How employers work with vendors, why even small businesses need data and technology’s role in keeping everybody happy.

One of the key themes from my conversations with TA practitioners on the podcast this year has been the importance of flexibility and agility. This isn't surprising, as we seem to be bouncing between panic mass hiring and panic mass layoffs faster than ever when it comes to in-house recruiting teams. This situation can't be sustainable! However, opportunity always comes out of chaos, and outsourcing to achieve the flexibility needed in these disruptive times is certainly something on the radar of many employers. So how are RPOs evolving to meet the current market conditions, and what might the future of TA function look like? My guest this week is Don Farr, Managing Director North America at Talent Works. Don is a highly experienced previous Head of Talent Acquisition and is the perfect person to talk to about the future relationship between TA and RPO. In the interview, we discuss: Talent Acquisition challenges for 2024 The evolution of RPO since the pandemic Hybrid, customized and project-based. RPOs versus Agencies Implementation and Onboarding Innovating with technology What will the TA Team of the future look like? Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

🎙️ In this engaging episode of The Inclusive AF Podcast, hosts Jackye Clayton and Katee Van Horn sit down with Dr. Carol Parker Walsh to delve into the power of authenticity, emotional intelligence, and inclusive leadership in the modern workplace. 🌟 Dr. Walsh, an executive leadership consultant and advocate for women and women of color in organizations, brings her expertise to the table, sharing insights on reframing executive presence, creating psychological safety, and integrating technology without losing human connection. 🌍 Join the conversation about embracing authenticity at work, challenging traditional molds of behavior, and promoting inclusivity in hiring and leadership practices. Hear personal experiences, expert advice, and discussions on the importance of grace, empathy, and creating spaces for individuals to be their true selves. #InclusiveLeadership #AuthenticityAtWork #EmotionalIntelligence #GraceInLeadership #CulturalChange #InclusiveWorkplaces #DiversityAndInclusion #PsychologicalSafety #TechAndHumanConnection #EmpowerWomen Don't miss out on this thought-provoking discussion – tune in now! 🎧

Gen Senior Customer Advisor Leigh Miller dives into the company's latest benchmarking results.

Recorded live at the HR Tech Conference from the Fuel50 booth in Las Vegas, Chad & Cheese sit down for a candid conversation with Philip Dur, co-founder of Peakspan Capital. They discuss partnering with growth-stage companies post-product market fit, offering domain expertise and capital. Dur also highlights focus, talent, and scalability challenges for startups on our space, and they also delve into investment strategies, avoiding trendy markets, focusing on high-impact solutions, and foreseeing societal responsibility in HR tech. To learn more about Fuel50, visit https://fuel50.com.

This week: How jobs could be impacted by AI, employees experience continued burnout, and more.

Recorded live at the HR Tech Conference from the Fuel50 booth in Las Vegas, Chad & Cheese interview Doug Shagham, Head of People Data and Insights at Johnson & Johnson. Shagam shares his unconventional journey from aspiring drummer to data analytics, emphasizing the power of people analytics and storytelling in HR. He discusses integrating multiple HR platforms, democratizing data, and shaping J&J's talent acquisition. Highlighting their J&J Learn program, he explores skills inference, employee growth, and the significance of sharing the company's vision with its workforce. Shagham's insights reflect the intersection of data, technology, and employee experience in HR. To learn more about Fuel50, visit https://fuel50.com.

