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In this episode of TribePod, host Matt Staney sits down with Eric Knauf, Founder and Managing Partner at BelongHQ, to explore the evolving landscape of talent leadership and the power of belonging in the workplace. Eric shares his journey from an "accidental recruiter" to a thought leader in talent acquisition, recounting pivotal moments from his career at SAP, Ariba, and Commvault. Together, they discuss: The critical role of belonging in organizational success. How talent leaders can navigate today's AI-driven workplace. Why super connectors are the backbone of thriving companies. Whether you're a TA professional, HR leader, or simply passionate about fostering meaningful workplace connections, this episode offers invaluable insights into creating environments where people and businesses thrive. Connect with Eric: Visit BelongHQ.com or find him on LinkedIn.
In this episode of TribePod – The Proactive Talent Podcast, host Matt Staney dives into the transformative power of AI in employer branding. Learn how AI can help you uncover hidden employee stories, streamline content creation, and personalize the candidate journey—all without sacrificing the human touch. From leveraging tools like sentiment analysis to drafting blog posts in minutes, Matt shares actionable strategies, prompts, and ethical practices to scale your storytelling efforts. Whether you're a one-person employer branding team or part of a larger organization, this episode is packed with insights to help you do more with less, connect authentically with your audience, and revolutionize the way you share employee experiences. Don't miss this opportunity to make AI your creative wingman! Tune in, take notes, and get ready to transform your approach to employer branding. Let's scale those stories!
In this episode of TribePod, the Proactive Talent Podcast, host Matt Staney welcomes longtime friend and visionary HR leader Lars Schmidt. As the founder of Amplify Talent, author of "Redefining HR," and host of the "Redefining Work" podcast, Lars has transformed modern HR with his advocacy for open-source HR practices and his contributions to iconic brands like NPR, SpaceX, and Hootsuite. Join Matt and Lars as they take a deep dive into Lars' career journey—from his early days as a technical recruiter to his pioneering role as an author, speaker, and community builder. They discuss the evolution of HR, the future of AI in the workplace, and how emerging technologies are reshaping the field of talent acquisition. Plus, Lars opens up about his decision to step back from Amplify Talent and return to in-house work, sharing valuable insights on leadership, community, and finding fulfillment in the ever-changing world of HR. Whether you're an HR professional, a recruiter, or just interested in the future of work, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical takeaways, and thought-provoking ideas. Tune in, and be ready to rethink the future of HR with Matt and Lars.
In this episode of TribePod, host Matt Staney sits down with Jason O'Day, a seasoned talent acquisition leader with deep experience in both agency and corporate recruiting, as well as fractional consulting. Jason shares his insights on the unique challenges and opportunities of today's job market, reflecting on the distinctions between in-house and agency recruitment and how flexible, on-demand models like Proactive Talent bridge the gap for companies scaling up or down. They also dive into the impact of AI on recruiting workflows, discuss the promises and pitfalls of automation, and offer actionable advice for talent professionals navigating layoffs and career shifts. Whether you're a recruiter, TA leader, or simply curious about the future of hiring, this conversation will leave you inspired and informed on building a resilient and adaptable talent strategy.
In this episode of TribePod, host Matt Staney tackles two of the most transformative forces in today's workplace: economic recovery and the rapid advancement of AI. As HR and recruitment leaders face both challenges and opportunities, Matt provides valuable insights into navigating job displacement, AI integration, and strategic talent development. Are robots coming for our jobs, or is there a brighter future ahead? Drawing from recent key studies, Matt explores how talent leaders can stay proactive, leverage AI as a tool, and create new pathways for talent. He shares actionable strategies for enhancing recruitment, focusing on reskilling, and making AI a partner in growth. For more details, check out the referenced studies: World Economic Forum - Future of Jobs Report 2023 McKinsey - Generative AI and the Future of Work PwC - Global AI Study 2023 Accenture - Technology Vision 2023 Deloitte - Human Capital Trends 2023 Learn more about Proactive Talent. Subscribe to our Newsletter
In this episode of TribePod – The Proactive Talent Podcast, host Matt Staney dives into the future of recruiting in an AI-driven world. Matt outlines six critical skills every modern recruiting team needs to thrive, from leveraging AI beyond automation to building talent ecosystems. Along the way, Matt offers practical tips, personal anecdotes, and recommended readings that will help you elevate your recruiting game and lead the charge in transforming talent acquisition. Whether you're a talent leader or a recruiter looking to stay ahead of the curve, this episode is packed with actionable insights that can't be missed. Tune in now to learn how to future-proof your recruiting strategy and build teams ready for the modern world! Recommended books and their authors mentioned in the episode: Prediction Machines: The Simple Economics of Artificial Intelligence by Ajay Agrawal, Joshua Gans, and Avi Goldfarb The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups by Daniel Coyle Talent Magnet: How to Attract and Keep the Best People by Mark Miller Work Without Jobs: How to Reboot Your Organization's Work Operating System by Ravin Jesuthasan and John Boudreau Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy by Cathy O'Neil The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth by Amy C. Edmondson
In this highly anticipated return of TribePod, host Matt Staney, founder and CEO of Proactive Talent, shares his personal journey over the past year and a half, including why he decided to take a sabbatical and how it has reshaped his outlook on life, leadership, and the ever-evolving talent acquisition industry. Matt opens up about the challenges he faced—both professionally and personally—during the pandemic and tech downturn, and how those experiences led to the relaunch of Proactive Talent. In this episode, you'll get a sneak peek into what's ahead for Proactive Talent and TribePod, from deep dives into AI and technology in recruiting to building agile, scalable recruiting models and creating authentic employer brands. This episode sets the tone for the future of TribePod as the go-to podcast for HR and recruiting leaders looking to stay ahead of the curve. Plus, Matt hints at some exciting guest appearances and topics to come. Whether you're in talent acquisition, employer branding, HR or just curious about the future of hiring, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Subscribe now to stay up-to-date on the latest trends, insights, and strategies in recruiting and HR.
