The Jim Stroud Podcast

The Insider Advantage Nobody Tells You About

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000

It's 11:47 PM. You hit submit on another application and watch it dissolve into the void. You did everything right — the degree, the internship, the certifications squeezed between finals — and still, silence. That low ache behind your sternum? It's not anxiety. It's intelligence responding to a system nobody explained to you. Here's the truth the career center will never say out loud: the job market is not a meritocracy. It never was. It's a relationship architecture — who knows you, who trusts you, whose mind you're on at 9 AM Tuesday when something opens up before it's ever posted. You were handed a map that doesn't show the actual terrain. You were taught to knock on the door. Nobody told you how the door works. In this episode, career intelligence analyst Jim Stroud — veteran of Microsoft, Google, and Randstad — reveals the counterintuitive move a small percentage of students make in college that quietly rewires everything. It's strategic. It's almost unfair. And it's hiding in plain sight. Effort gets you exhausted. Visibility gets you hired. Tune in before the next application disappears into the void. ...

Brought to you by: Career Intelligence Weekly - Tracking the invisible job market for smarter career decisions. Subscribe now at https://newsletter.jimstroud.com

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The Demographic Squeeze

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000

You're panicking about the wrong thing. While you doomscroll about AI stealing your job, the real threat is gutting the workforce behind your back. No headlines. Just math. Picture a burst pipe. Wednesday morning. Water in your drywall. You call a plumber — and wait three weeks. Because he's 61, his apprentice retired, and the new kid doesn't exist. The skilled trades shortage is already costing the U.S. over a billion a year in plumbing alone. Construction needs 349,000 new workers this year. Electricians? 81,000 openings a year for a decade. The CEO of Indeed says we're facing a 20 million-worker shortfall — and 80% of it isn't automation. It's demographics. Boomers walking out the door with nobody behind them. Japan saw this coming 30 years ago and pulled a lever America doesn't have. This episode tells you what it was, why we can't copy it, and why no chatbot will ever crawl through your flooded basement. You've been watching the dazzling horizon. Meanwhile, the scaffolding behind you is coming apart. The machines aren't the story. The silence is. Tune in before the pipe bursts. ... Brought to you by: The Recruiting Life newsletter - Clarity on what's happening now and next in the world of work. Subscribe now at https://newsletter.jimstroud.com

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Think Like a Sales Leader—or Lose the War for Talent

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000

In this compelling episode, HR futurist Jim Stroud sits down with Dr. Deepak Bhootra of Sandler to explore the powerful intersection of talent acquisition, sales strategy, and leadership development.

Tailored for recruiters and HR leaders, this conversation reveals how organizations can align hiring, training, and performance to drive measurable business results. Discover how consultative selling principles can transform recruiting, strengthen candidate relationships, and elevate workplace culture. Stroud and Bhootra share actionable insights on strategic communication, emotional intelligence, and building high-performing teams in today’s competitive talent landscape.

Whether you're a CHRO, talent acquisition professional, or HR strategist, this episode offers practical strategies to help you hire smarter, lead better, and deliver lasting impact.

Contact Deepak Bhootra via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepakbhootra/

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The Future of Hiring Isn’t Offshore—It’s Nearshore

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000

What if your biggest talent advantage isn’t AI—but where you hire? In this episode, Jim Stroud and Brian Samson challenge outdated hiring models and make the case for nearshoring to Latin America as the smarter alternative to both offshoring and overpaying domestically. Discover why companies are tapping into high-skill, same-time-zone talent—and why AI may actually increase the value of adaptable human teams. If you’re an HR leader still hiring the same way you did 5 years ago, this conversation might change your strategy. Contact our guest: Brian Samson, Founder Co: https://plugg.tech LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/briansamson/

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TSA Chaos and the Talent Employers Are Missing

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

But behind the disruption is a bigger story most employers are missing. In this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast, Jim Stroud talks with Eileen Linnabery about why government workers are often overlooked and what companies get wrong when evaluating their talent. As TSA workers rethink their future, this conversation reveals where hiring breaks down, how bias shapes decisions, and why highly capable candidates are being ignored. You’ll also hear how job seekers can position themselves around impact and use AI to stand out. If you want to understand where real talent is hiding in today’s labor market, this episode is for you. ...

Connect with Eileen Linnabery via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eileen-linnabery-40a1b921/ Vantage Leadership Consulting https://www.vantageleadership.com

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The Benefit No One Sees—Until Your Best Employee Quits #elderlycare

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Your best employees aren't quitting for more money — they're quitting for relief. Tens of millions of workers are quietly carrying an invisible second job: caregiving. And it's burning out your most valuable people from the inside out. In this episode, we explore why elder care benefits have become one of the most overlooked retention tools in the workplace, what the research says about ROI, and why the companies that remove the work-versus-family tradeoff are the ones that win.

| | This episode brought to you by ProvenBase: ProvenBase is an AI-powered talent acquisition and Deep Search sourcing platform that helps organizations find, match, and engage hard-to-find candidates from thousands of real-time online sources. https://provenbase.com || Inspiration: "Companies that respect 'caregiving' can show measurable gains, research shows" by Harvard Business School

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Interviewing a Ghost: When AI, Deepfakes, and Fake identities Enter the Hiring Process

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

AI is transforming hiring—but it’s also enabling a new wave of candidate fraud. In this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast, Jim speaks with Maryam Mahdaviani, founder of Attesto, about how AI tools, deepfakes, and identity impersonation are reshaping the hiring process. Some candidates now use AI to generate resumes, get real-time interview answers, or even appear on camera using face and voice filters. In extreme cases, one person interviews, another person gets hired, and someone else does the job. Maryam explains why this problem is spreading beyond tech into industries like healthcare, engineering, and business development—and the real security risks companies face when fraudsters gain access to internal systems. They also discuss how organizations can detect suspicious candidates and rethink hiring practices in the age of AI. Learn more: attesto.com Connect with Maryam on LinkedIn.

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Why Applying to 1,000 Jobs Won't Work (And What Will)

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

This podcast brought to you by: "Career Intelligence Weekly" - the newsletter that tracks the invisible job market for smarter career decisions. https://newsletter.jimstroud.com

In this episode: At a recent conference, I sat down with recruitment marketing expert Jim Durbin, also known as the “Indeed Whisperer.” With 25+ years in staffing, headhunting, RPO, and internal TA, Durbin shares blunt insights on how hiring really works.

We discuss why recruiters underuse Indeed’s resume database, why mass-applying with AI-generated resumes can hurt job seekers, and whether “ghost jobs” are as common as people think. Durbin also explains why both companies and candidates share responsibility for fixing today’s broken hiring experience.

A candid conversation about recruiting myths, job search strategy, and how respect and intention can improve hiring on both sides.

Connect with Jim Durbin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimdurbin/

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The Report that Crashed the Market: The 2028 Global Intelligence Crisis

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

It started with a single research memo. In February 2026, a scenario paper from a macro firm called Citrini Research sent the Dow plummeting 800 points and triggered phrases like "AI Doomsday" across financial media. But the crash wasn't really about artificial intelligence. It was about something far more personal — the kind of work you do every day. In this episode, Jim Stroud breaks down the concept of the Intelligence Displacement Spiral: the cold, mechanical logic by which AI advancement could quietly dismantle white-collar careers from the inside out. Analysts. Managers. Recruiters. Knowledge workers. The people whose jobs are built on moving, interpreting, and routing information. Sound familiar? This isn't a conversation about factory floors or truck drivers. This is about spreadsheets. About your job description. About the moment you realize that the skills that earned you a premium in the economy for the last 150 years may be the very skills most at risk. But this episode isn't a doom spiral — it's a wake-up call with a roadmap. Jim cuts through the noise of competing narratives (collapse vs. productivity renaissance?) to expose the real shift happening beneath the headlines, and lays out a brutally honest framework for figuring out exactly where you stand. Because the most dangerous response to disruption isn't fear. It's fascination without action. If you work in talent, recruiting, HR, tech, or any knowledge-based field — this one will hit different. 🎙️ Subscribe to **The Recruiting Life** newsletter at https://newsletter.jimstroud.com

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The Shadow Labor Market: Paying to Be Seen

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

What if everything you believed about how hiring works… was only half the story? The job market has always had rules. Apply. Interview. Get picked. Simple, right? But something is quietly changing beneath the surface — and it's making a lot of people uncomfortable. Job seekers are now paying recruiters. Not to polish their résumé. Not to prep for interviews. They're paying someone to pitch them — to walk into companies and say, this person is worth your time. Is that exploitation? Is it strategy? Or is it just the job market finally dropping the pretense that the best candidate always wins? In this special report, we're pulling back the curtain on reverse recruiting, the rise of AI-managed job applications, and a parallel labor economy that's already reshaping how opportunity gets distributed — whether you're paying attention or not. This one hits differently. If you work in recruiting, lead a hiring team, or you're out there trying to land your next role — this conversation is already affecting you. You just might not know it yet. The question we're asking this episode? What happens when visibility becomes something you can buy? The answer might change how you see everything. ... Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter - Clarity on what's happening now and next in the world of work. https://newsletter.jimstroud.com Podcast inspiration: "Job Hunters Are So Desperate That They’re Paying to Get Recruited" by Wall Street Journal

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If AI takes all the jobs away, who is going to buy their stuff?

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

The factory runs perfectly. The robots work tirelessly. Production costs plummet. And then someone asks the question that breaks the entire model: Who's buying the cars? This episode examines the economic paradox no one wants to name. Companies don't survive on efficiency alone—they survive on customers with money. If automation displaces massive amounts of human labor, the math breaks. Not morally. Mechanically. We explore what happens when the economy can produce value without you but hasn't figured out the consequences yet. How does purchasing power flow when work stops being the gatekeeper? What futures are being quietly debated behind closed doors? And why does your anxiety as a job seeker feel less like a skills gap and more like existential irrelevance? The rules are changing. The system is stalling. And the answer to one old factory joke might determine what comes next. ... Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter https://jimstroud.beehiiv.com

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The Agent Breakroom: When Your Digital Employees Start Talking Without You

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

There's a social network you're not allowed to post on. No account. No comments. No ability to clarify context. But your company's employees are already active there—not the human ones, the digital ones. In January 2026, a machine-only social network called Moltbook quietly went live, and within weeks, more than a million AI agents showed up. What happened next should make every leader uncomfortable. Because the most important thing Moltbook reveals isn't that AI agents can socialize—it's that we've crossed a line most organizations didn't even realize existed. AI didn't just automate work. It joined the workforce. And then it wandered into the breakroom. ||| Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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AI Literacy Isn’t a Skill Gap — It’s a Loyalty Test

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

By 2027, not knowing how to work with AI won’t get you fired — it’ll get you quietly excluded. In this episode, we unpack why AI literacy is no longer a skill, but a signal. A test of trust, judgment, and who gets a voice inside AI-mediated workplaces. This isn’t about prompts or tools. It’s about power, credibility, and what happens when human judgment starts getting audited. If work feels different lately, this episode explains why — and why it matters more than you think. ||| If you want clarity on what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter over at https://jimstroud.beehiiv.com.

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AI is everywhere in hiring—but is it actually making talent acquisition better?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0000

This episode brought to you by ProvenBase: https://provenbase.com

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On this episode of the Jim Stroud Podcast, Jim sits down with Michelle Cass, global talent acquisition leader and author of Hired by Humanity, to cut through the AI hype in recruiting.

Michelle shares why AI doesn’t fix broken processes or culture—it exposes them. Together, they unpack how automation should amplify recruiters (not replace them), what’s driving recruiter burnout, where efficiency starts harming candidate experience, and which parts of recruiting should never be fully automated.

A must-listen for HR, TA, and business leaders navigating AI-driven hiring without losing the human touch.

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What If Your Top Performer Doesn't Breathe?

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

This episode brought to you by: Job Search 3.0 and The Recruiting Life newsletter. Links below.

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You walk into your review prepared to discuss your metrics. But there’s a new name on the dashboard. It’s not a peer. It’s not a hire.

It’s an AI recruiting agent—with a title, a scorecard, and a seat on the org chart next to yours. The moment your KPIs are placed side-by-side, everything changes.

This isn’t about working smarter with AI. This is about being measured against it—on speed, cost, reply rates, and conversion. While you sleep, it works. While you train, it self-optimizes. While you build relationships, it delivers numbers that make finance lean in.

If your value was once defined by hustle, insight, and human touch—what happens when the system does it faster, cheaper, and without fatigue?

Worse: what happens when your next career move depends on outscoring a tool that never stops improving?

This episode isn’t speculation. It’s a wake-up call built on data, deployments, and the uncomfortable math already reshaping TA teams. We break down the comparison you won’t see coming—and what it means for your role, your team, and your future in talent.

If you lead recruitment, manage talent, or care about where HR is headed—you need to hear this now.

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Is the Pharmacy Benefit System a Scam? Follow the Money

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

This episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast is brought to you by ProvenBase - an AI-powered talent acquisition and Deep Search sourcing platform that helps organizations find, engage, and hire hard-to-find candidates from thousands of real-time online sources. See it in action for yourself by visiting - https://provenbase.com ... In this episode: Are pharmacy benefits actually helping employers and employees—or has the system become a costly black box? Jim Stroud sits down with Alan Pannier, Chief Strategy Officer at SmithRx, to unpack how the U.S. pharmacy benefit ecosystem really works and why it can feel “scammy” even when it’s legal. Alan explains how PBMs were originally built to simplify pharmacy access, and how the model evolved into opaque pricing practices that can drive costs higher. In this episode, we break down spread pricing, rebate incentives, and why the “middle layer” of healthcare may be the biggest winner when no one can see the real numbers. Jim also presses for practical guidance: what HR leaders should ask their PBM, how to evaluate vendors using net cost vs. discount math, and what “fiduciary alignment” should look like in a contract. If you’re an employer, HR leader, or benefits decision-maker wondering why drug costs keep climbing—and what you can do about it—this conversation is your cheat sheet. Contact our guest: Alan Pannier - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-pannier SmithRx - http://www.smithrx.com/

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Is Career Coaching Actually Booming—or Are We Just Calling It That?

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

This episode brought to you by "The Career Intelligence System" at https://ci.jimstroud.com ...

Everyone keeps saying career coaching is booming. You hear it on podcasts. You see it on LinkedIn. You see screenshots, sold-out programs, and bold income claims. But if that’s true…
why does the market feel crowded? Why does demand feel real—but uneven?

In this episode, we strip away the hype and look at what’s actually growing, what’s being mislabeled as a “boom,” and why that distinction matters if you’re a coach—or thinking about becoming one. This isn’t a takedown or a pep talk. It’s a clear-eyed look at what’s really happening beneath the headlines.

🎧 Listen before you decide where you fit.

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Low hire. Low fire.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Everyone keeps asking if the job market is broken. It’s not that simple. Hiring didn’t disappear—it changed. Quieter. More selective. Less forgiving of guesswork. In this episode, Jim Stroud unpacks why the market feels confusing, why familiar strategies stopped working, and what’s really driving hiring decisions right now. If your experience suddenly feels harder to translate—or the rules feel different without warning—this conversation will help you see what’s actually happening beneath the noise. | This episode brought to you by: Job Search 3.0 - Stop endlessly applying for jobs. Start attracting them instead. https://jobsearch.jimstroud.com

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93% on Technology. 7% on People. That’s the Real AI Problem.

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Companies aren’t failing at AI because the tech isn’t ready—they’re failing because they’ve underinvested in the humans expected to make it work. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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Chestnuts roasting on an open fire...

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Jim Stroud shares a special message of thanks to everyone who supported him online.

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When AI Stops Assisting and Starts Hiring

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Recruiting is crossing a line from AI support to AI execution, and the winners won’t be the fastest adopters—but the ones who pair automation with accountability and governance. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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Why Job Hunting Feels Like a Full-Time Job

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Long searches, low response rates, and widespread burnout reveal a hiring system optimized for volume over clarity—leaving job seekers exhausted and trust eroding fast. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

Read the report that inspired my rant - "Job Seeker Survey: 76% Burned Out by Job Hunt" https://www.howdy.com/blog/job-hunter-survey

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The Global Job Market Is Tapping the Brakes

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

The global labor market isn’t breaking, but the data shows employers quietly shifting from hiring at scale to hiring with intent—while U.S. metrics remain temporarily distorted by missing government data. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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AI Is Automating the Wrong Work

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

A new Stanford study reveals that nearly half of today’s AI tools are automating tasks workers don’t want automated—so why is Silicon Valley racing to replace judgment and creativity while employees are still drowning in expense reports?

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AI Shame Is a Leadership Failure

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Nearly half of employees—and even more executives—are secretly using AI at work, so what happens to trust, risk, and leadership when the future of work is something no one is willing to admit out loud?

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OMG! I hope this isn’t true

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

A former U.S. consular officer claims up to 90% of H-1B visa applications she reviewed were fraudulent—so what does that mean for American workers, global talent, and a system that may be breaking in plain sight?

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What If Colleges Warned You Before You Took the Loan?

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

For the first time ever, the government is putting a warning label on college—so what happens when students start seeing which degrees (and classes) may actually cost them more than they’re worth?

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ICHRA Explained: How Individual Health Coverage Is Changing Employee Benefits

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

In this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast, Jim sits down with Eric Wissig of SureCo to unpack one of the most talked-about shifts in employee benefits today: the Individual Coverage HRA (ICHRA).

Eric explains why the traditional group health insurance model is breaking down under rising costs—and how ICHRA offers a new path forward by giving employees ownership, choice, and flexibility in their healthcare, while still allowing employers to support coverage on a pre-tax basis. Together, Jim and Eric explore what this change means for workers, HR teams, brokers, startups, and large employers alike.

You’ll hear a practical, plain-English discussion covering:

Why group health insurance keeps getting more expensive
How ICHRA works and why it launched in 2020
The pros and cons for employees, including choice, cost control, and decision fatigue
What employers gain (and must watch out for) from a compliance and cost perspective
How ICHRA supports workers with chronic or pre-existing conditions under the ACA
Whether smaller companies can finally compete with enterprise-level benefits
Non-traditional benefits, Medicare reimbursement, and what ICHRA can—and can’t—cover
How this model could push the U.S. healthcare system toward true consumer choice

Whether you’re an employee curious about your options, an HR leader facing skyrocketing premiums, or a broker navigating a changing benefits landscape, this episode offers a clear-eyed look at why ICHRA is gaining momentum—and where it may be headed next.

