The Elite Recruiter Podcast The Power of Strategic Relationships and AI: Insights for the Modern Recruiter with Marcus Sawyerr
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Oct 14, 2024 In this conversation with Marcus Sawyerr, the Founder and CEO of EQ app and a former Fortune 500 executive, the focus is on revolutionizing recruitment through AI and strategic relationships. Marcus explains how blending AI with human emotional intelligence can transform sourcing and interviews. He emphasizes the necessity of personal connections in recruitment and discusses future-ready models for staffing firms. Marcus also shares insights on leveraging technology to establish meaningful relationships, ultimately enhancing recruitment outcomes and fostering community.
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From Gym Sales To CareerBuilder
- Marcus left university, sold gym corporate memberships, and cold-called his way into sales at CareerBuilder.
- That early outreach shaped his focus on selling, relationships, and continual learning.
Collect Dots Before Connecting Them
- Crowdsourcing ideas inside large organizations reveals patterns you can't see alone.
- Collecting dots from many employees lets you later connect them into strategic initiatives.
Grow Business By Hosting A Niche Community
- Host valuable niche events and content to grow a community through referrals instead of cold outreach.
- Mix candidates and clients in the same community to surface opportunities organically.