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The Science of Digital Presence: Resolving Intentionality and Connection Gaps
Return to PeopleHow do we replace the illusion of connection at work with relationships that actually last? In this episode of the Return to People Podcast, host Kaleem Clarkson sits down with SkyeTeam CEO, USA Today bestselling author, and executive coach Morag Barrett to unpack what it actually takes to build authentic human connection across modern, distributed teams. Drawing from two decades of coaching over 20,000 leaders across 20 countries, Morag shares how a former UK banker realized that organizational performance has little to do with spreadsheet numbers and everything to do with workplace relationships. Together, they unpack the practical realities of managing remote and hybrid teams without falling into surface-level performance traps. Morag breaks down the friction points of digital isolation and fake positivity, while explaining why pushing return-to-office mandates without intentional design often leaves employees feeling more disconnected than before. By dismantling multitasking habits in virtual meetings, implementing simple micro-rituals like three minutes of banter, and measuring leadership success by genuine interpersonal trust, Morag delivers a masterclass in modern, human-first leadership. Crucially, she reframes digital presence as an active leadership discipline. As she notes, "Being present means sharing your point of view, whether that's in the chat, coming off mute, having your camera on so that people can see you, and yet, and still connect with you as a human being." The conversation dives deep into the realities of modern workplace culture, mapping out the core friction points and breakthroughs every leadership team faces: - The Core Challenges: Morag opens up about the danger of "faking perky" on video calls, the stark reality that one in four leaders has no meaningful workplace relationships, and the isolation faced by remote-onboarded employees who are left alone with a webcam and expected to absorb culture by osmosis. -The Core Successes: You'll learn how small practices like SkyeTeam's weekly "Ripples and Joys" check-in build muscle memory for psychological safety, how three minutes of agenda banter transformed a rigid defense contractor's culture, and why deliberate virtual design outlasts forced physical proximity. đ Tune in now and discover how to replace the illusion of connection with intentional, people-first leadership. Learn More About Morag: Morag´s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moragbarrett/ SkyeTeam´s Website: https://skyeteam.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rot You Can't See on a Resume
The Jim Stroud PodcastWhat happens when AI makes you more productiveâbut less capable? Jim Stroud explores the hidden âcognitive debtâ of outsourcing your thinking, the growing divide between AI-fluent workers and passive dependents, and why recruiters can no longer trust polished resumes as proof of real ability. The new hiring challenge: finding candidates whose brains still work when the machine steps away. Sponsored by: Career Intelligence Weekly - Tracking the invisible job market for smarter career decisions. https://careerintelligence.beehiiv.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#99: How to Create LinkedIn Content That Sells
Workfluencer: Personal Branding & Content CreationMost people post about getting laid off and ask for sympathy. Deidre âDeeâ Henry posted about getting laid off and asked for clients. Dee had been a top-performing salesperson at Zillow when she suddenly lost her job. Instead of publishing the expected gratitude post, she shared what she was actually feeling and made it clear what she could do for potential clients. That story became the foundation for The Sales Loft, Microsoft partnerships, a CNBC feature, and an appearance on the same stage as Kerry Washington. In this episode, Dee joins Rhona Pierce to break down how personal stories become content that sells. They discuss why feelings drive decisions, how to be vulnerable without becoming a hot mess online, and what separates a post that earns sympathy from one that creates opportunities. Dee also shares her PTO framework: Profile, Trust, and Opportunities. Youâll learn how to turn your LinkedIn profile into a sales page, create content that gives people a reason to hire you, and stay consistent when your posts are not producing immediate revenue. What You'll Learn: Why feelings make content more persuasive How to turn a personal story into a business opportunity The difference between authentic content and oversharing What separates posts that sell from posts that earn sympathy How to make your LinkedIn profile function like a sales page Why every post should communicate what is in it for the reader Why you do not need a large audience or website to attract clients What to do when your content is not converting yet Resources Mentioned: Visit The Sales Loft: https://thesalesloft.com/ Rhona's Newsletter: https://link.rhonapierce.com/newsletter2 Connect with Us: â Connect with Deidre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deidremhenry/ Connect with Rhona: â â https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce Want to turn your team into creators? Visit â â workfluencermedia.comâ â to learn how we help companies turn employee expertise into content that gets noticed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AI Isnât the Biggest Threat to HR. This Is.
