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Recruiters Will Decide Which Companies Survive the Silver Talent Wave
The Jim Stroud PodcastCompanies claim they cannot find enough talent while routinely rejecting professionals with decades of experience. This episode examines the “overqualified” trap, age bias in recruiting, and how outdated hiring systems may be creating the very talent shortages companies are struggling to solve. Brought to you by my newsletters: The Recruiting Life Career Intelligence Weekly https://newsletter.jimstroud.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
REPLAY: Building Building HR's Most Subscribed Newsletter with Hebba Youssef
Workfluencer: Personal Branding & Content CreationHow do you come up with newsletter ideas every week? If you write anything on a schedule, you've felt this pain. Hebba Youssef writes I Hate It Here, one of the biggest newsletters in HR, and she used to do what most of us do: wake up on Sunday and pick a random thought. It worked until it didn't. "It's really stressful when you're trying to be creative in the chaos." Her fix: pick one theme per quarter, then break it into 12 newsletters that build on each other. Readers get a continuous story instead of scattered takes, and she never faces a blank page. The themes come from pop culture, because of course they do. Steal this system. It works! This is one of my favorite episodes. If you currently have a newsletter or if you're thinking of starting one, this is a must listen! RESOURCES MENTIONED: Subscribe to I Hate It Here: https://join.hateithere.co/e13d9d5b/13 Join the Safe Space community: https://hateithere.co/community/safe-space/ CONNECT WITH US: Connect with Hebba: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssef/ Connect with Rhona: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce Want to turn your team into creators? Visit workfluencermedia.com to learn how we help companies build video-first content systems that attract, engage, and retain talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#127- Special Edition Series: Why Twelve People Matter More Than Twelve Thousand
Digital Recruiter PodcastEpisode Summary Clark Willcox pulls Ross Mayfield in front of the mic for an inside look at what's actually driving results on LinkedIn right now. Ross has spent five years as Director of Customer Success at Digital Recruiter, guiding over 300 recruiters through the content workshop, with results ranging from a $300K project win to a pipeline that made up 60% of one firm's revenue. The conversation starts with the trap of writing for other recruiters instead of hiring managers, and why the posts that get the most engagement are often the ones doing the least business development. Ross breaks down the math behind why lower impressions can mean a post is working exactly as intended, and Clark backs it up with real numbers from his own posts to prove it. They get into the fear of "giving away the farm," why specificity feels risky but filters for the right buyer, and how AI content falls flat when it's asked to write a LinkedIn post instead of being fed real expertise first. The second half covers a business development mistake costing recruiters signed agreements, the difference between calling out a pain point and shaming someone into buying, and why studying copywriting matters more than any business book on the shelf. For recruiters who are getting impressions but not inbound, or who are unsure whether AI is helping or hurting their content, this is the episode to start with. Ross's Bio Ross Mayfield is the Director of Customer Success at Digital Recruiter, where he's spent five years coaching recruiters, consultants, and B2B service providers on how to turn LinkedIn into a client-generating machine. He's guided 300+ recruiters through the Digital Recruiter content workshop, many reporting their first inbound job orders within weeks, and has coached clients to outcomes ranging from landing a $300K project to building a pipeline that accounted for 60% of a recruiting firm's revenue. Ross's philosophy is simple: most business owners are excellent at serving their clients but struggle to prove that to strangers on the internet. That's the gap he fills, through content strategy, outreach, and a results-tracking approach that takes the guesswork out of what's actually working on LinkedIn. Connect with Ross at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayfieldrossw/ Check Out Our Sponsor at: https://signaturebackoffice.com/ For more information about Digital Recruiter, click HERE https://linktr.ee/thedigitalrecruiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
iHire Joins the Freelance Fray