In this episode of Tribepod, Jim Stroud, VP of Marketing at Proactive Talent interviews Katrina Collier about her new book - "The Robot Proof Recruiter." During the conversation, the following topics are addressed: How to show you are a recruiter worth talking to How to show you are a company worth talking to Why you should focus your recruitment process on people and not technology And more... Connect with Katrina Collier via her webpage at https://katrinacollier.com/ ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ... Please rate our podcast on your favorite podcast platform! ... ABOUT THE ROBOT PROOF RECRUITER The Robot-Proof Recruiter shows you how to use a human-first approach to hiring that will help you grab and hold a candidate's attention better than a robot! It contains essential guidance on overcoming obstacles, including how to recruit without an existing online presence, how to work effectively with hiring managers to improve the outreach and candidate experience, and how to use technology to support the candidate's journey from initial outreach, through to application, successful onboarding, and later to alumnus. The second edition covers the unexpected impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on recruiting, and how using unique human qualities in conjunction with technology can enhance employer branding and candidate experience. Full of expert guidance, practical tips and updated case studies, this book explains what works, what doesn't and how you can stand out and recruit effectively. The Robot-Proof Recruiter is an indispensable book for all recruitment professionals and HR practitioners who want to recruit the right people for their organization. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode of TribePod, Phil Johnson discusses the value and importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace. Topics addressed in this podcast include: What is Emotional Intelligence? How is it developed? Why is it especially important now? Can anyone develop their emotional intelligence? What's the difference between emotional intelligence and intellectual intelligence? Can emotional intelligence guarantee personal, career and corporate success? (Spoiler alert! Yes.) And what does the infamous Will Smith slap and Chris Rock's reaction tell us about emotional intelligence? Tune in for a fascinating conversation leading to how emotional intelligence could be the key to resolving most of the world's issues. ABOUT OUR GUEST Phil Johnson, Founder- Master of Business Leadership (MBL) has been an Executive Coach for 21 years, helping executives and organizations to bet on themselves by developing their emotional intelligence. Related links: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfc3tV87p03JMDOXqDu8tQ EQ Newsletter On LinkedIn https://lnkd.in/dqxVrFZK Chat with Phil: https://calendly.com/mblcoach/chat-with-phil EQ vs IQ: Which One Wins the Battle for Leadership & Corporate Advancement? https://bit.ly/3bxOISw ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ... Please rate our podcast on your favorite podcast platform! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
On this episode of TribePod, Mark Gray discusses how artificial intelligence has forever changed the recruitment process. Questions addressed in this podcast include... How is AI applied in recruitment processes today? What are some benefits of AI Implementation in the Hiring Process? What should we tell candidates about AI in the recruitment process? Can you share some success stories of companies implementing AI in the hiring process? Do you know of any AI in recruiting horror stories? Will AI eventually replace humans in recruiting? Why or why not? Will jobseekers begin using chatbots to screen recruiters? If so, how would that work? Article referenced in the podcast: What To Think About When Recruiting Recruiters https://bit.ly/3jhR2gt ABOUT OUR GUEST Mark Gray is the Head of Hiring at Invisible Technologies. He brings 13 years of experience within the talent acquisition field and has led the scaling of multiple start ups across the globe. He is currently conducting research on the deployability of observed personality traits and their utility in predicting future job performance through the use of AI. His work has been mentioned in various articles and podcasts including (but not limited to) MIT Review, Scientific American, IDA's Workflow Podcast. ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ... Please rate our podcast on your favorite podcast platform! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
There is a lot of turmoil in the world today and that is spilling over into the business world. In these interesting times, leaders are looking for policies, ways of doing business, that will make their enterprises prosper. Although inspiration can come from anywhere, Francis Pedraza thinks that ancient wisdom can greatly benefit today's workplace. Questions asked in this podcast include... What ancient wisdom could CEOs use to manage their workforces? How do you think the ancient wisdom of stoicism would be received in the workplace today? Is equity ownership the answer to employee engagement? Ancient wisdom quoted in this podcast include: “When you wake up in the morning, tell yourself: The people I deal with today will be meddling, ungrateful, arrogant, dishonest, jealous, and surly. They are like this because they can't tell good from evil.” - Marcus Aurelius “It is the quality of a great soul to scorn great things and to prefer that which is ordinary rather than that which is too great.” - Seneca “Let your desires be ruled by reason.” - Cicero Tune in for a very thought-provoking episode. ... ABOUT OUR GUEST Francis Pedraza is the CEO of Invisible, the smart outsourcing and automation platform that enables innovators to grow market share, scale operations, and support their leaders—while creating upward mobility for a global workforce. He leads a team of nearly 1000 people and has led Invisible to >50% quarter over quarter growth and profitability. People who've worked with Francis say his strategy comes from “clear, deep thinking,” that he excels at “building models, communicating vision, and motivating his team.” Most importantly he's refreshingly honest about success, failures, and his learnings along the way. By the time he dies, the Cornell history major hopes to have read all the Penguin classics. Related links: The Invisible website: invisible.co Invisible blog: invisible.co/blog ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ... Please rate our podcast on your favorite podcast platform! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode of TribePod, Jim Stroud interviews CHRO John Riley on leadership traits and the conversation morphs into how kindness influences the bottom line and enhances employer brand. Questions asked during this interview include: What do you think is one of the greatest core values a (HR) leader should possess to be effective? What is the most important advice you've received in your career? What is the biggest risk with the new workforce and how do employers overcome the obstacle of mounting pressures to conform to new ideas? How will employers need to adapt to the new workforce mindset? As a leader, how do you create a culture that doesn't leave anyone in the dust? Help! I'm in HR, how do I get a seat at the table? ABOUT OUR GUEST John Riley, SHRM-CP and Chief Human Resources Officer John Riley is a human resource executive with over 15 years of responsible and progressive experience in human resource management as well as leadership and operational excellence. His professional experiences include strategic program management, training, employee and organizational development and corporate purpose and culture. John is passionate about workforce development and equipping the next generation of leaders to take on new challenges and succeeding in the rapidly changing arena of management. He can be reached via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jchrisriley ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ... Please rate our podcast on your favorite podcast platform! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Vince Abramo discusses coaching communication and conflict resolution with TribePod host - Jim Stroud. Vince is based in Hawaii, which Jim found fascinating. Are the Human Resources issues in Hawaii different from the issues faced in the United States? How are the myriad of cultures in Hawaii affecting the workplace? And do managers need translators to speak to their own employees in Hawaii? The answers may surprise you. ABOUT OUR GUEST: VINCE ABRAMO Vince Abramo finds joy in witnessing the change of individuals and groups when they are engaged in healthy dialogue. She has a heart for small businesses and supports the missions of nonprofits to fulfill the community's needs. She has a master's degree in Public Administration, and a bachelor's in intercommunication and public relations with certifications in conflict resolution, nonprofit management, and volunteer management from the University of Hawaii. She a certified coach and trainer through the John Maxwell Team, Brain Health Coaching through the Amen Clinic, and Neuroencoding. She resides on the island of Oahu with her husband Nick and has three wonderful adult children carving their own journey. | Contact Vince Abramo via her website at https://bambooshoot.co/ QUESTIONS DISCUSSED IN THIS PODCAST How can we recognize the signs of bad workplace communication? What are common communication problems you see across organizations? How can managers motivate their teams when they're struggling to get results? How can managers make meetings more engaging for the staff? What is the best way to handle micromanagers? People in offices tend to bring up political topics. How should employees handle political conversations in the workplace? What are your top 5 tips when you are in a middle of a conflict? If you could give any advice to the HR Community, what would it be and why? ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ... Please rate our podcast on your favorite podcast platform! