In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, hosts Joel and industry veteran Emi Beredugo discuss various topics including LinkedIn's new features, the impact of layoffs in the recruiting industry, and the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. They also delve into the recent merger of CareerBuilder and Monster, and Indeed's decision to remove free features from company pages. The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, industry insights, and a light-hearted approach to serious topics. Ya' know, like always. Takeaways Emi is the senior manager of Recruiting Enablement at Elastic. LinkedIn is launching new features to enhance user engagement. The importance of DEI is being overshadowed by RTO policies. Indeed is removing free features from company pages, which may alienate smaller companies. The merger of CareerBuilder and Monster may not significantly impact the job market. Layoffs in the recruiting industry are affecting many employees. LinkedIn's verified job feature aims to improve job seeker safety. Video interviewing solutions are becoming more common in recruitment processes. The podcast hosts emphasize the need for inclusivity in hiring practices. Personal stories and humor are integral to the podcast's appeal. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Introduction 02:25 - Emi's Background and Role 04:03 - Shout Outs and Personal Stories 11:33 - Layoff News and Industry Updates 12:55 - LinkedIn's New Features Discussion 27:52 - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Return to Office (RTO) Policies 34:59 - Indeed's Changes to Company Pages 37:58 - CareerBuilder and Monster Merger Discussion