Employer Value Propositions are potent tools that attract talent, retain talent, and shape the future of organizations. However, we don't talk about EVPS enough, and they are regularly confused with Employer Brands when they are discussed. So, what are the benefits of an effective EVP, and do you define one? My guest this week is Vicki Saunders, Founder of The EVP Consultancy. Vicki is a highly experienced expert in this field and has worked on EVPs in-house at Currys, BAE Systems, and Boots. She has a vast amount of knowledge to share, and this is an absolutely must-listen episode. In the interview, we discuss: The difference between EVP, Employer Branding, and Recruitment Marketing The value to employers of an effective EVP Strategic workforce planning and building the future of the organization Supporting DE&I Where should the responsibility for EVP sit? Authentic, Differentiated, Resonating, and Future Focused Pillars are proof points. Measurement Internal Comms and Employee Experience The role of technology Anticipating the future and evolving Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Can't get no satisfaction with those other podcasts? Well, you've come to the right place. This week was one helluva news cycle, including an 'F bomb' from our favorite billionaire nut job, Elon Musk, to go along with a job board launch out of Twitter, er, X. Spoiler alert: Indeed's probably not losing a lot of sleep over it, but if employers don't want jobs on a platform with antisemitic content, they may want to pay attention. (Talkin' to you, too, Appcast.) Plus, Amazon is officially in the ChatGPT competition game, with something HR should be paying attention to, LinkedIn has finally figured out it can make money in healthcare, unions keep winning, and Machine Gun Kelly is hoping to poach NFL star Travis Kelce back to his hometown Cleveland. Who says you can't always get what you want? Not our listeners. We even throw in some AARP-inspired "Help, I've fallen and I can't get up" jokes to talk about The Rolling Stones recent ticket pre-sale on AARP's website. Don't want to spoil it for you, but the computer screen was 'painted black' for a lot of would-be ticket buyers.

This week on TRF we cover: Another trip, another band - Shelley and Brook are off to see The 1975 Serge must protest as the lead singer is now on Taylor Swift's long list of x-lovers. In the News    Elon cant help himself, throwing daggers at Linked In as X tries their hand at being a job board  Union Drama Queen gets in a snit over TFWs coming to build an EV battery plant in Windsor ON; he seems to think Canada has an extra 1600 unemployed technical experts just sitting on their hands. Easier said than done, using express entry to fill the huge demand for Truck drivers in an industry that is rotten with bad actors like Driver Inc. Tip of the Week Recruiters looking for a recession proof industry to specialize in? Start building a talent pool of electricians.  Recruiting Insights The best 2 places to start on your recruitment marketing journey. Google Analytics will give you a solid understanding of traffic and using Tableau to dashboard your analytics.  The 12 system features to look for in an ATS, our top picks are integration, user friendly interface and bonus points for pre-boarding and on-boarding features. A positive outlook for 2024. Employ survey says 61% of TA Leaders see increased budgets next year.

We talk about how recruiting’s changed in recent years, and look at changing workforce dynamics.

AI is a game changer for talent acquisition, and as we start to move from the hype phase to the doing phase, its potential capabilities and current limitations are becoming more apparent. So what can and can't AI do for talent acquisition right now, and how will things develop in the future? My guest this week is Mona Khalil, Senior Manager Data Science at Greenhouse. As well as building AI into their products, Greenhouse has done extensive research with both TA leaders and job seekers to understand the potential positive and negative impacts of generative AI on recruiting. In the interview, we discuss: Current talent market challenges Employer uptake of generative AI Reducing bias versus codifying bias Levels of nuance in decision-making Parsing and normalizing candidate data Are employers monitoring AI effectively? Asking vendors the right questions about their AI integrations How do candidates feel about AI? What does the future look like Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

The Dutch Trump is something we never thought would be uttered on our podcast, yet here we are. This episode of The Chad & Cheese Podcast (Does Europe) starts with a lesson in European politics and the rise of mini-Trumps around the in places like Italy, France and, yes, Holland. That's followed by a breakdown of recent tech news, including London-born startup Artisan and it's AI, named Ava, raising funds, Ukraine's Jooble quietly winning and Spain's Manuel making moves on Paradox's Olivia (Is she interested? We discuss.) Then it's off to startup land where companies are refocused on retention and pay equity in light of higher interest rates and a dead IPO market. From there, it's off to Deutschland where a recession has led Europe's largest economy to rethink immigration ... assuming you're the "right" kind of immigrant, of course. Chad opines that "there's too many stupid humans" in the world. He's not talking about our listeners, of course. Enjoy this wunderbar episode.

