Welcome to HigherHer, the podcast by Talent Collective, a thriving community for women in Talent Acquisition. Each episode spotlights inspiring women who are redefining recruiting—industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers sharing their journeys, bold ideas, and strategies shaping the future of TA. Whether you're an in-house recruiter, agency leader, or people operations pro, HigherHer is your go-to source for insights, empowerment, and a strong community built for and by women in TA.
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Welcome to HigherHer, the podcast by Talent Collective, a thriving community for women in Talent Acquisition. Each episode spotlights inspiring women who are redefining recruiting—industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers sharing their journeys, bold ideas, and strategies shaping the future of TA. Whether you're an in-house recruiter, agency leader, or people operations pro, HigherHer is your go-to source for insights, empowerment, and a strong community built for and by women in TA.
The Importance of Empathy in Recruiting w/ Victoria Castro ~ HigherHer Ep 27
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15 minutes
8 months ago
The Importance of Empathy in Recruiting w/ Victoria Castro ~ HigherHer Ep 27
In this episode of HigherHer, hosts Krista Tan and Natalie Stones welcome Victoria Castro, a seasoned recruiter with over eight years of experience in talent acquisition. The conversation explores Victoria's journey in recruiting, memorable candidate experiences, the importance of empathy in the hiring process, and her thoughts on controversial trends within the talent acquisition community. Victoria emphasizes the need for effective communication with candidates and shares her aspirations for the future of recruiting, highlighting the irreplaceable human element in the industry despite the rise of AI.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Talent Acquisition and Guest Background
03:02
Memorable Recruiting Stories and Candidate Experiences
05:59
The Importance of Empathy in Recruitment
08:47
Controversial Trends in Talent Acquisition
12:00
Future of Recruiting and Personal Aspirations
Bio:
Victoria Castro- current recruiter at Robinhood- been in the industry for 8 years across a multitude of industries. Passionate about talent branding, data, and candidate experience.
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Welcome to HigherHer, the podcast by Talent Collective, a thriving community for women in Talent Acquisition. Each episode spotlights inspiring women who are redefining recruiting—industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers sharing their journeys, bold ideas, and strategies shaping the future of TA. Whether you're an in-house recruiter, agency leader, or people operations pro, HigherHer is your go-to source for insights, empowerment, and a strong community built for and by women in TA.
