The Chad & Cheese Podcast

Justin Henshaw, founder and CEO of Gage, joins the Chad and Cheese podcast to pitch his company. Gage is the first and only universal employment recognition system and engagement community built for shift and hourly workers. It allows employees to own and transfer their employment data, providing a complete and portable employment record. Gage also fosters community and connection among employees, allowing them to connect with peers, coworkers, and managers. The platform emphasizes engagement and rewards, with the goal of motivating and retaining shift and hourly workers. Gage is an employee engagement platform that aims to recognize and celebrate the hard work of every person in the workforce. The platform provides a gauge score to employees based on their reliability, trustworthiness, and performance. Gage's go-to-market strategy includes both a sales approach targeting mid to large enterprises and an organic approach with end users. The platform is primarily focused on the hourly workforce and younger generations who are not active on LinkedIn. Gage aims to become an industry standard and a language within businesses, where employees' gauge scores determine their pay and opportunities.Chapters00:00 - Introduction and Background of Justin Henshaw05:26 - Pitching Gage: The Universal Employment Recognition System08:03 - The Name and Relevance of Gage08:55 - Justin Henshaw's Entrepreneurial Background09:55 - Funding and Future Plans for Gage11:07 - Ownership and Privacy of Employment Data on Gage13:30 - Engagement and Communication on Gage14:58 - Building Community and Connection on Gage15:55- Interface and User Experience on Gage16:36 - Joining a New Company on Gage19:02 - The Gauge Score: A Measure of Reliability and Trustworthiness20:34 - Go-to-Market Strategy: Sales Approach and Organic Growth22:41 - Targeting the Hourly Workforce and Younger Generations27:07 - Becoming an Industry Standard for Employee RecognitionKeywordsGage, employment recognition system, engagement community, shift workers, hourly workers, employment data, portable employment record, community, connection, engagement, rewards, motivation, retention, employee engagement, gauge score, go-to-market strategy, competition, integrations, pricing model, ultimate goal

This week, the boys are covering a ton of news. Hackajob impresses, while Axel Springer is considering spinning off its digital classifieds division, which includes StepStone and Aviv Group. Deel keeps winning with its latest acquisition of Hofy, while Lattice's decision to treat AI agents as employees fell flat with Netizens. DEI took a big hit with the disbanding of Microsoft's diversity and inclusion team and SHRM deleting "equity" from its messaging. Plus, how do you take your Skyline Chili?Chapters00:00 - Introduction05:13 - Hackajob's new AI integration 06:55 - Richard Simmons Tribute08:36 - Free Stuff10:59 - RecFest Announcement12:21 - Redbox Liquidation14:17 - Axel Springer Rum Springer18:08 - Deal Acquires Hofy24:13 - Lattice AI Controversy29:10 - Microsoft Dumps DEI 44:15 - Skyline Chili #1KeywordsAxel Springer, spin-off, digital classifieds, StepStone, Aviv Group, media assets, restructuring, European strategy, acquisition, remote office equipment management, payroll provider, AI agents, employees, diversity and inclusion, fast food chains, Skyline Chili, In-N-Out, Whataburger, Hattie B's, Lattice.

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.

Companies are hearing all of the efficiencies they can enjoy by using large language models (LLM) but have no clue where to start. Luckily, Adam Gordon, cofounder at Poetry, can answer some of those questions for TA leaders and recruiters while Chad & Cheese can attest to LLMs integrated into podcasting platforms. If you're new to LLMs, and using solutions like ChatGPT, or you're a seasoned pro, this episode is for you.

In this episode, the boys interview Angela Cheng-Cimini, the CHRO at Harvard Business Publishing, about hyper-individualization in the workplace. They discuss the importance of meeting employees where they are and providing a personalized employee experience. They also explore the impact of COVID-19 on workplace flexibility and the shift towards remote work. The conversation covers topics such as pay transparency, career progression, and the role of managers in shaping the employee experience. Angela emphasizes the need for organizations to adapt to the changing expectations of employees and create a culture of belonging and growth.Chapters00:00 - Introduction and Welcome03:00 - Hyper Individualization: Meeting Employees Where They Are05:12 - Pay Transparency and Pay Equity08:35 - Career Progression: Making It Visible and Accessible13:07 - The Changing Attitudes Towards Becoming a Manager21:30 - Navigating Politics in the Workplace23:37 - The Challenges and Importance of Midline LeadersKeywordshyper-individualization, workplace flexibility, remote work, pay transparency, career progression, managers, employee experience, culture

