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Holly Wainwright finds Laurie Anderson’s three rules for life inspiring. Em Vernem finds them embarrassing - so cue a generational war in today’s episode. Plus, The Guardian has named the five types of people ruining conversations, from the serial monologuer to the trauma dumper. Holly, Jessie and Em have met every one of them, and one is hated more than the rest. Also, Jessie has found a recruiter who says to never walk into a job interview holding this one diverse item. We debate whether its a fair accessory or a power play. And, the New York Times ranks the 100 best TV shows of the century and we have all your reccos for the long weekend. Recommendations Holly recommends How To Be Hopeful by Caitlin Moran Jessie recommends Vinted for all your second hand shopping. Em recommends the new movie Digger with Tom Cruise. Keen for more? Check out the Mamamia Out Loud newsletter. The You Beauty hosts have bundled together their all-time favourite beauty products and two Mamamia subscribers are winning the lot. Subscribe to Mamamia to be automatically entered to win. Current subscriber? You're already in the draw. T&Cs apply. Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: "A Little Bit Gay" & "I Would Never Have Forgotten My Drugs": The Internet's Hunter Biden Obsession Listen: The 'Cornell 7' Snapchat Messages & Can We Talk About This Exercise Trend? Listen: The Victoria Beckham C-word Investigation Listen: A School Holiday Reckoning & The 'Wifecore' Queen of the VMAs Listen: What Makes You Rich & Do I Have ‘Ferritin Face’? Listen: Is It Just Us, Or Does Everyone Sound Exactly The Same? Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media You can now watch our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and we can't wait for you to see Mamamia Out Loud on Apple What to read: The 5 questions to ask instead of making small talk. 'Your coffee order tells me everything I need to know about you.' 'I thought I'd aced the job interview. Then I realised I failed a hidden test.' 'I'm a TV reviewer. Here are the best shows you may have missed lately.' THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens & Emily Vernem Acting Group Executive Producer: Georgie Page Executive Producer: Keeshia Pettit Video Producer: Matt Perry Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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814 hours. That's how much extra care two full time working parents of primary schoolers need to find every year to cover the gap between school hours, school holidays and the working week. We discuss Georgie Dent’s speech that just about every parent shared last week.Should you pay a friend back for a cup of coffee? One writer argues nobody should ask a friend to pay them back for anything under $15. Also, Taylor Swift seems to have entered her ‘wife’ era. She has some new songs out, she’s proudly shouting about who her husband is but we somehow end this segment shouting about joint tax returns.And, Kylie Minogue took over the AFL Grand Final with a bunch of other iconic Australian musos. As incredible as Kylie was, it was also the moment that Holly realised she had a parenting fail. The You Beauty hosts have bundled together their all-time favourite beauty products and two Mamamia subscribers are winning the lot. Subscribe to Mamamia to be automatically entered to win. Current subscriber? You're already in the draw. T&Cs apply. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: What Makes You Rich & Do I Have ‘Ferritin Face’? Listen: Is It Just Us, Or Does Everyone Sound Exactly The Same? Listen: Ed Sheeran’s Disastrous Tour & The Return Of That Celebrity Sex Rumour Listen: Meghan’s ‘Hi Moms’ & Harry’s Favourite Uncle Enters The Chat Listen: King Charles' Four Damning Words & The Patrick Clancy Mistake Listen: The Signs You’re More Attractive Than You Think & The Donkey Steps Hack Listen: The Story That Changed Our Mind About Commercial Surrogacy Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. Check out the Mamamia Out Loud newsletter. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media You can now watch our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and we can't wait for you to see Mamamia Out Loud on Apple What to read: It's been 6 weeks since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married. We've finally heard from them. You know what, I don't think we deserve to see Taylor's dress. Kylie Minogue broke up with Michael Hutchence. Then he got down on the floor and cried. Georgie Dent just said the quiet thing about being a working mum out loud. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ed Sheeran spoke out on stage, and I get into whether it really moves the needle. Then: the new Taylor Swift clues that have Swifties convinced something's dropping at the VMAs, and Jay-Z and Colin Kaepernick's very public back-and-forth about who really sold out. Let's get into it.Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspodhttps://queenthings.substack.com/Join the conversation:TikTok -@queenthingspod, @iam_kjmillerYouTube - www.youtube.com/@iamkjmillerIG:@kjmillerGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/200570826-kj-millerReferences:Meredith Masony's TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thats_inappropriate/video/7684044100189965599?_r=1&_t=ZT-99mVa2LOWmUEd Sheeran's Opening Speech in Philadelphia:https://www.tiktok.com/@miraquetevi/video/7687426998360231199?_r=1&_t=ZT-99wpeWEcKdSEd Sheeran's Closing Speech in Philadelphia:https://www.tiktok.com/@bridgetgoes/video/7687462005648788749?_r=1&_t=ZT-99wpgf01tUMThe Taylor Explainer:https://www.tiktok.com/@thetaylorexplainerTaylor Swift's Website:https://www.taylorswift.com/read-my-letter/Taylor's videos on Spotify:https://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-09-16/taylor-swift-music-videos-catalog-spotify/Nikki's TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@nikkiking23/video/7688066826592341261?_r=1&_t=ZT-99wpchvQk85The Perilous Fight, By Colin Kaepernick:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/colin-kaepernick/the-perilous-fight/9781538777879/Colin Kaepernick Interview with Time Magazine:https://www.tiktok.com/@time/video/7686572560879766798?_r=1&_t=ZT-99wphD4SuHGIced Coffee at Job Interviews:https://www.tiktok.com/@caitlinrecruiter/video/7686166507759455501?_r=1&_t=ZT-99wooBlnFYDMy Take on Iced Coffee at Job Interviews:https://www.tiktok.com/@iam_kjmiller/video/7688000241294937357Blood Over Bright Haven, by M.L. Wang:https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/755073/blood-over-bright-haven-by-m-l-wang/
The world has been captivated.....(okay not everyone) by this conversation that splits generations. How to act during a job interview. What are the proper protocols? Vineeta asked well known recruiter, "Minnesota Headhunter," Paul DeBettignies on the WCCO Morning News.
The world has been captivated.....(okay not everyone) by this conversation that splits generations. How to act during a job interview. What are the proper protocols? Vineeta asked well known recruiter, "Minnesota Headhunter," Paul DeBettignies on the WCCO Morning News.