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Today, TribePod interviews an expert on the topic of leadership - Hannah Balogun. Questions asked in this podcast: Do HR and politics converge in the UK workplace? Should today's HR practitioners require therapist credentials to do their jobs? What is the difference between a leader and a boss? What makes a great leader? Can you nurture someone into a great leader or are great leaders simply born? What is the most difficult part of being an HR leader? What part does emotional intelligence play in leadership? How can organizations enhance performance development? How does company culture impact company leadership? How do you nurture talent? About Our Guest: Hannah Balogun has over 20 years' experience working in Human Resources in the UK and internationally. She is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) and a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), a credentialed Coach and a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), a Member of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC), a credentialed NLP Business Practitioner and an accredited Achieving Communication Excellence (ACE) Licensee. She uses her people and coaching expertise to provide a solid basis of engagement for leaders, teams, organizations, and individuals to achieve long lasting improvements in performance, development, and communication strategies. This enables the embodiment of self-awareness, behavioral change, goal clarifications, the achievement of development and career objectives whilst unlocking potential, leading to continuous growth. Connect with Hanna at: https://www.hannahbalogun.com/ ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ### --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Today's episode focuses on employee mental health, fixing the "Great Resignation" and, employee retention with Jeremy Cooper of Balanced Life. ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ### ABOUT OUR GUEST With over 20 years' working in IT and Life Sciences, Jeremy has a wealth of experience covering operations, architecture, projects, and leadership. During various roles Jeremy has had exposure to supporting companies through hyper growth, mergers, and acquisitions, building out high performing teams and transforming how services are delivered. However, it came at a cost. Due to his drive and work pressure (mostly self-inflicted), he ended up burnt out and struggling to leave the house due to anxiety. Jeremy was a shell of a person that was just transacting through all aspects of life. During his recovery, Jeremy discovered how much our habits shape our work and lives, and strategic changes can transform us. Implementing these habits and showed them to others transformed his life and career and led him to form Balanced Life with a mission to help individuals and organizations find High-Performance and Balance. QUESTIONS ASKED IN THE PODCAST What are some stigmas around mental health in the workplace? What are the signs of burnout and how can we prevent it? How can employers learn to recognize burnout in employees and what can we do to help? What effects does mental health and burnout have on company retention rates? What can companies do to improve retention rates during such uncertain times? Are corporate wellbeing programs effective? How can a company help their employees separate work from home life? What are some good habits to practice when looking to improve workplace mental health? How do we fix The Great Resignation? What advice would you give to companies looking to improve their mental health awareness? Let us know what you think of the TribePod podcast! Please rate us on your favorite podcast platform. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Robin Rodriguez is on today's episode of TribePod. Robyn is from Austin, Texas and has over 18 years of extensive HR experience. Robyn started her career at ADP and quickly developed into a Leader in the Payroll space. Using Payroll as a foundation for continued growth, Robyn has developed expansive knowledge in all aspects of Human Resources. Robyn specializes in partnering with Senior Leadership to help develop and deploy advanced HR strategies that align people, process, and technology initiatives. Robyn has been regarded as ‘employee of the year' and was the youngest, female, Latina to be awarded a VP title at a previous organization. Robyn mentors' various women in the Payroll and HR space and extends that mentorship in her personal life by supporting various non-profit organizations. Robyn is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion for all and regarded as a thought leader who is invested in the betterment of workplace culture and innovative ways to work. ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ### QUESTIONS ASKED IN THIS PODCAST: Has HR and the payroll industry caught up with the post-pandemic world of work? Will political pressures cause HR to play a more significant role in the lives of employees? Will the "great resignation" era issue a bigger trend of boomerang employees? Will silver haired consultants be tapped to resolve the brain drain caused by the great resignation? Which generation has the higher degree of emotional intelligence? How to operate a company with so many different generations at work? Any ideas on how to resolve gender pay gaps? Better ways to evaluate workplace performance and improve job descriptions DEI needs to expand beyond a black and white issue How to get better DEI data from job applicants Will META bring gamification back to HR? How does Ageism affect the modern workplace? Are more disabled workers employed now since everyone is remote? Is returning to the office racist as some Apple employees allege? The likely trend of talent hubs in response to hybrid workers Tune in for a very lively and informative conversation! HR Leaders, pay close attention to this one. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
The guest today is Brenden Kumarasamy. Brenden is the founder of MasterTalk, he coaches ambitious executives & entrepreneurs to become top 1% communicators in their industry. He also has a popular YouTube channel called MasterTalk, with the goal of providing free access to communication tools for everyone in the world. ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ### Topics explored in this podcast: Communication in the workplace Team communication exercises Relationship building Presenting with confidence Questions asked in this podcast: What are the greatest challenges to great communication? How has remote work affected our communication style on the job? How do you build relationships with employees while working remote? How can we learn to communicate better in teams? How do we measure the success of effective communication? What role does facial expressions, gestures, and pauses play in communication? What are some exercises you can do to practice public speaking or communicating? How do you learn to communicate in the board room? How do you practice presenting in front of large groups of people? If you could give one piece of advice to anyone who struggles to communicate, what would it be and why? Brenden is available via: web: MasterTalk - https://www.mastertalk.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendenkumarasamy/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Jim Stroud speaks with Stephen Costigan and Thomas Fisher of Metaspark to discuss employee engagement with remote workers, challenging Henry Ford's vision, how individual work impacts on the organization and how to understand your employees without spying on them. Stephen and Thomas can be connected via their website - Metaspark.io. ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ### QUESTIONS ASKED IN THIS PODCAST What is Henry Ford's vision? How has Henry Ford's vision changed overtime and how does it affect us in today's world? How do companies increase employee engagement in this new era of remote and hybrid work? What does this new era of work mean for employers? What are employers failing at in this new era and how can we prevent ourselves from making those mistakes? How has the Great Resignation affected the way companies hire? How can companies learn to understand their employees better? How does spying on your employees affect trust and quality of work? How do you think the work environment will change over the next 10 years? ABOUT OUR GUESTS Stephen Costigan Stephen Costigan has spent his entire career in technology with organizations like Capgemini & Microsoft prior to his successful entrepreneurial ventures over the past decade. He is a true innovator who leverages his extensive experience in technology, ability to see trends and challenges years in advance, and brings game changing thought leadership to market, primarily in the B2B segment, promoting scalable solutions that always center around customer success and outcomes. Stephen is responsible for MetaSpark's platform vision and feature inception and directs the sales, marketing, and fundraising activities of the company. He works with customers and the product teams to turn customer feedback into customer value. Stephen is also the Founder and CEO of CloudScale, which has delivered consistent revenue and profitability for the past six years working with some of the largest and most recognizable brands. Thomas Fisher Thomas Fisher is a Career B2B sales professional, executive leader, and entrepreneur with specialties in sales strategy, operations, methodologies, social selling, and coaching. He is driven by a passion for leading and serving others, fostering environments of innovative thinking, collaborative efforts, and flawless execution. He has spent nearly his entire career in technology working from startups and challenger brands to global 100 firms. