#16 - When a Techy Aims to Fix Boring Job Boards - Mike Davies

Oct 24, 2022 |

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In this episode, I speak to Mike Davies , COO & Co-Founder of Haystack.

If you're worried that tech talent thinks the job board you are using is boring, you're probably right...

Listen to hear how transparency is driving tech talent to your competitors...

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