Scott and Wes dig into a listener mailbag full of AI questions: how to bill freelance work when the tools make you faster, whether coding still matters in interviews, and if the AI bubble is about to pop. Plus sandboxing your agents, managing block-based CMS chaos, and what it takes to leave a stable job when you're risk averse. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:09 Freelance Billing in the Age of AI: Who Gets the Speed Savings? 04:33 Value Based Pricing and Leveling Up Your Skills 06:37 Will Writing Code Become Irrelevant in Job Interviews? Ghostty, Superlogical Better Auth 11:05 Finding Human Answers in a Sea of AI Slop 14:57 Trust and Community Are the New Currency 15:49 Nobody Watches Conference Talks Anymore AI Engineer 18:18 Is the AI Bubble Going to Pop? The AI Bubble Survives on $1.65 Trillion in Hidden Debt 24:07 Where Is All the Software AI Was Supposed to Build? 26:19 AI Fatigue: When All You Do Is Review Code True Cost of AI Coding 30:03 Managing Large Block Based CMS Systems Fimo Sanity 38:57 Taking the Leap: Leaving a Stable Job as a Risk Averse Dev 43:45 Sandboxing Your Agents Instead of Running YOLO Mode CJ's Video: Every Developer Should Know This Docker 45:38 Will AI Companies Fingerprint and Ad Target You? Colemak Web Audio API Brave on X 49:36 Labeling YouTube Exclusive Episodes for Podcast Listeners 52:16 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs Sick Picks Scott: Sandpaper Pads, Jellyfin, Apps2Samsung Wes: Hisense TV Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X Instagram YouTube Threads
Send us Fan MailThe job market is brutal, interviews are getting longer and cheekier, and too many of us are trying to hold everything together while quietly running on empty. We're back, and we start with the real reasons people disappear: burnout, change, family life, and the pressure of masking when you're neurodivergent and “high functioning”. I talk about what it looks like to prioritise the urgent, protect your privacy, and rebuild momentum without pretending it's easy.Then we get into career strategy for the UK job market in crisis. I share why this doesn't feel like a generalist market anymore, how to specialise without trapping yourself, and why learning and development has to sit with you, not your employer. We also talk internal mobility, gatekeeping, pay compression, and the rise of ridiculous multi-stage interviews. There's a story in here that proves a point: when you set boundaries and you're willing to walk away, employers suddenly remember how to make an offer, and you can negotiate from strength.We zoom out to power and culture too: Ed Sheeran, Macklemore, Palestine, and why “I don't do politics” can land as hypocrisy when you've used your platform before. We challenge the return of Ali G, the recycling of racist caricatures as “nostalgia”, and how that mess shows up later as workplace “banter”. We cover Target's tone-deaf costume scandal, the Cambridge review into Professor Jason Arday's death and the UK press, and we end on a big ownership question with the Dangote Refinery IPO and what it could mean for African wealth and retail investors.If you got something from this, subscribe, share it with your group chats, and leave a review so more people can find the podcast. What boundary are you setting this week?Sponsorships - Email me: hello@toyatalks.comTikTok: toya_washington Twitter: @toya_w (#ToyaTalksPodcast) Snapchat: @toyawashington Instagram: @toya_washington & @toya_talkshttps://toyatalks.com/Music (Intro and Outro) Written and created by Nomadic StarStationary Company: Sistah ScribbleInstagram: @sistahscribbleWebsite: www.sistahscribble.com Email: hello@sistahscribble.com
“The ability to handle yourself in interviews and other high-pressure situations can make the difference in getting the job and achieving your goals.”A successful interview is more than answering questions well. It's an opportunity to communicate what sets you apart and demonstrate the value you can bring. Preparation, structure, and storytelling can help you do that with confidence. In this Quick Thinks episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Matt Abrahams and communication teacher Laura Joyce Davis share strategies for preparing for job interviews. From identifying what differentiates you to structuring answers and telling memorable stories, they explain how to present your experience with clarity while staying authentic and human.Takeaways:Preparation makes confidence easier. Identifying what sets you apart and stockpiling stories, examples, and evidence helps you answer questions clearly while staying present in the moment.Structure turns experience into a stronger answer. Frameworks like “What? So what? Now what?” help you connect your skills and experiences directly to what matters to the interviewer.Activity:Build your interview bank. Create a simple bank of three strengths you want an interviewer to remember. Under each, add one story, piece of evidence, or testimonial that proves it. Use the bank to quickly assemble relevant answers rather than memorizing responses to individual questions.Episode Reference Links:Laura Joyce DavisThink Fast Talk Smart Learning CommunityConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:56) - Preparing for Your Interview (03:37) - Structuring Your Answers (05:02) - The ADD Framework (07:51) - Practicing for the Interview (09:16) - Storytelling That Stands Out (10:39) - Conflict, Beats, and Transformation (14:28) - The One-Minute Story Exercise (15:32) - The Importance of Pre-Work (16:45) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.With Hiring Pro, you can hire with confidence, knowing you're getting the best talent for your needs. Get started by posting your job for free at linkedin.com/fastJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be.
Coming in at #4 on our Top 12 Listener Favorites is How to Discuss Time Off in Job Interviews, and this proves just how much the landscape has shifted. If asking about time off in an interview has ever made your palms sweat, consider this your reset. Time off conversations are about figuring out whether this company actually supports the life you want to live.
Pags asks the question that still doesn't have a simple answer: Who actually controls the Strait of Hormuz, and is it really open? With the midterms just 90 days away, Trump's approval numbers slipping and Democrats increasingly unified in their attacks on Republicans, Pags argues the Iran conflict needs an endgame. He brings you the biggest moments from President Trump's Oval Office remarks, explains why he trusts the president but isn't buying the idea that America has 100% control of the Strait, and asks what changed if Iran is suddenly getting anything from the United States. Pags also reacts to reports that Trump wants Iran to compensate victims of its attacks. Then the show takes a wild turn: helicopter parents are apparently showing up to their adult children's JOB INTERVIEWS. Pags says absolutely not, the crew weighs in, and listeners flood the phones for a hilarious debate over whether it's finally time for parents to CUT THE CORD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're diving into the disturbing case of a Bell police officer who used his badge to track his ex-girlfriend's new man and now faces three and a half years behind bars. On the Homie Helpline, we get a heartbreaking update from Randy, who is still carrying a promise ring in his wallet while his "single" ex hits the party scene in Downey. We also roast Mario Lopez for an "AI hot dog video" featuring his niece that has the internet calling him "weird and creepy.", Plus, we break down why the pumpkin spice latte is returning way too early and the bizarre trend of Gen Z bringing their parents to job interviews. Because Don't You Know I'm Local, we're investigating why some parents are actually negotiating their adult children's salaries! [Edited by @iamdyre
Dirk und Sujeevan unterhalten sich über die Erfahrung von Job-Interviews auf Arbeitgeberseite, die persönliche Weiterentwicklung und schnellen Entscheidungen.
Die Kriege in der Welt, das Job-Interview oder nur die Spinne im Bad: Uns allen macht irgendwas Angst. Felix und Mik haben mit euch über eure großen und kleinen Ängste gesprochen und euch gefragt: Wie geht ihr damit um?
Argh, cringe! Alle paar Wochen liegst du nachts wach und denkst an diesen peinlichen Moment - beim ersten Date, oder beim Job-Interview, oder bei der Party. In Heunchens Eckkneipe habt ihr eure peinlichsten Stories ausgepackt!
