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Go to www.LearningLeader.com to learn more... This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader My Guest: Mike Deegan just led Denison University Baseball to their first College World Series appearance in program history. He's been named Coach of the Year in back-to-back years and is the all-time winningest coach in school history. In this conversation, Mike shares how he uses Mudita to build culture, how to help people get out of slumps, and why discipline and consistency are superpowers. Key Learnings (in Mike's words) Mudita is a vicarious joy. Can I be happy for another's success as if it's my own? To me, that is like the secret sauce of life. Obviously, in a sports team, not everyone can be the star. One of the biggest misconceptions is that the star rotates. Yeah, you need a superstar to compete at the highest levels, but to win, you're going to need pinch runners, you're going to need the guy laying a big block. It's going to take everyone. It's really celebrating everyone's contribution. In recruiting, I ask parents: Can you be happy for another kid's success as if it's your own? If your neighbor gets a new car, are you happy for them? Or do you say, "Oh, I wish. I bet his parents bought that for him." There are just different ways to show up for people, where you can just have joy. By pouring yourself into others, especially in sports, I think it frees you up to perform your best. Envy is a natural feeling. I don't want anyone to feel that envy from me. I think what we're saying is that envy is a natural feeling. Wanting to do great yourself, those are very natural, and I want people to live in that space. But can we just stop it and be a little bit more intentional and just celebrate what other people are doing well? Spot the good first. As a consultant, there are two ways you can do things. One is to find the negative, and that's really easy to do. But I try to go and spot the good first. There's plenty of time to nitpick later on. Find some opportunities to help people grow. People love to talk about themselves. My wife is very quiet, a great listener, and people love her. She has a million best friends, and no one knows it because she doesn't talk a whole lot. She just listens. If you can just listen and get people to talk about what they're passionate about, it's a life secret. You can tell when someone's really passionate about what they're doing, and you can tell when they're on the fence because they speed up when they talk, they get a little excited. Curiosity is a great way to show love. If you approach it from envy, we don't unpack the cool story. But if you lead with curiosity and not envy, it unpacks everything. I do think it takes a level of self-awareness and comfort in your own skin. How to build self-awareness: Read, write, and get around wise people. If you read a decent amount, if you write (and that was my forcing function, to actually write and put thought to paper), and then get around wise people and just have conversations, I think you'll start building out the awareness of who you are and what you value. A systems thinker builds frameworks that outlast individuals. It's someone who can build out frameworks that are built to put people and the organization in the best spot to win and be successful. It's a framework that outlasts individuals. Coaches may leave or players may leave, but if you have a system built out that it can sustain losing certain individuals, because things are cranking and you can repeat the work. You can do iterations and quickly test if you're getting closer or further from your goals. I almost try to talk people out of coming here. The most underrated thing in our recruiting is when they sit with me, I almost try to talk people out of coming here. I'll say, "Hey, what's the main driver?" If they say playing time, I'm like, "Hey, that's great. That's an awesome goal, but I wouldn't come here for that. We're going to play our best players. But that's not why you come to Denison. You come to be a part of something bigger than yourself, and there are all these other places where you're going to have a much better shot at that." I'm always listening in on what they value and trying to challenge it. Almost get people to self-select out. The better your culture is, you can take chances on people. It's like Randy Moss and the New England Patriots. Tom Brady was an alpha, and you could bring people in and take a risk and see if they can conform to the culture a little bit. When you have things in place, our locker room was phenomenal. People would say, "Hey, I don't know, this kid has some red flags." I'm like, "Red flags, like he's a serial killer? Or like red flag,s like he's super competitive?" The locker room would take care of a lot of that. If there's something built out that you feel pretty strongly about, I think you can take in some of these high-risk, high-reward people because they can't damage the culture like you would think they can. Early on in that tenure, I was very, very careful with this. But now we can take some chances on people if the DNA is right. The lack of seriousness pushed people out. When I took over, I'm the opposite of the guy I played for. And every time someone quit, I would just say thank you. And I meant that too because we were going in a certain direction. There was talent. It needed more seriousness. We had enough talent that it was going to allow us to compete at a conference level. I think it's amazing when you can just put boundaries and guardrails and point people in the right direction. We just provided a little structure, a little discipline. The DNA of great teams: Roles, sacrifice, discipline, leadership, joy. Everyone has a role and to beat objective expectations. When good meets good, you have got to understand that every role is essential to the cause. Status goes away. Second, we're in this together. There's no prima donna. I think that's what happens with championship teams. For us to compete on a national level, our guys do miss out on a lot. Grades may suffer. There are trade-offs with this thing. Then I hear discipline. Discipline and consistency is a superpower. The people that I see that really excel in the professional baseball world they seem to have a maturity about them at a much younger age. And that comes with discipline and consistency. Then leadership. There's going to be someone that's navigating the ship. In my beautiful world, it would be where that person's not an egomaniac. They're not in front. They're just waiting for everyone to get out. The last thing is joy. People tend to enjoy what they're doing. They do it with a smile on their face. "Don't hire for when you think times are good. Hire for the person you wanna be around when times are bad because they're coming." An example of a great team outside of sports: The Chilean miners found roles quickly and stuck together. They had food for two days but rationed it out. They had a spiritual leader, medical guy, someone to keep them on task. Everyone had a specific role and they performed it. How you talk to your teammates is how you should talk to yourself. I had a conversation with a kid that I really admire on our team and I said, "Hey man, I never hear you talk to your teammates like you talk to yourself. Give yourself some grace." Being really hard on yourself can also be a cop out because there are ways to channel that. Sometimes people will say "I'm a perfectionist, or that's just who I am." Come on man. A perfectionist to me, they put an insane amount of work to earn the right to be. I think we use that term pretty lightly sometimes. Confidence is built through evidence. Ryan's self-talk before a keynote sounds like this, "What an opportunity to create some evidence." How to help a hitter get out of a slump: Simplify and control the controllables. When a player's in a slump, they're probably working harder than they've ever worked in their life. But I think it's almost like they're working aimlessly. So what I try to do is simplify. I had a hitter once, he's trying everything. I gave him one swing thought for two weeks. Just get the barrel to the ball. Don't worry about launch angle, don't worry about exit velo. Can you just put good wood on the ball? We're going to control what we can control. And slowly you start seeing some results and that evidence starts compounding and you get your mojo back. You