https://books.forbes.com/author-podcasts/fire-your-hiring-habits/enBusinessForbes Bookshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5f3d21e0e827e7c764bc6ea23afe1f4.jpghttps://books.forbes.com/author-podcasts/fire-your-hiring-habits/Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:32:15 +0000John W. MitchellJohn W. Mitchelljpardavila@forbesbooks.comJoin Dr. John Mitchell, the president of IPC and a leading expert in organizational transformation, as he explores the journeys of extraordinary global leaders. In Fire Your Hiring Habits, you'll learn how these thought leaders have tackled the...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mastering-the-art-of-managing-up-how-to-thrive-in-today-s-workplace-with-melody-wilding--64060714]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64060714Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:00:08 +0000John W. MitchellJohn welcomes Melody Wilding, a human behavior professor, award-winning executive coach, and author of the new book "Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge". Melody shares her unique approach to navigating workplace dynamics,...]]>2424falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-reliance-and-personal-branding-with-maha-abouelenein--63114776
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63114776Tue, 04 Feb 2025 07:35:07 +0000John W. MitchellIn this inspiring episode of Fire Your Hiring Habits, John welcomes Maha Abouelenein, CEO of Digital Savvy, personal branding expert, and author of the USA Today bestseller, Seven Rules of Self Reliance. With over 30 years of experience in global...
]]>2635falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/think-differently-unlocking-non-obvious-ideas-with-rohit-bhargava--63032109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63032109Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:15:06 +0000John W. MitchellThis week John is joined by futurist, bestselling author, and keynote speaker Rohit Bhargava to explore how "non-obvious thinking" can transform workplaces and leadership strategies. Rohit shares insights from his book, Non-Obvious Thinking: How to...2347falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unleashing-leadership-and-brand-potential-with-sunny-bonnell--63032098https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63032098Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:15:06 +0000John W. MitchellIn this episode of Fire Your Hiring Habits, John sits down with Sunny Bonnell, co-founder of Motto and co-author of Rare Breed, to explore the transformative power of branding and leadership in shaping thriving organizations. Sunny shares her journey...2950falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-bees-to-boardrooms-lessons-in-group-intelligence-with-siobhan-mchale--61835827




]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61835827Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:50:01 +0000John W. MitchellJohn sits down with Siobhan McHale, a renowned expert in workforce transformation and author of "The Hive Mind at Work," to discuss her groundbreaking insights on group intelligence (GQ) and its crucial role in organizational change. Drawing from her...




]]>2563falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/for-the-culture-reimagining-workplace-dynamics-with-dr-marcus-collins--61835431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61835431Thu, 19 Sep 2024 05:45:01 +0000John W. MitchellJohn is joined by Marcus Collins, a leading expert on cultural contagion and meaning making. Dr. Collins, the best-selling author of "For the Culture" and a Clinical Marketing Professor at the University of Michigan, shares his profound insights on...2672falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unlearning-silence-finding-your-authentic-voice-with-elaine-lin-hering-part-two--59297790https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59297790Thu, 13 Jun 2024 05:25:01 +0000John W. MitchellIn the second half of this insightful episode, Elaine Lin Hering dives deeper into the powerful concepts explored in her book "Unlearning Silence," sharing practical tips and exercises on how to rediscover and use our authentic voices more effectively...1457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unlearning-silence-finding-your-authentic-voice-with-elaine-lin-hering-part-one--59297791https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59297791Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:12:49 +0000John W. MitchellIn this thought-provoking episode, John Mitchell is joined by Elaine Lin Hering, author of the groundbreaking book "Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully." As a renowned facilitator who has worked across six...1433falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rethinking-workplace-change-a-conversation-with-ashley-goodall-part-two--58868508
About Ashley Goodall: Ashley is a leadership expert who has spent his career exploring large organizations from the inside, most recently as an executive at Cisco. He is the co-author of Nine Lies About Work, which was selected as the best management book of 2019 by Strategy + Business and as one of Amazon’s best business and leadership books of 2019. Prior to Cisco, he spent fourteen years at Deloitte as a consultant and as the Chief Learning Officer for Leadership and Professional development.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58868508Thu, 16 May 2024 05:25:01 +0000John W. MitchellIn the second half of their conversation, Ashley Goodall dives deeper into the central message of his new book, "The Problem with Change." He discusses what he hopes readers will take away from his contrarian view that constant workplace disruption...
