Ep. 125: Hiring Smart in Tech: Outcomes Over Unicorns with Mike Kyle

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Kyle, Managing Director of Technology Recruitment, who’s been placing top IT talent across the U.S. since 2006. Mike pulls back the curtain on what’s broken in today’s hiring process—and how companies can shift their mindset from chasing mythical “unicorn” candidates to building outcome-driven, high-performing teams.

We also dive into what job seekers can do to stand out in an overcrowded job market, including how to build a powerful LinkedIn presence. Mike shares practical, no-nonsense advice on what to post, how often, which tools to use, and why your LinkedIn profile might just be your most important asset.

Whether you’re hiring or job hunting, this episode is packed with real-world tips you can use today.

Topics include:

• Why most companies hire the wrong way
• How job seeking has drastically changed
• Building your LinkedIn brand from scratch
• What makes a great post—and how often to share
• Tools that make LinkedIn content easier
• A smarter approach to IT recruiting and hiring

If you’re tired of outdated hiring methods or want to rise above the noise in your job search, don’t miss this conversation with a recruiter who’s seen it all.