Recruiting in 2024 and Beyond featuring Andrew Lewis | Jess Get Hired Podcast (87)
Recruiting in 2024 and Beyond featuring Andrew Lewis | Jess Get Hired Podcast (87)
Episode Overview:
In this episode of Jess Get Hired, Jessica Fiesta George welcomes Andrew Lewis, a seasoned talent acquisition professional with nearly a decade of experience. Andrew has worked across various roles, from building a $2 million staffing agency to leading talent acquisition functions at startups. He currently heads the talent operations at Worldly, a B2B climate tech company, and is the founder of the Talent Operator Newsletter.
The conversation dives into the evolution of talent acquisition, the impact of AI and technology, and the emerging challenges that recruiters face today. Andrew shares insights from his career journey, the shifts in recruitment dynamics, and his thoughts on the future of the industry.
Takeaways:
- Talent acquisition professionals are facing challenges such as lack of bandwidth and under-resourcing.
- Technology and AI have transformed talent acquisition, making it more efficient and creating new opportunities.
- The role of recruiters is evolving, requiring a dynamic skill set that includes marketing, research, sales, and tech proficiency.
- The future of talent acquisition is exciting, with the potential for better human interactions, improved efficiency, and new deployment strategies.
- The human touch and connection will always be essential in talent acquisition, even with advancements in technology.
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Chapters:
- 00:00 Introduction and Guest's Career Journey
- 06:08 The Evolution of Talent Acquisition
- 08:24 The Impact of Technology on Talent Acquisition
- 12:39 Challenges in Talent Acquisition
- 15:34 Exciting Future of Talent Acquisition
- 17:36 Guest's Projects and Conclusion
