In this episode of the SAATKORN podcast, I speak to Richard Fischer, CEO and co-founder of WorkerHero — a recruitment platform for blue- and grey-collar talent. Over the past two years, WorkerHero has evolved from a recruitment platform into a comprehensive AI-powered HR tech solution. One thing Richard said really stuck with me: “Relying solely on an email and a phone call is a recipe for disaster when it comes to conversion.”
Richard explains why, in blue-collar recruitment, the real problem is often not sourcing, but rather the candidates’ qualifications, their availability and slow processes. We also discuss AI in recruitment, demographic change, increasing stress levels in many jobs, and how WorkerHero is transforming from a pure platform approach into an HR tech player.
🤖 AI is transforming the entire recruiting value chain
From telephone pre-screening and arranging interviews right through to onboarding and sentiment analysis within the company: WorkerHero integrates AI throughout the entire recruitment process, thereby transforming itself from a pure platform operator into an HR tech provider and platform.
📞 Poor availability costs companies candidates
Many candidates are lost because companies follow up too infrequently or rely solely on emails. In the blue-collar sector in particular, recruitment requires significantly greater consistency and speed.
🏭 Why many blue-collar workers are ready to move on
It is often not unemployment that triggers job applications, but rather excessive workload, a lack of structure and mounting pressure in their current job. Many are specifically looking for better working conditions and a higher salary.
🔗 Further links
- Richard Fischer on LinkedIn
- WorkerHero website
- The first SAATKORN podcast episode featuring WorkerHero, including the founding story
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