In this conversation, Tiffani Martinez from Otter PR discusses her career journey and her role as the Head of HR. We discuss overcrowded applicant pools, the lack of empathy, and what role emotional intelligence plays in today's version of HR. The role of HR has evolved to become a driver of business, impacting revenue and employee well-being. Where does your company fall on this spectrum? Takeaways The role of HR involves various responsibilities, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. Hiring can be challenging, with a large number of applicants to review and assess ..read more

Tara Fournier, Chief People Officer tackles change management and employee retention, communication, access, and caring. We ask hard the hard questions to understand where HR should fall as it relates to support. Should HR be an advocate for the employee or should they be an advocate for the betterment of the company? It's a fine line. Here's the story. Takeaways The role of a Chief People Officer is to oversee HR operations, manage people, culture, and engagement, and help organizations navigate through periods of change. Employee retention is a significant challenge, and companies need to ..read more

In this episode Katie Breault, Chief Delivery Officer at YUPRO shares her story of mentorship and her work as a skills-first placement firm connecting nonprofit workforce development training program graduates with corporate partners. We explore how investing in peoples potential from internships to mentorships changes how employees connect with their employer. Takeaways YUPRO is a skills-first placement firm that connects nonprofit workforce development training program graduates with corporate partners. They focus on helping talent with limited work experience navigate the job search proce ..read more

In this episode, we talk with Lisa Sterling, Chief People Officer at Perceptix. We explore Lisa's journey and uncover her triumphs and the hurdles she overcame on her path to the C-Suite. Lisa candidly discusses workplace dynamics, leadership transitions, the essence of corporate culture, and the pitfalls of silencing one's voice, emphasizing its impact on personal growth. She reflects on the visionary leadership of CEOs such as Rudy Karsan, Troy Kanter, David Ossip, and Scott Scherr, who serve as catalysts for team success. Drawing from her role as a CHRO and an executive, Lisa shares insight ..read more

In this episode we speak with Amy Mosher, Chief People Officer with isolved to learn about her journey from HR Generalist to Chief People Officer for one of the industry's most loved workplaces ..read more

In this episode we sit down with Anthony Pacilio, VP of Neurodiverse Solutions at CAI, to explore neurodiversity in the workplace and how employers can work to accommodate neurodiverse talent. Neurodiversity is about recognizing and valuing the unique perspectives and abilities of individuals who think differently and process information in a different way. Takeaways Neurodiversity is about recognizing and valuing the unique perspectives and abilities of individuals who think differently and process information in a different way. There is a need for education and training to create inclusive ..read more

Charlie Judy, Chief People and Culture Officer at Intelligent Medical Objects, discusses his unconventional journey from accounting to HR, and later to tech innovation. With insights from his 13-year tenure at Deloitte and international assignments, he shares perspectives on workplace culture, remote work challenges, and career transitions. From redefining job hopping to embracing risks, Judy reflects on the evolving landscape of HR and employee experiences. Takeaways Charlie Judy's career path from accounting to HR showcases the value of diverse experiences in shaping HR professionals. Inte ..read more

In this episode, Ryan Leary and William Tincup chat with Laura Mazzullo, founder of Eastside Staffing, about the nuances of talent acquisition. They tackle recruiter therapy, setting boundaries for both hiring managers and candidates, and the pivotal role of external staffing firms as companies scale. Takeaways Working with HR clients can be challenging due to the embarrassment factor and the perception that they should be able to handle recruitment themselves. Clients may feel shame or guilt about needing external help, but it's important to remind them that it's not a failure and that exter ..read more

We speak with TA veteran and 6-time author Bas van de Haterd who has recently co-authored with Kevin Wheeler, "Talent Acquisition Excellence: Using Digital Capabilities and Analytics to Improve Recruitment" We explore technology's role in sourcing, branding, and recruitment processes. From digital pre-selection to analytics, we unravel the ethical considerations and skills essential for future-proof recruitment, featuring real-world case studies and expert insights. Key Takeaways Talent acquisition professionals should focus on talent strategy and execution, aligning it with the corporat ..read more

Donald Knight is an industry veteran, currently the Chief People Officer at Greenhouse Software joins us to dissect his rise to leading people at one of the most forward thinking HR and Work Tech companies on the planet. We interrogate Donald (in a nice way) to learn about his upbringing, education, and his career. From law school and LSATs to falling in love with understanding why organizations thrive - Donald converts his ridiculously high energy into the conversation that can help to answer some of the question that you may have on career growth and intentionally studying successful leaders ..read more