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastIs your career site delivering the conversion you need? Dalia’s plug-and-play tech turns any employer career site into a high-performance candidate conversion engine — no replatforming required, live in days.Visit dalia.co to learn more. Alright rec techies…..here’s what's happening this week. First up, Frederick, Maryland – July 14, 2026 – iHire announces the launch of its industry-focused freelance marketplace. https://hrtechfeed.com/ihire-launches-industry-focused-freelance-marketplace/ NEW YORK, July 15, 2026 — Today, Leapsome, the HR platform for high-performing teams, unveils an industry first: AI that raises your talent density, built on the deepest people data foundation in HR. With the launch of its new ATS, Leapsome is the only HR platform that brings every employee’s journey into one deep, connected people data foundation: HRIS, recruiting, onboarding, performance, engagement, learning, and compensation. https://hrtechfeed.com/leapsome-hr-platform-unveils-industry-first-ai-that-raises-talent-density-built-on-the-deepest-people-data-foundation-in-hr/ SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 15, 2026 — Eightfold AI, the pioneer of AI-powered talent intelligence, today introduced Candidate Agent, an AI agent built for the candidate experience: giving every candidate a real, personalized conversation, so candidates stay in the loop throughout the process. The agent meets candidates on the channels they already use, from first message through application, and is available 24/7. https://hrtechfeed.com/eightfold-ai-grows-talent-agents-to-2-0-with-candidate-agent/ SAN FRANCISCO — According to Upwork’s second annual Future Workforce Index 2026, which surveyed 2,400 skilled U.S. knowledge workers alongside platform data, 38% of skilled U.S. knowledge workers now freelance—a massive leap from 28% just one year ago. https://recruitingheadlines.com/upwork-index-2026-skilled-freelancing-surges-to-38-as-ai-creates-rise-of-the-ai-orchestrator/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Flexibility Playbook: Turning Workplace Autonomy into Shared Responsibility - ep. #028
Return to PeopleCan workplace flexibility survive without a rigid clock-in culture? In the latest episode of the Return to People Podcast, host Kaleem Clarkson sits down with Donald Walker, the COO of Raben. With over 15 years of experience spanning higher education and workforce operations, Donald shares how this national advisory firm built a thriving hybrid model that completely ditches attendance tracking and puts absolute trust front and center. Donald unpacks a powerful paradigm shift: treating workplace flexibility not as an individual privilege, but as a shared responsibility. For Raben, the evolution of their hybrid workspace wasn't sparked by a fear of lost productivity. Instead, it was intentionally designed around mentorship, culture transfer, and a profound belief that organizations have a duty to care for their employees, their clients, and the broader local communities they operate within. As Donald notes: "We're way more concerned about the outcomes than we are about the process of how we get there... It's not just about me and what's convenient for me. We have to think about the whole gamut of people and what's the impact that we have on those people." The conversation dives deep into the realities of navigating this modern workplace framework, mapping out the core friction points and breakthroughs every leadership team faces: The Core Challenges: Donald opens up about the realities of remote onboarding and development for younger, junior staff. Without regular in-person interaction, newer employees can struggle to absorb organizational culture, master client relationship management, and access the informal, organic coaching that naturally happens in shared physical spaces. The Core Successes: You'll learn how Raben unlocked radical trust by evaluating teams purely on outcomes rather than micro-managing activity. Furthermore, Donald highlights their unique responsibility framework, which considers the economic and social impact of corporate hybrid decisions on local service workers and surrounding neighborhood businesses. Learn More About Donald & Raben: Donald´s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wdonaldwalker Raben´s Website: https://www.raben.co/people/donald-walker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#94 - Unmasking RTO Motives & Social Media Bias - Presented by CalendarPA
The Purple Acorn HR Morning ShowIn Episode 94 of The HR Morning Show, hosts Adam Posner, Brian Fink, and Danielle Farage break down the rapidly shifting dynamics of talent acquisition and organizational leadership. This jam-packed episode tackles everything from critical regulatory updates to a total paradigm shift in how we view the HR function and executive alignment. Plus, the team previews their upcoming presence at the NAHCR conference. Key Special guest Jackye Clayton joins the headlines segment to discuss the EEOC’s newly released draft Strategic Plan (FY 2026–2030) and the fast-approaching public comment deadline on July 19, 2026. The expert interviews kick off with JD Robinson, who challenges traditional norms by arguing that people pros are business levers, not employee advocates. Next, seasoned CHRO Angela Cheng-Cimini breaks down the executive "triumvirate" (CEO, CFO, CHRO) and shares practical wisdom on swapping standard "employee engagement" metrics for true "employee inspiration". Finally, Namrata Kamdar dives straight into frontline recruiting crises, discussing "skillfishing," AI screening, resume imposters, and recruiter burnout. Notable Thanks to our sponsors CalendarPA.com and Talent Tech PR! Check 'em out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
64% of Workers Choose AI Over Humans. What Should CHROs Do?
