Hiring Tech Maverick Unleashed: The Journey to Building Hackajob with Mark Chaffee

My guest on episode 314 of #thePOZcast is Mark Chaffey. He is the CEO of tech hiring platform Hackajob, a business he co-founded in 2014 aged 20, while studying at uni. Since then, Hackajob has raised $35m investment to back the platform's growth, grown to a team of 120 people and is the largest tech hiring platform in the UK and the US.

In this episode, Mark Chaffee, CEO of Hackajob, shares his journey of starting and growing the largest tech hiring platform. He emphasizes the importance of co-founders and the value they bring to a startup. Mark discusses the concept of skills-based matching in the tech industry and how it can improve the hiring process. He also addresses the need for diversity in the tech industry and how AI can be used to improve diversity in hiring.

Mark shares his insights on the future of resumes and career narratives, as well as the challenges and uncertainties in the job market. He breaks down his journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the importance of finding purpose and motivation to keep going during tough times.

Mark also highlights the unique work environment he has created at HackerJob, where there are no rules except staying within the bounds of the law. He emphasizes the importance of problem-solving and resilience in building something new and impactful. Mark encourages people to connect with him on LinkedIn and shares his final thoughts on the episode.

For more on Mark & Hackajob, please visit: https://hackajob.com/en-us/talent

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Takeaways

- Co-founders can play a crucial role in the success of a startup, providing complementary skills and support.
- Skills-based matching can improve the hiring process by focusing on technical skills rather than relying solely on resumes and interviews.
- Diversity in the tech industry is important and can be improved through inclusive hiring practices and the use of AI in sourcing and matching candidates.
- The future of resumes and career narratives may involve more dynamic and personalized representations of an individual's skills and interests.
- The job market is uncertain, and companies need to be adaptable and responsive to changes in the economy and industry.