The POZCAST: Decoding Success with Adam Posner

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Optimizing Talent Acquisition and Organizational Development with Advanced Analytics: Kristen Boyle @ HireRoad Mar 28, 2024

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(00:04) Uncovering Organizational Wellness With People Analytics
(10:03) Best Practices in Marketing and Hiring
(16:25) Podcast Promo

Navigating Work-Life Harmony with Newborns and AI Recruiting Tools: Donald Knight @ Greenhouse Mar 27, 2024

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Welcome to the first of 14 episodes recorded LIVE at Transform HR 2024 in Las Vegas this March! I am proud to share the first episode with Donald Knight, the Chief People Officer at Greenhouse. Enjoy! Full YouTube interview: https://youtu.be/1j850x-mcOs Discover the profound impact of parental leave on families and teams as we share heartfelt stories and expert insights with Donald Knight, the Chief People Officer at Greenhouse. Our conversation navigates the personal and professional journeys of taking time off for new family members, heralding a powerful message about the value of work-life balance. Donald brings to the table his personal experiences with family expansion and the unexpected tax advantages that came with it, underscored by the crucial influence of male participation in parental leave. Find out how stepping away from the office can lead to unexpected growth within your team, and hear firsthand accounts of innovation from his time at South by Southwest. Ready for a fresh take on AI's role in recruitment? We've got you covered with an engaging narrative that transcends algorithms, featuring a memorable encounter with Raina, a bartender who exemplifies first-class service and the human touch indispensable in any industry. As the first executive hire through Greenhouse's AI-powered sourcing tool, I unpack the responsible use of AI in hiring, from automating mundane tasks to creating engaging content. We emphasize the essence of a company's career site as the face of its brand and the integrity needed to avoid falling into the trap of 'company catfishing.' Join us as we examine the importance of self-awareness in addressing unconscious biases, ensuring that the human element remains at the heart of hiring, even in an AI-driven world. For more on Donald, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/proximityknight/ And check out Greenhouse! https://www.greenhouse.com/ I'd like to thank our main event sponsor, Matchr! Whether you are an early-stage start-up, scale-up, or global enterprise, our experienced sourcers/recruiters work dedicated for you on a subscription-based model to deliver on your hiring plan. Matchr combines technology, experience, and flexibility for startups, scale-ups, and corporates to quickly deliver on their hiring needs. Whether you are hiring across engineering, going to market, or G&A, Matchr has you covered. To find out how Matchr can be your flexible recruitment partner. Visit: https://matchr.io/pozcast Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. If you enjoyed this episode, kindly leave a review/rating, as it goes a long way.https://ratethispodcast.com/thepozcast Thanks!

Kelly Ann Winget: Pitch the Bitch: Grab Your Financial Future by the Bags Mar 22, 2024

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00:00 Introduction to Kelly Ann Winget
01:40 Early Financial Education and Independence
03:26 Key Lessons from Parents
05:22 Teaching Kids about Money
07:22 Challenges of Teaching Kids in the Digital Financial Economy
09:20 Journey into the Financial World
11:26 Recognizing Red Flags in the Financial Industry
13:14 Shifting to Inclusive Approach to Investing
15:12 Challenges in Traditional Finance and the Need for Change
17:30 Using Credit Cards Wisely
19:35 Aha Moment and Establishing Alternative Wealth Partners
21:08 Challenges as a Millennial LGBTQ Woman in the Financial Industry
23:14 Navigating the Waters of Marketing to LGBTQ Community
25:04 Concerns and Impact of Investments on the World
26:05 Origin and Purpose of the Book 'Pitch the Bitch'
28:39 Target Audience for the Book
29:44 Greatest Piece of Advice: Fail Fast and Have Purpose
32:53 North Star: Belief in the Good in the World
33:29 Where to Find Kelly Ann Wendget

Cultivating Top Down Leadership & Culture Excellence: A Deep Dive with Lyndsay Dowd Mar 15, 2024