The Human CapitalistWhy are 64% of workers saying they'd rather collaborate with AI than with a human colleague? This is data from recent research, and it has massive implications for every HR leader and CHRO watching this. In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Monahan to unpack the forces driving this shift, what it reveals about trust and collaboration in the modern workplace, and what people leaders need to do right now to stay ahead of it. What we cover: → What the 64% stat actually measures — and what it means → Why workers are making this choice and what it says about human collaboration → How CHROs should respond to this workforce signal in 2026 → What the next 12 months look like for AI in the enterprise → The one mistake HR leaders make when they see data like this Take the FutHRist Self-Assessment: Are you ready for the next wave of AI and workforce transformation? ww.trentcotton.com/futhrist-self-assessment Connect with Kelly Monahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-monahan-ph-d-18879413/ #CHRO #FutureOfWork #AIinHR #WorkforceTransformation #HRLeadership #HumanCapitalist #FutureOfHR #ArtificialIntelligence #HRPodcast #PeopleAnalytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Great AI Layoff Lie
The Jim Stroud PodcastIs AI really replacing workers, or are companies using it to justify decisions they already planned to make? Jim Stroud sits down with technology equity activist and AI for Job Security Foundation President Leigh Felton to discuss AI washing, failed automation experiments, responsible AI, workplace bias, and the risks of allowing algorithms to make decisions about human potential. They also explore why some companies are rehiring the people they replaced and how workers can use AI without surrendering their judgment, creativity, or career security. AI for Job Security Website https://aiforjobsecurity.org I COULD’VE BEEN CEO YESTERDAY Series: I COULD'VE BEEN CEO YESTERDAY: Does AI Decide Who'll Be CEO Tomorrow? | The AI as Environment Series (2 book series) Paperback Edition INSIDE POWER w/ Leigh Felton YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@leighfelton INSIDE POWER w/ Leigh Felton monthly newsletter Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7191147643148886017/ Follow on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/leighfelton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#36 - Turning Ideas Into Action in 4 Steps
Champion Blueprint Podcast with George Rogers and Gary BrackettGreat ideas are everywhere, but execution is what separates potential from progress. In this episode, George Rogers and Gary Brackett share a practical four-step framework to help you move from thinking to doing. Whether you're pursuing a career goal, strengthening a relationship, improving your health, or building a business, you'll learn how to clarify your purpose, take meaningful first steps, build accountability, and stay focused on progress. If you've been waiting for the right time to act, this conversation will help you make today the day you begin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#126- One-Way Ticket to Bogota: Eric Tabone on 18 Years Building a Nearshore Recruiting Business
Digital Recruiter PodcastEpisode Summary: What started as a post-graduation trip to Bogota in 2008 turned into 18 years abroad and three companies. Eric Tabone, Managing Director of Nearshore Business Solutions, joined Clark to break down what nearshore actually means, why the myths about Latin America are holding US companies back, and how recruiting agencies can use the LATAM talent pool to scale faster and smarter. Clark and Eric cover the full picture: the origin story of someone who arrived in Colombia not speaking a word of Spanish and built a career and family there; why hiring someone in Latin America is no more complicated than hiring across US state lines; how the cost math works; and what the AI operations role looks like inside a modern recruiting firm. The conversation also gets into the recruiter mindset: why ten targeted calls beat a hundred cold ones, why AI grammar is killing authenticity on LinkedIn, and how to think about content as a long game rather than a one-and-done exercise. For any recruiting agency owner wondering whether nearshore is right for their team, or trying to figure out how to scale without blowing up their overhead, this is the episode to start with. Eric's Bio Eric Tabone is the Managing Director of Nearshore Business Solutions, a firm that connects US companies with remote professionals across Latin America and the Caribbean. Originally from the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Eric moved to Bogota, Colombia in 2010 with no job and no Spanish, and never left. Eighteen years later, he has built three companies in the region and become what he calls the unofficial ambassador of Colombia to the world. Nearshore Business Solutions works with US businesses to source, recruit, and employ talent from Mexico to Argentina, including the Caribbean islands. The model helps companies scale faster and cut costs by as much as 70%, while giving LATAM professionals access to US-based roles that represent a genuine step up in their careers. Eric specializes in services, operations, AI, tech, and sales roles including SDRs and BDRs, and works closely with recruiting agencies looking to build out their teams or offer nearshore solutions to their own clients. Connect with Eric on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericrtabone Check Out Our Sponsor at: https://signaturebackoffice.com/ For more information about Digital Recruiter, click HERE https://linktr.ee/thedigitalrecruiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Media Biz HR.com is For Sale
