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The 2Talented Podcast Smart. Real. Ridiculously Helpful. The 2Talented Podcast is your new go-to resource for everything job search, hiring, and recruiting—served with a bit of humor and a whole lot of advice. Our goal is that you leave each episode with practical takeaways to level up your hiring, your job search, and your understanding of what it takes to thrive in today’s evolving workplace. Hosted by Graham and Corinne Shalvoy—recruiting veterans, industry insiders, endurance athletes and co-founders of Strides Staffing.

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7/9/2025

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June 25, 2026

The AI Reality Check: Is Tech Hiring Finally Coming Back?

<p>After nearly three years of layoffs, hiring freezes, and uncertainty, Graham and Corinne discuss why they&#39;re beginning to see signs of life in the technology job market. They break down the latest jobs report, explain why the headline numbers don&#39;t tell the whole story, and share what they&#39;re seeing firsthand from working with hiring managers every day.</p><p>The conversation also explores the next phase of AI in the workplace. Companies are discovering that while AI is an incredible productivity tool, it isn&#39;t replacing people as quickly as many predicted. Instead, organizations are shifting their focus toward using AI to make employees more effective—and they&#39;re hiring leaders who can help make that happen.</p><p>Whether you&#39;re actively job searching, thinking about your next career move, or trying to understand where AI fits into the future of work, this episode offers practical insights from recruiters who are on the front lines of today&#39;s hiring market.</p><p>In this episode:<br>• What the latest jobs report really tells us<br>• Why tech hiring may finally be gaining momentum<br>• The AI reality check many companies are facing<br>• Why businesses are hiring AI-savvy leaders instead of replacing entire teams<br>• How job seekers can stay competitive in an AI-driven workplace</p>

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June 8, 2026

Don't Say No to That Contract Role Yet

<p>Many job seekers automatically dismiss contract opportunities in favor of permanent positions, but is that always the right decision?</p><p>In this episode of the 2Talented Podcast, Graham and Corinne break down when a contract role can actually be a smart career move and why some of the best opportunities in today&#39;s market come in contract or contract-to-hire form.</p><p>We discuss:</p><p>• When taking a contract role can accelerate your career<br>• Using contract work to gain experience with new technologies and skill sets<br>• How to evaluate whether the compensation is worth it<br>• Why working for an exciting company can sometimes outweigh employment type<br>• The pros and cons of contract-to-hire opportunities<br>• How to calculate an equivalent hourly rate from an annual salary<br>• The hidden value of benefits, PTO, bonuses and retirement contributions<br>• What questions you should ask before accepting a contract position<br>• The growing trend of fractional and part-time consulting work</p><p>We also discuss current hiring trends we&#39;re seeing through Strides Staffing, share running and race updates, and provide practical advice for candidates navigating a challenging job market.</p><p>Whether you&#39;re actively interviewing, considering a contract opportunity, or simply want to understand all of your career options, this episode will help you evaluate contract work with a more strategic mindset.</p>

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May 19, 2026

Giving Notice: Every Reaction You Should Expect

<p>This week on the 2Talented Podcast, Graham and Corinne talk about one of the most stressful and awkward parts of your career: giving notice.</p><p>Most people spend weeks preparing for interviews and negotiating offers, but almost no time thinking through how to professionally leave a company. In this episode, we discuss best practices for giving notice including whether you should do it in person or over video, how much notice to give, what language to use and how to avoid burning bridges on the way out.</p><p>We also walk through the many different reactions employers can have once you resign:</p><ul><li>Counter offers</li><li>Angry bosses</li><li>Leadership wanting emergency meetings</li><li>Feeling guilt or betrayal</li><li>Immediate termination</li><li>Or sometimes… almost no reaction at all</li></ul><p>The goal of this episode is to help prepare you mentally and professionally so you can handle the conversation with confidence and avoid common mistakes that can damage your reputation long term.</p><p>We also kick things off with running updates, upcoming races and a discussion around recent wins and challenges with Strides Staffing in today’s market.</p><p>Whether you are actively interviewing, considering a career move or just want to be prepared for the future, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.</p>

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What is 2Talented Podcast?

The 2Talented Podcast Smart. Real. Ridiculously Helpful.

The 2Talented Podcast is your new go-to resource for everything job search, hiring, and recruiting—served with a bit of humor and a whole lot of advice. Our goal is that you leave each episode with practical takeaways to level up your hiring, your job search, and your understanding of what it takes to thrive in today’s evolving workplace.

Hosted by Graham and Corinne Shalvoy—recruiting veterans, industry insiders, endurance athletes and co-founders of Strides Staffing.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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