AI is everywhere—and yes, it’s changing how we hire. But are we moving too fast?

In this episode, I’m digging into the real-world pros and cons of AI in recruiting—from the tools that help you hire smarter to the ones that could quietly damage your brand.

At a recent family gathering, AI came up, and what struck me most was the frustration, especially from the candidate and customer side. That matters, because your hiring process is part of your brand.

In this episode:

• Where AI actually adds value (hint: it's not in the interview)
• What’s dangerous about using bots as your first impression
• Why AI can amplify bias, not eliminate it
• How to evaluate whether AI tools are helping—or just expensive distractions
• What it means to set real governance around AI in hiring
• The question every leader should ask: Who owns the decision—AI or you?

Bottom line: AI should support your hiring process, not replace your judgment.

Ready to hire smarter, with the right mix of tools and human connection? Let’s talk at frostconnections.com

Connect with Kim on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/frostkim

Hiring isn’t just about resumes and job descriptions—it’s about leadership. And sometimes, leadership means hearing the hard stuff.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the real, often uncomfortable truths about the hiring process that most leaders avoid—but absolutely need to hear.

From interview feedback to team alignment, lowball offers to bad interviewers—this episode is your full reality check. Whether you’re a CEO, VP, or hiring manager, if you want to attract top talent and actually keep them, this one’s for you.

In this episode:

• A behind-the-scenes story from a CEO who wanted the hard feedback
• Why over-interviewing and ghosting candidates damages your brand
• The difference between a great experience and a forgettable one
• What thoughtful hiring looks like in action
• The 10 hiring truths that most companies ignore—and shouldn’t

This episode is packed with practical takeaways, mindset shifts, and a reminder: how you hire is who you become.

Ready to hire differently?

Learn more at frostconnections.com

Connect with Kim on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/frostkim

When I tell people I run a retained search firm, I usually get the same confused look—like I just said I build time machines. Even my mom doesn’t totally get it (love you, Mom).

So in this episode of Hire Power, I’m breaking down the truth about retained search vs. contingency recruiting—what they are, how they’re different, what they cost, and why the one you choose really matters if you're serious about hiring the right person.

Spoiler alert: it's not about flooding your inbox with resumes. It’s about strategy, consistency, and outcomes.

In this episode:

• What retained search actually means
• Why contingency recruiting often becomes a resume race
• Common misconceptions around cost and exclusivity
• The real difference in candidate quality and process
• Why high-impact roles need a different level of support
• What your choice of search firm says about your brand

Bottom line: If you’re hiring someone critical to your business, culture, or growth—you can’t afford to get it wrong. Don’t just post and pray. Do it right from the beginning.

Ready to hire differently?

Learn more at frostconnections.com

Connect with Kim on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/frostkim