The Breakthrough Hiring Show
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Welcome to The Breakthrough Hiring Show! We are on a mission to help leaders make hiring a competitive advantage. Join our host, James Mackey, and guests as they discuss various topics, with episodes ranging from high-level thought leadership to the tactical implementation of process and technology. You will learn how to:- Shift your team's culture to a talent-first organization.- Develop..
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
2M ago
Join host James Mackey in an insightful conversation with Anton Boner, Co-Founder of Screenloop, as they discuss the creation of a groundbreaking ATS platform. From AI-powered recruitment to optimizing processes for hyper-growth companies, discover the keys to enhancing candidate experience, improving hiring metrics, and tackling biases in job descriptions.
Gain valuable on talent evaluation, compensation strategies, and the importance of employer branding in attracting diverse talent. Explore how innovation and data-driven approaches are reshaping the landscape of talent acquisition in ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
2M ago
Join us as host James Mackey and his guest Shathiya Rengalwar, People Leader, unpack the intricacies of tech hiring, discussing the surge in layoffs and the subsequent challenges for hiring teams.
Explore talent acquisition strategies, emphasizing the pivotal role of networking and relationship investments. The episode also sheds light on building diverse and inclusive teams, with practical insights into inclusive hiring practices and the ongoing commitment needed for workplace diversity.
0:37 Shathiya Rengalwar's background
2:03 Hiring trends and layoffs in ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
3M ago
Join host James Mackey and his guest Cassandra Mingus, Director of Talent Acquisition at Signifyd, as she shares her career journey from recruiter to tech leader in a late-stage company. In conversation with James Mackey, they explore lessons learned, the evolution of talent acquisition, and hiring strategies for success.
Discover the importance of structured processes, approval mechanisms, and using tools like Greenhouse for streamlined recruitment. Uncover tiered recruitment strategies, capacity planning insights, and measuring quality of hire.
0:33 Cassandra Mingus's ba ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
4M ago
Join host James Mackey and Avi Singer, CEO & Founder at showd.me, as they discuss high-volume hiring in healthcare and tech, emphasizing systematic processes and the importance of a clear employee value proposition.
Avi shares insights on online compliance training and adapting learning platforms for the healthcare industry. The episode concludes with cost-effective ways to show appreciation, discussing impactful gestures and personalized perks to enhance employee retention.
0:34 Avi Singer's background
2:02 High-volume hiring challenges
10:56 The importan ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
4M ago
Join host James Mackey as he sits down with Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse, and Jamie Hodari, CEO of Industrious. This episode provides a fresh perspective on tech hiring and recruiting strategies.
It emphasizes the need for self-awareness, a clear understanding of roles, and positive interpersonal dynamics in building successful teams. Moreover, it sheds light on the challenges of managing in a growth-driven environment and the benefits of shifting towards a more sustainable growth rate.
0:46 Jamie Hodari’s background
2:04 Principles and mistakes in hiring
1 ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
4M ago
The rapidly changing landscape of the tech industry presents a variety of challenges. In the latest episode of The Breakthrough Hiring Show, James Mackey hosted Steven Bartel, Co-founder and CEO of Gem, to discuss these dynamic trends. With a rich background in the tech sector and a keen eye on its future, Steve offered invaluable insights into layoffs, consolidation, and the transformative role of AI in recruitment.
0:33 Steve Bartel's background
1:48 Tech industry consolidation and the rise of all-in-one recruiting platforms
11:52 Leveraging AI in recruiting, pricing strategie ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
5M ago
We're thrilled to be celebrating one of our most popular episodes. This episode really captured the attention of our listeners, and we couldn't be happier to revisit it and share it with new listeners too!
As the first U.S. employee at Talkdesk, Shauna initially helped scale Talkdesk’s Marketing team, infrastructure, and activities from the ground up. In 2016 she was tapped to build Talkdesk’s Talent Acquisition function and since then has helped to scale Talkdesk to over 1,500 employees in 20 countries globally and to achieve a $10B+ valuation.
Shauna shares how her background in Mark ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
5M ago
Join host James Mackey and his guest Laura MacKinnon, Chief People Officer at Clari as they share insights on defining leadership qualities for hiring, aligning strategies with market conditions, and driving cultural change in tech companies. Gain practical tips on setting criteria for executive hires, understanding long-term goals, and integrating acquisitions successfully. Discover the importance of courageous conversations and data-driven decision-making for growth and success in today's dynamic business landscape.
0:34 Laura MacKinnon's background
1:40 Keys to su ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
5M ago
Dive into the world of cybersecurity with host James Mackey and his guest Fayyaz Rajpari, Managing Partner at IntelliGuards. Discover the nuances of cybersecurity hiring trends in a recessionary economy, the impact of layoffs, and the evolving job market dynamics. Learn about the demand for cybersecurity solutions and the challenges faced by small businesses, in our latest podcast episode.
0:39 Fayyaz Rajpari's background
2:07 Cybersecurity hiring trends in a recessionary economy
9:59 AI in cybersecurity and its potential impact
14:54 Cybersecurity servi ..read more
The Breakthrough Hiring Show
5M ago
Are you ready to challenge the way you think about hiring? Join us for a compelling episode as host James Mackey and his guest Amit Yoran, Chairman and CEO at Tenable, share the keys to hiring exceptional talent, emphasizing the transformative power of intellectual curiosity and self-awareness. Discover how these traits can reshape your team and organization, and gain practical insights on detecting them during interviews.
They also discuss the impact of psychology, mindset, and unconventional influences like martial arts on discipline, authenticity in communication, and the vital role ..read more