You’ve Been Hiring Wrong—Here’s How a Poker Pro Gets It Right (with Joe Sebok)

Resume Assassin Unfiltered | Career Advice · May 26, 2025 · 36m

What do poker and recruiting have in common? More than you'd think—just ask Joe Sebok. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of a former pro poker player who turned his ability to read people at the table into a powerhouse career in tech recruiting. From bluffing his way to millions to building teams for some of the most ambitious startups, Joe brings a fresh—and surprisingly transferable—perspective on decision-making, risk, and intuition.

After walking away from a high-stakes poker career in 2010, Joe faced what he calls his biggest gamble yet: starting over. But the same…