Have you ever met someone who just gets it? They travel, they ask questions, they listen. This one’s a ride through learning, global HR culture, and how AI is punching traditional recruiting right in the face. No lectures, just sharp takes and smarter conversations.
In this episode we explore the mindset of someone who never stops learning. Gerry Crispin, CEO and Founder or CareerXroads , stops by the booth to share his insight on pushing the boundaries to understanding workforce trends, to watching Gen Z weaponize AI for growth, it’s a conversation about keeping up, reaching out, and staying ahead. The world’s changing. Fast. Get in or get left behind.
Key Takeaways
The people who keep learning stay in the game
Travel changes how you lead, hire, and manage
AI isn’t a trend — it’s the new coworker
Candidates are tech-forward. Most orgs aren’t
Gen Z is using AI like a secret weapon
Conversations build more than connections — they build direction
Change is speeding up. Resistance is a waste of time
You don’t need to know everything — but you better keep asking
Your worldview is only as big as the last place you visited
Every conversation is a learning opportunity. Yes, even that one
Timestamps
00:00 Who is Gerry Crispin and Lifelong Learning
04:02 Global Perspectives on Workforce Management
10:08 The Impact of AI on Recruitment
14:57 Learning from the Next Generation
20:13 Networking and Personal Growth
24:03 Navigating Change in a Rapidly Evolving World
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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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Gerry Crispin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrycrispin/
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