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Sam Altman and other high-profile AI experts have recently issued a warning about the risks associated with artificial intelligence in an open letter. To gain more insights into this matter, we interviewed three German AI experts.

Do you want to attract the best talent to your company? If so, you know that comprehensive outreach is critical to recruiting. But have you thought about why company culture plays a key role and how you can get there with technology prequalification?

WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram continue to lead the ranking of social media user numbers. Consequently, it has become well established to utilize Instagram and Facebook for marketing and recruiting purposes. However, the true high-flyer lurks in fifth place in the ranking.

Shortages in several industries have grown into a general labor shortage. However, companies can still replenish their personnel pipeline.

Companies are under pressure to make their working conditions as attractive as possible. This is the only way they can retain their current employees and attract new applicants. A guest article by Annika von Mutius.

Stanford University's AI Index Report has been published for the sixth time in a row. For 2023, it clearly shows how strongly China currently dominates the AI field in research. We spoke with two AI experts.

Many companies continue to rely on job advertisements, despite the fact that artificial intelligence can offer a more efficient and cost-effective approach to candidate sourcing. The job ad is a paradox: while it remains one of the top recruiting channels, it is also outdated, inaccurate, and inflexible.

Artificial intelligence is a powerful tool. It can help us, but it can also harm us, depending on the data it is fed and how it is programmed. We asked six AI experts what is currently important.

Germany-based Empion employs AI to quantify company culture and values to match employers with potential candidates. Its RoboHeadHunter conducts interviews and job searches for companies and helps with "value-based recruiting."

When job seekers look for a new opportunity, they typically turn to online job portals or company websites and wait patiently. However, new matching tools are leveraging artificial intelligence to connect job seekers with recruiters more quickly. Despite the power of AI, this remains a complex task that even the most sophisticated tools are still working to perfect.

Artificial intelligence should make it easier to match job seekers with employers. Matching tools are already more efficient than job ads, but AI still has a lot to learn.

Whether companies and applicants are a good match is much more a question of soft factors than skills. The use of automated systems can assist in finding people who align with the company culture. Values and culture should be considered the most important criteria in job selection.

The Berlin HR start-up Empion has developed a job platform of a unique nature. Culture types, such as space station, greenhouse, or houseboat, play a significant role in this platform. The job search through Empion focuses not only on finding the right job but also on ensuring a harmonious cultural fit between the company and the candidate.

The HR startup of the month is presented: February's is Empion. Empion uses AI to quantify company culture.

Many tasks await employers and their HR managers, according to the trend statements for 2023. We reached out to ten HR professionals from various IT companies to gain insight into their personal HR trends for the upcoming year. Let's hear what they had to say.

Market research with Germany's medium-sized companies: This is how the EMPiON method was developed & tested directly with companies in practice.

To effectively recruit new employees in the CEP (Courier, Express, and Parcel) industry, it is crucial to challenge existing processes and explore innovative approaches. Participants of the webinar "Competing for Employees" had the opportunity to discover these strategies. In this review, we will present the most valuable facts and tips shared by the industry experts, providing insights on how to excel in attracting and retaining talent in the CEP sector.

This year's DRX Recruiting Conference & Expo is scheduled to be held at Messe Düsseldorf from 09.03.23 to 10.03.23. Tickets for the event can be obtained through the link provided below. Empion has generously provided a code that allows you to secure a complimentary ticket. Simply enter the following code during the ordering process: "DRX_Speaker_free". Please note that this offer is available only while supplies last.

A commonly used tool in the job candidate selection process is asking said applicants to fill out surveys designed to assess their personality. Responses to such surveys are often affected by social desirability bias. That is, applicants may feel the need to present themselves in an overly positive way to make a good impression.

Are you the space station, tree house, or lighthouse type? Surprisingly, your response to this question can have a significant impact on your choice of employer or even your next employee. Startup EMPiON places a strong emphasis on corporate culture during the recruiting process. Curious to know what this entails? Discover more in the article!

In ✨Gründen - Frauen schaffen Zukunft✨ 40 inspiring women describe their own personal journey as founders, which of course was marked not only by opportunities and a sense of achievement, but also by challenges and setbacks. A work full of personal experiences and insights.

Empion, a Berlin-based HR startup co-founded by Annika von Mutius and Larissa Leitner, has a mission to automate headhunting through the implementation of artificial intelligence. Moreover, Empion seeks to revolutionize the recruiting process by incorporating soft factors such as values and corporate culture as integral components.

The founders of Empion have successfully raised 2.4 million euros with their recruiting tool. What sets them apart is their ability to convince investors without relying on traditional presentation slides. Their innovative approach has proven to be effective in securing funding for their venture.

