The Tire Talent Podcast: Exploring Talent Acquisition In Today’s Tire Industry

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Joe Stepke. Joe is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Acima. Learn about Acima, how their team operates, and where Joe sees the team one year from now. Mike and Joe also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Acima's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Acima looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Acima team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Joe believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Jordan Fullerton. Jordan is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Pacific Fleet Inspections. Learn about Pacific Fleet Inspections, how their team operates, and where Jordan sees the team one year from now. Mike and Jordan also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Pacific Fleet Inspections's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Pacific Fleet Inspections looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Pacific Fleet Inspections team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Jordan believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Ryan Sanchez. Ryan is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Trelleborg Wheel Systems. Learn about Trelleborg Wheel Systems, how their team operates, and where Ryan sees the team one year from now. Mike and Ryan also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Trelleborg Wheel System’s approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Trelleborg Wheel Systems looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Trelleborg Wheel Systems team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Ryan believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Brian Fjeldsted. Brian is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Vogue Tyre & Rubber Company. Learn about Vogue Tyre & Rubber Company, how their team operates, and where Brian sees the team one year from now. Mike and Brian also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Vogue Tyre & Rubber Company's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Vogue Tyre & Rubber Company looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Vogue Tyre & Rubber Company team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Brian believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Jeff Barna. Jeff is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Yokohama Tire. Learn about Yokohama Tire, how their team operates, and where Jeff sees the team one year from now. Mike and Jeff also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Yokohama Tire's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Yokohama Tire looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Yokohama Tire team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Jeff believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Brandon Johnson. Brandon is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Eagle Tire Pros. Learn about Eagle Tire Pros, how their team operates, and where Brandon sees the team one year from now. Mike and Brandon also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Eagle Tire Pros's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Eagle Tire Pros looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Eagle Tire Pros team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Brandon believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with J. David Rich. J. David is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Hankook Tire. Learn about Hankook Tire, how their team operates, and where J. David sees the team one year from now. Mike and J. David also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Hankook Tire's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Hankook Tire looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Hankook Tire team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics J. David believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

