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Bad Bosses, Great Leaders
This podcast is dedicated to empowering leaders with actionable insights and practical strategies that drive change, progress, and strong team dynamics.
Each episode, hosted by Rebecca Vickers, delivers targeted strategies, real-world examples, and expert insights, all crafted to equip you with the essential tools for effective leadership. For every episode Rebecca welcomes a special guest on the show to share their experiences whether it's navigating their own leadership growth or helping coach others.
Whether you lead a small group or an entire organization, or you are learning how to manage yourself first, join us for this series as we delve into the diverse aspects of leadership through concise and engaging segments.
This podcast is owned and produced by B&B Vickers Entertainment LLC.
Bad Bosses, Great Leaders
AI, Bias & Burnout: The Truth About Modern Hiring (and How to Change It)
💥 Hiring is broken—and we’re all paying the price.
Job seekers are drowning in rejection. Recruiters are burning out. And companies are making decisions based on incomplete, biased data. In this eye-opening episode, C. Guz, founder of Octopus, breaks down the real problems behind modern hiring—and what it actually takes to fix them.
✅ The truth behind AI in hiring (and why most of what you’ve heard is wrong)
✅ How the recruiting process dehumanizes candidates—and what to do about it
✅ Why resumes aren’t enough—and what data actually matters
âś… The role of empathy, transparency, and feedback in hiring
âś… How Octopus is rebuilding the bridge between candidates and companies
C. doesn’t hold back. She shares her own story of navigating 13,000 rejections, building a people-first hiring solution, and creating tools that help both employers and candidates win—with humanity, not hype.
🔊 Tune in now for a raw, refreshing conversation about the future of hiring—and how we can make it work for everyone.
Get in Touch with C. Guz:
Website: JoinOcto.co
LinkedIn: Connect with C. Guz
