The Art of Detecting Deception

Can you really tell when someone is lying?

In this episode of The Hiring Confessional, Expert Recruiter Michael Hayes sits down with Alan Saquella — Professor, Director of Investigations, Consultant, and deception detection expert with more than 30 years of experience in investigations, workplace security, fraud prevention, and interviewing techniques.

Together, they discuss:
• How investigators detect deception
• Body language and behavioral cues
• Workplace fraud and embezzlement
• AI scams, deepfakes, and cybersecurity threats
• Hiring mistakes companies still make
• Why LinkedIn and networking matter for job seekers
• The future of AI in hiring and investigations

Alan also shares real-world insights from law enforcement, corporate investigations, and teaching future security professionals.