045: Crossing The Monster Chasm

Recorded live on September 15, 2025. In this episode of SpeakEasy HR, we sat down with the founder of Monster.com—one of the most groundbreaking job boards in history—and now the visionary behind the newest platform, Boomband. With decades of experience shaping how people search for jobs and how employers find talent, he shares insights on the evolution of job boards, what’s changed in the hiring landscape, and where recruiting technology is headed next. We discussed: 1. The early days of Monster.com and lessons from building a category-defining platform.2. The biggest shifts in how candidates and employers connect today.3. What inspired the launch of Boomband and how it reimagines the job search experience.4. What HR leaders should be paying attention to as technology reshapes recruiting. We even discovered some of Jeff’s boldest marketing stunts from his days at Monster—including setting a world record for water-skiing behind a blimp. Don’t miss the full story in this episode! If you’ve ever posted a job, searched for one, or wondered what’s next in the talent marketplace, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Learn more about Boomband at https://boomband.com/