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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 a step-by-step guide to hiring and empowering top talent.
- Leverage data, process, and technology to achieve hiring success.
Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible!
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Ana King, Chief People Officer at Sapi, reflects on her journey from Bucharest to London and how cultural studies shaped her philosophy on leadership and recruiting. She shares how building trust between CEOs, finance, and teams, drives profitability and sustainable growth, from hiring for “smart and kind” to aligning people strategy with business outcomes and leading change through listening and learning. Books mentioned: Daniel Goleman, Hernan Diaz Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, ...
Reece Batchelor, currently in a Founding Talent role at Dust, shares a unique perspective shaped by his time as a professional football player. He reflects on how values, transparency, and teamwork are essential to finding great talent and helping them thrive. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/ SecureVision: #1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2! https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviews...
Heather Lother, VP of Talent & People Operations at Crossover for Work, talks about how focusing on skills and transparency can completely change the way teams hire. She shares what she’s learned from coaching managers through choosing candidates, making interviews more meaningful, and turning the process into a genuine two-way conversation. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/ SecureVision: #1 ...
Megan Batterbury, Senior Talent Operations Specialist at incident.io, joins us to talk about what it really means to scale hiring with heart by building efficient systems without losing the human touch. She shares how thoughtful planning, transparent employer branding, and playful team rituals shape recruiting experiences that truly connect. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/ SecureVision:...
Jonathan Lau, Director of Talent Acquisition at Super.com, joins us to unpack how in-house recruiting can bridge the gap between talent strategy and business goals. With years of leading experience, Jon explains how elevating quality of hire over speed reshapes value, the importance of data collection, and candidate experience creating the first touchpoint of influence. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/compa...
Everett Chaffin, Director of Global TA Operations at Zendesk, joins us to explore how recruiting operations can become a true force multiplier for people. He shares his journey from starting his career at his dad's agency to running TA Ops for Zendesk. He unpacks how AI, standardization, and storytelling empower recruiters to act as trusted talent advisors rather than just process owners. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www...
Sara Chevrette, Head of Global Talent Acquisition at Sonatype, joins James Mackey, to unpack the connection between psychology and recruiting talent. She shares how values drive hiring, pushing for curiosity, and the importance of building a strong culture within the workplace. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/ SecureVision: #1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2! https://www.g2.com/produ...
Greg Troxell, Director of TA at Function Health, joins James Mackey to share how a single comment reshaped his hiring philosophy from resume relay to business impact. He shares how they break down the concept of skills-based scaffolding and how it drives better hires leading to reduced mis-hires. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/ SecureVision: #1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2! https://www...
Beatriz Lourenco, Head of People at Poolside.ai, joins host James Mackey to discuss her journey scaling from 4 to 150+ employees. She shares how she approached early hires and is building a TA motion that keeps up with rapid growth. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/ SecureVision: #1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2! https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviews Thanks for listening...
Join host James Mackey and Steve Bartel, CEO of Gem, to explore what’s happening in today’s hiring market - inbound is up 3x, time to hire has grown by eight days, and recruiters are carrying 55% more reqs. They discuss where AI genuinely reduces workload and boosts efficiency, along with the rise in fraud and interview cheating. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/ SecureVision: #1 Rated Embedde...
Rachael Becker, Founder & CEO of RB Builds, joins host James Mackey to discuss business efficiency, tech transformation, and creating standout user experiences. With a unique blend of expertise across operations and technology, Rachael shares actionable insights on how organizations can streamline processes, improve internal alignment, and scale sustainably. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82...
The landscape of global talent acquisition is evolving rapidly, and nearshore engineering teams in Latin America have emerged as a strategic solution for US-based tech companies. In this insightful conversation, host James Mackey and Gino Ferrand, Founder and CEO of Tecla, explore why Latin American engineering teams are becoming increasingly attractive for companies looking to optimize their hiring strategies in today's volatile market. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for ...
With markets reacting to global uncertainty and AI transforming the hiring landscape, both job seekers and recruiters are recalibrating their strategies. Join host James Mackey and Steve Bartel, CEO of Gem, as they discuss how automation is changing resume screening, interview prep, and rediscovery of existing talent. As companies look to cut costs and boost efficiency, the challenge becomes clear: how do you hire smarter without losing the human signal in all the noise? Thank you ...
In this episode host James Mackey sits down with Lupe Colangelo, Director of Alumni Engagement & Employer Partnerships at General Assembly. They provide insights into the evolving tech talent landscape with a special focus on AI hiring trends and challenges faced by employers and job seekers alike. Lupe shares key findings from GA's State of Tech Talent report while discussing practical strategies for building sustainable talent pipelines in a rapidly changing tech environment. For more ...
Georgetown University is redefining entrepreneurial education by building a mission-driven ecosystem where innovation thrives. In this episode, our host, James Mackey, and Ben Zimmerman, Managing Director of Georgetown Entrepreneurship, share Georgetown’s unique approach to fostering an environment that helps startups succeed. From student programs to alumni support through the Venture Lab, the initiative offers mentorship, funding, and real-world experience at every stage. Discover how...
Jason Heilman, Senior Vice President of Product, Automation, and AI at Bullhorn, and our host James Mackey, offer a masterclass in AI and Automation for recruiting organizations. Drawing from Jason’s experience as co-founder of Herefish (acquired by Bullhorn in 2019), Jason reveals how automation serves as the essential foundation for effective AI implementation in recruiting. While many companies experiment with AI tools, Jason emphasizes focusing on core recruiter functions - particularly c...
In today’s unpredictable economy, businesses must navigate shifting market conditions while maintaining efficiency and resilience. Our host James Mackey and Hugo Malan, President of Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology, and Telecom, explore the power of a mixed labor strategy - a dynamic approach that blends full-time hires with temporary and project-based workers. Hugo explains how this strategy helps companies stay agile, control costs, and mitigate risks in an evolving landscape. T...
Join host James Mackey as he chats with Brad Beach, Founder and CEO of Tailored Management and Jobvious. Brad shares his journey from the early days in staffing to building a cutting-edge platform that’s reshaping contingent labor. They dive into the challenges of traditional hiring models, the power of network-driven recruitment, and how technology is transforming the industry. Whether you’re in staffing, HR, or just curious about the future of work, this episode is packed with insight...
Sean Mallapurkar joins host James Mackey to discuss the pivotal role technology is playing in shaping the future of staffing. Sean shares his remarkable journey from launching Recruit CRM to growing it into a global organization. Sean and James explore how recruitment professionals can benefit from integrating various technological solutions to streamline their processes and enhance their overall efficiency. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow u...
James Mackey and Elijah Elkins speak with Siadhal Magos, Co-Founder and CEO of Metaview, about the methods MetaView uses to maximize recruitment potential, including AI-driven candidate rediscovery and strategic compensation alignment. He shares how AI technology enhances hiring efficiency and precision, enabling organizations to make informed decisions based on real-time data from candidate interactions. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follo...
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