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Is workplace drama standing in the way of productivity? Do colleagues fight over petty issues? Are teams more concerned about protecting their territory than getting the job done? Is bad behavior being tolerated? These are just a few of the signs that a toxic workplace is impeding organizational success, says Richard Hawkes, author of NAVIGATE THE SWIRL and CEO of the consulting firm Growth River. These behaviors are part of “the Swirl” — the daily mix of problems, turf battles, and drama that block an organization's ability to focus on the real issues that result in transformation and growth. In his forthcoming book, Hawkes presents a step-by-step guide for building highly engaged, high-performing teams and organizations, despite the Swirl. His playbook centers on Seven Crucial Conversations, a series of ongoing, intentional conversations that help people align and re-imagine the “social systems” in which they work. In this podcast, Jim Stroud, VP of Marketing at Proactive Talent interviews Hawkes on... • What the Swirl is, and how it holds companies back • The signs of a toxic workplace • What leaders should do to “detox” a toxic workplace • The Seven Crucial Conversations that help organizations build highly effective teams and workplaces • How to build high-performing teams in today's hybrid workplace Hawkes' insights in NAVIGATE THE SWIRL will help organizations break free of unnecessary constraints. The book provides a roadmap for wielding influence in the complex, adaptive social systems of today's workplace. ABOUT OUR GUEST Richard S. Hawkes, author of NAVIGATE THE SWIRL, is the Founder of Growth River, an international consultancy that guides leaders and teams to create higher performance in businesses and organizations. Hawkes helps companies identify and resolve constraints to success. Clients include Edward Jones, GENEWIZ, Hitachi, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Mars. He sees purpose-driven, customer-focused, team-based, multi-stakeholder businesses as the best bet for solving the world's biggest problems. Hawkes received a B.A. in Computer Science and German Literature from Hamilton College and an M.B.A. in Marketing and Organizational Development from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. For more information, visit: www.growthriver.com ABOUT PROACTIVE TALENT Proactive Talent is the leading power partner to your recruiting engine. We're a coalition of freelance recruiting and talent brand practitioners who provide the necessary tools to tighten your hiring gaps, bolster your retention rates and embolden your company mission, giving you the competitive edge needed in the ever-changing recruiting industry. With a holistic approach, we work alongside clients to help them build a powerful recruiting engine that enables them to efficiently attract, recruit, and retain top talent. Our current and past clients include enterprise companies like Uber/Postmates, Siemens Energy, Boston Consulting Group, Basic American Foods, and GoDaddy as well as fast-growing startups like Calendly, Discord, and Gong.io. For more information, contact us at: https://proactivetalent.com/contact-us --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
“Today we have more ways to communicate but we're connecting less than ever before,” says Adam C. Bandelli, Ph.D. An industrial-organizational psychologist, Bandelli has observed the devastating impact of both the pandemic and increased reliance on technology on people's ability to create the kinds of relationships needed not only for business and career success, but for personal satisfaction and growth. In his new book, RELATIONAL INTELLIGENCE: The Five Essential Skills You Need to Build Life-Changing Relationships (April 2022), Dr. Bandelli draws on extensive research to introduce the concept of “Relational Intelligence” and explains why it is at the heart of effective leadership. Tune in for a VERY informative interview with an industry leader. ... Contact Proactive Talent! We would love to talk about your recruiting and employer brand needs. https://proactivetalent.com/contact-us ABOUT OUR GUEST Adam C. Bandelli, Ph.D., author of RELATIONAL INTELLIGENCE, is the Managing Director of Bandelli & Associates, a boutique consulting firm focusing on leadership advisory services and organizational effectiveness. He is also the author of What Every Leader Needs: The Ten Universal and Indisputable Competencies of Leadership Effectiveness. His articles on leadership and management have appeared in such publications and websites as Leadership Excellence, Chief Executive, InBusiness, HR Daily Advisor, and CEOWorld. For more information, visit www.bandelliandassociates.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Today, I interviewed Donna Cutting and have unofficially proclaimed her my emotional support human because of her cheery, positive vibes. We discussed employment branding, the great resignation and how to put employees first. I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation and this you will too. - Jim Stroud NOTES AND QUESTIONS ASKED IN THIS PODCAST The past two years have been extraordinary in the world of work. Due to the pandemic and now this post-Covid world, a lot of workers are trying to find themselves. I think that's why this phenomenon of The Great Resignation is taking place. In this atmosphere, I've been told that the best thing a company can do is instill a sense of purpose in their team. If that's true, what would you say are the benefits of defining purpose for your team? How do you define your team's purpose - and use it in practice? A growing trend in the world of work is "location-agnostic pay" where people are paid the same salary no matter where they are in the world. I know several companies are offering this to be competitive. It makes me wonder, what is the best way to insure fair compensation? Many companies have moved to a WFH (work from home) model when the pandemic hit and although the trend now seems to be a hybrid office (some days at home/some days at the office), new management challenges are surfacing. People who work from home may be more favored because of the close interaction causing remote workers to feel less valued. Do you have any suggestions on how companies can keep remote teams connected? Should remote workers be handled differently than those who regularly come into the office? And how can companies encourage diversity and inclusion in these situations? We spend so much of our lives at work. According to the website - ReviseSociology, we will spend 92,120 hours in our lifetime at work; assuming you work full time from age 18 to 67. That's a lot of time to spend with people you may or may not like. I would think a little bit of kindness at work would make those years feel more rewarding. Can you offer any tips on how companies can cultivate kindness and compassion at work? ABOUT OUR GUEST Donna Cutting, CSP is the Founder and CEO of Red-Carpet Learning Worldwide and works with mission-driven leaders to help them create cultures of happy, engaged people who deliver exceptional service. She's the author of three published books including “The Celebrity Experience: Insider Secrets to Red Carpet Customer Service, (Wiley, 2008) ” “501 Ways to Roll Out the Red Carpet for Your Customers (Career Press, 2015)” and her most recent book, “Employees First! Inspire, Engage, and Focus on the HEART of Your Organization (Career Press, 2022)” She's been named one of the Top 30 Global Gurus in Customer Service and Organizational Culture for several consecutive years and has been featured or published in a variety of media including The Black News Channel, CEO World, Thrive Global, Addicted2Success, SUCCESS Magazine, Forbes.com, McKnights, Investor's Business Daily, ABC's America This Morning, and more. She's worked with companies in a variety of fields including senior living, healthcare, hospitality, entertainment, call centers, financial services, and more. Donna works from her office in Asheville, North Carolina unless she's on the “Red Carpet Roadtrip,” traveling throughout the United States with her husband Jim and their two rescue dogs Moxie and Tonks. Visit her website at www.redcarpetlearning.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Jim Stroud interviews Ty Abernathy, cofounder and CEO of Grayscale, a high volume hiring platform that helps brands like Amazon, Wayfair, and Dick's Sporting Goods streamline their hourly hiring through SMS and automation. Questions asked in the podcast include: # The significance of SMS as a candidate engagement platform for hourly, blue collar and high-volume hiring. # Response of SMS messaging compared to email and other channels. # Successful case studies of SMS in recruiting # How jobseekers feel about recruiting via text # How to script SMS messages for job seekers # SMS and privacy concerns # And more... CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Ty Abernathy Website: grayscaleapp.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyabernethy/ THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! As a thank you, please download these free HR related resources: https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Greg Fontus interviews Kym Ali on why employers should be focusing on inclusive wellness, especially during this great resignation era. Free downloadable resources related to this podcast: Am I Society's Keeper? Corporate Social Responsibility in the Era of Wokeness https://info.proactivetalent.com/corporate-social-responsibility Diversity Statement Examples https://info.proactivetalent.com/diversity-statement-examples Where are the female CEOs? https://blog.proactivetalent.com/where-are-the-female-ceos Find more resources here: https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ABOUT OUR GUEST Kym Ali is a Registered Nurse who spent five years abroad traveling the world while developing her professional career “Until she tragically lost her job to systemic racism and had to relocate back to the States. Two weeks after returning home, her niece passed away at college. “The stress took a toll on me. Two days after my niece passed away, I had a heart attack in my “30's. Kym knew she had to stop being strong, like so many women of color do, and take care of her physical and mental health. After several unsuccessful therapy sessions, Kym knew she had to take matters into her own hands. Kym began to heal herself by becoming a mental health coach and behavior change specialist and now she's back to living her best life. Kym now supports healthcare facilities and Fortune 500 corporations by creating healthy and inclusive workplace settings. Her work has been featured on FOX, CBS and NBC and Voice of America. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diversityandwellness ABOUT OUR HOST Greg Fontus has over 10 years' worth of knowledge and experience challenging and empowering others to be inclusively excellent. As a sought-after diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategist, trainer, thought leader, and motivator he has made it a mission to inspire and impact others to be positive agents of social change in order to create environments where all people matter and belong regardless of identity. Greg holds graduate degrees from the University of South Florida in Curriculum Instruction and from Vanderbilt University in Divinity. He also holds DEI certifications as a Cook Ross Unconscious Bias Trainer, a Green Dots Bystander Intervention Trainer, and a National Coalition Building Institute Trainer. As someone dedicated to the work of inclusion, equity, justice, and advocacy, Greg has accepted as his personal call to action the words of civil rights leader Rev. James Lawson who stated: “We are citizens of a country that does not yet exist. It is our duty to usher that country into existence.” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
