{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/655148df2861630012a1d01b/678d4df616bc7a85459b5c1e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Taylor Desseyn: How to Build a Genuine, High-Quality Network","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/655148df2861630012a1d01b/1737313736943-93c824ff-c0f2-4b42-b955-af4dc45b8218.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Links</p><p>- Codecrafters: https://tej.as/codecrafters</p><p>- Taylor on X: https://x.com/tdesseyn</p><p>- Torc: https://torc.dev/</p><p>- Tejas on X: https://x.com/tejaskumar_</p><p><br></p><p>Summary</p><p><br></p><p>Taylor Desseyn and I explore the often contentious relationship between recruiters and engineers, discussing the cultural nuances that affect communication and understanding. Taylor shares insights on what differentiates good recruiters from bad ones, emphasizing the importance of building genuine relationships and understanding the technical landscape. Together, we dive into the evolution of Taylor's career from a competitive recruiter to a community-focused leader at Torc, a new talent marketplace. The discussion highlights the significance of intentions in recruitment and the need for adaptability in a changing job market. </p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>03:55 The Enmity Between Recruiters and Engineers</p><p>06:52 Understanding the Culture of Engineering</p><p>09:52 What Makes a Good Recruiter?</p><p>13:01 Building Relationships Over Numbers</p><p>15:54 The Importance of Intentions in Recruitment</p><p>18:58 The Journey from Recruiter to Leader</p><p>22:01 Adapting to Market Changes</p><p>25:00 Introducing Torque: A New Talent Marketplace</p><p>31:02 Building Community in Job Search</p><p>32:00 The Role of Torque.dev in Job Matching</p><p>33:30 Global Reach and Community Building</p><p>33:55 Business Model of Torque.dev</p><p>35:19 The Importance of Content Creation</p><p>37:26 The Value of Personal Branding</p><p>39:27 The Impact of Individual Brands on Companies</p><p>41:17 Navigating Company Dynamics</p><p>42:57 The Shift in Marketing Strategies</p><p>44:56 The Balance of Self-Promotion and Company Representation</p><p>47:36 The Importance of Authenticity in Marketing</p><p>49:34 Finding the Balance in Promotion</p><p>52:02 Humanizing Company Messaging</p><p>55:53 Job Search Strategies for Engineers</p><p>57:41 The Importance of Direct Communication in Job Applications</p><p>01:01:10 Building a Valuable Network Through Giving Back</p><p>01:05:41 The Role of Authenticity in Career Growth</p><p>01:14:52 Balancing Family Life and Career</p><p>01:23:46 The Future of Tech Recruitment and Community Building</p>","author_name":"Tejas Kumar"}