How could the boys head to Europe for UNLEASH World and not get a hot take on the current state of the continent when it comes to the world of work? European businesses like Personio, HiBob, Job&Talent and others are shaking things up, and it goes both ways with the likes of Appcast reshaping European stalwarts like Stepstone. That's why we invited Hendrik Schmahl, Partner at EY in Berlin to the Textkernel booth for a chat. Schmahl is busy leading the consulting practice advancing HR transformation and digitization, but found some time for Chad & Cheese. If you're looking for a different take on how things are evolving in Europe, and particularly in Germany, then this interview is a must.

As we come to the end of another interesting year, I know that many of you will be looking towards 2024 and planning for the new year ahead. One of the best things about 2023 for me has been the opportunity to get back on stage and start presenting again. I've spoken at prominent industry events, including The HR Technology Conference in the US and The CIPD Annual Conference in the UK, and delivered talks and workshops for several employers. Back in September, I spoke at the ATAP Global TA Day about the future of Talent Acquisition, and I'm delighted to be able to share the audio of my presentation as this week's podcast. If you're unfamiliar with ATAP, it is short for The Association of Talent Acquisition Professionals, and they do some great work around standards and training in the industry. Their website is here, and you can get a 50% membership discount using the code ATAP50 before the end of the year. In my presentation, I talk about: Why we can't predict the future but how we can have strategic foresight Three Forces Shaping Talent Acquisition Three Critical Trends for 2024 Practical steps you can take right now to stay ahead of the curve Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts

Thanksgiving week means it's time for our annual Jive Turkeys edition of the podcast. This year, the boys take on Twitter's failed hiring platform after Elon Musk's acquisition, Kid Rock's inconsistent behavior and impact on Bud Light, Grindr and Xing's questionable shifts into job matching, Joonko's collapse due to unethical practices, and OpenAI's leadership upheaval with Sam Altman and Greg Brockman quitting abruptly. Next up: iCIMS' CEO's sudden resignation of Brian Provost, and Silk Road's rebranding to Rival-HR ... this after multiple leadership changes. It's a fun-filled episode of industry missteps, unethical behavior and sudden, drastic changes within these companies or individuals ... ultimately labeling them as our Jive Turkeys for 2023. Gobble! Gobble!

This week on TRF we cover: Like politics and religion, no one agrees on music. If you want to keep the peace, don't debate someone’s taste in music.  Mentoring with The Forum, Shelley is excited to give back to Women entrepreneurs who are early in their journey.  In the news HOT TAKES on the drama unfolding at OpenAI.  Tip of the Week Open Hiring is an honest solution when considering your entire workforce. No one size fits all when it comes to interview or not to interview before hiring.  Recruiting Insights Forrester’s predictions for 2024 with AI maturing on the employer side and applicant side. Grab the popcorn and watch which big name firm will be the first to hire a non-existant candidate Wyndham Hotels & Resorts put AI to good and ethical use.  New hires keep looking. In fact 6 months into a new job almost 40% are planning their escape. An easy fix is onboarding.  Growth by acquisition works well, so long as there is a solid plan in place to merge the new people into the company.  No connection between an employee’s age and their remote work preference. Survey says, consider the nature of the role and individual preferences. Sounds like management’s worst nightmare. 

The overhiring in the technology sector at the end of the pandemic, the resulting layoffs, and the knock-on effects on talent acquisition have been well-documented this year. However, big tech isn't the only area where this has happened. Other talent markets have also been through a similar journey. So how can employers hire more sustainably, and what new talent strategies are companies adopting to build more flexibility? My guest this week is Carina Clingman, Founder and CEO of Recruitomics, a talent consultancy working with start-ups and scale-ups in the Biotech industry. The Biotech industry has had a big issue with overhiring in the last few years. Carina has some insights on sustainable hiring models, which are also relevant in many other sectors. In the interview, we discuss: The changing talent marketing in Biotech Challenging for scaling companies Aligning talent strategies with business goals Fractional hiring Understanding candidate motivations Balancing growth with sustainable hiring The dangers of overhiring What can larger employers learn from start-ups and scale-ups Total talent thinking What is the future for recruiters? Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Recorded live at the HR Tech Conference from the Fuel50 booth in Las Vegas, this episode features Larry McAlister, a three-time CHRO and author. We discuss his book "The Power to Transform," which serves as a field guide for building a human-centered, tech-enabled work culture. The episode also covers various topics, including the importance of HR technology, the need for HR professionals to embrace technology, and the impact of generative AI on the industry. Larry emphasizes the importance of self-care for job seekers and offers advice on how to make oneself more marketable in the evolving job market. The podcast also touches on the potential ethical issues and risks associated with AI in recruiting. Larry can be found on LinkedIn or at his website, LarryMcAlisterBook.com, and his book is available on Amazon. To learn more about Fuel50, visit https://fuel50.com.