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Most home service companies do not have a lead problem. They have a missed-call problem. In this episode of Service Business Mastery, Tersh Blissett and Joshua Crouch sit down with Chris Nelson, Senior Manager of Vertical Marketing at CallRail, to talk about why home service leads disappear, how missed calls turn into lost revenue, and what contractors can do to better understand what is happening inside their call flow. This conversation is not just about answering the phone faster. It is about understanding where your leads come from, how they move through your business, and where good opportunities get lost before they ever turn into booked jobs. Chris breaks down how call tracking, call routing, CRM integrations, AI voice assistants, and conversation intelligence can help contractors see the real story behind their marketing spend and customer calls. They also discuss: Why missed calls are one of the most expensive leaks in a home service business How call routing helps contractors get the right calls to the right people Why attribution is harder now that homeowners use Google, social media, AI search, referrals, and other touchpoints before calling How AI voice assistants can support CSR teams with overflow, after-hours calls, and basic call handling Why call data and conversation intelligence help owners coach their teams and make smarter marketing decisions If you are spending money on marketing but still missing calls, losing track of leads, or struggling to understand which channels are actually creating revenue, this episode will help you see why better call visibility matters. Timestamps 00:00 Pre-show conversations with Chris 04:11 Introducing Voice Assist for Contractors 06:40 Integrating AI in Job Interviews 12:48 Introducing ChatGPT integration with Call Rail 15:18 Understanding Data and Attribution 18:18 Troubleshooting marketing and spending issues 23:07 Boosting Average Repair Tickets 26:08 Managing customer service team 27:07 Managing Incoming Calls and Coverage 31:32 Training and fine-tuning voice assistants 35:12 Using AI for data analysis 37:54 Tracking summer special calls 41:08 Home renovation challenges 43:40 Offering product assistance Follow the Host and Guest Tersh Blissett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tershblissett/ Joshua Crouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-crouch/ Chris Nelson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-nelson-205588140/ CallRail: https://www.callrail.com/ Connect with Us • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/service-business-mastery • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/servicebusinessmasterypodcast This episode is kindly powered by: UpFrog: upfrog.com MarketStorm is an AI-powered advertising platform. Results vary by market, budget, and campaign configuration: https://marketstorm.ai/ Get Your 14-Day Free Trial with CallRail!: https://www.callrail.com/sbmpod CompanyCam: https://companycam.com/ Breezy: Capture 25-30% more clients with Breezy AI Agents. Use code "SBM" to book a demo and get $500 on us: https://getbreezyapp.com/schedule-demo PhoneTAP: Your calls hold the key to growing your business. PhoneTAP gives you instant AI analysis, real customer lifetime value, and tools to coach your team. Learn more: phonetap.ai/demo
Job Interviews werden häufig falsch geführt. Gerade erfahrene Sales Manager, Account Executives und Enterprise Sales Professionals präsentieren sich im Vorstellungsgespräch wie in einer Produktdemo. Genau das kostet oft den Job.In dieser Episode erklärt Executive Recruiter Jan Nordh, warum ein Vorstellungsgespräch viel stärker einem erfolgreichen Discovery Call ähnelt als einem klassischen Pitch.Sie erfahren:warum Top-Verkäufer zuerst diagnostizieren statt präsentierenwie Sie ein Interview wie einen Enterprise Sales Deal führenwelche Fragen Hiring Manager wirklich überzeugenwie Sie souverän den nächsten Schritt im Recruiting-Prozess steuernwarum die besten Kandidaten nicht mehr reden, sondern bessere Fragen stellenIdeal für:Enterprise Account ExecutivesSales ManagerRegional Vice Presidents SalesCybersecurity SalesEnterprise Software SalesSaaS SalesAI SalesFührungskräfte im VertriebWenn Sie Ihre Karriere im Enterprise Software-, Cybersecurity- oder AI-Vertrieb auf das nächste Level bringen möchten, liefert Ihnen diese Episode sofort umsetzbare Strategien aus fast 45 Jahren Vertrieb und Executive Search.https://www.nordh.de
Führungskräfte richtig auszuwählen, ist nicht nur eine komplexe Angelegenheit, sondern auch ein Risiko, das sehr schnell sechs- bzw. auch siebenstellig zu quantifizieren ist. Wir als Menschen tendieren dazu, unser Bauchgefühl und unsere Menschenkenntnis zu überschätzen und diese Attitüde auch auf Job-Interviews zu übertragen. Die Wissenschaft spricht eine klare Sprache: Knapp 50 % der Management-Besetzungen stellen sich binnen der ersten 18 Monate als Fehlentscheidung heraus. Es liegt seltener an der fachlichen Einschätzung als an der falschen Vorhersage über die Persönlichkeit des Kandidaten. Welche Fallstricke im Interview auf sozialpsychologischer Grundlage zu beachten sind, behandelt diese Podcast-Episode auf Basis wissenschaftlicher Erkenntnisse und der Erfahrung aus tausenden Job-Interviews auf Top-Management-Ebene. Außerdem erfahren Sie, wie Sie diese typischen heimtückischen Fallstricke umgehen können. Viel Spaß! Shownotes: Ich freue mich auf Ihre Kontaktaufnahme! Für Unternehmen: Treten Sie gerne unverbindlich für Rekrutierungs-Anfragen (Headhunting-Dienstleistung) oder bei Interesse an Management-Diagnostik in Kontakt: dominik.roth@mercuriurval.com Für Führungskräfte: Sie sind auf Jobsuche / in der Neuorientierung: Haben Sie Interesse an mehr Infos zu der 1:1 Anleitung, um im verdeckten Arbeitsmarkt direkt mit Unternehmensentscheidern ins Gespräch zu kommen & zu überzeugen? Klicken Sie gerne hier: https://www.smartsoftskills.de/bewerbungscoaching/executives oder schreiben Sie mir gerne eine E-Mail: dominik.roth@smartsoftskills.de. Kostenfreie Video-Fallstudie für Sie als Führungskraft auf Jobsuche / in der Neuorientierung: https://www.smartsoftskills.de/executives-fallstudie Sie möchten Aufsichtsrat oder Beirat werden? Klicken Sie gerne hier: http://www.smartsoftskills.de/bewerbungscoaching/board (Executives only) -------- Exklusiv für Hochschulabsolventen/-Innen und Young Professionals mit erster Berufserfahrung! 1:1 Anleitung für die perfekte Bewerbung: http://www.smartsoftskills.de/bewerbungscoaching/academic-career-hacks-uebersicht --------- Bei Fragen zu obigen Angeboten können Sie mich gerne auch über LinkedIn kontaktieren. -------- 5️⃣⭐Haben Sie den CEO Career Code schon bewertet? Eine Top-Bewertung motiviert mich, weitere Inhalte zu produzieren. Es dauert nur ein paar Sekunden! Apple-Podcast: Gerne mit 5⭐bewerten und eine Rezension schreiben Spotify: Gerne mit 5⭐bewerten Lassen Sie mich Sie in Ihrer Karriere begleiten! Abonnieren Sie den Podcast, um keine Folge zu verpassen auf Apple-Podcast und Spotify (gerne auf „Folgen" klicken).