gotta be intentional with your energy before high performance. As a coach, how you show up is going to be really, really important. I saw Texas A&M's coach say you have to be the opposite of what the moment requires. While everyone's excited, you need to be the calm. And then when the proverbial is hitting the fan, you have to be the one with optimism. Getting yourself in the right mental frame to handle high performance is required of a coach and a leader. Baseball teaches you to stay calm for three hours. You don't play baseball at 130 heartbeat. It's more of Can you get that thing down? And anything I do to increase it myself, I'm going against what it takes to be a successful player. People can think baseball is boring, but what you're seeing is people trying to stay calm for three hours. Does that intensity actually lead to results? It's just basic stoicism. Baseball is the ultimate controlling what you can control and releasing what you can't. I don't know if this next ball's coming to me, but what do I do now? I can control my breathing. I control my first pitch prep step. What can you control? And I would challenge you to think, does that intensity or that emotion, does it actually lead to results or not? If it's helping you be the best version of yourself, go ahead and do it. But sometimes that overstimulation, that over emotion, it's probably just putting a lot of anxiety on your people. Just regulate, stay calm and execute. What does the team need from you right now? I think a good analogy is a cornerman in boxing. My dad used to always say, Watch a cornerman in boxing because some people you gotta smack. Some people say, "Come on champ. You're the best. You're the best. You're the best." When you're walking out there, you're trying to think, what does the team need from you right now? What message? If I'm a mirror, what do they need to see? Do they need to see calm, they need to see reassurance? Are we playing a little timid and scared? And maybe you're trying to jolt them a little bit with some energy and some choice words. There's an intentionality to it. You're trying to speak some stuff into existence, even if you're making stuff up. You acknowledge it, and then you also try to point them in a direction for improvement. Life throws haymakers at you all the time. I think that's the greatest gift that we can give people through sports. Most of us experience adversity along the way. It's this unique ability to just keep moving. You reflect, you try to get better. You give yourself some grace, you move on. You just keep working through that process. As simple as it may sound to us, I don't think many people can get there. "Setbacks are temporary. I bounce back quickly." I write this down in my lineup card. You're creating evidence. It's something very simple, but I'm going to take a punch and I'll bounce back quickly. I think those are just good reminders in life. This happens. We're going to respond. Reflection Questions Mike practices Mudita by being genuinely happy for others' success without envy. Think of someone in your life who recently had a big win (promotion, new house, achievement). Were you genuinely happy for them, or did envy creep in? What would it look like to celebrate them more fully? He says "Don't hire for when you think times are good. Hire for the person you wanna be around when times are bad." Who on your current team would you want in the foxhole with you during a crisis, and what qualities make them that person? Mike asks himself before big moments: "What does the team need from me right now?" rather than just reacting emotionally. Think about a high-pressure situation coming up in your life. What will your team/family/colleagues need from you in that moment, and how can you prepare to show up that way? More Learning #217 - JJ Reddick: You've Never Arrived, You're Always Becoming #281 - George Raveling: Eight Decades of Wisdom #509 - Buzz Williams: The 9 Daily Disciplines Audio Timestamps: 02:11 Implementing Mudita in Teams 06:22 Curiosity and Spotting the Good 14:54 Recruiting and Hiring Philosophy 20:36 Building a Winning Culture 24:46 DNA of Great Teams 27:55 The Importance of Team Sacrifice 28:53 Leadership and Joy in Tough Times 29:42 Handling Adversity in Sports 31:06 The Role of Self-Talk in Performance 36:52 Staying Calm Under Pressure 42:26 Lessons from Sports for Life 46:12 The Value of Resilience and Bouncing Back 48:29 EOPC
"If you're going to build people, you must care more about their outcome than yours." Mark Perkins—founder of Pivot Realty Group—shares the truth most brokerages avoid: the real estate industry is broken, and most agents fail because no one tells them what the job actually requires. Mark explains how he built a 200-agent brokerage without traditional recruiting and why culture, leadership, and service—not tech or branding—are the true drivers of growth. Learn about: How he built a 200-agent independent brokerage from scratch Emphasizing long-term strategy over short-term profit What's broken in real estate & why agents fail Focusing on the "middle 60%" who can succeed with the right mentorship Accountability, standards, and clarity matter more than perks Why brokerages should develop agents—not use them Recruiting should come from value, not persuasion
GoPowercat's Tim Fitzgerald and Cole Carmody discuss the latest in Kansas State sports, leading up to the basketball Wildcats' 2 pm tipoff at Arizona State. This edition of the Powercat Podcast features GoPowercat.com publisher Tim Fitzgerald and GPC staff writer Jon Grove. The Powercat Podcast is part of the 247Sports Podcast Network at Megaphone.fm. Are you enjoying our free video coverage of the Wildcats? Lock in with GoPowercat and get a VIP subscription to unlock everything we have to offer. CLICK HERE TO GET 75% OFF YOUR ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION TO GOPOWERCAT Our premium message board — Wabash Station — is a fan-favorite, as K-State nation joins together with non-stop discussion, debates and banter. Whether you want to join in on the action and post your thoughts on a daily basis or just sit back and see what people are saying, everyone has a place on Wabash Station. With premium scoop from our staff members, along with constant recruiting updates, Wabash Station is the place to be. But gaining access to Wabash Station only scratches the surface. While some articles are free, a good chunk of our written content is available exclusively for VIPs at GoPowercat. Whether it's top-notch breakdowns or unfiltered analysis, our VIP articles offer insight found nowhere else. Longtime publisher Tim Fitzgerald has assembled a one-of-a-kind crew. His right-hand man, Ryan Gilbert serves as managing editor, overseeing the day-to-day operations on the site. Recruiting editor Cole Carmody not only keeps you in the loop with all things recruiting but also pitches in with cerebral football coverage. Jon Grove and Grant Snowden, both current journalism students at K-State, provide a fresh perspective on the Wildcats. Ethan Fitzgerald is the true jack of all trades, covering everything from women's basketball to soccer. Former offensive lineman Brien Hanley and former defensive back Monte Spiller also proudly contribute to GoPowercat with unmatched football knowledge. On the basketball side, GoPowercat is also blessed to have Clent Stewart on board, as the former K-State guard from 2004-08 is a literal hoops expert. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up to GoPowercat now! CLICK HERE AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR CURRENT OFFER To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Chad Peets is one of the great sales leaders of our time. Currently, Chad is leading all things sales at X. Previously he was the sales saviour at Snowflake and was an advisor to the CEO there. He was also a MD at Sutter Hill where he sat on the board of companies like Sigma Computing and Augment Code. AGENDA: 04:53 How to Recruit the Best Sales Talent Today 06:27 Why Europe is a Nightmare for Recruitment in Sales 11:29 How to Evaluate Sales Talent: Green and Red Flags 21:58 Why Remote Work is BS and You Have to be in Office 23:43 How to Improve Sales Team Performance in Just 24 Hours 27:45 When to Fire vs When to Give More Time 32:10 How to Set Sales Quotas Effectively 34:39 Adjusting Compensation Plans for Better Performance 37:50 Why Work Life Balance is Total BS 41:08 Biggest Lessons on Leading Sales Teams 50:37 What is The Future of Enterprise Sales with AI 58:40 Quick Fire Questions and Final Thoughts
#thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale.To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner.Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcastFor all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Takeaways- Recruiting success is measured by a percentage of wins.- Personal experiences can profoundly influence professional motivations.- Life's challenges can provide clarity on what truly matters.- Caring about your work leads to emotional investment in outcomes.- Resilience is key in navigating the ups and downs of business.- Perspective shifts can arise from significant life events.- The importance of providing the right solutions in business.- Emotional roller coasters are part of the people business.- Understanding losses is crucial for growth in recruiting.- Finding meaning in work can stem from personal experiences.Chapters [00:01] Welcome + Why We're Here — Adam tees up the POZcast mission and today's focus.[00:01] Guest Intro: Jordan Gasparri — From growing up in recruiting to founding Exclusent and winning an Inc. Power Partner Award.[01:16] Warming Up — Jordan joins; mutual respect and setting the table.[02:16] Growing Up with a Recruiter Dad — Early exposure, high-school internship, and falling in love with the craft.[03:21] Thrill of the Hunt — Why negotiation hooked Jordan and how recruiters drive real comp outcomes.[04:19] Old-School Lessons — Pre-LinkedIn fundamentals: presentability, first impressions, and context by role.[05:41] Art vs. Science — Motivation mapping, relationship foundations, and what tech can't replace.[06:37] Founding Exclusent After Loss — Channeling grief into purpose, betting on yourself, and early survival.[08:08] Agency vs. Solo — The leap from desk to founder, support systems, and the “eat what you kill” mindset.[10:17] ‘Unhireable' Bias — The corporate return dilemma for entrepreneurs and what hiring teams miss.[12:13] Taking Bigger Swings — Compounding courage, offices, gear, and managing the losses (baseball analogy).[14:11] Handling Failures Fast — Day-of fury, next-day reset; contingency realities and resilience.[16:47] AI + Authenticity — What Exclusent automates (sourcing, verification, notes) vs. what stays human (relationships).[18:19] Tools in the Stack — Sourcing evolution, AI interviews for access + fairness, caution on agentic outreach.[20:08] New Roles in TA — Vendor bets, process owners, and the rise of AI/TA SMEs.[22:36] Volume, Speed, and CX — Instant assessments, fewer ghosted candidates, smarter human time.[25:28] Negotiation Masterclass — Real-market intel over Glassdoor, lever trading (base, equity, PTO), and tough love.[27:17] Salary Bands & Candor — Setting expectations, transparency on caps, and why companies pay for value.[29:16] The Negotiation Room — Jordan's new series: real back-and-forths, 3-minute breakdowns, teachable plays.[31:41] Offer Horror Stories — Sunday-night reversals, bonus games, and ethics fails caught on Gong.[36:23] The Next 5 Years — A tight team of 10 great recruiters, sensible AI, and protecting service quality.[37:58] Advice to Younger Self — Calm down, ride the waves, keep shipping good work.[38:52] Never Lift Off the Gas — Consistency lessons from dry spells; content + practitioner balance.[40:10] What Keeps Him Up — Housing hunt, macro uncertainty, and waiting for clearer signals.[41:33] Defining Success — Peace of mind over vanity metrics; doing work you're proud of.[42:48] Wrap + Calls to Action — Where to find Jordan/Exclusent and how to support the show.
The GoPowercat Powercat Podcast returns, this time focusing on Kansas State basketball. Coming off back-to-back losses to Top 10 teams, Coach Jerome Tang's Wildcats face Arizona State on Saturday in a game both teams desperately need to win. This edition of the Powercat Podcast features GoPowercat.com publisher Tim Fitzgerald and GPC staff writer Jon Grove. The Powercat Podcast is part of the 247Sports Podcast Network at Megaphone.fm. Are you enjoying our free video coverage of the Wildcats? Lock in at GoPowercat with a VIP subscription and unlock everything we have to offer. CLICK HERE TO GET 75% OFF YOUR ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION TO GOPOWERCAT Our premium message board — Wabash Station — is a fan-favorite, as K-State nation joins together with non-stop discussion, debates and banter. Whether you want to join in on the action and post your thoughts on a daily basis or just sit back and see what people are saying, everyone has a place on Wabash Station. With premium scoop from our staff members, along with constant recruiting updates, Wabash Station is the place to be. But gaining access to Wabash Station only scratches the surface. While some articles are free, a good chunk of our written content is available exclusively for VIPs at GoPowercat. Whether it's top-notch breakdowns or unfiltered analysis, our VIP articles offer insight found nowhere else. Longtime publisher Tim Fitzgerald has assembled a one-of-a-kind crew. His right-hand man, Ryan Gilbert serves as managing editor, overseeing the day-to-day operations on the site. Recruiting editor Cole Carmody not only keeps you in the loop with all things recruiting but also pitches in with cerebral football coverage. Jon Grove and Grant Snowden, both current journalism students at K-State, provide a fresh perspective on the Wildcats. Ethan Fitzgerald is the true jack of all trades, covering everything from women's basketball to soccer. Former offensive lineman Brien Hanley and former defensive back Monte Spiller also proudly contribute to GoPowercat with unmatched football knowledge. On the basketball side, GoPowercat is also blessed to have Clent Stewart on board, as the former K-State guard from 2004-08 is a literal hoops expert. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up to GoPowercat now! CLICK HERE AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR CURRENT OFFER To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gannon University Wrestling is rolling — and the head man behind it is as real as it gets.On Airey Bros Radio Ep. 427, we go Belly to Belly with Tom Boyd, Head Wrestling Coach at Gannon University, to break down what true NCAA Division II development looks like year-to-year — and why the Golden Knights have become one of the most consistent programs in the country.Coach Boyd talks Gannon's fast start (3–0 in duals), team titles at the Mount Union Invitational & Ohio Intercollegiate Open, a 4th-place finish at the Midwest Classic, and the program's No. 5 ranking in the NWCA Coaches Poll (Nov. 20) — while keeping the main thing the main thing: peaking in March.We also dig into:The seamless transition from legendary coach Don Henry to BoydHow Gannon builds culture, accountability, and “no-hide” competitorsPortal recruiting done the right way (finding guys with gas left in the tank)NIL at the D2 level — housing, health insurance, and community give-backRecruiting Erie, PA: lake-effect winters, hunting/fishing, and big-time academicsWhy engineering + D2 wrestling is a rare, powerful combo for recruitsIf you're a recruit, parent, coach, or fan who cares about culture + development + opportunity, this episode is a blueprint.SUPPORT (Value-for-Value): Buy us a coffee ☕Follow / Subscribe: YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts + IG @aireybrosradioFueled by: Black Sheep EnduranceTime Stamps / Show Notes0:00 ABR mission: spotlighting programs athletes “should've known” in recruiting0:30 Howdy & Aloha intro + Value-for-Value + Black Sheep Endurance1:29 Who is Coach Tom Boyd: Gannon lifer, All-American, staff since 19952:12 2025 season snapshot: 3–0 duals, titles, Midwest Classic, No. 5 NWCA (Nov. 20)3:01 Where recruits/parents can find Gannon Wrestling + socials3:48 Connection to Ryan LeBlanc + coaching Boyd's son (and now coaching together)6:33 Coaching your own kid: balancing “dad vs coach” + letting the athlete own it8:23 Parents & pressure: protecting wrestlers, transparency, and peaking in March9:31 Midwest Classic breakdown: “midterm exam,” brutal match load, lessons learned10:36 Boyd's roots at Gannon: from forfeits/vans → top-5 national program12:52 “Slow and steady” building: alumni, booster support, resources, closing the gap14:02 Key Midwest performances: Jerry Echavarria wins 133 + 6 