Dr. Larissa Leitner, along with Dr. Annika von Mutius, co-founded the HR tech startup Empion at the end of 2021. Empion is dedicated to developing an AI-driven Robo Advisor for the HR market. This innovative tool aims to quantify company culture and values, enabling the automation of talent acquisition processes. By leveraging advanced technology, Empion seeks to revolutionize how companies assess and match candidates based on cultural fit and streamline their talent acquisition strategies.

In episodes 209 and 210 of the GainTalents podcast, I had the opportunity to interview Dr. Larissa Leitner, the co-founder of Empion. We discussed how companies can leverage an AI-driven robo advisor to achieve a cultural fit with their employees. The conversation delved into the innovative approaches and strategies that Empion employs to help companies find the right cultural match with their workforce.

Larissa Leitner and Annika von Mutius, the founders of Empion (pictured from left), aim to utilize their recruiting tool to assist applicants in finding companies that align with their cultural fit. Their goal is to provide a platform that emphasizes the importance of cultural compatibility during the job search process.

Interview with Dr. Larissa Leitner, Dr. Annika von Mutius & Stefan Bosse about Empion's Robo Advisor for the applicant:inside market, future trends in recruiting & the current pre-seed funding round.

The founders of Empion, Annika von Mutius and Larissa Leitner, have a vision of integrating soft factors such as values and corporate culture into the recruiting process. They aim to prioritize these aspects when matching candidates with companies. To support their mission, Empion has already secured investments totaling 2.4 million euros from VR Ventures, Basinghall Partners, and several angel investors.

Effective communication and embracing the principles of New Work are pivotal factors as they embody and shape a company's corporate culture. Recognizing this, a young startup named EMPiON places a strong emphasis on these aspects. In an interview, founder Dr. Annika von Mutius sheds light on what Empion stands for and the unique approach it brings to the table. The interview provides valuable insights into the vision and mission of Empion, offering a deeper understanding of the startup's core principles.

Interview with Dr. Annika von Mutius, Co-Founder of Empion In today's episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Annika von Mutius, Co-Founder of Empion, about the successful closure of their pre-seed financing round, raising an impressive €2.4 million.

In the pre-seed financing round, Empion successfully secured funding from prominent investors as well as several business angels from the HR tech scene. With these financial resources, Empion aims to continue transforming their vision into a tangible reality.

At the #RC22 festival, Dr. Annika von Mutius presented Empion and explained why corporate culture must become a part of recruiting.

Berlin-based HR tech startup Empion has successfully concluded a pre-seed funding round, raising €2.4 million with support from VR Ventures/Redstone VC and Basinghall Partners. Larissa Leitner, hailing from South Tyrol, and Annika von Mutius co-founded the company at the end of 2021.

Founded by Dr. Annika von Mutius and Dr. Larissa Leitner in late 2021, Empion is a Berlin-based HR tech startup that leverages AI to automate headhunting processes.

With the Robo Advisor to Cultural Fit: Recruiting Platform Empion Receives 2.4 Million Euros in a Pre-Seed Financing Round.

Why corporate culture is the key competitive differentiator and how you can ideally use that for recruiting with the HR tech startup Empion is the topic in the new Saatkorn Podcast.

Empion, the HR startup I am presenting to you as part of the SAATKORN HR Startup Series, is making waves in the industry. I had the opportunity to interview co-founder Dr. Annika von Mutius (pictured above right, alongside co-founder Dr. Larissa Leitner). Together, they are spearheading the innovative solutions offered by Empion.

The Female Future Festival in Bregenz in May was all about the future, innovation, career & leadership for women.

Larissa Leitner and Annika Mutius acquired their initial business experience while growing up in their respective family companies. Throughout the years, they witnessed firsthand the challenges employers faced when it came to filling job positions. In response to this issue, they developed an AI-powered recruiting platform that goes beyond evaluating skills alone and takes into consideration the importance of corporate culture. In this article, they elaborate on their innovative approach and their ambitious plan to revolutionize the market.

From the founding story to the EMPiON vision. In this interview with Strive Magazine, we talk about how EMPiON is actively combating the shortage of skilled workers in Germany.

In 2022, companies will face an escalating need to differentiate themselves from competitors in order to thrive amidst the intensifying "war for talent." WHU Magazine examines the available options and delves into the significance of employer branding in this context.

Christina Dietzsch-Kley has been closely involved with the EMPiON team since its inception. The interview focuses on the collaborative relationship and the joint workshop that has been instrumental in shaping EMPiON's journey.

Female-diverse startups require increased access to capital. Currently, only four percent of startups are founded by all-female founding teams. However, progress is being made as more and more female investors are actively engaging in the startup ecosystem. This growing involvement of female investors is a positive development that can contribute to a more inclusive and diverse entrepreneurial landscape.