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[Stage] Bullhorn Data Reveals a Shocking Story Staffing Owners Need to Hear
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- Secrets of Staffing Success
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- Nov 10, 2025
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Summary
In this episode of Take the Stage, Brad Bialy sits down with Lia Taniguchi to unpack Bullhorn’s 2025 Grid Talent Trends Report and explore how data, AI, and human connection are reshaping the candidate experience in staffing and recruiting. About the Guest Lia Taniguchi is the Senior Research Manager at Bullhorn, leading global market research that drives data-informed strategy for the staffing industry. With an MBA from Simmons College and a forthcoming MPH from Boston University, Lia brings a rare mix of analytical depth and human-centered insight to her work. Key Takeaways Only 26% of Gen Z candidates are actively using a recruiter—showing an urgent need for better engagement and support for younger talent. 54% of candidates stopped working with a recruiter due to slow or unclear communication, proving that speed and transparency are now table stakes. 88% of candidates rated their voice agent interview as as good as or better than speaking with a person, signaling growing comfort with AI-driven screening. Overall candidate satisfaction declined across every stage of the recruitment process in the past year, with speed and responsiveness dropping by 20%. Candidates want instant acknowledgment—most expect confirmation within minutes and status updates within one week, mirroring Amazon-style service expectations. Timestamps [00:45] – Introducing the Grid 2025 Talent Trends Report[03:20] – Why Gen Z is least satisfied with recruiters[06:30] – Setting higher expectations in a digital-native world[10:25] – The power of intergenerational mentorship in recruiting[13:40] – Can AI fix the application black hole?[17:10] – What candidates really mean by “speed and communication”[20:15] – Remembering the human impact behind every resume[24:00] – Using AI to give feedback to the…