The Human CapitalistAI isn't the biggest threat facing HR. Our refusal to change may be. In this episode of The Human Capitalist Podcast, I sit down with Tony Dina, a former corporate technology leader turned depth coach, to explore what it really takes to lead people through uncertainty, transformation, and the age of AI. We use the Hero's Journey as a framework for understanding what many HR leaders are experiencing right now: we're being called out of the known and into something new. But here's the problem: most of us don't naturally want to go. Tony and I dig into why real growth happens at the edge of discomfort, why HR shouldn't confuse psychological safety with making everything comfortable, and why human judgment becomes even more important as AI gets better. We also explore the danger of allowing AI to think for us. AI can improve efficiency and help us move faster, but creativity, judgment, connection, and the ability to coach people through uncertainty remain fundamentally important leadership capabilities. If you're an HR leader, CHRO, people leader, or executive trying to figure out what leadership looks like in the age of AI, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about your role. **In this episode, we discuss:** ⢠Why the biggest threat to HR may not be AI ⢠The Hero's Journey and HR's "refusal of the call" ⢠Why great leaders intentionally create productive discomfort ⢠The danger of deferring your judgment to AI ⢠The four leadership archetypes: King, Warrior, Magician, and Lover ⢠Why psychological safety doesn't mean avoiding difficult conversations ⢠How HR can become the connective tissue of the organization ⢠Why human capital should be viewed as a profit center ⢠How leaders can help people discover strengths they don't see in themselves ⢠Why transformation has to start with the leader **âąď¸ TIMESTAMPS** 00:00 â Why AI may not be the biggest threat to HR 01:13 â Meet Tony Dina: From corporate tech leader to depth coach 02:27 â The Coach Mindset: Living in the uncomfortable 04:47 â Why great leaders make their teams uncomfortable 05:46 â AI, HR, and the danger of deferring human judgment 07:21 â Leadership archetypes and Carl Jung 08:13 â The King, Warrior, Magician & Lover archetypes 11:43 â AI as cognitive offloading: Where the real danger begins 14:20 â The Hero's Journey and refusing the call to change 16:33 â What leaders are struggling with in the age of AI 18:18 â Why human capital should be a profit center 23:55 â Have we confused psychological safety with comfort? 25:49 â A four-stage framework for leading people through change 28:53 â The real monster in the Hero's Journey 29:50 â What non-dualism can teach us about leadership 33:54 â 3 things leaders need to start doing today 35:22 â Where to connect with Tony 36:07 â The FutHRist: 5 Mindsets of the Future HR Pro **Connect with Tony Dina:** đ crucialcanvas.com đ crucialcanvas.substack.com --- AI is changing the role of HR. I believe the professionals who remain relevant won't simply learn new technology â they'll develop new ways of thinking. That's the idea behind my upcoming book, *The FutHRist: The 5 Mindsets of the Future HR Pro.* I break down the five mindsets I believe HR professionals will need to thrive in the age of AI: The Architect. The CEO. The Engineer. The Scientist. The Coach. The book is available 9/14/26. Want to see where you stand across the five mindsets? Take the free FutHRist assessment at trentcotton.com. *The Human Capitalist Podcast â at the intersection of AI and HR leadership.* *Hosted by Trent Cotton, author of The FutHRist: The 5 Mindsets of the Future HR Pro â available this fall. Take your free assessment at [www.trentcotton.com](http://www.trentcotton.com)* #HumanResources #FutureOfHR #AI #HRLeadership #FutureOfWork Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Upwork Earnings and Lattice Acquisition
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastEmployers using Dalia can double their conversion of career site visitors into qualified applicants and hires. Double the hires from traffic you already have. That's how you start cutting your dependence on Indeed. Learn more at dalia.co. That's D-A-L-I-A dot C-O. SAN FRANCISCO â Lattice, the best-in-class people platform where people and AI succeed together, today announced the acquisition of Pando, the just-in-time performance platform, and the appointment of Pando founder and CEO Barbra Gago as Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer. https://hrtechfeed.com/lattice-acquires-a-performance-platform/ CEO Hayden Brown detailed a structural transformation across the platform. While automated tools and AI solutions are reducing client demand for basic, entry-level freelance tasks, demand for specialized talent and complex projects is surging: https://hrtechfeed.com/upwork-pivots-to-high-value-work-as-ai-automation-weighs-on-volume-and-guidance/ Major announcements from two HR tech firmsâŚhireEZ and Hirevue highlight two complementary trends driving the AI evolutionhe rise of agentic AI workflows that co-pilot talent acquisition, and a shift toward validated, science-backed skills evaluation. https://hrtechfeed.com/beyond-the-resume-how-2-hr-tech-firms-are-rebuilding-enterprise-recruitment-around-ai-agents-and-skills/ SAN FRANCISCO â Upwork Inc. (NASDAQ: UPWK) reported its second-quarter 2026 financial results, beating quarterly profit expectations through disciplined cost management but trimming its full-year outlook as artificial intelligence continues to automate lower-complexity tasks on the freelance platform.Key Q2 2026 Financial Highlights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Navigating Responsible AI in HR with Susan Jackson and Tara Torres