This week in HR Tech: Salary.com acquires HCR Software, Infor joins forces with DailyPay, and more.

The world is a volatile place. Inflation, conflict, elections and AI, to name a few, have meant a lot of things in business are taking a pause. Mergers and acquisitions are no exception. However, things are still moving, and signs of new life are everywhere. That's why we invited Georgios Markikus, managing partner at Venero Capital Advisors to the Textkernel booth in Paris at UNLEASH World to chat about the state of M&A. From the recent Clevy acquisition by Fountain to the current thawing of markets to how hungry private equity is at the moment to make things happen. Turns out, there's a lot of dry powder out there, which not only makes this interview interesting, but necessary for anyone who makes their living in workforce businesses.

This week on TRF We cover: Refreshed and tanned, Serge shares his skin care secrets and the live free or die culture that is Florida.  In the News Apple pulls a fast one on Immigration and pays the price, is $25 million enough?  Not falling for the drama around Christmas hiring, let’s unpack the reality. ZipRecruiter and Indeed feel the drop in paid advertising again in their quarterly results. Ontario is on top of the bad actors in the staffing industry by requiring licenses and guarantees.  BC boldly goes where other provinces will follow, as of November 1 all employers must post pay ranges.  Tip Of The Week Recruiting events and how to get the most out of participating - should you choose to participate - be intentional.  Recruiting Insights A Tech Recruiter for Meta does the humble brag on why it's so easy to attract talent, starting with their perks.  Hiring strategy - applications vs sourcing. We are no further ahead after all this time and effort to build a candidate pipeline.  Recruiter skills for 2024, some are classic along with a few new ones. Cultural Intelligence makes the list. 

Three and a half years on from the first pandemic lockdowns, the debate about returning to the office still rages on. However, despite all the noise this year, as some large well-known companies tried yet again to force their employees back to the office, many employers have embraced the reality of remote and hybrid and are working hard to adjust and deal with the challenges of having a distributed workforce.  Culture and connection are often cited as reasons companies want to bring people back to their offices, particularly when supporting the new generation entering the workforce. So, what are remote and hybrid organizations doing to address these challenges without invoking a mandatory return to the office?  My guest this week is Dena Singleton, Chief People Officer at Kajabi. Kajabi strongly focuses on developing its culture and building connections within its organization, and Dina has some excellent advice to share. In the interview, we discuss: The unique market that Kajabi serves TA challenges Job vs Opportunities Building culture and connection Foster community Supporting the new generation in the workforce Onboarding The impact of AI on the talent function The future of work Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

King Kong vs. Godzilla. Rocky vs. Apollo Creed. Democrat vs. Republican. People love a good showdown, and the world of work is no different. This week's show highlights the trending conflicts between Google against OpenAI, Deel against Rippling, RTO against WFH, Labor against Capital ... and most importantly, Elon against Everybody. Beyond that, the boys are talkin' layoffs at Beamery, Josh Bersin's Galileo™, and Twitter ... er, X's new job search design. With Thanksgiving in America right around the corner, consider this week's show a solid appetizer for what's sure to be an overrated meal of dry turkey, runny potatoes, and undercooked stuffing.