placers15:14 Lineup upgrades coming: Dorian Crosby, Danny Kaiser, Holden Hoon + more depth16:14 Erie location advantage: 2 hrs to Cleveland/Buffalo/Pittsburgh, endless competition17:24 Key matchups + mindset: not satisfied with regional goals — chasing top 3 consistently18:16 Ranked #5: embracing the target and competing “no hiding”19:01 Injury defaults / pulling guys: character, expectations, and wrestling back20:12 Coaching losses: process > outcome, individual approaches, confidence building22:17 Social media era: adapt, don't be a victim, teach kids to be good men24:10 Leaving the sport with “a good taste”: doing everything you can, no regrets25:40 Chiropractor + head coach: two callings, balancing time, being “wired”29:00 Recruiting pitch: campus + student life + engineering, cybersecurity, aviation30:48 Erie, PA vibe: walkable downtown, winter “Hallmark,” lake effect life32:47 Outdoors recruiting: fishing, hunting, lake + steelhead/trout33:35 Recruiting footprint: PA/OH/NY + nationwide (TX/FL/WA/Germany)37:02 What Boyd wants in a recruit: Energy Bus, culture fit, character, commitment38:19 Wrestling room = sanctuary: leadership, energy, showing up for athletes41:01 Freshmen vs portal: developing 20 freshmen while using portal strategically42:31 NIL at Gannon: real-life support + giving back through PAL/youth wrestling45:04 Old school mindset, modern reality: adapt or get left behind46:22 Finding portal guys with “gas”: opportunity + academics + hunger48:32 Portal exits done right: honest conversations, good terms, opportunity matters50:03 Internships + career prep: Erie Insurance, business pipelines, grad support51:18 Coaching tree + alumni impact (high school coaches + program branches)52:23 Pre-chiro pipeline + why it fits wrestling culture55:42 Midwest Classic grind + doing adjustments at tournaments56:35 Final recruiting message: find your home, fit matters more than the “sell”58:02 Fun closer: 814 meaning + facilities pride + coffee habits1:00:17 Daily rhythm: consistency, bath ritual, elliptical, being “go go go”1:01:35 Vision Quest + 80s alternative + “What can I do better today?”1:04:46 Guilty pleasure: candy/sweet tooth (Milky Ways, peanut M&M's)1:06:00 Wrap: shoutout Coach LeBlanc + best of luck vs Edinburgh + Value-for-Value outro
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The GoPowercat Powercat Podcast returns with the Transfer Portal open and Collin Klein's new coaching staff adding new players via the portal. This edition of the Powercat Podcast features GoPowercat.com publisher Tim Fitzgerald and GPC recruiting analyst Cole Carmody. The Powercat Podcast is part of the 247Sports Podcast Network at Megaphone.fm. Are you enjoying our free video coverage of the Wildcats? Lock in at GoPowercat with a VIP subscription and unlock everything we have to offer. CLICK HERE TO GET 75% OFF YOUR ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION TO GOPOWERCAT Our premium message board — Wabash Station — is a fan-favorite, as K-State nation joins together with non-stop discussion, debates and banter. Whether you want to join in on the action and post your thoughts on a daily basis or just sit back and see what people are saying, everyone has a place on Wabash Station. With premium scoop from our staff members, along with constant recruiting updates, Wabash Station is the place to be. But gaining access to Wabash Station only scratches the surface. While some articles are free, a good chunk of our written content is available exclusively for VIPs at GoPowercat. Whether it's top-notch breakdowns or unfiltered analysis, our VIP articles offer insight found nowhere else. Longtime publisher Tim Fitzgerald has assembled a one-of-a-kind crew. His right-hand man, Ryan Gilbert serves as managing editor, overseeing the day-to-day operations on the site. Recruiting editor Cole Carmody not only keeps you in the loop with all things recruiting but also pitches in with cerebral football coverage. Jon Grove and Grant Snowden, both current journalism students at K-State, provide a fresh perspective on the Wildcats. Ethan Fitzgerald is the true jack of all trades, covering everything from women's basketball to soccer. Former offensive lineman Brien Hanley and former defensive back Monte Spiller also proudly contribute to GoPowercat with unmatched football knowledge. On the basketball side, GoPowercat is also blessed to have Clent Stewart on board, as the former K-State guard from 2004-08 is a literal hoops expert. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up to GoPowercat now! CLICK HERE AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR CURRENT OFFER To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, the conversation covers Brandan Tobin's summers selling books, the people he learned from, and the experiences that shaped how he approaches sales and leadership today. Brandan talks about starting out skeptical of the program, thinking it might be a scam, and showing up to Nashville realizing it was very real and very serious.He shares stories from the field, including recruiting challenges, managing a large group early in his career, and learning how confidence, persistence, and systems affect performance. The discussion moves into how he tracked referrals using a handwritten notebook, how that system worked for him, and why building something you understand matters more than using a tool you don't.The episode also explores Brandan's work building CRM systems, what differentiates their approach from platforms like HubSpot and Salesforce, and why follow-up systems often matter more than lead quality. He explains how automations, voicemail drops, texting, and consistent follow-up impact conversion rates.Along the way, there are memorable field stories, including bike crashes, host families, nurses who bought books, and moments where persistence paid off in unexpected ways. The conversation wraps with reflections on faith, alignment with business partners, and why being on the same page matters regardless of belief.00:01:53 – Early connections, sales school, and shared experiences00:02:22 – Introduction to Brandan Tobin and background00:03:45 – Growth awards, leadership roles, and early success00:13:03 – Using CRM systems to manage buyers and follow-up00:18:00 – Building CRM tools to help small businesses compete00:21:47 – Why follow-up systems outperform lead quality00:29:18 – Helping business owners define their sales process00:33:37 – Pivoting from consulting to software development00:35:32 – Using voicemail drops and reminders to drive action00:45:08 – Recruiting stories and standout leaders01:10:29 – Host families, delivery challenges, and field logistics01:11:22 – Managing a large organization with limited experience01:21:18 – Tracking referrals with a handwritten system01:36:33 – Memorable field stories and “sit-downs”01:37:26 – Bike crash story and persistence in the field01:51:46 – Lessons on treating strangers and people skills01:52:43 – Meeting a famous athlete in the field02:06:26 – Faith, relationships, and being aligned with partners02:07:16 – Closing thoughts and how to connect after the episodeBrandan Tobin is a believer in Christ and a humble salesman. His mission is to expand God's kingdom by helping good people grow great businesses and increase their charitable giving.As the CRO with Knowledge Gap Consulting, Brandan leads the sales team and is still in the field, helping salespeople and entrepreneurs convert more leads in less time with custom built, AI-powered, CRM solutions. Over his nearly 20 year career in sales and business, Brandan built sales teams and sold for a variety of industries, including mortgage, real estate, solar, SaaS software and of course, books.He hit the double growth award his 2nd summer, and the quadruple growth award his 3rd summer, delivering over 8,000 units after hitting Mort, Chairman's and PC several times. As a 19 year old sophomore and B manager, Brandan helped lead a group of 22 first years and only 3 other managers, also on their B summers….and not a single person quit.Brandan went on to close more than $7,000,000 of annually recurring revenue as an account executive for various tech companies until partnering with Joe Ignace, another SW alum, to sell their own software, Velocity 360.None of it came easily or naturally and Brandan will be the first to tell you, none of it would'vebeen possible without the grace of God, being coachable, and really great mentors.
