The Recruiting Book Club

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  • Welcome to The Recruiting Book Club Podcast! In this series, we sit down with the authors behind the best books on recruiting and talent acquisition. From expert insights to behind-the-scenes stories, each episode is packed with fun conversations that will help you sharpen your TA leadership skills. Whether you’re in the recruiting world or just love a good conversation, join us for a fresh and lively take on all things talent!
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  • CareerXroads 2001: Walking Through Recruiting History with Gerry Crispin

    CareerXroads 2001: Walking Through Recruiting History with Gerry Crispin
    Nov 5 2024
    In this engaging episode of The Recruiting Book Club, host Carmen Hudson sits down with the legendary Gerry Crispin, a pioneer in recruiting and talent acquisition, known for his influential work in HR and his enduring curiosity about the field. Gerry discusses his groundbreaking book, CareerXroads 2001: The Directory to Job, Resume, and Career Management Sites on the Web, which provided one of the earliest guides to navigating online job and resume sites. He also shares insights from over five decades in recruiting, tracing his journey from an engineering graduate at Stevens Institute to his innovative work at the intersection of recruiting and technology. Gerry and Carmen dive deep into the evolution of talent acquisition, touching on pivotal moments, including: Gerry's Early Career and the Shift to HR: Gerry explains how he transitioned from engineering to HR, inspired by a professor’s vision of "management science," leading to a lifelong fascination with recruiting. The Birth of Career Crossroads and Recruiting Technology: Gerry recounts how he co-authored one of the earliest guides to HR on the Internet, describing the fledgling world of online job boards and HR tech. Ethics and Standards in Talent Acquisition: They discuss Gerry’s advocacy for ethical recruiting practices, challenging gender biases and defending performance-based decisions, even at the cost of job security. Job Boards and the Future of Recruiting: Gerry offers a unique perspective on how job boards evolved, the rise and decline of career sites, and where they may be headed with AI and social media. The Role of AI in Screening and Assessment: Carmen and Gerry explore how AI could transform pre-screening processes, potentially making recruiting more efficient while raising questions about fairness and accuracy. Global Perspectives on Employment: Gerry shares his experiences traveling to study hiring practices worldwide, highlighting diverse approaches and what American companies could learn from them. The Future of Recruiting Standards: They discuss the need for standardized practices across recruiting, which could improve fairness and decision-making in talent acquisition. This episode is a deep dive into the past, present, and future of talent acquisition, offering valuable insights for recruiting professionals, HR leaders, and anyone interested in the evolving world of work. Follow Carmen Hudson on LinkedIn or visit www.carmenhudson.com Connect with Gerry Crispin on LinkedIn Discover CareerXroads 2001: The Directory to Job, Resume, and Career Management Sites on the Web by Gerry Crispin for insights into the early days of online recruiting and the evolution of talent acquisition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • The Diversity Recruiting Blueprint: How to Build Inclusive Talent Strategies with Cody Horton

    The Diversity Recruiting Blueprint: How to Build Inclusive Talent Strategies with Cody Horton
    Oct 29 2024
    In this episode of The Recruiting Book Podcast, Carmen Hudson welcomes Cody Horton, a longtime colleague, diversity champion, and the author of The Diversity Recruiting Blueprint. Cody’s journey is both inspiring and instructive, starting from his time in the Navy to becoming a pioneer in diversity recruiting and talent acquisition. Cody discusses his unconventional career path, from technical roles at Microsoft to founding his diversity-focused recruiting business - eventually acquired in 2022. Throughout, Cody shares personal anecdotes about his early challenges, including breaking into corporate America after his military career and navigating tokenism in the workplace. This conversation touches on: Cody's transition from technical roles into recruiting and how Carmen helped shape his career in corporate talent acquisition. The importance of equity in DEI efforts and the risks companies take by deprioritizing equity amid shifting political landscapes. The evolving role of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and why companies need to properly resource and compensate these groups to avoid burnout. The dangers of 'culture fit' hiring and the shift towards ‘culture match’ or ‘culture add,’ emphasizing alignment with values and mission. Recruiting best practices, including the need for standardized and competency-based interviews, mitigating unconscious bias, and slowing down to build more diverse talent pools. Cody also provides his take on how companies are quietly maintaining DEI work while navigating public backlash, and he stresses the importance of curiosity and embracing AI tools in recruiting to remain competitive. Follow Carmen Hudson on LinkedIn or visit www.carmenhudson.com Connect with Cody Horton on LinkedIn or learn more about his work by visiting www.codylhorton.com Get your copy of The Diversity Recruiting Blueprint by Cody Horton for expert guidance on building diverse teams and advancing DEI initiatives in talent acquisition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • Get Pay Right: Heather Bussing on Mastering Pay Equity and Fair Compensation

    Get Pay Right: Heather Bussing on Mastering Pay Equity and Fair Compensation
    Oct 22 2024
    In this episode, Carmen Hudson is joined by Heather Bussing, co-author of Get Pay Right: Achieve Pay Equity That Works, a compelling guide to understanding and implementing pay equity practices. Heather, a California-based employment lawyer with 35 years of experience, shares her journey from practicing various areas of employment law to becoming an advocate for pay equity and contributor to influential HR blogs. The conversation delves deep into the nuances of pay equity, the shifting dynamics of work, and the impact of pay transparency laws across the U.S. Heather discusses how companies can utilize pay equity frameworks to ensure fair compensation while staying competitive in the market. Heather’s transition into writing and teaching, and her collaboration with thought leaders like John Sumser in the HR space. The challenges of defining "equal pay" and how pay equity audits help organizations remain fair and legally compliant. A deep dive into the Plunkett Pay Equity Framework, designed to compare roles based on effort, skills, and responsibilities rather than titles alone. The growing importance of pay transparency laws and how businesses can align their practices to stay competitive while managing internal equity. The impact of remote work on talent acquisition and diversity, and why it should be treated as a strategic option, not merely a benefit. Heather also reflects on the cultural shifts in work attitudes, highlighting how pandemic-driven changes have reshaped employees' expectations. With engaging anecdotes and actionable advice, this episode offers valuable insights for recruiters, HR professionals, and business leaders navigating today’s complex employment landscape. Follow Carmen Hudson on LinkedIn or visit www.carmenhudson.com Connect with Heather Bussing on LinkedIn Explore Get Pay Right: Achieve Pay Equity That Works by Heather Bussing and Kent Plunkett for more insights on pay equity and fair compensation strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins

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