From the dancefloor to wearing full Bana 24/7; Dharmveer Singh's journey to Sikhi is one of the most honest, inspiring and relatable stories we've ever heard on this podcast. Born and bred in Edinburgh, Scotland, Dharmveer grew up in a typical Punjabi household, Gurdwara on Sundays, meat on the table, and clubs on the weekends. But something was pulling him in a different direction. A cousin's invitation to a Rehras Sahib class, a moment in a nightclub mirror, and a heart attack at just 38 years old all became turning points on a path that would lead him to Amrit, full Bana, and a life devoted to Waheguru. This is a conversation about faith, identity, family pressure, and what it really means to live as a Gursikh in today's world, told with complete honesty, warmth, and a healthy dose of Scottish humour.IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER: 0:00 Key Moments 2:28 Introduction 6:56 Dharmveer Singh's Background: Growing Up Sikh in Scotland 8:57 Previous Lifestyle: Clubbing & Dancing to Hip-Hop 10:07 Dancing in a Bhangra Music Video on Arthur's Seat 11:19 Drinking & Peer Pressure: Being Transparent 13:17 His Father's Influence: The Principles That Kept Him Grounded 15:07 Keeping His Kes: The Moustache Biting Story 17:12 The Turning Point: A Cousin's Invitation 18:53 Discovering Rehras Sahib: The Sounds That Hit His Soul 20:21 Becoming Vegetarian: A Quiet Sign from Waheguru 24:43 What the Rehras Sahib Classes Really Meant 26:32 Bhatt Sikh Heritage: Who Are the Bhatts & Their Contribution to Gurbani 31:22 Exploring the Path of Sikhi: Karpan, Chola & Walking Out of the Club 41:07 Clubbing & Sikhi: The Mirror Moment That Changed Everything 44:31 Sikhi Is a Journey, Not a Race (Sahaj Pakke So Meetha) 49:40 The Road to Amrit: Being Told He Couldn't Take It Alone 53:57 Love in Sikhi: What Keeps Him in Chardi Kala 58:35 Challenges & Backlash: Being Pulled Off Stage 1:02:19 Wearing Bana 24/7: Job Interview in Full Bana & the Kirpan at Work 1:08:16 Spreading Sikhi: Schools, Police Stations & the Shetland Islands 1:13:13 The Impact of Sikhi: Becoming a Better Version of Himself 1:15:41 Advice for Those Earlier on Their Sikhi Journey 1:18:48 Struggling Through COVID: Losing Sangat & the Gurdwara Closing 1:20:51 Heart Attack at 38 & the Weight Loss Journey 1:27:14 Final Message: Stay in Chardi Kala 1:31:54 Quick Fire Round 1:37:40 Word from the Previous Guest: Shanti 1:38:28 Conclusion If this episode inspired you, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. You never know whose life it could change. Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh
Frontline workforce hiring is important: these are the workers who deliver services, care for patients, and deliver the food or products that we rely on every day. Yet as we look at benchmarks for hiring and retention we see massive variations across companies. In fact the highest-performing companies hire 5-times quicker than others, and also find higher quality candidates! (Speed actually improves your quality of hire…) Nehal Nangia, our lead analyst studying frontline work, explains the complexities. And as you'll hear from Josh Secrest from Paradox, there are massive business implications in time to hire. Interestingly enough, well designed AI platforms for frontline hiring have a massive return on investment. As Nehal explains, frontline hiring is very complicated, and fewer than 25% of companies have figured this out. Lots of room for innovation and AI tools to help! This podcast will open your eyes. Additional Information Powering the Frontline Workforce: How Frontline-First Companies Thrive The Talent Acquisition Revolution: How AI is Transforming Recruiting Why AI Is A Massive Job Creation Technology. Automated Integration. Findem. And Thank You. Insights-First AI: Better and Explainable People Decisions Chapters (00:00:03) - Time to Hire and Quality of Hire(00:02:52) - The Longer Time to Hire(00:07:29) - Time to Hire: The Business Case(00:13:53) - How to Manage AI in Restaurants(00:16:42) - The $64,000 Question(00:18:54) - Is AI Affecting the Job Interview?(00:21:40) - The Future of Managers(00:24:46) - Management Technology: The Problem(00:26:10) - Frontline Workers: Flexibility Is Key(00:30:24) - Good Hires vs. Bad Hires(00:32:05) - Employee retention and break-even points(00:34:54) - Fooling around with React: Explained
Bongani Bingwa and Khabazela unpack the latest viral conversations online, starting with bizarre and memorable job interview experiences inspired by a trending story involving Oreos and interview questions gone wrong. They also explore creative ways people answer the classic “what’s your biggest weakness?” question before diving into nostalgic childhood memories of painful falls, wipeouts and the accidents people still remember years later. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have I Been Pwned creator Troy Hunt reveals how a homegrown AI sidekick helps manage billions of hacked credentials, but even the smartest bots aren't immune to hallucinations and headaches. White House Considers Vetting A.I. Models Before They Are Released Elon Musk admits xAI distilled OpenAI models Introducing SubQ - a major breakthrough in LLM intelligence. OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 Instant update to make ChatGPT smarter with fewer emoji Higher usage limits for Claude and a compute deal with SpaceX Anthropic Starting today, agents can now be Cloudflare customers. They can create a Cloudflare account, start a paid subscription, register a domain, and get back an API token to deploy code right away. https://t.co/qFgCivQTTi We just launched the @Link CLI: https://t.co/nAjPpC2lbb. Tell your friendly neighborhood agent about it -- agents can use the Link CLI to create single-use credentials that you get to synchronously approve each time. When Daawkins met Claude - UnHerd I am one of those whose research points to the conclusion that the mind is computable. Say Hello to the Internet of AI The greatest capital misallocation in history? AI Water Use Distractions and Lessons for California - California WaterBlog China has decided that firing a worker because an AI can do their job is illegal. No Western country has done the same. Academy announces major overhaul to rules AI outperforms doctors in Harvard trial of emergency triage diagnoses The Quest to Use AI to Help Find New Drugs Have LLMs improved patient outcomes? As workers worry about AI, Nvidia's Jensen Huang says AI is 'creating an enormous number of jobs' Maryland Is First to Ban A.I.-Driven Price Increases in Grocery Stores California to begin ticketing driverless cars that violate traffic laws Google Chrome silently installs a 4 GB AI model on your device without consent. At a billion-device scale the climate costs are insane. — That Privacy Guy! 'This is fine' creator says AI startup stole his art Google DeepMind Takes Minority Stake in Maker of 'Eve Online' He Couldn't Land a Job Interview. Was AI to Blame? Empty Screenings Furwall by Ollie Wagner DataCenter.FM
