DE Talk | Reworking Recruitment: AI, a Frozen Job Market & the Human Edge
Season 7 • Episode 8
The headlines say unemployment is low. The front lines tell a different story. In this episode of DE Talk, Jeff Gill sits down with Brian Fink, managing partner of The ReWork Group and author of Talk Tech to Me, to unpack what’s really happening in today’s talent market—and what it means for the future of recruiting. From trust erosion in tech hiring to AI’s role as a force multiplier for mid-size companies, Brian challenges conventional wisdom and makes the case that in a frozen, patience-driven market, the recruiters who win are the ones doubling down on relationships, curiosity, and human judgment—not just automation.
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Welcome PJ Rossi: DirectEmployers’ Newest Compliance Consultant!
Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of OFCCP compliance and EEO regulations requires a steady hand and a wealth of experience. Earlier this year we announced a partnership with Alicia Wallace, and now we are equally thrilled to announce that PJ Rossi has joined the...
DE Talk Unplugged | Cutting Through the Noise with AI-Powered Recruitment
In the latest episode of the DE Talk Podcast, host Shannon Offord sits down with Brad Boggs, founder of JobFlow, to discuss one of the most pressing topics in talent acquisition today: how to navigate the noise created by AI implementation in the recruitment process....
DE Talk | Cutting Through the Noise with AI-Powered Recruitment
Season 7 • Bonus
In this episode of the DE Talk podcast, host Shannon Offord, VP of Partnerships at DirectEmployers, sits down with seasoned executive and strategist Brad Boggs, founder of JobFlow. With over 20 years of experience in the recruitment technology space, Boggs shares how his new platform uses “powerfully simple” AI solutions to fix the broken cycle of mass job applications and overwhelmed hiring teams, ultimately building more inclusive and effective hiring pipelines. Whether you are a job seeker looking to stand out or an employer looking to slash your time-to-fill, this conversation offers a roadmap for navigating the evolving AI-powered recruitment landscape.
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What is Section 503 and How Do I Comply? A Guide for Federal Contractors
Key Takeaways Complying with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act requires a proactive approach to disability inclusion and meticulous recordkeeping. For a quick overview, contractor obligations for complying include meeting the 7% utilization goal in each job group,...
DE Talk Unplugged | Merit, Myths, and Measurement: Navigating the New ROI of Workplace Diversity
In the wake of significant regulatory shifts, including the rescission of Executive Order 11246 and issuance of Executive Order 14173, many organizations are grappling with how to evolve their diversity and compliance strategies without losing sight of their business...