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Takeaways

Networking is about adding value and building genuine connections.
Creating a positive culture starts with leaders who lead with heart and genuinely care about their employees.
Being open and receptive to others' stories and experiences can lead to meaningful connections and opportunities.
Diversity programs should focus on providing support and clear career paths for employees, rather than just meeting quotas. Recognition and purpose are important factors in employee satisfaction and retention.
Building a culture of advocacy can help employees feel valued and provide opportunities for growth.
Writing a book can be a vulnerable experience, but it allows for sharing knowledge and making a positive impact.
The book, Top Down Culture, is for aspiring leaders and provides stories and examples of good and bad leadership.
Lyndsay Dowd's future plans include speaking, coaching, and continuing her podcast, The Heartbeat for Hire.
Taking risks and embracing discomfort can lead to personal growth and transformation.
Lyndsay's North Star is to transform leadership and leave the world a better place.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:20 The Importance of Networking
04:00 Family Influence and IBM Culture
09:18 The Decline of Family Culture in Companies
13:09 Leaving IBM and Starting a New Journey
18:19 The Challenges of Being an Entrepreneur
23:08 The Importance of Being Open and Networking
28:19 The Pitfalls of Diversity Programs
30:20 Building a Supportive Culture and Measuring Success
31:19 The Importance of Recognition and Purpose
32:24 Building a Culture of Advocacy
33:55 Writing the Book: Top Down Culture
36:06 Who Should Read the Book
37:25 Future Plans: Speaking and Coaching
38:48 The Heartbeat for Hire Podcast
40:28 The Power of Taking Risks and Embracing Discomfort
42:32 Transforming Leadership and Leaving a Legacy
43:36 Where to Connect with Lyndsay Dowd

Hiring Tech Maverick Unleashed: The Journey to Building Hackajob with Mark Chaffee Mar 08, 2024

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00:00 Introduction to Mark Chaffee and Hack a Job
04:54 Origin Story: How Mark Chaffee Started Hack a Job
07:02 The Importance of Co-Founders in a Startup
08:13 Handling Early Conflicts in a Startup
09:58 Skills-Based Matching in the Tech Industry
11:31 Early Lessons Learned in Running a Business
12:59 The Mission of Hack a Job
14:48 Diversity in the Tech Industry
18:27 Using AI to Improve Diversity in Hiring
21:57 Addressing Neurodiversity in Hiring
24:47 The Future of Resumes and Career Narratives
28:48 The Uncertainty in the Job Market
33:42 Advice: Listen More Than You Talk
37:02 The Journey of Entrepreneurship
37:51 Finding Purpose and Motivation
38:21 Creating a Unique Work Environment
39:19 Solving Problems and Making an Impact
39:58 Connecting and Engaging
40:10 Closing Remarks

BEST OF: Laura Gassner Otting: Mission-Driven - Moving from Profit to Purpose Mar 06, 2024

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First Aired 8/20/21 Laura Gassner Otting is a professional motivational keynote speaker and Washington Post best selling author. Laura’s 25-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton’s White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected nonprofit search firm, Isaacson, Miller, to expand the startup ExecSearches.com. She founded and ran the Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group, which partnered with the full gamut of mission-driven nonprofit executives, from start-up dreamers to scaling social entrepreneurs to global philanthropists. She is the author of Mission-Driven, a book for those moving from profit to purpose. This Episode’s Heavy-Hitters: - Laura became a member of Bill Clinton’s campaign after she realized law school wasn’t for her. - She dropped out, and then “did what everyone does when they’re in a bad position in life” and “dated a guy that was awful.” Thankfully, this awful guy introduced her to an early Bill Clinton campaign, which would eventually take her to the White House. - The worst part about leaving the White House is that all of a sudden, people are less interested in taking your calls.Laura is a motivational speaker, but accountability might be even more important to her than motivation. - She’s a supporter of “compulsory service” like what’s used in the military draft, but instead for services like teaching, volunteering and so on. - “In this country, we like women who are in power; we don’t like women who want power” -- Laura on Hillary Clinton’s loss in the 2016 presidential campaign. - The hardest part of the book writing process for Laura isn’t the writing, it’s the thinking. The writing is “pretty quick,” it’s the thinking through experiences that takes some time. - “Failure is not finale, it’s fulcrum;” it’s where you can learn and rise from. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review/rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/thepozcast #thePOZcast is brought to you by our friends at Interseller – the prospecting + outreach platform of recruiters and sellers. Whether you’re doubling down on business development or recruiting talent, Interseller does all the heavy lifting of finding contact data, automating the email and follow-up process, and syncs all that rich data into 20+ CRMs and ATSs. Reach out and get going in a 2-week *free* trial today and let them know you heard about them from Adam on #thePOZcast. Check out a free demo today! https://bit.ly/2Fbm/BZ For more, please visit www.thePOZcast.com Thanks for listening!

