HIRE Calling

About HIRE Calling

The biggest decisions shaping your career are often made behind closed doors. Who gets hired? Who gets promoted? Who gets laid off? Who keeps growing while others get left behind? HIRE CALLING pulls back the curtain on how those decisions are really made. Hosted by Avetis Antaplyan, Founder and CEO of HIRECLOUT, the show brings you candid conversations with executives, hiring leaders, operators, and industry insiders alongside practical insights from decades inside the hiring market. If you want to get hired, advance your career, lead better, and stay valuable as the world of work changes, HIRE CALLING gives you the perspective usually reserved for the other side of the table.

Publisher

Avetis Antaplyan & HIRECLOUT

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Sept 2026

Latest episode

5 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

4 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Nov 2026

   How to Hire the Right Executive Leaders for Every Stage of Startup Growth

   In this episode of HIRE Calling, Shea Jaenicke, GTM recruiting leader at HIRECLOUT, shares an inside look at executive recruiting, leadership evaluation, and the hiring decisions that shape high-growth technology companies. From identifying the right CRO or VP of Sales to understanding the differences between venture capital and private equity hiring, Shea explains why experience, company culture, and growth stage matter more than credentials alone. The conversation also explores how artificial intelligence is transforming recruitment, sales, and marketing while reinforcing the importance of human judgment. Whether you're a CEO, startup founder, hiring manager, or executive considering your next career move, this discussion offers practical insights into making better hiring decisions. What You'll Learn • Why hiring an accomplished executive at the wrong growth stage can limit your company's success. • How executive recruiters evaluate leadership capabilities, cultural alignment, and experience beyond a resume. • What separates successful CROs, VPs of Sales, and other go-to-market leaders in scaling technology companies. • When startups should transition from founder-led sales to experienced sales leadership. • The impact of artificial intelligence on recruiting, sales development, marketing, and future hiring trends. Chapters 00:00 Why Great Hires Require More Than Experience 01:24 From Retail Management to Executive Search 11:29 Building a Go-to-Market Recruiting Practice 17:16 What Really Happens After Job Interviews 23:13 Hiring Leaders for Different Growth Stages 30:00 When to Hire a CRO or VP 38:28 Why AI Cannot Replace Human Recruiters 41:44 Emerging Trends in Technology and GTM Hiring 46:00 Why Executive Recruiters Challenge Hiring Decisions 57:09 Career Lessons and Final Advice Executive search, executive recruiting, GTM recruiting, go-to-market strategy, leadership hiring, startup hiring, executive recruitment process, Shea Jaenicke, HIRECLOUT, hiring strategies, talent acquisition, executive leadership, startup scaling, chief revenue officer, CRO hiring, VP of Sales, sales leadership, technology recruiting, AI in recruiting, artificial intelligence in hiring, recruitment automation, venture capital, private equity, startup growth stages, founder-led sales, company culture fit, executive career development, hiring managers, CEO leadership, recruitment trends #ExecutiveSearch #ExecutiveRecruiting #GTM #LeadershipHiring #StartupGrowth #TalentAcquisition #ArtificialIntelligence #TechRecruiting #SalesLeadership #VentureCapital #PrivateEquity #HIRECLOUT Shea Jaenicke Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shea-jaenicke-29a72178/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shea-jaenicke-29a72178/)

2. 

   29 Oct 2026

   The Biggest Mistake People Make When Trying to Advance Their Careers

   In this episode of HIRE Calling, Melanie Fisher, Vice President of Business Operations and equity partner at HIRECLOUT, shares her unconventional journey from military service in Iraq to supply chain management, business operations, and executive search. Melanie explores how extreme ownership, persistence, and strategic career decisions accelerated her professional growth. The conversation examines leadership development, managing visionary entrepreneurs, building high-performing teams, and avoiding costly job interview mistakes. They also discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping hiring expectations and why professionals must adapt to remain competitive in an evolving workforce. What You'll Learn • Why work ethic, grit, and taking ownership can accelerate career advancement more than talent alone. • How embracing uncomfortable opportunities and going beyond your job description can lead to leadership roles and promotions. • What effective leaders do differently when managing teams, building trust, and balancing accountability with individual needs. • When professionals should pursue new career opportunities versus continuing to grow within their current organization. • The biggest interview mistakes, hiring red flags, and AI-related changes affecting career opportunities and job security. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Career Growth and Leadership 02:01 Military Service and Building Resilience 10:04 Turning Initiative Into Career Opportunities 21:41 Work Ethic, Ownership, and Promotions 32:21 Building Trust and Long-Term Commitment 43:03 Managing Visionaries and Integrators 51:30 Why Grit Matters More Than Talent 01:01:35 Leadership Styles and Accountability 01:09:23 Interview Preparation and Hiring Mistakes 01:15:25 AI, Automation, and the Future of Work career growth, leadership development, career advancement, executive leadership, Melanie Fisher, HIRECLOUT, HIRE Calling podcast, professional development, work ethic, extreme ownership, grit and resilience, business operations, supply chain management, military to civilian career, executive search, technical recruiting, talent acquisition, job interview preparation, interview mistakes, salary expectations, compensation negotiation, leadership styles, servant leadership, visionary and integrator, EOS, managing up, artificial intelligence in the workplace, AI automation, ChatGPT, Claude #CareerGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveLeadership #CareerAdvice #ExecutiveSearch #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkEthic #LeadershipSkills #Hiring #ArtificialIntelligence #HIRECLOUT Melanie Fisher Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniefisher213/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniefisher213/)

3. 

   15 Oct 2026

   Feeling Stuck in Your Career? Here's How to Know When to Leave

   Host Avetis interviews entrepreneur Kirk Cartozian about navigating unconventional career transitions and identifying high-performance qualities for professional growth.

4. 

   24 Sept 2026

   HIRE Calling: What Really Shapes Your Career | Official Trailer

   Avetis Antaplyan, Founder and CEO of HIRECLOUT, interviews executives and hiring leaders to reveal how career-defining decisions are truly made.

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