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Quality Of Hire
Leadership
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AI In Recruitment
Hiring Managers
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Psychology In Business
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Welcome to The Breakthrough Hiring Show! We are on a mission to help leaders make hiring a competitive advantage. Join our host, James Mackey, and guests as they discuss various topics, with episodes ranging from high-level thought leadership to the tactical implementation of process and technology. You will learn how to:

- Shift your team’s culture to a talent-first organization.

- Develop a step... more

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Latest Episodes

Shannan Farmer, Lead Talent Partner at Freshpaint, details a sharp first thirty days blueprint, from fast ATS upgrades to structured debriefs and centralized feedback, proving that disciplined process can increase quality without sacrificing pace. Sh... more

Ashlye Hernandez, Executive Director of Global Talent Acquisition and Operations at nCino, examines how her path from rural North Carolina to executive leadership shaped a people-first approach grounded in respect, resilience, and direct communicatio... more

Morgan Whyte, Senior Director, Global Head of TA and Employer Brand at Commvault, shows how early stability and unexpected family challenges forged her resilience and ownership mindset. She outlines the work ethic built through early jobs, the clarit... more

Jaasiel Bulnes, VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Workiva, reveals how growing up amid Miami’s constant motion and being raised in an immigrant household shaped Jasi’s resilience, resourcefulness, and commitment to earning trust. He reflects on the ... more

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Morgan Whyte
Senior Director, Global Head of Talent Acquisition and Employer Brand at Commvault
Commvault
Episode: EP 193: Building Credibility and Driving Impact in Talent Acquisition
Nicole Hirsch
Senior Director of Talent Acquisition and People Operations at Lattice
Lattice
Episode: EP 190: A Philosophical Approach to Hiring and Team Design
Lauren Groshong
GTM Recruiting Leader at Vanta
Vanta
Episode: EP 189: Empathy, Grit, and Leading Teams Through Crisis
Lance Sapera
Global Head of Talent at Barracuda, with previous roles at Symantec and Intuit.
Barracuda
Episode: EP 188: Aviate, Navigate, Communicate. Leadership Lessons Learned From Flying for the Navy.
Joe Wilson
Chief Evangelist at Bunq and serial entrepreneur
Bunq
Episode: EP 187: Being Honest with Yourself and Moving from a Hero to Builder Mindset
Annie Andrews
VP of People at QGenda
QGenda
Episode: EP 186: Candidate and Employee Experience, Culture, and the Pros and Cons of Remote
Tracy St. Dic
Global Head of Talent at Zapier
Zapier
Episode: EP 185: How Teaching Influenced This Talent Leader's Perspective
Ana King
Chief People Officer at Sapi
Sapi
Episode: EP 184: Why Pairing Ambition With Kindness Builds Winning Teams
Reece Batchelor
Founding talent at DUST
DUST
Episode: EP 183: How Playing Football Professionally at AFC Wimbledon Influenced This Talent Leader's Perspective

Host

James Mackey
Host of discussions on talent acquisition, workplace culture, and recruiting strategies, often leveraging personal insights and experiences to engage guests and listeners alike.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Insight Well Beyond Talent Acquistion

    James Mackey and team deliver great insight on Talent Acquisition and recruiting, but so much more, as well! One of my favorite shows for HR, Leadership, and technology all around in the People Space. There is always a great mix of technical and psychological insight in each show, and James has a clear curiosity backed by the know-how to understand and explain the jargon. If you want to really understand what is going on in the People / Talent space, this is a great place to start (and I recomme... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichaelSalamey
    United States3 years ago
  • A must listen for leaders in recruitment

    The host is awesome! He asks great questions, brings up valid points and make the listener pause and think.

    Great resource for leaders in recruitment and those looking to create an effective workforce for the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elena Agar
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Industry Information

    Every episode has great industry information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kirtchy
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Host, Fun Conversations

    Podcast Addict
    5
    John Shreve
    3 years ago
  • Great thought starter

    Each episode has a new guest, so you get unique points of view on a range of specific things, and everyone is actually working in this space right now, so it’s not just theory. Hearing what others are doing is a great way to kick-start your own thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MeqaSmith
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Insightful discussions that extend beyond talent acquisition to leadership and technology.
Valuable industry information and practical advice for HR professionals.
The host effectively engages guests with thought-provoking questions and insights.
Hosts and guests exhibit a high level of expertise and relatability.
A great way to stay updated on the latest trends in talent acquisition.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#162
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#18
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#94
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#108
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#153
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#201
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 193: Building Credibility and Driving Impact in Talent Acquisition
Q: Can you tell me the definition of those and how you think about your partner and the dynamics of helping each other grow?
I was looking for a partner, someone to do life with, not just a provider.
EP 193: Building Credibility and Driving Impact in Talent Acquisition
Q: Can you tell me a little bit more about that and how you think about being a leader on your family, community, professionally?
I try to meet people where they're at and help them through challenges.
EP 190: A Philosophical Approach to Hiring and Team Design
Q: Has your definition of success changed over the years?
The definition of success has stayed similar, focusing on both individual and organizational success.
EP 190: A Philosophical Approach to Hiring and Team Design
Q: What advice or feedback do you have on what you think is the most important takeaways at this point in your career?
Investing in people and their growth is crucial for satisfaction and personal growth in one's career.
EP 188: Aviate, Navigate, Communicate. Leadership Lessons Learned From Flying for the Navy.
Q: What was your transition like from Navy to corporate?
The transition was significant, but mentorship helped ease the culture shock and adapt to new roles effectively.

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2. Nicole Hirsch
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4. Lance Sapera
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6. Annie Andrews
7. Tracy St. Dic
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