About Ashley Goodall: Ashley is a leadership expert who has spent his career exploring large organizations from the inside, most recently as an executive at Cisco. He is the co-author of Nine Lies About Work, which was selected as the best management book of 2019 by Strategy + Business and as one of Amazon’s best business and leadership books of 2019. Prior to Cisco, he spent fourteen years at Deloitte as a consultant and as the Chief Learning Officer for Leadership and Professional development.]]>1301falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rethinking-workplace-change-a-conversation-with-ashley-goodall-part-one--58868507
About Ashley Goodall: Ashley is a leadership expert who has spent his career exploring large organizations from the inside, most recently as an executive at Cisco. He is the co-author of Nine Lies About Work, which was selected as the best management book of 2019 by Strategy + Business and as one of Amazon’s best business and leadership books of 2019. Prior to Cisco, he spent fourteen years at Deloitte as a consultant and as the Chief Learning Officer for Leadership and Professional Development.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58868507Thu, 09 May 2024 05:20:02 +0000John W. MitchellJohn's guest this week is Ashley Goodall, author of the provocative new book "The Problem with Change." In his book, Goodall challenges the conventional wisdom that constant workplace transformation and disruption lead to better employee performance...
About Ashley Goodall: Ashley is a leadership expert who has spent his career exploring large organizations from the inside, most recently as an executive at Cisco. He is the co-author of Nine Lies About Work, which was selected as the best management book of 2019 by Strategy + Business and as one of Amazon’s best business and leadership books of 2019. Prior to Cisco, he spent fourteen years at Deloitte as a consultant and as the Chief Learning Officer for Leadership and Professional Development.]]>1359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-people-pathway-todd-davis-on-cultivating-relationships-and-managing-talent-part-two--59297785https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59297785Thu, 18 Apr 2024 05:25:01 +0000John W. MitchellIn Part 2, Todd Davis digs deeper into the vital role that organizational culture plays in driving success. Drawing from his decades of experience, he shares his expert opinion on why cultivating a strong, positive culture is so critical. Davis...1704falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-people-pathway-todd-davis-on-cultivating-relationships-and-managing-talent-part-one--59297784https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59297784Thu, 11 Apr 2024 06:20:02 +0000John W. MitchellIn this insightful episode, John is joined by Todd Davis, a senior consultant, thought leader, and author whose pioneering work has transformed how organizations develop talent and build effective teams globally. With over 30 years of experience in HR...1406falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/getting-real-about-culture-the-hr-lady-s-no-nonsense-approach-part-two--59059913In part two, John and Wendy's conversation shifts to changing hiring practices to build a talented and engaged workforce. Wendy shares her perspective on why it's crucial for organizations to regularly reevaluate their hiring approaches in today's rapidly evolving marketplace. She dives into the pitfalls of relying too heavily on traditional hiring metrics and credential filters that can overlook outstanding candidates. Wendy also provides best practices for effectively interviewing prospective hires, including insightful questioning techniques to truly gauge skills, culture fit, and growth potential beyond just a resume. Dr. Mitchell and Wendy engage in a lively discussion around innovative hiring strategies to close skills gaps and increase workplace diversity. Listeners will walk away with a fresh mindset for rethinking their approach to recruitment and selection.

About Wendy Sellers: Wendy's expertise stems from personal experience, as she entered the field of HR without a clear plan and faced numerous challenges along the way. This has made her authentic, transparent, results-oriented, and committed to providing practical solutions without hidden agendas. She is The HR Lady®: Realistic, Honest, and Reliable.With over 25 years of experience, Wendy has worked in many HR areas, such as operations, downsizing, change management, corporate culture, remote and in-person workplaces, coaching, training, HR education, and leadership development. She has served businesses of all sizes, ranging from local startups to global enterprises, across diverse industries, including healthcare, dental, professional services, technology, manufacturing, construction, engineering, higher education, federal contractors, public safety, non-profit, and government agencies.Wendy's straightforward style means she doesn't sugar-coat things. She believes that people are a company's greatest asset and should be treated as such. That means training and empowering managers, supervisors, and employees to be successful in their roles is not an option; it is mandatory. Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady, trains administrators on HR compliance and managers on the rest: the people part, from hiring to termination.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59059913Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:31:07 +0000John W. MitchellIn part two, John and Wendy's conversation shifts to changing hiring practices to build a talented and engaged workforce. Wendy shares her perspective on why it's crucial for organizations to regularly reevaluate their hiring approaches in today's...In part two, John and Wendy's conversation shifts to changing hiring practices to build a talented and engaged workforce. Wendy shares her perspective on why it's crucial for organizations to regularly reevaluate their hiring approaches in today's rapidly evolving marketplace. She dives into the pitfalls of relying too heavily on traditional hiring metrics and credential filters that can overlook outstanding candidates. Wendy also provides best practices for effectively interviewing prospective hires, including insightful questioning techniques to truly gauge skills, culture fit, and growth potential beyond just a resume. Dr. Mitchell and Wendy engage in a lively discussion around innovative hiring strategies to close skills gaps and increase workplace diversity. Listeners will walk away with a fresh mindset for rethinking their approach to recruitment and selection.

