recruitment outcomes. He discusses the differences in hiring for temporary roles versus professional roles, the impact of AI on traditional hiring methods, and the importance of adaptability in new hires. Rowan also touches on the nuances of evaluating technical skills versus soft skills in candidates and offers perspectives on the future of recruitment in a rapidly changing market. The episode rounds off with a thought-provoking question for the next guest on their biggest hiring mistakes and successes, encouraging a reflective look at recruitment practices.

Show Notes:
00:00 Introduction to Job and Talent
00:54 Guest Introduction: Rowan's Journey in Data
01:30 How Job and Talent Operates
03:33 Scaling and Global Operations
04:21 Productizing Hiring for Temporary Workers
07:02 Challenges in Evaluating Workers
12:14 Comparing Temporary and Professional Hiring
23:51 The Role of AI in Hiring
44:38 The Future of Data Roles
49:57 Final Thoughts and Reflections
50:59 Closing Remarks
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Objective HiringBy Alooba