Have I Been Pwned creator Troy Hunt reveals how a homegrown AI sidekick helps manage billions of hacked credentials, but even the smartest bots aren't immune to hallucinations and headaches. White House Considers Vetting A.I. Models Before They Are Released Elon Musk admits xAI distilled OpenAI models Introducing SubQ - a major breakthrough in LLM intelligence. OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 Instant update to make ChatGPT smarter with fewer emoji Higher usage limits for Claude and a compute deal with SpaceX Anthropic Starting today, agents can now be Cloudflare customers. They can create a Cloudflare account, start a paid subscription, register a domain, and get back an API token to deploy code right away. https://t.co/qFgCivQTTi We just launched the @Link CLI: https://t.co/nAjPpC2lbb. Tell your friendly neighborhood agent about it -- agents can use the Link CLI to create single-use credentials that you get to synchronously approve each time. When Daawkins met Claude - UnHerd I am one of those whose research points to the conclusion that the mind is computable. Say Hello to the Internet of AI The greatest capital misallocation in history? AI Water Use Distractions and Lessons for California - California WaterBlog China has decided that firing a worker because an AI can do their job is illegal. No Western country has done the same. Academy announces major overhaul to rules AI outperforms doctors in Harvard trial of emergency triage diagnoses The Quest to Use AI to Help Find New Drugs Have LLMs improved patient outcomes? As workers worry about AI, Nvidia's Jensen Huang says AI is 'creating an enormous number of jobs' Maryland Is First to Ban A.I.-Driven Price Increases in Grocery Stores California to begin ticketing driverless cars that violate traffic laws Google Chrome silently installs a 4 GB AI model on your device without consent. At a billion-device scale the climate costs are insane. — That Privacy Guy! 'This is fine' creator says AI startup stole his art Google DeepMind Takes Minority Stake in Maker of 'Eve Online' He Couldn't Land a Job Interview. Was AI to Blame? Empty Screenings Furwall by Ollie Wagner DataCenter.FM
Have I Been Pwned creator Troy Hunt reveals how a homegrown AI sidekick helps manage billions of hacked credentials, but even the smartest bots aren't immune to hallucinations and headaches. White House Considers Vetting A.I. Models Before They Are Released Elon Musk admits xAI distilled OpenAI models Introducing SubQ - a major breakthrough in LLM intelligence. OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 Instant update to make ChatGPT smarter with fewer emoji Higher usage limits for Claude and a compute deal with SpaceX Anthropic Starting today, agents can now be Cloudflare customers. They can create a Cloudflare account, start a paid subscription, register a domain, and get back an API token to deploy code right away. https://t.co/qFgCivQTTi We just launched the @Link CLI: https://t.co/nAjPpC2lbb. Tell your friendly neighborhood agent about it -- agents can use the Link CLI to create single-use credentials that you get to synchronously approve each time. When Daawkins met Claude - UnHerd I am one of those whose research points to the conclusion that the mind is computable. Say Hello to the Internet of AI The greatest capital misallocation in history? AI Water Use Distractions and Lessons for California - California WaterBlog China has decided that firing a worker because an AI can do their job is illegal. No Western country has done the same. Academy announces major overhaul to rules AI outperforms doctors in Harvard trial of emergency triage diagnoses The Quest to Use AI to Help Find New Drugs Have LLMs improved patient outcomes? As workers worry about AI, Nvidia's Jensen Huang says AI is 'creating an enormous number of jobs' Maryland Is First to Ban A.I.-Driven Price Increases in Grocery Stores California to begin ticketing driverless cars that violate traffic laws Google Chrome silently installs a 4 GB AI model on your device without consent. At a billion-device scale the climate costs are insane. — That Privacy Guy! 'This is fine' creator says AI startup stole his art Google DeepMind Takes Minority Stake in Maker of 'Eve Online' He Couldn't Land a Job Interview. Was AI to Blame? Empty Screenings Furwall by Ollie Wagner DataCenter.FM
Have I Been Pwned creator Troy Hunt reveals how a homegrown AI sidekick helps manage billions of hacked credentials, but even the smartest bots aren't immune to hallucinations and headaches. White House Considers Vetting A.I. Models Before They Are Released Elon Musk admits xAI distilled OpenAI models Introducing SubQ - a major breakthrough in LLM intelligence. OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 Instant update to make ChatGPT smarter with fewer emoji Higher usage limits for Claude and a compute deal with SpaceX Anthropic Starting today, agents can now be Cloudflare customers. They can create a Cloudflare account, start a paid subscription, register a domain, and get back an API token to deploy code right away. https://t.co/qFgCivQTTi We just launched the @Link CLI: https://t.co/nAjPpC2lbb. Tell your friendly neighborhood agent about it -- agents can use the Link CLI to create single-use credentials that you get to synchronously approve each time. When Daawkins met Claude - UnHerd I am one of those whose research points to the conclusion that the mind is computable. Say Hello to the Internet of AI The greatest capital misallocation in history? AI Water Use Distractions and Lessons for California - California WaterBlog China has decided that firing a worker because an AI can do their job is illegal. No Western country has done the same. Academy announces major overhaul to rules AI outperforms doctors in Harvard trial of emergency triage diagnoses The Quest to Use AI to Help Find New Drugs Have LLMs improved patient outcomes? As workers worry about AI, Nvidia's Jensen Huang says AI is 'creating an enormous number of jobs' Maryland Is First to Ban A.I.-Driven Price Increases in Grocery Stores California to begin ticketing driverless cars that violate traffic laws Google Chrome silently installs a 4 GB AI model on your device without consent. At a billion-device scale the climate costs are insane. — That Privacy Guy! 'This is fine' creator says AI startup stole his art Google DeepMind Takes Minority Stake in Maker of 'Eve Online' He Couldn't Land a Job Interview. Was AI to Blame? Empty Screenings Furwall by Ollie Wagner DataCenter.FM
Have I Been Pwned creator Troy Hunt reveals how a homegrown AI sidekick helps manage billions of hacked credentials, but even the smartest bots aren't immune to hallucinations and headaches. White House Considers Vetting A.I. Models Before They Are Released Elon Musk admits xAI distilled OpenAI models Introducing SubQ - a major breakthrough in LLM intelligence. OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 Instant update to make ChatGPT smarter with fewer emoji Higher usage limits for Claude and a compute deal with SpaceX Anthropic Starting today, agents can now be Cloudflare customers. They can create a Cloudflare account, start a paid subscription, register a domain, and get back an API token to deploy code right away. https://t.co/qFgCivQTTi We just launched the @Link CLI: https://t.co/nAjPpC2lbb. Tell your friendly neighborhood agent about it -- agents can use the Link CLI to create single-use credentials that you get to synchronously approve each time. When Daawkins met Claude - UnHerd I am one of those whose research points to the conclusion that the mind is computable. Say Hello to the Internet of AI The greatest capital misallocation in history? AI Water Use Distractions and Lessons for California - California WaterBlog China has decided that firing a worker because an AI can do their job is illegal. No Western country has done the same. Academy announces major overhaul to rules AI outperforms doctors in Harvard trial of emergency triage diagnoses The Quest to Use AI to Help Find New Drugs Have LLMs improved patient outcomes? As workers worry about AI, Nvidia's Jensen Huang says AI is 'creating an enormous number of jobs' Maryland Is First to Ban A.I.-Driven Price Increases in Grocery Stores California to begin ticketing driverless cars that violate traffic laws Google Chrome silently installs a 4 GB AI model on your device without consent. At a billion-device scale the climate costs are insane. — That Privacy Guy! 'This is fine' creator says AI startup stole his art Google DeepMind Takes Minority Stake in Maker of 'Eve Online' He Couldn't Land a Job Interview. Was AI to Blame? Empty Screenings Furwall by Ollie Wagner DataCenter.FM