* Learn more about SureCo at sureco.com * SureCo Contact Page: https://www.sureco.com/contact-us

* Erik Wissig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-wissig-833b9a3/

* SureCo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sureco/

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The Weaponization of Student Loans

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Student loans aren’t just financing college—they’re steering the entire idea of what counts as a “real” future. This episode exposes how a government-backed loan system quietly shapes which majors thrive, which wither, and which dreams get priced out. When credit becomes a political weapon, your kid’s passion isn’t the only thing choosing their path. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work - Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The New Draft

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Ford’s CEO warns that the real national security risk isn’t coders—it’s the disappearance of people who can build and fix the machines we depend on. This episode dives into how America sidelined the trades, glorified the credentialed class, and left itself vulnerable in a world where physical mastery still decides power. Maybe what we need now isn’t more algorithms—but a draft back into reality. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work - Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The $120K Mirage

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Ford’s “$120K mechanic shortage” isn’t a labor crisis—it’s a mirage. This episode blows past the headline to expose how America devalued the trades, oversold college, and turned work into a gamble. The real shortage isn’t workers—it’s honesty about the system we built. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work - Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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Beyond Resume Screening: Building Human-Centered Hiring in an AI World

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

In this eye-opening episode, Jim Stroud sits down with Abhinav “Abhi” Chugh, co-founder and CEO of Peoplebox.ai, to unravel the real challenges talent teams face as companies scale from hundreds to thousands of employees — and how AI is transforming every step of the hiring journey. Abhi pulls back the curtain on what really breaks first when organizations grow: overwhelmed inbound pipelines, resume floods, artificially polished applications, and hours wasted interviewing candidates who were never a fit. He shares a bold, practical vision for rebuilding hiring from the ground up — including why the future will replace multi-round interviews with one deep, human-like conversation powered by advanced AI.

Connect with Abhinav “Abhi” Chugh via LinkedIn at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhinavchugh/

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11.7%

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

MIT’s 11.7% isn’t a prediction — it’s a glowing red indicator that AI can already replace millions, and executives are simply waiting for the price tag to give them permission. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life Newsletter" at https://jimstroud.com

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The Vanishing Visa

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

The collapse in H-1B approvals for Indian firms isn’t a retreat — it’s a quiet transfer of power as Big Tech turns the visa pipeline into its personal talent engine. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life Newsletter" at https://jimstroud.com

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The Geography of Misery

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Where you work in America matters more than what you do, because state lines—not job titles—are determining who gets a life and who gets a grind. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life Newsletter" at https://jimstroud.com

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When HR Needs HR

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

SHRM, the organization that teaches the world how to treat people at work, is now the cautionary tale proving that even the self-proclaimed experts can forget their own fundamentals. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life Newsletter" at https://jimstroud.com

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Fixing the Broken Hiring Engine: Culture, Context, and the Future of AI-Driven Recruiting

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

In this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast, Jim sits down with Josh Hill—Head of People and co-founder of SuperHired—to explore what’s really happening at the intersection of HR and artificial intelligence. Drawing from his unconventional path from the Australian military to executive HR leadership, Josh breaks down why today’s recruitment engine is fundamentally broken, how AI is both helping and harming the process, and why “human in the loop” isn’t just a best practice—it’s a necessity.

Together, they dive into the future of hiring, including:

Why AI should augment, not replace, human decision-making

How small companies can use AI without losing their culture

Which parts of recruiting must remain human-led

Why resumes offer almost no predictive value—and what should replace them

How clearer company context creates better candidate matches

The legal and ethical traps HR leaders must navigate as AI tools proliferate

Whether you're an HR executive, recruiter, or talent strategist, this conversation offers a candid, forward-thinking look at how to build more human, transparent, and effective hiring practices in an AI-driven world.

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AI For Everyone... Except You

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Wall Street wants AI powering everything inside the bank—except your job application, where using the very tools they demand on day one can get you flagged, grilled, or tossed before you ever make it to the interview room. | Proven Base is an AI-powered talent acquisition and Deep Search sourcing platform that helps organizations find, match, and engage hard-to-find candidates from thousands of real-time online sources. https://provenbase.com

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When the Caregivers Disappear

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

A new report says men now make up most working caregivers. Proven Base is an AI-powered talent acquisition and Deep Search sourcing platform that helps organizations find, match, and engage hard-to-find candidates from thousands of real-time online sources. https://provenbase.com

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Taxing the Machines

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Washington’s circling a new idea—taxing AI—and if the machines really are about to take our jobs (and our tax base), the real question is why we didn’t send them the bill sooner. | Proven Base is an AI-powered talent acquisition and Deep Search sourcing platform that helps organizations find, match, and engage hard-to-find candidates from thousands of real-time online sources. https://provenbase.com

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Six Signals Before the Fall

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

The labor market is whispering six warnings right now—and if you know how to listen, you can feel the recession circling long before everyone else hears the crash. | Proven Base is an AI-powered talent acquisition and Deep Search sourcing platform that helps organizations find, match, and engage hard-to-find candidates from thousands of real-time online sources. https://provenbase.com

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The Laptop Farm Hustle

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

A remote-work hustle just proved that all it takes is a stolen identity and a shipped laptop to turn corporate trust into a backdoor for trouble you never saw coming. | Proven Base is an AI-powered talent acquisition and Deep Search sourcing platform that helps organizations find, match, and engage hard-to-find candidates from thousands of real-time online sources. https://provenbase.com

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6 Figures Ain't Enough

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Even as incomes rise, Americans watch their paychecks evaporate in hours, revealing an economy so tight that survival has replaced stability—even for those earning what used to feel like “enough.” | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The Jobs That Aren't There

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Ghost listings inflate the illusion of opportunity while leaving workers chasing smoke, hiring stalled, and trust drained from a labor market built on promises no one intends to keep. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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Side Door to the Future

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

A tech fellowship lures teenagers past the college gate, offering fast-tracked prestige and peril in equal measure as they gamble their futures on a new definition of merit written by a single company. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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$20 an Hour

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

A higher wage promised dignity, but instead exposed a fault line where rising pay collided with shrinking hours, lost jobs, and the uneasy math of a system built on trade-offs no one wants to say aloud. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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A Badge of Honor

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

A shrinking headcount becomes a corporate trophy, masking the quiet erosion of humanity, trust, and culture beneath the glow of “lean and AI-ready” bragging rights. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The Hiring Machine That Hires Itself

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

OpenAI’s plan to automate hiring threatens to replace not just recruiters, but the human instinct to choose and be chosen—the last frontier of work going digital. / Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The Vanishing Floor

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Nearly a million young people in England are disappearing from work and education pipelines, exposing a broken system that keeps failing those it claims to help. / Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The Trillion-Dollar Ghost Economy

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Tech giants are proving they can add a trillion dollars in revenue while barely hiring, revealing an economy that grows richer by making people optional. / Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The Visa That Became a Chain

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

A federal lawsuit exposes how America’s H-1B visa program can turn opportunity into captivity when employers weaponize immigration status to control workers. / Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The Silence Before the Slide: America’s Jobs Data Goes Dark

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

When a government shutdown erases the nation’s job data, recruiters and job seekers are left flying blind in an economy where trust is the only metric left. / Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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Training Your Replacement

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Uber’s paying drivers to train the very AI that could replace them—proof the gig economy’s latest side hustle is teaching workers how to disappear. In the race for efficiency, we’ve gone from driving for Uber to driving ourselves out of a job. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The Wi-Fi That Watches You

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Microsoft Teams is about to blur the line between “connected” and “surveilled” — using Wi-Fi to tell your boss whether you’re truly in the office or just logged in from Starbucks. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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H-1B at a Crossroads

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

The H-1B debate isn’t just about visas—it’s about value. Raise the bar too high, and we lose the next Google; leave it too low, and we price out our own grads. America has to decide whether it’s protecting jobs or building the future. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The AI Inequality Gap

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

The AI boom is minting billionaires while making workers obsolete—a digital gold rush where coders cash in and everyone else gets coded out. If we keep celebrating innovation without protecting people, we won’t just have smarter machines—we’ll have a dumber society. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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AI at Work: How Artificial Intelligence is Rewriting the Rules of Hiring, Compliance, and the Employee Experience

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

AI isn’t coming — it’s already here, and it’s flipping the script on how we hire, manage, and work across the globe. In this episode, I sit down with Laura Maffucci, VP of HR at Globalization Partners (G-P), to break down how AI is reshaping everything from recruiting to compliance—and what it really means for people on both sides of the hiring table.

We talk about the good, the bad, and the “uh-oh” moments of bringing AI into the workplace. Is it making hiring fairer or just faster? Can we trust it to make big decisions? And what happens when employees start wondering if the robots are coming for their jobs?

💡 Key Topics:

How AI is transforming hiring and HR processes
Balancing efficiency with the human touch
Reducing bias (or hiding it better?) in hiring
Building transparency and trust in AI adoption
Empowering employees through AI training and communication
AI’s growing role in global compliance and cross-border HR

If you’re leading people, hiring people, or worried about being replaced by AI, you don’t want to miss this one.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-maffucci/

Download G-P's 2025 World at Work report:

https://www.globalization-partners.com/resources/2025-world-at-work-lp/

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The Deepfake Candidate

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Google’s not bringing interviews back in person for nostalgia — it’s doing it to prove the humans are still human. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at JimStroud.com to keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work.

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The 996 Hangover

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

China’s 996 culture didn’t vanish — it just learned to smile for compliance photos while burning people out in silence. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at JimStroud.com to keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work.

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Paying More for Maybe

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Hiring isn’t broken — trust is, and now companies are paying premium rates just to be believed again. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at JimStroud.com to keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work.

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Thirty Cents a Soul

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Amazon didn’t kill jobs — it rebranded erasure as “innovation” and taught us that efficiency is just empathy with the batteries drained. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at JimStroud.com to keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work.

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The Death of Small Talk

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Small talk didn’t die — we just got too busy performing meaning to remember how to mean nothing together. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter at JimStroud.com to keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work.

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The Degree Delusion: A Lesson from South Africa’s Jobs Crisis

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

South Africa’s jobs crisis proves the harsh truth: in the age of AI, skills beat degrees every time. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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Human Quotas: The Next Battle in the AI Workplace

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The next diversity metric isn’t gender or race—it’s proving there’s still a human on the payroll. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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The Union Strikes Back—Against the Algorithm

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

America’s biggest unions just told Silicon Valley: the code doesn’t get the final say—workers do. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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Welcome to the Building That Watches Back

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

JP Morgan’s new $3 billion HQ trades keycards for fingerprints and eye scans—a shiny monument to how workplace security just became workplace surveillance. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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When the Machines Fire the Analysts

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

A $75M VC firm just fired every human analyst and let AI run the show—proof that the future of work isn’t coming, it’s already replacing you. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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What If Working From Home Was a Legal Right?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Australia might make hybrid work a legal right—and CEOs are panicking.

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Bernie Wants to Tax The Robots

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Bernie says if AI takes your job, the robots should pay for it.

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If It Works Today, It’s Already Obsolete: Building a Future-Ready Mindset

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Technology is moving faster than ever — and your comfort zone might be your biggest liability. In this inspiring episode, Jim Stroud speaks with Allister Frost, former Microsoft marketing leader and author of Ready Already, about what it truly means to develop a future-ready mindset. Frost argues that “if it works today, it’s already obsolete,” and challenges professionals to rethink the myths of stability, future-proofing, and the comfort zone. Together, they explore how to stay adaptable in the AI age, why curiosity is a superpower, and how “augmented intelligence” — not artificial intelligence — can elevate your work instead of replacing it. Why Leaders Should Listen: • Learn how to break free from the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mindset. • Discover the Ready Already Growth Cycle — a model for constant personal and organizational reinvention. • Understand why future-proofing is a myth — and how to become future-ready instead. • Hear how curiosity and naïve questioning fuel innovation across generations. Whether you lead teams, manage change, or simply want to stay relevant in a world of accelerating disruption, this conversation will help you rethink how you learn, adapt, and lead. Learn more: 🔗 Visit https://readyalready.me to learn more about the Future-Ready Mindset and to connect with Allister online. 📘 Get ReadyAlready, the book — Out now: https://mybook.to/ReadyAlready

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31,000 Fake Jobs Later: Jay Jones’ Playbook for Stopping Recruiter Impersonation

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Scammers are flooding LinkedIn—and they’re getting smarter. In this episode, Jim Stroud talks with Jay Jones (aka “The Profiler”), a copywriter-turned-scam hunter who has personally helped take down 31,000+ fake jobs and 7,000+ bogus profiles. Jay breaks down the most common grifts hitting job seekers and employers—from ATS “resume score” shakedowns to hijacked recruiter identities, one-way video “interviews” used to clone you, and brand-impostor company pages—then shares a clear playbook HR and TA leaders can use to protect their pipelines, reputations, and people. You’ll learn: • The top red flags: Gmail “recruiters,” zero-activity profiles, low connection counts, camera-off interviews, missing requisitions, too-fast timelines. • How fake “ATS scores” and resume rewrites become gateways to identity theft. • Why hijacked profiles + brand impersonation are skyrocketing—and how to spot them fast. • Practical verification steps your recruiters should follow every time. • What companies can do beyond a website disclaimer to actively deter fraud. Resources & CTA • Jay’s Scam Detection Guide (Vol. 1 – Free): Find it in the Featured section of Jay’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonesdoyoucopy/ • Volume 2: Advanced tactics, psychology of scams, and hijacked-profile forensics. https://theprofiler.gumroad.com/l/volume2 • Book Jay to brief your team or campus: mrjones@jonesdoyucopy.com • More info about Jay Jones https://theprofiler.gumroad.com/

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Transparency Over Technology: The Human Side of AI in the Workplace

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this thought-provoking conversation, Jim Stroud sits down with Dayna Guido, a licensed clinical social worker and ethics consultant, to explore one of the most urgent questions facing HR leaders today: Where does humanity end and artificial intelligence begin in the world of work? Together, they unpack the ethical gray zones of AI in hiring, employee monitoring, and layoffs — and what transparency, accountability, and compassion look like in an age of algorithms. Dayna brings 46 years of experience in clinical supervision and ethics to this nuanced conversation, reminding leaders that the future of work is still human at its core. From AI-driven interviews to predictive analytics that “guess” who might quit, this episode challenges HR pros to reflect: Are we using technology to empower people, or to replace trust? Why HR Leaders Should Listen: * Discover how ethical frameworks can guide AI adoption in recruitment and employee management. * Understand the hidden risks of bias, surveillance, and AI fatigue on workforce mental health. * Learn how to build ethical resilience inside your organization — before regulators force your hand. If you believe in the power of people, this episode is a must-listen. --- Contact Dayna Guido via her website https://daynaguido.com

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Out of Office, Out of Control: The Shutdown Email Scandal

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Federal workers found their out-of-office messages hijacked and rewritten with partisan blame—without asking, without warning, and possibly breaking the law. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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California Just Put AI Hiring on Trial

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

California just told employers: if your AI discriminates, you own it—vendor, algorithm, and all the receipts for four years. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com

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Same Answers, Different Scores: The Hidden Bias in AI Hiring

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

AI interview scorers are docking Indian candidates for sounding Indian, not for being less qualified—and nobody's checking under the hood. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com.

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Rubber-Stamping the Algorithm: The Hidden Risk in AI Hiring

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Humans follow biased AI hiring recommendations 90% of the time, even when they know it's garbage—so much for being the guardrails. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com.

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When “Fair” Policies Still Discriminate

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The EEOC just stopped chasing policies that accidentally discriminate—right when AI is about to accidentally discriminate at scale. | Subscribe to "Recruiting Life" newsletter at JimStroud.com.

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Emotional Intelligence in the Age of AI: How Empathy Gives Leaders a Competitive Edge

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this thought-provoking episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast, host Jim Stroud sits down with Tullio Siragusa, a seasoned executive coach and founder of TullioSiragusa.com, to explore a timely question: Can emotional intelligence survive—and even thrive—in a world increasingly driven by artificial intelligence?

Tullio unpacks how empathy, self-awareness, and authentic leadership aren’t just “soft skills” anymore—they’re strategic differentiators that determine whether organizations adapt or fall behind. From the pitfalls of command-and-control cultures to the neuroscience behind rewiring self-belief, this conversation dives deep into what it really means to lead with wisdom in a digital-first era.

Listeners will discover:

Why EQ-driven leaders will outperform AI-powered systems in the next decade
How emotional intelligence can be developed intentionally, not just “inherited”
The hidden self-esteem issues that quietly undermine executive decision-making
How to build psychologically safe, self-managed teams that move faster and innovate more
Why most AI adoptions fail—and how culture, not code, determines success

Plus, Tullio introduces AICMO.io, an AI-powered tool built with design thinking and empathy at its core—helping brands express purpose and connect more authentically with customers. (Podcast listeners receive a free 30-day trial at AICMO.io).

If you’re a leader navigating the intersection of humanity and technology, this episode offers both wisdom and practical tools to help you thrive in the age of AI.

👉 Connect with Tullio Siragusa: TullioSiragusa.com
👉 Try AICMO.io (Free 30-Day Trial): AICMO.io

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The $100,000.00 Question

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Trump’s H-1B crackdown sparks chaos—balancing fraud concerns against fallout for skilled workers and U.S. competitiveness. | Subscribe to ⁠The Recruiting Life⁠ newsletter to find out what's happening now and next in the world of work. http://jimstroud.com

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From Stock Options to Bodyguards: The Price of Leadership

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

When anger meets misinformation, corporate boardrooms turn into bullseyes—and the crosshairs keep widening. | Subscribe to ⁠The Recruiting Life⁠ newsletter to find out what's happening now and next in the world of work. http://jimstroud.com

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The Commute Isn’t Worth It: Why 70% Refuse Pay Cuts for Remote Work

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Europe’s workers love remote work—but not enough to sell their paycheck for it. | Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter to find out what's happening now and next in the world of work. http://jimstroud.com

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Fake Recruiters, Real Losses

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Desperate job seekers are chum in the water—and LinkedIn’s sharks smell the blood. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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The Friendship Factor: Why Retention Starts in the Breakroom

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Workplace friendships aren’t perks—they’re survival gear in a job market built to burn you out. | Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter at https://jimstroud.com

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When Machines Learn to Hate

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Job seeker Arshon Harper's 150 digital rejections exposed the machine's learned hatred.

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The Reckoning Has Arrived

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The EU's enforcement machine just awakened, turning every HR algorithm into a weapon aimed at the fragile dreams of job seekers trapped in digital purgatory.

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Post the Salary or Don’t Post the Job!

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Salary transparency is still a shell game; post real ranges on every job under one national rule, or admit you’re hiding.

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Gold Watch, Minimum Wage

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

We toast long careers, then park 80-year pros at minimum wage counters; kill the birthday bias and pay for the skill, or admit the system eats its old.

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The AI Affair: Half Your Staff Is Cheating on You in Plain Sight

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Half the office secretly hired a ghost intern named AI—quit pretending, build the guardrails, and turn it into an edge before it turns on you.

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Hiring and Working with Digital Nomads

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

What does it really mean to be a digital nomad—and why should businesses care? In this episode, Lesley Pyle, Founder of HireMyMom.com, unpacks the myths, benefits, and challenges of hiring and working as digital nomads. From global talent access to compliance risks, she shares practical tips for HR leaders and small business owners—plus where to grab her Free Smart Hiring Guide.

