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This week’s podcast features: Shelley Billinghurst and Serge Boudreaux from Hire Value Inc. and The Recruitment Flex Podcast

Episode Summary: Did you know that the landscape of job searching is changing rapidly? Big companies and their strict rules are becoming less popular. This shift has sped up because of big changes like the pandemic. The pandemic showed us that working from home can work well. At the same time, technology, especially AI, is making job searches easier and faster.

Today on "Recruiting is No Joke," we welcome Serge Boudreau and  Shelley Billinghurst from The Recruitment Flex Podcast . The conversation delves into the intricacies of the recruitment industry, the importance of mentorship, and the evolving dynamics of the job search process

During the conversation, they discuss their professional backgrounds, their work at Hire Value, and the importance of mentorship and relationships in business. Shelley and Serge share insights on starting a business, the evolving job search process, and the impact of technology and parental involvement in interviews. They also touch on the power shift towards job seekers and the rise of remote work and the gig economy. Shelley discusses the significant power shift to job seekers in 2021 and 2022, driven by the rise of remote work and the gig economy. However, she noted that the traditional corporate grind still holds sway in many companies.

The conversation provides valuable insights into the recruitment industry, the importance of mentorship, and the evolving dynamics of the job search process.

In this episode:

• [00:37] Introduction to Serge Boudreau & Shelley Billinghurst

• [01:25] Shelley’s background and podcast origin

• [02:28] Serge's background and podcast origin

• [05:09] Podcast growth and authenticity

• [05:59] Hosting events and industry relationships

• [08:58] Collaboration and business expansion

• [13:59] Advice for starting a business

• [16:21] Importance of real relationships

• [17:49] Entrepreneurial coaching and advice

• [20:14] The importance of empathy for job seekers

• [21:24] Challenges faced by recruiters and job seekers

• [24:09] Use of technology in job interviews

• [25:52] Impact of AI on job interviews and assessments

• [30:12] AI auto apply tools and their impact

• [34:39] Challenges in recruitment marketing and candidate screening

• [36:39] Involvement of parents in job interviews

• [40:57] The thank you note debate

• [46:09] Shift away from corporate grin

• [51:53] Impact of pandemic on work preferences

• [53:32] Viral sensation and online attention

About Our Guests

Shelley Billinghurst, CEO & Founder of Hire Value, boasts over 25 years of expertise in recruitment, with a deep understanding of provincial, national, and global labor markets. She spearheads digital recruitment marketing and co-hosts The Recruitment Flex Podcast, recognized as a TATech Top 40 Honoree (2024) and a Top 100 Most Influential Thought Leader (2023).

Serge Boudreau, a 25-year Talent Acquisition leader, excels in TA technology and recruitment marketing. As VP for Growth at Hire Value and co-host of The Recruitment Flex Podcast, he's a TA Tech Top 100 Influential Thought Leader.

Serge Boudreau

• LinkedIn

• Hire Value Inc. Website

Shelley Billinghurst

• LinkedIn

• Hire Value Inc. Website

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JOEL’s Take away from the episode:

The job search has evolved and the way that we connect with people has moved from in-person interactions to digital interactions. Learning how to navigate online connections and networking is going to be key for people looking to grow in their careers. Shelley and Serge give a masterclass for what job seekers need to think about and provide a framework to what the future of work will look like. 

It inspired me to stay on top of tech, and trends in my industry to stay relevant.