The corporate world is at a pivotal juncture where technology and human talent intersect to define the future of work. I had the opportunity to interview talent acquisition expert Kyle Samuels, a leader in HR technology from Creative Talent Endeavors. Our discussion revealed critical insights for job seekers and employers in today's tech-driven yet relationship-centric job market. Read the full blog on the website. Timestamps to guide your listening: 00:54 The Impact of Technology on Traditional Jobs 02:40 The Role of Technology in HR and Recruitment 05:02 The Paradox of Hiring in the Age of AI and Tech 05:15 The Challenges of Remote Hiring and Recruitment 06:13 The Shift Back to In-Person Interviews 09:06 The Flaws of Traditional Executive Search 16:04 The Impact of the New Model on Job Candidates 19:26 Understanding Your Worth in the Job Market 24:12 The Importance of Relationship Building in Job Search 27:10 The Impact of Networking and Conferences 28:21 Leveraging LinkedIn for Job Search 29:13 The Importance of Personal Connections 31:34 The Role of Diversity in Hiring 37:10 The Importance of Inclusion in the Workplace 47:28 Final Thoughts and Future Plans Links mentioned in this episode: Kyle Samules LinkedIn CTE Creative Talent Endeavors About the host, Renata Bernarde Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. Join us for more career tips: Subscribe to The Job Hunting Newsletter and take your career to new heights More ways I can help you: www.renatabernarde.com