In this episode, the boys discuss various topics including LinkedIn ad performance, Google's facial recognition technology, and the rise of AI-powered relationships. They explore the effectiveness of LinkedIn ads compared to other platforms like LinkedIn and X, highlighting the superior targeting, reach, and quality of ads on Meta platforms. Start-up Quantum Rise looks to take advantage of the growing trend of companies needing help figuring out AI technologies and onboarding them all in a smart way. The conversation then shifts to the ethical implications of facial recognition technology - highlighting Google doing it to their employees - with concerns about privacy, government surveillance, and potential misuse of biometric data. Finally, they delve into the growing trend of AI-powered relationships and the impact it may have on human connections and the workforce.Takeaways Meta platforms offer superior targeting, reach, and ad quality compared to LinkedIn Facial recognition technology raises concerns about privacy and government surveillance AI-powered relationships may impact human connections and the workforce Companies should consider the ethical implications of adopting AI tech Chapters00:00 - Introduction and Episode Overview09:43 - LinkedIn Ads vs. Meta: The Battle for Ad Performance23:19 - The Ethical Dilemma of Facial Recognition Technology29:34 - The Rise of AI-Powered Relationships and Its Impact on Human Connections35:18 - The Future Workforce: Navigating the Challenges of AI and AutomationKeywordsLinkedIn ads, Meta, X, twitter, Google, Quantum rise, Ireland, Recfest, Lord Nat Wei, Thisway Global, facial recognition technology, privacy, AI-powered relationships, workforce

In this episode, Chad and Cheese, joined by Matt Alder, brave the typical Scottish weather from the comfort of a van parked on North Berwick Beach. The appalling weather and fog set the scene for a hilariously insightful discussion on the future of talent acquisition. Expect plenty of snark as they navigate topics like AI’s inevitable takeover, the rapid pace of tech evolution, and why you should never trust two American whiskey fans with a 14th-century spiral staircase.They also humorously lament the state of recruitment tech, with Joel dreaming of a pub on the infamous Bass Rock (spoiler: there isn’t one), and Chad promising topless glass legions that never materialize. Enjoy laughs and sharp predictions on AI’s impact, the commoditization of ATSs, and how small companies might leapfrog industry giants by embracing new tech faster.Tune in for a rollercoaster of insights and laughs, all served with a side of Scottish rain. Don’t miss this unique blend of tech talk and travel tales from HR’s most irreverent voices.

On this special episode, The Chad & Cheese team up with our pal and fellow podcaster Matt Alder, who, in true Scooby-Doo fashion, rented a camper van for our East Coast tour. First stop? Glenkinchie Distillery in the Scottish Lowlands. Because, of course, in Scotland the best way to start the day is with some whiskey.After the tour we whip out the mics and dive into a Tru Glasgow briefing, topics like whether resumes are finally six feet under, upskilling, kids deciding their careers (because they totally know what they want), and whether the US and Europe are finally sharing the same recruiting woes.Big shoutout to Matt, our Scottish pals, and the sponsors of both Tru Glasgow and Tru Edinburgh:DAXTRA TECHNOLOGIESASHBYSOLUTIONS DRIVENGIGGED.AIWILLOand POETRYSlàinte Mhath!PODCAST TRANSCRIPTION COMETH 

They boys are talkin' CareerBuilder and Monster merging this week. The deal is expected to close in Q3 and is subject to regulatory approvals. This merger comes as both companies have faced challenges in recent years, with CareerBuilder being sold off in pieces by Apollo and Monster struggling to revive its brand under Randstad's guidance. It remains to be seen how this merger will impact the job board industry and the competition with Indeed, LinkedIn and others.They also talk about Phenom's acquisition of Tidy and its implications for the applicant tracking system space. The conversation then shifts to LinkedIn's new AI features and the controversy surrounding them, as well as the emergence of Unikon.ai as a potential competitor to LinkedIn in India. Finally, they discuss a lawsuit in Florida challenging a new law that raises the age requirement for strippers, er, adult entertainment workers.Chapters00:00 - CareerBuilder and Monster Merger17:09 - Challenges and Timing18:03 - Impact on the Job Board Industry19:50 - Competition with Indeed and LinkedIn20:02 - Apollo's Strategy20:52 - Monster's Struggle27:55 - Phenom's Expansion into the ATS Space34:42 - LinkedIn's AI Features40:07- -Unikon: A Competitor to LinkedIn45:23 - Challenging Florida's Law on Adult Entertainment WorkersKeywordsCareerBuilder, Monster, merger, Apollo Global Management, job board, acquisition, staffing, competition, Indeed, LinkedIn, Monster, StepStone, acquisition, Phenom, Tidy, applicant tracking system, LinkedIn, AI features, Unikon, professional networking, Florida, strip clubs, adult entertainment workers

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.