Transformation RealnessJoin host Kyle Lagunas in this eye-opening episode of Transformation Realness as he sits down with Susan Jackson and Tara Torres, two seasoned experts in talent acquisition and AI optimization. Together, they delve into the complexities of implementing responsible AI in HR and talent management, discussing the challenges and opportunities that come with this rapidly evolving landscape. Susan Jackson brings over 15 years of experience in leading talent acquisition technology operations at global organizations, while Tara Torres shares her extensive background in building teams and driving AI optimization. As members of the Human-Centric AI Council, they provide invaluable insights into the hurdles HR leaders face, particularly the surprising difficulty of partnering with HR itself to get responsible AI initiatives off the ground. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of why AI feels intimidating to HR and talent leaders, the importance of breaking down complex AI topics into manageable pieces, and how building strong cross-functional partnerships can lead to success. Discover the nuanced perspectives on AI legislation, compliance, and the need for a foundational understanding rather than encyclopedic knowledge in this engaging conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#99 - The Gig Economy's Weirdest Job: Teaching Robots to Take Over - Presented by CalendarPA.com
The Purple Acorn HR Morning ShowThis week the crew dives into one of the strangest corners of the AI economy: robotics companies paying Indian workers, from waste sorters to homemakers, a few dollars an hour to wear head mounted cameras and capture footage of everyday tasks like welding, stitching, and sorting. That footage is training the humanoid robots built by companies like Figure AI, Boston Dynamics, and Unitree, raising uncomfortable questions about consent, awareness, and whether the people doing this work fully understand they may be helping automate their own jobs. It's a story that sits right at the intersection of labor, ethics, and where AI development actually gets its raw material. From there, the show shifts into talent acquisition with a panel featuring Jocelyn King, Kyle Lagunas, and Hayden Field breaking down where TA is headed, how to actually influence hiring managers, and what practitioners can do to maximize their impact. Guest Kyle Forrest joins Trent Cotton for our Talk Nerdy with iCIMS segment, and Josh Jones of ERE Media closes things out with a look at the ERE Recruiting Innovation Summit, happening November 10 and 11 in San Diego, including what's new for 2026 and why practitioner led content is drawing TA leaders back for direct access to the people actually doing the work. Make sure to give our sponsors some love, CalendarPA.com and Talent Tech PR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Newly Hired Chief People Officer Stef Bloom
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastStef Bloom is now the Chief People Officer at Spear Physical & Occupational Therapy, where she leads the company's people strategy across talent, culture, leadership development, and organizational growth. She brings nearly 20 years of experience building and scaling People functions at high-growth brands, including Framebridge, Casper, and Warby Parker. We talked about their HR tech stack, building culture and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gen Z Isnât LazyâYour Management Style Is Outdated
The Human CapitalistGen Z gets called lazy, entitled, difficult, and impossible to manage.But what if the real problem isnât Gen Z?In this episode of The Human Capitalist Podcast, Trent Cotton sits down with Devin Collins, a leader managing a large team that includes dozens of Gen Z employees, to talk about what actually works.The answer isnât lowering standards. Itâs creating clearer ones.They discuss why Gen Z responds to transparency, immediate feedback, visible career paths, authentic leadership, clear boundaries, and managers who are willing to be human while still holding the line.Youâll hear how Devin approaches:Monthly career and well-being conversationsImmediate feedback instead of waiting for annual reviewsClear progression and promotion expectationsPerformance management without blindsiding employeesBalancing authenticity with professional standardsGiving Gen Z room to innovate with AICreating team environments people actually want to be part ofDeveloping early-career talent before bad habits take holdOne of the biggest lessons from the conversation: the leadership practices that work with Gen Z are often the same practices every generation should have been getting all along.And when leaders get it right, the performance follows.If you manage Gen Zâor will soonâthis episode is worth watching.Subscribe for more conversations about HR, leadership, workforce strategy, AI, and the future of work.#GenZ #Leadership #HumanResources #Management #FutureOfWork #HRLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeExperience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nobody owns the decision that costs you rent
The Jim Stroud PodcastA model spends 300 milliseconds on your resume and the decision follows you for years. Courtrooms are fighting over whether hiring algorithms tilt toward some candidates or against others, and both sides are arguing about the wrong thing. This episode makes the case that the real scandal is not the bias setting. It is that nobody has to sign their name next to a rejection. ... Brought to you by: Career Intelligence Weekly https://newsletter.jimstroud.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#98: Why Creators Are Going Back to Corporate Jobs ft. Lissette Calveiro
Workfluencer: Personal Branding & Content CreationCreators were supposed to leave corporate behind. Now some of them are going back â and companies are creating roles specifically for people with creator experience. Lissette Calveiro has spent nearly 15 years in the creator and influencer marketing industry and managed more than $10 million in brand partnerships. Today, sheâs watching the creator economy evolve in an unexpected direction: creators are bringing their skills back into companies, while companies are realizing they need creators at the table. In this episode, Lissette explains why creators are moving into corporate roles, what these new creator-focused jobs actually look like, and why going back to a corporate job doesnât mean the creator economy failed. We also talk about why authority and expertise are becoming more valuable than follower count, how creators should think about pricing brand deals, why sponsorships shouldn't be the only way to monetize your audience, and how to build a creator career that can evolve as your goals change. Plus, Lissette shares the most she's ever made from a sponsored post, the $45,000 deal that went sideways, and why she believes creators have more negotiating power than they think. What You'll Learn: Why creators are going back to corporate Why returning to a corporate role doesn't mean the creator economy failed What creator evangelist, creator advocate, and creator relations roles actually do Why companies need creators involved in their creator strategies How creator experience translates into valuable corporate skills Why authority and expertise are becoming more important than follower count How to build a creator business that doesn't rely entirely on brand deals Resources Mentioned: Influence With Impact: https://influencewithimpact.co/ Rhona's Newsletter: â https://link.rhonapierce.com/newsletter2 Connect with Us: Connect with Lissette: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lissettecalveiro/ Connect with Rhona: â https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce Want to turn your team into creators? Visit â workfluencermedia.comâ to learn how we help companies turn employee expertise into content that gets noticed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