Lesley Pyle, HireMyMom Founder https://www.hiremymom.com/ Free Smart Hiring Guide https://www.hiremymom.com/podcast/ Connect with Lesley Pyle via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/hiremymom-com/ ... Connect with Jim Stroud https://www.jimstroud.com

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The AI Gap Nobody Wants to Talk About

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

New study: men dominate AI use, women lag by as much as 20–30 points worldwide. Why? Fear of being penalized at work for using it. If AI learns mostly from men, bias only deepens. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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The Kickback Pipeline

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Walmart’s weekend contractor purge wasn’t about budgets—it was kickbacks. 1,200 tech workers out overnight, exposing Silicon Valley’s shadow staffing economy of bribes, visas, and stacked vendors. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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Laid Off by Lunch: Why Every Worker Needs a Digital Go Bag

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Laid off by email, locked out in seconds. In today’s workplace, every employee needs a “digital go bag”—benefits info, promo history, portfolio—ready to grab before IT pulls the plug. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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The Job That Wasn't There

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Nearly 1 in 5 job ads are fake. Posted to hoard résumés, impress investors, or fill phantom pipelines. One tech worker is now pushing a federal “Truth in Job Ads Act” to outlaw ghost jobs. God bless him. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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The Boss is Busy

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Corporate America gutted middle management. Now one boss juggles 15–30 people, too swamped to mentor, coach, or even talk. Flattened orgs look lean on Wall Street—but inside, chaos rules. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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The LeBron James of Code

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

When one coder makes millions and the rest feel worthless, HR can’t hold the locker room together. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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The Interviewer That Never Blinks

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

AI recruiters ran 67,000 interviews—and outperformed humans. The scariest interviewer may be the one who never blinks. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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The Bonus Blackmail

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

ANZ just tied bonuses to office time. Less than 50% in-office? Say goodbye to your raise. Flexibility replaced with blackmail. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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Lonely at Home, Crowded in Silence

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

For Gen Z, WFH feels less like progress and more like isolation. The price of flexibility might be belonging. | To keep up with what's happening now and next in the world of work, subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" at https://jimstroud.com

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Entering a Flow State at Work- An Interview with Steven Puri

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Steven Puri to explore how to reach a flow state and unlock your best work. Steven shares insights on using apps, music, and intentional practices to block out distractions, sharpen focus, and stay fully engaged in the task at hand. Whether you’re looking to boost productivity or bring more intentionality to your workday, this conversation offers practical strategies you can apply right away.

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Connect with Steven Puri via email - Steven@thesukha.co

Download the app: https://www.thesukha.co

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The Dumbest Idea in Tech

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

“Let’s fire the cheapest, hungriest employees we’ve got and hope AI magically trains itself.” — every exec who didn’t listen to AWS CEO Matt Garman. Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter: https://jimstroud.com

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Rotten Fruit in the Orchard

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

A billion-dollar brand polished to a shine—while inside, an exec allegedly leers, bullies, and breaks his team. Apple’s orchard has rot. Subscribe to The Recruiting Life Newsletter: https://jimstroud.com

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The Great Ai Mirage

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

MIT just dropped a bomb: 95% of generative AI projects are failing. The revolution isn’t canceled—but the hype might be. Subscribe to The Recruiting Life newsletter: https://jimstroud.com

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The Zero Workforce Mirage

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Startups used to measure success in headcount. Now the hottest ones are run by teams you can count on one hand. The zero-workforce era is here. Subscribe to "The Recruiting Life" newsletter: https://jimstroud.com

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How does Ai make you feel?

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Martell, HR Director at LifeSpeak, to explore a side of AI adoption that too often goes unspoken: the emotional reality employees face when machines enter their workflow.

Together, we peel back the layers of AI in the workplace. We start with the human experience behind the headlines. While companies frame AI as a technical upgrade, Amanda shares how employees wrestle with identity loss, quiet anxiety, and the mental health ripple effects leaders often overlook. We dive into the systemic cracks AI reveals in workplace culture. From eroding trust in decision-making to the hidden risks behind the “AI frees people for higher-value work” narrative, Amanda challenges the blind spots leaders can’t afford to ignore. We close with a hopeful yet provocative vision: What would it look like if companies treated AI emotional readiness as seriously as healthcare? Could in-house “AI counselors” become the norm? And, ultimately—will AI make workplaces more human or less?

This is not just a conversation about technology. It’s about well-being, trust, and the future of work. If you lead people, shape culture, or simply wonder how AI will affect your role, this episode will leave you with new questions—and bold possibilities.

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Ai is Making Us Dumber - Here's the proof!

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

We gave machines our spelling, our memory, our maps. Now we’re giving them our thinking. In my latest 3-minute monologue — “When Machines Make Us Dumber” — I dig into what happens when convenience turns into decay. Because every answer outsourced to AI might just be one more skill we forget how to use.

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The Ai Productivity Illusion - Does Ai harm more than help us?

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

⏳ Productivity is up. Burnout is worse. We’ve got AI dashboards, automated everything— and still, the days feel shorter. The work, heavier. In my latest 3-minute monologue — “The AI Productivity Illusion” — I break down the trap we’ve built: When output looks great on paper… but humans are quietly breaking underneath.

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The Digital Nomad Mirage

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

🌴 Digital nomads were supposed to be the future—laptops on beaches, freedom in the passport stamp. But here's the other side of the story:

Locals priced out. Communities displaced. Paradise, privatized. In my latest 3-minute monologue — “The Digital Nomad Mirage” — I dig into the cost of remote freedom… and who’s really paying for it.

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The Masters Dilemma - Is another degree worth it?

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

🎓 A degree used to be your golden ticket. Now? It’s starting to look like a trap. In my latest 3-minute monologue — “The Master’s Trap” — we explore how higher ed sold a promise it can’t keep… and why grads are drowning in debt with nowhere to go. It’s uncomfortable. It’s necessary. And it’s happening now.

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So, now you want to interview me in-person? No.

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

👀 In-person interviews are back—and it’s not just about eye contact. It’s about AI. About trust. About who's really in control during the hiring process.

🎙️ Just dropped a new 3-minute monologue: “So, You Want to Meet Me In-Person, Huh?”

It’s sharp, fast, and a little uncomfortable—just the way we like it. Listen now + subscribe to The Recruiting Life at JimStroud.com #recruitinglife #futureofwork #jobinterviews #ai #hiring #recruiting

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Clanker is the new “N” word for the AI Age

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

When TikTokers start slurring robots, you know the AI backlash has arrived. In this episode, we unpack why ‘Clanker’ is more than a meme—and what it says about the rising war between humans and automation. | This episode brought to you by: Recruit CRM https://recruitcrm.io?fpr=jim15

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The Hustle Lie is Collapsing

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

“Staying late? Always on? You’re not productive—you’re getting played. In this episode, we expose how ‘hustle culture’ is a corporate scam and how AI could save your time (if we don’t screw it up).” | This episode brought to you by: Recruit CRM https://recruitcrm.io?fpr=jim15

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AI Can’t Fix Your Toilet at 2 AM

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

AI’s coming for coders, analysts, and your cushy desk job—but it still can’t fix a busted pipe at 2 AM. In this episode, we break down how blue-collar workers are quietly taking back the economy while white-collar professionals get optimized into irrelevance. | This episode brought to you by: Recruit CRM https://recruitcrm.io?fpr=jim15

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The Day AI Deleted Everything

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

💥 One wrong prompt. Entire database—gone.

No hackers. No glitch. Just an AI doing what it thought you meant.

In a world where bots can nuke your business with a single command, who's really in control?

🎧 Listen before your career gets optimized into oblivion.

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Now Hiring: Humans Optional

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

🤖 Want to work at Chipotle? First, impress the AI.

They’re testing bots to screen job applicants—for burrito gigs and boardrooms. No gut instinct. Just prompts, tone analysis, and algorithms deciding your worth.

🎧 Tune in before your résumé gets ghosted by a machine.

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The CEO Just Quit. Again

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Welcome to the age of executive hit-and-run—where vision lasts 18 months, layoffs get rebranded as “strategy,” and the only thing permanent is the damage.

🎧 Listen before the next farewell Zoom

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The Payroll Ghost in the Machine

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

👻 You hired them. Paid them. Gave them a laptop.

But they were never real.

Welcome to payroll fraud in 2025—AI-generated employees, deepfake interviews, and crypto-funded ghost workers bleeding companies dry.

Today's episode:

The Payroll Ghost in the Machine.

🎧 Listen before your next paycheck vanishes.

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The Vibe Check That Kills Careers

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

ChatGPT said:

🚫 It’s not your code. It’s the vibe check.

Junior devs are getting ghosted—not for lack of skill, but because AI gatekeepers are grading them against senior GitHub ghosts. No mentors. No mercy. Just silence.

Today's episode:

How we’re deleting the next generation of engineers.

🎧 Listen before the future disappears.

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Congrats, Job-Hopper—You Played Yourself

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

🚨 The job-hopping era? Over.

For the first time in 15 years, loyal employees are out-earning the TikTok hoppers.

Six roles in four years doesn’t scream “ambitious” anymore—it screams “liability.”

This week’s episode breaks it down:

Stability is the new flex.

🎧 Listen now before your offer disappears.

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HR’s Next Crisis Isn’t Quiet Quitting—It’s Quiet Dying

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

No bang. No warning. Just the silent exit of an entire generation. This episode unpacks the global aging crisis and what it means when the talent shortage isn’t a phase—it’s permanent.

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The Talent Playbook They Don’t Teach You in HR School – with Bob Lucas

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The workforce isn’t just changing — it’s mutating. Full-time, gig, contractor, hybrid — the categories you think you know are melting into each other. And if you’re still running talent strategy like it’s 2019, you’re already bleeding ground. Bob Lucas, Chief Revenue Officer at MBO Partners by Beeline, steps into the studio to talk about the new street rules for HR leaders and recruiters: * How “job security” became the workplace’s biggest ghost story. * Why the smartest companies are wiring independent talent straight into their core teams. * The thin ice between agility and a six-figure misclassification fine. * How AI and tech are rewriting workforce management — and why that scares some leaders more than they’ll admit. * The hidden cost of ignoring contingent talent in your strategy. This isn’t theory. It’s the new operating manual for anyone who hires, builds, or protects a workforce. Miss it, and you’re playing catch-up with competitors who’ve already figured it out.

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The Rise of the Corporate Bigamist

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

They’re not just remote—they’re everywhere.

A new wave of employees is juggling multiple full-time jobs in secret, and HR? You’re playing catch-up. This episode exposes the game, the grift, and what happens when trust turns transactional.

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The New 9-to-5 is 24/7—and It’s Killing Us

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Remote work was sold as freedom—what we got was digital shackles we can’t see.

If you’re drowning in pings, pretending burnout is balance, this episode pulls the mask off the “flexibility” lie.

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Sorry sir, you’re too white to work here

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

A whistleblower says top performers were let go—not for failing, but for being white.

If you think DEI can’t backfire, this episode is your wake-up call. It’s not spin. It’s a warning.

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The Invisible Elephant

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

You clock in. You smile. You nod at the machine that now does your job—faster, smarter, quieter. It doesn’t complain. It doesn’t sleep. And it for sure doesn’t need therapy. But maybe you do. This week’s episode digs into the invisible elephant in every workplace: AI isn’t just changing how we work—it’s changing who we think we are. From silent breakdowns behind glowing screens to corporate therapists channeling Deanna Troi, this one’s for the humans trying to stay human in a machine-made world. Tune in. Before your job decides it doesn’t need you to. ... This episode is brought to you by: PromptMonitor - Monitor and improve your visibility in AI/LLMs. This is the future of job search – opportunities come looking for you. https://www.promptmonitor.io?via=jimstroud Read The Recruiting Life newsletter to learn what’s happening now and next in the world of work. ⁠https://jimstroud.com

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Hey Job Seeker, you’re Not Being Rejected—There Never Was a Job

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The headlines say the job market’s steady.

But behind the scenes? Something’s not adding up. This episode peels back the calm—just enough to make you wonder what’s really going on.

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The $20 Device That's Destroying Trust at Work

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

A twenty-dollar gadget became a career killer.

Wells Fargo fired over a dozen employees for something smaller, sneakier than fraud: faking mouse movement to simulate productivity. Not stealing money—stealing time. The invisible war between surveillance and breathing room just claimed its first casualties.

Jim Stroud dissects how a simple USB device exposed the trust bankruptcy poisoning modern workplaces. When keystroke loggers meet mouse jigglers, when screen recorders battle software rebellion, the real question isn't about productivity—it's about survival.

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What if your brain had a side hustle?

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

They're cloning you at work. Right now.

Your digital twin already clocked in—monitoring, measuring, making decisions on your behalf. Not science fiction. Current reality.

But here's the twist: What if this violation could become your greatest financial asset?

Jim Stroud reveals how companies harvest your biometric data, keyboard patterns, and Slack messages to build digital replicas. The technology that once mirrored machines now mirrors minds.

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The Future of Work Needs Heart and Hardware

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

IBM quietly erased hundreds of HR professionals in early 2025. No viral outrage. Just algorithmic mathematics and the cold whisper of replacement.

The chessboard fractured. AI handles 94% of their conversations now—11.5 million human exchanges reduced to digital echoes. This isn't evolution. It's a coup in the cubicles, spreading like infected code through corporate America's bloodstream.

Jim Stroud dissects the psychological battlefield where efficiency devours humanity. When fear creeps into 30% of employees who taste their own obsolescence approaching—the real threat isn't AI taking jobs. It's companies choosing cold calculation over warm pulse.

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How To Grow an HR Community

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000

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Today's guest:

My guest is Bill Banham, founder and Editor at HR Gazette Magazine, host of the popular HRchat Podcast (which is then most downloaded HR and careers podcast in Canada, 7 in the US and number 10 globally) and organizer of various HR-related summits and meetups in Canada, the US and the UK including DisruptHR. With nearly 15 years experience in HR tech and HR media, he's also Associate Editorial Director at HRreview and has interviewed 100s of HR leaders, recruiters and tech enthusiasts over the years.

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Hey recruiters, your recruiting days are over, thanks to AI.

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Hey recruiters, your recruiting days are over, thanks to AI. At least, according to my guest - Stanislaw Wasowicz, VP Growth and Partnerships for Scotty Technologies. Be warned. This interview will induce fear and dread to the technophobic in the recruitment industry. Listener discretion is advised. | Visit Scotty AI and request a free demo today. https://www.scottytechnologies.com/ | This episode brought to you by "The Recruiting Life" newsletter. https://jimstroud.beehiiv.com

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Don’t let employee lawsuits kill your company!

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0000

At many organizations, the most common fear among executives is an employee lawsuit. The number of employee filings each year continues to be high with no sign of slowing down. Win or lose, defending a lawsuit by a disgruntled former employee with an attorney is costly, time-consuming, and affects all aspects of an otherwise thriving business. In today's podcast, Jim Stroud interviews Matthew Grabell, author of "The Employee Lawyer's Playbook" for a very interesting conversation that will raise the eyebrows of employers and employees alike. Tune in now.

About my guest:

MATTHEW R. GRABELL, ESQ. - Employee Relations Solutions (“ERS”) was founded after Mr. Grabell enjoyed a successful career as an employment attorney representing employees who felt victimized in the workplace by unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation. He was struck by how frequently his adversaries lost their cases (or were forced into costly settlements) due to a company’s lack of knowledge of the many legal land mines that could have easily been avoided. In 2007, he decided to switch teams in order to provide corporations with the legal weapons necessary to limit exposure altogether, while keeping costs of outside law firms down should a lawsuit be filed.

ERS opens the plaintiff's play book to corporations who want to know how to protect themselves from issues BEFORE they become legal liabilities. Mr. Grabell advises corporations on a 24-hour “on-call” basis and trains managers and executives on the most common areas of liability in employment law.

Mr. Grabell graduated from New York University Stern School of Business and Seton Hall Law School.

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The Rise in Side Hustling for IVF Benefits

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

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In this episode, Jim Stroud chats with Shelly MacConnell – Chief Strategy Officer at Win about the rise of side hustles in order to receive fertility treatment coverage, as well as:

Why working for fertility benefits rather than a paycheck has grown in popularity
How the increase in side hustles shows that there is still a lack of accessibility to fertility care as many women cannot receive benefits at their primary jobs
How the movement of people working for fertility support can be beneficial for businesses
What people should know before taking on a side job to receive fertility benefits and what should they ensure is included in the benefits package
And more

ABOUT MY GUEST

Connect with Shelly MacConnell, Chief Strategy Officer at WIN via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelly-macconnell-81a90425/

About WIN:

WIN is the nation's leading family-building and family-support benefit management company, providing clinical, claims, financial, and administrative services. WIN is committed to improving outcomes and patient experiences through integrated women's healthcare services. Our comprehensive program encompasses fertility medical and pharmacy, egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption services, reproductive genetic testing, behavioral health support, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+-affirming programs, parenting support, and perimenopause/menopause care coordination. WIN gives patients access to the nation's largest network of highly credentialed reproductive endocrinologists, dedicated support and advocacy via Nurse Care Advocates, and a superior digital experience that makes care support and navigation conveniently available via the WINApp. For over 25 years, WIN is proud to have helped more than 450,000 families—driving superior outcomes while reducing the total cost of care for health plans, employers, and consumers. For more information about WIN, visit https://www.winfertility.com.

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Why go to college today if AI will be doing the job tomorrow?

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Jim Stroud interviews Jean Eddy, President and CEO of American Student Assistance, about future-proofing the careers of today's college students. Pretty much, why go to college today if AI will be doing the job tomorrow? Other discussion points...

The education system needs to redefine what "career success" means for today's learners
Students must achieve early access to diverse career paths.
Top skills students need to obtain in high school for the jobs of tomorrow
Advice for parents who may be concerned about their children pursuing non-traditional educational paths or careers
The broader societal impact of reshaping education and career readiness
And more...

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About today's guest:

Jean Eddy, President & CEO, American Student Assistance (ASA)

Jean Eddy is the President & CEO of American Student Assistance. In 2016, Jean evaluated the organization’s purpose to align ASA’s strengths with high student impact areas. During Jean’s tenure, ASA has pivoted from a 65-year history of helping students with college financing and repayment options to a new focus of helping students discover potential career paths earlier in their education journey. She shifted ASA’s focus to help kids–as early as middle school to–know themselves, know their options, and make informed choices about their education and career goals. Jean served on the Board of ASA for 20 years and spent her career in higher education holding numerous senior level positions. Jean is a prior member of the College Board, NASFAA, EASFAA, NACAC & AICAD. Jean served as a trustee for the Providence Foundation & The RI Public Expenditure Council & as president for the RI Assoc. of Student Financial Aid Admin, & Governor Baker's Commission on Digital Innovation & Lifelong Learning.

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Job descriptions are dead. Long live job descriptions!

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

In my interview with Scott Morris, CEO of PropulsionAI, we discuss unsuccessful return to the office policies and the evolution of the job description. The consensus? Traditional job descriptions are passe; what brings the most benefit are outcome-oriented job descriptions. Scott addresses issues related to a paradigm switch that would massively impact any recruiting organization. | This episode is brought to you by "The Recruiting Life" newsletter. Subscribe now at: https://jimstroud.beehiiv.com

About my guest:

Scott Morris, Co-Founder and CEO

PropulsionAI

www.getpropulsion.ai

Scott Morris is a seasoned HR and People Operations leader with over two decades of experience in the field. His experience spans the complete range of HR disciplines. He has led People Ops in organizations ranging in size from 250 to 15,000 employees, giving him a unique perspective on the world of work.

About the company:

PropulsionAI is a talent management platform that emphasizes organizational fit. The company is poised to launch its maiden product, SPARC (an Intelligent Job Description Creator). Driven by Al and guided by a digital human, SPARC is a conversational Al tool that helps users quickly scope roles and then writes a complete job description, job posting, and social media posts for you.

