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Episode Synopsis
Jim Stroud interviews Stephane Rivard, CEO of Hiring Branch to discuss eliminating bias from the interview process and what better way is there to do that than by removing interviewing from the hiring process completely. Questions asked in this podcast include:
What are some common biases and stereotypes that HR professionals should be aware of during the hiring process?
What steps can organizations take to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity in their hiring practices?
What role does technology play in promoting fair hiring practices? Are there any potential risks or limitations to be aware of?
How can HR professionals promote inclusivity and reduce bias during the initial screening and resume review stage?
How can HR professionals measure and track the effectiveness of their fair hiring practices?
What are some potential biases that may arise when utilizing AI and machine learning in the hiring process, and how can HR professionals mitigate them?
And more, much more…
Mentioned in this podcast:
I am speaking about the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment industry at SourceCon in Minneapolis, MN, Sept 21st – 22nd. Use the code JSSCFLL23 to get 10% off the ticket price. Register now because tickets are going fast! https://conference.sourcecon.com/
About my guest:
Stephane Rivard, CEO, HiringBranch
Stephane Rivard is the Co-founder and CEO of HiringBranch and a lifelong entrepreneur. He believes the future of talent acquisition is “interviewless,” and he’s been featured on a number of prominent HR outlets explaining why AI is the most accurate way to evaluate soft skills. His top soft skills include problem-solving, rapport, curiosity, and divergent thinking. When he’s not traveling for work, you’ll find Stephane hanging out with his family, playing chess, running, skiing, mountain biking, sailing, or just walking his dog named Finnigan.
Stephane Rivard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephane-rivard-entrepreneur
Company website: https://www.hiringbranch.com
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What are some common biases and stereotypes that HR professionals should be aware of during the hiring process?
What steps can organizations take to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity in their hiring practices?
What role does technology play in promoting fair hiring practices? Are there any potential risks or limitations to be aware of?
How can HR professionals promote inclusivity and reduce bias during the initial screening and resume review stage?
How can HR professionals measure and track the effectiveness of their fair hiring practices?
What are some potential biases that may arise when utilizing AI and machine learning in the hiring process, and how can HR professionals mitigate them?
And more, much more…
Mentioned in this podcast:
I am speaking about the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment industry at SourceCon in Minneapolis, MN, Sept 21st – 22nd. Use the code JSSCFLL23 to get 10% off the ticket price. Register now because tickets are going fast! https://conference.sourcecon.com/
About my guest:
Stephane Rivard, CEO, HiringBranch
Stephane Rivard is the Co-founder and CEO of HiringBranch and a lifelong entrepreneur. He believes the future of talent acquisition is “interviewless,” and he’s been featured on a number of prominent HR outlets explaining why AI is the most accurate way to evaluate soft skills. His top soft skills include problem-solving, rapport, curiosity, and divergent thinking. When he’s not traveling for work, you’ll find Stephane hanging out with his family, playing chess, running, skiing, mountain biking, sailing, or just walking his dog named Finnigan.
Stephane Rivard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephane-rivard-entrepreneur
Company website: https://www.hiringbranch.com
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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