88% of Organizations Get This Wrong About AI and Jobs
The Human CapitalistEveryone is saying AI will replace HR. The data says something different. Every week there's another headline predicting the end of entry-level jobs, the replacement of knowledge workers, or the death of Human Resources as we know it. But is that what's actually happening? In this episode of The Human Capitalist Podcast, I sit down with Kyle Forrest, who leads Deloitte's Future of HR research, to unpack the real data behind AI, workforce demographics, talent shortages, and the future of work. We discuss why organizations are struggling to redesign work, why only 7% of companies believe they're effectively integrating humans and AI, and what HR leaders need to do today to prepare for the next decade. Whether you're an HR professional, CHRO, business leader, recruiter, or simply interested in the future of work, this conversation is packed with practical insights backed by dataânot headlines. In this episode: Why AI isn't replacing HR professionals The three workforce trends every leader should understand The coming demographic shift that will reshape hiring Why Gen Z is taking ownership of career development How organizations should redesign work instead of simply automating it Why trustânot technologyâis becoming the biggest AI challenge What HR leaders can do today to future-proof their careers If you enjoyed this conversation, Like, Subscribe, and share it with someone who's navigating AI and the future of work. Question for you: What do you think will have the biggest impact on HR over the next five years: AI, demographics, or leadership? Let me know in the comments. Chapters 00:00 â AI Is Replacing HR... Or Is It? 00:49 â Why I Invited Kyle Forrest 01:35 â Meet Kyle & The Future of HR 03:02 â The Three Biggest Workforce Trends 05:01 â The Coming Demographic Shift 08:10 â Why Gen Z Is Different 12:17 â Why Gen Z Is More Skeptical About AI 13:14 â The AI Trust Problem 15:47 â Is AI Really Replacing Jobs? 17:14 â The Data Most Leaders Miss 19:59 â The Hidden Cost of AI Automation 22:02 â Will There Be Enough Workers? 25:58 â How AI Will Transform HR Roles 31:03 â The Future of Human Resources 31:47 â Kyle's Mic Drop Advice 36:16 â Where to Connect with Kyle Forrest 37:36 â Final Thoughts Are you ready for the future of HR? Take the FutHRist assessment here: https://www.trentcotton.com/futhrist-start-here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Job Board News and a CEO Quits
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastThis episode is sponsored by Daliaâ Who's ready for a cold hard fact? Indeed's pricing model -- and all programmatic job advertising -- is based on driving volume. Not outcomes. Job boards are incentivized to send you more volume. Meanwhile, TA teams know their career site is already their best source of quality applicants who get hired. Dalia fixes that. Millions of job seekers use Dalia every month to seamlessly connect to employer career sites and apply to jobs using their universal candidate profile. It integrates directly into your ATS, and it works instantly on any career site. Employers using Dalia can double their conversion of career site visitors into qualified applicants and hires. Double the hires from traffic you already have. That's how you start cutting your dependence on Indeed. Learn more at dalia.co. That's D-A-L-I-A dot C-O. Alright rec techiesâŚ..hereâs what's happening this week. Toby Dayton, the longtime CEO of job market data firm LinkUp and Managing Director at parent company GlobalData, announced on Monday that he will step down at the end of September after a 25-year tenure at the helm. His monthly column on the job market was a must read. https://hrtechfeed.com/linkup-ceo-toby-dayton-to-step-down-after-25-years/ WILMINGTON, Del. â Careerminds, a global workforce solutions and career technology provider, announced today that it has acquired Jobrapido, one of the worldâs leading job search and job distribution platforms. https://hrtechfeed.com/careerminds-acquires-jobrapido/ CHARLOTTE, N.C. â Medality, a TrueLearn brand, announced the launch of the Medality Job Board at jobs.medality.com, a hiring platform built exclusively for radiology. The new job board helps radiologists, residents, and fellows discover vetted career opportunities from leading academic institutions, private practices, and health systems, while giving employers direct access to the highly engaged physicians who already make up Medalityâs education community. https://hrtechfeed.com/medality-launches-job-board-connecting-employers-with-radiology-talent/ Recruit Holdings released its Q1 FY2026 earnings results (covering April 1 to June 30, 2026), and the headline story is a massive performance boost driven primarily by its HR Technology segmentâled by strong dynamics in the U.S. market. https://hrtechfeed.com/recruit-holdings-hr-tech-segment-soars-q1-results-and-big-guidance-upgrades/ SAN FRANCISCOâ-Metaview, the Agentic Recruiting Platform trusted by more than 5,000 companies, today announced the acquisition of AI-native recruiting firm Reval. Founders Seth Tilliss and Aditya Gupta will join Metaview to accelerate development of fillmore, its autonomous AI coworker that owns recruiting top of funnel, from sourcing candidates to booking qualified screening calls. https://hrtechfeed.com/metaview-acquires-reval-to-accelerate-the-shift-from-ai-assistants-to-ai-coworkers/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Beyond Broadcast: Rebuilding Agency Culture for a Hybrid World - ep. #030
