Its All Recruiting

In this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast, Jim interviews Siadhal Magos, CEO and Co-Founder of Metaview. Siadhal shares insights on AI's impact on the recruitment industry. Together, Magos and Stroud, discuss recruiter readiness for AI, training for HR professionals, and the redefined skills required for success. The episode also explores how AI affects the human aspects of recruiting, personal connections, and networking. Siadhal also highlights AI's role in reducing time and costs, assessing soft skills, and candidate identification. Ethical considerations, bias mitigation, and the future of AI in recruiting are touched upon as well. Gain expert insights and navigate the AI revolution in recruitment with this intriguing episode. Mentioned in this podcast: Metaview writes perfect, AI-powered interview notes for you, so you can save time wasted on the drudgery of writing up notes, and focus on the candidate during your interviews. Join recruiters from Brex, Quora, Robinhood, & more and try Metaview. You fo

On July 5, 2023, NY Local Law 144 takes effect. If you are using technology to manage your hiring and promotion decisions, a $1500 fine per day, per tool, may be applicable. Are you aware of this? Are you prepared for this? Or, are you like... meh. No matter how you may feel about NYLocal Law 144 (aka the Automated Employment Decisions Tool law) it is only a harbinger of things to come. In this podcast, Jim Stroud speaks with Zachary Long of Conductor AI to discuss the ramifications of NY Local Law 144 and The AI Act in Europe. Lots of things are happening in the world of AI compliance. Do not be ignorant of what will surely affect your HR department in the near future. Mentioned in this podcast: Zachary Long is the Founder of ConductorAI - an AI Compliance Company. Conductor was founded to help businesses deal with the coming wave of AI legislation. Conductor has helped many of businesses get compliant with NYC 144 and other regulation. Reach out at zach@conductorai.co, or visit their website at https://

Have you ever felt that you could not get any work done because of meetings? If so, this is the episode for you. Jim Stroud interviewed Aleksandra Sulimko , CHRO of TheSoul Publishing where they have implemented a no-meetings policy! How is that possible? How is it working out? Spoiler alert: Its working very well. Tune in for the details and maybe become inspired to champion a similar policy at your company. MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: Source Owls: https://bit.ly/SourceOwls TheSoul Publishing: https://www.thesoul-publishing.com/ TheSoul Career Page - https://www.jointhesoul.com/ ABOUT MY GUEST: Aleksandra Sulimko is the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at TheSoul Publishing where she leads the Human Resources department, bringing her expertise to strengthen day-to-day operations of a global team spread across 70 countries. She also ensures her team supports each business division to drive employee well-being, empowerment, and development. Based at the company’s headquarters in Cyprus, Aleksandra

There is a battle raging, right now, over the soul of artificial intelligence. Going forward, should AI tools be developed in an open-source environment or a closed-source environment? What are the advantages and disadvantages of developing in either direction and how will it impact the future of HR technology? Plus, are you familiar with the Automated Employment Decisions Tools law in New York, also known as New York Local Law 144? If not, you will hear more about it when it takes effect on July 5, 2023. And if you are not prepared for it, your company might have to pay as much as $1500.00 (USD) per day, per tool, until full compliance. Oboy! Tune in now! // Mentioned in this podcast: AEDT Directory https://aedtregistry.com/?via=jim // Read the AEDT law for yourself at https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/newyorkcity/latest/NYCadmin/0-0-0-135598 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jim Stroud in a captivating conversation with Barb Hyman, CEO of Sapia, as they explore the ethical considerations of AI in hiring. Uncover the potential biases and discrimination in AI-driven systems, while discovering practical strategies to promote fairness, diversity, and inclusion. Gain insights from real-world cases, learn about transparency, and how job candidates can play a role in holding organizations accountable for ethical AI practices in hiring. Discover how organizations can strike a balance between efficiency and ethics, protect data privacy, and evaluate AI-driven systems' effectiveness. Explore guidelines for ethical implementation and the role of candidates and advocacy groups in accountability. Tune in for valuable insights to navigate AI and ethics in hiring. ... Mentioned in this podcast: SourceOwls - https://bit.ly/SourceOwls To learn more about Sapia, visit Sapia.ai. Connect with Barb Hyman via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarahyman/ Links to AI related research

