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In today’s episode, I’m spilling the beans on how to avoid a tech headache and choose HR software that actually works. From filtering out vendor fluff to getting buy-in from your people, this is your no-BS guide to shopping smarter, not harder. 

Whether you’re leading your first tech rollout or just sick of being bamboozled by shiny demos, this one’s packed with tips that’ll save your budget... and your sanity.

Key Themes
- Create your HR tech must-have wishlist
- Use employee feedback to guide decisions
- Rely on trusted sources beyond Google
- Own the demo, don’t let sales charm you
- Get buy-in from managers and employees

Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Choosing the Right HR Tech
01:52 – Ask Employees for Pain Points
03:00 – Don’t Trust Google: Do Deeper Research
11:03 – Control the Demo Conversation
15:09 – Ask Employees for Pain Points (Again, for Good Reason!)

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