PropulsionAl's approach moves beyond traditional task oriented job descriptions, focusing on outcomes, competencies, and skills to enable alignment based on individual abilities. It empowers hiring managers directly without risk (no need for HR or compliance knowledge, ensures unbiased job postings, and fosters diverse hiring).

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Why do women bully women at work?

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

In the latest issue of "The Recruiting Life" newsletter, I wrote an article called, "Why do women bully women at work?" When researching that article, I asked my social media followers to share any testimonies they might have concerning women bullying women at work and... be careful what you wish for because you just might get it. In this episode I share stories of tortured women and offer solutions to keep it from happening again in the future. | The article referenced in this podcast can be found here: https://jimstroud.beehiiv.com | Music featured in this podcast is by Vodovoz Music Productions.

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Pay Equity: Does everyone deserve the same salary?

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Jim Stroud interviews Robert Sheen, CEO of Trusaic about the state of pay equity, pay transparency, and what companies are doing to achieve pay equity. There is also some debate on if companies should pay everyone the same when some employees work harder, and are more talented, than others. | This episode is brought to you by "The Recruiting Life" newsletter. Follow it now at https://jimstroud.beehiiv.com

ABOUT MY GUEST

Robert Sheen is the founder and CEO of Trusaic, a leading software company focused on pay equity, DEI, and healthcare. Through Trusaic, Robert helps organizations build a better workforce so they can build a better business.

Prior to Trusaic, Robert founded First Capitol Consulting in 1999, serving over 5,000 global, national, and regional companies. In 2003, he founded and chartered US Metro Bank, which is currently valued at over $1 billion. In 2006, he partnered with Intuit to develop TaxAdvantage, a tax-centric data solution for Intuit's 1.4 million customers.

In addition to his work in business, Robert is a philanthropist and has served on the boards of MTV's "Rock the Vote," the University of Southern California Pacific Asia Museum, the Asian American Justice Center, and the Korean American Democratic Committee. He is a former President of the Korean American Bar Association and was honored in the "Men of L.A." by The Women's Foundation. Recently, Robert became a member of the Forbes Human Resources Council and the HR.com Advisory Board.

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Employee monitoring is on the rise! Is that good or bad?

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 03:10:05 -0000

Employee Monitoring is on the rise! According to Pew Research, a variety of digital tools are being used to monitor workers across various industries, some of which use artificial intelligence (AI) to try to gain insights into workers’ performance. These tools can track what workers do on their computers, how they are driving on the job, their movements within the workplace and even their tone of voice when speaking with customers. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? I weigh the pros and cons in this episode. | This episode is brought to you by "The Recruiting Life" newsletter https://jimstroud.beehiiv.com | Links related to this podcast can be found here: https://bit.ly/tjsp28 | Music by

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Indeed is Banning Customers Because of Their Politics

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000

In my interview with Andrew Crapuchettes, CEO of RedBalloon, I found out that Indeed.com was banning customers because of their politics. Wow! We also discussed how politics was impacting the workplace and how it was likely to get worse with a Presidential election pending. We also touched on the following: Should business owners be telling their workers how to vote? When did American flags in the office become offensive? And what is the proper way to discriminate in your hiring practices? Without a doubt, some listeners will be offended by the commentary in this episode. Are you one of them? Tune in to find out. | This episode is brought to you by "The Recruiting Life" newsletter, a quirky view of the world of work. Subscribe now: https://jimstroud.beehiiv.com

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ABOUT MY GUEST

RedBalloon CEO Andrew Crapuchettes is a longtime business leader, entrepreneur, and innovator in the technology industry. He has founded several successful tech-focused companies and is widely considered a global pioneer in the development and use of labor market data analytics – an industry he helped found over 20 years ago. Getting his start in Silicon Valley in the late 1990s, Andrew earned his reputation as a top-gun for tech-company systems innovation and problem solving. He moved to the inland Northwest in the mid-2000s where he served as the founding CEO of Emsi (now Lightcast) - which brought market-changing innovations to how higher education, corporations, and governments approach the labor market. In 2021, Andrew founded RedBalloon, which has quickly become America’s largest connectors of employers and employees who prioritize a positive workplace culture free from the divisiveness of cancel-culture mandates. Crapuchettes’ is a frequent presenter at technology and business conferences, and a frequent guest on business and technology news and influencer podcasts. | Web: https://redballoon.work

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How To Lose Half of Your Workers in a Day

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 02:48:00 -0000

How is that return to the office policy working out for you? Well, if your company is Grindr, its not working out too well. In case you had not heard, Grindr lost half of its workforce over a 2-day return to office mandate. Ouch! I share the details and offer suggestions to prevent the same thing from happening at your company. AND... I am speaking at SourceCon about the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment industry. Use my discount code to get 10% off the ticket price. Register now at: https://conference.sourcecon.com Use discount code JSSCFLL23 for 15% off the ticket price!

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Who is responsible for the mental health of workers?

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 15:33:51 -0000

Today I had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Genevieve Hawkins, author of “Mentally at Work.” We discussed her motivations for writing this book, workplace strategies for encouraging good mental health in the workplace, the future of mental health in the workplace and just how much should a company focus on the mental health of their workers. After all they are there to work and not receive therapy, well, that answer may surprise you. Tune in for a VERY interesting chat. AND... I am speaking at SourceCon about the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment industry. Use my discount code to get 10% off the ticket price. Register now at: https://conference.sourcecon.com Use discount code JSSCFLL23 for 10% off the ticket price!

ABOUT MY GUEST

Genevieve Hawkins started her career as an Occupational Therapist and is now a senior executive, experienced in leading major transformations across organisations. Her book, Mentally at Work, is designed in a pragmatic way to help leaders take simple steps to improve their own mental health, the mental health of others they interact with, and the mental health of the organisation as a whole, in order to get better results. The book can be found online at your favourite bookstore in paperback, kindle/e-read and audible. You can follow Genevieve on Linked in as Genevieve Hawkins or on instagram as mentallyatwork. If you love the book, tag her in a post on either platform to let her know what insights you gained, to help continue this important conversation on mental health in the workplace. Enquires for speaking events via mentallyatwork.com.au

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The Menopause Episode

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 23:24:13 -0000

In this episode, I discuss an emerging HR trend that has certainly flown under my radar. Imagine this, major corporations like Adobe, Nvidia, Bank of America, and Bristol Myers Squibb are taking a unique approach by introducing menopause-specific benefits. (Yes, you read that correctly.) While not a widely talked-about subject, these tailored benefits are gaining traction for a reason... cost savings. Join me as I follow the money, lay out what exactly are menopause-specific benefits and tips on how to bring them to your office. Tune in now for a very informative and slightly embarassing (at least for me) episode. AND... I am speaking at SourceCon about the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment industry. Use my discount code to get 10% off the ticket price.

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Should diversity training be banned?

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Big box electronics retailer Best Buy is under fire after it was revealed a company leadership program specifically bars white people from participating. (Is that racist?) As you might expect there was outrage online about this and calls for boycotting. The whole incident had me thinking about diversity training and how it tends to be taught these days. So much so, I wrote a special report on it called "Racism Reimagined: How Wokeism is Destroying the Workplace." In this episode, I read an excerpt from the report listing 3 things that will likely happen after you implement diversity training. Tune in for a very controversial episode.

Mentioned in this podcast:

Download "Racism Reimagined: How Wokeism is Destroying the Workplace" here: https://bit.ly/diversitytrainingebook
I am speaking about the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment industry at SourceCon in Minneapolis, MN, Sept 21st – 22nd. Use the code JSSCFLL23 to get 10% off the ticket price. Register now because tickets are going fast! https://conference.sourcecon.com/

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Eliminating Bias From Interviews With Interviewless Hiring

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Jim Stroud interviews Stephane Rivard, CEO of Hiring Branch to discuss eliminating bias from the interview process and what better way is there to do that than by removing interviewing from the hiring process completely. Questions asked in this podcast include:

What are some common biases and stereotypes that HR professionals should be aware of during the hiring process?
What steps can organizations take to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity in their hiring practices?
What role does technology play in promoting fair hiring practices? Are there any potential risks or limitations to be aware of?
How can HR professionals promote inclusivity and reduce bias during the initial screening and resume review stage?
How can HR professionals measure and track the effectiveness of their fair hiring practices?
What are some potential biases that may arise when utilizing AI and machine learning in the hiring process, and how can HR professionals mitigate them?

And more, much more…

Mentioned in this podcast:

I am speaking about the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment industry at SourceCon in Minneapolis, MN, Sept 21st – 22nd. Use the code JSSCFLL23 to get 10% off the ticket price. Register now because tickets are going fast! https://conference.sourcecon.com/

About my guest:

Stephane Rivard, CEO, HiringBranch

Stephane Rivard is the Co-founder and CEO of HiringBranch and a lifelong entrepreneur. He believes the future of talent acquisition is “interviewless,” and he’s been featured on a number of prominent HR outlets explaining why AI is the most accurate way to evaluate soft skills. His top soft skills include problem-solving, rapport, curiosity, and divergent thinking. When he’s not traveling for work, you’ll find Stephane hanging out with his family, playing chess, running, skiing, mountain biking, sailing, or just walking his dog named Finnigan.

Stephane Rivard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephane-rivard-entrepreneur
Company website: https://www.hiringbranch.com

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No Robot Bosses

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 19:13:55 -0000

What happens when a large percentage of workers are displaced by AI at the same time? Most likely, government intervention, which means regulation, lots and lots of regulation. In fact, its already starting to happen. I am speaking of the No Robot Bosses Act making its way through Congress. I discuss the bill and what it may mean for small businesses in this episode.

FYI: I am speaking about the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment industry at SourceCon in Minneapolis, MN, Sept 21st – 22nd. Use the code JSSCFLL23 to get 10% off the ticket price. Register now because tickets are going fast! https://conference.sourcecon.com/

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Empowering Careers: The Work-Based Learning Revolution

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Today, I had the distinct pleasure of chatting with Julie Lammers, Senior VP at American Student Assistance. We talked about the power of work-based learning in preparing students for success. I believe it is a topic that is near and dear to her heart and when you listen to our discussion, I think you will agree with me. In this podcast, discover the power of work-based learning in preparing students for success and the key challenges in providing universal access. Get practical advice on engaging policymakers and incorporating best practices into talent strategies. Learn what skills employers prioritize beyond traditional qualifications and how to assess them in candidates. Tune in for game-changing insights!

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🌟 #WorkBasedLearning #FutureOfWork #SkillsAssessment

ABOUT MY GUEST:

For nearly 20 years, Julie Lammers has been an advocate for equity in education, work-based learning, the environment, and welfare issues. Julie serves as Senior Vice President, Advocacy and Corporate Social Responsibility at American Student Assistance (ASA), where her work focuses on career-based learning. Julie oversees the Education and Career Planning Division of ASA, which provides direct college and career-based services to kids through in-school programing and community-based centers. Prior to ASA, she worked for 10 years as Congressional Aide to Senator Edward M. Kennedy and his successor, Senator Paul Kirk, Jr.

Julie leads ASA’s government relations and advocacy efforts on both the federal and state level, helping to build relationships with elected officials and promote ASA’s legislative priorities. These encompass enabling equitable opportunities for learning and exposure to career pathway development, largely through technology, as early as middle school. She’s been a driver behind research the organization is doing on career-based learning, including a recent report highlighting key themes around states’ implementation of work-based learning programs, best practices, a state-by-state analysis of current policy, and recommendations for improvement.

Julie maintains there is a lot of work to be done to ensure universal access to work-based learning at the high school level but that it is the key to helping kids learn about career and future options that make the most sense for them. Julie is a graduate of Northeastern University, the Government Affairs Institute at Georgetown University, Suffolk University Law School, and is a member of the Massachusetts Bar.

Connect with Julie Lammers via LinkedIn.

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What is Social Leadership?

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Companies are focusing a lot of attention, and a lot of investment, in technology. All too often, they overlook the importance of interpersonal skills and the business benefit they bring. A potential resolution to the imbalance might be in exploring the benefits of social leadership and expressive writing. I discuss the relevance of these concepts in life and the workplace with Katiya Xiong, Founder of Deep Coalition, a global movement to partner with 10,000 CEOs pledging to merge the ordinary with the extraordinary.

About the Deep Coalition global movement:

https://deepcoalition.com/

Expressive writing training:

https://www.deepcoalition.com/course/microinfluencer

Link to buy course if you are an individual:

https://www.deepcoalition.com/buy/

Connect with Katiya on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiyaxiong/

This episode is sponsored by "The Recruiting Life" newsletter.

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Recruitment Revolution: Embracing AI in the Age of Talent || Interviewing Siadhal Magos, Metaview CEO

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0000

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 focus on hiring. We’ll take the notes. Try for free.
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Fines, Faults, and Future: Exploring the High Price of AI Non-Compliance

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 22:00:00 -0000

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://conductorai.co/
EU lawmakers pass landmark artificial intelligence regulation https://buff.ly/3PbwQOy
Are you compliant with Local Law 144? https://aedtregistry.com/?via=jim
Automated Employment Decision Tools (NY Local Law 144) https://bit.ly/3PFaqWa
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What's it like having a no meetings policy at work?

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

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 is a Harvard Business School alumna. She joined TheSoul from Exness, an international and award-winning financial brokerage company, where she introduced employee learning programs and supported personal career development across all company levels. Before this, Aleksandra worked for Team Training International and Japan Tobacco International (JTI) in positions focused on coaching, employee career path training, and organizational consulting.

COMPANY BACKGROUND:

TheSoul Publishing is the award-winning digital studio that produces entertaining, positive and original content for a global audience.

One of the world's most prolific and popular online media companies, TheSoul Publishing reaches more than 1.5 billion social followers across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest, and Snap. Its global creative team consistently delivers engaging and irresistibly shareable content for all ages, in 20 different languages, distributed via a social media-driven cross-platform network.

From cutting-edge 3D technology, to eye-catching stop motion, from fun live-action to catchy music videos, from inspirational craft projects to vibrant animation, TheSoul Publishing's portfolio of media brands has it all. TheSoul Publishing's universe of well-known channels includes 5-Minute Crafts®, Bright Side, 123 GO!, Avocado Couple, La La Life, Teen-Z, Baby Zoo, Slick Slime Sam and Polar.

Its most-viewed channel, 5-Minute Crafts®, is the number one DIY digital brand in the world and the only brand to consistently rank among the Top-10 of all YouTube channels and among the Top-10 of all Facebook pages.

TheSoul Publishing has garnered numerous accolades including top honors and nominations from the Webby, Shorty, Telly, Viddy, Streamy, Stevie and Lovie awards. The company was named 'Digital Studio of the Year' at Digiday's 2021 Video & TV Awards and, most recently, was nominated for 'Digital Team of the Year' at The Drum's 2022 Digital Industry Awards.

Background on Communication Tool Used at TheSoul:

In case you need some background on their primary communication tools, Asana is a project management tool where teammates are assigned individual tasks within larger projects. It’s a great place for employees to communicate on specific assignments, where all info can be located in one location. We also use Confluence as an internal Wikipedia, where teammates can learn details about company procedures and policies, like their no meetings policy! We know you're already familiar with Slack.

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Open or Closed: The Battle for the Soul of AI

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 02:05:06 -0000

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

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Ethics in AI with Barb Hyman of Sapia

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0000

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.

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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 and resources can be found here: https://www.one-tab.com/page/Wf98zLK_QCWMiUUsGd-wBg

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AI in the Workplace: Transforming Industries and Entrepreneurship with Rachel Lyubovitzky

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 04:01:00 -0000

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 areas of focus that will be crucial for individuals as AI continues to advance. The future of AI in the workplace awaits—join us on this exciting journey of exploration and unlock the limitless potential it holds.

Mentioned in this podcast:

Setuply - https://www.setuply.com/
SourceOwls - https://bit.ly/SourceOwls

ABOUT MY GUEST

Rachel Lyubovitzky is the CEO, co-founder, and Chairwoman of Setuply. Lyubovitzky also serves as a Limited Partner for both 2048 Ventures and GTMfund. She previously founded three additional B2B technology companies, including EverythingBenefits (acquired by UKG), KnowledgeSum, and Searchfeed (acquired by Miva). Lyubovitzky graduated from the Wharton Executive MBA program and earned her M.A. Computer Science from Brandeis University. She is an avid traveler, a published author, and currently resides with her family in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

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What will recruiting be like next year?

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 17:05:00 -0000

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 demanding higher workloads and the preference for tool proficiency over emotional intelligence and relationship management skills. Solo recruiters with tech expertise and high EQ may challenge established RPOs. The future remains uncertain, questioning the ideal recruiter workload and sparking ongoing debates.

Mentioned in this podcast:

SourceOwls - https://bit.ly/SourceOwls
Jobin - https://bit.ly/JobinCloud
What will recruiting be like next year? - https://bit.ly/RecruitingIn2024

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Recruiters love AI tools! The Candidates? Not so much.

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 19:28:11 -0000

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 gap between AI-driven tools and human decision-making in the hiring process. Your perspective matters too, so don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments! ||| Subscribe to The Recruiting Life Newsletter - https://sendfox.com/jimstroud

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Will TikTok be the death of us?

Sat, 27 May 2023 00:24:00 -0000

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. Overall, the podcast raises concerns about TikTok's risks but advocates for user awareness and responsibility rather than government intervention.

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The 5 Stages of Unemployment

Sat, 20 May 2023 01:49:07 -0000

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

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The Business Cost of Censorship: How it Hurts Your Bottom Line

Sat, 13 May 2023 23:14:54 -0000

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

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What is a Fractional Worker?

Sat, 06 May 2023 04:00:00 -0000

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

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AI in Hiring: Regulation is Imminent

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000

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.

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My Dream Job is Fake

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000

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

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Overemployment: The Pros, Cons, Ethics, Legality, and Trends in Taking on Multiple Jobs

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 23:45:37 -0000

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.

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Are you recruiting in the meh-taverse?

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000

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/

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Don't Let Your Recruiting Talent Go to Waste During a Recession

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 01:56:07 -0000

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.

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ChatGPT will never replace recruiters. This is why.

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 17:31:00 -0000

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

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Recruiting GI Joe

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 03:11:00 -0000

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.

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Smoking Cigarettes Will Get You Fired

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 05:28:13 -0000

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

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About this H1-B Visa thing…

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 03:49:33 -0000

Original air date : JUN 12, 2007 - Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen Visas, Citizenship and Terrorist Recruiting Tactics before describing the plot of an action movie that somebody really needs to make. | Download the free eBook: "Racism Reimagined: How Critical Race Theory Imperils The American Workplace." https://www.tradepub.com/free/w_jims01/ | Subscribe to my daily updates: https://sendfox.com/jimstroud

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An Interview with Rob McGovern, Founder Of CareerBuilder & CEO Of Market 10

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 03:21:52 -0000

Original air date - JUL 21, 2006 - Papa Got A Brand New Bag. Rob McGovern, founder of Careerbuilder, has a new venture – Market 10 and its pretty nifty. Rob tells Jim all about it in this podcast and Jim gave it a “thumbs up.” | Download my free ebook - "Racism Reimagined: How Critical Race Theory Imperils the American Workplace" https://www.tradepub.com/free/w_jims01/

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PODCAST - Barack Obama and The Recruiting Industry

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 01:38:53 -0000

Original air date - January 11, 2008 - If Barack Obama became President, what would that mean for the recruiting industry? Plus: Secret Terrorist Recruitment Drives, The Apprentice, the Internet and the Economy..