Join us in an insightful conversation with Rachel Lyubovitzky, a trailblazing entrepreneur and AI enthusiast, as she shares her expertise and experiences in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to shape the modern workplace. As the CEO, co-founder, and Chairwoman of Setuply, and with a remarkable track record of successful exits, Rachel brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. In this captivating episode, Rachel delves into the impact of AI on the workplace and unveils specific real-world examples that have revolutionized industries. From client onboarding to fostering innovation and diversity, Rachel explores the potential benefits and challenges of integrating AI, while highlighting the ethical considerations surrounding its use. Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation that explores how AI is transforming traditional job roles, disrupting industries, and offering exciting opportunities. Discover what it takes to navigate the evolving landscape of AI and gain insights into the skill sets and area

This episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast is brought to you by SourceOwls - https://bit.ly/SourceOwls / Recruiting will experience significant changes with the rise of AI, leading to concerns about job loss. The World Economic Forum predicts millions of jobs will be lost, and even IBM anticipates thousands of AI-driven replacements. Despite this, recruiting's reliance on human relationships makes complete automation unlikely. However, AI-powered tools may impact aspects like sourcing. Fears surrounding AI will drive the implementation of regulations. States are already enacting laws, such as Illinois' AI Video Interview Act, requiring disclosure and consent for AI analytics in interviews. Maryland prohibits facial recognition technology without applicant consent, while New York City mandates screening and auditing of AI employment tools to prevent discrimination. The recruiting landscape is evolving with tools like Olivia, Jobin, ChatGPT, and Zapier boosting productivity. Yet, concerns arise about employers

AI has revolutionized the recruitment process, boosting efficiency and productivity for companies. But what about the candidates? Are they on board with AI-powered tools? Join us as we delve into a recent Pew Research study that uncovers mixed opinions about using artificial intelligence in hiring and evaluating workers. Discover why a majority of Americans surveyed (72%) are opposed to AI making final hiring decisions, and how the numbers vary when it comes to AI tracking worker productivity and handling day-to-day management tasks. We'll share intriguing insights and reveal why privacy concerns and the human factor play a significant role in these opinions. You won't want to miss the thought-provoking comment from a survey respondent that truly resonates with the human element overlooked by AI. And as we explore the implications of these findings, we'll dive into how companies can reconcile their AI purchase decisions in light of candidate sentiments. Join us as we discuss essential strategies to bridge the

This episode is sponsored by "The Recruiting Life." Subscribe now: https://sendfox.com/jimstroud || The podcast episode "Will TikTok be the death of us?" discusses the dangers and concerns surrounding TikTok. It questions whether the reactions to TikTok challenges, which led to school closures, were justified. Examples of dangerous challenges like the "Skull Breaker Challenge," "Benadryl Challenge," and "Cha-Cha Slide Challenge" are presented. The podcast also highlights concerns about TikTok's data collection and its connection to China. Quoting articles, it raises issues regarding privacy, national security, and the potential influence of the Chinese Communist Party. The host mentions the possibility of TikTok being used to target individuals for espionage or sway elections. Montana's legislation to ban TikTok is briefly mentioned, but the host disagrees with a government ban. Instead, they suggest educating the public, restricting data access, and implementing warning labels on social media platforms. Over

In this episode, Jim Stroud discusses the 5 stages of unemployment with recruiting operations leader - Jeremy Lyons. The graphic cited in the podcast can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/job-seeker-mays-3-ms-mental-health-moods-music-jeremy-a-lyons/ || Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at https://blog.jimstroud.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to a recent survey, the younger the age group, the more accepting they are of censorship. This is a bad thing because I think censorship, overall, is bad for business. In this episode I discuss the pros and cons of censorship, its effects on society, and its bottomline impact on business. | Find more great content like this at https://blog.jimstroud.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Stroud interviews Karina Mikhli of Fractionals United about the trend of Fractional Workers, who they are, what they do and how long will this trend likely last? | Find out more about fractional workers at https://www.fractionalsunited.com/ | Sign up for The Recruiting Life Newsletter at https://blog.jimstroud.com/subscribe

