Audio: Jocelyn King is the CEO and Founder of VirgilHR, a SaaS solution that empowers HR professionals to make smart, compliant employment decisions in real time. HR has been the focus of Jocelyn’s career, supporting high-growth technology start-ups and public companies throughout her tenure. She defines herself as a true…
00:00 Introduction and Trade Show Tips 01:46 Jocelyn's Journey and the Birth of Virgil HR 03:10 The Product: Employment and Labor Law Platform 06:23 The Role of AI in HR: Balancing Automation and the Human Touch 07:06 The Value of SHRM Certification for HR Practitioners 08:07 Recruiter Bashing and the…
Audio: I am thrilled to share this conversation with industry legend Tim Sackett, recorded LIVE from SHRM National in Chicago in June. Brought to you by our friends at Fountain! Josh Rock is the Talent Acquisition Manager with Nuss Truck & Equipment in Minnesota. He is also the lead moderator…
00:00 Game Seven and Transition to Talent Acquisition 01:26 Managing Timelines and Processes in Recruiting 03:17 Uncovering Opportunities in the Hidden Job Market 06:11 Taking Ownership of Your Job Search 09:53 Ethical Usage of AI in Recruiting 18:31 Exciting Innovation in the HR Tech Space
00:00 Experiencing the Community and Energy at Shurm National 03:03 Challenges and Opportunities in the Recruiting Industry 09:07 The Impact of AI in Recruiting 11:26 The Future of Recruiting 15:43 The Importance of Work Ethic and Productivity 17:10 Building a Personal Brand and Influencer Status 19:32 Challenges and Concerns in…
AUDIO: I am thrilled to share this conversation with industry legend Tim Sackett, recorded LIVE from SHRM National in Chicago in June. Brought to you by our friends at Fountain! Tim Sackett, SCP, is the CEO of HRUTech.com, a leading technical recruiting firm. Tim has over 20 years of combined…
LISTEN UP: https://www.thepozcast.com/343 Support is a KEY element of a great culture. Creating a safe space for people to voice concerns about their growth and issues is critical. It's contagious, in a good way! Making people feel valued, wanted, and belong is essential for retention and productivity. Does your company…
00:00 Introduction and Background 02:12 Early Exposure to Entrepreneurship and Sports 03:14 The Importance of Customer Discovery and Market Research 08:04 Working at the Boston Globe and Building a Strong Organizational Culture 11:21 Starting FitFly Global and Learning in the Startup World 14:18 Teaching and Building at General Assembly 16:10…
#thePOZcast LIVE: People Leader's Round Table: The Ladies Leading the Way Recorded 5/21/24 VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/live/ljb7MhW0dug?si=OH0Z6m7hFnBJ6XAj I am excited to welcome these three incredible experts to the show, where we will explore the latest trends and topics in Talent Access, Hiring, HR, and more! Anna Morgan: @ Careerbff & Host @…
There is no "luck" without Hard Work. This is true for 99.9% of "lucky people". Like lotto winners, 0.1% of the true Luck is outliers. I define Luck as the result of Opportunity and Preparation. So why NOT put yourself in the best position to get or be "lucky." OH,…
00:00 Introduction and Background 02:56 Defining Luck and the Role of Hard Work 06:20 The Influence of Unconventional Careers and the Importance of Co-founders 13:02 Lessons Learned and the Value of Attention to Detail 19:51 Challenges and Opportunities of Remote Work 23:29 Defining Culture in Remote Work 25:39 Fostering Collaboration…
Here is my HOTTEST of all-time HOT TAKES. The Ghostbusters were the original scrappy startup Entrepreneurs! Let's break down why they were successful: Ghosts were taking over NYC! This crisis demanded innovative solutions. They didn’t just sit around waiting for a solution—they invented it! Dr. Peter Venkman, Dr. Ray Stantz,…
LISTEN UP: https://www.thepozcast.com/341 Empathy is over. Overplayed. Overused as a buzzword Overheard and under put into action. I had to ask the man himself, the real expert on DEI&B Torin Ellis for his hot take on this subject. Check out what he had to say and more as he joins…
Audio: https://www.thepozcast.com/torin-ellis-deib-more-than-just-checking-boxes-the-role-of-empathy-in-leadership/ In this conversation, Torin Ellis, a human capital strategist focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), shares his personal journey and insights. He discusses his upbringing, experiences with racism, and the importance of creating a workplace culture that is promising and not punitive. Torin defines DEIB as…
00:00 Introduction to Torin Ellis 02:31 Torin's Upbringing and Family Background 04:29 Moving Around and Experiencing Racism 07:10 The Impact of Racist Encounters 09:25 Growing Up with a Sense of Belonging 14:45 Values and Standing Up for Others 20:41 Defining DEIB: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging 24:14 Assessing DEIB in…
The Hallmark of any great leader is how they rebound from a failure. It humbles you. It reminds you that you are not infallible. And that even as great as you think you are, you can still make mistakes. But it's about what you do in the moments after that…
Audio: https://the-pozcast.simplecast.com/episodes/tom-conrads-journey-innovating-from-apple-to-pandora-snapchat-and-beyond Tom Conrad’s childhood heroes didn’t wear capes — they signed their names inside the first Macintosh. Inspired by those pioneering the future of tech, teenage Tom set his eyes on a career at Apple — and not only did he achieve that dream, but he also helped build…
00:00 Introduction and Tom Conrad's Background 03:06 Tom Conrad's Time at Pandora 06:09 Analyzing Professional Opportunities 12:03 Challenges at Apple and the Importance of Collaboration 22:55 Advocating for Fair Compensation 27:45 Servant Leadership and Accountability 30:45 The Quibi Failure 35:29 Data Democratization in Healthcare 40:14 Habits for Health and Wellness…
LISTEN UP: https://www.thepozcast.com/will-guidara-the-pursuit-of-unreasonable-hospitality/ "It doesn't matter what you have accomplished, It's the next thing you do that defines who you are." Let That Sink In. My conversation with National Best Selling Author and Restaurant Will Guidara was nothing short of extraordinary. His book Unreasonable Hospitality is a must-read for every…
ADUDIO: https://www.thepozcast.com/will-guidara-the-pursuit-of-unreasonable-hospitality/ "Be audacious in your goal-setting Patient in your pursuit And be willing to do whatever it takes to bring your vision to life. If you can do that, with the right people who are aligned... There is nothing short of extraordinary that you can accomplish." That single statement…
00:00 Introduction and Evoking Smiles 01:27 Background and Unreasonable Hospitality 12:05 Making it Cool to Care: Passion and Infectious Energy 29:31 The Importance of the Fan Meal: Preparing for Success 30:26 Building Relationships and Creating Community in the Workplace 31:18 Effective Communication and the Value of Daily Huddles 32:08 The…
Full audio: https://the-pozcast.simplecast.com/episodes/will-guidara-the-pursuit-of-unreasonable-hospitality Will Guidara is the founder of Thank You, a hospitality company that develops world-class destinations and helps leaders across industries transform their approach to customer service. He is also the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park. Under his leadership, the restaurant received numerous accolades, including four stars…
LISTEN UP: https://www.thepozcast.com/337 Smashing the "connect" button all day is NOT "networking." Nor do you need to give equal value to all sides of a new relationship. I get it. It's not that easy, and honestly, it took me years to master. But it's the core of my success. So…
My guest on E337 of #thePOZcast is Kirsta Tan. Krista has 15+ years of experience in people operations, talent acquisition, and business strategy. She served as President of Premier Talent Partners, leading a top talent team of 65, which was honored as a "Best Place to Work" by INC and…