Venturing Beyond: Jessie Draper's Journey in Tech, Motherhood, and Changing the Face of Venture Capital Mar 01, 2024

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00:00 Introduction and Background
02:46 Family History and Career Path
04:13 Challenges in the Venture Capital Industry
08:29 Investment Criteria
10:03 Characteristics of Successful Founders
11:28 Assessing Character in Founders
12:55 Deal Breakers in Investing
15:37 Adapting and Pivoting in Business
17:00 Challenges for Women in Entrepreneurship
18:22 The Need for Diversity in Venture Capital
21:25 The Role of Recruiters in Diversity and Inclusion
22:24 Mission and Focus of Halogen Ventures
24:23 Work-Life Harmony and Family Tech
26:03 The Challenges of Work-Life Integration
27:33 The Future of Family Tech
29:26 Opportunities for Disruption in Industries
31:57 Addressing Social Issues through Entrepreneurship
33:40 The Importance of Allies and Support
34:53 How Men Can Be Allies to Women
35:39 The Greatest Advice from Jesse's Grandfather
37:25 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Gratitude
38:53 Jesse Draper's North Star
39:18 Closing Remarks

Hiring Leaders Roundtable: Truths for Jobseekers (#thePOZcastLIVE) Feb 23, 2024

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We are back with our first edition of #thePOZcastLIVE Hiring Roundtable in 2024! Recorded: Thursday 1/25 @ 12p EST/ 9a PST Featuring an expert panel of Recruiters and TA Pros: Rocki Howard: Founder & Chief Diversity Officer @ Diversiology.io Clark Willcox: Founder @ The Digital Recruiter Reice Keck: Founder @ Mindhire YouTube Replay: https://www.youtube.com/live/1BEkp5RUT-A?si=6O_oGG92W6_BlWvG This a value-jammed show for both job seekers and recruiters alike. #thePOZcast is brought to you by our friends at Interseller – the prospecting + outreach platform of recruiters and sellers. Check out a free demo today! https://bit.ly/2Fbm/BZ Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner and all past shows at www.thePOZcast.com

From Brooklyn to the Seaport: The Remarkable Rise of Andrew Schwartz, Co-President of The Howard Hughes Corporation Feb 16, 2024

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00:00 Introduction and Background
02:59 Career Goals and Current Role
03:21 The Howard Hughes Corporation
04:08 The Seaport District in New York
05:22 The Power of Internships
08:31 The Importance of Paying Your Dues
11:08 Assessing Character in Interviews
12:43 Lessons Learned in Early Jobs
15:12 Mascots and Fan Interactions
18:09 Building the Barclays Center
20:26 Challenges of Bringing the Islanders to Brooklyn
22:14 Lessons Learned from the Islanders' Migration
23:11 Custom Design Jerseys
25:33 Building UBS Arena
29:04 Applying Sports Lessons to Pier 17
30:46 Passion for Hockey and Disabled Hockey
32:18 Hockey Stories
33:21 Parenting and Passion
35:35 Parenting Advice
36:31 Passion and Work
37:22 Building Relationships
40:04 Embracing Discomfort
41:08 North Star: Trust and Example

BEST OF: Leigh Steinberg: Pat Mahomes Agent and the Real Jerry Maguire Feb 14, 2024

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0:04 - Love for Sports
3;15 - Envision Sports as a Career
5:49 - True to the Values
6:13 - Key Mistake in early days
8:14 - Assess the character
11:11 - The Movie
15:28 - Peak of the Career
17:59 - The dark side of Life
21:26 - Relationship with David
22:06 - Mental steps to separate a business
25:05 - Going back to the roots
25:27 - Second Big break
28:47 - Accountability
30:06- Deciding Factor
31:56 - Approach to guiding the athletes / Aligning the values
33:47 - How to address the wrong attitude/violence
35:30 - Sports in terms of Covid
39:35 - Leigh's Legacy
40:37 - Greatest piece of advice
42:11 - Leigh's North Star

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