In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, host Eric Stein sits down with Walter Sabrin of Venture Employer Services for a wide-ranging conversation on the realities of hiring, recruiting, and retaining talent in today's insurance agency environment. Drawing on decades of experience, Walter breaks down why agencies should always be recruiting, how internal referral programs and small-scale job fairs can deliver outsized results, and why traditional job boards often fail to reach the best candidates. The discussion also explores proactive headhunting, building a recruiting pipeline for future needs, leveraging nearshore and remote talent to reduce costs while increasing productivity, and the importance of communication, training, and career progression in improving retention. Together, Eric and Walter share practical, real-world insights that agency owners can use to strengthen their teams, adapt to a changing workforce, and build a sustainable hiring strategy for the future.
On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discussed the challenges of roster retention following a coaching change, emphasizing the importance of retaining key players such as Bryce Underwood, Andrew Marsh, and Blake Frazier. Despite losing Cole Sullivan to Oklahoma, the team has retained most of the top names. The conversation highlighted the financial pressures of overpaying players to retain them. The retention efforts involving Enow Etta, Trey Pierce, Jyaire Hill, and Shamari Earls are covered in detail. Turning to future prospects, the team also discussed potential recruits and portal targets, including Bodie Sparrow, JJ Buchanan, and Quincy Porter, and noted the strategic importance of balancing production and potential in recruiting decisions. Porter's talent and star potential were highlighted, while Buchanan's familiarity with the offensive system and chance to make an immediate impact were emphasized. Finally, the conversation also covered receiver Dakota Guerrant's decision-making process and the importance of securing top in-state talent. Get 50% off an annual subscription to TheMichiganInsider.com during our Transfer Portal Special, but act fast. This deal is available only for a limited time. - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/UserSubscription/New/?Subscription=2661 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The resume has been broken for 200 years. AI just made it worse. I sat down with Matt Alder—25 years in talent acquisition, 11 years hosting The Recruiting Future Podcast. He didn't sugarcoat it. Here's what we unpacked: Resumes and interviews are the
Send us a textIn the debut episode of Recruiting Reality Check, Katie Neff and Japheth Mast break down the real story of “Sophomore Sally” – a strong candidate at a fringe target school who's panicking about junior-year recruiting and ready to apply everywhere (the “spaghetti at the wall” trap).In this episode, you'll learn:Why applying to everything hurts your chancesHow to build a focused 6–8 firm target list (with clear criteria)How to network in a way that earns real advocates + referralsWhat “commitment” actually looks like (and why recruiting started yesterday)Want help like Sally is getting?The January Black Belt cohort closes Tuesday, January 13 (limited spots). Learn more and join.Additional Resources:Join January Black BeltBook a free 15-minute call with Katie to map out your best pathConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.
Major transfer portal chaos collides with the College Football Playoff as quarterbacks flip commitments, NIL agreements unravel, and CFP semifinal rosters are suddenly in flux. A Washington quarterback enters the portal just days after signing an NIL deal, a Notre Dame backup commits and flips within 24 hours, and Nebraska pivots quickly to land an experienced transfer.The episode also covers Oregon losing a key running back ahead of the CFP semifinal against Indiana, why that injury materially changes the matchup, and how roster depth matters more than ever in playoff football. Viewership numbers for the CFP quarterfinals are in, and they're up significantly year over year — even with blowouts — raising big questions about what actually drives ratings in the expanded playoff era.The show wraps with a discussion of potential College Football Playoff calendar changes, including moving the transfer portal and recruiting windows, and why the current December–January crunch is unsustainable for players, coaches, and programs.
In this week's episode of Everything Fast Pitch, Coach Tory and Coach Don connect to record episode 402, marking the beginning of the 2026 season. The discussion covers several key segments, including the warmup segment featuring City of the Week (Charlotte, NC), Player of the Week and an equipment tip about Square Cuts training discs, and an intriguing listener question. The lead-off segment focuses on players' preparation for the spring season, stressing the importance of self-care and conditioning. The clean-up topic addresses how a listener can get started in umpiring. The coaching tip of the week emphasizes coaching players to achieve their goals rather than focusing on avoiding mistakes. Support the show
Georgia's 2025 season comes to a sudden stop in the Sugar Bowl as Ole Miss wins 39-34, and we walk through the trip, the game-day atmosphere, and the gut-punch finish. We break down the UGA offense (run game, protection issues, and Gunner Stockton's performance) and what changed from the first Ole Miss matchup, then pivot to the defense facing an all-time QB performance from Trinidad Chambliss. We also talk clock management on the final goal-to-go sequence, missed chances in the third quarter, and why this still felt like an overachieving team that laid groundwork for 2026. Finally, we preview the College Football Playoff semifinals (Ole Miss vs Miami, Oregon vs Indiana) and make our picks. We hope you enjoy this episode, and as always, GO DAWGS! TIMESTAMPS:00:00:01 - Intro00:05:53 - NOLA Trip Recap00:21:09 - UGA Offense vs Ole Miss Defense00:38:22 - UGA Defense vs Ole Miss Offense00:51:54 - Season Perspective01:00:16 - CFP Semifinals01:20:40 - We Will Be Back! SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: For just $5/month, you can support our podcast & unlock exclusive perks. Visit https://www.patreon.com/rowsixty & join today! GET YOUR GAMEDAY GEAR HERE: peachstatepride.com/collections/uga CONNECT WITH US:Patreon: patreon.com/rowsixtyFacebook: facebook.com/rowsixtyInstagram: instagram.com/rowsixty/TikTok: tiktok.com/@rowsixtyYouTube: youtube.com/rowsixtyWebsite: rowsixty.comStore: rowsixty.com/store
The Knight Report Podcast is back, hosts Mike Broadbent and Richie O'Leary break down Rondo Porter's commitment to Rutgers Football and a number of other topics, including some notable upcoming visitors 00:00 Introduction to Rondo Porter 11:10 Djibril Abdul-Rahman's Departure 16:41 Isiah Chisholm's Visit and Potential Commitment 19:21 Bradlee Jones: A Speedy Cornerback Prospect 27:29 Analyzing Zach Bergmann's Potential 33:02 Linebacker Depth and Future Prospects 35:23 Recruiting Updates and Portal Activity 40:38 Financial Strategies in Recruiting 47:26 The Impact of Leadership on Recruitment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ryan Brauninger and Billy Liucci join the show from inside the Rollo Insurance Studio to kick off the hour with a look at the Texas A&M football landscape, including the transfer portal and recruiting. Tom Schuberth, TexAgs basketball contributor, joins the show from inside the Rollo Insurance Studio to talk all things Aggie basketball.
