The Recruiter Behind Pinterest, Facebook & Amazon on What it Takes to Secure a Job in Big/HealthTech

Описание: Today I’m excited to welcome my colleague and friend Emma to the show. Emma is a seasoned talent and events professional with deep experience across startups and big tech. She’s worked on high-growth hiring at companies like Amazon, Pinterest, and HeliosX, as well as two global VFX studios, giving her a uniquely broad perspective on what it takes to scale teams, stand out as a candidate, and navigate competitive hiring environments.

Outside of the 9–5, Emma is equally impressive, she’s finishing her M.A. in Creative Writing, has multiple writing certifications, a degree in Food Science, and is working on her first novel. She’s also a runner, weight-trainer, beach-lover, cook, pianist, and overall creative powerhouse.

Today we’ll dive into her career journey, what she’s learned from recruiting across industries, how people can distinguish themselves in today’s job market, and what makes hiring in health tech different from big tech. And of course, we’ll talk about her creative life and why having side projects may actually make you a stronger candidate. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Emma's Career Journey
03:17 Navigating the Job Market: Insights from a Recruiter
12:08 Understanding Top Talent: What Employers Look For
17:15 The Importance of Data in Recruitment
20:14 Following the Candidate's Journey Post-Hire
21:38 Misconceptions in Job Applications
25:11 The Importance of Customization
26:47 Navigating Career Pivots
29:31 Understanding Hiring Signals
31:19 Differences in Health Tech Hiring
33:26 Balancing Side Projects and Work
37:15 The Value of Curiosity and Side Hustles
39:19 Defining Success in Careers


Emma's LinkedIn: ⁠  / emma-dooley-4013b011b  


Keywords: Amazon, Pinterest, HeliosX, Facebook, Technicolor, VFX Studios, Health Tech, Big Tech, Startups, Recruitment, Creative Writing, Talent Acquisition, Compliance and Regulatory, Film Industry, Social Media, Healthcare Industry