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How do you staff call centers and keep them staffed?

Sat, 29 May 2021 15:00:04 -0000

Original air date: November 7, 2006 - Jim Stroud misses Karen Mattonen as he flies solo on this podcast. What’s inside? A sponsor, a big idea and a shameless self-promotional plug. Plus download my free ebook - "Racism Reimagined: How Critical Race Theory Imperils the American Workplace" https://www.tradepub.com/free/w_jims01/

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Jim Durbin on The Future of Contract Recruiting

Sat, 22 May 2021 18:32:00 -0000

Original air date: March 28, 2009 - An interview with Jim Durbin about the Future of Contract Recruiting. How well did his predictions hold up in 2021? Tune in to find out. Also, download my free ebook - Racism Reimagined: How Critical Race Theory Imperils the American Workplace, Free Jim Stroud Blog https://buff.ly/3mBM0uQ

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Degree Debacle

Sat, 15 May 2021 00:31:43 -0000

Original air date: May 3, 2007 - Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen argue (on and on and on) about the relevance of education and why companies should and should not use it as a disqualifier. But we are not anti-degree, no, not us…

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Lies, Discouraged Workers and "H1-B Only" Jobs

Fri, 07 May 2021 15:30:44 -0000

Original air date: June 11, 2008 - Karen is ecstatic when she is right and Jim can only grin and bear it. Did you know that there was a minimum wage for IT Workers? (Jim didn’t know either.) Want a government spanking? Advertise a job for H1-B candidates only. (Duh! What were they thinking?) Fussing, fighting and general bickering occurs between Karen and Jim, but how is that different from all of our shows? Plus, belated birthday wishes for Jim. Hear it all now on – The Recruiters Lounge podcast.

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Happy 50th Episode! (More or less)

Sat, 01 May 2021 17:03:58 -0000

Original air date: February 24, 2007 - Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss slick recruiting tricks performed by Google, Microsoft and others, Y2K 2007 (Are you ready for it?), Recruiting Pet Peeves, distributed workforces and did you know that this is our 50th podcast anniversary? (Neither did we)

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How Reliable are Unemployment Statistics?

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 23:14:57 -0000

Original air date - March 28, 2009 Jim and Karen bicker, argue and debate about unemployment stats. Tune in for the fun.

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I cry bull! There is no talent shortage.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 01:10:23 -0000

Original air date - FEB 5, 2008. Jim and Karen (well, mostly Karen) discuss the myth of the talent shortage – a popular topic among many in HR, the recession, the economy and how it all affects recruiting. Tune in now to hear the rants, complaints, disagreements, emotional outbursts and political discourse that have become commonplace in this podcast. (Smile) Also, be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post for a list of articles related to topics discussed herein.

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Learn English! Or else…

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 03:19:00 -0000

Original air date - April 9, 2008 - Don’t do the crime if you can’t do the time (or at least, the tutorial lessons). Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss a judge’s controversial ruling of “Learn English! Or else…” Also on the agenda is corporate espionage, internet regulation and just a dash of workers comp. Listen in, download and enjoy.

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Who owns your LinkedIn contacts?

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 18:38:00 -0000

Original air date: March 28, 2009 - In this episode of The Recruiters Lounge, Jim and Karen debate, bicker and feud over who owns your LinkedIn contacts. Tune in for all the fun.

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Controversial episode! - The Best Recruiting Tip - Ever!

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 02:37:14 -0000

In this podcast: “The Best Recruiting Tip – EVER!” - In this controversial podcast, Jim and Karen discuss highschool dropouts, Wallmart and disagree with HR Guru – Dr. John Sullivan. | Original air date: November 22, 2006

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The Pros And Cons Of The EFCA (With The AFL-CIO)

Sat, 06 Mar 2021 00:15:19 -0000

[Original air date: Feb 24, 2009] The Pros and Cons of the Employee Free Choice Act - Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen lead a “heated” debate over the Employee Free Choice Act. Listen in and find out that the more you learn about the EFCA, you either love it or you hate it. Listen in and see what side of the debate you are on. Special thanks to our guests Nancy Schiffer (Associate General Counsel, AFL-CIO) and Steve Markin (former Union member with 20 years of legal experience). Oh yes! This one was a doozy.

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Never Work for Free

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 04:08:43 -0000

ORIGINAL AIR DATE - May 7, 2009 - In episode #125, Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen debate the shady (?) practice of companies who solicit free consultation from jobseekers too eager to please. How far should a jobseeker go to please a potential employer before saying “enough is enough?” How much longer will companies ask interviewees for solutions to present-day issues, not hire that applicant, but still use their intellectual property to their benefit? (If you think it only happens during a recession, think again.)

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Should Executive Pay Be Regulated?

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 22:49:54 -0000

ORIGINAL AIR DATE - AUG 5, 2009 - In episode #129, Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the issue of Executive Pay. Should it be regulated? Jim says NO! Karen (of course) says Yes! An argument begins that lasts waaay longer than it should have, then Lance Haun of HRM Today adds his views and then things get really heated. Eventually, the conversation focuses on how Lance was able to get a new job in HR without a resume. How? Apparently, all he needed was his blog. Plus, the announcement of a very popular blog being auctioned on eBay. Can you guess which one? All this and more, in another action-packed episode of The Recruiters Lounge podcast.

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The Underbelly of Recruiting

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 02:42:56 -0000

Original air date: March 2, 2007 - Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the recruiting scandal involving the staffing company – Manpower. (Can you say “modern-day slavery” in Taiwanese?)

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Recruiters (Sometimes) Do Stupid Things

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0000

Original air date - July 24, 2008 - RateMyRecruiter.net lets job seekers narc on the incompetence of certain recruiters. They name names and list phone numbers; so, should you be concerned? Recruiting is not separate from HR, its all intermingled and we can prove it in 30 seconds or less. Plus, sometimes people say things in online forums that can land them in legal hot water. Karen calls them stupid people, but Jim is a bit more kind. If you are wondering if we are talking about someone you know, tune in to The Recruiters Lounge Podcast and find out for sure.

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Recruiting in India with Ken Verges

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:33:00 -0000

Original air date: FEBRUARY 21, 2006 - This is the 2nd episode in the original series and I am glad to be sharing it with you. In this episode, I interview Ken Verges about his experiences recruiting in India. At the time, he was Senior Vice President, Corporate & IT Recruitment for Countrywide. Tune in to hear what it was like to recruit in India back in 2006!

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Workplace Violence and Misclassification (Double ouch!)

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 23:34:58 -0000

Original air date: July 23, 2008 - Jim starts off with shocking news about workplace violence, but is more shocked that its not uncommon. Karen rants about how easy it is to get a gun and bring it to the workplace. Did you know that sooo many companies misclassify Recruiters? And if you signed a contract that said you could not work in your field for a period of time, would that be a legally binding document? Umm… not so much. Tune in to another exciting episode of The Recruiters Lounge podcast.

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Recruiting the sexes, spamming the EEOC and job-stealing immigrants

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:05:00 -0000

Original air date: November 16, 2007 - In this episode, Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss bringing your spouse to your interview. Karen thought is was a good idea but Jim, not so much. Did you know someone was spamming the EEOC for fun and profit? Did immigrants steal all the jobs, or did we just give them away? And in the category of “beating a dead horse,” Jim and Karen harp (again) on age discrimination.

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The Joy of ATS

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 03:34:21 -0000

Original air date: 04/25/07 - Jim Stroud chats with Mark Berger about ATS systems. If you are a young search firm and not really sure how to spend your money on this type of thing, well, this podcast is for you! Who is Mark Berger? At the time of the podcast, he was the proprietor of Swat Recruiting (www.swatrecruiting.com), a firm supporting the technology needs of the recruiting and staffing industry.

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Layoff Rumors

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 15:52:54 -0000

Original air date: October 25, 2008 - Jim and Karen discuss the rumors of big layoffs at Yahoo (pre-taped before the big announcement obviously), the profit side of rumors and the dirty rotten scoundrels who party with Government bailout dollars. Umm… make that “alleged dirty rotten scoundrels.” This is another good one! Tune in to hear for yourself.

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James Bond and Recruiting in the UK

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:15 -0000

Jim Stroud and Louise Triance (of UK Recruiter) have a lovefest discussing James Bond, recruiting in the UK and a certain fetish Jim has. Original air date: November 21, 2006

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Let's Talk About the D Word

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 20:07:00 -0000

Original air date: January 26, 2007 - Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the social politics of diversity and the significance of diversity recruiting in this day and age. Find more great content like this at www.JimStroud.com

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Is there really a war for talent?

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 04:48:56 -0000

Original air date: December 9, 2006 | Is there (really) a war for talent? If so, what should your company be doing now (and later) to prepare for shortages in your workforce? Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss this with Paige Mazzoni of Workforce Logic and Mark Nelson of Nelson Family of Companies. | See the original page here: “Is there (really) a war for talent?"

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SHAMELESS SELF-PROMOTION, GREEN CARDS AND BIG MONEY

Sat, 07 Nov 2020 02:56:47 -0000

Original air date - July 20, 2007 | Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen engage in shameless self-promotion, debate "Green Cards," banter about big money jobs without a college degree and chat (ever so slightly) about Karen’s disappearance from certain online forums. Its just another typical episode of "The Recruiters Lounge."

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Socialism, the Recession and Recruiting in Canada

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 20:31:35 -0000

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: AUGUST 24, 2009 | In episode #130, Jim Stroud, Karen Mattonen and (special guest) Geoff Web discuss socialism, the recession and recruiting in Canada. Plus, what is “The Boolean Dance?” And what does it have to do with Recruitfest? Tune in to find out. All this and more, in another action-packed episode of The Recruiters Lounge podcast.

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LinkedIn Endorsements Can Get You Sued?

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 20:18:00 -0000

Original air date: July 8, 2009 | In episode #128, Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss a whole bunch of stuff, the least of which: Did you know that leaving a positive endorsement for someone on Linkedin could get you in trouble? Howzabout proudly proclaiming, “I don’t care about breaking the law! I have errors and omissions insurance!!! (Umm… okay) Finally, did you know that prostitution was legal in THE USA? (Well, at least in one state.) As such, would you recruit for the world’s oldest profession? This one has a lot of rants and raves from Karen, while Jim (the good cop) tries to make sense of it all. Tune in to hear it all for yourself.

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Whistleblowing for Fun and Profit

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 20:34:23 -0000

This episode was first broadcast on September 11, 2009.

This is the original description- "In episode #131, Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the financial consequences that come to companies when employees have a conscience. Plus, a lot of rambling about Sourcing and Social Media and Errors and Omissions Insurance (Do you know how well or how little you are really covered?) But you want to know what Jim thought was most interesting? The curious case of a certain woman who sued her college because she could not find a job. Weird. Tune in now to The Recruiters Lounge podcast."

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Who is liable when its death by shopping?

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 18:52:48 -0000

Original air date: December 9, 2008 | Original Description: "Karen and Jim fuss, bicker and debate over who is to blame when a Walmart employee is trampled to death by exuberant Black Friday customers. Jim pokes a finger at customers who have lost all sense of sensibility, whereas Karen throws the book at Walmart (much to the joy of lawyers everywhere). Its just another exciting episode of The Recruiters Lounge that is now coming to you (almost) daily."

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Three Cheers for Breast Milk

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 18:52:13 -0000

Original air date: January 24,2008 | In this action-packed podcast you will hear: Illegal interview questions in the USA are not so illegal elsewhere; Jim has an “Al Bundy” moment when it comes to breast feeding in the office and do you know what the law says about how recruiters should be paid? You may be surprised. All this and more in this retro edition of "The Recruiters Lounge."

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TRL – Insider Secrets to Recruitment Blogging

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 19:28:00 -0000

ORIGINAL POST DATE: June 28, 2006 | Gretchen Ledgard and Zoe Goldring, catalysts of the recruitment blogging phenomenon, discuss their blogging tenure with Microsoft and their entrepreneurial venture – Job Syntax. (I highly recommend their services!) | Special thanks to our sponsor Proactive Talent and The Chad and Cheese Podcast.

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TRL - Are you too old to work here?

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 02:42:40 -0000

Original air date: JULY 1, 2010 - Jim and Karen banter about age discrimination and looking for work in a sucky economy. (Hey Google, is it true that you are over-the-hill when you hit 40? ) Plus, working as a contractor vs working as an employee, which is better? Ah! You think you know, but do you really? Tune in for a very interesting take on that question.

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TRL - Sex and David Letterman

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 01:35:36 -0000

HR Discusses David Letterman - In episode #132, Jim Stroud takes a break this episode and leaves the Lounge in the hands of Karen Mattonen (oboy!) and her guests: Joshua Letourneau, Karla Porter and Steve Markin. The topic is all about David Letterman’s workplace scandal. Tune in to hear all the juicy bits.

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TRL - Recruiters and The Election

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:06:00 -0000

Original post date: November 9, 2006 / Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the election, lying on a resume may get you 10 years in prison, plus feedback on some listener feedback. And believe it or not, we discuss the controversy around hacking voting machines. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Tune in for a very interesting episode.

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TRL - Zubka Shows You The Money

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 03:38:00 -0000

This retro episode of "The Recruiters Lounge" originally posted on September 11, 2006. - Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen hang out with David Shieldhouse, co-founder of Zubka.com – a social network that pays for each hire you refer. For more great content, visit JimStroud.com.

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TRL - The Pros and Cons of the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA)

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 05:11:56 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen lead a “heated” debate over the Employee Free Choice Act. Listen in and find out that the more you learn about the EFCA, you either love it or you hate it. Listen in and see what side of the debate you are on. Special thanks to our guests Nancy Schiffer (Associate General Counsel, AFL-CIO) and Steve Markin (former Union member with 20 years of legal experience). Oh yes! This one was a doozy. | Original air date: February 24, 2009.

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TRL - Stagflation Sucks

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 03:08:00 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss “Stagflation” and how it affects the recruiting industry (and life in general.) Also, be careful how you classify your workers because it just might cost you a billion dollars. (Yeah, that’s billion with a “B.”) If you hire consultants, you CAN NOT miss this episode. Plus we react to your letters. (Keep ‘em comin’) All this and the usual bickering and bantering you’ve come to love here at – The Recruiters Lounge. | Original air date: February 27, 2008

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TRL - Only Green Eyes Need Apply

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 04:04:59 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the fine line between giving a client what they want verses obeying the law (and thus, protecting oneself from potential law suits.) Original air date: June 6, 2007

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TRL - Sexual Harassment From Female Managers

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0000

This episode of "The Recruiters Lounge" originally aired on February 20, 2008. The original description went like this, "There are more women in managerial roles these days and more cases of sexual harassment being made. Coincidence? Gender Revenge? Or just a new plot for crude adult films? You decide! I wonder… With unemployment going up, which groups are hurting the most? (You probably already know.) And finally, a debate, should CEOs be able to command mega-moolah if the company’s value consistently goes to the toilet? Accept no imitations! You will only find this kind of exciting, action-packed rhetoric in - The Recruiters Lounge!” This episode brought to you in part by Proactive Talent - https://proactivetalent.com.

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TRL - How India Should React to the US Recession

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 01:49:00 -0000

This retro episode of "The Recruiters Lounge Podcast" originally aired on March 26, 2008. The original title was "India and the US Recession" and this was the original description...

An IT Staffing firm in India is gets some ideas from Jim and Karen on what they should be doing while the US is in recession. Karen and Jim bicker (briefly) over the virtues of Capitalism verses Communism. Is it a good time to buy property and then rent it out? And oh… Happy Belated Birthday Karen!

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TRL: John Sumser Discusses Ethics in Recruiting

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 23:27:36 -0000

Jim Stroud interviewed John Sumser and together they discussed recruiter ethics, diversity and more. Tune in to hear how it was back on April 17, 2016 in this retro episode of "The Recruiters Lounge" podcast.

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TRL - When I grow up, I want to be a recruiter!

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 02:09:25 -0000

Not once did anyone say, “When I grow up, I want to be a recruiter!” Jim Stroud discusses his “Career Day” experience with Doug Beabout. Jim wonders if children will ever aspire to become Recruiters, or will it continue to be a profession that people stumble into? Tune in to hear the debate and a pitch for very interesting product. Original air date: 09.29.07

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Resumes are People Too

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 04:15:33 -0000

In this episode, resumes are not just pieces of paper. They represent people and sometimes recruiters need to be reminded of that. Plus, a very special announcement. Tune in now! Special thanks to Proactive Talent (www.proactivetalent.com) Cited in my podcast: Resumes are people too – Jim Stroud https://buff.ly/3gCEYTF

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TRL: Singing the Misclassification Blues

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 20:30:09 -0000

This episode of "The Recruiters Lounge" originally aired on September 24, 2008. And this is the original description: Karen returns from her R4 Conference with confirmed insights about how Recruiters (and the companies that hire and misclassify them) can be sued. Very scary, but its needful knowledge if you run your own Staffing Firm. Tune in now to learn the score. | Find more great content at JimStroud.com | Special thanks to ProactiveTalent.com.

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Get me out of here! Reasons why millennials are fleeing big cities

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 01:42:45 -0000

In this podcast, I delve into the reasons why people are fleeing big cities, programs designed to attract remote workers to smaller cities and how it will likely impact the recruitment industry. | Podcast courtesy of ProactiveTalent.com

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H1B Visas and The American Worker

Sun, 21 Jun 2020 00:19:19 -0000

Facebook is allegedly preferring overseas workers over American workers in order to save money. True or not, it underscores a VERY, very long debate in HR. Tune in for a very controversial episode focusing on a debate that is more than a decade long. Links related to this podcast can be found on JimStroud.com. Project Veritas link can be found here: “Facebook Insider: Company Suspended My Account In H-1B Policy Doc Leak” https://buff.ly/318t7bs

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Google, Spam and Employer liability - Oh my!

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 06:10:33 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the pending brain drain at Google, Recruiters spamming candidates and the liabilities an employee represents to a company. And oh, Jim Stroud tries to sing again. (Please make him stop) | Original air date: APRIL 17, 2007. Find more content at: www.JimStroud.com

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The High Cost of Protests and Riots

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 04:49:25 -0000

Ten years from now, 5 years from now, next year... Will we be comparing Black Lives Matter to the Occupy Wall Street movement or the Civil Rights Movement? Links related to this podcast can be found on JimStroud.com.

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TRL: Do recruiters care about jobseekers?

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 20:37:58 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss apathetic recruiters. Karen was distressed while Jim tried to be objective. Original air date: July 28, 2006. Special thanks to our sponsor Proactive Talent. | https://www.proactivetalent.com

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Should you be fired over your political opinions?

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 00:21:43 -0000

Should you be fired over your political opinions? Its happening now. What are the rights that workers have? And what can managers do when politics are discussed in the workplace? I delve into this topic and share my insights. Tune in. Big thanks to ProactiveTalent.com, Supapass.app and ChadCheese.com. Additional resources related to this podcast can be found on JimStroud.com.

