The Unfiltered Truth About Hiring in 2025: Why 70% of Companies Can't Find Talent (And What Actually Works) with Derek Hilbert

Political disruption and technology shifts are the top challenges executives face in 2025. But there's a third crisis quietly destroying businesses: the skills shortage, combined with an aging workforce and changing employment expectations. On this episode, we sit down with Derek Hilbert, founder of Kingfisher Recruiting, a niche recruiting firm serving construction, manufacturing and industrial sectors. Derek shares why engaging a recruiting expert isn't just about posting a job—it's about tapping into networks of passive candidates, matching culture and capability, and streamlining hiring for long-term success. The hard truth: 32% of leaders say attracting and retaining top talent is their biggest concern heading into 2025 . Traditional recruiting isn't what it used to be. What Derek reveals:◼️ Why "people, process, product" is the only order that prevents catastrophic mis-hires◼️ The real reason top talent won't relocate (it's math, not money)◼️ How neurobehavioral assessments expose what personality tests miss◼️ Why not serving competitors simultaneously protects your talent strategy◼️ The psychology trick keeping you trapped in endless candidate searches◼️ Real stories: Finding one-in-five-in-the-world engineers and transforming hiring outcomesWhether you're stuck in the talent war, seeking hidden opportunities, or curious about effective recruiting—this conversation delivers the insider view you need. Connect with Derek: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekhilbert/ Website: https://kingfisherrecruiting.com/Cash Flow Chronicles: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forumTopics: Recruiting | Talent Acquisition | Manufacturing | Construction | Industrial | Leadership | Workforce Planning