About Wendy Sellers: Wendy's expertise stems from personal experience, as she entered the field of HR without a clear plan and faced numerous challenges along the way. This has made her authentic, transparent, results-oriented, and committed to providing practical solutions without hidden agendas. She is The HR Lady®: Realistic, Honest, and Reliable.With over 25 years of experience, Wendy has worked in many HR areas, such as operations, downsizing, change management, corporate culture, remote and in-person workplaces, coaching, training, HR education, and leadership development. She has served businesses of all sizes, ranging from local startups to global enterprises, across diverse industries, including healthcare, dental, professional services, technology, manufacturing, construction, engineering, higher education, federal contractors, public safety, non-profit, and government agencies.Wendy's straightforward style means she doesn't sugar-coat things. She believes that people are a company's greatest asset and should be treated as such. That means training and empowering managers, supervisors, and employees to be successful in their roles is not an option; it is mandatory. Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady, trains administrators on HR compliance and managers on the rest: the people part, from hiring to termination.]]>1626falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/getting-real-about-culture-the-hr-lady-s-no-nonsense-approach-part-one--59059914John welcomes renowned HR expert Wendy Sellers, aka "The HR Lady." Wendy is a sought-after speaker and consultant admired for her authentic, no-nonsense approach to cultivating thriving workplace cultures. Recognized as one of the most inclusive HR influencers, she brings invaluable insights on attracting top talent, effective leadership practices, and boosting employee engagement. In this candid conversation, Wendy shares personal stories and proven strategies for solving workforce challenges and closing the skills gap. Listeners can expect practical tips and thought-provoking perspectives as these two experts explore reimagining the workplace. Tune in for an inspiring masterclass in people-first leadership.


About Wendy Sellers: Wendy's expertise stems from personal experience, as she entered the field of HR without a clear plan and faced numerous challenges along the way. This has made her authentic, transparent, results-oriented, and committed to providing practical solutions without hidden agendas. She is The HR Lady®: Realistic, Honest, and Reliable.With over 25 years of experience, Wendy has worked in many HR areas, such as operations, downsizing, change management, corporate culture, remote and in-person workplaces, coaching, training, HR education, and leadership development. She has served businesses of all sizes, ranging from local startups to global enterprises, across diverse industries, including healthcare, dental, professional services, technology, manufacturing, construction, engineering, higher education, federal contractors, public safety, non-profit, and government agencies.Wendy's straightforward style means she doesn't sugar-coat things. She believes that people are a company's greatest asset and should be treated as such. That means training and empowering managers, supervisors, and employees to be successful in their roles is not an option; it is mandatory. Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady, trains administrators on HR compliance and managers on the rest: the people part, from hiring to termination.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59059914Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:25:01 +0000John W. MitchellJohn welcomes renowned HR expert Wendy Sellers, aka "The HR Lady." Wendy is a sought-after speaker and consultant admired for her authentic, no-nonsense approach to cultivating thriving workplace cultures. Recognized as one of the most inclusive HR...John welcomes renowned HR expert Wendy Sellers, aka "The HR Lady." Wendy is a sought-after speaker and consultant admired for her authentic, no-nonsense approach to cultivating thriving workplace cultures. Recognized as one of the most inclusive HR influencers, she brings invaluable insights on attracting top talent, effective leadership practices, and boosting employee engagement. In this candid conversation, Wendy shares personal stories and proven strategies for solving workforce challenges and closing the skills gap. Listeners can expect practical tips and thought-provoking perspectives as these two experts explore reimagining the workplace. Tune in for an inspiring masterclass in people-first leadership.