This podcast is the second in a series of "Ask Me Anything" podcast events featuring Greg Fontus and a special guest. Today Greg is speaking with Chief Diversity Officer - Dr. Theresa R. Horne, CPTM, CSM, SHRM-SCP. Topics discussed in this episode include the following: Why is the DEI industry booming right now? When it comes to DEI, what is the appropriate amount of investment for your company? Should there be a Chief Diversity Officer in your company? This is why the CEO should not be be the CDO. How much staff should a CDO have? What do you do when the CEO does not seem to care about DEI? Chief People and Diversity Officer vs Chief Diversity Officer. Which is better? What are some examples of resistance to DEI and ways to confront them? How to gather data for strategic DEI initiatives What are some core elements that should be the foundation of any DEI program? Advice for DEI advocates who want to work in the industry ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Theresa R. Horne, CPTM, CSM, SHRM-SCP Dr. Horne is an experienced senior advisor in DEIA, Human Capital, Training and Development who develops and aligns complex programs and business initiatives for the federal and private companies. She has a 15+ year history of contributions to the government, military and private industries in operations, diversity and inclusion, human capital and adult learning. Dr. Horne has researched and developed comprehensive leadership development, culture action planning and career development programs impacting leaders on a global scale. She is an award-winning novelist, industry columnist and government leader that has spoken at multiple federal agencies, private organizations on the intersection of culture, leadership and strategic alignment. She owns Dynamic Training Partners as a minority, veteran and woman-owned organization. She is a proud Army veteran and enjoys reading, traveling and coaching youth sports. Connect with Dr. Horne online: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-r-horne Affiliated Websites: www.dynamictrainingpartners.org www.trhorne.com Portfolio: The Business of Learning, Episode 29: How Training Professionals Can Help Organizations Eliminate Racism https://buff.ly/3kaRG0m ABOUT OUR HOST Greg Fontus has over 10 years' worth of knowledge and experience challenging and empowering others to be inclusively excellent. As a sought-after diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategist, trainer, thought leader, and motivator he has made it a mission to inspire and impact others to be positive agents of social change in order to create environments where all people matter and belong regardless of identity. Greg holds graduate degrees from the University of South Florida in Curriculum Instruction and from Vanderbilt University in Divinity. He also holds DEI certifications as a Cook Ross Unconscious Bias Trainer, a Green Dots Bystander Intervention Trainer, and a National Coalition Building Institute Trainer. As someone dedicated to the work of inclusion, equity, justice, and advocacy, Greg has accepted as his personal call to action the words of civil rights leader Rev. James Lawson who stated: “We are citizens of a country that does not yet exist. It is our duty to usher that country into existence.” Connect with Greg on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/gregfontus --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Courtney Lane and Jim Stroud navigate around a few technical issues to discuss people analytics with the CEO of HR Forecast - Christian Vetter. Topics discussed in this episode include: Is "The Great Resignation" going global? What do the trends say? Should skills be the priority of job boards and not job titles? Lessons learned from going 100% virtual Things to consider when considering people analytics And more... ABOUT OUR GUEST Christian Vetter is CEO and Co-Founder at HRForecast, a German HR tech company. Christian is an HR tech expert with a focus on cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and Big Data. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
This podcast is the first in a series of "Ask Me Anything" podcast events featuring Greg Fontus and a special guest. In this premiere episode, Greg is joined by Chelly Conley. Questions addressed in this podcast: What should you keep in mind when developing a DEI strategy? What are questions to ask when tracking your DEI strategy? How do you respond to those who don't think DEI initiatives are necessary in the workplace? Do you have tips on recruiting diversity to locations where diversity is limited and relocation budgets are non-existent? How do you counteract comments from leadership such as "we just hire or promote the best person for the job regardless of race or gender?" How do you encourage more robust engagement in newly introduced ERGs? Can you offer strategies for inclusion? Free downloadable resources related to this podcast: Am I Society's Keeper? Corporate Social Responsibility in the Era of Wokeness https://info.proactivetalent.com/corporate-social-responsibility Diversity Statement Examples https://info.proactivetalent.com/diversity-statement-examples Where are the female CEOs? https://blog.proactivetalent.com/where-are-the-female-ceos Find more resources here: https://proactivetalent.com/downloadables ABOUT OUR GUEST Chelly Conley, SPHR, SHRM-CP, CDP Chelly Conley has 9 years of experience in the Human Resources Industry, currently working as a Director of Global Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging for KnowBe4. KnowBe4 is the world largest Security Awareness firm with multiple locations globally. Her expertise has developed into DEI, Advocacy, Coaching, Mentoring, Training, and Employee Engagement. Chelly has also been a member of SHRM for as long as her HR career and has served on different committees with the focus currently being Diversity and Inclusion and Education. She is on the Board of Directors for the Florida National Diversity Council and the Advisory Council for the National Coalition for Racial Justice & Equity. Chelly is also HRCI, SHRM, and NDC certified with a bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of South Florida and is currently in the MBA program at Saint Leo University. ABOUT OUR HOST Greg Fontus has over 10 years' worth of knowledge and experience challenging and empowering others to be inclusively excellent. As a sought-after diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategist, trainer, thought leader, and motivator he has made it a mission to inspire and impact others to be positive agents of social change in order to create environments where all people matter and belong regardless of identity. Greg holds graduate degrees from the University of South Florida in Curriculum Instruction and from Vanderbilt University in Divinity. He also holds DEI certifications as a Cook Ross Unconscious Bias Trainer, a Green Dots Bystander Intervention Trainer, and a National Coalition Building Institute Trainer. As someone dedicated to the work of inclusion, equity, justice, and advocacy, Greg has accepted as his personal call to action the words of civil rights leader Rev. James Lawson who stated: “We are citizens of a country that does not yet exist. It is our duty to usher that country into existence.” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode of TribePod, Jim Stroud chats with Kerry Goyette about guiding business behavior and how artificial intelligence is shaping the world of work today and on into the future. Some of the topics we discussed... How to find the behaviors that matter most for your business--do you know if you're focusing your time, energy, and resources on the right areas? How humans can work WITH AI, instead of being afraid of it. What does AI need to look like moving forward? How to build culture in a #WFH environment Tune in NOW for a very informative interview. ... ABOUT OUR GUEST Kerry Goyette works at the intersection of AI, emotional intelligence, leadership development, and neuroscience research. She is the Founder and President of Aperio Consulting Group, which uses workplace analytics and research-based strategies to build high-performance teams. Kerry has consulted for organizations around the world and has given keynotes at the Global HR Inside Summit in Austria and the 2018 Best Employers Awards in Barbados. Her TEDx Talk “Stop Trying to Motivate Your Employees," which has been viewed more than a million times, tackles the well-intentioned, but often unsuccessful methods leaders use in employee engagement. Kerry's book, The Non-Obvious Guide to Emotional Intelligence, was selected as a best book by Forbes magazine. Her work has been featured in The Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, CEO World Magazine, Inc., CNBC Make It, BNN Bloomberg, and Entrepreneur magazine. She is a Certified Professional Behavior Analyst, Certified Forensic Interviewer, and serves on the University of Missouri MBA Advisory Board. Kerry uses the newest innovations and AI technologies to link behavior to business outcomes. Business Website: https://thinkaperio.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-goyette/ TEDx Talk - Stop Trying to Motivate Your Employees: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lhVUedc1a4 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
"Building an Authentic and Scalable DEI Strategy" is the first in a special series of podcasts for Founders, Talent Acquisition Leaders and HR Leaders who are in a rapidly growing and evolving organization and are constantly looking to elevate or even build their DEI strategy and culture. What makes this event special is that it is being programmed, in part, by you. What do I mean by that? The presentation is based on questions posed by the panel moderator and by questions submitted by our network. Topics explored in this podcast event include how business leaders and executives can: Foster environments of cultural relevance and responsiveness so that the work of DEI does not become performative and outdated. Create a value-driven DEI brand that doesn't focus solely on program-driven initiatives, but people-centered initiatives that drive cultural transformation. Identify critical need areas to inform company-wide policies and solutions. By understanding the pain points and areas of growth, organizations are positioned to develop sustainable DEI strategies that have realistic metrics of success and accountability across business units. Foster environments of learning where training and coaching allow for an increased awareness of unconscious bias, microaggressions, and other forms of discrimination in order to promote a workplace where people can continue to have fearless dialogue while gaining practical tools of inclusion. Serve as allies and advocates against all of discrimination in order to demonstrate that your company is committed to going beyond a statement and willing promote diversity and acceptance internally and externally as the core to its business success. Speakers during the event are: Greg Fontus - Lead Consultant for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Proactive Talent Seema Daryanani - Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader at Google Marissa Huang - Head of Talent at Playground Global ... If you have any questions concerning attracting, hiring and retaining talent, please contact Proactive Talent. https://proactivetalent.com/contact-us --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
