Host André Boulais sets the stage for an insightful conversation with Alex Cheng, an industry veteran with extensive experience in talent acquisition. As they unpack Alex's journey from his time at Google to navigating the challenges of the pandemic and transitioning to entrepreneurship, listeners gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of hiring.

With the spotlight on Cnect's advantages for small and medium-sized businesses and a comparison of applicant quality between Cnect and Indeed, this episode offers practical takeaways for optimizing the hiring process.

Meet Alex - At 00:01:11:23, Alex introduces himself, sharing insights from his time at Google.

Navigating through the Pandemic - From 00:06:05:22, Alex discusses strategies for maneuvering through the challenges posed by the pandemic.

This Crazy Thing Happened After Getting Acquired - At 00:12:38:25, Alex shares intriguing anecdotes post-acquisition.

The Pivot at Airbnb with Alex during COVID - From 00:14:24:24, Alex delves into his experiences at Airbnb during the COVID-19 era.

From Billion-Dollar Companies to Small Business Owner - At 00:22:43:28, Alex recounts his transition from corporate to entrepreneurship.

Lessons Learned and Applicable Today - From 00:23:52:03, Alex shares valuable lessons and their contemporary applications.

Advantages of Cnect for SMBs - Starting at 00:27:52:20, Alex discusses how Cnect benefits small and medium-sized businesses.

Cnect vs. Indeed Applicant Quality - At 00:31:04:16, Alex compares the applicant quality between Cnect and Indeed.