The POZCAST: Decoding Success with Adam Posner

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Scott MacGregor: Mobilizing Expertise in Talent Strategy from the best in Corporations, The Military and Professional Sports Jan 29, 2021

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2:35 - Scott's Introduction
6:25 - The Magic Formula
7:15 - Lessons learned from culture
8:53 - Ensure value through leadership
9:41 - Pivot in the world of recruiting
15:04 - Competitive Edge
16:30 - Warm Connections
18:12 - People over Everything
22:20 - Building and Forming Relationships
23:01 - Effect of Covid
27:00 - The Book Series
34:51 - The word 'Authentic'
38:12 - Scott's Super Power
39:55 - Personal and Professional Silver Linings

BEST OF #thePOZcast: E105 Jackson Jeyanayagam: Real, Actionable Golden Career Advice: VP & GM at Clorox Jan 27, 2021

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2:53 - Prediction on American Politics
3:54 - Start of the Career Journey
8:32 - How important is HAPPINESS?
11:20 - How to Lead People
12:41 - Best Mentor for Jackson
13:32 - How much to trust your Gut?
15:07 - Agency Background is Desirable?
19:14 - Job Search
22:35 - The Box Story
24:03 - How do you define Brand?
25:35 - Be a Customer First, before you become an Employee
27:02 - Title is just Ego
30:12 - Clorox Experience
32:33 - Coach is important
35:20 - Best Of both worlds
36:57 - Covid scenario for Clorox
39:03 - Go-to Interview Questions
42:03 - What does Authentic mean?
43:20 - SIlver Linings
45:02 - Jax's North Star

BEST OF #thePOZcast: E17 Jamal "Jay" Salim: Leading People & Talent In The Realest Way Jan 25, 2021

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Continuing the trend, for those of you that have been following along my career journey you may have noticed that I have some guests on that have been integral to my career journey and my next one, Jamal “Jay” Salim is certainly one of them. Jamal was the head of HR when I joined Boombox aka Ergo Interactive. It was a shortstop in my career before I moved over to Vayner but it was critical as I learned a ton in those few short months about myself, tough clients and finding success inside a small agency. More importantly, I made a lasting friend and powerful business connection with my man Jay. Most recently, Jamal was the People Lead at Complex, where he is leading the culture of the company synonymous with culture. Prior to Complex, Jay led the HR department at Laundry Service, an Ad Age Top 10 Agency two years in a row, and Cycle Media. Like me, he is Brooklyn Born, him in East Flatbush and me in Sheepshead Bay, which we both take a lot of pride in. Jay is also a Veteran of the US Army, having served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, another aspect of him that I hold in the highest regard. When he is not building an empire over at Complex or rooting for the Brooklyn Nets you can find him scouring the universe for the hottest kicks or being front and center at the Jay-Z private concert. I love this dude and sure you will as well as we dig into all things TA, HR, Team building, Culture and a whole lot more. Enjoy and please comment and give a review/rating if you enjoy! Thanks For more, please visit www.thePOZcast.com Thanks

BEST OF #thePOZcast: E113 Matt Higgins From Poverty to the Board Room: A Success Story for the Ages Jan 24, 2021

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3:08 - What Inspired Matt Higgins?
5:27 - Trump is the most authentic leader
6:08 - Difference of Opinion in US Elections 2020
7:04 - Covid Crisis
8:23 - Matt's Early Days and Life Challenges Faced
10:51 - Dropping out from school
12:19 - Journalism - Ability to communicate
13:10 - Bridge the gap
14:17 - Rudy Giuliani
18:06 - Degree of Sacrifice
19:31 - Dont feel sorry for yourself
20:56 - Recovery Effects Post 9/11
26:04 - Sports and Entrepreneurship
28:27 - What makes you different?
29:43 - Take a Pause / Survive the Pandemic
30:56 - Relationship with Gary Vee
35:57 - One thing Matt dislike about working with Gary
37:24 - Shark Tank
38:26 - The best Shark
39:47 - The biggest regret
40:44 - Matt Higgins' Hobbies
43:09 - Favorite Place to travel
45:04 - Matt Higgins' Signature Interview Questions
47:40 - Single Greatest Piece of Advice
48:18 - Greatest Professional Accomplishment
49:40 - Personal & Professional Silver Lining

BEST OF #thePOZcast: E69 Cathy Heller: #dontkeepyourdayjob Host: Entrepreneurship & Inspiration Jan 22, 2021

