The Breakthrough Hiring Show: Modern Recruiting, AI, and Talent Strategy

Come and join our open discussion with James Mackey , the host, and Tom Gerrity, the VP of People at RECUR. Learn how to effectively handle market downturns, cash burn challenges, and difficult decisions such as layoffs and shutdowns. They will also provide valuable insights on optimizing operations and leading teams through downturns, offering inspiration to executives, employees, and companies a...

In this episode, our host James Mackey , and guest Waleed Mahmood , VP, Resource Management and Talent Acquisition at Digitas Health discuss the dynamic world of resource management and talent acquisition with a focus on the ever-evolving workplace landscape.  From resource management in the tech industry to internal mobility and career development, they shed light on the challenges and opportunit...

In this episode, you'll gain invaluable knowledge on startup hiring, retention, and salary strategies. Listen as industry experts, including Doug Camplejohn , CEO and Founder of Airspeed , and host James Mackey , share their expertise on cultivating a successful startup ecosystem.  Learn why hiring slowly and firing quickly can be the key to building a high-quality team and discover the &quot...

In this episode, host James Mackey sits down with Daniel Brodie CTO & Co-Founder at Cynerio, and Aya Naveh , Human Resources Director, to tackle the challenges of hiring for international sales teams, especially in the healthcare sector. Discover key strategies for success in the US market, including fostering a culture of adaptability, leveraging networks, and streamlining processes.    0:34...

In this episode, host James Mackey and guest Andrew Gazdecki , Founder and CEO of Acquire.com, explore the art of scaling a startup while nurturing a strong company culture. They share insights on thoughtful hiring for a solid foundation, with a focus on efficiency. The discussion covers valuations, deliberate hiring, culture-building, and interview techniques.     0:33 Andrew Gazdecki's back...

Join host James Mackey and his guest, Sandeep Bhadra , General Partner at Vertex Ventures, as they discuss the critical topic of hiring quality leadership talent. James and Sandeep share their expertise on various aspects of leadership hiring, common pitfalls to avoid when evaluating leadership talent, and the importance of operational roles in the hiring process. Learn about the relevance of havi...

Ready to revolutionize your hiring process and build high-performing teams that add value to your organization? Join our host James Mackey and Gianna Driver, Chief Human Resources Officer at Exabeam, and discover how to redefine 'culture fit' as 'culture add,' and boost innovation. They share insights on measuring diversity impact, addressing performance issues, and handling wo...

Join our host James Mackey and his guest Jamie Olson , VP of People & Culture @ Continu, as they explore the keys to success in scale-up hiring.  Learn about efficient processes, aligning with leadership, and the value of slowing down approvals. Discover the parallels between candidate and customer experiences, and how a strong onboarding process boosts employee value and company trust.      0...

Come and join us for a fascinating conversation between our host, James Mackey , and his guest, Debbie Shotwell , the Chief People and Culture Officer at Stack Overflow.  They will provide you with invaluable insights on how to run a people organization effectively. Discover how to establish a workplace culture driven by values, boost employee engagement, and evaluate success based on these princi...

In this episode, host James Mackey discusses the secrets of building a thriving business in uncharted territories specifically in the tech market, with Charles Frydenborg , CEO of MarketMuse. They share insights on fostering trust and retention within organizations, unveiling the power of radical transparency and the crucial role of adaptability in business.    0:39 Charles Frydenborg's backg...

Join host James Mackey and his guest Chris Fezza , CEO & Co-Founder at Admin Within as they discuss the fractional consulting models and how companies of all sizes can benefit. Explore hiring strategies, network power, and how companies should think about building an internal rev ops team.  Gain lessons on aligning technology with business needs and driving process improvements.   0:35 Cris Fe...

Tomas O’Farrell, Co-Founder at Workana,   joins our host James Mackey to discuss why we are seeing companies expand and shift remote teams to LATAM. They debate the complexities of upskilling at a large scale, exploring the relationship between layoffs, restructuring, and upskilling. Additionally, they break down retention rates on a departmental level, seeking insights into talent retention strat...