The last 18 months have seen colossal talent market disruption in the tech industry, with large-scale layoffs continuing as the companies attempt to rebalance after a post-pandemic hiring frenzy. So how has this ongoing disruption affected start-up and scale-up businesses in the tech sector, and what lessons could the wider talent acquisition community learn from the way talent strategies are being reshaped My guest this week is Lorraine Buhannic, SVP & Head of Talent at VC firm Juxtapose. Lorraine advises Juxtapose's portfolio companies on the talent strategies they need to hire, develop and retain high-performing talent in these very volatile times.  In the interview, we discuss: Current market challenges Recruiting CEOs Developing a board-level community of talent Why talent is even more critical in a downturn The compression of middle management The long-term implications of losing experienced managers Why the most interesting jobs are often at early-stage companies Removing silos in the talent function The impact of leadership on hiring and retention What does the future look like Subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts.

They care more about results than how things operate under the hood.

If rubbernecking pertained to podcasts, this one might be at the top of the list. It's just one car crash after another, and you'll find it hard to look away as you figuratively drive by. Whether it's Stepstone stepping in it, again, or Xing thinking the job board business is a good pivot from its failed attempt at taking on LinkedIn, we have you covered. Appetite for destruction not quenched? Then how about an all-Sell round of Buy-or-Sell, that'll have you in stitches. In fact, it got so bad, it turned into a commercial for one of House of HR's businesses. Gotta love Lieven for always talking us off the ledge. Call your therapist, or grab a beer, at least, and tune in now.

This week: SilkRoad's new name and product, Engagedly acquires communications app, and more.

Transforming TA into a strategic function that can prove its long-term value to the business has been a critical topic on the show this year.  AI, uneven talent markets and challenging economic factors continue to cause widespread market disruption, and TA leaders need to drive their function in a more strategic direction. As we race towards 2024, I will continue to seek out strategic thinkers who can share the insights we need to move the industry forward. My guest this week is Marcel Rütten. Marcel is a consultant, author, podcaster, conference organiser and former Global TA Leader who knows what it takes to build a highly strategic TA function. In the interview, we discuss: Talent market trends Proving TA's strategic importance to the C-Suite Aligning TA strategy with business strategy Uncovering the real issues in hiring and retention Tools and technologies Root cause analysis  The balance between time, cost and quality Using data to analyse candidate behaviour What impact will generative AI have on talent acquisition What will recruiting look like in 5 years? Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

The impact data can have on business outcomes, and what's involved with AI, data and automation.

It's earnings season, which means our show's usual suspects are opening up the books and showing off their numbers. Unfortunately, unless your name is Upwork, Uber and DoorDash - darlings of the gig economy - the numbers aren't all that exciting. Spoiler alert: Indeed, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter and Dice disappointed pretty much every shareholder. While job sites are losing, however, labor continue to win in light of the recent UAW smackdown of Detroit's Big Three. In addition to carmakers, airlines are getting in on the act, and don't be surprised if more segments start blowing up, thanks to so much China hating going on at the moment in the West. What's more? Google for Jobs keeps evolving, RTO policies keep sucking, especially for mental health disabilities and challenges and Russia continues to ruin everything. This is why we can't have nice things, but at least we still have podcasts like this one to spread joy around the world.

This week on TRF we cover: Work from anywhere, Serge takes the family to Florida to visit Peppa Pig Land, LegoLand and Disneyworld. Now he needs a vacation from his vacation. Something is terribly broken if we have Cyber Security professionals driving Ubers In The News WeWork goes bankrupt, the fall from an $50BB valuation to $3BB in debt.  Software Engineer. Rug Doctor. Alberta’s engineering governing body loses their argument base on public safety. Ontario employers are now required to disclose pay ranges on the job ads.  As of December 1, Canadian experience requirements will be barred for more than 30 occupational and licensing bodies as a requirement in licensing. Tip of the Week Hiring for ‘fit’. A cloak for discrimination and puts up more barriers for job seekers. Challenge your Hiring Managers to define ‘fit’. Recruiting Insights Hot tea! 45% of HR pros cant wait to spill the tea on employees with their family and friends. More like 70% Trends to impact recruiting in 2024 - we may be over thinking what AI really is. Tone deaf and ego filled opinion, Nolan Church shows how out of touch a former Google recruiter can be.