Are you facing the pressure to reinvent your business before it's too late? Imagine your cash flow vanishing, your team at risk, and your market shifting overnight.In this candid, deeply human episode, Sivana Brewer talks to Ruth Velez, COO and co-founder of Vinali Group, who led her company from the brink of collapse during COVID through a string of audacious pivots to global growth. Ruth exposes the real emotional rollercoaster behind leading with your partner, building culture across borders, hiring and keeping amazing talent, and never losing faith, no matter how chaotic it gets.This episode isn't just about operations, it's about surviving, adapting, and growing stronger together. Listen now to avoid the pain of stalling out, wasting years on the wrong models, or letting fear keep you stuck. Don't miss Ruth's rare, actionable insights. You won't get this level of honesty or inside story anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – The bold moment Ruth and her husband decided failure was NOT an option[02:50] – How COVID nearly destroyed their staffing business—and the exact pivot that saved them[03:59] – Recruiting from Colombia: training from scratch to building a cross-border powerhouse[05:45] – Nearshoring vs. offshoring: hidden advantages for cost, culture, trust[08:52] – Security, HR, and team-building—the true reasons to use a staffing partner[12:00] – Grit and transparency: the secret to client loyalty during chaos[17:48] – Marriage + business: the COO/CEO dynamic, picking which wild ideas to follow[24:06] – Being the “options queen”—conquering doubts and finding your strengths[33:42] – Building legacy: raising entrepreneurial kids in a family business[35:34] – Only work with clients who TRULY fit—how that changed everythingAbout the GuestRuth Velez is COO and co-founder of Vinali Group, an international nearshore staffing company headquartered in Orlando, FL with offices in Colombia and across Latin America. Ruth is known for operational excellence, culture-building, and helping US companies leverage nearshoring for both trust and talent.
Ole Miss Spirit recruiting analyst Zach Berry joined the Rebel Yell Hotline on Monday. Harry Harrison of the Ole Miss Radio Network also joined.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Underdog Fantasy and use my code CHAMPIONS for a great deal: https://underdogfantasy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Southwestern Oregon just made HISTORY — winning the first NWAC Women's Cross Country Championship in school history… and they did it with five freshmen scorers. In Airey Bros Radio Ep. 426, we go live with the architect behind the Lakers' rise: Coach Steve Delgado (SWOCC). We talk NWAC vs NJCAA, why JUCO is one of the best pathways in college running right now, and how a program goes from non-scoring to championship culture in a hurry. We also dive into the legend and lore of Coos Bay, Oregon — home of Steve Prefontaine — plus the behind-the-scenes coaching habits that actually build alignment: recruiting truth, standards, team connection, and Coach Delgado's best advice of the night: “Lean into conflict.” (Culture doesn't happen by accident.) ✅ Topics Covered:SWOCC's jump from last place energy to NWAC ChampionsWhat a true “champion experience” means at the JUCO levelTaylor Dickey & Lydia Montes De Oca going 1–2 and gapping the fieldMen's program podium finish — best since 1970Recruiting, affordability, housing, and why the JUCO path is boomingTraining philosophy, thresholds, and building the “better humans” mentality☕ Fueled by Black Sheep Endurance Coaching blacksheependurance.com/
The journey into talent acquisition is rarely linear, and this episode brings that to life as host Ryan Dull sits down with Stef Nikitas, Director of TA at Ace Hardware Corporation, to explore her global career path and the transformation of TA at one of the most recognized brands in retail. They discuss the unique recruiting challenges created by Ace Hardware's cooperative store model, the evolution of TA operations over the past decade and how Stef has driven major initiatives in process design, technology, data and candidate experience. She also reflects on how COVID accelerated change, why quality must replace quantity in hiring and how AI and automation continue to reshape the TA landscape.Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction.02:34 Stef fell into TA after a three-year HR apprenticeship in Germany.07:01 Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated.09:53 Hiring was siloed, driving the need to centralize TA.11:56 Peak season becomes “speed dating” to hit staffing levels fast.15:16 Grace, their chatbot, automates candidate care and keeps applicants engaged.18:17 TA shifted from volume metrics to a deeper focus on quality of hire.22:07 The career site was relaunched, and AI helped realign recruiter levels.25:43 Be a sponge, say yes often and own your development.Resources Mentioned:Stef Nikitashttps://www.linkedin.com/in/snikitas/Ace Hardware Corporation | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/acehardwarecorp/Ace Hardware Corporation | Websitehttp://www.acehardware.comThis episode is brought to you by Sagemark HR.Sagemark HR can help you:✔ Improve your talent practices and make better, more informed people decisions.After 20+ years of experience leading Recruiting and Talent Acquisition across a wide variety of industries, I've seen enough hires (over 100,000 to date) to know that hiring decisions truly can make or break an organization.✔ Identify opportunities to not only improve your talent practices, but also delivering tangible business results.We understand every organization is different, and there's no one-size-fits-all magic solution. So we listen first and identify the gaps and sticking points in your current process before ever recommending a solution.✔ Bridge the gap from “traditional” to modern recruiting, without the painful learning curve.We believe recruiting, talent, and HR technology is a deep well of untapped business potential, and our mission is to help you identify and implement those hiring tools in a way that works for you.If you're interested in learning more, you can reach me at:www.sagemarkhr.com✉ ryan.dull@sagemarkhr.com#Talent #Recruiting #HRTech
Chad Wilson with Larry Blustein to talk why the high schoolers are getting effected by the NIL system. He talks about why kids need to be better at when to transfer or not.
Zack poff joins Larry Blustein to talk about all the high school football games he's traveled to all throughout the country this year to check all the high school games.
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Duke escapes two hard fought games against Georgia Tech and Florida State. Now they prepare to 2 even tougher tests with Louisville and SMU. We also give a quick recruiting recap after Deron Rippey's commitment. Tough week coming up for Duke. How will they handle it? Let's Go Duke!
Recruiting on social sounds easy… until you try it. In this episode of HR Famous, Tim Sackett sits down with Sean Worden (CEO/Founder) and Katy Schuck (Co-Founder/COO) of Reelist to unpack why most TA teams struggle to hire through Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and beyond, and what it actually takes to make social recruiting work in the real world. Sean starts with the big picture: Reelist makes it “ridiculously easy” to recruit off social by automating creative, running paid + organic campaigns, handling brand safety and compliance, messaging and screening candidates, and tying it all back to your ATS with real-time optimization. Then the conversation gets fun: Reelist didn't start there. It began as a “TikTok for jobs” concept (think video-based matching)… until they realized it was turning into a job board with extra steps. The pivot? Build the infrastructure that helps employers recruit where people already are on their phones while scrolling. Tim pushes into the questions every TA leader asks: Which channel works best for in-person roles? The answer isn't a generic “TikTok!” It depends on geography and density. For rural and small-town hiring, Sean breaks down why Facebook and Instagram often outperform, while TikTok targeting can fall apart when it forces broad DMA-level reach that doesn't match “I need someone to drive 15 minutes to this plant.” Katy brings the strategy home with two essentials: awareness and action. Social ads aren't meant to impress your C-suite, they're meant to hit candidates with what they care about (pay, conditions, location) in a tight message, then make it frictionless to apply now. That “instant gratification” moment matters because speed matters. Tim shares a Marriott story that proves it: the advantage often goes to whoever responds first, not to whoever has the prettiest employer-brand deck. They also dig into what “viral” means for recruiting content (including share-to-view ratios and platform-specific behavior), why the best videos qualify and disqualify quickly, and how social can reduce junk and bot applications by capturing real intent. Finally, the crew gets into agentic AI vs. traditional GenAI, API-driven automation, real-time ATS integrations, and why security/compliance (SOC 2 Type II and more) isn't optional anymore. If you've ever said, “We've tried social… it didn't work,” this episode might change your mind and your playbook.
