In episode 166, Coffey talks with Mike Kahn about the current state of recruitment and effective strategies for hiring top talent. They discuss the current job market trends; shifts in demand for different types of HR roles; the importance of specialized skills in HR; the changing landscape of recruitment technology; the value of thorough candidate vetting and cultural fit assessment; the role of internal versus external recruiters; effective communication with hiring managers; generational differences in job seekers; and the impact of remote work on recruitment.

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Mike Kahn

Mike Kahn brings a unique combination of 22 years as an HR practitioner and 18 years in recruiting for Human Resources professionals. Having performed and or managed most of the functions for which he recruits provides an unparalleled understanding in assessing candidates and consulting with clients. A native Houstonian, Mike supported HR in retail, manufacturing, financial services and distribution prior to going into search where he has worked with Fortune 20 companies down to 100 person organizations in building or enhancing their HR teams. He has filled roles in private sector, governmental and for-profit organizations and in all industries. He has served as president of both HR Houston and Texas SHRM. He attended Tulane University in New Orleans, is happily married for 41 years to his childhood neighbor and is a performing vocalist in his spare time.

Contact

Mike Kahn can be reached at
https://www.burnettspecialists.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekahnsphr