HR Interviews Playlist

The shortening shelf life of skills, shifting business priorities, and the surge in AI-driven job applications are compelling many employers to rethink their candidate assessment and selection processes. This shift towards skills-based thinking is fostering greater integration between talent acquisition and talent management. By combining data on soft skills, hard skills, and career aspirations, employers can leverage a unified dataset to gain a comprehensive view throughout the entire employee lifecycle.So how can this be done, and what advantages can it bring?My guest this week is Jason Putnam, the CRO at Plum. Jason has been driving the charge around the scientific assessment of soft skills for a while and has recently incorporated data on hard skills into their methodology. Jason has some important insights to share on the future of assessment and the implementation of skills-based hiring.In the interview, we discuss:How the market is evolvingThe changing balance between talent acquisition and talent managementTA's responsibility for retentionCombining hard skills and soft skillsPace paradox versus business latencyFocusing on the skills you need rather than the skills you haveThe evolution of the recruiting processBuilding alignment between talent acquisition, talent management, and hiring managersThe importance of one universal datasetThe role of AIFollow this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

To say the ATS business is a challenging one these days would be an understatement. Between mergers and acquisitions, slumbering IPO ambitions and figuring out the whole AI Revolution, staying ahead of the game is complex. That's why we invited SmartRecruiters interim CEO and CPO Rebecca Carr to the show. She's an industry veteran with a good story to tell and as an industry product person to the bone, she can add nuance to the landscape. Covering everything from the hibernating IPO speculation to the botched acquisition with iCIMS to her time with - wait for it - Branchout, a high flying player from over a decade ago, who flamed out and die at the hand of Facebook before it really caught fire. It'a a walk down Memory Land, and a glimpse into the future that's a must-listen.

This week we welcome the OG HR Famous Tim Sackett. Tim has come up with a great follow up book to the Talent Fix by releasing volume 2After 5,000 blog posts, at what point do you just write a few books?  With his latest book, Tim brings the wit and humour we all need after a long day in TA. Fun fact, he is one of the few people who can honestly say they were born to be in this profession.Our favourite takes from his new book:Money fixes everythingHiring Managers are mad because they see us as HRLaughable metrics in TATalent StreamingReferral to Interview ratio - aim for 90-100%  The Talent Fix Volume 2 is out now!

The world of venture capital is a mystery to most. Who gets funded and why? What's the math around valuations? And why is there so much "betting on the jockey"? So many questions with so few answers. That's why we invited Jason Corsello, founder and general partner at Acadian Ventures, on the podcast. He'll help us better understand the unicorn parade from a few years back, which resulted in a VC winter, which has led to the gradual thawing of capital into the world of work. What kind of companies are getting his attention, and wallet share, and what advice does he give to startups looking to raise that first seed round of capital. The veils are being lifted and the crystal balls are coming out on this one. Enjoy.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:14 The Unicorn Parade and VC Winter07:16 Opportunities for Seed Investors10:23 The Thaw and the Future of Venture Capital16:23 Investment Themes: AI, Compliance, and Global Workforce22:36 Advantages and Disadvantages of Incumbents in Leveraging Data23:53 Challenges of Integrating HR Tech Systems26:15 Evaluating Startup Pitches and the Importance of Referrals29:55 Evaluating European Startups vs. US Startups33:49 The Potential for Disruption in the ATS Market35:23 Best Bets, Worst Mistakes, and Missed Opportunities in Venture Capital

In this episode of Talent Chasing, the hosts discuss the evolution of pit crews in NASCAR with Andy Papathanassiou, emphasizing the importance of process, practice, and finding one's true calling. They explore leadership simplicity, the significance of diversity of thought, and the challenges of building a dynasty in a world focused on instant gratification. The conversation also touches on the myth of overnight success and the mindset required for startup founders, concluding with the dangers of hiring like-minded individuals instead of embracing diverse perspectives.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:10 The Evolution of Pit Crews in NASCAR03:49 The Importance of Process and Practice05:15 Finding Your True Calling07:00 Simplicity in Leadership and Management12:31 Diversity of Thought in Teams14:20 Building a Dynasty vs. Instant Gratification16:54 The Myth of Overnight Success20:01 Following Your Passion21:56 The Mindset of a Startup Founder22:37 The Danger of Hiring Copies of Yourself

