I Hate It Here

S6 E7: Recruiting, Relationships, and Resume Real Talk

Dec 2, 2024

Shannon Ogborn, a former recruiter turned community leader at Ashby, Rhona Barnett Pierce, a video marketing whiz for recruiters, and Brandon Jeffs, Director of People and Talent at TLDR, delve into the chaotic world of recruiting and job hunting. They share invaluable advice for recruiters and job seekers alike, emphasizing the importance of personal branding and relationship-building. The discussion reveals strategies for overcoming applicant tracking systems and highlights the significance of networking to enhance job prospects in today’s market.

47:31

Episode guests

Brandon Jeffs

Rhona Barnett Pierce

Shannon Ogborn

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Quick takeaways

Resumes should prioritize human readability and focus on impactful formatting to effectively showcase significant achievements to recruiters.

Recruiters must cultivate meaningful relationships and community connections to enhance their engagement strategies in a competitive job market.

Deep dives

Human Review in Recruitment

The podcast emphasizes that resumes are primarily reviewed by humans, not automated systems, debunking the myth that applicants must 'beat' an ATS to secure a job. This insight highlights the importance of human judgment in recruitment processes. Hiring managers are often reluctant to implement automated systems due to the fear of missing out on potentially great candidates. The focus should therefore shift from worrying about intricate ATS algorithms to crafting compelling applications that can resonate with human reviewers.

Intro

2min

From Recruiting to Community Engagement

8min

Building Relationships in Recruitment

12min

Unlocking Team Potential and Connecting Through Networking

2min

Mastering the Job Interview Process

11min

Rapid Fire: Favorite Applicant Tracking Systems

2min

Navigating Applicant Tracking Systems

5min

Navigating the Future of Recruitment Technology and Transparency

2min

Embracing Chaos: Reflections on HR, AI, and Future Collaborations

2min

Ever feel like recruiting is just herding cats—or maybe gremlins?

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00:02:22 - Shannon’s Biggest Piece of Advice for Recruiters

00:04:41 - What Job Seekers Should Consider in This Market

00:09:32 - Rhona’s Biggest Piece of Advice for Recruiters

00:11:42 - Tips for Job Seekers of Today

00:15:21 - Brandon’s Biggest Piece of Advice for Recruiters

00:17:34 - Brandon’s One Tip for Job Seekers

00:21:15 - Sean’s Biggest Piece of Advice for Recruiters

00:22:24 - Sean’s One Tip for Job Seekers

00:26:53 - Can you Beat the ATS?

00:34:58 - What is the Best ATS System to Use?

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