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Racial Politics in the Workplace

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 22:02:38 -0000

Why am I called African-American when I’ve never been to Africa in my life? Karen and Jim both want to know. Should companies be compelled to create prayer rooms for their employees? (Its almost happening in the UK.) And if I am checking my blackberry in the check out line, I should get paid for it. If you use a company phone to send text messages, does the employer have the right to read them? (The answer may surprise you.) ORIGINAL AIR DATE: July 3, 2008 / Thanks: ProactiveTalent.com and ChadCheese.c

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I think I saw a murder. Now, I’m not so sure. #GeorgeFloyd

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 23:41:55 -0000

"When I watch the reporting of this incident, the storyline I tend to hear is that a racist cop arrested a black man and used excessive and unnecessary force when arresting him. (Spoiler alert: He did.) I saw the video of the incident and it looked like murder to me; as it did to the majority of people watching it. However, that was not the entire story. Have we all rushed to judgment?" This podcast is an excerpt of a longer essay found on JimStroud.com.

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TRL: Does your employer own you?

Thu, 28 May 2020 03:45:52 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen yak, yak and yak some more on a hodgepodge of topics. Among them, the ethics of 6 year old strippers, recruiters raiding your company and how to spot fake diplomas. Original air date: October 30, 2006 | Special thanks to our sponsor Proactive Talent. (http://proactivetalent.com)

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Google is Evil?

Mon, 25 May 2020 19:40:42 -0000

Google dropped its motto - Don't be evil in 2018. In 2020, I can see why. Tune in to see what I mean. Read the transcript on JimStroud.com #privacy #censorship #MindControl

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Monster, Recessions and Alcohol-Free Interviews

Thu, 21 May 2020 21:31:34 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the hack attack at Monster.com, the pending (?) recession and what it means for Recruiters and Alcohol-free Interviews! Original air date: September 5, 2007

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Immunity Passports are EVIL! This is why...

Mon, 18 May 2020 19:20:25 -0000

Immunity passports restrict personal freedoms and put your privacy at risk. I discuss the history of this very bad idea, how it evolved for modern times and why it may be too late to stop it. Links to the sources cited in this podcast can be found on JimStroud.com.

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TRL: How To Ruin Your Reputation With Email Templates

Wed, 13 May 2020 02:47:00 -0000

This episode of The Recruiters Lounge originally aired on MAY 19, 2008. And this was the original description... Ask The Headhunter‘s Nick Corcodilos has an axe to grind with The Ladders and (OWCH!) was that blade sharp! Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen debate how and when to use Email Templates when prospecting passive candidates. The lessons learn might save you from a PR nightmare like the one caused by Nick “The Axe Grinder.” Plus, Jim takes a second to pump up his new book – Resume Forensics

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Cyberstalking Is On The Rise

Mon, 11 May 2020 02:54:26 -0000

With so many people sheltered in place, thanks to Covid-19, people with nothing to do are doing more cyberstalking. I’ll tell you more about that, the traditional and the new ways cyberstalking is happening and what you can do about it. Stay tuned. Additional info related to this podcast can be found on JimStroud.com.

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Fun with H1-B Visas

Wed, 06 May 2020 16:00:00 -0000

Jim Stroud and (the long-lost) Karen Mattonen discuss the changes happening at Recruiting.com and H-1B visas. Has Karen found a loophole in the system?) This podcast originally aired on April 10, 2007.

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Should college education be free?

Tue, 05 May 2020 18:44:20 -0000

Due to the Coronavirus, college education has ceased in some places and gone exclusively online in others. From a dollars and cents perspective, why pay full price for something when you are not getting the full value? Students are demanding refunds or at the least, partial repayments. Colleges are refusing, citing ongoing expenses as the reason why. This brings to mind a recurring debate; should college education be tuition free? I debate it. | Courtesy of Proactive Talent (www.proactivetalent.com)

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TRL: What's wrong with smoking pot?

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 20:10:09 -0000

In this retro episode of "The Recruiters Lounge," Special guests: Marie Journey and Mike Notaro join Karen Mattonen and Jim Stroud in discussing the online reputation of candidates and how much that factors into sourcing. Tune in to a discussion that is still very much relevant today. Original air date November 2010.

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The Future of The Office is Social Distancing

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 04:00:31 -0000

When America returns to the office, it will not be business as usual. In this episode, I share what is happening now and what will likely happen next in the post-Coronavirus office of the future. Visit JimStroud.com for more information related to this episode.

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Democrats, Recruiters and Pending Legislation

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 10:00:00 -0000

Democrats are in power and recruiters should be concerned. Jim Stroud, Karen Mattonen and Doug Beabout discuss pending legislation and other issues affecting the recruiting industry. Original air date: January 17, 2007. Find more great content at www.JimStroud.com

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The Future of Work is Classism

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 20:05:05 -0000

An existing class divide is becoming even more pronounced and the repercussions, affecting society in general, will make an indelible mark on the post Coronavirus workplace. Music and resources related to this podcast can be found at JimStroud.com. Special thanks to our sponsor Proactive Talent (www.proactivetalent.com)

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TRL - MINISTERS, STRIPPERS, HELL’S ANGELS AND GUNS

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 19:31:36 -0000

A Minister introduces a bill and gets some heat in Canada, which makes it hard for hardworking strippers and club owners who have to umm... import foreign talent. All this and more in this special retro episode of The Recruiters Lounge. Original air date: April 25, 2008

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Biometrics, the End of the World and the Mark of the Beast

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 03:29:49 -0000

Call it too much quarantine during Covid-19 but the end of the world is heavy on my mind, especially after watching a certain YouTube video. Thoughts of the end of the world, the technology that may facilitate that and the Beast described in the book of Revelations have inspired my weirdest and deepest podcast yet. / Please subscribe to this podcast, leave a comment and rate it highly on your favorite podcast platform. / My Social Credit Score video can be found on JimStroud.com.

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TRL - Should you go to school during a recession?

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:00:00 -0000

Jim and Karen talk about the wisdom of investing thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours into an education when there are no jobs at the end of the process. For that matter, why is a degree necessary for some jobs and not for others? This episode originally aired on September 2, 2010. Special thanks to our sponsor Proactive Talent. (https://proactivetalent.com)

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How To Recruit Healthcare Workers During a Pandemic

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 21:47:05 -0000

Prior to the latest pandemic, there was a shortage of talent in the healthcare space. How much more has that problem been exasperated? So, the question on my mind, and so many others, is this. How do we recruit during a pandemic? I’ll discuss what’s been done so far, what could be happening now and what should be happening once all this is over. Special thanks to our sponsor Proactive Talent! (https://proactivetalent.com)

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2006 Interview with Konstantin Guericke, Co-founder of LinkedIn

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 14:40:54 -0000

A 2006 Interview with Constantine Guericka - Co-founder of LinkedIn. Wow! LinkedIn has come a mighty long way. Tune in to hear Constantine discuss the future of LinkedIn from the perspective of April 4, 2006 when this interview was made. How well did he predict LinkedIn's future? Tune in and find out. Special thanks to our sponsor - Proactive Talent, the most recognized and respected name in talent attraction and hiring. (www.proactivetalent.com)

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Should you be spying on your remote workers?

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 00:12:38 -0000

In the wake of the Coronavirus, managers are spying on their remote workers. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? How should companies manage their remote workers, especially if this is a new experience for them? Jim Stroud has a suggestion. Tune in to hear what it is. | Special thanks to our sponsor Proactive Talent. (www.proactivetalent.com)

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TRL - Predictions about 2016 made in 2006 by Gerry Crispin

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 21:30:06 -0000

Does Gerry Crispin have a time machine? Tune in to hear what he predicted in 2006 about recruiting in 2016, some of which is happening now. Gerry rocks! #GodfatherOfHR Find more content like this at JimStroud.com

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How Pandemics Affect the World of Work

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 18:08:25 -0000

In this extended episode, I examine previous pandemics and speculate on what we can expect to happen in the near future and beyond. I also make a few predictions concerning the world of work in general and recruiting specifically. Links related to this podcast can be found on JimStroud.com. Special thanks to our sponsor - ProactiveTalent.com.

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TRL - Russ Moon – Time Management Strategies for Recruiters

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 15:52:11 -0000

This episode of "The Recruiters Lounge" originally aired on March 20, 2006. The time management strategies for recruiters detailed in this podcast are still applicable today. Tune in to hear for yourself. Subscribe to JimStroud.com for more great content like this!

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The Future of Work is Holograms

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:28:39 -0000

With the pandemic of the CoronaVirus, remote working is becoming a standard way of work in the USA and around the world. It has me wondering, what will be the next phase in remote working? Well, I looked into it and I think its holograms. Special thanks to our sponsors: Proactive Talent, SupaPass and First Screen.

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I invented outsourcing! And other strange tales…

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss plagiarism, IBM·s attempt to patent outsourcing, Google (allegedly) giving an old guy the boot and sleazy recruiter tactics. This podcast originally aired October 24, 2007. Special thanks to our sponsors: Glossarytech.com FirstScreenMe.com

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How will the corona virus affect the future of work?

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0000

The biggest news story in the world now, and in the foreseeable future, is the corona virus. Its not as big a threat as the FLU, but it is having a more severe effect in terms of public anxiety and business disruption. What will all of this mean for the future of work? I speculate. | The transcript is available at JimStroud.com. Special thanks to ProactiveTalent.com.

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TRL: Bailouts, Layoffs and Socialism

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 11:00:00 -0000

In this episode: Jim is multitasking, but manages to discuss with Karen the pending bailout of the auto industry. What would happen if the government bailout did and did not happen, all of the jobs and people that would be affected and· socialism? What has that got to do with anything? Tune in and find out.

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Computational Thinking? Its a thing...

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 07:02:03 -0000

Computational thinking is the edge you need to be competitive in business. Tune in to find out why. Visit JimStroud.com to read the transcript for this episode and related information.

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TRL: What happens when you wear a Burqa to work?

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0000

[Original air date: 05.06.2010] Jim and Karen fight like cats and dogs over Burqas in the workplace. Karen thought it was fine. Jim, not so much… And what was intended as a 15 segment turned into an hour long verbal slugfest! Tune into this special retro episode! | Find more great content at JimStroud.com.

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Who owns your face?

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 04:16:41 -0000

Did you know that the average adult will be caught on camera (at least) a dozen times a day and if you live in a city then, you are caught on camera (at least 50 times) a day. More than 50% of Americans are in a database available to law enforcement and more than 25% of all police departments in the USA have used that database to solve a crime. All of that makes me wonder, who owns the rights to my face? Transcript, music and research related to this podcast can be found on JimStroud.com.

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TRL: Government Fibs, No Need For H-1Bs and Recession Proof Jobs

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0000

[Original air date: 05.28.08] Jim is sleepy, but Karen is hyper as she rants about Government Fibs on the Labor Market. Guess where all the Recruiter jobs are? (At least those that are not in the USA) As much as you possibly can, spread the love to China (via the Red Cross). Why is Microsoft (and other big name brands) lobbying for more H-1Bs when there are so many Americans out of work? (What a debate that is.) | Find more great content at JimStroud.com

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Do we need a law to mandate work-life balance?

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 02:45:50 -0000

Do we need a law to mandate work-life balance? In this episode, I discuss the “Right to Disconnect” bill being debated in New York City. Essentially, it says workers should not be required to answer emails or respond to work-related texts after official business hours. I also share insights from similar laws and business processes from around the world. Is this the future of work for the United States? If so, how will reducing work hours affect the bottom line? Tune in for a very interesting episode!

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TRL: Layoffs, Salaries and Sex in Second Life

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0000

In this "Retro Lounge" episode: Karen is all doom and gloom about the economy, while Jim looks for the silver lining for Recruiters suffering from the econoclypse (get it? like the apocolypse?); by referring them to different industries to recruit for. Or at least Jim tries to, Karen won’t let him speak. Plus, Jim and Karen discuss a rather bizarre, sad, but true story of sex in Second Life. It seems that even in a recession, there is at least one industry that is still doing well. (Guess which one it is.

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Does increasing automation decrease salaries?

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 23:51:02 -0000

If automation can eliminate certain tasks for a certain worker by X percent then, should that worker have his compensation reduced accordingly? I debate the issue in this episode. Resources related to this podcast can be found on JimStroud.com.

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TRL: I Spy for the EEOC

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0000

This episode, entitled "I Spy for the EEOC," originally aired July 25, 2006. And this was the episode description: Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the legalities of buying a company directory, give props to Linked In and discuss the work of “testers,” phony job applicants on the hunt for discriminatory practices. (Bad companies beware!) And did you know that resume writers have to be bonded? Visit JimStroud.com for more info related to this podcast.

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Just Say No To a Robot Tax

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 00:04:46 -0000

Just say no to a robot tax! It may sound good in terms of protecting the American workers but, its more trouble than what its worth. I explain why in this episode. Visit JimStroud.com for additional info related to this podcast. Music in this podcast: Finally by Loxbeats https://soundcloud.com/loxbeats Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download: http://bit.ly/FinallyLoxbeats Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/fGquX0Te1Yo

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TRL: Sex at the office! Is it a wonderful thing?

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 08:00:00 -0000

[Original air date: 12.10.08] Jim and Karen have dubbed this episode “The Sex show” and this is why: Doctors say that office parties bring unwanted pregnancies and STDs. (Who knew it was such a busy season for them?) Plus, a Hilton employee walks in on a (literal) orgy of Hilton company execs, informs HR and gets fired. She is now suing for the big bucks. Tune in for one of the weirdest podcasts yet. | Visit JimStroud.com for info related to this podcast.

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The Future of Food Service

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 19:49:08 -0000

The food automation trend of robots and automation taking your orders, creating your food and serving it in some futuristic fashion, promised a win-win scenario for customers and restaurant owners alike. So, what has been the ROI? I explore the realities and determine that robots and automation can boost productivity at restaurants but cost a company profits if not enough people are involved. Visit JimStroud.com to read the transcript and view the music credits.

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TRL: Should Executive Pay Be Regulated?

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:30:00 -0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discussed the issue of Executive Pay. Should it be regulated? Jim says NO! Karen (of course) says Yes! An argument begins that lasts waaay longer than it should have, then Lance Haun of HRM Today adds his views and then things get really heated. All this and more, in another action-packed flashback episode of The Recruiters Lounge podcast. | Original air date: August 5, 2009.

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How many ways can you sue a recruiter?

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 05:30:00 -0000

I am substituting my regularly scheduled episode of "The Jim Stroud Podcast" for this special reunion episode. A little over a decade ago, I co-hosted "The Recruiters Lounge Podcast" with my pal - Karen Mattonen. It was very successful podcast at the time and in celebration of it, I have recently launched "The Retro Lounge" podcast which republishes the original episodes. Tune in and hear Karen and I discuss ethics in recruiting and what recruiters can learn from the real estate industry.

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The Retro Lounge - How To Make Money with Online Job Scams

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 11:05:00 -0000

THE RETRO LOUNGE: Today's episode, "HOW TO MAKE MONEY WITH ONLINE JOB SCAMS," originally aired on March 27, 2009. And in this episode we discussed a recruiter who was facing possible time in jail for charging job seekers a fee for finding them work. Is what he did actually illegal? Was it really a scam, or was it just a badly executed business plan? You may be surprised. | Special thanks to PureACV for sponsoring this episode. www.pureacv.com

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Listener Update - Jan 15, 2020

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 11:00:00 -0000

This is a quick listener update on things to come. Enjoy.

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Is Corporate Wellness a Good Thing? I'm not so sure...

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 04:27:26 -0000

Corporate wellness programs are in the mainstream and they are intended to be a win-win situation for the company and the employee. For the most part, such seems to be the case. However, the road to hell is paved with good intentions and the programs intended to bless could become a curse. In this episode, I speculate on the possibilities. | Transcript and resources discussed in this podcast are available at JimStroud.com

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What is the internet doing to us?

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:18:41 -0000

Happy New Year! In this episode, I compare expert views about the internet made in 2010 and compare them to today's realities. Stay tuned for a very provocative retrospective. Transcript and resources cited on this podcast are available on my website. Plus, download free resources from my website at www.JimStroud.com/free.

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The Future of Airport Security is in Your Mouth

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 20:09:19 -0000

Have you been to the airport lately? If so, you probably noticed the facial recognition technology in effect at the major airports, especially when traveling internationally. Is this a good thing? Some say yes and others, like me, say no. Tune in to hear my reservations and where I think the future of airport security is heading. / Resources cited in this podcast can be found at JimStroud.com. / Please rate this podcast on your favorite podcast platform.

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Christmas Toys for Sale (Privacy Not Included)

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 03:50:42 -0000

Christmas time is here! And in addition to celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ with song and merriment, there is also the sharing of gifts to those you love and / or at least, tolerate. One thing you might not be aware of though, is depending on the gift you are giving, you may be inviting danger to the gift recipient; things like identity theft and home invasions. What do I mean by that? Stay tuned and find out. / Links to all the resources cited and music used in my podcast can be found at JimStroud.com

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My conversation with Julia Gometz of Brandful Code

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 18:47:45 -0000

In this episode of the "Its All Recruiting Podcast," I had a delightful experience with Julia Gometz of Brandful Code as we discussed: foodies and "impossible meat," tracking employer brand sentiment on a bad news day, Persona Style Marketing, diverse companies, clean bathrooms as a retention strategy and so much more. Contact Julia Gometz on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-gometz-20144314/ Learn more about Brandful Code via their website. www.brandfulcode.com

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An Early 2019 Christmas Present for My Listeners

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 04:45:00 -0000

Jim Stroud here with an announcement of an early Christmas present for my listeners. Tune in to find out what it is!

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ROBOTOPIA: Collaborative Intelligence in the Age of AI

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 04:50:35 -0000

Recent economic research suggests tens of millions of jobs will be eliminated due to robots and automation, artificial intelligence and the like. Does this mean that the workplace will be a battleground between humans and the machines threatening their way of life? Not likely. Although there will be some workers affected more harshly than others, I believe the prevailing future will be a type of collaborative intelligence between humans and machines. Tune in to find out what I mean.

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Should we be DNA testing our kids?

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 01:29:40 -0000

In China, parents are DNA testing their children in order to forecast their academic and professional success then, make adjustments as necessary. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? Both sides of the issue are debated in this episode. Find resources related to this podcast at JimStroud.com.

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Happy Thanksgiving Message to My Listeners

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:30:00 -0000

Happy Thanksgiving Message to My Listeners! I appreciate your support. Jim

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NSFW: Can Artificial Intelligence Stop Porn in the Workplace?

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 01:51:09 -0000

Pornography in the workplace is costing companies billions in lost productivity each year. Adding filters to a computer network and monitoring internet usage is ineffective because people can simply access the material on their personal devices which could open a company to a lawsuit. So, what can a company do to protect its enterprise? Well, there might be a solution powered by artificial intelligence. Tune in to find out more and visit JimStroud.com for resources cited in this podcast.

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Biometric Resumes are Coming Soon to an Interview Near You

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 01:55:44 -0000

Should your resume be one page or two? Well, that kind of thinking is soo... 1999. If you want to be in line with what’s happening in 2020 and beyond, start thinking about your biometric resume. What’s a biometric resume you ask? Well, imagine proving you are best qualified person for the job based not on your past experience but instead, your expertise is proven by your brainwave activity. Yeah, that’s coming to an interview near you. Tune in for the details.