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastDebbie McGrath, the longtime CEO of HR.com, has officially announced that she is preparing for retirement and looking for the right buyers or strategic investors to take the platform’s premier assets into the future. https://www.hrnewsfeed.com/industry-icon-for-sale-hr-com-prepares-for-its-next-chapter/ DENVER, July 9, 2026 — Employ Inc., a leading provider of people-first, intelligent hiring solutions across JazzHR, Lever, and Jobvite, today announced a partnership with ID.me to protect employers against rising candidate fraud by embedding trusted identity verification directly within Employ’s applicant tracking systems. https://hrtechfeed.com/employ-and-id-me-partner-to-prevent-ai-driven-candidate-fraud/ DALLAS, Texas, July 8, 2026 – Hellora, Inc., formerly known as Eqo Technologies, Inc. and the company behind the Eqo employee referral solution, today announced the evolution of its platform into Hellora, an AI Recruiting CRM built specifically for healthcare hiring. https://hrtechfeed.com/eqo-moves-beyonds-referrals-changes-name-to-hellora/ LEBANON, N.H. — Recruitment tech company Appcast announced a major upgrade to its platform today, launching a new solution designed to rebuild company career sites for an AI-dominated job market. https://hrtechfeed.com/appcast-says-its-launching-career-sites-built-for-the-ai-era/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reimagining HR and AI Integration with Kyle Forrest from Deloitte
Transformation RealnessJoin us on Transformation Realness as we dive into an enlightening conversation with Kyle Forrest, a prominent thought leader from Deloitte. Hosted by the formidable Kyle Lagunas, this episode explores the evolving landscape of HR strategy and transformation, focusing on the intersection of human resources and artificial intelligence. Discover why 93% of AI spending is still directed towards technology rather than people, and what this means for the future of HR leadership.In this episode, Kyle Forrest shares his insights on the importance of HR leading rather than just reacting, and whether integrated talent management is finally becoming a reality. Recorded live from Transform in Las Vegas, the discussion highlights the energy and passion within the HR community, as well as the need for intentionality in adapting to rapid technological changes. Learn about the shift from merely adopting new technologies to rethinking the work humans should be doing, and how HR can play a pivotal role in this transformation.Discover the steady focus on talent acquisition, rewards, and wellbeing in industry expos, and how organizations are beginning to allocate more resources towards human-centric initiatives. With insights from Deloitte's recent research, this episode emphasizes the necessity of redesigning processes and embracing core HR functions to truly transform the workplace. Tune in to understand how HR can move beyond firefighting to co-lead the future of work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
JobSync Roundtable: Recruitment Operations - The Engine Behind Scalable Talent Acquisition
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastAs talent acquisition landscapes grow more complex, successful hiring is no longer just about finding great candidates, it’s about building the infrastructure that allows your team to thrive. Recruitment Operations (RecOps) has evolved from a back-office support function into the critical backbone of scalable, predictable hiring. When optimized, RecOps eliminates friction, slashes tech waste, and frees up your recruiters to do what they do best: build relationships. But how do you transition from reactive firefighting to a streamlined, data-driven operation? Join us for this month’s exclusive, interactive virtual roundtable designed specifically for TA leaders. We will be joined by a seasoned Recruitment Operations practitioner to pull back the curtain on how to build a world-class hiring engine. Whether you have a dedicated RecOps team or are looking to build one from scratch, you will walk away with actionable strategies to elevate your hiring function. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Retirement Map is a Lie
The Jim Stroud PodcastThe retirement map you were handed at 25 is wrong. It told you to work hard, hit 65, and disappear. Clean ending. Simple math. It was always a lie. The labor force is aging, and companies are not ready. Artificial intelligence (AI) is eating the entry-level jobs that used to grow the next generation of leaders. And the people with the deepest knowledge, the ones who know where the bodies are buried, are being passed over by hiring managers young enough to be their children. This episode follows the real workforce crisis hiding behind the AI noise. We look at what Japan learned the hard way, what the retention data says about older workers, and what human resources (HR) leaders are getting wrong. The data settled whether experienced workers matter. The question is whether your organization will recognize the opportunity before it closes. This episode brought to you by "The Recruiting Life" and "Career Intelligence Weekly" https://newsletter.jimstroud.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Building Queer Spaces in HR Tech with Natalie Egan and Joseph Cole
