About Tech Talent Drop
TL;DR
- Weekly newsletter and podcast on tech hiring trends, AI tools, and recruitment insights
- Founded by Josh Smith, a tech recruitment specialist focused on Python and data engineering
- Designed to be read in under 5 minutes with actionable takeaways
What We Cover
Tech Talent Drop delivers weekly insights on what is actually happening in tech hiring. We track the signals that matter: funding rounds that indicate hiring surges, AI tools transforming recruitment workflows, compensation trends, and market shifts you need to know about.
Each edition is designed to be read in under 5 minutes. No fluff, no filler—just actionable intelligence for people who hire or want to be hired in tech.
Who It's For
- Recruiters staying ahead of hiring trends and discovering tools that save hours weekly
- Hiring Managers getting market signals and compensation insights to compete for top talent
- Engineers understanding what employers want and where opportunities are growing
About the Founder
Josh Smith
Josh has spent years in tech recruitment, working with startups and scale-ups across the UK and Europe. He started Tech Talent Drop to cut through the noise and deliver the insights he wished he had when he was building hiring teams.
With a focus on Python and data engineering recruitment, Josh has seen firsthand how AI is transforming both the hiring process and the roles themselves. Tech Talent Drop is his way of sharing that knowledge with the broader community.
Connect with Josh on LinkedIn →
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I subscribe?
Visit newsletter.techtalentdrop.com to subscribe for free.
How often is Tech Talent Drop published?
New editions are published weekly, typically on Saturdays. Each edition includes a companion podcast episode.
Can I suggest topics or tools?
Yes! Reach out via LinkedIn or the contact page with suggestions.
Is there an archive of past editions?
Yes, visit the archive page to browse all past newsletter editions.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
Visit the podcast page for all episodes with show notes and transcripts.
Contact
- Website: techtalentdrop.com
- Newsletter: newsletter.techtalentdrop.com
- LinkedIn (Company): Tech Talent Drop
- LinkedIn (Founder): Josh Smith