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    The Feminine Founder podcast is a community for women who are navigating their professional life, creating epic companies or climbing the corporate ladder. After 15 years of working in the staffing industry as an agency Executive Recruiter, I wanted to share everything that I've learned on how to hire top talent, improving company culture and creating an environment where people actually want to work. 

    You'll also hear from female entrepreneurs, workplace experts and corporate female executives who have incredible knowledge to share. We talk through all the challenges existing in the workplace- no matter the size of your organization- and how to overcome them! 

    Whether you are a Female Entrepreneur or work in Corporate, you will learn something here. New episodes dropping every Tuesday and Thursday!

    Thanks for being here! 

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    47: Why Courage Leads to Confidence with Lisa Stryker

    47: Why Courage Leads to Confidence with Lisa Stryker

    Are you in a season of change professionally? Maybe you are looking for a new job or were recently laid off. We all go through seasons of change and when we are in these seasons, it's helpful to know and learn the skills necessary to navigate to the other side.

    In today's episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Lisa Stryker. Lisa is a certified coach, trainer and speaker with an extensive background in communications, leadership and personal development. She is a life coach for leaders, helping people who are called to lead to actually enjoy it, and have a life outside work too. Lisa's mantra: Our most important conversations are those we have with ourselves. We cover:

    How to Rebound Professionally with Confidence

    Actions and Mindset Shifts to Get Unstuck

    Why Perfectionism is Boring

    Everyone goes through professional seasons of change at some point. Learning the skills necessary to work through each scenario is crucial and can sometimes soften the blow. It's hard when you loose your dream job or something changes at your current job that triggers the need for a change. But, change is necessary for growth.

    You can find Lisa on LinkedIn HERE and more on her coaching business HERE.




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    46: The Right and Wrong Way to Interview Candidates with Lorna Erickson

    46: The Right and Wrong Way to Interview Candidates with Lorna Erickson

    Unpopular Opinion: Most people do not know what they are doing when it comes to interviewing potential employees. Just because you have a have a Manager, Director, VP or C-Suite title does not make you qualified to interview potential employees. The reality is that most people have not been trained or taught exactly how to interview a potential employee. The good news- it's a skill you can learn! It's best practice to be prepared for the interview with questions. 

    In today's episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Interviewing Expert and Co-Founder of Expert Interviewers Lorna Erickson. We cover:

    How few companies actually train their managers how to interview

    What interview questions should you ask 

    The most shocking and worst interview question she has ever seen asked

    For nearly two decades, Lorna has dedicated her work to studying and practicing different interview techniques. How did she become an expert? She developed an interviewing case study and conducted more than 5,000 interviews to examine and practice different methods. It was during that time, Lorna learned the tools and techniques that yielded the highest results in both interviewing efficiently and hiring accurately.   

    Shortly after finding her expertise, came her desire to share that information with others. Lorna then began creating and delivering custom interviewer training for both small teams and multi-billion dollar companies globally. She has an obvious passion for what she does, and in her trainings she uses a balance of humor and real life experiences to educate teams and give them clear tools to help them hire better.

    You can find Lorna HERE and more on Expert Interviewers HERE

    And don't forget to follow Expert Interviewers on IG @expertinterviewers 

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    45: Mark Your Calendars for my Free Upcoming Recruiting Workshop

    45: Mark Your Calendars for my Free Upcoming Recruiting Workshop

    Are you spinning your wheels trying to recruit and hire for your team? Trust me, we've all been there. It's what I call the "hiring headache".

    If you have an opening on your team but have no clue where to start, this is for you

    If you have an opening on your team, but no candidates to show for it, this is for you

    If you have been interviewing for your opening, but have not found the one, this is for you

    If you want to learn a recruiting strategy that actually works, this is for you

    I've decided to host a FREE Recruiting workshop exactly 1 week from today! It'll be a 3 day series on March 7th, 12th and 14th via zoom. Each session will last 30 mins. I'll be teaching effective and efficient recruitment strategies to use specifically on LinkedIn. Register for this event HERE. I look forward to seeing you there!

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    44: The Importance of Workplace Happiness with Jessica Weiss

    44: The Importance of Workplace Happiness with Jessica Weiss

    Have you ever wondered why happiness in the workplace matters? It matters because it has a rippling effect on recruiting, retention, company culture, productivity, profitability, sales  and overall well being of a company's health. Healthy companies have high preforming teams, high preforming profits and low turnover. In this episode, Jessica Weiss and I unpack why it is so important to prioritize happiness in the workplace and some actionable items to do so. 