About Wendy Sellers: Wendy's expertise stems from personal experience, as she entered the field of HR without a clear plan and faced numerous challenges along the way. This has made her authentic, transparent, results-oriented, and committed to providing practical solutions without hidden agendas. She is The HR Lady®: Realistic, Honest, and Reliable.With over 25 years of experience, Wendy has worked in many HR areas, such as operations, downsizing, change management, corporate culture, remote and in-person workplaces, coaching, training, HR education, and leadership development. She has served businesses of all sizes, ranging from local startups to global enterprises, across diverse industries, including healthcare, dental, professional services, technology, manufacturing, construction, engineering, higher education, federal contractors, public safety, non-profit, and government agencies.Wendy's straightforward style means she doesn't sugar-coat things. She believes that people are a company's greatest asset and should be treated as such. That means training and empowering managers, supervisors, and employees to be successful in their roles is not an option; it is mandatory. Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady, trains administrators on HR compliance and managers on the rest: the people part, from hiring to termination.]]>1209falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/risha-grant-on-how-to-retain-talent-by-embracing-a-gen-z-mindset-and-centering-dei-part-two--57908063
About Risha Grant: Risha is diversity personified: CEO. Entrepreneur. Black. Female. Small-town born and raised. Bisexual. Spiritual. Ex-preacher’s wife. Cusser. Left-handed. Former Division 1 athlete. But these traits alone aren’t what make her one of the most powerful and effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) experts in the US. Hailed as a “cultural competency genius” and renowned for her storytelling chops, humor, and frank delivery, she has made a career of leading her audiences as well as executives and their teams, politicians, civic leaders, and academic directors around the world to Radical Acceptance (RA) through a unique bias-busting process of self-examination and concrete advice on how to behave, lead, and manage businesses more inclusively.In her role as a speaker and CEO of a multi-million dollar business, Grant has shifted the hearts and minds of her audiences and clients from around the world, including Google, Levi Strauss, Nestle Purina, Xerox, YouTube, Procter & Gamble, Discover Card Financial Services, Samsung Electronics America, Cox Communications, U.S. Airforce, U.S. Navy, Intuit, NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder, and Harvard University.She’s been featured in various national and international media including Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, Harvard Business Review, HR News, The Financial Times, Glamour Magazine UK, Bloomberg Media, and Black Enterprise, among others. She is also the author of two books: That’s BS! How Bias Synapse Disrupts Inclusive Cultures and the Power to Attract Diverse Markets and Be Better Than Your BS: How Radical Acceptance Empowers Authenticity and Creates a Culture of Inclusion.Grant has received numerous honors such as being named one of the Top 10 Most Powerful Women Leaders in HR, one of the 40 Top Women Keynote Speakers, and made the list of Top 100 HR Experts. She was named as 1 in 9 Speakers Turning Crisis into Opportunity by Entrepreneur magazine, and for three consecutive years been an Engagedly Top 100 HR Influencer and Entrepreneur of the Year.Grant will freely admit that she is a work in progress. She occasionally misuses pronouns. She prejudges others. Sometimes she walks in fear. Yet she has consistently striven to focus on love, and made it her mission to use her passion, persistence, knowledge, and experience to dismantle racism, sexism, classism, and plain old stupidism—including her own. She lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma with her partner, where when not teaching people how to challenge bias she is busy being the world’s best auntie.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57908063Thu, 15 Feb 2024 06:05:01 +0000John W. MitchellContinuing their conversation on Fire Your Hiring Habits, John Mitchell and renowned DEI expert Risha Grant delve into the intricacies of understanding and aligning with the Gen Z mindset. Risha emphasizes the importance of creating a workplace that...
About Risha Grant: Risha is diversity personified: CEO. Entrepreneur. Black. Female. Small-town born and raised. Bisexual. Spiritual. Ex-preacher’s wife. Cusser. Left-handed. Former Division 1 athlete. But these traits alone aren’t what make her one of the most powerful and effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) experts in the US. Hailed as a “cultural competency genius” and renowned for her storytelling chops, humor, and frank delivery, she has made a career of leading her audiences as well as executives and their teams, politicians, civic leaders, and academic directors around the world to Radical Acceptance (RA) through a unique bias-busting process of self-examination and concrete advice on how to behave, lead, and manage businesses more inclusively.In her role as a speaker and CEO of a multi-million dollar business, Grant has shifted the hearts and minds of her audiences and clients from around the world, including Google, Levi Strauss, Nestle Purina, Xerox, YouTube, Procter & Gamble, Discover Card Financial Services, Samsung Electronics America, Cox Communications, U.S. Airforce, U.S. Navy, Intuit, NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder, and Harvard University.She’s been featured in various national and international media including Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, Harvard Business Review, HR News, The Financial Times, Glamour Magazine UK, Bloomberg Media, and Black Enterprise, among others. She is also the author of two books: That’s BS! How Bias Synapse Disrupts Inclusive Cultures and the Power to Attract Diverse Markets and Be Better Than Your BS: How Radical Acceptance Empowers Authenticity and Creates a Culture of Inclusion.Grant has received numerous honors such as being named one of the Top 10 Most Powerful Women Leaders in HR, one of the 40 Top Women Keynote Speakers, and made the list of Top 100 HR Experts. She was named as 1 in 9 Speakers Turning Crisis into Opportunity by Entrepreneur magazine, and for three consecutive years been an Engagedly Top 100 HR Influencer and Entrepreneur of the Year.Grant will freely admit that she is a work in progress. She occasionally misuses pronouns. She prejudges others. Sometimes she walks in fear. Yet she has consistently striven to focus on love, and made it her mission to use her passion, persistence, knowledge, and experience to dismantle racism, sexism, classism, and plain old stupidism—including her own. She lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma with her partner, where when not teaching people how to challenge bias she is busy being the world’s best auntie.]]>1375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/risha-grant-on-how-to-retain-talent-by-embracing-a-gen-z-mindset-and-centering-dei-part-one--57908062