Have I Been Pwned creator Troy Hunt reveals how a homegrown AI sidekick helps manage billions of hacked credentials, but even the smartest bots aren't immune to hallucinations and headaches. White House Considers Vetting A.I. Models Before They Are Released Elon Musk admits xAI distilled OpenAI models Introducing SubQ - a major breakthrough in LLM intelligence. OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 Instant update to make ChatGPT smarter with fewer emoji Higher usage limits for Claude and a compute deal with SpaceX Anthropic Starting today, agents can now be Cloudflare customers. They can create a Cloudflare account, start a paid subscription, register a domain, and get back an API token to deploy code right away. https://t.co/qFgCivQTTi We just launched the @Link CLI: https://t.co/nAjPpC2lbb. Tell your friendly neighborhood agent about it -- agents can use the Link CLI to create single-use credentials that you get to synchronously approve each time. When Daawkins met Claude - UnHerd I am one of those whose research points to the conclusion that the mind is computable. Say Hello to the Internet of AI The greatest capital misallocation in history? AI Water Use Distractions and Lessons for California - California WaterBlog China has decided that firing a worker because an AI can do their job is illegal. No Western country has done the same. Academy announces major overhaul to rules AI outperforms doctors in Harvard trial of emergency triage diagnoses The Quest to Use AI to Help Find New Drugs Have LLMs improved patient outcomes? As workers worry about AI, Nvidia's Jensen Huang says AI is 'creating an enormous number of jobs' Maryland Is First to Ban A.I.-Driven Price Increases in Grocery Stores California to begin ticketing driverless cars that violate traffic laws Google Chrome silently installs a 4 GB AI model on your device without consent. At a billion-device scale the climate costs are insane. — That Privacy Guy! 'This is fine' creator says AI startup stole his art Google DeepMind Takes Minority Stake in Maker of 'Eve Online' He Couldn't Land a Job Interview. Was AI to Blame? Empty Screenings Furwall by Ollie Wagner DataCenter.FM
Kellie recaps a very busy week of birthday celebrations and an upcoming week filled with a wedding, an award nomination and Emma Kelly's upcoming JOB INTERVIEW!! That leads to a trip down memory lane for Kellie and Allen and their first jobs, which obviously leads to a performance of the Go West jingle. International Female Ride Day is Saturday, May 2, and Kellie talks about her experience as a female rider. And because she had so much fun talking about celebrities on the last podcast, Kellie brings a few interesting entertainment stories to this week's podcast. Kellie and Allen need new headshots and Allen shares a story involving his dad, a shirtless Hank Williams Jr., and a little too much cussin'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Hiring Insider Laurie Jane Roth and I talk about what really happens during interviews and why even strong candidates sometimes leave without an offer.We discuss:• What is happening behind the scenes in hiring• Why interviews can still feel uncertain even when you prepared well• How to use storytelling to strengthen your answers• The role confidence and personality play in interviews• A powerful question to ask at the end of an interview• Why rejection is not always a reflection of your abilityIf you are interviewing soon or trying to understand why interviews are not turning into offers, this conversation offers both strategy and perspective.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Y0ZXTeEaoyc?si=_eKCqIXVKwqA2yjiConnect with Laurie:Website: https://theinsidegamecoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-jane-roth-084769/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laurieroth4589Support the show
Human beings have an issue. We want adventure, growth, and transformation, provided they arrive gently, avoid inconvenience, and never make us look foolish. This episode is about that charming contradiction. We spend years building small fortresses of competence, then wonder why life begins to feel boring. The trouble is that courage rarely appears before action; it usually turns up afterwards, slightly out of breath, claiming it was there all along. So we explore three ways to make peace with failure and even, in a highly civilised way, become rather fond of it. There's a bit of psychology, a bit of neuroscience, and a useful reminder that nearly everyone you admire got good by being bad at things for quite a while. Failure, properly understood, is not a catastrophe. It is more like compost: unpleasant in the wrong light, but extremely useful if you're trying to grow something interesting. Redefine failure as information, not identity. Make small, repeated discomfort a weekly practice. Stop mistaking safety for a meaningful life. Listen in and give your fears the deeply disappointing experience of being ignored. SPONSORS
Why mastering unspoken workplace communication is essential to long-term career success.Succeeding at work doesn't just depend on how hard you work or how smart you are. According to Erin McGoff, it often comes down to whether you understand the “secret language” everyone else seems to be speaking.McGoff is a career creator, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, and author of The Secret Language of Work: Hyper Helpful Scripts for Every Situation. Known for her wildly popular AdviceWithErin platform, she helps millions of professionals phrase things more effectively — without sounding stiff or robotic. “It's this hidden curriculum to the workforce,” she explains, describing the unwritten rules of interviews, negotiations, and professional etiquette. “It's not written down anywhere. It's not equally distributed.” Her mission is to make those invisible rules visible — and usable.In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, McGoff and host Matt Abrahams explore how to communicate with confidence, advocate for yourself strategically, and build a professional brand with intention. Confidence, she says, isn't fixed: “Confidence isn't binary. Confidence is a spectrum.” It starts internally, with how we speak to ourselves, and strengthens when we “get really good at what you do.”Episode Reference Links:Erin McGoffErin's Book: The Secret Language of Work202. Own Your Brand: How to Communicate with Presence and Impact Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (04:56) - The Secret Language of Work (06:32) - Building Confidence (08:39) - Creating Your Professional Brand (10:00) - Setting Expectations at Work (12:31) - Advocate Strategically (14:34) - Mastering First Impressions (15:50) - Professional vs. Personal (18:19) - Interview Before, During, After (22:55) - Nonverbal Presence (23:19) - The Final Three Questions (27:18) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.This episode is brought to you by Babbel. Think Fast Talk Smart listeners can get started on your language learning journey today- visit Babbel.com/Thinkfast and get up to 55% off your Babbel subscription.Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be.