Return to PeopleHow do high-growth creative agencies balance rapid expansion, shifting workplace models, and intentional human connection without fracturing their core culture? In the latest episode of the Return to People Podcast, host Kaleem Clarkson sits down with Christian Jacobsen, Co-founder and Board Member of The Many. From 30 years in advertising forged on Madison Avenue and sharpened through a landmark stint with Red Bull to leading a global creative agency that has won Lions at Cannes, Christian brings a rare combination of strategic depth, entrepreneurial grit, and cultural fluency to modern workplace transformation. This conversation uncovers what happens when a high-growth agency collides with the seismic disruptions of the pandemic era and what a thoughtful leader does to rebuild from the inside out. As headcount doubled in a fully virtual environment, informal founder processes began to fracture, creating operational strain, burnout, and isolated team pockets with competing norms. Rather than implementing rigid corporate mandates, leadership intentionally built a flexibility-first hybrid model that balances local collaboration with seasonal work-from-anywhere windows. Drawing from his upcoming book, Wired to Participate, Christian also explores why humanity's fundamental wiring for tribal connection remains our greatest asset in an AI-driven world. "People are the core of everything and the heart of everything... Growth without operational intention can fracture culture. You have to protect the people while you scale the business." The episode dives straight into the real friction points and major wins of running a modern hybrid agency: The Core Challenges: Rapid growth without standardized operations created information gaps and fragmented a unified culture into isolated team pockets. Managing remote leadership development and addressing perceived equity tensions between office and virtual perks required moving away from surveillance toward intentional workplace design. The Core Successes: The Many designed a trust-first hybrid model featuring flexible core days, relocation support for LA returns, and two dedicated work-from-anywhere periods (July and the holiday season). By prioritizing autonomy and human connection, they successfully stabilized employee experience while driving performance Learn More About Christian Christian's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-jacobsen-b7222811/ The Many's Website: https://www.themany.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #206 Hardcore Softskills
CareerTALKS PodcastIn this episode I spoke with Yadi Caro, author of 'Hardcore Soft Skills.' We discussed the importance of soft skills in various environments, particularly in the military and corporate sectors. Yadi shares her background, experiences, and insights on how soft skills are essential for effective communication, leadership, and teamwork. The conversation also touches on emotional intelligence, ownership, and the challenges of applying soft skills in high-stress situations. Yadi emphasizes the need for continuous improvement in these areas and advocates for the normalization of soft skills education across industries. đCareer Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#98 - Ditching AI Resumes & Human-Centric AI Council Agenda - Presented by CalendarPA.com
The Purple Acorn HR Morning ShowIn Episode 98 of The HR Morning Show, hosts Serge Boudreau and Danielle Farage break down significant structural shifts impacting the tech sector and corporate operations. The episode leads off with an analysis of TikTok's operational shutdown of its Nashville hub, which resulted in the elimination of 250 roles as part of a broader industry push to consolidate real estate footprints and centralize technical talent. The co-hosts also examine new data from Challenger, Gray & Christmas showing that despite broader labor market stabilization, enterprise technology firms continue to drive targeted job cuts as capital rapidly shifts toward artificial intelligence infrastructure and operational automation. The broadcast continues with a deep dive alongside featured guest Kyle Lagunas into the Year Two Agenda for the Human-Centric AI Council, highlighting how organizations can ethically navigate digital transformation without losing focus on the employee experience. Additionally, Trent and guest Cliff Stevenson drop in for the "Talk Nerdy with iCIMS" segment to discuss data-backed talent acquisition trends. Closing out the show, Serge presents a weather report focused on talent acquisition best practices, explaining why candidates must step away from using AI-generated resumes and how recruiters can better evaluate authentic candidate capability. Make sure to give our sponsors CalendarPA.com and Talent Tech PR some love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ExecThread Turns 10 with CEO Joe Meyer
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastToday Iâll be talking with Joe Meyer the founder and CEO ExecThread which just turned 10 years old⌠If you dont know ExecThread they are a curated marketplace of crowdsourced career opportunities for the C-Suite & Board level. Joe shared on Linkedin recently that they just surpassed 900,000 registered members so i Thought it would be a good time to catch up with him and the business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Time Travelers in Your Pipeline
The Jim Stroud PodcastIn this episode: One in five LinkedIn users has rewritten a job they already left. A new Stanford study caught "time travelers" adding AI skills to old roles, deleting DEI, and letting chatbots ghostwrite their pasts. What the edits reveal, and why a freshly polished old job is the loudest hire-me signal nobody is watching. ... 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
#97: How he gets brand deals with a small following ft. Lloyd George
