• EP 152: Beyond Automation: Exploring AI's impact on hiring strategies with Babblebots.ai CEO, Roli Gupta
    Sep 19 2024

    James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host 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 action

    12:06 Understanding context in salary conversations

    16:52 Enhancing candidate interaction with AI

    27:00 Optimizing early candidate assessment with AI

    32:25 Innovative interview structure and future vision


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    Our host James Mackey

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    41 mins
  • EP 151: Innovative AI solutions for modern hiring with hollyhires.ai CEO, Jacob Claerhout
    Sep 17 2024

    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' origin

    10:48 AI Technology in staffing industry

    23:59 Future of AI in career management

    33:58 Future of AI in talent matching


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    Our host James Mackey

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    44 mins
  • EP 150: AI solutions for modern hiring with Brainner’s Co-Founders, Fede Grinblat and Guillermo Gette
    Sep 12 2024

    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 screening

    22:22 Developing an AI for criteria-based CV screening

    40:47 Enhancing ATS candidate filtering and analysis

    56:28 Navigating Bias in AI screening





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    Our host James Mackey

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • EP 149: The evolution of recruitment software with Workable's CEO, Nikos Moraitakis
    Sep 10 2024

    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.


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    Our host James Mackey

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    46 mins
  • EP 148: AI voice agents and the evolution of recruitment with Kwal’s Co-Founder, David Tell
    Sep 5 2024

    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 hiring

    14:08 Regulatory concerns and AI bias detection

    22:00 Future trends in AI hiring solutions

    27:00 Broader implications and market trends


    Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible!


    Our host James Mackey

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    38 mins
  • EP 147: AI-Driven Interview Intelligence: Revolutionizing Recruitment with Mark Simpson, CEO of Pillar
    Sep 3 2024

    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 Pillar

    13:03 Enhancing interview processes with AI

    21:40 Expanding interview intelligence across industries

    26:46 Future of AI in interviews

    38:13 Optimizing screening calls with AI

    Blog post: One In Four Interviews Are Biased


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    Our host James Mackey

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    44 mins
  • EP 146: AI in Action: The blueprint for smarter hiring with the CEO of BrightHire
    Aug 29 2024

    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 features

    10:49 Evaluating hiring decisions with BrightHire

    22:00 Customizing your hiring process with AI

    30:42 The technology behind BrightHire


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    39 mins
  • EP 145: Exploring job market dynamics: non-competes, solo businesses, and work mindsets with Joel Lalgee
    Jul 16 2024

    Join host James Mackey and his guest Joel Lalgee, host of The Realest Recruiter, as they dissect the FTC proposal to ban non-competes, weighing its impact on businesses and employees. Discover the balance between protecting business interests and fostering employee freedom, and how emerging trends are reshaping the recruitment industry.

    0:00 Navigating non-compete agreements in hiring
    11:02 Challenges and ethics of non-compete agreements
    20:27 Shifts in work mindset and values
    25:45 Evolving work relationships and loyalty
    33:34 Building trust through authenticity and transparency
    39:25 Balancing company culture and business goals


    Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible!


    Our host James Mackey

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    52 mins