All-In Recruitment

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152

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Feb 2026

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All-In Recruitment is a podcast by Manatal focusing on all things related to the recruitment industry’s mission and trends. Join us in our weekly conversation with leaders in the recruitment space and learn their best practices to transform the way you hire.

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February 4, 2026Episode 15314 min

EP153: SAP - How to Hire for Adaptability

Adaptability is now a core hiring criterion.In this episode, Diana Gajic, Senior Executive Recruiter at SAP, shares how recruiters and HR leaders should assess adaptability, potential, and leadership in an artificial intelligence-driven workplace.Topics covered:• Why intelligence quotient and emotional intelligence are no longer enough• How to evaluate adaptability in senior leaders• The balance between expertise and agility• Soft skills that matter most as artificial intelligence advances• Practical advice for building adaptive talent strategiesFor recruiters, HR leaders, and talent acquisition professionals.Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

January 7, 2026Episode 15222 min

EP152: Mercer – How to Rethink Digital HR and Talent

In this episode of the All In Recruitment Podcast, we are joined by Jason Averbook, Senior Partner and Global Leader, Digital HR Strategy at Mercer.Jason discusses what digital HR really means beyond technology, why employee and candidate experience design is critical, and how recruitment and HR leaders can rethink outdated practices to stay relevant.The conversation covers digital HR as a mindset, continuous change, and the growing importance of designing human-centered experiences in a real-time world.A must-listen for recruitment professionals and HR leaders navigating the future of work.Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

December 3, 2025Episode 15122 min

EP151: Stellantis – How to Transform Sourcing with TI

In EP151, we speak with Diana Mendes, Talent Sourcer & Talent Intelligence at Stellantis, about global talent sourcing, market intelligence, and building a connected worldwide TA community. Diana shares how sourcing can become a strategic business driver, how talent pools are shifting, and how AI and TI enhance modern recruitment.Listen in to learn how Stellantis scales global hiring and prepares for the future of talent acquisition.Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

November 5, 2025Episode 15034 min

EP150: Medtronic - How to Build Culture Through Value, Not Fit

Jay Olson, Global Director of TA at Medtronic, joins All In Recruitment to discuss why “culture fit” isn’t enough, and how hiring for culture value add drives innovation, diversity, and long-term success.Perfect for recruiters and TA leaders who want to build more inclusive, future-ready teams.Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

October 1, 2025Episode 14921 min

EP149: Raks Group – How to Improve Hiring

What are the biggest challenges facing recruiters today, and how can we solve them? In this episode of All In Recruitment, we sat down with Ranjith Ravula, Founder & CEO of Raks Group, who shares practical insights for recruitment professionals:👉 Guiding candidates with employment gaps through the hiring process👉 Managing client relationships when the stakes are high👉 Why trust and credibility matter more than flashy recruitment tactics👉 How recruitment AI tools like Role AI can tackle unconscious bias👉 Key hiring advice for founders and talent leadersIf you’re a recruiter, talent acquisition specialist, or HR professional, this episode gives you strategies to improve outcomes and deliver better hiring results.Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

September 3, 2025Episode 14821 min

EP148: Laurel Group - How AI Is Shaping Executive Recruitment

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Berta, Partner at Laurel Group, to discuss the future of executive search in the age of AI. Learn how top recruitment firms navigate candidate volume, assess soft skills, and adapt hiring strategies for both startups and enterprise companies. Chris shares actionable advice for recruiters and HR leaders looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving talent landscape.Key Takeaways:• How AI is changing candidate sourcing and evaluation• The growing importance of soft skills over technical skills• Attracting top talent through innovation and experimentation• Differences in talent needs between startups and large organizationsFollow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

August 6, 2025Episode 14715 min

EP147: Mercer Talent Enterprise - How to Spot High Potentials

Unlock hidden talent and future-proof your workforce. In this episode, Tom Verboven from Mercer Talent Enterprise reveals how strategic selection, data-driven assessments, and a growth mindset can help recruiters identify high-potential employees and stay ahead in a fast-changing talent market.If you’re a recruiter, HR leader, or talent strategist, this episode will transform the way you see assessments.Tom Verboven: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-verboven-b85a691/Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

July 2, 2025Episode 14626 min

EP146: WageScape - How to Compete with Real-Time Labor Data

Cary Sparrow, founder & CEO of WageScape, joins Lydia to explore how companies are leveraging live labor market data to hire faster, manage costs smarter, and avoid the old pitfalls of relying on gut feel and outdated surveys. He digs into:• How a large retailer uses WageScape to adjust pay within days, not months• Why savvy recruiters stay alert to what AI is (often wrongly) telling job seekers• The new competitive advantage: local, real-time, nuanced pay intelligencePlus, Cary shares sharp advice for anyone building a career in this ever-changing talent space.Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

June 25, 2025Episode 14523 min

EP145: Ojisan Relaxing Station - How to Hire Without Resumes

Hiring Without Rules: Mark Laothavornwong, CEO of Ojisan Relaxing StationMark, CEO and Founder of Ojisan Relaxing Station, reveals why recruiting massage therapists in Bangkok forced him to rethink everything he knew from a decade in HR.In this episode:• Hiring without résumés: What works when CVs don’t exist• Culture over credentials: How to spot coachable talent• Letting go of toxic high-performers• Replacing HR process with personal instinct• Building internal mobility through franchise opportunitiesMark’s story is a fresh take on recruiting in people-centric industries, especially for anyone hiring outside corporate environments.A must-listen for HR professionals, people ops, and founders.Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment

June 18, 2025Episode 14418 min

EP144: Amazon - How to Navigate AI Disruption in Tech Recruiting

Is AI a recruiter’s best friend—or worst nightmare?In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Kidder, a Senior Technical Recruiter III at Amazon, who shares how he’s navigating some of the biggest challenges in tech recruitment today:Pain Points Covered:– AI-generated resumes that don’t match candidate skills– Hiring managers with sky-high expectations– Candidates using AI to cheat during assessments– A tech market filled with hesitant, hard-to-reach top talentAmazon's Approach:– Using data to align hiring goals and set expectations– Emphasizing candidate experience to protect employer brand– Combining AI tools with authentic, human recruiter engagement– Prioritizing transparency, grit, and process optimizationWhether you're hiring in tech, leading a TA team, or entering the space, this conversation is filled with insight on what it takes to win talent in 2025 and beyond.Tune in now and future-proof your recruiting process!Follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/manatalappTwitter: https://twitter.com/manatalappLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/manatal/Quora: https://manatal.quora.com/Medium: https://medium.com/manatalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nb5Npdl7BtHMAlUM4RedwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-recruitment/id1633194066Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/955efd40-7cc7-444b-b99e-6fb3ad808a72/all-in-recruitment