The Use Case Podcast

Most companies still confuse content consumption with actual learning. Watch the video. Pass the quiz. Move on. Todd Moran explains why that model is collapsing fast, especially now that AI is changing jobs faster than companies can retrain people. The real shift isn’t “learning content.” It’s continuous skill development tied to feedback, practice, mentoring, and real proof of capability. AI, wor...

One polished resume used to get you noticed. Now AI can generate hundreds of them in minutes. Ellie Angell explains why hiring teams are losing trust in traditional applications and why job simulations are becoming one of the fastest-growing ways to identify real talent. The hiring process is shifting from claims to proof. Skills assessments, job simulations, AI hiring, candidate experience, talen...

45% of internal workflows are still humans chasing humans. IT tickets. HR requests. Procurement approvals. Slack pings. Endless handoffs. This episode gets into why most enterprise automation failed, why forms are dying, and why Agentic AI is finally changing the game. AI workers. Workflow automation. Digital adoption. Employee experience. Enterprise AI. In this episode… Maor Ezer breaks down how...

Most hiring teams still trust instinct over data. That works great until the “perfect” candidate flames out in 90 days. Spencer built a system that calls that bluff and replaces hiring bias with measurable outcomes. Hiring is still full of guesswork, résumé theater, and recruiter roulette. Spencer explains why companies keep making expensive hiring mistakes and how industrial psychology, assessmen...

Most recruiting tech stops at keyword matching. Moravi is trying to kill that model before another bad executive hire costs a company millions. A CEO search can drag for 10 weeks before teams even align on what they want. Meanwhile, the business bleeds time, productivity, and trust. Matt Mooney, Vicky Wilkins, and Jen Row break down why executive hiring still runs on manual research, gut feel, and...

Most companies think they have referrals handled. They don’t. That gap is costing real money and nobody’s calling it out. Less than 15% of frontline hires come from referrals. Meanwhile, top performers hit 40%+. That delta isn’t small. It’s broken process, weak incentives, bad UX, and zero visibility. This episode cuts into frontline hiring, employee referrals, retention, and cost savings without...

Recruiting is broken—but what if you could fix it in 72 hours? In this episode, we talk with Lauren Heffran from SeekOut about Spot, a managed recruiting solution blending AI and real hiring expertise. From streamlining the candidate slate to saving time for overwhelmed hiring managers, Spot is rewriting how hiring works for startups and enterprise alike. We talk about recruiting, AI, candidate sl...

70% of working Americans live paycheck to paycheck. That stat alone should stop you in your tracks. We sat down with Michael Woodhead, CCO of FinFit, to explore how financial stress is quietly wrecking productivity, retention, and employee wellness. From free financial coaching to earned wage access, this conversation cuts through the noise and gets straight to the money. In this episode we look a...

Payroll and benefits management is a maze, and Doug Sabella, CEO of Payroll Integrations, is here to simplify it. He joins us to break down how integrating payroll software with benefits providers can eliminate inefficiencies, improve compliance, and enhance financial wellness for employees. From data security concerns to the evolving landscape of employee benefits, Doug shares insights from their...

Frontline workers drive industries, but high volume hiring isn’t your average recruitment game. Fountain’s Sean Behr joins us to unpack the tech, tools, and strategies that make hiring seamless—while keeping the human element intact. From hourly worker engagement to fixing recruitment response times, this episode digs into solutions that matter. In this episode, we look at frontline workers, high...

Biometric identity verification is no longer optional—it's a necessity in a world dominated by remote interactions and generative AI advancements. Andrew Bud of iProov lays out the alarming reality of deepfakes and synthetic identities, warning that "you can't trust your eyes anymore." Organizations face mounting risks from this wave of technology, which enables impersonation and deception at unpr...

Technology is reshaping the staffing industry, and we’re here to spotlight the innovation leading the way. Magnit’s AI-powered platform and their assistant, Maggi, are transforming workforce management for the modern age. We unpack the evolving landscape, challenges of outdated processes, and strategies to drive seamless integration. From understanding customer experience to tackling displacement...