The rapid development of AI and the increasing sophistication of skills-based hiring methodologies are two potent forces shaping the future of talent acquisition.  So what kind of future can we look forward to, and will we see the increase in talent mobility and the decrease in bias that we need to make hiring more equitable and ensure employers have better access to the talent they need? My guest this week is Ben Porr, Chief Customer Officer at Harver. Ben is a highly experienced I/O psychologist who has been working to reduce bias in the hiring process. Ben's knowledge and experience have given him expert insights that can help us understand what the future of talent acquisition looks like when you combine the power of AI with the potential of skills-based hiring. In the interview, we discuss: The biggest challenges in the talent market Bottlenecks in the hiring process The evolution of skills-based hiring Increasing talent mobility Strategies to reduce bias Combing pieces of evidence  Does AI increase or decrease bias? AI as a job creation tool How can talent acquisition better use data What does the future look like, and how quickly will the recruiter's role change? Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

ADP introduced a construction-industry service, and more HR technology news.

Talent Acquisition is in a state of fast-accelerating disruption, and it has never been more critical for TA leaders to demonstrate the strategic value of their function. However, in the current volatile environment, many organisations are still struggling to get the essential elements of recruiting right. So what should TA teams be focusing on to make sure they are fit for purpose in an uncertain future? My guests this week are Kurt Bridge and Christian Le Loux from Macramé Consulting. Kurt and Christian are both highly experienced TA Leaders. They have much advice to share on building the right foundations for talent acquisition and implementing effective data-driven recruiting. In the interview, we discuss: How do TA Teams innovate Fractional leadership and scalability Building a foundation to be strategic Operating models, workflows and experience What is data-driven recruiting? Proving strategic value to the organisation Combating short-termism What will TA look like in the future? Listen to this podcast in Apple Podcasts.

The future path of remote work, and how AI fits in.

Things tend to get a little kooky around Halloween, which the world celebrated this week, and the news around work was a bit discombobulated too. Our eighty-something president laid down an executive order regarding AI regulation, labor unions struck a big blow to The Big Three, and LinkedIn cuddled up to frenemies like Beamery, Eightfold, and Radancy. Plus, OnlyFans-inspired dismissals strike the same school twice, and an epic duel of Who'd Ya' Rather pitting Yourco's David against Traba's Goliath. The boys even throw in some KFC rejection letter entertainment, brought to you by social media, and the demise of WeWork. Thanks, internet!

This week on TRF we cover: The reality of her first corporate job and having to endure a long daily commute sent a TikTok viral this week.   Recruiter Nation report had some interesting findings plus some things stayed the same. In the News Stepstone the dominant job board in Europe, did a 5% employee reduction.  The major Canadian banks are undergoing layoffs. Always seen as stable and still showing record breaking profits, it appears that letting people go is cheaper than upskilling them.  Tip of the Week Ditch your outdated BDI interview questions. Research shows that 75% of hiring managers have added little phrases to their question that beg the candidate to fabricate an answer. Recruiting Insights Puffed up job titles to make the job appear sexier may seem like a clever way to attract GenZ candidates, it is a deeply flawed approach. Never underestimate the revenge factor. Some sage advice before you decide to target your competitor’s people. Who lies on their resume or in the interview most, turns 85% of those with masters or PhDs will lie. 

AI and recruiting have been extensively discussed this year in podcasts, blogs, conferences, webinars and LinkedIn posts. However, the one angle I've not seen covered is what it is like to recruit for AI professionals.  Such a new industry means a severe shortage of experienced talent, and AI companies must work hard to outsmart their talent market competition. My guest this week is Lauren Saltus, a Senior Recruiter at Runway, an AI research company focused on the creative sectors. In our conversation, Lauren shares her experience of refocusing to become a specialist AI recruiter and discusses some of the critical factors that influence talent in this area. There are some great insights here, not just for AI recruiting but for anyone who is operating in a market where there is a significant skill shortage. In the interview, we discuss: The current state of tech recruiting and why AI recruiting is different Accelerator programs to develop deeper talent pipelines Creating a research brand to attract talent Individual managers as talent magnets Diverse hiring, bias and recruiting people with untraditional backgrounds Training AI on diverse datasets What is the future for recruiters? Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Round 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. Episode mentioned in this Round Up: Ep 557: The Complexity of Talent Acquisition Ep 558: Making Talent Acquisition Magical Ep 559: Wellness, Culture, Recruiting and Retention Ep 560: Hiring For The Future Ep 561: Building The Foundations Of Skills-Based Hiring Ep 562: Vulnerability At Work Ep 563: How Will AI Change TA? (Live at RecFest) Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

