How do you uncover a candidate’s true potential in an interview?In this episode of Hire Learning, Oz Rashid speaks with Penelope Pena, VP of Global Talent at World Fuel Services, to explore what makes a standout candidate and how to identify it.From her game-changing question to strategies for leveraging AI in talent management, Penelope offers actionable insights for hiring managers, HR professionals, and leaders.Tune in to learn:Why “Tell me about yourself” is a must-ask question.How Penelope integrates AI to transform recruitment and employee engagement.The secret to spotting authenticity and a business mindset in candidates.Timestamps:[0:00] Intro: Welcome and Episode Overview[2:30] Penelope’s Journey: From engineering to global HR leader[7:10] The Power of “Tell Me About Yourself” in interviews[13:45] Why authenticity trumps polished resumes[17:30] AI in HR: How World Fuel Services uses tech to elevate talent processes[24:15] Building business-savvy teams: What to look for in candidates[30:50] Early career hires vs. lateral hires: Pros and cons[36:20] The future of talent acquisition: Trends and strategies[41:50] Final thoughts and advice for leadersWhether you're hiring, job-hunting, or just curious about the future of work, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you build a team that's driven by purpose?In this episode of Hire Learning, Oz Rashid sits down with Marta Ramirez, Chief People Officer at PayCargo, to explore a hiring philosophy that goes beyond resumes.Marta shares her approach to building resilient teams by hiring people who “have to work”—those with a deeper drive often fueled by family, community, or personal motivations. With a background that began in Cuba, Marta’s journey is filled with stories of resilience, overcoming obstacles, and finding purpose in her work.Tune in to discover:Why hiring for motivation over skills creates stronger, more dedicated teamsHow Marta’s early experiences in Cuba shaped her leadership stylePractical advice for leaders on building culture from the ground up in a fast-growing startupTimestamps:[0:00] Intro: Meet Marta Ramirez, PayCargo’s Chief People Officer[3:10] Marta’s Background: Growing up in Cuba and lessons in resilience[6:45] A Unique Hiring Philosophy: The power of hiring people with a “need to work”[12:30] Developing Talent: Why Marta prioritizes growth over experience[18:50] Building HR from Scratch: Marta’s transition from corporate to startup[24:15] Leadership Insights: Top lessons from a career in HR[30:40] Culture Building 101: How to create a purpose-driven team[36:20] Advice for Aspiring HR Leaders: Marta’s practical tips on leading with impact[41:00] Final Thoughts: Marta’s vision for HR and her approach to life and careerWhether you're a hiring manager, a founder, or someone looking to grow in HR, this episode dives into actionable insights on building a purpose-driven workforce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Hard Truth of Entrepreneurship: From Ghosted Investors to Building a Business in Live Events with Nikki SanzIn this episode of Hire Learning, Oz Rashid sits down with Nikki Sanz, Founder and CEO of Giggs, to discuss the raw truths of launching and scaling a business. From her early career on tour with big-name artists like Eric Church to the moment she decided to solve a problem that plagues the live events industry, Nikki’s journey is packed with insights for entrepreneurs, especially those facing challenges in hiring, funding, and building resilience in business.Tune in to discover:What it takes to turn passion into a viable business in an unconventional industryHow Nikki navigated a “ghosted” investor situationPractical strategies for hiring in a high-turnover industryWhy strategic networking has been pivotal for her business growthTimestamps:[0:00] Intro: Welcome and Episode Overview[2:15] Nikki’s Early Career: Getting started in the live events industry[6:45] The Inflection Point: How Nikki turned a major industry gap into a business idea[10:20] The Realities of Entrepreneurship: Funding, hiring, and surviving ghosted investors[15:50] The Giggs Platform Explained: Solving hiring challenges for live events[20:30] Key Tips for Hiring: What Nikki looks for in new team members[25:45] Building Resilience in Business: Why passion alone isn’t enough[30:10] Networking Done Right: How to leverage contacts for growth and partnership[34:25] Social Media for Founders: The power of storytelling in personal branding[40:50] Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Hard truths and actionable adviceWhether you're a founder, hiring manager, or an HR enthusiast, this episode is packed with invaluable advice and real-world stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Hire Learning, Oz sits down with Todd Brodie, Interim Head of Talent at Talent Works, for an insightful conversation about the evolving role of HR in today’s world. Todd shares his journey from non-HR business leader to top talent expert, offering valuable perspectives on how HR has shifted from compliance-based tactics to strategic, people-focused growth.Todd opens up about the ways HR can transcend its "policing" role, exploring the importance