Workfluencer: Personal Branding & Content CreationMost creators assume they need a huge following to land brand deals. They don't. Lloyd George has been on both sides of the creator economy. He's worked inside major agencies running campaigns for brands like Coca-Cola, Kevin Hart, and The Rock, while building his own creator business on the side. Now he's gone full-time as a creator and freelancer. In this episode of Workfluencer, Lloyd pulls back the curtain on what actually happens when brands decide which creators to hireâand why follower count is often much less important than creators think. We talk about how small creators can land brand deals, why creators disqualify themselves before ever pitching, the role relationships play in getting opportunities, and how Lloyd thinks about pricing and negotiating brand partnerships. We also get into the much bigger question of when a creator is actually ready to leave their day job, why having a steady paycheck can protect your creative business, and how surrounding yourself with other creators can change what you believe is possible. Plus, Lloyd shares the biggest sponsored post he's landed, why he blocks people on social media, and the creator analytics he'd love to peek at. What You'll Learn: Why creators disqualify themselves from brand deals, and how to stop How to meet the decision makers who hire creators, even outside major cities Why relationships can matter more than follower count How creators can increase the value of a brand deal What Lloyd learned from seeing six-figure creator campaigns How to know when you're ready to go full-time How to build confidence around charging what you're worth Resources Mentioned: The Creator Ledger Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCreatorLedger1 Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore: https://www.sponsormagnet.com Rhona's Newsletter: https://link.rhonapierce.com/newsletter2 Connect With Us Connect with Lloyd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloyd-george-634a7793/ 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 turn employee expertise into content that gets noticed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Indeed Pulls Back Auto Apply
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastJob search giant Indeed has officially paused the fully automated mode of its newly launched âApply for Meâ feature, following swift resistance from recruiters and employers concerned about paying for bot-generated job applications. https://hrtechfeed.com/indeed-hits-pause-on-apply-for-me-ai-feature-after-employer-pushback/ ZIP Recruiter Total Revenue: $118.1 million, a 5% increase year-over-year and $6 million above the midpoint of the companyâs previous guidance. https://hrtechfeed.com/ziprecruiter-tops-q2-2026-expectations-as-ai-matching-drives-growth-and-debt-buyback-boosts-profits/ Clearanjob Revenue grew 14% year-over-year to $15.6 million. Dice Revenue dropped 14% year-over-year to $15.8 million. https://hrtechfeed.com/dhi-group-reports-mixed-q2-2026-results-defense-hiring-soars-as-tech-market-struggles-to-recover/ NEW YORK â Symphony Talent, a global leader in talent acquisition solutions, today announced the launch of AI Search Visibility Solutions, a new offering that gives talent acquisition (TA) and employer brand (EB) leaders a benchmarked, repeatable way to understand, influence, and continuously improve how their organization appears across leading AI search platforms https://hrtechfeed.com/symphony-talent-launches-ai-search-visibility-solutions/ SAN FRANCISCO â Global HR and payroll platform Deel has announced the acquisition of Clarity, an AI cybersecurity company specializing in deepfake detection, identity verification, and fraud prevention. https://hrtechfeed.com/deel-crosses-1-5b-arr-announces-its-15th-acquisition/ SANTA MONICA, Calif. â ZipRecruiter, Inc. (NYSE: ZIP) reported its second-quarter 2026 financial results on Wednesday, delivering revenue that topped company expectations alongside a substantial boost to net income. Key Financial HighlightsColo. â DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX), the parent company behind online career marketplaces ClearanceJobs and Dice, reported its second-quarter 2026 financial results on Wednesday. The report highlights a stark contrast between two distinct segments of the employment landscape: a booming defense sector and a sluggish general technology hiring market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The AI Productivity Promise with Matt Charney and Brandice Payne
Transformation RealnessDive into the complexities of AI and productivity with Transformation Realness, as host Kyle Lagunas sits down with the sharp-witted Matt Charney and seasoned product marketing leader Brandice Payne. In this episode, they tackle the unfulfilled promises of AI in enhancing workplace productivity and what it means for HR and talent leaders in 2026. Matt Charney, known for his unfiltered insights in the HR tech space, and Brandice Payne, who bridges the gap between vendor promises and buyer experiences, join forces to dissect why AI has yet to deliver on its grand productivity promises. They explore the widening chasm between what vendors sell and what buyers actually experience, and debate whether productivity has plateaued or peaked. Listeners will gain insights into the real impact of AI on individual worker output, the role of automation, and the potential of emerging technologies like quantum computing. The conversation also delves into the cultural shift needed to leverage AI as a tool for doing better work, not just more work. Join this engaging discussion to understand how HR and talent leaders can navigate these challenges and maintain credibility in their domains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You Called Out HR⌠And You're Not Wrong
The Human CapitalistI recently posted a video about the Bolt CEO firing HR. The comments that followed weren't just criticalâthey were brutal. People called HR: "Anti-worker." "The company's snitch." "Overpaid." "Only there to protect leadership." Instead of defending the profession, I decided to do something different. I agreed. Not because every criticism is fairâbut because every one of those comments represents a real experience someone had with HR. And if we want to rebuild trust in this profession, we have to stop getting defensive and start listening. In this episode, I break down: Why HR earned its reputation The paradox at the center of Human Resources Why employees stopped trusting HR The four mindset shifts every FutHRist must embrace How HR can balance serving employees while protecting the business Why transparency, accountability, and measurable business value are the future of HR I also share concepts from my upcoming book, The Futurist, including why I believe the next generation of HR leaders