About Risha Grant: Risha is diversity personified: CEO. Entrepreneur. Black. Female. Small-town born and raised. Bisexual. Spiritual. Ex-preacher’s wife. Cusser. Left-handed. Former Division 1 athlete. But these traits alone aren’t what make her one of the most powerful and effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) experts in the US. Hailed as a “cultural competency genius” and renowned for her storytelling chops, humor, and frank delivery, she has made a career of leading her audiences as well as executives and their teams, politicians, civic leaders, and academic directors around the world to Radical Acceptance (RA) through a unique bias-busting process of self-examination and concrete advice on how to behave, lead, and manage businesses more inclusively.In her role as a speaker and CEO of a multi-million dollar business, Grant has shifted the hearts and minds of her audiences and clients from around the world, including Google, Levi Strauss, Nestle Purina, Xerox, YouTube, Procter & Gamble, Discover Card Financial Services, Samsung Electronics America, Cox Communications, U.S. Airforce, U.S. Navy, Intuit, NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder, and Harvard University.She’s been featured in various national and international media including Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, Harvard Business Review, HR News, The Financial Times, Glamour Magazine UK, Bloomberg Media, and Black Enterprise, among others. She is also the author of two books: That’s BS! How Bias Synapse Disrupts Inclusive Cultures and the Power to Attract Diverse Markets and Be Better Than Your BS: How Radical Acceptance Empowers Authenticity and Creates a Culture of Inclusion.Grant has received numerous honors such as being named one of the Top 10 Most Powerful Women Leaders in HR, one of the 40 Top Women Keynote Speakers, and made the list of Top 100 HR Experts. She was named as 1 in 9 Speakers Turning Crisis into Opportunity by Entrepreneur magazine, and for three consecutive years been an Engagedly Top 100 HR Influencer and Entrepreneur of the Year.Grant will freely admit that she is a work in progress. She occasionally misuses pronouns. She prejudges others. Sometimes she walks in fear. Yet she has consistently striven to focus on love, and made it her mission to use her passion, persistence, knowledge, and experience to dismantle racism, sexism, classism, and plain old stupidism—including her own. She lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma with her partner, where when not teaching people how to challenge bias she is busy being the world’s best auntie.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57908062Thu, 08 Feb 2024 07:05:01 +0000John W. MitchellIn an inspiring podcast episode, Fire Your Hiring Habits, host John Mitchell welcomes internationally renowned DEI expert and bestselling author Risha Grant. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of talent retention, exploring how organizations...
About Risha Grant: Risha is diversity personified: CEO. Entrepreneur. Black. Female. Small-town born and raised. Bisexual. Spiritual. Ex-preacher’s wife. Cusser. Left-handed. Former Division 1 athlete. But these traits alone aren’t what make her one of the most powerful and effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) experts in the US. Hailed as a “cultural competency genius” and renowned for her storytelling chops, humor, and frank delivery, she has made a career of leading her audiences as well as executives and their teams, politicians, civic leaders, and academic directors around the world to Radical Acceptance (RA) through a unique bias-busting process of self-examination and concrete advice on how to behave, lead, and manage businesses more inclusively.In her role as a speaker and CEO of a multi-million dollar business, Grant has shifted the hearts and minds of her audiences and clients from around the world, including Google, Levi Strauss, Nestle Purina, Xerox, YouTube, Procter & Gamble, Discover Card Financial Services, Samsung Electronics America, Cox Communications, U.S. Airforce, U.S. Navy, Intuit, NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder, and Harvard University.She’s been featured in various national and international media including Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, Harvard Business Review, HR News, The Financial Times, Glamour Magazine UK, Bloomberg Media, and Black Enterprise, among others. She is also the author of two books: That’s BS! How Bias Synapse Disrupts Inclusive Cultures and the Power to Attract Diverse Markets and Be Better Than Your BS: How Radical Acceptance Empowers Authenticity and Creates a Culture of Inclusion.Grant has received numerous honors such as being named one of the Top 10 Most Powerful Women Leaders in HR, one of the 40 Top Women Keynote Speakers, and made the list of Top 100 HR Experts. She was named as 1 in 9 Speakers Turning Crisis into Opportunity by Entrepreneur magazine, and for three consecutive years been an Engagedly Top 100 HR Influencer and Entrepreneur of the Year.Grant will freely admit that she is a work in progress. She occasionally misuses pronouns. She prejudges others. Sometimes she walks in fear. Yet she has consistently striven to focus on love, and made it her mission to use her passion, persistence, knowledge, and experience to dismantle racism, sexism, classism, and plain old stupidism—including her own. She lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma with her partner, where when not teaching people how to challenge bias she is busy being the world’s best auntie.]]>1403falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legal-leadership-unleashed-simplifying-global-hiring-with-miranda-zolot-part-two--57653490