What is the story behind your business? If you have one, does it need improving? If you do not have one, why not? In today's world of business, how people perceive your company is more crucial than ever. In this episode of TribePod, Jim Stroud sits down business storytelling coach - Christopher Bartley. In their discussion, the impact of storytelling in leadership & business is discussed. Also, why is User Experience (UX) design so misunderstood? Plus, Jim sings an old song. Figure out who the original artist was and win... nothing. Yes, this is an episode you do not want to miss. ABOUT OUR GUEST Christopher Bartley is a UX designer and storytelling strategist that helps professionals elegantly show and tell what they do and why they do it. He is the founder of The Bartley Group, which positions healthcare leaders to acquire more patients, deliver engaging presentations, and build executive trust with teams. Christopher believes there are three types of stories—the stories you tell yourself, the stories you tell your company, and the stories you tell your clients. He believes that these personal, executive, and brand stories give clarity, persuasion, and buy-in for leaders who care about their patients and organizations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Is Pierre Quinn destined to be the next great American President? Brittany King and Jim Stroud speculate as much after hearing Quinn share lessons in leadership. Tune in to hear information that will shift your paradigms and inspire you to live your best life today. ABOUT OUR GUEST Pierre Quinn is a speaker, leadership coach, consultant who focuses on helping others to assess their strengths, understand organizational culture, and foster the relationships that lead to personal and professional transformation. As a gifted communicator and engaging storyteller the most frequently asked question is, “When can Pierre come back?” For nearly a decade Pierre taught college students the fundamental principles of communication, interpersonal relationships, team building, and leadership. His classroom experience granted him opportunities to train and inspire leaders across the country. Pierre is the author of Leading While Green: How Emerging Leaders Can Ripen Into Effective Leaders and Leading While Scared: How To Find The Courage To Keep Going. He is the CEO of The Cardell Group, LLC, a consulting firm which focuses on growing leaders and empowering teams of all sizes. Pierre holds graduate degrees in communication and theology from Andrews University and a certificate in Executive Leadership from Howard University. More about Pierre's work can be found at pierrecquinn.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/pierrequinn Facebook: www.facebook.com/MrPierreQuinn Instagram: www.instagram.com/pierrequinn --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Brittany King interviews the inspirational - Hannah Olson on how the workplace can benefit from disabled workers. ABOUT OUR GUEST Hannah Olson is the founder and CEO of Chronically Capable, a digital talent marketplace that connects chronically ill and disabled jobseekers to flexible job opportunities. Hannah's own experience navigating her career while undergoing intensive treatment for Lyme disease sparked the idea for her company, which was founded in May 2019. Hannah is known globally for her invisible disability advocacy and was recently named Top 100 Powerful Women of 2020 by Entrepreneur Magazine. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
A conversation about the recent controversy over at Basecamp morphed into an intense debate over employer brand and what makes for a unique work culture in this post pandemic world? Eventually, we ran on a tangent of diversity as we asked ourselves, "Do companies really care about diversity or is it all an exercise in virtue signaling?" After this virtual watercooler conversation began to escalate, we thought it would make for a very good podcast and so. here we are. Tune in to listen to a very robust conversation on employer brand, company culture and woke politics in the office that is likely being mirrored in companies all over the world today. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Courtney Lane interviews Laura Dribin on outcome management strategies. What should you change first? What should you look at last? What do you do when you don't want to change? These insights are explored in this episode of TribePod. ABOUT OUR GUEST Laura Dribin, CEO & Founder, Peritius Consulting, Inc. Chicago Laura is CEO and founder of Peritius Consulting, Inc., a premier niche consulting firm specializing exclusively in Outcome Management, our approach to strategic program and project management services. Peritius serves Fortune 1000 clients by helping them realize their strategic objectives and providing subject matter expertise in the discipline of delivery. Since its founding in 1989, Peritius has gained a reputation for providing time and cost effective results to our clients. More importantly, Peritius strives to be a trusted advisor by focusing on accountability for results. We don't succeed unless we have met your strategic objectives. Prior to founding the company, Laura worked as a Big Five management consultant and for Microsoft Corporation. With more than 25 years of experience, she has honed her skills to provide results by bringing the hands-on leadership necessary to guide project teams through complex initiatives and to help organizations develop and improve their project management competency. Laura has positioned quality and innovation as cornerstones of Peritius. She has been on the forefront of finding new ways to fine tune the art of delivery. Laura has shown that delivery can be successful for even the most chaotic, challenging initiatives. She is known for her practical approach to problem solving, and is a firm believer that any project can be successfully delivered with the right mix of mechanics and soft skills. She has been a featured speaker about project, program, and portfolio management for many international, national and local organizations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Our first Jobcast episode was so popular that we were encouraged to create this sequel. In this episode we discuss the duties, projects and benefits of being an on demand recruiter at Proactive Talent. Tune in to hear about a great opportunity and perhaps, learn about your next career move. Careers at Proactive Talent https://proactivetalent.com/careers What is ODR? https://proactivetalent.com/what-is-odr --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Courtney Lane interviews Dale rose, a nationally recognized expert in leadership development, 360 Feedback and assessment-based human resources solutions. 360 Feedback is likely something you have experienced in corporate environments. However, the way organizations implement the assessment might be less than optimum. So, what is the best way to give and receive 360 feedback? Find out here. ABOUT DALE ROSE As an advisor to senior leaders for over 20 years, Dale S. Rose brings a deep expertise in organizational and individual effectiveness to his coaching. He coaches leaders to achieve their goals by focusing them on practical behaviors that generate tangible results. The best leaders articulate a compelling organizational vision and create a high performance culture that allows employees to achieve that vision. To attain these goals, leaders who work with Dale learn to communicate with impact, engage employees, empower their team, and inspire their peers. Dale is particularly adept at getting leaders to understand and accept difficult feedback using assessments of personality, workstyles, and behavioral 360 Feedback. He helps leaders see a path for improvement on their highest priorities and then holds them accountable to their goals for change. Dale works primarily with C-suite leaders and boards of directors. He has extensive experience working with leaders navigating role transitions. Transitions such as entering a new role, preparing for a promotion, or adapting to major organizational change pose significant challenges to even the best leaders. Dale focuses on the critical shifts in behavior and job requirements that will help leaders adapt. To make a big transition successfully, leaders must level up their own capacities efficiently, focusing on the most important skills and responsibilities, without getting caught up in what was needed in the past. Additionally, understanding the shifts in expectations of key stakeholders is essential to leaders trying to make a significant change in their roles, responsibilities, and sphere of influence. Dr. Rose co-founded 3D Group in 1994 in Chicago, Illinois. He is an expert in leadership development and organizational effectiveness and has authored over a dozen commercial assessments for identifying and developing talent. Dr. Rose's coaching clients have come from a wide range of companies including Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Brown and Toland Physicians, DoCoMo Laboratories, Fiserv, GE Digital, GlobalScape, Irvine Companies, Juniper Networks, NORCAL Mutual Insurance Co., PwC, Samuel Merritt University, Service Master, Singulex, Stanford University, and Teach for America. He received his Doctoral degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Chicago's DePaul University with a minor in Organizational Effectiveness Technologies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
