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Common Mistakes Pittsburgh Tech Leaders Make When Hiring & How To Avoid Them

Interview by Jonathan Kersting

Struggling to hire top tech talent or wondering if your job descriptions are scaring away great candidates?

In today’s hiring climate, getting the right engineers, developers, or data pros isn’t just about posting a job—it’s about knowing where to look, how to engage, and how to balance culture fit with new skills.

This episode of TechVibe welcomes Anthony Bucci and Blake Babcock from BV Staffing to explore how they help tech companies across Pittsburgh and Cleveland navigate return-to-office debates, hybrid work, and the talent crunch while keeping the human touch in recruiting.

  • Learn insider tips on how to widen your candidate pool without lowering your standards.
  • Discover how AI tools can speed up recruiting without losing the human element.
  • Get practical advice on when and how to partner with a staffing firm to save time and money on hiring.

Hit PLAY to hear actionable insights from Anthony and Blake about finding, hiring, and retaining the tech talent your business needs to grow in Pittsburgh.

The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to explore Pittsburgh's technology and innovation ecosystem.