WRKDefined’s Workplace Misconduct: A Mandatory Meeting HR Podcast Episode 8

In the world of HR and Talent Acquisition, workplace misconduct is more than just a problem - it’s a crisis waiting to happen. In this episode of Workplace Misconduct: A Mandatory Meeting, William Tincup and Ryan Leary, along with recruiting veterans Carmen Hudson and Steve Levy, uncover shocking real-life hiring and recruiting stories that highlight the risks of weak candidate screening and compliance failures. Hudson and Levy share unforgettable HR horror stories, from an Amazon candidate’s unexpected wardrobe malfunction to a high-stakes bar raiser showdown, emphasizing the importance of preparation, clear hiring processes, and strong recruiter-hiring manager collaboration to prevent costly mistakes.

Key Takeaways:

• Preparation is everything - vague hiring goals lead to poor decisions.
• Interview blunders happen - empathy and structure can turn them into learning moments.
• Skill-based hiring remains a challenge, but AI may help bridge the gap.
• Poor recruiter-candidate communication, including ghosting, harms employer brands.
• AI in hiring should focus on outcomes, not just industry buzzwords.
• Structured interviews and clear rubrics drive better hiring decisions.

Misconduct at work isn’t just an HR headache - it’s a ticking time bomb for company culture. Tune in to Workplace Misconduct: A Mandatory Meeting – a spinoff of #9to5Nightmares for more unfiltered stories from the front lines of hiring.

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