For many of us, the standard workday is a constant stream of alerts: messages on the team group chat, texts from your child's daycare, emails from your boss, co-workers popping by to chat in person. It's enough to set even the most focused professional on edge. When Alex Gilbert, an expert in neurodiversity advocacy for working adults, started Cape-Able Consulting, she intended to help put an end to masking at the office. She helps individuals and companies create environments where employees don't have to pretend that hectic, nonstop-notification work environment is actually working for them. You don't need a diagnosis to feel overstimulated on the job or to put Alex's tips into action to help improve your workplace—for yourself and everyone around you. Put an end to white-knuckling your way through the workday with Alex's insights: Why work is even harder for neurodiverse women; The parallels between neurodiversity and high-achieving personalities; How implementing the right AI tools in the workplace can level the playing field for every employee; Whether or not you need to disclose your diagnosis as you advocate for your needs. Related Links: Connect with Alex on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-gilbert-ceo/ Cape-Able Consulting - https://www.capeableconsulting.com/ The I Am Cape-Able Podcast - https://www.capeableconsulting.com/iamcapeablepodcast Episode 315, “How to Talk About Disability or Chronic Illness in the Job Interview” - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode315 Episode 390, “How To Manage ADHD In The Workplace” - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode390 LinkedIn Learning Course, “Get Unstuck: Make a Plan to Move Your Career Forward” - https://www.linkedin.com/learning/get-unstuck-make-a-plan-to-move-your-career-forward Bossed Up Courage Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/927776673968737/ Bossed Up LinkedIn Group - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7071888/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In today's episode, Pierre Michiels interviews Cassandra Wingert. Cassandra Wingert is a speech communication professor who specializes in helping students manage high speech anxiety. In the interview, they discuss interview nerves, confidence-building strategies, and effective communication habits. After listening, we hope you have a better understanding of managing anxiety during interviews. Full episode transcript can be found on the episode page. Below is a general timestamp summary. 0:00–4:00 — Introduction & Teaching PhilosophyPierre welcomes Cassandra back to the podcast. She introduces her role as a speech communication professor and explains her “Maslow before Bloom” philosophy, emphasizing safety, regulation, and play-based learning as foundations for confident public speaking. 4:00–9:00 — Understanding Interview AnxietyCassandra breaks down the psychology of nervousness using a car analogy, describing how the amygdala triggers stress responses that disrupt clear thinking. She explains why interview anxiety is normal and how the brain misinterprets interviews as threats. 9:00–15:00 — Strategies to Manage AnxietyThey explore physical, mental, and behavioral techniques such as breath regulation, mindset reframing, practicing aloud, and simulating interview environments. Cassandra highlights how preparation reduces the brain's “alarm system.” 15:00–21:00 — Perfectionism & Recovering from MistakesCassandra explains how perfectionism drives anxiety and shares methods for recovering when losing one's place. She emphasizes that interviewers value professionalism and resilience over flawless performance. 21:00–28:00 — Vocal Habits & Communication TechniquesThey discuss common nervous speaking habits—speeding up, rambling, monotone delivery—and practical ways to slow down, pause effectively, structure responses, and maintain vocal clarity. 28:00–36:00 — Nonverbal Communication & ConfidenceCassandra covers posture, eye contact, facial expression, and how to project steadiness even when nervous. She advises shifting from “performance mode” to “contribution mode.” 36:00–40:00 — Long-Term Skill Building & Final InsightsThey explore how consistent practice, mock interviews, and communication courses build lasting confidence. Cassandra closes by reinforcing that communication is a learnable skill and encourages students to lean into discomfort to grow. Resources Discussed: Cassandra Wingert: wingertc@cod.edu College of DuPage course Speech 1100 (reach out each semester for the special High Speech Anxiety section numbers) College of DuPage course Speech 1150 Intro Business Communication College of DuPage course Speech 1120 Small-Group Communication Listeners in the College of DuPage community can visit our website. All other listeners are encouraged to view the resources of their local community college, WIOA training programs, or other local support centers. Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn @codcareercenter
Job Interviews aren't designed with every brain in mind.After hearing from listeners navigating interviews with ADHD, autism, and processing differences, Sarah and Emma dive into how traditional hiring processes can unintentionally test skills that have little to do with actually doing the job. From remembering answers on the spot and processing complex questions verbally, to eye contact, small talk, and performing in unfamiliar environments, we unpack the hidden expectations some candidates are facing.This episode is Part 1 of our deep dive into neurodivergence and the job hunt, focusing on self-reflection and understanding how your brain shows up in interviews before deciding whether to ask for adjustments.We're also calling for listener stories to help shape Part 2, where'll we answer the big questions. If you've asked for accommodations, disclosed during hiring, or found strategies that made interviews more accessible, we'd love to hear from you.
Send a textIn this episode, we're diving deeper into the Beckham family drama—breaking down the wedding dress confusion, Brooklyn's claim that his first dance was “hijacked,” and the reported family rift over control, branding, and loyalty. From seating tensions to social media shade, we unpack what's alleged, what's clarified, and what it all says about fame and family. Then come sit with us—let's go grab coffee together and talk it through. ☕✨Support the showMusic by:Golden Hour by Vlad Gluschenko https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Affirmation Music: Fireflies by Ambient Boy https://musicvine.com/track/ambient-boy/fireflies
Jurie Strydom is the newly appointed Group CEO of Old Mutual, one of South Africa's most iconic financial institutions, who took an unconventional path to the top — stepping out of a portfolio NED life and back into the fire. He unpacks the surprisingly low-stakes experience of interviewing for the CEO role with a board he already sat on, the whiplash of going from a considered portfolio life to a full-throttle executive role within days, and his near-obsessive focus on accelerating decision-making as the primary unlock for organisational speed. With characteristic directness, Jurie is candid about what he hasn't gotten right - including work-life balance in the first six months - and reflects on the deeper philosophy that job satisfaction must come from impact, not the size of the title. Jurie and Debbie discuss: Decision velocity as a cultural weapon. Jurie's central conviction is that slow decision-making is the organisational cement that freezes momentum — and that leaders can reclaim speed by distinguishing reversible "two-way doors" from irreversible ones, and by giving people genuine license to act without always asking permission. Leading from the inside out. Whether addressing culture change, cost discipline, or strategy, Jurie returns repeatedly to the principle of cascading ownership downward, letting people solve problems themselves, rather than imposing corporate formulas from the top. Redefining leadership ambition. In his early forties, Jurie reached a turning point - realising that chasing successively bigger organisations is a trap, because the satisfaction must come from impact in the here and now, not from the size of the org chart. On Work and Revolution podcast exposes the real forces reshaping leadership, talent, and the future of work. Hosted by Debbie Goodman - CEO of Jack Hammer Global, a top executive search firm, author, advisor, and speaker - this podcast dives into bold ideas and honest conversations with CEO's reshaping today's workplaces and redefining what great leadership looks like. If you're a CEO, founder, or changemaker hungry for real insight into workplace trends, hiring strategy, and organizational transformation, this is your space to listen, learn, and lead differently. ✦ Explore more insights, guest details, and episode transcripts at: jhammerglobal.com✦ Follow Debbie on LinkedIn | YouTube ✦ Subscribe, share, and spark your own work revolution.
