Environment really matters. Working his way from college intern to CEO, Builder Brock has learned so much from his time at Waypoint TV. Builder describes his journey and points out the common theme that environment influences everything. Without a master plan for his career, he surrounded himself with people who cared enough to challenge him and simply took one step at a time. What's your environment and is it shaping you the way that it should?

Shark Tank contestant, neuroscience major, technology entrepreneur - Akshita Iyer has done it all. Listen in to hear her recount her entrepreneurial experience. Among many tips, Akshita emphasizes the value in meeting other founders and staying connected. If you are an aspiring or current entrepreneur (or you just want to hear about the latest tech development in smart kitchen appliances) hit play!

The conversation continues with Lang sharing some of his recent interests, including the new development in offshoring and the entitlement many feel to record-high salaries. Lang also encourages an attitude of pursuing both training and learning wherever you are - especially learning outside of your specialty.

The tech space can feel overwhelming to many outside that field as it is always growing and changing. Lang Martin, Lead Software Engineer, brings light to the software space as well as the business professional world by describing his career path from mowing lawns to being an integral player in multiple software engineering startups. Speaking from his experience, Lang discusses the importance of creating a work culture that encourages healthy competition that drives improvement.

Humans are fundamentally metaphysical beings. It matters to be in person." AlloHire's first hire and Hudson's longtime teammate, Jaxon McClure (aka "The Real Recruiter"), understands the weight that human interaction carries. Maybe it's a zoom call instead of voice, going into the office more frequently, or going out to lunch with your team. Along with these recommendations, Jaxon and Hudson discuss the attributes of a good recruiter AND best practices when you get a recruiter in your inbox.

Want that job, but don't feel qualified? You don't have to meet all of the qualifications to be a good fit. Josh Cash, one of AlloHire's senior recruiters and only resident Irishman, shares this perspective on job descriptions in addition to his thoughts on the importance of understanding the person behind the profile and the nuances of remote/hybrid work. He and Hudson look to their professional experience in order to find insight on the future of recruiting and the workplace.

Intentionality is important at each stage of your career. Jonathan Rapp, sales leader, Entrepreneur in Residence at ZEBOX and the first candidate Hudson placed as a professional recruiter, explains his career strategy of prioritizing development and knowledge in his 20s and how that's organically led him to compensation and title in his 30s. He and Hudson share their story of partnering together and the compounding effect it's had over the past 16 years.

The original reKRUEter, Krue Brock, enters the studio. Krue is father to Founder, Hudson Brock, and one of the main inspirations for why AlloHire exists. He's described as a "ligament of the city" connecting people in the right places at the right time. Listen in to hear from an expert and also hear some of the latest tech and recruiting news.

Welcome to the Arena! Meet the founder, hear AlloHire’s origin story, and find out the why behind “In the Arena.”