oin host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Erick Oyemaja. Erick is a tire industry veteran and currently works at BestDrive LLC. Learn about BestDrive LLC, how their team operates, and where ERICK sees the team one year from now. Mike and Erick also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, BestDrive LLC's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills BestDrive LLC looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the BestDrive LLC team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Erick believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Robert Nasca. Robert is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Pirelli Tire. Learn about Pirelli Tire, how their team operates, and where ROBERT sees the team one year from now. Mike and Robert also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry,Pirelli Tire's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Pirelli Tire looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Pirelli Tire team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Robert believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Doug Biddle. Steve is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Doug Biddle Tire Safety Training & Consulting. Learn about Doug Biddle Tire Safety Training & Consulting, how their team operates, and where STEVE sees the team one year from now. Mike and Steve also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Doug Biddle Tire Safety Training & Consulting's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Doug Biddle Tire Safety Training & Consulting looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Doug Biddle Tire Safety Training & Consulting team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Steve believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Steve Hutchinson. Steve is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Pro Comp Tires. Learn about Pro Comp Tires, how their team operates, and where Steve sees the team one year from now. Mike and Steve also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Pro Comp Tires's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Pro Comp Tires looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Pro Comp Tires team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Steve believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Jared Kugel. Jared is a tire industry veteran and currently works at TW Protection. Learn about TW Protection, how their team operates, and where Jared sees the team one year from now. Mike and Jared also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, TW Protection's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills TW Protection looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the TW Protection team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Jared believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Tommy Moran. Tommy is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Hankook Tire. Learn about Hankook Tire, how their team operates, and where Tommy sees the team one year from now. Mike and Tommy also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Hankook Tire's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Hankook Tire looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Hankook Tire team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Tommy believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with David Shaw. First Name is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Tire Industry Research. Learn about Tire Industry Research, how their team operates, and where First Name sees the team one year from now. Mike and First Name also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Tire Industry Research's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Tire Industry Researchlooks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Tire Industry Researchteam when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics First Namebelieves are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Maureen. Maureen is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Pirelli Tire. Learn about Pirelli Tire, how their team operates, and where Maureen sees the team one year from now. Mike and Maureen also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Pirelli Tire's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Pirelli Tire looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Pirelli Tire team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Maureen believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with George Lugo. George is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Atturo Tire. Learn about Atturo Tire, how their team operates, and where George sees the team one year from now. Mike and George also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Atturo Tire's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Atturo Tire looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Atturo Tire team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics George believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Carris Ruffing. Carris is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Cooper Tire. Learn about Cooper Tire, how their team operates, and where Carris sees the team one year from now. Mike and Carris also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Cooper Tire's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Cooper Tire looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Cooper Tire team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Carris believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Kirt. Kirt is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Tire and Wheel Connection. Learn about Tire and Wheel Connection, how their team operates, and where Kirt sees the team one year from now. Mike and Kirt also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Tire and Wheel Connection's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Tire and Wheel Connection looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Tire and Wheel Connection team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Kirt believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Don Detore. Don is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Tire Business. Learn about Tire Business, how their team operates, and where Don sees the team one year from now. Mike and Don also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry,Tire Business's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Tire Business looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Tire Business team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Don believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Dominick Wycoff. Dominick is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Mickey Thompson. Learn about Mickey Thompson, how their team operates, and where Dominick sees the team one year from now. Mike and Dominick also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Mickey Thompson's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Mickey Thompson looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Mickey Thompson team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Dominick believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Adam. Adam is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Rema Tip Top. Learn about Rema Tip Top, how their team operates, and where Adam sees the team one year from now. Mike and Adam also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Rema Tip Top's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Rema Tip Top looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Rema Tip Top team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Adam believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Jeff Faubion. Jeff is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Bridgestone Americas / GCR Tires and Service. Learn about Bridgestone Americas / GCR Tires and Service, how their team operates, and where Jeff sees the team one year from now. Mike and Jeff also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Bridgestone Americas / GCR Tires and Service's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Bridgestone Americas / GCR Tires and Service looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Bridgestone Americas / GCR Tires and Service team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Jeff believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Ron Tatlock. Ron is a tire industry veteran and currently works at BKT Tires. Learn about BKT Tires, how their team operates, and where Ron sees the team one year from now. Mike and Ron also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, BKT Tires's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills BKT Tires looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the BKT Tires team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Ron believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with James. James is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Alliance Tire Group. Learn about Alliance Tire Group, how their team operates, and where James sees the team one year from now. Mike and James also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Alliance Tire Group's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Alliance Tire Group looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Alliance Tire Group team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics James believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Manny Cicero. Manny is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Triangle Tire. Learn about Triangle Tire, how their team operates, and where Manny sees the team one year from now. Mike and Manny also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Triangle Tire's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Triangle Tire looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Triangle Tire team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Manny believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talen Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Marc Margossian. Marc is a tire industry veteran and currently works at Trelleborg Wheel Systems. Learn about Trelleborg Wheel Systems, how their team operates, and where Marc sees the team one year from now. Mike and Marc also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, Trelleborg Wheel Systems' approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills Trelleborg Wheel Systems looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the Trelleborg Wheel Systems team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Marc believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Kevin Rohlwing. Kevin is a tire industry veteran and currently works at TIA. Learn about TIA, how their team operates, and where Kevin sees the team one year from now. Mike and Kevin also discuss current challenges faced by the tire industry, TIA's approach to hiring and retaining top talent, what skills TIA looks for when hiring new team members, and how to WOW the TIA team when interviewing for an open position. Lastly, learn which hot topics Kevin believes are important in today's tire industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with Justin Moran. Justin has been in the tire industry for 5 years. Currently Justin has the pleasure of working at Camso, where he handles material handling and construction tires. Prior, he had worked with Michelin in the commercial division where he had gladly learned a great deal of the industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Join host Mike Cioffi as he chats with David Jimenez - the District Director of AAA Club Alliance. David has been in the tire and automotive industry his entire life, starting back in the 1980s while in high school. Currently, David is the District Director of 16 business lines for AAA. He manages 8 stores in 2 different business lines and he enjoys his work."If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Stephen discusses the importance of corporate training as it helps to align the goals of the organization; from managers down to general service. The company has corporate overall strategy that aligns with every position. He says that the engagement with the employees through the entire process is crucial, as well as following the team and the growth process even though it can be out of the company.They also discuss the importance of trust and confidence of a customer, which can be hard to build, yet it is not impossible for someone who has a strong technical background, even if they have not been in the tire industry before.Stephen shares that leadership is important and it is the reason why new employees manage to do well and some may fizzle out quickly.According to Stephen the tire industry will have the need for special training, and become ready for the evolution of the industry. He also appreciates the importance of innovations. He suggests that smaller companies using automotive webinars to do training as wellIf you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