must become strategic business leadersânot just policy managers. If you're an HR professional, I challenge you to watch this with an open mind. If you're an employee who's been burned by HR, I'd love to hear your perspective too. đ Drop a comment below. Has HR helped you... or hurt you? Let's have the conversation openly. If you enjoy conversations about AI, leadership, HR strategy, workforce transformation, and the future of work, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and share this video with someone who needs to see it. Chapters 00:00 The Comments That Changed My Mind 00:18 You're Not Wrong About HR 00:58 Reading the Comments 02:06 Why HR Earned This Reputation 03:36 Introducing the FutHRist Mindset 04:25 Shift #1: Transparency Over Secrecy 05:14 Shift #2: Accountability Goes Both Ways 05:54 Shift #3: Create Visible Business Value 07:49 Shift #4: HR Must Be the Voice of the Workforce 08:57 Rebuilding Trust Starts With Us 09:32 A Message to Employees Burned by HR 10:09 The Futurist Book Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#97 - When HR Wears Every Hat - Presented by CalendarPA.com
The Purple Acorn HR Morning ShowIn Episode 97 of The HR Morning Show, hosts Serge Boudreau and Dan Riley dive into the evolving pressures facing modern People Ops professionals, starting with surprising OpenAI research on cross-functional HR scope creep and the delicate protocol surrounding executive resignations. The hosts explore how understaffed HR teams are increasingly leveraged to cover non-HR operational gaps like marketing and finance, alongside actionable career advice on managing public departure announcements without compromising personal brand transparency or long-term reputation. The episode features dynamic guest conversations spanning the entire workplace ecosystem. AltHR Hive co-founders Mindy Honcoop and Marnie Robbins introduce their human-centered SIGNAL framework designed to cure HR isolation and burnout through agility and trust. Next, doctoral researcher Heather Wilson challenges legacy paradigms by proposing a shift from traditional HRD to Organizational Development, while addressing the critical judgment gap in AI education. Closing out the hour, serial founder Kristy McCann delivers an unfiltered account of balancing multi-hat executive leadership while actively battling a former venture capital firm in federal court. Make sure to visit the sponsors of the show, CalendarPA.com and Talent Tech PR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Indeed's Rivals Need to Step Up!
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastI recently sounded the alarm on the misteps of Indeed, writing about how HR professionals and employers are finally reaching a breaking point over rising costs, complex pricing/rules, and diminishing returns. The phrase âThe Indeed Taxâ has begun to resonate deeply with anyone managing a recruitment ad budget. But as I look at the broader landscape of the recruitment ad industry, Iâm left asking a incredibly frustrating question: Where the hell is the competition? And Why havenât they capitalized on the Indeed missteps? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We Have AI. Do We Still Need HR?
The Jim Stroud PodcastJim Stroud speaks with Susan Anderson, Chief Services Officer for Mitratechâs HR Solutions Division, about why human judgment, accountability, and transparency still matter in an AI-powered workplace. They discuss AI-driven hiring decisions, workplace policies, employee productivity, algorithmic management, compensation, and whether AI agents should be treated like workers. Susan explains how HR can help organizations redesign work while protecting culture, compliance, trust, and the people affected by automated decisions. About our guest: Susan Anderson, Chief Services Officer at Mitratech, argues that AI makes HR more critical, not obsolete, by enabling smarter, compliant decision-making. The conversation debunked the idea that HR should "own" AI agents as pseudo-employees, emphasized human accountability in AI-assisted decisions, and explored how organizations should build AI playbooks grounded in transparency, skill-building, and psychological safety. https://www.linkedin.com/in/susansanfordanderson/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transforming HR Programs into Business Drivers with Jennifer Brunelle from NRG
Transformation RealnessIn this episode of Transformation Realness, host Kyle Lagunas sits down with Jennifer Brunelle, who leads Access and Opportunity at NRG, a Fortune 250 company. Jennifer shares her unique journey from event production and working with the Clinton Foundation to spearheading talent acquisition, employee experience, and inclusion at NRG. Listeners will gain insights into how Jennifer has transformed traditional HR programs into genuine business drivers, moving beyond the typical feel-good initiatives. Jennifer discusses the pivotal role of HR in today's business landscape, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and creating value that aligns with business initiatives. She shares her perspective on the shift from back-of-house HR functions to a more public-facing role that impacts investor relations and client perceptions. Her approach to integrating programs like ERGs into strategic assets is a masterclass in aligning resources with organizational goals. The conversation also delves into specific initiatives, such as the patrol to power program aimed at recruiting veterans, and how these efforts are woven into the broader fabric of the company's values and objectives. Jennifer's ability to connect different parts of the organization to enhance value showcases her strategic thinking and leadership in transforming HR practices. Tune in to learn how to leverage your network as a strategic asset and build credibility that drives meaningful impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Electrician Recruiting Platform Lands $10M