About Miranda Zolot: With over 20 years of experience as an in-house legal counsel, Miranda is a seasoned leader and a legal creative who loves helping people and businesses succeed. She is an International Legal Design Expert, certified by Legal Creatives, and a charter member of TechGC, a peer community for General Counsels. As the General Counsel at Oyster, Miranda is building a legal framework for making cross-border employment easier, supporting global expansion for businesses, and helping to bring remote work to talented people everywhere. She leverages her expertise in employment law, litigation, information risk management, and legal operations to deliver forward-thinking, business-minded solutions that produce sustainable results. Miranda is a strategic business partner and adviser to the senior management team, and a hands-on leader of a diverse and collaborative legal team.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57653490Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:35:01 +0000John W. MitchellIn the second part of this episode, John Mitchell and Miranda Zolot delve into the complexities of navigating labor laws across borders. Discover how companies can follow local laws while respecting cultural norms. The discussion extends to the...























About Miranda Zolot: With over 20 years of experience as an in-house legal counsel, Miranda is a seasoned leader and a legal creative who loves helping people and businesses succeed. She is an International Legal Design Expert, certified by Legal Creatives, and a charter member of TechGC, a peer community for General Counsels. As the General Counsel at Oyster, Miranda is building a legal framework for making cross-border employment easier, supporting global expansion for businesses, and helping to bring remote work to talented people everywhere. She leverages her expertise in employment law, litigation, information risk management, and legal operations to deliver forward-thinking, business-minded solutions that produce sustainable results. Miranda is a strategic business partner and adviser to the senior management team, and a hands-on leader of a diverse and collaborative legal team.]]>1462falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legal-leadership-unleashed-simplifying-global-hiring-with-miranda-zolot-part-one--57653491
About Miranda Zolot: With over 20 years of experience as an in-house legal counsel, Miranda is a seasoned leader and a legal creative who loves helping people and businesses succeed. She is an International Legal Design Expert, certified by Legal Creatives, and a charter member of TechGC, a peer community for General Counsels.As the General Counsel at Oyster, Miranda is building a legal framework for making cross-border employment easier, supporting global expansion for businesses, and helping to bring remote work to talented people everywhere. She leverages her expertise in employment law, litigation, information risk management, and legal operations to deliver forward-thinking, business-minded solutions that produce sustainable results. Miranda is a strategic business partner and adviser to the senior management team, and a hands-on leader of a diverse and collaborative legal team.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57653491Thu, 11 Jan 2024 07:30:02 +0000John W. MitchellJoin John as he sits down with Miranda Zolot, the dynamic General Counsel at Oyster. With over 20 years of in-house legal experience, Miranda is a strategic business partner, hands-on manager, and a creative problem-solver. Discover Miranda's role in...
About Miranda Zolot: With over 20 years of experience as an in-house legal counsel, Miranda is a seasoned leader and a legal creative who loves helping people and businesses succeed. She is an International Legal Design Expert, certified by Legal Creatives, and a charter member of TechGC, a peer community for General Counsels.As the General Counsel at Oyster, Miranda is building a legal framework for making cross-border employment easier, supporting global expansion for businesses, and helping to bring remote work to talented people everywhere. She leverages her expertise in employment law, litigation, information risk management, and legal operations to deliver forward-thinking, business-minded solutions that produce sustainable results. Miranda is a strategic business partner and adviser to the senior management team, and a hands-on leader of a diverse and collaborative legal team.]]>1425falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/erica-keswin-on-the-retention-revolution-how-to-keep-your-best-talent-in-a-changing-world-part-two--57256088
About Erica Keswin: Erica is a bestselling author, internationally sought after speaker, and workplace strategist. Her first two bestselling books Bring Your Human to Work: 10 Surefire Ways to Design a Workplace That’s Good for People, Great for Business, and Just Might Change the World(McGraw Hill 2018), and Rituals Roadmap: The Human Way to Transform Everyday Routines Into Workplace Magic(McGraw Hill 2021) were widely discussed in media outlets likeGood Morning America, MSNBC and Live with Kelly & Ryan, as well as many print articles and reviews. Her forthcoming book is called The Retention Revolution: 7 Surprising (and VeryHuman!) Ways to Keep Employees Connected to Your Company (September 2023 McGraw-Hill) and will set leaders up for success in this new world of work. When Erica isn’t writing books and offering keynotes, she coaches top-of-the-class businesses, organizations, and individuals to help them improve their performance by honoring relationships in today’s hybrid workplace. Erica is honored to be one of Marshall Goldsmith’s Top 100Coaches, as well as one of Business Insider’s most innovative coaches. She’s also the founder of the Spaghetti Project, a roving ritual devoted to sharing the science and stories of relationships at work. Erica lives in New York City with her husband Jeff, three children and her labradoodle, Cruiser.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57256088Thu, 21 Dec 2023 06:15:02 +0000John W. MitchellIn the second half of this podcast, John delves into Erica's insights on Generation Z's impact on today's workplaces. She'll shed light on why Gen Z isn't just tech-savvy but also deeply human-centric, valuing authenticity, diversity, and social...
