The Breakthrough Hiring Show: Recruiting and Talent Acquisition Conversations

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Kwal’s Co-Founder, David Tell, in our special series on AI for Hiring.

David shares how Kwal’s generative AI voice agent is evolving recruitment for staffing firms and RPOs by automating initial screenings and interviews.  The conversation highlights the challenges of bias in AI-driven evaluations and the need for companies to address these concerns.

0:00 Generative AI voice agents for hiring

14:08 Regulatory concerns and AI bias detection

22:00 Future trends in AI hiring solutions

27:00 Broader implications and market trends

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James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Pillar’s CEO, Mark Simpson, in our special series on AI for Hiring.

Discover how Pillar’s interview intelligence platform enhances efficiency, reduces bias, and integrates seamlessly with tools like Zoom to create a more structured hiring experience. They also explore the potential of AI-driven interview guides, automated scorecards, and the role of advanced analytics in reshaping candidate experiences. Tune in to learn how AI can set new industry standards and what the future holds for interview intelligence.

0:00 Streamlining interview process with Pillar

13:03 Enhancing interview processes with AI

21:40 Expanding interview intelligence across industries

26:46 Future of AI in interviews

38:13 Optimizing screening calls with AI

Blog post: One In Four Interviews Are Biased

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James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host BrightHire’s CEO, Ben Sesser, in our special series on AI for Hiring.

In this episode they uncover the ways AI is optimizing how companies recruit talent. Ben shares valuable insights into how BrightHire's platform is transforming interview planning, execution, and assessment, making the process more structured and inclusive. From creating detailed job descriptions to building comprehensive interview plans, this episode reveals how you can significantly improve hiring outcomes.

0:00 BrightHire's core features

10:49 Evaluating hiring decisions with BrightHire

22:00 Customizing your hiring process with AI

30:42 The technology behind BrightHire

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Join host James Mackey and his guest Joel Lalgee, host of The Realest Recruiter, as they dissect the FTC proposal to ban non-competes, weighing its impact on businesses and employees. Discover the balance between protecting business interests and fostering employee freedom, and how emerging trends are reshaping the recruitment industry.

  0:00 Navigating non-compete agreements in hiring
  11:02 Challenges and ethics of non-compete agreements
20:27 Shifts in work mindset and values
25:45 Evolving work relationships and loyalty
33:34 Building trust through authenticity and transparency
39:25 Balancing company culture and business goals

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In this episode, host James Mackey, CEO of SecureVision RPO, and Steve Bartel, Founder & CEO of Gem, dive into AI-driven talent acquisition, exploring its potential for recruitment processes. 

They discuss the intricacies and challenges of incorporating AI in talent acquisition, from leveraging AI to streamline sourcing and candidate evaluation to maintaining personalized touches in tech recruitment. The conversation explores the importance of quality data sources, calibrating AI systems, and mitigating bias in the hiring process. 

   0:00 Leveraging AI for outbound sourcing in the tech industry

11:24 Calibrating AI for recruitment success

25:12 Building talent pipelines with AI

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Join host James Mackey as he discusses the latest in tech industry hiring with Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse. They explore the state of hiring, increased applicant ratios, and the disconnect between hiring plans and budgets. Discover the impact of AI on recruitment, potential biases therein, and the future of work in a shifting market. 

    0:00 Tech industry hiring trends and market conditions
   6:44 Hiring trends and cost-cutting measures in the tech industry
16:01 AI's impact on work and decision-making
27:29 Active job search strategies

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Join host James Mackey in an insightful conversation with Anton Boner, Co-Founder of Screenloop, as they discuss the creation of a groundbreaking ATS platform. From AI-powered recruitment to optimizing processes for hyper-growth companies, discover the keys to enhancing candidate experience, improving hiring metrics, and tackling biases in job descriptions. 

Gain valuable on talent evaluation, compensation strategies, and the importance of employer branding in attracting diverse talent. Explore how innovation and data-driven approaches are reshaping the landscape of talent acquisition in today's competitive market.

   0:37 Anton Boner's background
   1:31 Innovative ATS and talent platform trends
11:09 Recruiting capacity planning and strategies
15:55 Streamlining candidate feedback and process
28:42 Effective talent evaluation and compensation strategies

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Join us as host James Mackey and his guest Shathiya Rengalwar, People Leader,  unpack the intricacies of tech hiring, discussing the surge in layoffs and the subsequent challenges for hiring teams.

Explore talent acquisition strategies, emphasizing the pivotal role of networking and relationship investments. The episode also sheds light on building diverse and inclusive teams, with practical insights into inclusive hiring practices and the ongoing commitment needed for workplace diversity.

    0:37 Shathiya Rengalwar's background
    2:03 Hiring trends and layoffs in the tech industry
14:46 Diversity and inclusion in the workplace

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Join host James Mackey and his guest Cassandra Mingus, Director of Talent Acquisition at Signifyd, as she shares her career journey from recruiter to tech leader in a late-stage company. In conversation with James Mackey, they explore lessons learned, the evolution of talent acquisition, and hiring strategies for success.

Discover the importance of structured processes, approval mechanisms, and using tools like Greenhouse for streamlined recruitment. Uncover tiered recruitment strategies, capacity planning insights, and measuring quality of hire.

   0:33 Cassandra Mingus's background
   1:39 Lessons learned in talent acquisition progression
12:00 Key processes for effective hiring
19:24 Capacity planning and quality of hire

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Join host James Mackey and Avi Singer, CEO & Founder at showd.me, as they discuss high-volume hiring in healthcare and tech, emphasizing systematic processes and the importance of a clear employee value proposition.
 
Avi shares insights on online compliance training and adapting learning platforms for the healthcare industry. The episode concludes with cost-effective ways to show appreciation, discussing impactful gestures and personalized perks to enhance employee retention.

   0:34 Avi Singer's background
   2:02 High-volume hiring challenges
10:56 The importance of retention strategies
16:06 Online training for healthcare employees
19:46 Talent acquisition strategies

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