Recording LIVE on Oct. 13, 2025
In this eye-opening conversation, we sat down with Matt Charney, Executive Editor at ERE Media & Media Bistro — one of the most respected voices in talent acquisition.
Top Shelf Topic: Are Employers Acquiring Talent or Inventory?
Matt shared sharp insights into the subtle ways hiring practices have slipped into a purely transactional mindset and why the words we use — talent vs. inventory — have a deeper impact than most leaders realize. Together, we explored:
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How data-driven recruiting has both helped and hurt the human side of hiring
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The cultural and leadership habits that either elevate people as unique talent or reduce them to “headcount”
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Metrics that truly measured talent value, not just time-to-fill
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Practical advice for job seekers who want to join organizations that invest in people, not just fill positions
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What AI, automation, and the gig economy have meant for the future of “talent-first” hiring
Whether you were a business leader, recruiter, or job seeker, this episode challenged listeners to rethink how organizations define — and value — the people who power their success.
To connect with Matt, visit https://mattcharney.com/.
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