How changes in hiring have impacted employer brands.

Employee retention. Ever heard of it? It’s kind of a big deal. See, employers would rather hold on to the existing crop of workers than have to go back to the well year after year. Ever heard of the gaming industry? Yeah, it’s kind of a big deal too, and hold onto those employees are particularly tricky. Good thing we ran into Madeline Laurano, the founder and chief analyst of Aptitude Research, while we were in Paris at Unleash, because she actually gave a presentation on the topic and decided to hangout with your boys in the Textkernel booth for some knowledge droppin’. 

Do employees really care if it's AI behind a solution?

Did you happen to catch ERIN at the SHRM show this summer? If you did, you’re probably wearing a Chad & Cheese T-shirt right now. You also probably learned about a start-up in the employee referral space who just raised millions for their business. In case you missed it, employers say referrals are their No. 1 source of hire. For these reasons alone, we had to invite Mike Stafiej, CEO at ERIN, on the show to break it all down for us. We also make fun of Cardboard Chad. Confused, gotta listen.

This time last year, most of us hadn't heard of generative AI, but it has dominated our industry discourse in 2024. The dramatic emergence of generative AI has illustrated how fast disruption is accelerating and has made us think deeply about the future of talent acquisition. Back in July at RecFest, Tony de Graaf, Global Director of Hiring Success at SmartRecruiters, invited me to join him for a fireside chat about the potential impact of generative AI on TA. Even though three months is a long time in AI, this is still a very relevant discussion where we attempted to unpick what is happening and understand how AI is shaping the future of talent acquisition. In the interview, we discuss: The AI hype cycle Does AI take away tasks or jobs? The pressure for change that is coming from the top of organizations Strategic workforce planning and hiring for future skills Moving from being operational to being strategic The transformation of marketing Democratized access to technology Is this the end of recruiting norms that we take for granted? Being relentlessly open-minded and questioning everything The future workforce talent and skills crisis Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

It's Halloween time again, and as usual, this episode is full of tricks and treats from the world of work. We're talkin' layoffs at Bullhorn and Nomad Health, Radancy acquiring Brazen, Employment Hero claiming unicorn status and more. What's more, you ask? How about Amazon introducing human-like robots into its warehouses and Cruise driverless cars getting pinched by the government regulators. The biggest trick of all probably goes to all the Return-to-Office mandates dropping on the heads of unsuspecting workers, like moms and the disabled. Of course, we end on a treat, talkin' about adult film star Riley Reid's new AI girlfriend app, that promises to be as naughty as you want her to be ... virtually, of course. Carve a pumpkin, grab a glass of witch's brew and enjoy this week's episode of HR's most dangerous podcast.

This week on TRF we cover: Not a fan of horror movies, we discover Serge’s childhood trauma from the “My Buddy” doll.  In the news In a bold move, Radancy acquires Brazen, we give our take on what this means for the industry. IBM’s CEO walks back his bold statement about how AI will replace roles.  Canada takes first place as the top dream job destination. Tip of the Week Candidates who bomb the interview doesn't mean they aren't great at what they do. Keep the type of role in mind before you judge their interview skills.  Recruiting Insights Time to Alignment - new metric or new name for a best practice in recruiting? Taking a closer look into this will serve you well. More insights from the candidate interview experience published by Greenhouse, 24% of candidates get their interview advice from TikTok. Well that explains alot!

Using the tools employees use in their work to get a sense of engagement.