233. Maintaining Humanity in AI-Integrated Recruitment feat. Jennifer Hahn

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In this episode, Traci Chernoff and Jennifer Hahn discuss the integration of AI in recruiting, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a human touch in the hiring process. They explore how AI can enhance efficiency, the strategic role of recruiters, and the significance of personal branding in resumes. The conversation also addresses fears surrounding AI in the workforce and the necessity of human discernment in candidate evaluations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI in Recruiting

02:56 The Role of AI in Enhancing Recruitment

05:54 Strategic Human Element in AI Utilization

08:56 AI Tools and Candidate Experience

12:01 Navigating AI Fears in the Workforce

14:57 The Importance of Personal Touch in Resumes

18:05 Standing Out in the Job Market

20:57 Assessments and AI in Candidate Evaluation

23:56 The Human Touch in Recruitment Processes

27:08 Final Thoughts on AI and Human Interaction

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About Our Guest: 

Jennifer Hahn is the Founder & CEO of J Recruiting Services, a boutique recruiting firm that partners with leading retail brands across the U.S. to deliver top-tier talent. 

Jenn’s professional journey began as a District Manager for a Top 10 Global Retailer, where she successfully led operations teams for five years. She later transitioned into sales leadership roles before finding her true calling in recruiting. It didn’t take long for Jenn to realize she had discovered her zone of genius. 

In 2017, Jenn founded J Recruiting Services to serve the industry she knows and loves—retail. A self-proclaimed “retail nerd,” she created the firm to deliver tailored recruiting solutions that align with her clients’ unique needs. Today, as CEO, Jenn leads her team in placing top talent in roles across store operations, warehouse leadership, and executive positions for major retail brands across the nation. Her team’s mission is clear: deliver exceptional results that encourage both clients and candidates to expect more from external recruiters. They’re more than just recruiters—they’re true partners.

Recognized as a Top Woman in Grocery by Progressive Grocer in 2023 and featured in Yahoo Finance, Jenn is passionate about giving back. She is a member of NextUp, an organization advancing women in business, and mentors veterans transitioning to corporate careers through American Corporate Partners (ACP). Jenn’s commitment to empowering others and connecting great people to great opportunities is at the heart of everything she does.

Connect with Jennifer Hahn here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenn-hahn-5698b66a/ and https://www.linkedin.com/company/jrecruitingservices/ 

Website: https://jrecruitingservices.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRecruitingServices/ 

Connect with Traci here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠

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