This episode will completely transform the way you apply to jobs. Yes, I go over what to include in your resume. But your resume alone is NOT what's gonna drive more job interviews. It's about being strategic to what type of jobs you're applying for, where you're finding them, and how to ensure a human looks at your application. These are the steps my clients have used to get job offers and over $600,000 in salary increases. If you're tired of endlessly scrolling LinkedIn and drawing a blank at where high-paying jobs are posted, this episode is for you. Resources and Links 6-Month 1:1 Coaching: https://calendly.com/thefirstgencoach/consult Apply for On-Air Coaching: https://forms.gle/JshV6Z6TfUw6BBnk6 Download your FREE Resume Guide and Template Follow @CarlaTheFirstGenCoach on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREWanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HEREToday, Jeff get's to catch up with Lisa Coyle and Sam Freeman from Promotive. They discuss the challenges of recruiting and retaining automotive technicians and service advisors. The team explores why job hopping is often misunderstood, saying that it's frequently due to industry conditions rather than technician performance. They highlight the importance of building mentorship and supportive shop cultures, revealing how both technicians and advisors benefit from ongoing training and honest communication. Timestamps:00:00 Changing Hiring Dynamics09:17 "Diagnostic Tech Misalignment"14:45 Employee Growth and Retention Strategies19:06 "Show Me the Proof"22:23 "Workplace Dynamics and Expectations"26:34 "Underpaid Service Advisors Debate"32:14 "Bridging Advisor-Technician Divide"37:29 "Incentivizing Flat Rate Pay Notifications"42:30 "Harbor Freight Tools Debate"50:42 "Be the Person Who Inspires"57:07 "Flat Rate Payment Inequity"01:00:50 "Consumer Expectations and Instant Gratification"01:04:12 "Treat Others with Courtesy"01:08:42 "Top Accomplishment Interview Question"01:14:57 "Qualified Teachers Matter" Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232
This week's full broadcast of Computer Talk Radio includes - 00:00 - Top level item rundown of CES - Benjamin gives coverage as to the big headlines from CES 2026 - 11:00 - Dr Doreen Galli - CES 2026 open - Dr Doreen Galli starts in-depth on the CES 2026 floor experience - 22:00 - Storing your data and where - Keith gives a rundown of various options for storage of data - 31:00 - Marty Winston's Wisdom - Mark Brownstein on earbuds from Technics, Shokz, Status Pro - 39:00 - Scam Series - Fake Job Funnel - Benjamin warns of situations where job interview is the scam - 44:00 - Keske on tech reshaping lives - Steve Keske tells how tech is reshaping lives of senior citizens - 56:00 - Dr Doreen Galli - CES 2026 Part 2 - Dr Doreen Galli continues her CES 2026 floor experience - 1:07:00 - Listener Q&A - video game update - Eve asks why son's new console and video game need updates - 1:16:00 - IT Professional Series - 361 - Benjamin says IT pros aren't blaming you, just being detectives - 1:24:00 - Listener Q&A - ad blockers - Lionel asks Benjamin if ad blocking hurts people's businesses
Send us a textThree third-year fellows present diverse research at Hot Topics. Dr. Tanima from Boston Children's demonstrates lung ultrasound's potential to predict respiratory support duration in 30+ week infants, with first six-hour exams showing strongest correlation—suggesting possible replacement for admission chest x-rays. Dr. Juhi from University of Illinois in Chicago applies large language models to extract IVH prognostic variables from AI literature, identifying critical gaps including absence of resolution prediction studies. Dr. Hailey conducts qualitative research on physician experiences with NICU mortality/morbidity, identifying three impactful loss categories: outcome-expectation mismatches, meaningful relationships, and weight of responsibilities. Their work exemplifies emerging neonatologist interests in point-of-care ultrasound, artificial intelligence applications, and clinician wellbeing. Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!
Send us a textVictor, Evelyn, and Mark hang out this week to surprise everyone with a show because Mark is traveling this week and the gang introduces their new producer, Tony, to the show. They also talk about hugs, being called buddy, and citizens arrests.
Avoid costly hiring mistakes! Use these 5 interview questions to expose bullsh!t and find real talent. We spend a lot of time thinking about how to attract and retain the best people.But we all know how fickle the hiring process can be… recruiting talent is an imprecise science, which is why you have to get really good at interviewing.This is where you get the opportunity to meet your potential employees face to face. The interview is your best opportunity to separate the most talented candidates from the ones who just talk a good game.In this episode, I give you an interview technique that's guaranteed to identify the people who have actually done what they say they've done, and expose those who are just full of sh!t.Links mentioned in this episode:The Economist article:What Questions Would You Ask a Candidate in a Job Interview?No Bullsh!t Leadership episode:Ep.343: 6 Proven Tactics for Hiring Top TalentLBT link:Leadership Beyond the TheoryWikipedia links:Brian KellyLSU FootballCompetency-Based Recruitment————————FREE QUIZ: I've developed a 3-question quiz that'll give you a free personalised podcast playlist tailored to where you are right now in your leadership career!Click here to take the 30-second quiz now to get your on-the-go playlist————————You can connect with me at:Website: https://www.yourceomentor.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourceomentorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourceomentorLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-moore-075b001/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@YourCEOMentor————————Our mission here at Your CEO Mentor is to improve the quality of leaders, globally.
As managers and employees, how can we ensure that we support equitable disability accommodations for everyone? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) offers a wealth of protections, but many workers and leaders are unaware of what these protections entail. Luckily, there are experts like Rachel Shaw out there to shed light on their intricacies and help educate us all.Rachel is a leading strategist in workplace inclusion and disability compliance and the author of “The Disabled Workforce: What the ADA Never Anticipated.” She joins me to add clarity to the laws in place to protect people with disabilities—including mental health and pregnancy—and ensure we have access to an equitable work environment that allows us all to be productive contributors, whatever differences of ability we might experience in our lifetimes. Understand your rights and responsibilities around disability inclusion:The most proactive and effective way to ask for an accommodation;The essential accommodation process every organization needs to develop;How much it really costs companies to approve employee requests;What's missing from the ADA and how it's being addressed.Related Links:Connect with Rachel Shaw on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-shaw-00037745/Learn more about Rachel's work - https://rachelshaw.com/Buy “The Disabled Workforce” - https://www.amazon.com/Disabled-Workforce-What-Never-Anticipated/dp/1544708599Episode 390, How to Manage ADHD in the Workplace - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode390Episode 460, Balancing Work with a Complicated Pregnancy - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode460Episode 123, Pursuing a Promotion While Pregnant - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode123Episode 335, What do mom-friendly Workplaces look like and how to create them - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode335 Episode 311, How to Talk About Marital Status, Parental Status, and Pregnancy in the Interview - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode311Episode 315, How to Talk About Disability or Chronic Illness in the Job Interview - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode315LEVEL UP: a Leadership Accelerator for Women on the Rise - https://www.bossedup.org/levelupBossed Up Courage Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/927776673968737/Bossed Up LinkedIn Group - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7071888/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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(October 16, 2025)Host of ‘How to Money' Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss attending a wedding now costing a fortune, only 1/3 Americans now think college is ‘very important,' and people willing to be paid less to work remotely. Grocery stores adopt digital price tags.. could your bill change? People are sneaking answers from AI… who can blame them?
Join Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen in this week's Ask Me Anything, exploring the pursuit of pleasure versus the pleasure of pursuit, the cultural shift of young men toward the right, and the power of solitude. They tackle listener questions on imposter syndrome, fatherhood, divorce, dating, financial decisions, and personal growth. With humor and insight, they debunk overhyped headlines, like the "astronaut" space crew, and share actionable advice for living purposefully. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Opening Banter and Headlines 01:25 - The Pleasure of Pursuit 06:30 - Space Crew Rant 13:06 - Imposter Syndrome in Job Interviews 20:42 - Lessons from Kids 24:06 - Patience as a Father 28:40 - Why Women Leave Relationships 37:43 - Dating After Divorce 44:36 - Making Financial Decisions 48:08 - Lessons from Hard Times 53:59 - Young Men Moving Right Politically 59:26 - Call to Action Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready