In this episode, our host James Mackey delves into the current state of the economy, particularly in the tech industry, and the impact it's having on hiring and layoffs. He delves into the reasons why companies often fail at hiring the right talent and provides invaluable insights into how companies can avoid hiring the wrong people. James also provides tips on how to build a talent acquisition department from scratch, and successfully navigate hiring plans during periods of hypergrowth. He also addresses the competitive landscape of recruitment, offering guidelines on how to stand out amongst other companies striving for the same talent.  4:11 How to build a talent acquisition department from scratch while in hypergrowth   7:18 How companies can avoid hiring the wrong people15:16 How to decide which roles to prioritize in tier one16:57 How to stand out from a talent acquisition perspective Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!