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3:03 – Cathy’s Elevator Pitch
10:11 – Asking is the key
12;38 – Make One Relationship a time
15:30 – Open Yourself up!
22:22 – How to Find Clarity?
24:55 – Four Types of People
29:11- There is always enough room
31:31 – Building and Validating a Successful Business
37:52 – Advice on Comedy
40:32 – The A ha Moment Getaway
46:12 – Greatest Piece of Advice

BEST OF #thePOZcast: E100 Adam Posner: Gary Vee Hands Me My Loss Jan 22, 2021

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1:36 – Rewind into Adam’s Life story
3:02 – Reaction on losing the dream job – Find the self awareness – Be realistic
4:30 – Double down on your strengths
6:03 – Brian challenging situation – blaming external sources – take 100% accountability
6:37 – Reason for getting fired
7:36 – Being Truly Vulnerable
9:18 – Unlocked the passion & Tenacity
11:00 – Nobody forces you to own your loss, and pushes you to do something – Take accountability – learn and not repeat mistakes
12:03 – Once you take ownership of your loss, you create opportunities
13:11 – Biggest mistake in recruiting in early career
15:36 – What makes you a great recruiter?
16:31 – Single best piece of advice – Plan your work and work your plan
17:44 – Adam’s super power – Connecting
19:19 – Why the name, NHP Talent Group

BEST OF #thePOZcast: E99 NY Governor David Patterson Jan 22, 2021

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5:30- The New Racism
11:44 – Impetus for Real Change?
16:25 – Attack on Police Force?
19:03 – Presidential Affairs with reference to his Published Book
22:56 – Overcoming Adversity
27:31 – Basketball Story with Gov. Cuomo
29:27 – March with Mohammad Ali
31:20 – President Obama
40:10 – Washington Story
42:54 – Thoughts on Trump
46:30 – Queen Elizabeth’s Story
47:54 – Tom Hanks Incident
48:26 – Survivors and a German incident
50:17 – The Pope Episode
52:53 – Favorite Moment in the Book
53:43 – Advice for a Long Lasting Marriage
55:12 – Authenticity
57:16 – Don’t take anything Personal
59:37 – Silver Lining in times of Covid

BEST OF #thePOZcast: E50 Claude Silver- Gary Vee's Right Hand Building Culture Jan 22, 2021

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3:03 – Approach to Employee Handling
4:24 – Self Awareness / Recognition of Values
7:32 – Process of letting go
8:20 – How to create work environment friendly/ Connection and Belonging
11:55 – The dark side of letting go
13:40 – Dont Burn Bridges/ Sh*t Happens/ Forgive Yourself
15:47 – Termination/ After Care / Keep Connected
22:39 – What’s not so ‘Awesome’ about working with Gary
25:02 – The Art of Communication/ Feedback Training/ Being Empathetic
29:00 – Parenthood and Work
31:20 – The ING (Survivors of Abuse)

Mike Metcalf and Shaun Peet: 12 Second Culture - NASCAR Pit Crews & Business Leadership Jan 22, 2021

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3:03 - Mike's Journey
5:02 - Shaun's backstory
5:28 - Breakdown of Car Racing Process
7:47 - Training and Sequencing
10:44 - How to find a Niche
12:14 - The Danger involved
13:53 - Interview and Recruiting Process
16:18 - Think Outside the Pit
18:05 - How to bring a balance
19:50 - Diversity in workplace
21:49 - Change is Happening
24:39 - The importance of feeling Valued
27:36 - Why should anyone pick up this book?
29:30 - The word 'Authentic'
30:27 - One Golden Piece of Advice
32:02 - SuperPowers
34:25 - What is your NorthStar?

Tamara Keller: From Civil Engineer to Marketing Agency Founder- The Sax Agency Jan 15, 2021

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2:48 - Tamara's Journey to Success
4:28 - How was your purpose aligned with the true calling?
6:45 - Switch to Marketing Agency
10:04 - Remain Focused
11:28 - Type of Clients
14:18 - The Pandemic Effect
16:52 - Black Lives Matter
19:28 - Brands' Awakening
21:15 - Challenges Faced during Covid
23:54 - Working on a Non-Profit Project
27:54 - Finding and Having the Right Mentor
30:14 - What does 'Authenticity' Mean?
32:50 - Greatest Piece of Advice
34:05 - Personal and Professional Silver Lining

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