Silicon Valley is three years ahead on AI recruiting — and what’s happening there is about to hit the rest of the job market fast. In this episode of SKILLSHARP THE PODCAST, Todd and Brian sit down with Paul Duran, Senior Technical Recruiter at Plaid (previously Facebook, Microsoft, Wells Fargo, Blockchain.com), to break down how AI is transforming hiring from the inside. Here’s what Paul uncovers: → Why 95% of applicants never reach a human → How AI tools like Ashby and JuiceBox actually fil...
Dec 2, 2025
48 min
The job market is shifting fast — are you ready to pivot? Professionally, if you are crashing out, we understand. With unprecedented market uncertainty, lack of job opportunities, and fewer advancement opportunities, recent graduates, early-career employees, and experienced professionals are challenged and need support to make the right career moves. SkillSharp The Podcast introduces the Professional Pivot Series to highlight stories of real professionals that have made real career pivots ami...
Oct 1, 2025
43 min
🚨 FORGET FOMO. The new fear is FOGLB — Fear of Getting Left Behind. We’re entering the largest technological transformation since the internet and smartphones—and the stakes couldn’t be higher. On the latest episode of SkillSharp: The Podcast, we welcome Dominique Goulet, VP of AI Workforce Solutions at Onward Search, to expose the 2025–2026 AI Playbook that’s reshaping businesses, and creatives and recent grads careers. 🎯 Here’s what you’ll take away: How AI is reimagining talent + creativit...
Aug 26, 2025
52 min
The harsh truth about today’s job market. Even getting your resume seen is rare. The job market has shifted—and not in favor of the job seeker. If you’ve been applying, interviewing, and waiting for replies that never come, you’re not alone. The hiring process is longer, more complex, and—let’s be honest—more draining than ever. 🎙️ In our latest episode of SkillSharp The Podcast, Bennie Williams sat down with our team for a spirited conversation about what’s really happening out there — and...
Aug 20, 2025
45 min
SkillSharp The Podcast - Building An Unstoppable Mindset (Find Your Purpose & Overcome Any Obstacle)
Need a mindset reset to push past fear, reframe failure, and persist through uncertainty? What if the challenges you're facing—layoffs, life pivots, burnout—aren’t setbacks, but setups for your next breakthrough? In this episode of SkillSharp The Podcast, media executive and relationship strategist Thomas Walker reveals how to rewire your thinking, rediscover your purpose, and build the unstoppable mindset needed to thrive—no matter what life throws your way. You’ll learn: + How ...
Jul 28, 2025
44 min
Whether it's getting into a better college or improving performance in sports, more and more people are investing in having a coach. What are you willing to invest in to achieve high performance in your career? In this episode of SkillSharp The Podcast, we welcome Wade Smart, Founder & President of Smart Partners Consulting, LLC. Wade is a Talent Acquisition executive who offers a new service called reverse recruiting, and he coaches professionals to improve their career performance. If ...
Jun 20, 2025
27 min
SkillSharp The Podcast reveals the hidden recruitment process and the future of AI in recruiting. Recruiters who are focused on saving time to find the best talent, as well as improving the candidate experience, will deeply relate to the insights shared. Smart candidates can use these recruiter tips and secrets about their process to improve their chances of being a top candidate. The goal is not to be 1 of 250 candidates. The goal is to be 1 of 1. SkillSharp The Podcast offers you insider a...
Jun 15, 2025
20 min
SkillSharp The Podcast gives you insider access to information, trends, and insights to navigate building a successful career. Whether as a professional or creator, SkillSharp’s team of veteran media industry recruiter deliver career-transforming insights through Game-changer Conversations, Entrepreneur Journeys, Career Stories, and Recruiter Secrets. Whether climbing the corporate ladder or launching a business, get the competitive edge you need. Subscribe to get new episodes and bonus conte...
Jun 3, 2025
20 min
"An Entrepreneur's Journey" is another SkillSharp The Podcast creation, shining a spotlight on founders and leaders who have leveraged their corporate careers, experiences, skills developed, and relationships to launch businesses they are passionate about and growing. Gain inspiration, game planning, and knowledge on becoming your own boss and elevating your career and community. Derek McKeith, is a lifelong musician and artist who worked in corporate jobs while building a music licensing bu...
Jun 3, 2025
37 min
SkillSharp The Podcast gives you insider access to information, trends, and insights to navigate building a successful career. Whether as a professional or creator, SkillSharp’s team of veteran media industry recruiter deliver career-transforming insights through Game-changer Conversations, Entrepreneur Journeys, Career Stories, and Recruiter Secrets. In Part 2, SkillSharp's Mike, Todd, and Brian welcome Ulrick Edmonds, Financial Advisor, Northwestern Mutual, to discuss "The Best Flex ...
Jun 3, 2025
21 min
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