    Jessica Weiss has spent the last 15 years doing endless research, speaking to thousands of people, all about happiness.

    Jessica is a speaker and consultant who teaches businesses how to find more happiness, fulfillment, and satisfaction at work. With 15 years of experience working with global brands like Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, and American Express, Jessica is a trusted source for those who are searching for tangible, research-based strategies to create happier workers.

    Jessica is a TEDx speaker and organizational leadership expert who uses her humor and "tell-it-like-it-is" style to teach companies across the country why work can and should be a source of happiness, and how to create spaces where people love to work.

    Jessica is an expert in leadership, culture and organizational development who understands what it really takes to unlock engagement. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and has an MBA from Columbia University.

    You can find more on Jessica HERE

    This is an episode you do not want to miss! 

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    43: Why Human Resources is so Important with Michelle Aronson

    43: Why Human Resources is so Important with Michelle Aronson

    Have you ever wondered, what does human resources actually do? Most people have no clue the scope of work that falls within the realm of Human Resources. Typically it includes areas such as recruiting, hiring, employee relations, company culture, leadership and development training, benefits and sometimes even payroll. Today Michelle Aronson discuss all of the things and why exactly Human Resources plays such a crucial role to a company, no matter the size. 


    Michelle spent two decades on a career journey through strategic Human Resources, growing from a recruiter to a People Experience Officer, executive coach, graduate school professor, small business owner, and podcast host of True Stories at Work. In her pivotal role as People Experience Officer, her teams successfully designed strategies to improve employee and customer metrics year over year. Her unique approach aligns people with business strategy, emphasizing innovation, impact, and outcomes.

     
    Michelle learned a lot about shaping company culture, including that leading and learning were more impactful when they were collaborative and fun. She even took improv and standup comedy classes to enhance her skills.

     
    As the host of True Stories at Work podcast, Michelle shares the best things about working in Human Resources: the people, the stories, and the real things that happen at work that no one knew about …workplace confessions!


     Now, Michelle runs the Culture and Strategy Lab, helping companies achieve business results by connecting business strategy and workforce experience. The lab is a space where employees and leaders co-create measurable and actionable strategies to achieve business results, while remaining aligned to the company culture, mission and values.

    The Culture and Strategy Lab builds a unique approach tailored to your company. Visit physicsatwork.com or connect with Michelle on LinkedIn if you want to improve your workplace!


    Follow her on LinkedIn HERE or reach out to her at The Culture and Strategy Lab.

    This is an episode you do not want to miss!

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    42: Negotiating Your Next Job Offer with Keri-Lynne Shaw

    42: Negotiating Your Next Job Offer with Keri-Lynne Shaw

    Are you interested in learning how to negotiate your next salary increase? That's a no brainer! If you are in process of making a job change, chances are you are leaving money on the table. Learning now to negotiate  more money, more benefits and more time off is literally a game changer.

    In today's episode I have Keri-Lynne Shaw with me. Keri-Lynne is a fractional Chief People Officer and Founder of her company The Salary Bump. She partners and advises companies on topics like Strategic Hiring, Growth Impact and Tailoring Teams for ultimate success!

    The Salary Bump is her newest program offering intensive 1:1 coaching and digital courses to help YOU learn all of the negotiation tactics. With less than 15% of candidates negotiating their offers, she recognized a critical need for empowerment.  Leveraging her experience, Keri-Lynne has made it her mission to equip job seekers with the knowledge and tactics they need to not just succeed, but to excel to your fullest potential! 

    Click HERE for more on The Salary Bump!

    Follow- Keri-Lynne Shaw on LinkedIn HERE

    This is an episode you do not want to miss!


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    41: Pivoting in Your Career with Sallie Holder

    41: Pivoting in Your Career with Sallie Holder

    Have you ever felt stuck in your professional career? At some level, I think we all have.  Sallie is an amazing example of someone who went to law school to be an attorney, had a very successful career as an employment lawyer, but felt called to do something completely different. In today's episode, we talk through listening to your inner voice, being okay with hearing no and gaining the confidence and having the right mindset to pivot  in your career.

    Sallie Holder, Greenville, SC-native and Founder + CEO of The BRIMM - The Beyond Rock Middle Movement, is a passionate leader who thrives on helping like-minded entrepreneurs realize and ultimately achieve their true potential. Sallie’s expertise does not solely lie in mentoring business owners; her unique background qualifies her as one of the most distinctively decorated business coaches in the southeast.

