Scott Birkhead: The Art of the Right Hire

In this conversation, Scott Birkhead shares insights from his extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, particularly in the context of his current role at Geostabilization. He discusses the importance of hiring veterans, the need for upskilling in a changing workforce, and the metrics that matter in measuring recruitment effectiveness. Scott emphasizes the role of technology in enhancing human connections in recruitment and the importance of adapting to new tools while maintaining a focus on core human values. He also addresses the evolving perception of college degrees in the job market and offers advice for job seekers navigating potential fraud.  Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Scott’s Career Overview 01:10 - The Fun of Small, Synergistic Teams 02:28 - Geostabilization's Niche Importance 03:42 - Military Veterans in the Workforce 04:57 - Upskilling Through On-the-Job Training 06:29 - Measuring Recruitment Success 08:00 - Setting Ambitious Goals 10:23 - Improving Deployment Times 13:10 - Data-Driven Hiring 15:01 - Exploring 'What's Possible'  Connect with Scott Birkhead: LinkedIn Geostabilization Inc.  Connect with Christy Honeycutt: LinkedIn  Tune in for real conversations, fresh insights, and strategies that actually help you stay ahead. Follow now and start making your own strategic shift.  Complete your FREE profile on pepelwerk.com! and get matched to jobs! Facing a strategic shift? Send us fan mail, we’d love to hear from you.