Transformation RealnessJoin us for a groundbreaking conversation on creating inclusive spaces within the HR tech industry. In this episode, host Kyle Lagunas speaks with Natalie Egan, a serial entrepreneur and trans advocate, and Joseph Cole, a marketing leader, about their pioneering efforts to organize the first ever queer meetup at an HR tech conference. Discover how they overcame challenges and why such dedicated communities are crucial for fostering inclusivity and support. Natalie, CEO and founder of Znario, shares her personal journey through queer tech communities and how these experiences shaped both her career and life. Egan Joseph, VP of Marketing at Glider AI, discusses the importance of saying 'yes' to initiatives that many brands might overlook. Together, they explore the significance of intentional community building, the energy and connection it creates, and the impact it has on those who participate. Listeners will gain insights into the power dynamics involved in creating these spaces, the personal stories that drive these efforts, and the broader implications for the HR tech industry. Whether you're part of the queer community or an ally, this episode offers a compelling look at the intersection of identity, community, and professional growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KornFerry buys AMS: This Week in RecTech
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastIs your career site delivering the conversion you need? Dalia’s plug-and-play tech turns any employer career site into a high-performance candidate conversion engine — no replatforming required, live in days.Visit dalia.co to learn more. Alright rec techies…..here’s what's happening this week. First up, Korn Ferry announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire UK-headquartered talent acquisition and consulting firm AMS from OMERS Private Equity. The blockbuster transaction is valued at approximately (roughly $1.1 billion), positioning the combined entity as an undisputed leader in global talent and workforce solutions. https://recruitingheadlines.com/korn-ferry-to-acquire-uk-based-ams-in-1-1-billion-deal-to-create-global-talent-powerhouse/ Early career marketplace Handshake has officially acquired Uplimit (for an undisclosed amount). https://hrtechfeed.com/handshake-acquires-ai-native-learning-platform/ PageUp, a global leader in talent acquisition software, today announced the general availability of Paige, its AI-powered talent acquisition agentic assistant. Unlike other agentic solutions on the market, Paige serves as the single assistant for every use case in the hiring process, eliminating the need for recruiters and hiring managers to juggle multiple tools or pay for additional agents. Embedded directly into PageUp’s award-winning talent acquisition suite, Paige can review candidate pipelines, analyze applicant information, monitor progress and more through its simple conversational interface. https://hrtechfeed.com/hr-tech-bytes-pageup-workera/ Workera, launched AI-First Translations, an AI-powered translation layer that lets participants engage with the entire Workera platform, assessments, mentoring experience, and the admin experience, in their preferred language, at the scale of the global enterprise. https://hrtechfeed.com/hr-tech-bytes-pageup-workera/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Small Team, Massive Footprint: How to Scale Without the Overhead - ep. #027
Return to PeopleCan a company scale to thousands of retail stores and achieve millions in revenue with a team that fits at a single dinner table? In the latest episode of the Return to People Podcast, host Kaleem Clarkson sits down with Lisa Curtis, the Founder and CEO of Kuli Kuli Foods. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and one of Inc. Magazine's top 100 female founders, Lisa shares how her mission-driven superfood brand cracked the code on building a high-performing, globally distributed team without sacrificing impact or profitability. Lisa unpacks the reality of running a global remote team without a tech company budget, explaining how she turned unexpected tariff challenges into an opportunity to tap into international talent. Instead of viewing time zones as an obstacle, Kuli Kuli treats geographic dispersion as a quiet competitive advantage that enables nearly 24-hour operations. She also emphasizes the importance of intentionality in the distributed employee experience. From flying executives across borders for side-by-side training to celebrating diverse cultural traditions at weekly standups, Lisa argues that running a lean business across borders requires moving away from startup hustle culture and treating entrepreneurship as a marathon, not a sprint. As Lisa puts it, "No market, no mission. We gotta sell products. But we also have to do it in a way that really improves the lives of people around the world." The conversation dives deep into the realities of navigating this modern workplace framework, mapping out the core friction points and breakthroughs every leadership team faces. Learn more about Lisa: Lisa´s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamariecurtis/ Kuli Kuli´s website: https://www.kulikulifoods.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#93 - Unmasking RTO Motives & Social Media Bias - Presented by CalendarPA
The Purple Acorn HR Morning ShowWelcome to Episode 93 of The HR Morning Show, part of the Purple Acorn Network! In this packed episode, hosts Joel Lalgee, Danielle Farage, and Serge Boudreau pull back the curtain on the real motivations behind five-day return-to-office (RTO) mandates, exposing how executive ego and "CEO groupthink" often overrule data-driven productivity metrics. The team also breaks down the heavy legal and compliance implications of highly subjective corporate social media policies, using a recent high-profile lawsuit involving an Alaska Airlines flight attendant to highlight how inconsistent disciplinary enforcement can trigger costly Title VII discrimination claims. Later in the broadcast, the hosts dive into a fascinating discussion on technical architecture and scaling operations with industry veteran Alan Seales, Founder and CTO of the Broadway Podcast Network and the creator behind the AI-first scheduling platform CalendarPA.com. Seales shares his journey from managing a performance-and-compensation review system for over 180,000 employees at Google to building an enterprise-grade AI assistant that aims to eradicate the interview-scheduling "black hole" for talent acquisition teams. To round out the morning, Serge delivers a special weather report detailing LinkedIn’s new Creator Marketplace ecosystem and its potential to revolutionize brand-to-creator connections across the professional network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 7: The Coach — How to Lead the Workforce Overhaul Nobody Wants
