The Hiring Success Show
(formerly Talent Acquisition Trends & Strategy)
Welcome to The Hiring Success Show!
We are on a mission to help leaders make hiring a competitive advantage.
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Meet the host of the show:
James Mackey
James Mackey is the Founder & CEO of SecureVision. Since 2015, SecureVision has partnered with over 150 VC-backed tech companies, ranging from growth-stage to
enterprise clients to recruit talent in every department.
Listen to the Latest Episodes
Tune into the latest episodes of The Hiring Success Show:
S2 E36: Optimizing your employee value proposition. A data-driven approach to hiring with the former Head of TA at Robinhood, Boris Epstein
Join host James Mackey on this value-packed episode as he sits down with Boris Epstein, Founder of Binc and former Head of TA at Robinhood, a well-known expert in recruiting and building talent-first organizations.
The conversation dives into the topic of how to attract and retain top talent, with a specific focus on recruiting in the tech space. They share their experience in the early stages of hiring in a growth stage and discuss the importance of having a unique and distinguished value proposition to stand out from the competition.
James and Boris delve into the process and key data points to consider. The discussion also explores the distinction between hiring for talent versus culture and explains what it means to be a talent-first organization.
They point out the relevance of leveraging data-driven metrics for success and emphasize the significance of building a data-driven recruitment model from day one.
They also provide key takeaways from leading teams through uncharted waters and the importance of measuring results and metrics as an integral part of building a successful team.
The episode concludes by emphasizing the significance of setting realistic and achievable goals in recruitment.
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S2 E35: Learn why understanding philosophical and psychological concepts are critical to effective leadership, hiring, and developing talent.
In this episode, host James Mackey and his guest Jason Radisson, CEO at Movo, delve into the evolving landscape of AI and its impact on software companies, particularly in the realms of recruitment and HR.
They explore the deeper implications and discuss how it will shape the future of talent acquisition and organizational dynamics. They navigate the intricate balance between harnessing AI's capabilities while preserving the irreplaceable human connections.
They tackle essential questions such as whether software companies will develop their own in-house AI products or rely on licensed solutions from a select few major providers who have mastered the intricacies of AI.
The discussion touches upon the resistance to AI, the impact of bias in hiring systems, changing roles in the workplace, and the evolving relationship between humans and AI.
They also discuss the evolving dynamics between large companies and startups in the AI era which raise intriguing questions about competitiveness, differentiation, and the strategies of both entities.
S2 E34: How AI will impact recruitment, HR, and the employee journey.
In this episode, host James Mackey and his guest Jason Radisson, CEO at Movo, delve into the evolving landscape of AI and its impact on software companies, particularly in the realms of recruitment and HR.
They explore the deeper implications and discuss how it will shape the future of talent acquisition and organizational dynamics. They navigate the intricate balance between harnessing AI's capabilities while preserving the irreplaceable human connections.
They tackle essential questions such as whether software companies will develop their own in-house AI products or rely on licensed solutions from a select few major providers who have mastered the intricacies of AI.
The discussion touches upon the resistance to AI, the impact of bias in hiring systems, changing roles in the workplace, and the evolving relationship between humans and AI.
They also discuss the evolving dynamics between large companies and startups in the AI era which raise intriguing questions about competitiveness, differentiation, and the strategies of both entities.
S2 E33: How to build a healthy startup culture and the challenges of hiring talent. The hidden costs associated with hiring the wrong people.
Join our host James Mackey and his guest Connor Swalm, CEO at Phin Security for an insightful episode as they dive into the world of startups, focusing on the challenges and strategies involved in hiring talent, scaling teams, and fostering a strong company culture.
They discuss how to scale a startup and the challenges of hiring talent from enterprise backgrounds to the startup world.
Discover why culture fit is crucial in startups and how prioritizing alignment and setting clear expectations are essential for long-term success. They delve into the detrimental impact of a bad hire, the hidden costs associated with hiring the wrong people, and the importance of hiring for attitude and soft skills.
They explore the future of security talent in startups shedding light on the types of skills and expertise that will be in high demand over the next years.
Lastly, they shift their focus to the impact of technology on security insurance, delving into the realm of insurtech and what is missing in cyber insurance companies.
Episode Archive
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Are you interested in being a guest on the show? We are looking for leading experts in talent acquisition to discuss talent acquisition and recruiting strategies. Please reach out to the show's producer, Mirela Marga, for additional details: mm@hiringsuccess.io
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