ServiceNow is leading the charge in HR tech, reimagining employee workflows with AI to simplify onboarding, enhance employee engagement, and promote continuous development. Gretchen Alarcon shares the vision behind ServiceNow's transformation, emphasizing AI’s role in delivering seamless experiences, streamlining workflows, and building trust in automated processes. In this episode, we look at emp...

Brightside is revolutionizing employee financial health by addressing financial stress with personalized coaching and innovative solutions. Focusing on enterprise companies and frontline workforces, their platform boosts well-being, reduces turnover, and aligns financial wellness with business goals—creating a healthier, more engaged workforce. In this episode, we look at financial health, employe...

Brian Sherlock, CEO of Sync2Hire, joins William Tincup and Ryan Leary to explore the future of post-application recruitment communication. We dive into how Sync2Hire improves hiring efficiency, streamlines compliance, and integrates with ATS systems for a seamless candidate experience. This episode offers insights into how recruiters can enhance collaboration and centralize communications in one p...

In this episode, we look at micro learning, bite-sized content, AI, learning management system, engagement, customization, and data analytics. By delivering personalized learning experiences where employees already spend time, Arist revolutionizes how organizations approach employee development, making L&D more agile and impactful. Key Takeaways: Arist increases engagement with bite-sized content...

David Wilkins from Talent Neuron breaks down how big data, AI, and machine learning are transforming talent intelligence and workforce planning. Talent Neuron’s platform offers insights on talent demand, supply, and cost to help CHROs and heads of TA make strategic decisions. With a focus on data quality and actionable insights, Talent Neuron supports companies in navigating evolving talent and sk...

Kim Kelley from Pepelwerk breaks down how AI and machine learning are transforming HR for small and medium-sized organizations. From talent management to workforce planning, Pepelwerk leverages advanced technology to help HR leaders relate better to employees, predict workforce needs, and improve overall efficiency. In this episode, we look at HR, AI, machine learning, workforce planning, talent a...

In this episode, we look at how Echo, tech teams, software engineers, remote work, long-term partnerships, startups, and validation come together to create seamless offshore hiring solutions. With our personalized approach, we ensure companies can build stronger, more integrated development teams without the hassle. Key Takeaways: Echo supports Western tech companies in expanding their tech teams...

David Wachs, CEO of Handwrytten, shares how his company scales personalized, Handwrytten notes using robotic technology. From employee appreciation to recruiting and customer engagement, Handwrytten notes outperform digital messages in impact and authenticity, helping businesses build meaningful relationships that drive growth. In this episode, we look at automated handwriting, personalized notes,...

Jeff Williams from Aptia shares the ins and outs of benefit administration, emphasizing the complexity of health administration, compliance, and the challenges employers face in offering tailored employee benefits. From understanding regulations to enhancing benefit adoption, I explore how employers can design better programs that meet employees' diverse needs. In this episode, we look at Aptia, b...

Larry Neal, CEO of Cisive, delves into the shifting landscape of background screening, highlighting the critical need for expanded services beyond pre-employment checks. Transparency, quality, and speed are at the forefront as companies navigate AI advancements and evolving privacy laws in their hiring processes. In this episode: We look at background screening, post-hire services, transparency, q...

We connect with Chris Taylor from Actionable, diving into how Actionable drives real behavior change in corporate training. We explore the critical shift in L&D from simple facilitation to measurable impact, emphasizing the role of habit formation and small, intentional commitments in leadership development. In this episode, we look at corporate training, behavior change, leadership development, s...

Joel Frisch from Clair explores how on-demand pay can revolutionize employee financial management, offering immediate access to earned wages. This fintech solution, embedded with platforms like Gusto, ensures employees gain control over their finances, addressing short-term needs and promoting financial well-being. In this episode, we look at Clair, fintech, on-demand pay, financial benefits, the...

We talk to Katie Bussey, Sr. about how Talent Fusion is revolutionizing talent acquisition through direct sourcing and the power of branded talent communities. Discover how engaging candidates and leveraging technology create a proactive talent pool, enhancing candidate experience and driving referrals. In this episode, we look at direct sourcing, talent acquisition, contingent workers, MSP, techn...