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used more and more by companies to help with their hiring process. AI can review resumes, conduct interviews, and even make hiring decisions. However, with this new technology, there are concerns about fairness and discrimination. Some states are starting to create their own laws to regulate AI-based hiring. I talk about it in this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast.  Subscribe to The Recruiting Life Newsletter at https://blog.jimstroud.com/subscribe Articles cited in this podcast and more: https://bit.ly/422jIi0

The other day my Twitter feed was blowing up over a discussion between Elon Musk and Fox News Host Tucker Carlson. Although they discussed the potential threat of artificial intelligence to all of us, Musk’s takeover of Twitter was a topic as well. During that portion of the conversation, it was highlighted that upon arrival, Musk let go about 80% of the staff at Twitter. (Although, some of that was voluntarily.) I talk about that and the phenomenon known as "Fake jobs." / Subscribe to my newsletter at JimStroud.com/subscribe

Did you know that some people are using chatbots like ChatGPT to take on multiple jobs and work excessively long hours? They do this by using the chatbots to respond to messages and emails for them, essentially automating their work. This practice is known as "overemployment" or "hustling," and it raises ethical concerns about the exploitation of technology and the impact on workers' mental and physical health. In this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast, Jim Stroud discusses Overemployment: The Pros, Cons, Ethics, Legality, and Trends in Taking on Multiple Jobs.  FYI... Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter which features articles, comics and more, about the world of work. https://blog.jimstroud.com I generate demand for HR tech companies with awesome content. Need content? Let's talk. https://contra.com/jimstroud

Imagine spending billions of dollars into a project only for it to die on the vine in front of your eyes. I cannot imagine that feeling, truly, because I don’t have a billion dollars. But it has to suck. What am I talking about? The Metaverse, which I call the second coming of Second Life. / To read a transcript of this podcast and to discover the source of my information, check out this edition of The Recruiting Life Newsletter. "Are you recruiting in the Meh-taverse?" https://blog.jimstroud.com/2023/04/03/are-you-recruiting-in-the-meh-taverse/

Jim Stroud discusses the short -term, and long-term, unintended consequences of massive layoffs. He also cautions company to be slow to layoff their recruiters and instead, leverage them for a lasting business advantage. Four strategies are discussed in this podcast. The fifth strategy is available on JimStroud.com under the title, "Don't Let Your Recruiting Talent Go to Waste During a Recession." Tune in for the details.

ChatGPT has taken the world by storm, captivating people with its abilities and leaving many wondering about its impact on their careers. From screening resumes and candidates to ideating interview questions, and customizing job descriptions, ChatGPT can accomplish several routine recruitment tasks in mere seconds. This raises concerns for recruiters who worry that ChatGPT may eventually replace them. However, the answer is clear: ChatGPT will never replace recruiters. I explain why in this podcast. // And this is the newsletter article I cited in the podcast, "No, ChatGPT Will Not Replace Recruiters. This is Why." https://bit.ly/TJSP012023

Original air date: APR 2, 2008 - Jim Stroud chat’s with Otis Collier, an Alternative Sourcing Manager for Wachovia. What does that mean? It means he dispenses HR justice for US veterans by creating programs that get veterans (and their spouses) hired by Wachovia. Yooo Joe! If you recruit for a company that does not have a plan in place for recruiting Veterans, bring this podcast to the attention of the powers that be. You MUST listen to this one. Find more great content at JimStroud.com!

Original air date: January 16, 2008 - Smoking is not just bad for your health, but it can get you fired to. McDonald’s puts a new spin on the “Happy Meal.” Identity theft is rampant at a certain chicken plant. How to check if your H-1b applicant is legal. And finally… things are hard out here for a pimp. Yeah, this is a show to remember. | Shout out to HR's Most Dangerous Podcast - Chad and Cheese https://chadcheese.com