00:00 Introduction to Michael Browning and Unleashed Brands 03:08 Early Life and Entrepreneurial Journey 04:09 The Power of Data in Business 05:42 Building Urban Air Adventure Park 08:04 Focusing on the Target Audience 09:32 Learning from Mistakes and Making Data-Driven Decisions 11:27 Site Selection and Considerations 13:24 Differentiating Between Walk-In…
00:00 Putting People First: The Key to Accountability and Success in Business 05:46 The Challenges of Recruiting and the Issue of Ghosting 11:40 Creating a Positive Work Environment: The Role of HR 19:46 Supporting Employees' Dreams: The Power of Purposeful Commitment 21:14 Detaching from the Result: The Path to Continuous…
00:00 Introduction: The Human Element in a Tech-Driven World 03:20 The Need for the Human Touch in a Fast-Paced Tech Space 07:06 The Impact of Remote Work on the Human Experience 08:30 Innovations for More Human Connection in the Physical Space 12:14 Parenting and Technology: Finding the Balance 14:12 You…
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Sponsorship 03:04 The Impact of the Pandemic on Mental Health 04:22 Creating an Open and Supportive Environment 07:41 Leadership's Role in Championing Mental Health 09:09 Approaching Mental Health Discussions 10:08 Challenges and Benefits of Remote Work 13:54 The Potential Impact of AI on Mental Health 15:43…
I am proud to announce the launch of POZCAST.AI NOT! (who remembers saying that as a kid) Can companies stop trying to wedge "AI" into every possible aspect of their business when they may not need it? Whenever I talk to a company about their use of AI, I want…
AUDIO: Recorded at SHRM National June 2024 at the Fountain booth: Lisa Russell passionately tackles real-world problems with innovative and impactful solutions. After several years in the financial services industry, she gained extensive entrepreneurial experience holding key positions on the founding teams of funded and acquired technology startups. Over the…
00:00 Introduction and Overview of Vizier 03:14 Using Data to Drive Impactful Changes 05:29 Micro Changes and Biases in Organizations 06:46 The Power of Listening and Awareness 09:08 Trends and Collaborations in HR Tech 10:36 The Pitfalls of AI Technology 12:23 Utilizing AI as a Tool for Efficiency 13:23 Data…
00:00 From Immigrant Parents to Entrepreneurship 05:19 Building a Gender-Neutral Fashion Brand 09:53 Overcoming Funding and Supply Chain Challenges 20:09 Authenticity and Care 20:19 Clothing Has No Gender 21:18 Inclusivity vs. Exclusivity 22:36 Financial Progress 25:45 Starting with Jeans 28:11 The Challenge of Capital 29:28 Building a Community 31:07 Small…
AUDIO: https://www.thepozcast.com/364 Here is a tell-tale sign that someone is a good human: They parlay all of their life experiences into a career to help others experiencing similar situations. They do it with empathy and genuine care. Their goal is to make others' lives better. It's simple to be a…
Audio: As Bonusly's Chief Customer Officer, Debra Squyres combines her passion for an exceptional customer experience with her drive to empower companies to connect, motivate, and engage their employees to build winning workplaces. Before Bonusly, Debra was the VP of CS at Beamery and the Chief Client Officer at Namely,…
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Shared Passion for Cacio e Pepe 01:26 Getting into HR and Witnessing Workplace Changes 04:17 The Evolution of HR and Employee Benefits 05:38 Challenges of Maternity Leave and Work-Life Balance 06:49 Driving Change in HR and Leaving Large Companies 09:34 Transformation in HR and the Impact…
Playing it safe is holding you back. From everything. So many are ok living in familiar discomfort vs. stepping out into unfamiliar discomfort. I get it. It's scary. But as they say, real growth is on the other side of fear. If I hadn't taken that big step, I never…
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 01:22 Conflicts over Paid Leave 03:06 Finding a Balance with Sick Leave 04:33 The Need for National Regulation on Family Leave 06:03 The United States' Lack of Support for New Mothers 08:23 The Misuse of AI in Recruiting 10:41 The Importance of Pay Transparency…
Audio: Rachel Druckenmiller: How To Unmute Yourself and Unlock Your Passion and Growth With nearly 20 years of experience, Rachel Druckenmiller is a keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, singer-songwriter, and leadership trainer on a mission to unleash purpose, passion, and potential in people and organizations. By leveraging the power of curiosity,…
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Power of Curiosity 03:06 Unmuting Yourself: Expressing Thoughts, Wants, and Needs 05:21 Defining Culture: Beliefs, Practices, and Values 06:20 Valuing Employees and Providing Career Trajectories 07:17 Investing in Oneself and Saying Yes to Opportunities 09:11 The Power of Saying No and Focusing on Strengths 13:01…
00:00 The Entrepreneurial Journey: From Childhood to Business Success 08:02 Navigating Controversy: The Intersection of Alcohol and Caffeine 12:56 Leadership and Team Management: Balancing Assertiveness and Empathy 24:02 Cultural Impact and Brand Relevance: Adapting to Market Dynamics 27:35 Journey of Personal Growth and Entrepreneurship
Listen: https://www.thepozcast.com/361 What did Jason Sudeikis really know about SHRM National to cancel his keynote? Things make you go, hmm... Steven Browne is a massive Ted Lasso fan, so he was upset. But he also knows that Sudekis is NOT Ted Lasso in real life and has his concerns to…
00:00 Introduction and Background 05:09 Marketing and the Evolution of the Industry 09:22 Building Trust and a Successful Team 15:53 Combining Passion for Sustainability and Whiskey 22:41 Adapting to New Platforms in Marketing 24:02 Accelerating Whiskey Aging with Grooved Barrels 25:06 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Credibility 26:12 Considering…
Full Episode: https://www.thepozcast.com/356 Why do we treat Vets like $hit in the job market? Don't we owe them more, if not everything? Veterans are our Country's lifeblood and deserve to be treated much better. So why are so many companies turning a blind eye? And even worse, disregarding and disrespecting…
Audio: Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National Chicago, June 2024 at the Fountain Booth: Steve Browne, SHRM-SCP, is chief people officer for LaRosa's Inc., a restaurant chain in Ohio and Indiana with 11 locations. The author of HR Unleashed!! (SHRM, 2023), HR Rising!! (SHRM, 2020) and HR on Purpose!! (SHRM, 2017),…
00:00 The Art of Public Speaking 01:26 Steve Brown's Origin Story 03:01 Understanding the Business and Adding Value 04:10 Building a Diverse and Inclusive Culture 05:39 The Importance of Being Open-Minded and Curious 09:20 The Value of Willingness in Employees 12:55 Prioritizing Others and Building Trust in HR
(00:04) Innovative Health Benefits Platform Development (01:39 - 02:49) Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs (07:03 - 08:12) Decentralizing Healthcare With AI Training (09:08) Building a Personalized Health Platform
(00:04) Career Change (02:16 - 02:56) Career Transition (05:39) Recruiting Strategies and Tools (07:49 - 08:49) Recruiting Trends in Media Advertising (13:18 - 14:23) AI Impact on Recruiting Processes
Audio:https://www.thepozcast.com/358 Video: https://youtu.be/dYsNPflGNUg AI will take over recruiting... Well, most parts, eventually... But only once it solves for removing algorithmic bias in the selection and assessment process. However, as of today, Recruiters are utilizing AI to be more efficient and give themselves time to put the HUMAN elements back into…