In this episode of Talent Chasing, the hosts discuss the evolution of pit crews in NASCAR with Andy Papathanassiou, emphasizing the importance of process, practice, and finding one's true calling. They explore leadership simplicity, the significance of diversity of thought, and the challenges of building a dynasty in a world focused on instant gratification. The conversation also touches on the myth of overnight success and the mindset required for startup founders, concluding with the dangers of hiring like-minded individuals instead of embracing diverse perspectives.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:10 The Evolution of Pit Crews in NASCAR03:49 The Importance of Process and Practice05:15 Finding Your True Calling07:00 Simplicity in Leadership and Management12:31 Diversity of Thought in Teams14:20 Building a Dynasty vs. Instant Gratification16:54 The Myth of Overnight Success20:01 Following Your Passion21:56 The Mindset of a Startup Founder22:37 The Danger of Hiring Copies of Yourself

Download My Free Whitepaper - “10 Ways AI Will Transform Talent Acquisition” https://recruitingfuturefeast.com/transformCheck out my new course on planning strategically for the future - Trend Spottinghttps://matt-alder-s-school.teachable.com/p/trendspottingRound up is the monthly show on The Recruiting Future Podcast channel that highlights episodes you may have missed and gives you my take on some of the key learnings from the guests.Episodes mentioned in this Round Up:Ep 611: Doing Hiring DifferentlyEp 612: AI-Powered Job SeekersEp 613: Talent AutomationEp 614: Reinventing The Recruiting ProcessEp 615: Building Inclusive Hiring PracticesEp 616: AI And The Art Of The PossibleEp 617: The Practicalities of Skills-Based HiringEp 618: Breaking The Rainbow CeilingFollow this podcast on Apple PodcastsA full transcript will appear here shortly

In this compelling episode of Talent Chasing, hosts Brian Johnson and Jasper Spanjaart interview Andy Papathanassiou, whose extraordinary journey takes him from a Stanford football star to NASCAR's first-ever pit crew coach. Andy shares how a severe back injury ended his sports career but led him to revolutionize NASCAR pit crews.Listeners will hear about Andy’s innovative approach, bringing athletic discipline and consistency to the pits, and transforming pit stops into a well-coordinated team effort. His work with Hendrick Motorsports and driver Jeff Gordon resulted in groundbreaking success and numerous championships.Andy also discusses the parallels between sports and business, highlighting lessons in teamwork, practice, and perseverance. Now a keynote speaker, Andy uses pit crew simulations to teach high-performing team dynamics to business leaders.Chapters:Introduction and Guest Overview - 0:00:14Andy Papathanassiou's Journey Begins - 0:01:04First Ever Pit Crew Coach - 0:01:39Discovering NASCAR and Breaking In - 0:03:10Moving to Charlotte - 0:07:26The Importance of Consistency - 0:24:16Innovations in Pit Crew Dynamics - 0:28:42Impact and Adoption of New Methods in NASCAR - 0:29:41Pit Crew Training and Development Programs - 0:30:33Keynote Speaking and Team Building - 0:31:03Applying NASCAR Lessons to Business - 0:34:15

Recorded LIVE from Transform earlier this year. This episode explores the dynamic changes in the modern workplace including in-depth conversations with Janine Yancey, the CEO and founder of Emtrain. With her rich background as an employment lawyer and her innovative work, Janine provides unique perspectives on transforming HR practices, compliance training, and workplace culture.Episode Chapters0:00:00 - Podcast Intro0:00:23 - Live from Transform Las Vegas0:00:42 - Welcoming Janine Yancey0:01:03 - Janine Yancey's Background0:04:03 - Differentiating in a Competitive Market0:06:10 - Partnerships with Industry Leaders0:07:39 - Developing Management Skills0:08:26 - Measuring Team Chemistry0:09:49 - Building a Unified Team Culture0:11:00 - Launching New People Analytics Tools0:14:02 - The Impact of AI on Work0:17:20 - Evolution of the Workforce

To know industry icon Gerry Crispin is to love Gerry Crispin. And if you missed our Gerry Tales series, do yourself a favor and check it out at https://www.chadcheese.com/gerry-crispin. Then come back for an after-hours interview with Gerry live from Unleash in Las Vegas. It's a walk down Memory Lane, a breath of fresh air for our times, and a sobering forecast of where things might be going.Chapters:0:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome0:00:35 - Gerry Crispin's Background0:02:17 - Early Days and Formation of CareerXroads 0:03:09 - The Internet and Job Boards Revolution0:05:49 - Writing and Publishing the First Book0:14:45 - Transition to Building a Community0:16:35 - Reflecting on the Evolution of Talent Acquisition0:17:31 - AI and the Future of Recruiting 0:19:42 - Current State of Talent Acquisition Technology0:25:11 - Improving Recruiting Efficiency and Integration0:30:40 - DEI and the Supreme Court Decision Impact 0:36:01 - Corporate Responsibility and Community Engagement0:37:01 - Insights from the UNLEASH Conference0:38:16 - Conclusion and Gerry’s Contact Information