In this episode, I had the pleasure of reconnecting with Gonçalo Sequeira, Founder and CEO of Hiire, and a passionate recruiter with a unique journey through the realms of tech hiring. Starting out in Human Resources with a flair for connecting with people, Gonçalo shares how his journey from playing "Magic: The Gathering" to leading international recruitment teams has shaped his innovative approach to helping companies find top tech talent.

🎯 Discovering the Human Side of Tech Recruitment Gonçalo reflects on his early experiences in recruitment, including his surprise at the different communication styles in the tech world. He noticed that developers often struggled with self-promotion, which led him to develop techniques that both empower candidates and build trust with clients.

🧩 Creating the Right Fit From his time leading recruitment at Mercedes-Benz I.O. to launching Hiire, Gonçalo talks about the importance of finding cultural and technical matches for his clients. His stories reveal how understanding team dynamics and personalities can make or break a hiring decision.

🌐 Building Hiire with a Vision for the Future Gonçalo’s journey culminated in founding Hiire, a company driven by a partnership-oriented approach to recruitment. At Hiire, it’s not just about filling roles; it’s about crafting career paths and helping clients understand the value of a carefully selected tech team.

For anyone intrigued by the art of recruitment, Gonçalo’s insights are a masterclass in balancing tech requirements with human connection. Hit play and get inspired!