of building authentic workplace cultures that foster community and long-term employee success. He also dives into the unique HR challenges in the healthcare sector, and the dynamic, forward-thinking HR landscape he’s experienced in regions like Dubai.Key highlights:The Evolving HR Landscape: How HR has moved beyond compliance to become a true business partner.Healthcare HR Challenges: Insights on the impact of clinician shortages and employee retention.Global HR Perspectives: Todd’s reflections on working with teams across the Middle East, and the changing professional culture in Dubai.Employee Experience vs. Engagement: Why focusing on the holistic employee experience makes a difference in performance.Tune in for Todd’s philosophy on hiring for potential, leading with empathy, and why sometimes taking calculated risks is the best career move you can make. This episode is packed with wisdom for HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone interested in people-centered workplace transformation.Available now on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Honor the time that a woman took off to raise her kids, because that resume gap seems like a gap, but she worked harder than ever." — Jess EkstromIn this powerful episode of Hire Learning, host Oz Rashid sits down with Jess Ekstrom, founder of Mic Drop Workshop, to explore leadership, speaking confidence, and the unique challenges women face in the workforce. Jess opens up about her journey, from helping women become professional keynote speakers to advocating for fair treatment of mothers re-entering the job market.✨ Key Highlights:The Gender Pay Gap in Public Speaking: Jess shares a shocking story of how she was paid significantly less than her male counterpart and why transparency is crucial for change.Balancing Motherhood and Career: Hear Jess’s advice on how employers can better support working mothers and why the time spent raising children should be valued on a resume.Leadership and Speaking Tips: Learn how shifting your mindset from a 'Spotlight Speaker' to a 'Lighthouse Speaker' can transform the way you communicate and lead.Hiring Insight: Jess reveals her philosophy for identifying top talent—why hiring moms returning to the workforce has been one of her best decisions.If you’re passionate about leadership, advocating for women in the workplace, or just love hearing inspiring stories of resilience and growth, this episode is for you!🔗 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/3DDToNfLMuEDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Hire Learning, host Oz Rashid sits down with Mike Haarlow, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Spiras Health, to dive deep into hiring strategies, leadership insights, and the power of finding someone’s "why."Mike shares his unique approach to hiring, emphasizing the importance of understanding a candidate’s personal and professional motivation. He discusses why focusing on their “why” leads to better hires, stronger teams, and long-term success. We also explore how value-based care is transforming healthcare, the emotional impact of elderly care, and some truly heartwarming patient stories (including a baby kangaroo!). 🦘Episode Highlights:Hiring for the “Why”: Mike’s go-to interview question and why it uncovers the best talent.The importance of feedback: How listening to your team’s insights can help you avoid costly hiring mistakes.Finding hidden talent: Why promoting people who don’t “fit the mold” can bring out the best in your organization.Value-based care: How Spirits Health is helping elderly patients age gracefully at home with personalized healthcare plans.Heartwarming patient stories: A patient’s wish to dance at his daughter’s wedding and the unexpected adoption of a baby kangaroo.Watch now on YouTube:Follow host Oz Rashid on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid/More info on Guests:Mike Haarlow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-haarlow-5b9a3232/Spiras Health: https://spirashealth.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I can remember my mother running out and yelling at them, telling them to stop. And they literally turned around and said, ‘Well, if you don't shut up, we're going to hit you too.’" - Kevin StappIn the first episode of Season 2 of Hire Learning, host Oz Rashid kicks off the new season with a powerful interview featuring global HR and talent executive Kevin Stapp. Kevin takes us on a journey from his upbringing during apartheid in South Africa to his remarkable career in HR, spanning iconic companies like Conde Nast and De Beers. Learn how his unique experiences have shaped his passion for hiring and talent management. Discover his insights on giving opportunities to underrepresented talent, the core philosophy behind successful hiring, and what it takes to build world-class teams. Plus, don’t miss Kevin’s fascinating take on leadership, diversity, and the personal impact of his nonprofit work.Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media for exclusive content, hiring tips, and updates on upcoming episodes. Follow us on Instagram @hirelearningpod, Twitter @hirelearningpod, and TikTok @Hirelearningpodcast. You can follow Oz Rashid on LinkedIn here.Links mentioned in this episode:Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-stapp-b549273/Visit Kevin's website: https://hellophello.com/hi/kevinstappOld Greys Americas: https://www.oldgreyamericas.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a little different, but I think you're going to love it! To wrap up this season of Hire Learning, we thought we'd compile some of my favorite interview moments.That being said, I've had such a blast getting to chat with some amazing people and hear their incredible insights. And I'm so grateful to each and every person who has taken the time to come on the pod!Let me know what you think and be sure to tune in when we're back again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of Hire Learning, we're joined by CPG Marketing Executive, Ken Krasnow. Ken and I jump into a range of different topics. We talk about: How you can get your organisation to accept more risk, How to find complementary skills to create a high-performing team,What it's like to evaluate and collaborate in the CPG industry,Delve into Ken's favorite (spoiler alert: it's "The Speed of Trust" by Stephen Covey), And even get into the origins of Mountain Dew. This was fascinating episode to record and I can't wait for you to hear it!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of Hire Learning we are joined by a guest all the way in Dubai, Chris Ball, Managing Partner and Founder of Hoxton Capital Management. It was fascinating to hear Chris's story, from moving to the Middle East and what it did for his career to hearing a little bit about his entrepreneurial journey and what he does to create a unique candidate experience during interviews. Chris has so many great insights and this was such a cool episode to record! I can't wait for you to listen. Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of Hire Learning, I am joined by Henry Lescaille, the Chief People & Culture Officer at the United States Tennis Association. Throughout the episode, we talk about his time working at MTV, being in the media industry, working with a legacy organization like the USTA, and how you promote inclusivity and diversity within your own company's culture. Henry is an amazing leader and has so many insights to share. I know you're going to love this episode! Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of Hire Learning, I am joined by Jenn Harrold, the SVP of HR at New Day USA.Throughout the episode, she shares her experience of taking a sabbatical in order to reflect on her career. Jenn was also a longtime executive of Office Depot and shares tons of insights about finding purpose in your work, what advice she would give her younger self, and why she's so mission-driven in her new role helping put Veteran families in homes.I cannot wait for you to listen! Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm so excited to be joined today by Valentina Gissin, the Chief People Officer at Garner Health.Valentina has a really accomplished career, working at places like Deloitte, Bridgewater, Chewy, and now, at Garner Health. Her experience means she has some incredible insight.During our conversation, we covered everything from first-principles thinking, working at Bridgewater, employee experience, and how you develop people on your team through the power of radical candor.There's so much to take away from our discussion, and I can't wait for you to listen!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of Hire Learning, we are joined by Marcelle Acosta-Rubio SVP and Director of Talent Development at City National Bank.Marcelle has had an incredible career, first starting in HR at Gibraltar Private Bank, moving to the Director of Learning and Development at MBAF, and eventually to HBO Latin America as their Director of Learning & Organizational Development.With that being said, it was such a privilege to get Marcelle's insight on a range of interesting topics.We talked about everything from flexibility at work, learning, and development, what it's like to work in the banking industry, and what advice she'd give to her 20-year-old self.Oh, and tune in for tons of book recommendations!I can't wait for you to listen in on the discussion.Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of Hire Learning, I am joined today by Gabriel Andriollo. Gabriel is a PR executive with nearly 20 years of leading brands across the globe and most recently worked as former Senior Vice President Comms & PR of Televisa Univision. We had such an elevated conversation where we covered everything from music and how it plays a role in work, Hispanic monoculture, Game of Thrones, and, of course, all things hiring. Gabriel is an incredible conversationalist and I really enjoyed recording this episode. Can't wait for you all to hear it! Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of Hire Learning, we're joined by Tushar Pandit, the Chief People Officer at Spins.Tushar has 25+ years of broad and deep experience in the tech-enablement space. From start-ups through multi-nationals, VC/PE-backed privately-held to publicly-traded.In our conversation, we talked about everything from immigrating to a country and how that's helped him as a professional, what it's like to dive into a new industry, why he prefers working in startups over enterprise environments, and what it's like to be a coach for founders.Tushar has so much to say and he's incredibly insightful. I know you're going to get so much out of this conversation - just like I did.I can't wait for you to hear it!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Draper is on a mission to change the face of culture for organizations big and small.Alex is a British transplant living in the Windy City of Chicago and the CEO and Founder of DX Learning - an incredibly fast-growing human performance consultancy.Alex is super passionate about going into businesses and helping them hone in on specific leadership skills that help lead their employees to optimal performance. It's a people-first strategy backed by research that he's used to help Fortune 500 businesses elevate their workplace.Throughout this jam-packed episode of Hire Learning, we talked about building leadership, culture-coining, employee bias, and how to turn the dial-up on employee output.Of course, I also had to talk a bit about English football, specifically Arsenal and Liverpool. 😆This was a fascinating conversation, and I can't wait for you to hear it!Be sure to check out this episode 🙌 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of Hire Learning, we're joined by Lorna Hernandez, the VP of HR with Ricoh Latin America.Lorna has an incredible people-centric approach to HR and has massively grown her career in this space.Throughout the episode, she shares her insight on diversity, equity, and inclusion, how she was able to implement a DEI strategy across multiple countries in Latin America, and her thoughts on women in the workplace.Lorna is a mentor to the upcoming generation of leaders and is extremely passionate about improving every aspect OF the employee experience FOR every employee.She truly puts the "human" back in human resources.I can't wait for you to hear this episode!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's the difference between working the corporate life in the Big Apple to the beach life in Boca Raton? Traci Wilk is the person to ask!After years in New York City working in HR at Starbucks, Coach, and rag & bone, Traci moved about 6 years ago to Florida, where she now works as the Chief People Officer at the Learning Experience.Traci has so many great insights, including what she's looking for in potential franchisers, how she helps them find great people, what it's like to build a culture in a child center, and what the difference is between working in New York and South Florida.I learned a lot through our conversation and I know you will, too.Can't wait to hear what you think!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It really is possible to live through many different career lifetimes.My guest on this week's episode of Hire Learning, Francisco Sorrentino, is proof of that.From working his way up at IBM, VP of HR at AIG, Vice President of HR at Merck in Germany, Head of HR Latin America at Microsoft, and advised as a board member in London, Sao Paulo, and Buenos Aires - you can only imagine the wealth of stories Francisco has to share.Now, Francisco is working as the Chief People Officer for DigitalBridge, a global alternative asset manager focused on investing in digital infrastructure.Francisco is an incredibly interesting and dynamic individual with endless insight to share on how to bring people who fit into the culture of an organization on board and so much more.I cannot wait for you all to hear this episode!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm not sure you could find a better mentor in the HR space than Tim Toterhi. Tim is a long-time HR executive in the life sciences space, has 20 years of management experience in the Americas, Europe, and Asia, and is the author of several books, including "The HR Guide to Getting and Crushing Your Dream Job" and "The Introvert's Guide to Job Hunting." It was evident as I listened to him share his story on this week's episode of Hire Learning that Tim is incredibly passionate about what he does and even more passionate about sharing it. In the episode, we get to hear Tim's journey as a founder opening up his own consulting business Plotline, how his love of boxing applies to interviewing, and what it's like to work in the life sciences industry. Tim is a natural leader and has so many great insights to share when it comes to HR and HR in your organization. Don't miss out on this episode! Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I love hearing stories of ambitious folks moving up in a company - and Victoria Russell is the perfect example. Starting as a marketing analyst at Papa John's, Victoria worked there for over 15 years eventually landing up at the top as their Chief of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. And she continues to make strides now working as Beam Suntory's first Chief D&I Officer. Victoria has so much to share, everything from walking into a big PR controversy to stepping into a new organization and learning what they are really about. Her career has been so wide-spanning, and I learned so many insights about the exodus in DEI. Even cooler, Victoria shares her reflective experience with a recent mini-sabbatical - so cool. I can't wait for you to hear our incredible discussion! Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid. Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com. Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent. #Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Look no further for the ULTIMATE conversation on talent.No, this is not a breakdown of American Idol - I'm talking about recruitment!In this episode, I am joined by Diane Dagher, the Associate Vice President of Talent Acquisition at ModMed.It's rare you find somebody who deeply shares your passion, but Diane really gets it.When Diane first started at ModMed 13 years ago, she was working alongside 20 people.Now, the company has grown to 2,000.She shares with me how she got into the talent acquisition industry and what makes a great TA function.Diane really knows her stuff and has so many great insights to offer.If you're interested in a meeting of the recruitment minds - if I can call us that 😂 - listen in on this awesome episode!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every week, my mind is blown by the amazing guests we have on the podcast 🤯 And this week on Hire Learning was no different with Karen Ancira, the Chief People Officer at KFC US.I loved having the opportunity to hear about her incredible journey from working at Pepsi for 8 years to shifting over to KFC and working her way up the C-Suite ladder all the way to the US market. We talked about everything from building culture, how she's traveled the world with her family, and even how she's learned to be her authentic self.This was truly an inspiring discussion and I'm so grateful Karen came on to share her story and insights! I cannot wait for you to hear all that she had to say 🙌Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don't forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's crazy to think that direct mail advertising feels so archaic today.Since those beginning days, marketing has become elaborate billboards, sponsored posts across social media, TikTok brand accounts attempting humor, and even AI-driven campaigns. We've come a long way... And Jay Schwedelson has been around to watch this insane marketing evolution.Jay is the founder of GURU Media Hub, President and CEO of Outcome Media, AND the founder of Subjectline.com. Yeah, this guy's the real deal. It was so awesome to have Jay on Hire Learning and pick his brain on everything from personal branding tips, to direct mail and the future of marketing. He even clues us in on what he would change about the reality show "Love is Blind" 😂 - tune in to hear his take!I really enjoyed taping this episode and I'm positive you're going to love listening to it 🙌Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don't forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wondering how AI will impact your business? Leave it to Jig Patel, the Global Chief Technology Officer of Morningstar Technologies, to break it down for you. Jig is a fantastic speaker and has incredible experience in the financial services world and technology. It was great to have the opportunity to pick his brain on this week's episode of Hire Learning! We discussed the future of business with AI in the picture and, more generally, what he's looking for from people he hires into his team. Naturally, I also had to sneak in a little bit of sports talk 😁I really enjoyed this conversation with Jig, and I know you'll love it too! Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don't forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I love when I have the chance to reconnect with a blast from the past in my life...especially to catch up live on my podcast! In this week's episode of Hire Learning, I sat down with Curtis Weeks, who I worked with back in the day at Restaurant Brands International. Now, Curtis is killing it as the CEO of New Reach Education. On the episode, we have the privilege of hearing how Curtis is building an incredible community through great talent, how he's working to elevate the company's status and a bunch of insights into being a total operating guru! We even throw it back to the time he spent working as a district manager at Walmart. It was super fun to have Curtis on the pod, and I know you will learn a lot (as I did) from his story. Take a listen for yourself! Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don't forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you haven't heard of the HR Star, where have you been? On this week's episode of Hire Learning, we catch up with Kelly Tucker, the founder and MD of HR consultancy HR Star... Also known for her LinkedIn virality - which I HAD to probe her on in this episode 😂Beyond her great engagement on LinkedIn, Kelly, also has an amazing journey to share about how she got into HR and founded her company!Like many of us, Kelly had a squiggly career path before ultimately landing in the world of entrepreneurship, and those make for the best stories. We also chat about why HR is such an important function in any organization, how to make sure you are bringing in the best talent, and why taking care of your employees is great for your bottom line. I cannot wait for you to hear this episode!