ERIN CEO Mike Stafiej Joins thePOZcast
April 11, 2025
A real conversation about what makes HR tech stick—and what gets left behind.
We’re excited to share that Mike Stafiej, CEO of ERIN, joined Adam Posner on a new episode of thePOZcast! to talk about what’s actually happening inside HR and talent acquisition teams today.
From executive-level decision fatigue to the tools that never get implemented, this conversation covers the often-ignored side of HR tech: the human side. What makes a platform successful isn’t just what it promises—but how it’s adopted, championed, and put to work inside real organisations.
It’s honest, practical, and packed with insight for anyone building, selling, or scaling hiring solutions in today’s cautious, crowded market.
“You can’t have employee referrals without employees. If no one uses the tool, it doesn’t matter how good it is.” – Mike Stafiej
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why adoption matters more than automation, and what most leaders get wrong about implementation
- How ERIN helps great recruiters perform at their best instead of replacing them
- What causes referral tools to fail—and what actually leads to usage and results
- Why companies chase “shiny” tools and end up with unused software
- What it really takes to lead a company through growth, pressure, and the realities of success
Key Takeaways
- Technology alone doesn’t solve hiring challenges.
Without internal ownership and adoption, even the best platforms won’t deliver impact. - Referrals are powerful, but only when employees know how to engage.
ERIN simplifies that process for recruiters and teams, helping them make the most of what already works. - Enterprise buyers are still investing, but carefully.
With budgets under scrutiny, every tool must solve a clear, measurable problem. - There’s no shortcut to building something real.
Mike shares the personal side of leadership, what it takes to scale a team, stay focused, and navigate both momentum and burnout.
Final Thoughts
This is more than a conversation about HR tech. It’s about what happens after the contract is signed. It’s about the difference between adding software and creating impact. And it’s a reminder that the best tools don’t replace people, they empower them.
If you lead a talent function, work in HR tech, or care about building better systems for hiring and growth, this episode is well worth your time.
ERIN is proud to be part of that conversation.