The Human CapitalistThere are two kinds of coaches. The kind that makes everyone feel supported. And the kind that makes the team win. Most organizations hire the first kind and pray they never need the second. In Episode 7 of The Five Mindsets of the Modern CHRO, we close out the framework with The Coach. Not the warm developmental coach. The hard coach. The CHRO who walks into the room, looks at everything the organization believes about how talent works, and says: we are doing this wrong, and I can prove it. This episode uses Billy Beane and the 2002 Oakland A's as the blueprint, layers in Alexander the Great burning the ships at the Hellespont, and ends with four capabilities every Coach CHRO must build, plus three action steps you can take this week. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ CHAPTERS 00:00 Cold open: the two kinds of coaches 00:45 Welcome and where we are in the series 01:30 Episode setup: why this mindset is different 02:30 The Coach nobody hired 04:00 The Moneyball blueprint 08:00 What a real workforce overhaul requires 10:30 Four capabilities of the Coach 12:30 Three action steps for this week 14:00 Close: change what is possible ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ THE FOUR CAPABILITIES OF THE COACH Truth delivery without apology Conviction under pressure Talent arbitrage: find the value the market has mispriced Coaching upward: the CEO, the board, the executive committee ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ACTION STEPS FROM THIS EPISODE Identify the one conversation you have been avoiding. Schedule it this week. Run the talent arbitrage question on your own organization. What does your current model systematically undervalue? Find one place to burn the ships. Where have you made the case, the data supports you, and the organization still has not moved. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ WATCH THE FULL MODERN CHRO SERIES https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt89w_O9KY0J3C66aw1g-R0uEYlm1n5OV ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ REFERENCES Moneyball by Michael Lewis (the foundational story behind this episode) The Billy Beane / Oakland A's 2002 season — American League record 20-game winning streak Alexander the Great crossing the Hellespont, 334 BC ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ CONNECT WITH TRENT Website and newsletter: https://www.trentcotton.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trentcotton/ The Human Capitalist podcast: https://www.purpleacornnetwork.com/podcasts/the-human-capitalist If this episode hit, drop a comment telling me which of the four capabilities you find hardest in your seat right now. I read them. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ #ModernCHRO #HumanCapitalist #CHRO #HRLeadership #TheCoach #Moneyball #TalentStrategy #FutureOfHR #WorkforceStrategy #HRTransformation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Homegrown Employer Branding for AEO & GEO
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastAI answer engines are changing how candidates discover and learn about employers.Join Dalia's Mikaela Fitzwilliam along with Danny Rojas, a forward thinking TA leader who's worked at nation-wide brands like JCPenny, The Container Store to learn how to build an employer brand that gets surfaced and cited by ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Copilot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
College is Not the Only Path to Success
The Jim Stroud PodcastWhat if college is no longer the only path to a meaningful, high-paying career? In this episode of The Jim Stroud Podcast, Jim sits down with Reuben Ogbonna, co-founder and executive director of the Marcy Lab School, a tuition-free, one-year alternative to college helping young adults launch careers in tech. Reuben shares why the traditional higher education model is failing too many talented students, especially those facing crushing tuition costs, uneven college outcomes, and limited access to professional networks. Together, Jim and Reuben explore how Marcy Lab is preparing fellows for an AI-enabled economy through technical training, leadership development, communication skills, financial literacy, and direct employer partnerships. They also discuss the future of entry-level work, why recruiters should look beyond four-year degrees, and how companies can build stronger, more diverse talent pipelines by opening doors to nontraditional candidates. This is a timely conversation about education, opportunity, AI, and the urgent need to rethink how talent is discovered, trained, and hired. Learn more about the Marcy Lab School at marcylabschool.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#95: How In-Person Events Build Community