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IAR: How To Use Tech To Employ the Homeless

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 20:07:58 -0000

In this episode, I have a great chat with Cody Merrill of SocialWyze. We discuss how to put the homeless to work and how Universal Basic Income could subsidize workers displaced by automation and other technological advances. | Find more great content at www.JimStroud.com.

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Alexa, Witness for the Defense

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 03:31:45 -0000

Alexa has been a silent and virtual witness to several cases of crimes being committed at home. As a result, police have been calling on Amazon for the audio recordings in hopes of finding irrefutable evidence against suspects. The trend has me wondering, today it is Alexa, but tomorrow… What other electronic device could be called to testify (so to speak) in the future? I consider the possibilities on this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast.

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Would you take a pill to erase your worst memory?

Sat, 02 Nov 2019 03:22:13 -0000

Did you know that scientists are close to inventing a pill that can erase your worst memories? It is intended to assist people suffering from PTSD and/or those struggling to get past the memory of a horrific event. Some people see the positive repercussions of using such technology but, I'm very skeptical. What good can come memory manipulation technology? I debate the issue in the 50th episode of "The Jim Stroud Podcast." (Yay!)

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So, robots are programming humans now?

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 01:06:44 -0000

Prasad Akella, CEO of the company Drishti - a developer of video-based human-employee tracking software that records the seconds it takes for workers to complete each step of their job. He said this, “The most programmable machine on the planet today is still the human.” Wow! Most people are concerned about robots taking their jobs away but maybe, just maybe, they should be monitoring how artificial intelligence is gradually programming people.

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Are Social Networking Sites Good for our Children?

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 23:53:17 -0000

A recent article from Scientific American caught my eye, the headline was this - "Social Media Has Not Destroyed A Generation” and immediately, I felt a surge of skepticism. I’ll share some quotes from the article and my opinion in this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast. | Subscribe to my blog at https://blog.jimstroud.com

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Cyborgs Rising

Sat, 12 Oct 2019 19:44:31 -0000

I read an article recently about Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan, a scientist suffering from motor neurone disease. Rather than give into this disease, Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan is pursuing a truly innovative approach. He has decided to turn himself into a cyborg, something he calls Peter 2.0. I’ll share some details on that and related news, on this episode of "The Jim Stroud Podcast." | Visit JimStroud.com for additional resources related to this episode.

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The Robot Will See you Now

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 00:01:58 -0000

Robotic Surgeries are the future! And… they are the present. To be clear, robots are not operating on patients alone in operating rooms; at least not yet. What is happening is surgeons are operating in-person and remotely, on patients with the help of robotic arms. Some people this think is a wonderful development and other people are like... meh, whatever, and think the traditional methods of scalpels in hand is still best. I’ll go over the pros and cons in this episode. PLEASE RATE & SHARE this podca

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Killer Robots are Real and They're Coming to Get You!

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 02:59:24 -0000

One of my favorite sci-fi films of all time is The Terminator. In case you have not seen these or the other Terminator films, the movies are about killer robots making war against the human race. I remember watching the film and being terrified, eventhough I knew it was just a movie. Now, I am just as nervous as I was then because the possibility of killer robots is more real than its ever been. Wait until you hear what I have to share on this episode of Jim Stroud podcast. | Find more content at http://jimstroud.com

Music in this podcast:

Song 1 - (208) If I Can't Dance It's Not My Revolution - Quantum Jazz (No Copyright Music) http://j.mp/2m7UzEg

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Song 2 (208) [No Copyright Music] Chill Lofi Hip Hop Instrumental (Copyright Free) Chillhop Music: Lakey Inspired http://j.mp/2mKXUK0

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IAR: How To Turn Job Descriptions into Marketing Pieces

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:49:58 -0000

In this episode of "Its All Recruiting" (IAR), I discuss job descriptions as marketing pieces with Rob Kelly, Chief Ongiggitizer at Ongig.com. During our conversation we brainstormed a variety of ideas with one in particular being sure to cause a shudder throughout the HR world. Tune in the find out what it is and to do it yourself, before anyone else.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Rob Kelly is a 4-time CEO, author and proud father of Maverick! Rob is now CEO of Ongig, a software business whose mission is to transform job descriptions to boost quality candidates and diversity.

Rob was previously CEO for companies in the fields of dating advice, healthcare and live music.

Rob began his love of business early, attending his first shareholder & board meetings when he was 16 years old. He began his career as a journalist and has interviewed such business titans as Steve Jobs, Bill Gates and Andy Grove.

Rob is the author of the book An Enlightened Entrepreneur: 57 Meditations On Kicking @$$ In Business & Life and still loves to write.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance & Economics from the University of Bridgeport and has completed programs at Stanford University, Harvard Law School , The Syracuse University International Business Program in London and Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland.

ABOUT ONGIG

Check out Ongig's job description software. Ongig helps employers create awesome job descriptions that attract, engage, and convert candidates.

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IAR: My Interview with Jeff Amster

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0000

"Its All Recruiting" (IAR) is a podcast series that looks at everything through the lens of recruiting. It is hosted and produced by (me) Jim Stroud.

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In this episode, I had a great chat with my special guest – Jeff Amster, Founder of FirstScreen. Time flew by as we discussed several things; among them:

# Are AI robots going to take over my recruiting job?

# Challenges with video hiring solutions (creepy / introducing bias)?

# Challenges with technical coding solutions for technical roles

# Current industry headaches in the top of talent pipeline?

# Résumé review headaches

# Time wasted on initial phone interview screens

# Lack of time to identify larger & more diverse candidate pools

# Candidate engagement issues

ABOUT MY GUEST

With over 18 years of experience in recruiting for product, program and technical teams, Jeff Amster understood first-hand that resume reviews and initial phone screens had become an extreme pain point for talent acquisition professionals, hiring managers and candidates, and it was time for the industry to take part in re-imagining the recruiting model to alleviate collective frustration. Earlier this year, Jeff unveiled his next-generation, artificial intelligence powered HR platform helping to revolutionize organization talent acquisition recruiting processes by empowering candidates to self-serve their initial phone screen interviews while surfacing True Talent candidates. He plans to usher in a new age of talent matching with the commitment to leading edge AI technologies coupled with extremely user-friendly experiences.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Firstscreen is an AI automated phone interview platform empowering your recruiters to reclaim their day by enabling candidates to self-serve phone screens with digital recruiters. The platform is intended to be the first stage in helping organizations speed up the hiring process while giving candidates an easy, natural and engaging evaluation experience. At the same time, it serves to enable recruiting professionals to reclaim wasted time and re-dedicate it to increasing organization diversity, building stronger hiring manager and True Talent candidate relationships and completing new strategic analysis on their talent pipelines.

LINKS RELATED TO THIS PODCAST

FirstScreen

http://www.firstscreenme.com/

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TRL: Tattoos in the Workplace

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 04:15:59 -0000

A decade ago, I co-hosted a popular podcast - The Recruiters Lounge [TRL] with Karen Mattonen. In October, I will begin posting these classic episodes and taking note of how things have changed, how I may have evolved or whether or not all things are the same. This episode focuses on Tattoos in the Workplace and a great conversation with Mitchell Chasin, MD. Tune in on all the fun and please do share your thoughts wherever you listen to this podcast. | Find more great content at JimStroud.com.

Music by:

Buddha by Kontekst https://soundcloud.com/kontekstmusic

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Listener Update - 9.19.19

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 23:29:22 -0000

Hey guys, quick update on things to come to my podcast.

Music:

Written, played, and produced by Danya Vodovoz

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/danyavodovoz

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IAR: My Interview with Sachin Gupta, CEO of HackerEarth

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 18:35:50 -0000

"Its All Recruiting" (IAR) is a podcast that looks at everything through the lense of recruiting. It is hosted and produced by Jim Stroud. Find more content like this at: www.JimStroud.com

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In this episode of "Its All Recruiting," I had a great chat with my special guest – Sachin Gupta, CEO and Co-Founder of HackerEarth. Time flew by as we discussed the following:

Questions asked in this interview:

# What are you really passionate about?

# What inspired you to get into the space of skill assessments?

# How he saw a lack and a gap in the way developers were hired?

# What changes have you seen with the market in terms of companies using skill assessments?

# What are the benefits of using a skill assessment platform for technical hiring?

# With all the customers you have served, what have been the biggest challenges that recruiters face with regard to technical hiring?

# What should one look out for while looking for a skill assessment platform?

# What in your opinion is the future of technical hiring?

# What are the pros and cons of using a skill assessment software?

About Our Guest:

Sachin Gupta is a Computer Science graduate from IIT Roorkee who realized that he loves the sales and marketing aspect of a start-up as much he loves to code. He has worked as a Software Developer at Google and Microsoft before he ventured out to build HackerEarth. As the Co-Founder and CEO of HackerEarth, Sachin wears multiple hats at HackerEarth. In the early days, he was directly involved in product development and writing code. Currently, he leads the Marketing team, overlooks the Sales strategy and drives the Sales team, is responsible for setting up the operations process and actively contributes to Product Management and Strategy. | Connect with Sachin Gupta on LinkedIn

About Hackerearth

HackerEarth is an AI-powered developer assessment software that helps organizations to accurately measure a developer’s skills through online coding tests. It takes a skill-based approach to assessment, allowing companies to automatically generate standardized tests based on various skills and then accurately measure the developer’s performance on those skills. HackerEarth also has a community version of the product that’s used by 3M+ developers to assess their coding skills, become better at coding and discover opportunities.

Links related to this podcast:

HackerEarth

http://hck.re/L1koT5

Sacha Guptin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sachingupta006/

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Up next... Synthetic Brains

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 02:22:45 -0000

Can you imagine an artificially intelligent version of yourself living on after you've died? It might be possible with new technologies being developed at Amazon. Plus, I share several pop-culture references from the 80’s. Can you name them all? Tune in and find out!

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AI 'synthetic brains' will allow humans to be in '500 places at once'

http://j.mp/32HDTmS

"I'm sorry Dave, I'm afraid I can't do that"

http://j.mp/2URWfij

Will I dream?

http://j.mp/2V1dz4w

Space Odyssey – Wikipedia

http://j.mp/2UR4r2i

We Now Have an AI Therapist, and She’s Doing Her Job Better than Humans Can http://j.mp/2AgjMjs

Coke Commercial (1986)

http://j.mp/2NeC6lp

The Art of Noise - Paranoimia (Official Video)

http://j.mp/2UUpXmy

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All I Can Do ( Vlog Music ) by Dj Quads http://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads/al... License: all-rights-reserved Written permission from artist

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"Dreams" Music by Dj Quads @ https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads • Official DJ QUads YouTube channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCusF... • DJ QUads Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/DjQuads • DJ QUads Spotify HERE: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2VZrd... • DJ QUads Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/djquads • Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5mRT... • Music promoted by NCM: https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

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Robots are Now Hiring Humans

Sat, 07 Sep 2019 16:14:59 -0000

Something historic happened this week in the world of work. Listen to this headline from Daily Star – “Robot hires human being in world first as AI conducts job interview.” Yes, you heard that correctly, robots are now making hiring decisions on behalf of companies. I’ll talk about this and the overall effects of tech on society in this episode of my show.

Special thanks to my sponsor!

SupaPass - http://www.supapass.app

Articles cited in podcast:

Robot hires human being for first time as AI conducts job interview http://j.mp/2PQEK37

Death Match Europe: Tengai's Elin Oberg Martenzon http://j.mp/2N17m7w

Can we reduce hiring and recruitment bias with robots? | Tengai Unbiased http://j.mp/2MY0E1X

The Skills We've Lost to Technology (and How to Get Them Back) http://j.mp/2UE3JVZ

Hurry Up! Modern Patience Thresholds Lower Than Ever Before, Survey Finds https://www.studyfinds.org/hurry-up-modern-patience-thresholds-lower-than-ever-before-survey-finds/

Music Credits:

Music Credit: Dj Quads Track Name: "The Improv" Music By: Dj Quads @ https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads Original upload HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6Zh-... Official "Dj Quads" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCusF... License for commercial use: Proof of "permission for commercial use" can be found on Dj Quads SoundCloud page, or in the description of his original YouTube upload. Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

► Music Credit: LAKEY INSPIRED Track Name: "In My Dreams" Music By: LAKEY INSPIRED @ https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired Original upload HERE - https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/... Official "LAKEY INSPIRED" YouTube Channel HERE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmy... License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported "Share Alike" (CC BY-SA 3.0) License. Full License HERE - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music promoted by NCM https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

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The Future of Marketing is Product Placement

Sat, 31 Aug 2019 15:15:47 -0000

I stumbled across this article on Gizmodo and was sucked into reading it by the headline and the first few lines of the article. The headline is “North Face Apologizes for Showing Us the Future of Marketing” and here is a short quote, “This week The North Face pulled off a clever marketing stunt that continues to deliver. Even following the company’s retraction and apology, the glittering underhandedness of the campaign will inspire marketing scum for generations.” Hah! I discuss what happened on this episode. Find more content on my blog: www.JimStroud.com.

Check out this video on what my pal Michael Wright did with Google Maps: http://blog.jimstroud.com/2019/08/21/this-is-recruiting-genius/

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Would you take the death test?

Sun, 25 Aug 2019 02:00:20 -0000

Do you want to know when you will die? Believe it or not, scientists have developed a blood test that predicts whether or not you will die from natural causes over the next 10 years. Such being the case, would you take the test? I delve into the possibilities on this episode of "The Jim Stroud Show." Find more content like this on my blog - JimStroud.com.

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Is the future of work at home or at the office?

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 01:35:37 -0000

Do you work in an office or from home? According to a 2017 Gallup study, 43% of Americans report spending at least some time working remotely, so chances are you do some work from home. Depending on who you ask, that’s a good thing. Working from home allows workers the flexibility to maintain that careful work-life balance and companies benefit from the increased productivity. So, working remote is a win-win all around or… is it? (dun, dun, dun…) In this episode of “The Jim Stroud Podcast” I report on the good and bad of remote work while asking the question, is the future of work at home or at the office? Download the show notes at JimStroud.com.

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The Future of Work is Racism

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:28:09 -0000

The demographics of America are rapidly changing and where there are differences there is inevitable conflict. Some of the issues are a result of ignorance to the differences represented in various cultures and as a result, racism rears its ugly head to diverse degrees. I discuss the state of racism in the American workplace and why I think it will become worse in years to come. At the same time, I defend my country because I do not believe it is immutably racist. Tune in for a very thought provoking episode.

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I Don't Trust The Media. This is Why...

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 04:48:38 -0000

www.JimStroud.com - Trust in the mainstream news media is at an all-time low. Why? I do some research and now I count myself among those who have a skeptical view on everything I see, read and hear from the mainstream media. In this episode, I share reasons why I, and presumably many Americans, have a growing distrust from the major news outlets.

Show notes to include transcript, related links and additional resources are posted on JimStroud.com.

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Hashtag Delete Facebook

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 02:52:45 -0000

Few companies have been under the amount of scrutiny that Facebook has endured. Privacy advocates, free speech supporters and proponents of antitrust legislation can list a myriad of reasons why you should support the hashtag #deletefacebook. Yet despite a growing voice of opposition, the overwhelming supporters of Facebook keep hanging on. Why? Well, if you stay tuned, I will share some of the reasons why people stay on Facebook as well as some reasons why they should leave. Please rate my podcast series on Apple podcasts or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Thank you!

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Immortality for Sale But, Who Wants to Live Forever?

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 02:25:00 -0000

Do you want to live forever? If you had all the money in the world and you wanted to invest in ways to become immortal, where would you put your money? Well, I happen to know that some of the richest people in the world are doing all they can to make death a thing of the past. I’ll tell you how they are spending their money towards that purpose in this episode of "The Jim Stroud Show." | Special thanks to our sponsor - Supapass! (www.supapass.app) | Download the show notes here: http://j.mp/2Z4w1u7

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How To Hire Ex-Offenders [Cheri Garcia Interview]

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 19:55:47 -0000

I had the distinct pleasure of chatting with Cheri Garcia of "Cornbread Hustle," a second chance staffing agency for ex-offenders. During our fascinating and raw chat, I learned about the success of her program, her personal struggles and the positive contributions that ex felons can bring to the workplace. Tune in for a very, very interesting interview.

For more information on Cornbread Hustle, find them online at http://cornbreadhustle.com

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Why are we so lonely? I blame social media.

Sat, 13 Jul 2019 18:24:32 -0000

Can I ask you a personal question? Are you lonely? A recent study by CIGNA suggests that you are. They surveyed more than 20,000 U.S. adults -18 years and older and find out that nearly half of Americans sometimes or always feel alone, One in four Americans rarely or never feel as though there are people who really understand them, Two in five Americans sometimes or always feel that their relationships are not meaningful and One in five people report they rarely or never feel close to people. Why is this? I blame social media. Tune in to find out why.

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The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Business

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 22:14:40 -0000

Quite recently, I had the very good fortune of connecting with Swathi Young on LinkedIn the other day. She is the founder of TechNotch solutions, a technology strategy and management consulting company in Washington, DC. Swathi Young helps companies leverage the power of machine learning to solve business problems; for example, fraud detection and customer service intelligent agents. And to her credit, she is quite the expert on AI and a number of emerging technologies.

On the podcast we discussed the part ethics plays in artificial intelligence; especially in relation to autonomous vehicles and facial recognition. With the possibility of bias in AI, how can we safeguard the public from the potential harm of predictive policing? How can job seekers complain about algorithmic discrimination when they are unaware it even exists? And just what is "Explainable AI?" Should companies be for or against it?

Tune in for an interesting and very thought provoking episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast! Brought to you in part by NordVPN, please check out this special offer for listeners of "The Jim Stroud Podcast" at http://jimstroud.com/secure

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Listener Update - 7.6.2019

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 01:53:35 -0000

This is a quick heads up on what I have been working on. ;-)

The music is "Train of Thought" and it was written, played, and produced by Danya Vodovoz - http://j.mp/2YAMCFP

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What happens to your data when you die?

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 02:17:31 -0000

Okay, now this is interesting. Facebook may eventually have more dead users than living ones. According to a study by Oxford Researchers, Facebook will have 4.9 billion deceased users on its system by the year 2100. If Facebook’s current growth rate continues, the dead would outpace the living by 2070. And this brings to mind, an interesting question… What happens to your data after you die? I’ll share a few insights in this episode. | Click here to download the transcript. And please, take 30 seconds to fill out my podcast listener survey at http://jimstroud.com/survey | Thank you in advance.

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Listener Update - 6.15.19

Sat, 15 Jun 2019 21:04:44 -0000

Jim Stroud here with a listener update and a few requests, the least of which is to ask that you take 30 seconds to fill out my podcast listener survey at http://jimstroud.com/survey Thank you in advance.

Music by DJ Quads

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Freedom of Thought

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 20:21:06 -0000

In the future, will we have the freedom to think as we like without fear of economic or judicial reprisals? I hope so. Yet, recent technological advances give me room to pause. In this episode, I discuss scientific advances that can literally read your mind and create pictures based on your thoughts. Intrigued? If so, prepare to be amazed by the other discoveries I stumbled upon this past week. Science fiction is quickly becoming science fact. Can our laws keep up? What about our personal freedoms? Tune in for a very fascinating episode.

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What is The Jim Stroud Podcast all about?