In this episode, Mike discusses heavy duty alignment systems as well as the tire companies that he works with day-to-day. Hear what his company specializes in and how he handles certain situations when confronted with tire defects. Mike also discusses tire talent within his industry and the importance of having the knowledge, interest and desire for how a tire works and how to fix it. Mike and his company offer seminars to companies. In addition to many other things, they also provide a 3-week training course for anyone looking to become an expert.  If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Mike and Scott discuss the challenges faced today in the tire industry, from attracting candidates to training and seasoning employees to stay in the job. With the challenges of finding new talent, there is a lot of opportunity for candidates who can understand the broad range of processes and materials, so candidates with a willingness to work and spend five to ten years are highly sought after. Scott tells of the blend of old-school and new-school, and gives suggestions for keeping younger engineers in the job.Finally, Scott gives tips to candidates with fewer than five years of experience who are interested in entering the tire industry. According to Scott, willingness to learn and getting involved will result in success. Scott invites candidates to reach out to tire companies, including Titan, to be aggressive and proactive, and to think outside of their discipline and keep an eye on the end product - tires fit for agricultural use. If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

In this episode, Mike and Clif discuss the attractions of the tire industry that draws in candidates. Clif observes the multiple levels of involvement, as well as the challenges in marketing, operations and logistics. Clif explains that the tire business is solid, rewarding, and a relationship-driven people business that can lead to a high level of personal fulfilment. For candidates with a strong desire to travel, the tire industry may be a great option, as candidates can “ask for the keys” and climb the ladder to the next level of involvement.Mike and Clif turn the discussion to hiring processes, and Clif explains his experience of using a full day of assessment with applicants to learn more about them on a deeper level. Clif gives many tips of getting through interview processes for candidates with the right attitude. He also discusses personality traits to look for in candidates from a recruiting perspective to find the right people for the job. Clif explains the tough decisions that come with the territory, and how to let a candidate know that they weren’t selected in a respectful and empathetic manner that gives positive feedback.The heart of this interview between Mike and Clif is the fact that the tire industry is about relationship, taking care of people, and welcoming problem-solving candidates interested in great careers and great upward mobility opportunities. If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

In this episode, Mike and Ed touch on topics of social platform tools like LinkedIn that can be used to give candidates an edge when job hunting for a multitude of tire industry jobs. Ed reminds listeners of the importance of keeping profiles updated and utilizing this technology to build relationships, an important factor in the tire industry.Ed also has exclusive tips that candidates will want to hear to give themselves an advantage when applying and interviewing for various jobs. Learn Ed’s secret recipe to get a supervisor’s attention and get hired, as well as his two most important pieces of advice that will benefit any candidate. If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Mike shares his experiences of what he looks for in candidates, and discusses the importance of passion and work ethic for success in the tire industry. Mike also considers a candidate’s experiences in previous projects, and addresses how those experiences have resulted in outcomes that are beneficial for tire industry work. For candidates new to the tire industry, Mike gives valuable tips to help with better interview and job performance. In closing, Mike answers the ongoing question of whether resumes are still needed to get a job in the tire industry and shares his opinion of how resumes should be used, if at all.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Jack MacDonald is an Industry Executive with over twenty years of experience, including work at Sears and Pep Boys. Jack is now Principal Advisor at JPM Talent Development Advisors, and his message, “It’s not about the rubber, it’s about the people” still rings true today. In this interview, Jack draws on his experience as the VP of Training and Organizational Development with Pep Boys to share common mistakes in the candidate-short market of the tire industry, and tactics that help recruiters find experienced technicians. Jack’s suggestions help build loyalty and personal growth in employees.Also in the interview, Mike and Jack explore the benefits of mentorship in a tire shop, and explain that a good boss recognizes an employee’s readiness to learn more, not just in the tire industry, but across any industry. Jack MacDonald can be reached at Jack@jpmjr.comIf you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Rick started his career with an accounting degree and the purchase of a tire shop right out of college. Through his career, Rick has worked with Goodyear, Michelin, and Kumho Tires in various roles. He attributes his success to continual learning and improving his skill in the industry.Rick goes on to discuss the hiring standpoints and differences between working in the wholesale and manufacturing sects of the tire industry while giving advice that candidates will need to learn in order to achieve success. Rick also discusses the pros and cons of working in larger and smaller operations and shares the qualities, based on his experience, that leads to successful sales.Finally, Rick answers a listener’s questions about resumes, and explains his opinion on using a resume as a tool and conversation starter to ask the right questions to candidates. If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!

Doug is a senior sales executive in the tire and rubber industry with over twenty years experience. Doug has worked in the industrial, agricultural and OTR segments of the industry, and shares his knowledge and experience with the audience.As an executive, Doug is familiar with the structure of these markets and shares his tips and personal experience of market organization. Further into the interview, Doug discusses the attributes of successful sales representatives and team members, top keys for driving a business and meeting goals, and the traits he looks for when hiring new members of his team.Finally, Doug discusses the move of the tire industry into a more media-streamed, digital marketing era and gives tips to Millennials hoping to get their start in the tire and rubber industry.If you like what we're doing be sure to join the Tire Talent Community today!