    Prior to founding The BRIMM, a premier business coaching community for female
    entrepreneurs, Sallie graduated from Vanderbilt University in Human & Organizational
    Development, received a law degree with a specialty in labor and employment law, advised some of the biggest companies in the world during her 10-year law career, and served as the Chief Operating Officer for six different companies. It was in these various roles that Sallie found her true passion for business coaching and felt called to provide the secrets of how larger companies found success.

    Dynamic, engaging, and passionate are some of the many ways to describe Sallie as a leader. She has the uncanny ability to uncover the real things holding business owners back, even when they may not be aware of them themselves. She can pinpoint hurdles specific to each client and provide practical training and realistic steps to overcome them. Her unmatched holistic coaching style has fostered a resilient and engaged community of like-minded entrepreneurs that help empower each other.

    Throughout her career, Sallie has received various achievements and accolades. In 2016, Sallie was awarded the “Jumpstart Award” for helping the highest number of people successfully launch their business during the fiscal year, and in 2021, she was named one of GSA Business Report’s Women of Influence. Also in 2021, USA Today named Sallie’s book Hitting Rock Middle one of the top-rated books that will change your life and business.

    In her free time, you can find Sallie spending time with her two children, Edward (16) and Catherine (13), and twin sister, Stacy (owner of Hampden Clothing in Charleston, SC), and spoiling her beloved Chocolate Lab, Chewie and Mini Aussie-Doodle, Sugar.

    You can find Sallie on IG @the_brimm  and more on The Brimm HERE

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    40: Embracing Change with Amy Horner, CPA, MBA

    40: Embracing Change with Amy Horner, CPA, MBA

    Are you experiencing a season of change? Maybe you are bored in your current role and open to new opportunities or know that you've maxed out where you are at. In today's episode change expert and entrepreneur Amy Horner and I talk through how to embrace change with stride. 

    Amy is a strategic change and organizational transformation expert. She is also a mentor, board member, and doctoral student.

     Before founding True Nine, she was the COO and CFO for multiple organizations, guiding them through periods of intense change. In these roles, she led strategic planning and innovation initiatives that resulted in diversified revenue streams, new and expanded service offerings, better brand awareness, increased market share, a more engaged workforce, and improved financial results.

     "As a strategy consultant, I can broaden my impact by simultaneously supporting several clients to define and pursue their future success."

     In addition to working with clients on strategic planning and organizational transformation, or as Fractional COO, Amy is a dynamic keynote speaker. Her audiences are motivated by her experiences in change leadership, network cultivation, and goal-setting strategies.

     Amy is a True Nine, having worn the number throughout her soccer career. Her passion for the ultimate success of a team, on-field experiences, and ability to remain calm under pressure are prevalent in her client relationships, collaborative approach to strategy development and execution, and quick instincts when presented with challenges or opportunities.

     Recognized by Ignition's Top 50 Women in Accounting and by LinkedIn as a Top Leadership Voice, she delights in sharing her experiences for the professional development and career advancement of others.

     Amy earned her Bachelor's in Accounting from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she was a student-athlete on the first PSAC Championship Women’s Varsity Soccer Team. A proud Keystone State native, Amy furthered her education with an MBA from Penn State University. She is a Doctorate in Business Administration student at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, with anticipated graduation in May 2025. Her research interest explores the relationship between leadership team diversity and strategic change.

    You can find Amy HERE and True Nine HERE

    This is an episode that you do not want to miss!


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    39: Having the Courage to take the leap into Entrepreneurship with Lindsay May

    39: Having the Courage to take the leap into Entrepreneurship with Lindsay May

    Have you ever wondered how to leave your corporate role and dive into entrepreneurship? In this episode Lindsay May and I discuss all the things when it comes to walking away from your corporate salary, having the courage to leave a comfortable career and finding your community.

    Lindsay May is an award-winning, strategic marketing leader with 15+ years of experience scaling businesses from startups to corporations. After leaving the 9-to-5 behind in January 2023, Lindsay launched her own SEO and website consultancy, The Happy Marketing Co., where she helps female founders grow through strategic website designs and optimizations.

    Just recently, Lindsay launched The Happy LeadHer, a podcast for women in leadership roles who want to connect, heal from burnout, and celebrate bold action. Her mission is to help women feel less alone in business, whether you work in corporate, for a startup, or even running your own business.

    You can find Lindsay on LinkedIn HERE or Instagram at @thelindsay.may 

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    This is an episode that you do not want to miss!