About Erica Keswin: Erica is a bestselling author, internationally sought after speaker, and workplace strategist. Her first two bestselling books Bring Your Human to Work: 10 Surefire Ways to Design a Workplace That’s Good for People, Great for Business, and Just Might Change the World(McGraw Hill 2018), and Rituals Roadmap: The Human Way to Transform Everyday Routines Into Workplace Magic(McGraw Hill 2021) were widely discussed in media outlets likeGood Morning America, MSNBC and Live with Kelly & Ryan, as well as many print articles and reviews. Her forthcoming book is called The Retention Revolution: 7 Surprising (and VeryHuman!) Ways to Keep Employees Connected to Your Company (September 2023 McGraw-Hill) and will set leaders up for success in this new world of work. When Erica isn’t writing books and offering keynotes, she coaches top-of-the-class businesses, organizations, and individuals to help them improve their performance by honoring relationships in today’s hybrid workplace. Erica is honored to be one of Marshall Goldsmith’s Top 100Coaches, as well as one of Business Insider’s most innovative coaches. She’s also the founder of the Spaghetti Project, a roving ritual devoted to sharing the science and stories of relationships at work. Erica lives in New York City with her husband Jeff, three children and her labradoodle, Cruiser.]]>1558falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/erica-keswin-on-the-retention-revolution-how-to-keep-your-best-talent-in-a-changing-world-part-one--57256087
About Erica Keswin: Erica is a bestselling author, internationally sought after speaker, and workplace strategist. Her first two bestselling books Bring Your Human to Work: 10 Surefire Ways to Design a Workplace That’s Good for People, Great for Business, and Just Might Change the World(McGraw Hill 2018), and Rituals Roadmap: The Human Way to Transform Everyday Routines Into Workplace Magic(McGraw Hill 2021) were widely discussed in media outlets likeGood Morning America, MSNBC and Live with Kelly & Ryan, as well as many print articles and reviews. Her forthcoming book is called The Retention Revolution: 7 Surprising (and VeryHuman!) Ways to Keep Employees Connected to Your Company (September 2023 McGraw-Hill) and will set leaders up for success in this new world of work. When Erica isn’t writing books and offering keynotes, she coaches top-of-the-class businesses, organizations, and individuals to help them improve their performance by honoring relationships in today’s hybrid workplace. Erica is honored to be one of Marshall Goldsmith’s Top 100Coaches, as well as one of Business Insider’s most innovative coaches. She’s also the founder of the Spaghetti Project, a roving ritual devoted to sharing the science and stories of relationships at work. Erica lives in New York City with her husband Jeff, three children and her labradoodle, Cruiser.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57256087Thu, 14 Dec 2023 08:10:02 +0000John W. MitchellAre you ready to change your hiring habits and embrace a new way of finding and keeping the best talent for your organization? If so, you won’t want to miss this episode of Fire Your Hiring Habits, where John welcomes Erica Keswin, a speaker,...
