You’re Either Learning or You’re Losing

Curiosity isn’t just a buzzword—it’s your edge in a world moving at breakneck speed. In this conversation, we crack open what it really means to keep learning, take feedback seriously, and adapt to the tectonic shifts in recruitment, tech, and workforce dynamics. Spoiler alert: Gen Z’s not waiting for permission.

In this episode speak with Edie Goldberg about curiosity, feedback, AI in recruitment, women in tech, and shifting workforce dynamics. We explore how learning keeps you relevant, how technology reshapes hiring, and why understanding context matters more than ever. If you’re navigating the future of work, this is your map.

Key Takeaways:

➡ Curiosity is your professional survival kit in a fast-moving world

➡ Feedback isn't optional—it’s the fuel for leveling up

➡ New tech isn’t coming, it’s here—adapt or fall behind

➡ Gen Z isn’t chasing jobs—they’re building their own paths

➡ Women in tech are still massively underrepresented

➡ Interview norms have shifted—respect and clarity matter

➡ AI isn’t replacing recruiters, it’s supercharging them

➡ Communication without context? That’s where things break

➡ Remote culture demands new rules of engagement

➡ Continuous learning isn’t a trend—it’s a mindset

➡ Supporting women isn’t a campaign—it’s a commitment

➡ Attention is fractured—how you engage matters more than ever

Timestamps:

00:00 – The Importance of Curiosity and Learning

02:53 – Feedback: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

06:00 – Adapting to Change: Technology and Recruitment

09:02 – The Role of AI in Recruitment

11:56 – Changing Workforce Dynamics: Attracting Talent

14:56 – Empowering Women in HR Tech

17:53 – Navigating Interviews: Expectations and Etiquette

21:01 – The Impact of Technology on Attention

23:58 – Concluding Thoughts: Learning from Each Other

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This limited series was recorded live at the ERE Recruiting Innovation Summit from the Chatterworks booth on the expo floor. We sat down with 20 Recruiting and TA leaders from around the world to hear what today’s best recruiters are doing to stay sharp, stay relevant, and stay ahead. Powered by Chatterworks, the platform that helps recruiters transform the way they connect with top talent.

Learn more about Chatterworks here: https://chatterworks.com/

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• Edie Goldberg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edie-goldberg-phd/

• Website: https://www.elgoldberg.com/

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• Ryan Leary LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanleary/

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