Workfluencer: Personal Branding & Content CreationHosting an event is easy. Building a community that people return to month after month is much harder. In this episode of Workfluencer, Rhona sits down with Chaselle Gazelle, founder of Jacksonville Bestie, to explore what separates unforgettable in-person events from forgettable networking mixers. Chaselle shares how she turned casual brunches with friends into one of Jacksonville's most recognizable community brands, why relationships matter more than transactions, and how businesses can use recurring in-person events to strengthen their brand, grow loyal audiences, and create genuine human connection. Whether you're in Talent Acquisition, HR, Marketing, Employer Branding, or you're building a business around community, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can apply immediately. What You'll Learn: How to use in-person community events as a long-term brand and business growth strategy Why recurring, scheduled events build real culture faster than one-off activations The professional harasser method for maximizing attendance without annoying your audience How to negotiate revenue splits with bars and venues to earn beyond ticket sales Why word of mouth still drives more growth than paid advertising What separates events that build community from ones that just fill a room How remembering names and personal details creates the belonging that keeps people coming back Resources Mentioned: Chaselle's Website: https://www.chasellegazelle.com Connect with Us: Connect with Chaselle: https://www.instagram.com/chasellegazelle/ Connect with Rhona: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce Want to turn your team into creators? Visit workfluencermedia.com to learn how we help companies build video-first content systems that attract, engage, and retain talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Appcast Partners with Open AI
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastIs your career site delivering the conversion you need? Dalia’s plug-and-play tech turns any employer career site into a high-performance candidate conversion engine — no replatforming required, live in days.Visit dalia.co to learn more. MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — EarnIn, a leading earnings management company, announced the launch of Earn Better, a jobs platform designed to help the American workforce get back to work faster and improve their earnings over time with better-paying roles. https://recruitingheadlines.com/earnin-launches-jobs-platform/ BOSTON — In a move signaling the next evolution of talent acquisition, recruitment marketing giant Appcast has announced a strategic partnership with OpenAI. The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between traditional job boards and generative AI, allowing employers to make their open roles directly discoverable within ChatGPT. https://hrtechfeed.com/appcast-partners-with-openai-to-bring-real-time-job-discovery-to-chatgpt/ ATLANTA,— uRecruits today announced the launch of uRecruits 2.0, a recruiter-first AI hiring platform built to bring the hiring process into one connected workflow. https://hrtechfeed.com/urecruits-launches-2-0-with-new-ai-agents/ Findem, the AI platform for talent outcomes, today announced an expanded partnership with RecruitMilitary, the nation’s leading veteran hiring network, to set a new standard for veteran people intelligence. https://hrtechfeed.com/hr-tech-bytes-findem-lumapps/ NEW YORK, — Niural, the AI-native platform for global payroll and benefits, today announced the launch of Niural AI Labs, a dedicated research lab focused on building long-horizon agents for high-stakes domains along with a new round of funding. https://hrtechfeed.com/global-payroll-and-benefits-platfom-lands-52m/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Terraforming the Future: Tyler Weeks on Human-Centric AI at Marriott
Transformation RealnessIn this live episode of Transformation Realness, recorded straight from the floor at Unleash and Transform in Las Vegas, host Kyle Lagunas reunites with an official show OG: Tyler Weeks, who oversees HR technology, analytics, and HR service centers for Marriott International. In a candid and energetic conversation—complete with a surprise cameo from a past guest—Kyle and Tyler dig into what it truly means to design an enterprise tech ecosystem around human beings. Tyler shares fascinating insights from Marriott's massive global footprint, explaining why viewing AI solely through the lens of automation is a short-sighted strategy. Instead, he advocates for using AI as a measurement tool to better understand user behavior and reshape the employee social contract. Listeners will discover how to combat fragmented employee experiences, why hyper-personalization can actually work against building a strong company culture, and how Tyler uses his ultimate guiding mantra—"terraforming the future"—to ensure technology always leaves employees feeling genuinely taken care of. Whether you're navigating shrinking resources or trying to push past the vendor hype to build a unified employee experience, this episode delivers a masterclass in human-centric innovation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #205 Why CareerTALKS Is Changing: The Career Conversation We Need Now
CareerTALKS PodcastIn this episode of the CareerTalks Podcast, host Orlando Haynes introduces a new direction for the show, focusing on deeper conversations about identity, resilience, and the human experience behind career decisions. He reflects on the evolution of career advice, the impact of modern challenges like layoffs and AI, and emphasizes the importance of clarity in career choices. The podcast will now feature solo episodes where Orlando shares insights from his extensive experience in recruiting and coaching, aiming to help listeners navigate their careers with intentionality and purpose. Podcast Sponsor 🌐Career Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Talkin' RecTech on the HR Morning Show
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastI was a gust on the recent HR Morning Show which happens every tuesday live on Linkedin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are we becoming less human?
