Talent Grind Live! #004 - 6 Mar 2025 -Navigating the Big AI Freeze: How Recruiters Can Thrive in an Economic Downturn

In this eye-opening episode of Talent Grind Live, Michael Doran and Alex Mann tackle "The Big Freeze" - our current economic downturn that economists compare to the Great Recession. As hiring slows to 2009 levels and competition intensifies, discover why personal branding is no longer optional but essential for recruiters. Michael shares how AI tools can give you back 20% of your workday while elevating your professional profile. Learn practical strategies for building your digital presence, leveraging relationship networks as a protective "moat," and positioning yourself to thrive when the economy thaws. Whether you're a seasoned recruiter or new to talent acquisition, this episode delivers actionable advice for navigating uncertain times with confidence and vision. Don't miss Michael's powerful analogy about "being in the foam" and how to find your way to the surface during economic turbulence. Get full access to Talent Grind at talentgrind.substack.com/subscribe