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Breaking News: Ohio State Loses Cornerback Aaron Scott to Transfer PortalIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, host Tony Gerdeman breaks down the breaking news of Ohio State cornerback Aaron Scott entering the transfer portal. The discussion includes the implications of Scott's departure, the impact on Ohio State's future roster, and potential replacements through the current team, recruits, and the transfer portal. Tony also addresses questions surrounding Jermaine Matthews' return and other related roster changes. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of Ohio State's defensive back situation and the ongoing chaos in college football.00:00 Introduction and Breaking News00:31 Impact of Aaron Scott's Transfer01:51 Potential Replacements and Team Adjustments03:42 Recruiting and Transfer Portal Strategy07:08 Future Prospects and Player Development09:43 Conclusion and Podcast Updates
Scarlett Schremmer is a two-time Rolex Junior All-American. Scarlett joins the Mental Toughness Podcast to share how surfing, faith, family, and competitiveness shaped her path to elite junior golf. 0:02 From Hawaii to Augusta National & The U 1:08 Every-weekend surf contests & early pressure 2:39 Surfing danger and life-on-the-line mental toughness 4:01 Shark encounter at Snapper Rocks 7:03 How surfing mechanics transfer to golf 8:51 “Competing is competing” in solo sports 10:31 LPGA mom lessons on stacking days 12:04 Productive training vs. burnout 13:19 Leaving golf at the course & mental recovery 15:16 Box jumps, speed, and gym growth 16:05 Chipping battles with Mom 17:06 Learning from the U.S. National Junior Team 19:49 Coach Zambri and damage-control golf 21:09 Decade Golf and knowing your misses 28:11 Gratitude learned through separation 30:33 Recruiting chaos and following intuition 33:59 Environment and belief at Texas A&M 40:37 Faith as a resiliency anchor 45:24 Message to young golfers: chances are never zero Don't forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram! Follow At: X @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell
GoPowercat's Ryan Gilbert teams up with former Kansas State players Clent Stewart and Jordan Henriquez as Big 12 play begins against BYU on Saturday. Are you enjoying our free video coverage of the Wildcats? Lock in at GoPowercat with a VIP subscription and unlock everything we have to offer. Our premium message board — Wabash Station — is a fan-favorite, as K-State nation joins together with non-stop discussion, debates and banter. Whether you want to join in on the action and post your thoughts on a daily basis or just sit back and see what people are saying, everyone has a place on Wabash Station. With premium scoop from our staff members, along with constant recruiting updates, Wabash Station is the place to be. But gaining access to Wabash Station only scratches the surface. While some articles are free, a good chunk of our written content is available exclusively for VIPs at GoPowercat. Whether it's top-notch breakdowns or unfiltered analysis, our VIP articles offer insight found nowhere else. Longtime publisher Tim Fitzgerald has assembled a one-of-a-kind crew. His right-hand man, Ryan Gilbert, serves as managing editor, overseeing the day-to-day operations on the site. Recruiting editor Cole Carmody not only keeps you in the loop with all things recruiting but also pitches in with cerebral football coverage. Jon Grove and Grant Snowden, both current journalism students at K-State, provide a fresh perspective on the Wildcats. Ethan Fitzgerald is the true jack of all trades, covering everything from women's basketball to soccer. Former offensive lineman Brien Hanley and former defensive back Monte Spiller also proudly contribute to GoPowercat with unmatched football knowledge. On the basketball side, GoPowercat is also blessed to have Clent Stewart on board, as the former K-State guard from 2004-08 is a literal hoops expert. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up to GoPowercat now! CLICK HERE AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR CURRENT OFFER To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We go with the football only podcast to start the year - Thoughts on Andy Kotelnicki returning to KU - What it means for the program - KU fared well in the early returns of what they lost in the portal - Expect official visits this weekend - Overall thought on how many players by position could be needed - A look at the portal system and how KU handles it internally
Welcome BACK to The Road To Happy Valley!Pinstripe Bowl Champs! Penn State Beats Clemson! The Nittany Lions capped off a rollercoaster season with a dominant win against the Clemson Tigers at Yankee Stadium in New York City. In this week's brand-new episode, Noah Malone shares his thoughts on the game, key performances, and what this win means for Penn State football moving forward.Here's what to expect:- Game highlights: A defensive battle turned into fourth-quarter fireworks.- How younger players stepped up amidst a wave of opt-outs and proved their potential.- Terry Smith's leadership through adversity and rallying the team to a winning season.- Why this Pinstripe Bowl victory holds meaning for the team, fans, and program.- Transfer portal updates: Who's in, who's out, and what to expect as the portal officially opens.- Recruiting pipeline: Insights on Penn State's new DC.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro01:27 - Pinstripe Bowl Analysis05:13 - Player Performances11:03 - Terry Smith and Coaching Staff Insights12:46 - Importance of Bowl Games16:07 - Transfer Portal Update18:20 - New Commitments22:20 - Penn State Hires New Defensive Coordinator#collegefootball #nfl #cfb #pennstate #weare #happyvalley #football #sunday #saturday
Happy New Year and Happy Transfer Portal Eve Razorback Fans!! Utter chaos is next as the one-time transfer portal window opens on Jan. 2 and runs through Jan. 16. HawgSports LIVE is here for you on this holiday to discuss all the latest Arkansas roster movement, to break down what is on the horizon these next two weeks, what must be done and more. Plus, Hog Hoops is set to begin SEC play on Jan. 3 against Tennessee. Recruiting analyst Danny West and basketball insider Connor Goodson join host Trey Biddy for this edition of HawgSports LIVE... To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Buckeye Weekly: Ohio State Hires Cortez Hankton as Wide Receivers CoachIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Ohio State's reported hiring of LSU wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton to replace Brian Hartline. They cover Hankton's coaching background, his successful stints at Georgia and LSU, and how his recruitment track record could benefit the Buckeyes. The hosts also explore the potential implications for the offensive coordinator position and contemplate Ohio State's strategic coaching moves. Tune in to hear their thoughts on this significant coaching change and what it means for Ohio State football.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:37 Breaking News: New Wide Receiver Coach01:02 Cortez Hankton's Coaching Background02:24 Fan Reactions and Expectations03:09 Ryan Day's Hiring Track Record03:44 Offensive Coordinator Speculations05:34 Recruiting and Coaching Dynamics09:21 Cortez Hankton's Recruiting Success11:04 Conclusion and Sign-Off