The Jim Stroud PodcastAI is reshaping work, hiring, dating, leadership, and how we connect. But as technology gets smarter, are we becoming less human? Jim Stroud talks with Victor Cho, CEO and founder of Emovid and former CEO of Evite, about empathy, leadership, automation, and building AI that amplifies people instead of replacing them. Learn more at www.Emovid.com. ... Victor ChoCEO and Co-Founder Emovid Corpvictor@emovid.com Starting your job search?Start Connecting. Get Noticed. Get Hired. https://www.emovid.com/job-seeker/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#94: What Makes a Great DisruptHR Talk
Workfluencer: Personal Branding & Content CreationMost people spend months preparing for a single DisruptHR presentation. Ashlynne Valdez delivered two different talks in 30 days, won Best Speaker at one event, and helps select speakers for DisruptHR Las Vegas. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of DisruptHR to explore what separates a good talk from a great one. Ashlynne shares how she develops topics, finds a disruptive angle, prepares for the fast-paced five-minute format, and what organizers are really looking for when reviewing speaker applications. Whether you're thinking about applying to DisruptHR or simply want to become a more impactful speaker, this conversation offers a rare look inside one of the most unique speaking formats in the workplace community. What You'll Learn: Why a five-minute talk is harder than an hour-long presentation and how to prepare for it The three things Disrupt HR selection committees look for in speaker applications How to find the disruptive angle in any topic, even one that seems overdone Why "less is more" is the most critical principle when the slides are beyond your control How to use LinkedIn content to test and validate your talk ideas before you even submit How to take a narrow, specific topic and make it land for every person in the room Resources Mentioned: SoundHR Website: https://www.soundhr.com/ Connect With Us: Connect with Ashlynne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlynne-valdez-phr-295706219/ Connect with Rhona: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce Want to turn your team into creators? Visit workfluencermedia.com to learn how we help companies build video-first content systems that attract, engage, and retain talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthropic CEO Admits: We Overstated AI Job Losses
The Human CapitalistThe media and companies keep AI layoffs on the wrong thing. But what if that's not the real story? Dario Amodei — the CEO of Anthropic — spent 2025 warning the world that AI would eliminate 50% of white-collar jobs. Then in May, both he and Sam Altman publicly walked back their predictions. So if the people who *built* the technology are backing off the apocalypse narrative... what's actually driving these cuts? In this video, I break down what I believe is really happening: companies built their organizations wrong — measuring power by headcount instead of value creation. Now AI is being used as the perfect corporate alibi to fix a problem that has nothing to do with AI. **What we cover:** - Why the "AI did it" narrative is the perfect corporate cover story - Cameron Herold's square root principle + Pareto's 80/20 — and the uncomfortable math they create together - How augmented high performers (think Tony Stark + Jarvis) change the workforce equation entirely - The Human Capitalist Value Matrix — how to identify where value is created, accelerated, and must be protected - Why most CHROs are either reactive or ra-ra — and what the modern CHRO actually needs to be - Why reskilling your workforce isn't just smart strategy — it's a moral obligation **Referenced in this video:** - AI-Related Job Impacts Clarity Act (full breakdown): https://youtu.be/tH_OhrxPrY4 - Cameron Herold / COO Alliance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronherold/ - Zuckerberg's leaked memo (Reuters, June 12, 2026): https://www.reuters.com/business/metas-zuckerberg-admits-mistakes-made-ai-transformation-2026-06-12/ - Challenger, Gray & Christmas — May 2026 job cuts report: https://www.challengergray.com/blog/challenger-report-may-job-cuts-rise-16-from-april-highest-may-total-since-2020/ - *FutHRist* by Trent Cotton — Take the Assessment: https://www.trentcotton.com/futhrist-self-assessment TIMESTAMPS 00:00 They Got It Wrong 01:43 AI Is the Perfect Corporate Alibi 03:21 The Real Reason Companies Are Cutting Jobs 06:16 The High Performer Equation 07:41 The Value Creation Framework 13:31 Why HR Keeps Missing the AI Conversation 15:57 The Hard Truth About Layoffs 17:56 Who Wins Next --- 🔔 Subscribe for weekly content on workforce strategy, HR leadership, and the future of talent. #CHRO #WorkforceStrategy #AIJobs #HRLeadership #FutHRist #Rightsizing #HumanCapitalist #TalentStrategy #Layoffs2026 #CameronHerold #Meta #Zuckerberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#35 - The Championship Starts at Home: Fathers, Family & Legacy
Champion Blueprint Podcast with George Rogers and Gary BrackettThis Father's Day, George Rogers and Gary Brackett explore what it truly means to build a championship legacy. From the memories our children carry, to balancing ambition and family, to creating traditions that last for generations, this conversation challenges listeners to rethink success. Whether you're a father, mentor, leader, or simply someone looking for a fresh start, this episode will remind you that the greatest championship is won at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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