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastIs your career site delivering the conversion you need? Daliaâs plug-and-play tech turns any employer career site into a high-performance candidate conversion engine â no replatforming required, live in days.Visit dalia.co to learn more. Alright rec techiesâŚ..hereâs what's happening this week. First up, Apply Government Solutions⢠(ApplyGovâ˘), formerly Monster Government Solutions, announced today its new brand identity, reinforcing the companyâs position as a trusted federal technology partner dedicated to advancing federal hiring. The company also introduced FedHire⢠as the new name for its flagship talent acquisition system, previously known as Monster Hiring Management Enterprise, reflecting its continued commitment to delivering secure, modern, and mission-ready hiring technology for federal agencies. https://hrtechfeed.com/hr-technology-in-the-news/ Recruitics announced today the launch of Open Job Context Protocol (OJCP), a new industry standard that provides employers and AI agents with a structured way to interact with job postings and applications. OJCP is designed to reduce application noise, protect candidate data, and make it dramatically easier for employers to find and hire qualified people in an era when AI agents search for jobs on behalf of humans. https://hrtechfeed.com/recruitics-tries-to-get-industry-behind-open-job-context-protocol-ojcp/ HOUSTON â Buildforce, the largest tech-enabled electrician staffing business in the US, today announced it has raised $10 million in Series A funding led by Saepio Capital with participation from new investor Blue Heron Capital and existing investors including Revolutionâs Rise of the Rest Seed Fund, S3 Ventures, and Chicago Ventures. The new capital will be used to fuel continued national expansion and to further develop its technology, serving both electricians and electrical contractors. https://hrtechfeed.com/buildforce-raises-10m-series-a-to-staff-electricians-nationally/ Adzuna has officially acquired the assets of Joblift, the German job search platform. https://hrtechfeed.com/adzuna-acquires-joblift/ WOODBRIDGE, N.J.â Care Career, a rapidly growing healthcare workforce technology organization, today announced the acquisition of MAS Medical Staffing, one of the Northeastâs leading healthcare workforce organizations. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. https://hrtechfeed.com/care-career-announces-acquisition-of-a-medical-staffing-company/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scaling a Global Remote Team Without Losing the Human Touch - ep. #029
Return to PeopleCan a company scale a globally distributed engineering team across 17 countries without losing its human-first soul? In the latest episode of the Return to People Podcast, host Kaleem Clarkson sits down with Netlify CTO Dana Lawson. From a military origin story building servers with stacks of floppy disks to executive leadership roles at GitHub and New Relic. Dana brings a rare blend of deep technical mastery and radical empathy to modern operations. This conversation uncovers what it takes to run a high-performing team built on global talent rather than geographic proximity. Netlify didn't adopt remote work as a pandemic pivot; it was built from day one around the idea that geography shouldn't limit excellence. By purposefully keeping team size manageable, dismantling the pressure around mandatory meetings, and measuring leadership success by how well employees grow their overall careers, Netlify offers a masterclass in modern people operations. "The only thing that matters is fulfilling the dreams of the people around you. Because as a leader, that's really what you're trying to do... The developer experience is the human experience, because developers are people the last time I checked." The episode dives straight into the real friction points and major wins of running a distributed global workforce. Learn More About Dana Dana´s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dglawson Netlify´s Website: https://www.netlify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#96 - AI vs. College Grads & The Rise of Skill-Based Hiring - Presented by CalendarPA
The Purple Acorn HR Morning ShowWelcome to Episode 96 of The HR Morning Show, hosted by Brian Fink and Michael Goldberg, brought to you by the Purple Acorn Network and sponsored by CalendarPA.com and Talent Tech PR. This episode dives into the shifting dynamics of the modern workplace, starting with a look at two major industry headlines. The hosts explore a new SHRM Benefits Study highlighting a drop in mental health coverage alongside a surge in paid parental leave, followed by a startling industry report showing that nearly half of hiring managers are reallocating entry-level budgets to AI over hiring fresh college graduates. Brought to you by CalendarPA.com and Talent Tech PR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#96: How to Land Brand Deals Outside Your Niche
Workfluencer: Personal Branding & Content CreationBrand deals rarely come from playing it safe inside your niche. Kristi Kennebrew built Get Me Hired Kristi into a thriving creator brand while working full-time, but some of her most successful partnerships have come from brands nobody would expectâincluding a FIFA World Cup campaign. In this episode, host Rhona Pierce sits down with Kristi to discuss how she lands brand deals outside the career and HR space without losing the trust of her audience. They explore why creators shouldn't limit themselves to sponsors in their own industry, how Kristi pitches mainstream brands by connecting products to her audience's everyday lives, and what it takes to balance content creation with a full-time job. Kristi also shares why she treats content creation as a career safety net rather than a path to becoming a full-time creator, how her newsletter helped her transition into recruitment marketing, and why being open about rejection has become one of the most valuable parts of her brand. If you've ever wondered whether your niche is limiting your sponsorship opportunities, this episode will change how you think about creator partnerships. Key Takeaways: Why your niche doesn't have to limit your sponsorships How to pitch brands outside your industry Making lifestyle partnerships feel authentic Balancing a full-time job with content creation Using content as career insurance Navigating employer social media policies Why rejection is part of every creator's journey Resources Mentioned: Visit Kristi's website: https://getmehiredkristi.com/ Get Rhona's Newsletter: https://link.rhonapierce.com/join-newsletter Connect with Us: Connect with Kristi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-kennebrew/ 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
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