In this episode, we head to Chapel Hill to chop it up with Coach Ian Moini, Associate Head Coach for UNC Cross Country & Track — and one of the key architects behind the Tar Heels' national distance surge. Coach Moini breaks down what it really looks like building (and sustain) a top-10 NCAA distance culture — from recruiting and development, to training philosophy, to balancing elite performance with world-class academics. We cover:UNC's rise into a national XC powerhouse + what “program standards” actually meanDeveloping NCAA champs and elite competitors (and what separates the great ones)Recruiting at UNC: high school, transfers, internationals — and the “fit” factorThe “intention gap” in modern NCAA distance runningHow UNC athletes manage academics + high-performance training without burning outTraining talk: double threshold (in moderation), strength combos, speed touch work2025 XC recap + indoor season outlook + meets to watchIf you're a recruit, parent, coach, or distance nerd who loves hearing how great programs are built the right way — this one's for you.Follow Coach Moini: IG: @coachianmoini | Team: @unctrack_fieldSupport the show: BuyMeACoffee.com/AireyBrosPowered by: Black Sheep Endurance Coaching: blacksheependurance.comShow Notes Ep. 425 — Coach Ian Moini (UNC) | Tar Heels XC/Track Culture + Recruiting + Training 00:00 – Why ABR exists: conversations we wish we had during recruiting00:51 – ABR intro + value-for-value + Black Sheep Endurance shoutout02:06 – Guest intro: Coach Ian Moini + UNC program accolades04:01 – Where to find Coach Moini (IG + email)04:35 – Pork roll or Taylor ham? + Is Central Jersey real?05:40 – Origin story: hockey → running → coaching06:45 – Three different college coaches in three years: impact on an athlete09:08 – Stability vs. culture: how the team kept momentum10:39 – Why UNC: education + athletic department investment11:54 – Princeton Day School → Pennington School shift + Coach Ritter influence13:02 – Hockey fandom + Carolina hockey culture14:09 – When Coach Chris Miltenberg arrived: new standards + expectations15:37 – Major at UNC + coaching education minor (and what was most valuable)16:32 – Early coaching pathway: volunteering/EMU internship → back to UNC staff17:22 – “Pinch me” moments: recruiting athletes + watching them grow18:24 – Parker Wolf & Ethan Strand arriving: what separated them early20:36 – Reverse engineering greatness: elite lifestyle vs. elite desire to win21:20 – The “intention gap” in NCAA distance (US kids vs. pro mindset)22:52 – Balancing pro-level running with UNC academics25:05 – Support systems: academic advising + sustainable success at UNC26:42 – Recruiting process: runway, relationships, and fit28:08 – How UNC differentiates when everyone wants the same recruits28:57 – Handling slumps: high support + high standards (no self-deception)30:44 – Day-to-day role: recruiting QB + increasing coaching responsibilities32:07 – Ops reality: yes, the Concur expense reports
AI is the most disruptive technology we've seen in our careers, but most industry conversations stay at the surface level of use cases and future predictions. This special bonus episode goes deeper. These four interviews, taken from a behind-the-scenes film I recently made, explore how AI recruiting products actually get built. We're talking to the people who created SmartRecruiters' AI-first platform Winston to uncover the lessons TA professionals need for their own AI transformation. Featuring: Shefali Netke, VP of Design, on how design decisions shape AI adoption in enterprise recruiting Thibaut Allard, Global Data Privacy & AI Lead, on navigating AI compliance where global regulations and rapid innovation collide Dave Novak, Global Director of Managed Services, on what it actually takes to turn AI ambition into operational reality Nicole Hammond, VP, Center of Excellence, on building true AI readiness from early mindset shifts to sustained capability If you want to understand the architecture, the legal landscape, and the human side of making AI work in recruiting, this is the episode.
Send us a textAI can sift resumes, flag cheaters, and surface real talent—but only if you pair it with clear roles, smart assessments, and disciplined communication. That's the system Ben Johnson, CEO of Particle 41, walks us through as we compare notes on hiring at scale, building global engineering teams, and turning remote work from transactional to tight-knit. We get specific on how an AI resume scorer and assessment workflow cut through 500+ applicants a week, why an 85% relevance threshold saves recruiter time, and how anti-cheating tools keep the signal clean across technical and non-technical roles.From there, we zoom out to the leadership moves that unlock elite performance. Accountability charts replace names with roles and outcomes, giving us a cleaner way to design teams, define expectations, and reduce constant reorgs. Ben's “practice squads” create small, cross-client groups that meet monthly, rotate moderators, and blend personal and professional growth—so engineers become confident consultants, not just coders. Layer on lightweight rituals like daily focus updates and weekly client status reports, and you get fewer meetings, clearer priorities, and faster delivery across time zones.We also unpack the product playbook: start with design to force hard decisions, define the real MVP, and make smart build, buy, or partner calls where customers feel it most. Before chasing “more AI,” get your SOPs in order, let teams prototype improvements with ChatGPT, and target one workflow at a time—aim small, miss small—to avoid overspending and measure impact. We close with a pragmatic security reminder: never reuse passwords, use a password manager, and assume AI is accelerating both offense and defense. Subscribe, share this with a builder who needs it, and tell us the one workflow you'll automate first.Support the show
Kansas State basketball is about to open Big 12 play, and Kansas State fans are in the process of seeing Collin Klein's football program built. The week between holidays is its own portal, leading to more K-State news and games. Publisher Tim Fitzgerald, managing editor Ryan Gilbert, football recruiting editor Cole Carmody, and GPC football analyst Monte Spiller. Are you enjoying our free video coverage of the Wildcats? Lock in at GoPowercat with a VIP subscription and unlock everything we have to offer. Our premium message board — Wabash Station — is a fan-favorite, as K-State nation joins together with non-stop discussion, debates and banter. Whether you want to join in on the action and post your thoughts on a daily basis or just sit back and see what people are saying, everyone has a place on Wabash Station. With premium scoop from our staff members, along with constant recruiting updates, Wabash Station is the place to be. But gaining access to Wabash Station only scratches the surface. While some articles are free, a good chunk of our written content is available exclusively for VIPs at GoPowercat. Whether it's top-notch breakdowns or unfiltered analysis, our VIP articles offer insight found nowhere else. Longtime publisher Tim Fitzgerald has assembled a one-of-a-kind crew. His right-hand man, Ryan Gilbert, serves as managing editor, overseeing the day-to-day operations on the site. Recruiting editor Cole Carmody not only keeps you in the loop with all things recruiting but also pitches in with cerebral football coverage. Jon Grove and Grant Snowden, both current journalism students at K-State, provide a fresh perspective on the Wildcats. Ethan Fitzgerald is the true jack of all trades, covering everything from women's basketball to soccer. Former offensive lineman Brien Hanley and former defensive back Monte Spiller also proudly contribute to GoPowercat with unmatched football knowledge. On the basketball side, GoPowercat is also blessed to have Clent Stewart on board, as the former K-State guard from 2004-08 is a literal hoops expert. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up to GoPowercat now! CLICK HERE AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR CURRENT OFFER To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Key highlights from the episode:0:00 – Introduction 4:00 – The emotional toll of moving your practice and why vague deal ranges make it worse 6:45 – Real examples of how inflated promises derail transitions and waste time 9:55 – What advisors should demand up front to ensure accurate pro formas and offers 16:30 – Why working with the right consultant can maximize your deal value and prevent costly mistakes 36:35 – Closing thoughts & contact info If you're considering a transition, don't let hype or half-truths guide your decision. Learn how to spot red flags, negotiate effectively, and choose a firm that truly supports your business.--Learn more about our companies and resources:-Elite Consulting Partners | Financial Advisor Transitions: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com-Elite Marketing Concepts | Marketing Services for Financial Advisors: https://elitemarketingconcepts.com-Elite Advisor Successions | Advisor Mergers and Acquisitions: https://eliteadvisorsuccessions.com-JEDI Database Solutions | Technology Solutions for Advisors: https://jedidatabasesolutions.com Listen to more Advisor Talk episodes: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/podcasts/