About Erica Keswin: Erica is a bestselling author, internationally sought after speaker, and workplace strategist. Her first two bestselling books Bring Your Human to Work: 10 Surefire Ways to Design a Workplace That’s Good for People, Great for Business, and Just Might Change the World(McGraw Hill 2018), and Rituals Roadmap: The Human Way to Transform Everyday Routines Into Workplace Magic(McGraw Hill 2021) were widely discussed in media outlets likeGood Morning America, MSNBC and Live with Kelly & Ryan, as well as many print articles and reviews. Her forthcoming book is called The Retention Revolution: 7 Surprising (and VeryHuman!) Ways to Keep Employees Connected to Your Company (September 2023 McGraw-Hill) and will set leaders up for success in this new world of work. When Erica isn’t writing books and offering keynotes, she coaches top-of-the-class businesses, organizations, and individuals to help them improve their performance by honoring relationships in today’s hybrid workplace. Erica is honored to be one of Marshall Goldsmith’s Top 100Coaches, as well as one of Business Insider’s most innovative coaches. She’s also the founder of the Spaghetti Project, a roving ritual devoted to sharing the science and stories of relationships at work. Erica lives in New York City with her husband Jeff, three children and her labradoodle, Cruiser.]]>1493falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/developing-talent-from-within-insights-from-liz-wiseman-part-two--56713598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56713598Thu, 16 Nov 2023 06:30:02 +0000John W. MitchellIn the second part of their discussion, Liz shares her perspective on the role of humor in effective leadership. She explains why not taking oneself too seriously and maintaining a sense of lightheartedness can build rapport and relatability with...1856falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/developing-talent-from-within-insights-from-liz-wiseman-part-one--56713599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56713599Thu, 09 Nov 2023 05:25:01 +0000John W. MitchellJoin John for an inspiring conversation with leadership coach and author Liz Wiseman. Liz shares her extensive research and insights on developing talent and leadership within organizations. They discuss Liz's popular books, Multipliers and Impact...1359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-build-a-culture-of-health-and-performance-with-judy-gilbert-chief-people-officer-at-oura-part-two--56503624https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56503624Thu, 19 Oct 2023 06:00:03 +0000John W. MitchellIn the second half of John’s talk with Judy Gilbert, the Chief People Officer at ŌURA, Judy dives into her approach to diversity, equity and inclusion at ŌURA. She discusses initiatives like mentorship programs, employee resource groups, and building...1445falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-build-a-culture-of-health-and-performance-with-judy-gilbert-chief-people-officer-at-oura-part-one--56503625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56503625Thu, 12 Oct 2023 05:05:01 +0000John W. MitchellThis week, John is joined by Judy Gilbert, Chief People Officer at ŌURA, the company behind the innovative health and wellness smart ring. With decades of human resources leadership experience at cutting-edge biotech companies, Judy shares her...1345falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-hire-like-a-pro-hung-lee-reveals-the-secrets-of-recruiting-part-two--56129032https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56129032Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:35:02 +0000John W. MitchellJohn and Hung Lee wrap up their conversation by discussing the future of work. With skills needs changing so rapidly, what does Hung see as the key to staying competitive? Delving into upskilling and reskilling, Hung provides his unique perspective on...1361falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-hire-like-a-pro-hung-lee-reveals-the-secrets-of-recruiting-part-one--56129031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56129031Thu, 14 Sep 2023 06:35:01 +0000John W. MitchellTired of the same old hiring techniques that just aren't working? This week on Fire Your Hiring Habits, John Mitchell sits down with veteran recruiter and talent expert Hung Lee. With over 15 years of experience across agency recruiting, in-house...1420falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/achieving-excellence-through-fair-wages-and-opportunities-a-conversation-with-zeynep-ton-part-two--54066160]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54066160Thu, 17 Aug 2023 04:25:01 +0000John W. MitchellIn the second part of this podcast, Zeynep Ton shares her insights and research on how to create good jobs that benefit both employees and employers. She explains why good jobs are not only morally right, but also economically smart, and how they can...]]>1111falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/achieving-excellence-through-fair-wages-and-opportunities-a-conversation-with-zeynep-ton-part-one--54066161https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54066161Thu, 10 Aug 2023 05:25:01 +0000John W. MitchellDiscover the competitive edge of good jobs. Join John Mitchell and acclaimed MIT professor Zeynep Ton, a leading authority on operations and employment models. Zeynep discusses insights from her latest book, The Case for Good Jobs, a leadership guide...1380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-hire-and-retain-the-best-talent-with-sarah-o-hare-the-visionary-leader-who-empowers-women-in-the-workplace-part-two--54066156https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54066156Thu, 20 Jul 2023 04:15:02 +0000John W. MitchellIn this episode of Fire Your Hiring Habits, John Mitchell concludes his insightful conversation with Sarah O’Hare, the Global Head of HR at the Freudenberg Group, a diversified group of companies whose products include everything from housewares to...1190falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-hire-and-retain-the-best-talent-with-sarah-o-hare-the-visionary-leader-who-empowers-women-in-the-workplace-part-one--54066157]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54066157Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:15:02 +0000John W. MitchellIn the premiere episode of Firing Your Hiring Habits, John welcomes Sarah O’Hare, a visionary leader who is passionate about empowering women in the workplace. She is the global head of human resources at Freudenberg, a 174-year-old solutions company...]]>1421falsefull