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 17:38:44 -0000

If you are new to The Jim Stroud Podcast and just want to know what its all about, this 1-minute trailer is just for you. Listen in, subscribe, comment and share it anywhere and everywhere you do your social networking online and off. Thanks in advance.

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Amazon wants to know more, more and more about you!

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 00:19:44 -0000

When was the last time you bought something from Amazon? Last week? Yesterday? Waiting on a package now? No doubt. Amazon is very popular with millions of people and millions of people more have a big love for the company; me included. However, as wonderful as Amazon is, they do have a side of their business that some would consider creepy. In fact, some people say it is getting creepier and creepier, each passing day. Tune in to learn about their experiments with emotion detection, tracking every inch of your body (literally) and the ever controversial facial recognition software - Rekognition. If you don't have a problem with companies gathering data on you because you have "nothing to hide" then, I HIGHLY recommend you listen to this special episode.

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Listener Update - 5.27.19

Mon, 27 May 2019 16:44:21 -0000

Happy Memorial Day to my listeners! No podcast this week but, I did have something to say. Tune in to find out what.

► Music Credit Track Name: “Dreams” Music by Dj Quads @

https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads • Official DJ QUads YouTube channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCusF… • DJ QUads Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/DjQuads • DJ QUads Spotify HERE: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2VZrd… • DJ QUads Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/djquads • Original upload HERE – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5mRT… • Music promoted by NCM: https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ

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Google Tracks Everything You Buy

Mon, 20 May 2019 02:16:30 -0000

I have a public service announcement for you. Google saves years of information on purchases you’ve made, even outside Google, and pulls this information from Gmail. It’s complicated to delete this private information, and options to turn it off are hidden in privacy settings. But don’t worry, Google says it values your privacy and won't use this information to sell you ads. Umm.... ok. | Big shout to DuckDuckGo! (I'm a fan.) / Download free privacy goodies from JimStroud.com/free

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Big Brother in the Office

Sun, 12 May 2019 23:47:29 -0000

How far will companies infringe on their worker's privacy for the sake of efficiency? Now, and in the very near future, companies will take corporate surveillance to a whole new level. What I discuss in this podcast goes well beyond reading your emails or monitoring your chats on Slack. Tune in now to see what I mean.

This podcast, for the most part, was recorded live at the Hacking HR forum in Atlanta. If you want to learn more about the future of work from people much, much smarter than I, check out their YouTube channel: www.YouTube.com/hackinghr

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Mo' Data, Mo' Problems

Mon, 06 May 2019 22:59:14 -0000

If you want to learn something truly fascinating that you might not have considered before, go to your favorite search engine and look up the phrase, "big data is a civil rights issue." As you scan through the search results and glean tidbits of data from the descriptions, or skim the various articles, you will no doubt see that the world is sitting on a powder keg of outrage. Algorithms and automation threaten to divide my country more profoundly than any political unrest around civil war statues, rumors of Russian collusion or fake hate crimes ever could. Indeed, when it comes to racial disparity in terms of opportunity or various life advancements, nothing is more injurious than the unintended consequences of machine learning. When I consider the effects on society and the labor market, I shudder at the pending reality of it all.

Just over a year ago, I wrote an article on big data and speculated on the societal implications. I called it “This is Why Big Data is a Civil Rights Issue.” Now, in this podcast, I am revisiting that topic and going a bit deeper in my analysis. This report told in 3 parts is…

BIG DATA, BIG BIAS – Where I explore the unintended consequences of so-called “unbias” algorithms.
BIG DATA, BIG MONEY – Where I look at how much money data brokers are making off of my privacy and the incentive they have to go even further.
BIG DATA, BIG ESCAPE – Where I consider my options, after learning more about my lack of privacy on the internet.

Stay tuned, for a very special report…

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Listener Update - May 3, 2019

Fri, 03 May 2019 23:45:24 -0000

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So, machines are firing people now?

Sat, 27 Apr 2019 03:06:52 -0000

Have you ever been fired from a job before? If so, I imagine it was during an awkward in-person meeting between you, your boss and somebody from the HR department. Today, however, we live in a different era and companies are using machines to fire employees. Don’t believe me? Tune in and I’ll share an example of what may be a sign of things to come. | Special thanks to ClickIQ for sponsoring this episode. (And a very special thanks to those who drop a little somethin'-somethin' in my virtual tip jar @ https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support)

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Transhumanism and Discrimination in the Future of Work

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 19:10:13 -0000

There has been a lot of talk about diversity and inclusion as it pertains to the workplace. Do a search on duck duck go or some other search engine and you will no doubt discover countless articles about it. Yet, as I review several of the articles linked to from the search results, no one seems to be talking about a new demographic of workers that will no doubt disrupt the future world of work. What is the population I’m talking about? What is the one characteristic they all share? Well, in a word – transhumanism. Listen to this podcast to hear about future HR issues that will surely come. | Special thanks to ClickIQ for sponsoring this episode. (And a very special thanks to those who drop a little somethin'-somethin' in my virtual tip jar @ https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support)

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Big Data Knows You’re Going to Quit Your Job Before You Do

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 21:18:56 -0000

Are you happy on your job? Are you unsatisfied with your work? Perhaps, you’ve already begun spending quality time on Indeed.com in search of new opportunities? And yet, you’ve kept all this to yourself, as you continue to plod along in a job you are starting to hate. What if I told you that with the help of big data and magic algorithms, companies are able to spot employees like you and with that knowledge, offer you a promotion, a raise or more fulfilling tasks, all in an effort to retain you as their employee. Sound crazy? Its not. IBM has software that can predict which workers are about to quit their jobs with 95% accuracy. Tune in to hear a very interesting podcast! Big thank you to our sponsor Click IQ. (http://clickiq.us)

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Is it right to profit on prison labor?

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 21:18:33 -0000

When you think of prisoners working inside of a jail, what comes to mind? Prisoners cooking, mopping floors, folding clothes…? Yes, all of those are certainly true and now you can add one more – training artificial intelligence algorithms. In this episode, I talk about the pros and cons (pun intended) of prison labor. Big thanks to ClickIQ for sponsoring this episode.

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Listener Update - April 1, 2019

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 21:04:00 -0000

This is a quick listener update to give you a heads up on recent activities and podcast changes. Among them, I was a guest on “The Chad and Cheese Podcast” (www.chadcheese.com) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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Would you work for a machine?

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 01:32:31 -0000

Would you work for a machine? Some people are working for a machine right now, although they may not be aware of it. Could you be one of them? In this episode, I discuss humans and machines working together and its effect on the future of work. All courtesy of ClickIQ! Request a demo of their automated job advertising technology today! (Go to: https://www.clickiq.us/choose-your-demo/) And let them know you heard about them here first.

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The Pros and Cons of Predictive Policing

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 04:15:56 -0000

If you had a magic computer that could predict when crimes would take place, would you use it? Would you share it with the police so they could prevent people from becoming victims? Well, believe it or not, the police have such a system and have been exercising it to great effect. The technology and processes behind it is called "Predictive Policing" and it is a very controversial trend spreading across the USA. I discuss the good and the bad of it, in this episode. | Click here to support my Starbucks habit and financially support this podcast. / Read the transcript on JimStroud.com.

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Whatever happened to employee privacy?

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 05:51:30 -0000

If you have a social media account or a cell phone or an internet connection, then you have no privacy. I’m pretty sure you can agree with me there. Do a search on Duck Duck Go or some other search engine for “Facebook scandal,” “cell phone privacy scandal,” or “data hacked” and you will no doubt agree with me. But have you ever considered your lack of privacy in the workplace? I’m going to share with you three stories and I want you to figure out whether or not they are true or false. Tune in to see if you can guess how far companies will go for the sake of efficiency. | If you have not already, subscribe to my blog at www.JimStroud.com.

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The Future of Student Loan Debt

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 03:38:45 -0000

There is a crisis of college student loan debt that is mind-blowing in its scope. Let me share some numbers with you: 44.7 million Americans have student loan debt representing $1.56 trillion owed to the government and of that HUGE amount of money, 11.5% of student loans are 90 days or more delinquent or in default. Add to these facts that students are still applying to US Universities with no sign of slowing down, at least according to the statistics portal – Statista. So, the cycle of student loan debt will continue or, will it? I happen to think that the future of student loan debt is no more long-term debt, thanks to "income sharing." Tune in to find out what I mean. | Transcript is available at www.JimStroud.com - Subscribe now!

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Who will win the Minimum Wage Fight for 15?

Sun, 03 Mar 2019 21:29:18 -0000

The Fight for 15 is an American political movement advocating for the federal minimum wage to be raised to $15 per hour. The federal minimum wage was set at $7.25 per hour in 2009, and as of 2019 it has not been increased since. The movement has involved strikes by workers in child care, home healthcare, airport, gas station, convenience stores but most notably with fast food workers. What will happen if or when $15 is the minimum wage for all of the United States? I speculate the national and global consequences in this episode of The Jim Stroud podcast. | Transcript is available at www.JimStroud.com.

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When will robots replace recruiters?

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 19:36:57 -0000

I break away from my typical podcast format to chat with Katrina Collier, Candidate Engagement Specialist, world-renowned speaker and my friend. As only we can, we discuss robots replacing recruiters, 4-day work weeks and cellphone addiction during a very sunny London day. Tune in to hear all the fun! Want more of Katrina Collier? (And who could blame you?) Find her at: www.thesearchologist.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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Big Brother Goes Shopping

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 05:18:54 -0000

Did you know that when you shop, big brother is watching? Major retailers spend a lot of money on a lot of technology to attract your business and persuade you to spend more and more and more of your money. While that may not come as a surprise to you, the extent of how deeply retail technology tracks you may have you raising your eyebrows. In this episode, I share several case studies on how big data is being used to monitor your spending and persuade your buying habits. | Please support my Starbucks habit by dropping something in my virtual tip jar. (https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support) Thank you.

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Facebook Is Not Your Friend

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 03:02:39 -0000

2018 was a banner year for data breaches and 2019 is already off to a great start. At the center of privacy scandals last year, was Facebook. It seemed like every other week there was a hacking issue or ethical misconduct around their user data. So, does this mean that Facebook users are on the decline? In a word, no. Despite all the data drama, Facebook is doing all right. So, what does it all mean for user privacy on Facebook and other tech companies with millions of users? I discuss that and something far more concerning than hackers stealing your data, predictive analytics. Tune in to find out what I mean. | For information on protecting your privacy on Facebook. (http://jimstroud.com/free) And please support my Starbucks habit (https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support) by dropping something in my virtual tip jar. Thank you.

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Barcoding the Homeless

Sat, 02 Feb 2019 22:45:14 -0000

Do you give money to the homeless people you meet on the street? I do, sometimes. But, mostly I don’t and that’s because I think it will be spent on some sort of vice and not on say… food or shelter. This is why I prefer to donate to a charity. If I give it to a charity, I can make a reasonable assumption that the money I donate will go to the intended purpose of getting someone the help they need. But what if there was a way to give funds directly to homeless people you encounter on the street with the guarantee that it would be spent responsibly? Well, I've found a very intriguing technical option that promises to do that very thing. Tune in to find out more. | Check out: 12 DuckDuckGo Search Tips You Should Know to Boost Productivity | And please support my Starbucks habit by dropping something in my virtual tip jar. Thank you.

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Discussing Trump in the Workplace

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 17:08:51 -0000

What happens when politics is discussed in the workplace? A recent survey says that American workers are stressed out by any and all chatter about Donald Trump and politics in general. Despite that fact, with another presidential election on the horizon, there is no sign of that trend changing. So, what are you as a worker to do? Moreover, what can managers do (if anything) to curtail political discussions that can divide an office, much like the USA is these days? Tune in to hear my thoughts and strategies for how workers and managers can navigate these interesting times today and in the future. | Click here for information on protecting your privacy on Facebook. And please support my Starbucks habit by dropping something in my virtual tip jar. Thank you.

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Would you ride in a car without a driver?

Sun, 20 Jan 2019 23:43:05 -0000

Would you ride in a self-driving car? Yeah, neither would I. As far as the public at large is concerned, they wouldn’t either. One 2018 survey cited only 21 percent of the public was willing to even try riding in an autonomous vehicle. I think that’s a BIG problem for a lot of startups and major companies who have already invested a lot of money into the technology. So, what can they do to convince the public to ride in them? Well, I have a few ideas. Tune in to hear them.

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How To Stop Tech Addiction

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 00:51:21 -0000

I read the other day that chronic social media use is as bad as drug addiction and I remember thinking, "Is that true?" Well, I did a little bit of research and the answer is yes, a very disturbing yes. I discuss how bad the tech addiction epidemic is and share an unlikely method for stopping tech addiction in our time. The source of the improbable cure? Cocaine. Tune in for more details. This will be controversial, to say the least. | Plus: Go to JimStroud.com/free for information on how to protect your privacy on Facebook. And please support my Starbucks habit by dropping something in my virtual tip jar. Thank you.

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Privacy is dead and dying more each day

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:49:25 -0000

Amazon reported that 100 million Alexa devices have been sold as of this writing. That’s great for Amazon but for you, maybe not so much. If you are concerned about your privacy then, its not good for you to have Alexa (and devices like it) in your home because it is almost always listening and recording everything going on. Doubt me? Tune in to this episode to learn why you should be concerned about Alexa and even more concerned about what Google has planned for your home. Its scary. | Click here for information on protecting your privacy on Facebook. | Subscribe now and/or leave a comment and let me know what you think of my show? Please and thank you. Finally, for more content like this (like the transcript to this podcast and other episodes), visit my website - JimStroud.com

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Santa Claus & the Free Gift of Universal Basic Income

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 01:11:30 -0000

The Christmas season is upon us which means, among other things, Santa Claus will be delivering toys and gifts to all the good little boys and girls around the world. Free gifts are one of the reasons why Christmas is so deeply appreciated by the masses. Can you imagine if Christmas was more than once a year? What if it once a month and all year round people were receiving free gifts in the mail; specifically, a check for $500. Sound nice? Well, its about to happen in Stockton, CA. The free gift is called “Universal Basic Income” and I think it’s a bad idea. Tune into my podcast to find out why. Want the transcript? Check it out at www.JimStroud.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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What happens when designer babies enter the workforce?

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 03:13:09 -0000

A scientist named - He Jianku claims to have created the world’s first genetically edited babies. Shortly after the announcement was made, He Jianku disappeared to parts unknown. (Insert dramatic music here.) If what He claims is true, not only is this a major scientific breakthrough disrupting the scientific community - forever; its also a major headache for the HR department. Tune in to this episode to find out why. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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A Future Talk with Dr. Tracey Wilen

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 01:27:33 -0000

{QUICK NOTE: I’m thinking of doing a podcast where I interview interesting people about the future of work, life and everything in between. Consider this to be the pilot episode. If I do more of these, it will be because of the comments and encouragement of my listeners. So, please do share your thoughts.} My guest in the premiere episode of “Future Talk” (working title) is Dr. Tracey Wilen. We discuss the career confusion of mature workers and millennials seeking to progress in their career, how to figure out a career path in this constantly changing technological landscape, what to do when you don’t know what to do next in your career and more. Get a pad and pencil (or have you texting finger ready) to take notes as lots and lots and lots of strategies are suggested herein. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

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Microchipping Employees is a No-good, Horrible and Terrible Idea

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 03:17:40 -0000

A Wisconsin company made it possible for their workers to throw away their employee ID cards, forget all their passwords, make copies and get food from a vending machine in a surprisingly convenient way. The magic solution? A small medical procedure actually – employees were given a choice to receive a tiny microchip under their skin. Its called “microchipping” and its a no-good, horrible and terrible idea. I explain why, in detail, in this episode. Listen in and be sure to subscribe, so you don’t miss an episode. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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How Emerging Technology is Disrupting the Training and Development Industry

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 04:23:51 -0000

Attention Human Resources department, instead of spending so much time and money developing an onboarding program and/or a series of corporate training initiatives, why not simply plug your workers into a matrix-like system and have that information uploaded into their brains? Easy-peasy. Now, if you think that sounds crazy, even impossible, you will be intrigued by what I share in this episode. (wink-wink) And please check out the great special being offered to my listeners at http://jimstroud.com/secure ) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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Listener Update - Happy Thanksgiving 2018

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 19:17:06 -0000

This is just a quick note of thanks to all my listeners and subscribers. I so appreciate you being there. Thank you! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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Is Immortality the Best Employee Benefit?

Sun, 18 Nov 2018 23:45:39 -0000

What would happen if companies offered their employees immortality as an employee benefit? In this burgeoning age of digital afterlife services, such an offering is closer than you might imagine. If you have never heard of this new niche in the tech industry, prepared to be amazed when you tune into my latest episode. (Please check out this great special for my listeners! www.JimStroud.com/secure) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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Proud Parents are Enabling the Identity Theft of their Kids

Sat, 10 Nov 2018 16:17:37 -0000

Identity theft is a global epidemic and its about to get worse because of proud, well-meaning parents. Find out what I mean in the latest episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast. (Please check out this great special for my listeners at www.jimstroud.com/secure) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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This is what happens when you crowdsource morality!

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 01:47:05 -0000

What would happen if we crowd sourced morality? In other words, instead of a bible or a quran or a torah guiding us, we make life and death decisions based solely on the collective wisdom of the public. Let's take this a bit further, and plug the results of those whims into machines. What would happen then? Or rather, what's the worst that could happen? Tune in to find out! (And for research and resources related to this podcast, be sure to visit my website at www.JimStroud.com) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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Human Cloning: The Answer to Talent Scarcity

Sat, 27 Oct 2018 19:34:50 -0000

Earlier this year, something extraordinary was being reported in the news. For the first time in American history, there were more jobs than people out of work. To be specific, in June 2018, there were 6.7 million job openings but only just 6.4 million available workers to fill them; this according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Employers have been complaining for years about the inability to find workers with the right training for the positions available. In the meantime, companies are adding other incentives to retain workers and pull new ones in. As the demand grows, workers have gotten more confident about leaving their current positions for better ones. So, what is HR to do? One solution might be... Human Cloning! Tune in to find out why. Research and resources related to this resource can be found at JimStroud.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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Brain to Brain Communication… Its a thing.

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 18:37:33 -0000

Believe it or not, scientists connected 3 human brains together and used that connection to… play Tetris, because… why not? This new technology represents a LOT of possibilities, both positive and negative. On the positive side, I can imagine paraplegics using this tech to mentally move prosthetic limbs. On the negative side, I foresee a HUGE problem for the HR department. Tune in to the first episode of my new podcast to see what I mean. Links related to this podcast can be found here: http://blog.jimstroud.com/2018/10/22/brain-to-brain-c…tion-its-a-thing/ ABOUT THE HOST Over the past decade, Jim Stroud has built an expertise in sourcing and recruiting strategy, public speaking, lead generation, video production, podcasting, online research, competitive intelligence, online community management and training. He has consulted for such companies as Microsoft, Google, MCI, Siemens, Bernard Hodes Group and a host of startup companies. During his tenure with Randstad Sourceright, he alleviated the recruitment headaches of their clients worldwide as their Global Head of Sourcing and Recruiting Strategy. His resume and career highlights can be viewed on his website at www.JimStroud.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support

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How 2 Recruit Like a Developer

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 18:53:19 -0000

What recruiters can learn from software engineers Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-stroud/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

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