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The Final Round™ Podcast

Learn from real Recruiters Hiring Managers Career Experts

Have you ever wondered why only a few people get past the final round interview and land the job offer?

Join us in the ring as our host, AJ Eckstein, speaks with RECRUITERS at top companies in multiple industries to learn the secrets why certain applicants get “knocked-out” and others are still standing after the final round.

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Recent Episodes

Farah Sharghi - TikTok - Episode 5 - The Final RoundSeason 1

Ep. 5: TikTok (ex-Google, Uber, & Lyft): Global Talent Acquisition Partner, Farah Sharghi-Dolatabadi

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AJ Eckstein
March 10, 2021
Greg Share - Ernst & Young (EY) - Episode 4 - The Final RoundSeason 1

Ep. 4: Ernst & Young (EY): Campus Recruiter, Greg Share

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AJ Eckstein
February 17, 2021
Marisa jones - Airbnb - Episode 3 - The Final RoundSeason 1

Ep. 3: Airbnb (ex-Salesforce): Senior Technical Recruiter, Marisa Jones

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AJ Eckstein
January 27, 2021
Garland Fuller - CBRE - Episode 2 - The Final RoundSeason 1

Ep. 2: CBRE (ex-JLL): Sr. Diversity Recruiting Business Partner, Garland Fuller

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AJ Eckstein
January 27, 2021
Bruce Smolen - Boston Consulting Group (BCG) - Episode 1 - The Final RoundSeason 1

Ep. 1: Boston Consulting Group (BCG) – Talent Acquisition Senior Specialist, Bruce Smolen

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AJ Eckstein
January 26, 2021

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