The Covid pandemic changed the world in 2020 and has made an impact on so many things, background screening among them. With so many companies relying on remote recruiting, remote interviewing and completely on remote hiring, background screening takes on a greater significance. Courtney Lane discusses the new trends in background checks with Ken Schnee, the General Manager of the Technology, Media, Entertainment, and Hospitality group of Sterling, a leading provider of background and identity services. ABOUT OUR GUEST Ken Schnee is the General Manager of the Technology, Media, Entertainment, and Hospitality group of Sterling, a leading provider of background and identity services. With over 10 years of experience in the talent industry, he brings extensive expertise in sales, operations, and technological innovation. Prior to his current role, Ken held several leadership posts at Sterling, including Reginal Director of Sales, Vice President of Solution Consulting, and Head of Client Operations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Brittany King interviews Greg Fontus. Greg recently joined the Proactive Talent tribe and we are super excited to have him. Yay! Greg Fontus Bio Greg Fontus has over 10 years' worth of knowledge and experience challenging and empowering others to be inclusively excellent. As a sought-after diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategist, trainer, thought leader, and motivator he has made it a mission to inspire and impact others to be positive agents of social change in order to create environments where all people matter and belong regardless of identity. Greg demonstrates exceptional communication skills due to an extensive public speaking and presentation experience to all age demographics, ethnicities, and professional levels. His ability to build trusting relationships, enthuse, and strategize towards practical business solutions and life applications has proven to be an invaluable asset to both organizations and people. Greg's working style is energetic, anecdotal, learner-focused, conscientious, social-justice oriented, and memorable as he desires to not just help others improve their knowledge levels, but to also exude confidence in their willingness and ability to apply what they've learned. He is the CEO and Principal Consultant of The Fontus Experience, LLC., a diversity and inclusion firm which focuses on growing leaders and empowering teams and organizations of all sizes to work towards becoming inclusively excellent. Greg holds graduate degrees from the University of South Florida in Curriculum Instruction and from Vanderbilt University in Divinity. He also holds DEI certifications as a Cook Ross Unconscious Bias Trainer, a Green Dots Bystander Intervention Trainer, and a National Coalition Building Institute Trainer.As someone dedicated to the work of inclusion, equity, justice, and advocacy, Greg has accepted as his personal call to action the words of civil rights leader Rev. James Lawson who stated: “We are citizens of a country that does not yet exist. It is our duty to usher that country into existence.” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
The uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 pandemic has not stunted the growth of the agile recruitment processing outsourcing company – Proactive Talent who has made several key hires, launched new advisory services and acquired a multitude of new clients. With this growth comes the need to hire more staff. This podcast shares the opportunities Proactive Talent is currently hiring for, gives insight into its unique culture and reveals where Proactive Talent will be in the future. Tune in today to hear about the job you may be hired for tomorrow. Links related to this podcast: Careers at Proactive Talent https://proactivetalent.com/careers The Proactive Talent Blog https://blog.proactivetalent.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
New and amended employment laws seem to be constantly on the rise in the United States, and 2021 will be no different. Employers must stay current with these new regulations or possibly face substantial liability through employee lawsuits and agency charges. With this in mind, Jim Stroud interviews Paul Kramer – Director of Compliance at WorkForce Software – to discuss what businesses should know about compliance and employment laws at the outset of 2021. Jim Stroud also laments the absence of Courtney Lane who does a better interviewing job than him. Tune in for a special episode. Some questions asked: # Can companies legally compel employees to take a vaccination shot? # Can companies compel their employees not to discuss politics in the office? # Any cautionary tales on companies who do not take compliance seriously? # Why hire employees if you can't trust them? (Referring to companies buying employee surveillance tools.) Links related to this podcast: Proactive Talent - https://www.proactivetalent.com Workforce Software - https://www.workforcesoftware.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
COVID-19 has forever changed how corporate America functions and the workplace will never be the same. A new research study from Barco, provides insight into what employees want in shaping the future workplace. People are aching to get back to the office. The numbers don't lie: the initial novelty of working from home has vanished, and business results are suffering. According to the study, 49% enjoy working from home less than they did at the start of the pandemic, and nearly 60% of office workers saying that lack of face-to-face interaction with colleagues is the main cause of poor collaboration and connectivity at work. This study truly taps into the mind of the global workforce and how they are currently feeling about a return to work. Going forward, a redesign of where we work, how we work and the space in which we work is required. In this episode of TribePod, Courtney Lane interviews Lieven Bertier of Barco to discuss the research and give additional insight. Links related to this podcast: Lieven Bertier, Segment Marketing Director Workplace at Barco https://j.mp/3spYRDq “Employees, ready to return to the office, want to see a redesign for better hybrid meetings” https://j.mp/2Ntl8BL Tribe TV: The Future of Work is the Hybrid Office https://j.mp/3qVuxAw --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Courtney Lane interviews Mark Heydt, author of "Rescuing the Corporate Exhausted Hero". Mark is focused on helping leaders truly elevate their leadership from exhaustion to being a strategic leader. He focuses on coaching leaders to delegate effectively so they can focus on creating vision, influencing change proactively, and coaching their teams. ABOUT MARK HEYDT Mark Heydt is the Chief Learning Officer and Founder of Game Plan Leader, LLC. An experienced speaker, published author, and entrepreneur, Mark has held senior level positions leading the strategy and execution of talent development, talent management, talent acquisition, and talent engagement at large companies including Target, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, DCP Midstream, and Sports Authority. Now as a consultant, he has added experience in healthcare, manufacturing, marketing, tech services, government, media, and financial services. Mark's passion is to eliminate exhaustion from the corporate world. This can be achieved by elevating leaders into true strategic leadership roles from their individual contributor roles. As an International Coach Federation certified coach, Mark has experience coaching many C-suite executives, divisional leaders, entrepreneurs, and middle managers. Mark's clients consistently praise his positive energy and his ability to develop a collaborative and strategic environment. His programs create actionable game plans that deliver results. His clients also say that his extensive corporate experience provides relevant situational examples that helps gain the trust from both executives and program participants. Mark has a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Indiana University and a Master's in Organizational Development & Training from the University of Denver. Contact Mark Heydt via his website: www.MarkHeydt.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode of TribePod, the History of RPO (recruitment process outsourcing) and its Future is discussed with Steve O'Brien - President of Talent Solutions at Job.com and Will Staney - CEO of Proactive Talent. ABOUT STEVE O'BRIEN Steve O'Brien serves as President, of Talent Solution at Job.com and specializes in global high volume Talent Acquisition and artificial intelligence for Talent Acquisition processes. Steve has lead global recruitment for number fortune 100 organizations in including IBM and UnitedHealtGroup, deliver over 50,000 specialized hires a year. He additionally holds two patents for his work in the areas of machine learning for recruitment and automated recruitment marketing optimization. Prior to joining Job.com, Steve served as Vice President of Talent Fusion with digital recruitment leader Monster.com and has over fifteen years of diversified recruitment experience. He began his career in agency search, boutique retained projects and global Recruitment Process Outsourcing before selecting the interection of technology and talent acquisition as his focus. Steve holds a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from The Pennsylvania State University. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Courtney Lane interviews Josh Miramant. ABOUT JOSH MIRAMANT Josh Miramant is the CEO and founder of Blue Orange Digital, a data science and machine learning agency with offices in New York City and Washington DC. Miramant is a popular keynote speaker, futurist, and a strategic business & technology advisor to enterprise companies and startups. He is a serial entrepreneur and software engineer that has built and scaled 3 startups. He helps organizations optimize and automate their businesses, implement data-driven analytic techniques, and understand the implications of new technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, and the Internet of Things. