I had the chance to join Dr. Joe Sallustio on EdUp for Episode #1,004, recorded live at the InsightsEDU 2025 conference. Our guest was Marcie Glenn, CEO of Another Source, and the conversation focused on one of higher ed’s biggest pressure points: hiring.
Marcie introduced the concept of the “convergence zone,” where shifting candidate expectations, institutional needs, and rapid technological change are reshaping how we recruit and retain talent. We discussed why job descriptions and job ads serve different purposes, how cover letters should show up later in the process, and what it really takes to speed up hiring without sacrificing quality.
We also examined the role of AI in modern recruitment and why generational preferences—from communication styles to benefit expectations—should be influencing how institutions market their roles. The insights shared in this episode challenge long-standing practices and offer a clear lens into the future of hiring in higher education.