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The Breakthrough Hiring Show: Recruiting and Talent Acquisition Conversations

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Oct 3, 2024 • 49min

EP 155: Unlocking AI-Driven Talent Sourcing with Juicebox CEO David Paffenholz

James Mackey and Elijah Elkins speak with David Paffenholz, CEO of Juicebox, about their AI-powered talent sourcing platform. David shares how Juicebox significantly improves sourcing and hiring outcomes, enables collaboration between recruiters and hiring managers, and provides real-time talent insights to hone in on sourcing criteria.  With over 500 customers across agency and in-house recruiting teams, Juicebox is shaping the future of talent acquisition. David was kind enough to share a 15% discount code for our audience! BRKTHRU15 Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Sep 26, 2024 • 26min

EP 154: Strategies for the new age of tech hiring with Steve Bartel, Founder & CEO of Gem

In this episode, host James Mackey, CEO of SecureVision RPO, and Steve Bartel, Founder & CEO of Gem, uncover the latest trends and strategies reshaping tech recruitment. Steven also shares insights on Gem's acquisition of InterviewPlanner, highlighting its role in building an all-in-one hiring platform.0:00 Roles in high demand in the tech industry8:01 Effective recruitment strategies for hard-to-fill roles18:25 Integrated interview scheduling  Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Sep 24, 2024 • 47min

EP 153: Skill-based hiring and AI's role in evolving talent acquisition with Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse

Join host James Mackey and Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse as they discuss skill-based hiring, emphasizing the shift from traditional qualifications to assessing candidates based on their capabilities. They highlight the benefits of this approach, such as broader talent pools and internal career development. They also explore the consolidation of recruiting tech, noting the trend towards all-in-one solutions and strategic partnerships. AI's role in talent acquisition is debated, with a focus on its potential to enhance job descriptions and interview processes, while acknowledging regulatory and bias risks.0:00 Skill-based hiring 9:39 The evolution of job skills15:13 Evolving buyer needs in recruiting tech21:30 Strategic partnerships in recruiting tech28:54 LinkedIn integration and AI in recruiting34:11 AI filtering in recruiting tech37:21 The Future of recruiting technology44:29 Machine Learning for evaluation in recruiting Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Sep 19, 2024 • 41min

EP 152: Beyond Automation: Exploring AI's impact on hiring strategies with Babblebots.ai CEO, Roli Gupta

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Babblebots.ai CEO, Roli Gupta in our special series on AI for Hiring.They explore how the Babblebots.ai tool efficiently interviews, screens, and assesses candidates, cutting down time-to-hire and simplifying talent acquisition across industries. They also address the complexities of salary negotiations across different regions, offering insights into how large language models manage these nuances. Additionally, they discuss the importance of structured yet adaptable interview frameworks for ensuring unbiased evaluations.1:42 AI recruiter agent in action12:06 Understanding context in salary conversations16:52 Enhancing candidate interaction with AI27:00 Optimizing early candidate assessment with AI32:25 Innovative interview structure and future vision Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Sep 17, 2024 • 44min

EP 151: Innovative AI solutions for modern hiring with hollyhires.ai CEO, Jacob Claerhout

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host hollyhires.ai CEO, Jacob Claerhout in our special series on AI for Hiring.Jacob shares how his company is transforming recruitment with AI. Since its launch, Hollyhires has focused on automating candidate vetting, managing databases, and running personalized campaigns for staffing companies. He explains how AI boosts recruitment efficiency and quality, aiming to create a more balanced, value-driven process for both employers and candidates. 0:00 Jacob's journey and Hollyhires' origin10:48 AI Technology in staffing industry23:59 Future of AI in career management33:58 Future of AI in talent matching Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Sep 12, 2024 • 1h 5min

EP 150: AI solutions for modern hiring with Brainner’s Co-Founders, Fede Grinblat and Guillermo Gette

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Brainner’s Co-Founders, Fede Grinblat and Guillermo Gette, in our special series on AI for Hiring.They share their journey in developing an AI-powered resume screening tool designed to boost hiring efficiency. They discuss how Brainner helps recruiters make faster, fairer decisions by extracting key information from resumes and analyzing it based on predefined criteria. With features like dynamic weighting and ATS integration, the tool is tailored for talent acquisition managers and tech companies.0:00 Brainner’s generative AI for resume screening22:22 Developing an AI for criteria-based CV screening40:47 Enhancing ATS candidate filtering and analysis56:28 Navigating Bias in AI screening Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Sep 10, 2024 • 46min

EP 149: The evolution of recruitment software with Workable's CEO, Nikos Moraitakis

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Workable’s CEO, Nikos Moraitakis, in our special series on AI for Hiring.Nikos outlines the company's evolution from an ATS to a full-scale HR software solution. Discover how AI-driven tools are reshaping hiring processes—from resume screening to interview scheduling—empowering recruiters to work smarter. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Sep 5, 2024 • 38min

EP 148: AI voice agents and the evolution of recruitment with Kwal’s Co-Founder, David Tell

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 hiring14:08 Regulatory concerns and AI bias detection22:00 Future trends in AI hiring solutions27:00 Broader implications and market trends Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Sep 3, 2024 • 44min

EP 147: AI-Driven Interview Intelligence: Revolutionizing Recruitment with Mark Simpson, CEO of Pillar

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 Pillar13:03 Enhancing interview processes with AI21:40 Expanding interview intelligence across industries26:46 Future of AI in interviews38:13 Optimizing screening calls with AIBlog post: One In Four Interviews Are Biased Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!
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Aug 29, 2024 • 39min

EP 146: AI in Action: The blueprint for smarter hiring with the CEO of BrightHire

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 features10:49 Evaluating hiring decisions with BrightHire22:00 Customizing your hiring process with AI30:42 The technology behind BrightHire Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!

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