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want some free advice to advance your career?Never Eat Alone.If you're sitting alone having lunch, you're missing out on countless networking opportunities. I've always believed in this, but it was super refreshing to hear it from Roxanna Flores on the latest episode of Hire Learning; she should know a thing or two about networking, given her previous tenure as Chief People + Culture Officer at The Messenger.We had a great conversation about a whole range of things... biases in the media, how to craft a company's culture from scratch, the art of being courageous as a leader, and a chance encounter she once had with Sting.Whether you're a seasoned executive, an HR enthusiast, or just someone who loves a good story, this episode is for you. So grab your headphones, hit play, and let's grow together.I can't wait to hear your thoughts down below.Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out the latest episode of "Hire Learning" where host Oz Rashid sits down with Kevin Salinas, VP of Finance at Lumen Technologies, who shares his remarkable journey of staying and thriving at one company through multiple acquisitions spanning over 20 years.Kevin's insights on leadership, hiring strategies, and financial best practices are not to be missed.Join us for an enlightening conversation that will inspire and educate!#HireLearning #Podcast #Recruitment #Hiring #Leadership #Finance #CareerJourney #BusinessInsights #ProfessionalDevelopment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don't miss out on the latest episode of Hire Learning as host Oz Rashid sits down with Fort Lauderdale's own Keith Costello, CEO of Locality Bank. From his early career ventures to his impressive accomplishments in banking and the CrossFit community, Keith shares valuable insights into hiring top talent and his journey as a visionary leader. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that delves into entrepreneurship, leadership, and more! #HireLearning #Podcast #KeithCostello #LocalityBank #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Hiring #CareerJourney #CrossFit #VisionaryLeadership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out the latest episode of Hire Learning where host Oz Rashid sits down with special guest John Geyer, a seasoned professional with an impressive career spanning companies like GE and MetLife.John shares insights on talent acquisition, interview strategies, and even dives into some NBA basketball talk.As Oz and John catch up, they explore various aspects of hiring and innovation in today's workforce. Don't miss this engaging conversation!#HireLearning #Podcast #TalentAcquisition #InterviewTips #Innovation #CareerInsights #NBA #BusinessTalk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Early in your career? You'd better start building relationships.That's the advice from Florencia Stanfield, Chief DE&I Officer over at Vitesco Technologies. She'd know a thing or two about how to integrate when you're early on in your career.I had a great discussion with Florencia about the developments we've seen in organizations surrounding diversity; her own hiring philosophies; and naturally, I had to remind her how much better the weather is in Florida than Michigan.We finished up by touching on some great advice for herself in the early stages of her career, which is absolutely applicable to any younger listeners of Hire Learning.As always, drop your thoughts in the comments, can't wait to hear what you think!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you go from being a TV actor on some of America's best-known shows to building a successful business development firm?My guest on Hire Learning today, the CEO of Pipeline Plus, David Ackert, did just that.He revealed his journey and reasoning behind leaving acting, touched on his upcoming book, The Shortlist, and, naturally, his hiring philosophies.Honestly, this was a great conversation. David's story is one that I've wanted to showcase for a while now, and I'm so glad you can finally hear it.Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey ChatGPT,...You're probably hearing these words a lot at the moment, and my guest on today's episode is working with generative AI and developing it every day.Blake Janover has been in Commercial Real Estate for his entire career, from filing for bankruptcy in his 20s all the way to recently getting his current company listed on the NASDAQ.You could say he knows a thing or two about it.But more recently, Janover Inc has been developing its own generative AI tool, and it is revolutionizing the sector.Did I agree with everything Blake said? Absolutely not.But that debate is what made this episode so great.Give it a listen, let me know whose side you're on here, I can't wait to hear what you think.Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"What's it like to rise from humble beginnings as a pizza delivery boy to become the VP of Talent Management at a major food brand like Papa John's? On this episode of Hire Learning, Rich Butler takes us on a captivating journey through his unconventional career path and shares invaluable insights into the world of talent management.Some of my personal highlights from this episode include:- Rich's transition into a professional coach, focusing on middle management executives and the gaps he aims to bridge.- The driving force behind his confidence in helping leaders overcome limiting beliefs and achieve their potential.- A personal perspective on executive coaching, emphasizing the need for guidance during challenging transitions.- His own experience with entrepreneurship and the importance of assembling an advisory board for support.Whether you're a budding professional or an experienced leader, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and practical advice that will leave you motivated to take on your next career challenge.Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can be an exec in someone else's company and find hiring really easy. But you can also be a Founder of your own company and find hiring one of the hardest things you've ever done. Jimmy Speyer, Co-Founder of GlassHouse.Biz did just that, and to be honest, I hope you appreciate his candour as much as I did!We had a wonderful conversation about: - Jimmy's hiring philosophy. - How to set expectations upfront. - Moving into the start-up scene in Nashville. - Build a team and engage them whether you're in the office or at home.The sound bites we've pulled out of this one could be podcast episodes on their own! Thanks to Jimmy for sharing his wisdom with us. Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's no surprise that the best companies have a great structure for developing their workforce, and Alvarez & Marsal are no different.Today I caught up with Jeremy McLellan, their head of L&D for a conversation that was full of learnings.I KNOW you can all take away a lot from this episode, so make sure you have a notepad.Hope you enjoy this episode of Hire Learning, and let me know your thoughts!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a world of AI-generated content, you have to trust your instincts to know if something is fake.Not everything you see now is real, and Leo Cunningham would know, being the CISO for Owkin, a biotech company rooted in AI development.He’s spent his career working in cybersecurity for some of the most cutting edge technology companies, and came on the Hire Learning Podcast to impart some of that knowledge and wisdom to all of us.Truthfully, this was probably the most important conversation I’ve had this year, and I just know how beneficial it will be to you too.There’s not a lot else to say on this one, except I cannot wait to hear your thoughts.Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re doing more than 25% of the talking in an interview, stop talking.That’s what Karen Viera says anyway. And she’d know a thing or two about hiring, as the Global Chief People Officer and Senior Vice President of Church’s Chicken, somewhere I love to grab a bite to eat.Karen came on the Hire Learning Podcast to give us some nuggets of wisdom (pun not intended) that she’s picked up over the course of her more than 20-year long career in HR.She wholeheartedly believes in the importance of connecting with employees at all levels of an organization, and told us a little about Church’s new All Stars and Legends programs for longstanding employees.Oh, and of course we touched on the future of hiring from the technology aspect. I think Karen will be keeping her trusty notepad to hand for the foreseeable future, but that’s not to say she doesn’t see the value.Give it a listen and let me know your thoughts, this was a great conversation!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone makes mistakes in business. It’s a statistical inevitability. The difference between a run-of-the-mill HR employee and a future C-Suite Leader is understanding that.If you go into every interview terrified of making the wrong hire, you’re never going to build an all-star team, taking those risks is what leads to that.My guest this week on Hire Learning is Annabel Tsang, VP of Sales Effectiveness at Keurig Dr Pepper, and all-round corporate guru.We delved into everything from what life was like for her growing up age 12 working in her family’s restaurant, to how you overcome the challenges of moving around the world, to her favorite parts of living in California.This conversation really made me think about my own value system and how I lead my organization, and I’m pretty sure it’ll do the same for you too.Hope you enjoy it!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People don't just make your company, they are your company.At least, that’s according to Jordan Barry, a former Chief People and Culture Officer, and my guest this week on Hire Learning.Jordan has had one of the most incredible careers, working at the very top level of some of the largest companies in the world.He truly believes in the impact people can have on an organization, which, in a world of negativity, is extremely refreshing.Truthfully, this was one of the best conversations I’ve had on the podcast, and it’s obviously a subject that’s incredibly important to me.Have a listen, let me know what you think.Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's very easy to draw the wrong conclusions from data for any number of reasons.Maybe the dataset is wrong to start with. Maybe you’ve interpreted it wrong. But when you get it right, data is THE single biggest value tool you have as a company.This week’s episode of Hire Learning features Peter Fishman, co-founder of Mozart Data.After working at a whole host of companies from international powerhouses like Shell, all the way down to independents with less than ten employees, Fish saw the opportunity to build a business that would make data way easier to take advantage of.Let’s be honest, hiring without data is pointless, so I’m sure you can see why I was so excited to have this conversation with Fish.I cannot wait to hear your thoughts on this episode!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Skills" has become the latest buzzword that the working world has villanized in the last few years.And while the argument for hiring for attitude over skills is still incredibly strong, it doesn't mean we should be ignoring the power of a skillset (and the development of that skillset) that an employee can bring to your organization.In this week's episode of Hire Learning, I speak to Darren Lang. Founder and CEO of Kepler + Co.Kepler + Co take the emotion out of hiring for skill, and developing skills while someone is under your employment. Instead it becomes about data.It becomes about removing bias and finding the best solution (and skills) for everyone.Something you guys know I'm very passionate about.Hope you enjoy this one!Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The power of one is never as great as the power of 10. Community can mean everything to each of us individually. Whether it be at work, home, or in your social life, it's what brings us together and always leads to greater success. On today's episode of Hire Learning, we talked to @Sam Davidson, the Chief Executive Officer at the @Nashville Entrepreneurial Centre. Today, our discussion centred around everything from:- Nashville being one of the most entrepreneurial cities in America- To how the deeper you dive into community, the higher you'll rise in your career- And how shared energy fuels the Nashville's ECE community. I was so grateful for Sam for joining today.Can't wait for you guys to hear this one! Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes, athletes can make the BEST employers. They know how to recruit, they know how to coach, and above all - they know how to inspire a group of people to follow them on a journey.The ex-athlete mindset is an interesting one. Join me, Oz Rashid, and my latest Hire Learning guest, Geoff Griffiths, CEO of Builtvisible, as we dig into best practices when hiring and cultivating a high-performing team. Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NBA sits within the social narrative and the social zeitgeist of this country. And you know I'm a huge fan. But I'm an even bigger fan of my latest Hire Learning guest, @Gimbala Sanakre.Gimbala is Head of HR at @Preti Flaherty and formerly the VP, Head of Talent Acquisition at @WEX and the @NBA.He loves talent acquisition almost as much as I do, and he looks at it from an intellectual perspective. I like to think that I do the same. 😆So I'm really excited to dive in, and share with our listeners some of his great insights and learnings.Connect with our host, Oz Rashid, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid.Learn more about MSH: https://www.talentmsh.com.Don’t forget to rate, download and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss out on creative, innovative strategies for hiring the best talent.#Talent #Hiring #Learning #Teams #Jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Now you know I love to bring high level professionals doing amazing things from a career perspective to the Hire Learning podcast, but today's guest has got to take the cake. Revenue generationEnhanced customer experienceImproved customer attritionOptimising operational costs...All of this is @Aaron Miller's bread and butter. But you know what? So is baseball. ⚾Today's episode of Hire Learning is with Aaron Miller, the VP of Product Management and Customer Experience Strategy at one of South Floridas biggest companies and leading security company. But did you know he was also a professional baseball player for the MLB? Heck yeah. Nowadays, Aaron is known for championing customer centric culture to reimagine launch and scale solutions across the customer experience journey for a leading security company. And the story of how he got there is SO compelling. I know you're gonna love this episode. If you're looking to learn about what this transition might look like, and figure out how you go from being a pro sports athlete to someone in corporate America doing amazing things, you've got to listen to this one! And yes, we’ve got a new look 💪 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.