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