Join host James Mackey and his guest Charmien Fugelsang, Chief People Officer at nTop as they discuss the journey of scaling a startup and the lessons learned along the way. They dissect the core elements of quality of hire and efficiency, going over the intricacies of the hiring process, goal-setting, and fostering a culture of excellence.  James and Charmien also navigate the delicate balance be...

Join host James Mackey and Elemental's CEO, Pete Hunt , as they approach how businesses can effectively tap into their data, leverage AI, and manage team growth. They emphasize understanding both the technological and business aspects of data management, the transformative potential of AI, and the importance of people-centric hiring practices.    0:33  Pete Hunt's background    1:33  Bui...

Join host James Mackey and guests David Murray, Cofounder & President, and Joshua Merrill , Chief Executive Officer from Confirm as they challenge the status quo of performance evaluations. Gain insights into the limitations of outdated methods and explore the potential of Organizational Network Analysis to provide a holistic perspective.  Discover the truth about quiet contributors and uncove...

In this episode, our host James Mackey discusses the world of staffing agencies with Steve Gage , CEO and Co-Founder of iLabor Network. They share valuable insights on leveraging staffing agencies effectively and offer practical advice for companies engaging with them. From understanding the critical application process elements to evaluating staffing agencies based on key metrics like hires and c...

In this episode, our host James Mackey is joined by Sanket Merchant , Partner at PeakSpan Capital, to delve into the complexities of the current economic environment in the tech industry and its effects on businesses. They examine the supply and demand dynamics within the venture capital ecosystem, as well as the influence of generative AI on both businesses and customers.    0:28 Sanket's ba...

Join host James Mackey and his guest Doug Landis , Growth Partner at Emergence Capital as they discuss the tech industry’s changing risk tolerance, adaptability, and smart decision-making for leaders. What is the impact of unit economics on bootstrapped organizations? Which compensation strategies can companies use amid high inflation?  The answer to these questions and more in this engaging episo...

Join host James Mackey on this episode as he sits down with David Hanrahan , Chief People Officer at Flare. Together, they discuss the difficult challenges executives face when recovering from layoffs and reorganizations in today's market conditions. David shares valuable insights from his experience at Eventbrite, explaining how the company navigated through tough times, handled plummeting m...

Prepare for a lively discussion between our host James Mackey and Colleen Ferrell , the Chief People Officer for North America at BCW Global, about the importance of investing in the right systems, harnessing the power of data and analytics, and crafting a robust succession plan.  Their conversation takes an intriguing turn as they dive into the world of talent assessment and succession planning....

Join us in this captivating episode as our host James Mackey and guest Laura Giangiuli, SVP & CHRO at CALIBRE Systems, dive deeper into the intricate world of talent acquisition, HR strategy, and employee well-being. The conversation provides a holistic perspective on the importance of aligning business objectives with human resources and the pivotal role played by leaders in driving organizat...

Have you ever wondered about the secret sauce that keeps top talent loyal to a company? Join host James Macke y and guest Britt Harris , Head of People at Hasura, as they explore the power of retention strategies and their impact on the success of your organization.  In this episode, they go beyond monetary compensation and delve into the intricacies of creating a comprehensive talent package. The...

Join us on this captivating episode as our host James Mackey , dive into the world of scaling profitable businesses with Sam Jacobs , the esteemed CEO of Pavilion. They explore the importance of leverage, the role of top performers, and how every team contributes to revenue generation beyond just sales. Gain a deep understanding of product-market fit and unit economics, two critical factors that c...

In this episode, our host James Mackey and his guest Ayelet Shapiro , VP of Human Resources at insoundz, explore the essential elements of building a strong and thriving culture within startups. They highlight the importance of core values, agility, and fast decision-making in the early stages. Discover the traits to look for when hiring, effective talent development strategies, and overcoming cha...

We are thrilled to announce that we are celebrating a monumental milestone: the 100th episode of our podcast! To commemorate this special occasion, we have invited a distinguished guest to join us for this celebratory episode! 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...