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Courtney Lane interviews Bob Ryan and Keith Goudy. ABOUT BOB RYAN Robert J. (Bob) Ryan, a global business leader, is an Executive Advisor at Shields Meneley Partners. Bob's career has included key leadership roles with companies ranging from $500M to $84B that include Procter & Gamble, Tate and Lyle, Bombardier Recreation Products, Kimball Hill Homes and Griffith Laboratories. Born in Montreal, Canada, Bob began his career as a manufacturing engineer after graduating from Carleton University in Ottawa, and McGill University in Montreal with a degree in mechanical/aeronautical engineering. He quickly developed a reputation for bringing the right people together to address issues, guiding creative problem solving, and ensuring successful outcomes. When approached by his CEO, he “jumped at the chance” to lead strategic human capital initiatives that directly impacted the bottom line. His career progressed rapidly as he took on – and resolved — complex problems in global organizations. He is known as a gifted listener and go-to-coach for all levels in an organization. He has been described as “captain of the team, a master of common sense and the last guy off the ice.” Bob has served on the Boards of the British American Business Council, the Northwest Cultural Council, and the Human Resource Management Association of Chicago. He has also been on boards representing economic development, education, and the arts. Bob is also a graduate of the Hudson Institute Coaching Program and a member of the International Coach Federation. As an Executive Advisor Bob focuses on building strategic business partnerships and expanding service offerings to top leadership teams around the world. ... ABOUT KEITH GOUDY Keith joined the firm in 1997 and has over 15 years of experience in executive assessment, succession planning and leadership development. In recent years, his focus has been on helping clients create winning strategies for building and managing their leadership benchstrength. His passion and expertise lie in helping individuals prepare to get to the next level of leadership, and helping organizations select and develop world class management teams. Keith works with privately held firms as well as public corporations, representing diverse industries including energy, utilities, manufacturing and healthcare. Keith completed his undergraduate education at Pennsylvania State University and received his Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from DePaul University in Chicago. He has authored articles, and presents at management conferences in the areas of talent management and leadership development. He manages the Assessment Practice at Vantage. Keith likes to spend time with his family and hopes his two young, wonderful children will learn to enjoy skiing out west and playing golf. He loves music and literature, landscaping, and the Philadelphia Eagles. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode of TribePod, Courtney Lane interviews Robin Paggi. Robin Paggi brings years of experience as a human resource practitioner and trainer to her role as Training Coordinator at Worklogic HR Legal Solutions, which allows her to provide clients with advice and training based upon her real-world experiences. Robin's area of expertise is in training, and she creates and delivers workshops on topics such as harassment, communication, teambuilding, supervisory skills, and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. Contact Robin Paggi via LinkedIn or VensureHR. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Courtney Lane interviews Ken Silber. Ken is a senior channel account manager at The Predictive Index, the talent optimization leader. With 25 years of sales, marketing, partnership, and talent optimization expertise, he leads a team of partner activation managers and specialists who work directly with PI Certified Partners to help them realize their full potential. Ken lives in the Chicago area with his wife, two girls and a Labradoodle. In his free time, he's an avid skier, poker player and certified soccer coach. .. And check out these free resources from Proactive Talent: # Ebook: Twitter Search Strings for Recruiters Looking for Work https://j.mp/2CC9IWD # Are you thinking of buying new #HRTech? You need this! > Recruitment Marketing Platform Comparison Template https://buff.ly/3jgsYYX # Is your startup in growth mode? You need this > PDF: Recruiting Process for Startups https://buff.ly/35fbngt # “Calculating the total cost of your employer branding efforts can be time-consuming and frustrating. We took out the hard part and developed a free, downloadable Employer Brand Budget Template that will save you hours of work.” https://buff.ly/36FJEFh --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode of TribePod, Courtney Lane interviews Ray Ellin. The world of standup comedy has shut down because of COVID-19, but that hasn't stopped one comedian from earning a living. Ray Ellin is a comedian, host, producer, and writer, and is the founder of Comedy Cloud (www.ComedyCloud.co). He produces live, interactive, Zoom-run, online comedy shows for companies and non-profits. His service is right on time for companies looking how to solve the holiday party problem for 2020. Ray is also executive producer of Comedy Central's This Week at the Comedy Cellar, which recently wrapped its third season, and he is the owner of Aruba Ray's Comedy Club (www.arubacomedy.com) on the island of Aruba. But Ray's current specialty is performing live for employees and interacting with them in real time—bringing a bit of the live comedy show back into the lives of many people who are missing it in lockdown. Ray caters each show to each company and audience (all female comedians for a women-run organization, all Italians for an Italian-American charity group, etc.). But whatever the bent of the office, he makes sure his show motivates employees and improves company morale. ... And check out these free resources from Proactive Talent: # Ebook: Twitter Search Strings for Recruiters Looking for Work https://j.mp/2CC9IWD # Are you thinking of buying new #HRTech? You need this! > Recruitment Marketing Platform Comparison Template https://buff.ly/3jgsYYX # Is your startup in growth mode? You need this > PDF: Recruiting Process for Startups https://buff.ly/35fbngt # “Calculating the total cost of your employer branding efforts can be time-consuming and frustrating. We took out the hard part and developed a free, downloadable Employer Brand Budget Template that will save you hours of work.” https://buff.ly/36FJEFh --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
During a virtual lunch at Proactive Talent, our conversation veered from what we were eating, to our kids and finally on how companies can best work with a Consultant. Tune in and hear a very candid conversation that is highly relevant to businesses and consultants alike. And check out these free resources from Proactive Talent: # Ebook: Twitter Search Strings for Recruiters Looking for Work https://j.mp/2CC9IWD # Are you thinking of buying new #HRTech? You need this! > Recruitment Marketing Platform Comparison Template https://buff.ly/3jgsYYX # Is your startup in growth mode? You need this > PDF: Recruiting Process for Startups https://buff.ly/35fbngt # “Calculating the total cost of your employer branding efforts can be time-consuming and frustrating. We took out the hard part and developed a free, downloadable Employer Brand Budget Template that will save you hours of work.” https://buff.ly/36FJEFh --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Courtney Lane interviews Jennifer Thornton. Jennifer has developed her expertise in Talent Strategy & Leadership Professional Development over her exciting 20+ year career as an HR Professional. She's led international teams across Greater China, Mexico, the U.K., and the U.S. to expand into new markets, managing franchise retailers, and developing key strategic partnerships - all while exceeding business objectives and financial results. The rapid growth of her consulting firm 304 Coaching has been largely due to Jennifer's unconventional approach to building innovative workforce development solutions for companies who are facing breakthrough growth and accelerated hiring patterns. She is a sought-after business strategist, specializing in startups and large value-based organizations. She assists her clients in building talent strategies that complement their business strategies to ensure exponential growth. She lives in Texas with her family and rescues. In her free time, she enjoys reading, historic preservation, remodeling her lake home, and spending time with friends. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
Robert Mather, CEO Pre-Employ.com mather@pre-employ.com Robert Mather has worked as a private investigator for some of the world's largest corporations and the individuals who made them. Whether it's corporate harassment investigations, background checks, or personal investigations, Robert exposes the tools and methodologies used to formulate fact-based and unbiased results. He is also the founder of one of the leading background check companies in the United States, Pre-employ.com Founded in 1994, Pre-employ.com strives to deliver the best possible pre-employment screening experience. Our speed, pricing and 100% US-based customer service team have contributed to us continuously being recognized as one of the top leading background check companies. We are also proudly Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) accredited. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
In this episode, Courtney Lane interviews Matt Kaiser. Matt is a consultant and thought leader in the talent acquisition and employer brand space. Most recently, Matt worked as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta – one of the nation's leading pediatric healthcare systems and consistently ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by Fortune magazine. With the support of a strong team, Matt evolved and optimized the recruitment platform at Children's to produce record numbers in hiring, quality and efficiency. Prior to working at Children's, Matt helped reshape talent acquisition at Ericsson, the world's leading provider of communications technology and services, operating in 180 countries and employing more than 100,000 people. In his five years with Ericsson, Matt lived in both Australia and Singapore. He drove innovation in the employer branding, sourcing and recruitment strategy for Ericsson regionally and globally. In his past experience as a senior strategy consultant with a U.S. recruitment communications firm, Matt helped leading organizations implement innovative employer branding and digital strategies to attract top talent. Matt is a graduate of The Florida State University. He is an author and featured industry speaker at international HR events. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/proactivetalent/message
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