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Navigating the Clearance Conundrum with Tommy Weinert

Jul 22, 2023
45 mins

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Episode Description

Navigating security clearances is riddled with roadblocks. From a shrinking talent pool to classified work histories, recruiting cleared candidates demands creative problem-solving.

Veteran cleared recruiter Tommy Weinert, co-founder of  Mount Indie,  joins on Shally's Alley to tackle clearance conundrums. He shares clever techniques for identifying and engaging passive candidates with top-secret access.

Learn unique search strategies like geo-locating classified government contractors through Google Maps. Hear Tommy’s insights on building trust and demonstrating industry expertise.

Tommy also discusses aligning recruiting metrics to business outcomes, the dangers of over-reliance on AI, and misconceptions about passive candidates. He advocates for developing talent through internal promotion over external hires.

Whether you work in cleared defense recruiting or not, Tommy’s personalized outreach and partnership philosophies will inspire smarter, more authentic sourcing.

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