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    38: A CMO’s Secret Weapon with Priscilla Gravenhorst

    38: A CMO’s Secret Weapon with Priscilla Gravenhorst

    Have you ever wondered how a Chief Marketing Officer does it all? Priscilla and I break down all of the benefits as to why every CMO needs a Chief of Staff. 

    Priscilla is an executive Chief of Staff to CMOs, with a rich background in the advertising industry. Her career spans significant roles at large agencies such as McCann, Havas, and Ketchum. Starting in production, Priscilla quickly demonstrated her prowess in project management, rising through the ranks to oversee extensive portfolios for renowned brands like Microsoft, Samsung, Exxon, Honeywell, Verizon, and Tiffany and Co.


    In her current role, Priscilla plays a crucial function that goes beyond the conventional scope of a Chief of Staff. She is instrumental in broadening organizational awareness, driving rapid decision-making, and ensuring consistent, prioritized communication to maintain the CMO's focus and direction. Her unique blend of skills encompasses orchestration, systems thinking, and aligning with the corporate mission, all of which contribute to fostering a cohesive state of flow within the business. Priscilla's approach is not just about streamlining operations; it's about creating an environment where strategy, creativity, and operational efficiency converge to produce exceptional marketing outcomes." 


    Priscilla is on a mission to help CMOs stay in the driver’s seat during these pressing times and thrive. She likes to refer to herself as the CMO’s Secret Weapon: The Chief of Staff.

    You can find Priscilla Gravenhorst HERE

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    37: Job Seekers: Five Pillars to Optimize Your LinkedIn

    37: Job Seekers: Five Pillars to Optimize Your LinkedIn

    Are you actively or passively job searching? If so, you need to make sure your LinkedIn profile is optimized to attract Recruiters and Hiring Managers to your profile. In this episode, I go over the 5 pillars that you need to set your LinkedIn profile up for success.

    Your LinkedIn profile is your digital resume, so it needs to be optimized to attract hiring managers and recruiters. In my digital course, I show you EXACTLY how to optimize your profile so you can start receiving more messages regarding opportunities from recruiters and hiring managers. Click HERE to learn how to optimize your LinkedIn profile!

    Support the show HERE for exclusive access and bonus episodes!

    If you are actively or passively job searching this is an episode that you do not want to miss!

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    36: Navigating Workplace Conflict with Leslie Nydick

    36: Navigating Workplace Conflict with Leslie Nydick

    Have you ever experienced workplace conflict either with a boss or a colleague? If so, you are going to love this conversation. In this episode, Leslie and I break down the exact strategies to use when experiencing conflict in the workplace.

    Leslie Nydick is The Conflict Strategist. Workplace conflict? Leslie will get you unstuck.
    If you are an individual, a team, a manager or a leader, Leslie will empower you with proven strategies to approach conflict, navigate difficult conversations, and become a master negotiator. Her services include customized learning, coaching, consulting, and speaking.

    Coming soon: The Conflict Tune-Up and Online Learning.

    Leslie has a broad background in negotiation and conflict management. Her experience
    includes mediating business  workplace issues, arbitrating for the stock exchanges, court appointments as a neutral coach, and developing  & leading training. Leslie is also a member of the Adjunct Faculty at New York University. She teaches and develops courses in conflict management, mediation, negotiation, and cross-cultural communication. LinkedIn has named Leslie Nydick “Top Voice” for Conflict Management, Conflict Resolution, Communication and Negotiation.

    Leslie shares actionable tips on her blog, The Strats
    or you can subscriber to her on YouTube HERE
    or follow her on LinkedIn HERE

    This episode you do not want to miss!!

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    35: 4 Reasons Why You Should Never Accept a Counter Offer

    35: 4 Reasons Why You Should Never Accept a Counter Offer

     Have you never entered the New Year wanting to try something else professionally? You are ready for that new job or ready to start that business. In Q1, I see the most activity in the job market as an Executive Search Recruiter.

    In this short episode I break down the 4 reasons why you should never accept a counter offer. Take the risk, start that new role or go all in on your business. Whatever you choose, I'm here for you!! 

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    This is an episode that you do not want to miss!

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    34: 2023 it's a wrap and a HUGE thank you!

    34: 2023 it's a wrap and a HUGE thank you!

    2023 has been a year of learning and growing. I started this podcast in February of this year with the purpose of sharing what I've learned over the past 15 years working in recruiting. The show has evolved with the amazing guest that I've had the privilege's  of interviewing and the goal remains the same: continue to learn and grow. So thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for listening! I appreciate YOU and can't wait to continue on to season 2 in 2024!

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    33: Creating a Thriving Culture to Avoid Burnout with Wendy Brand, MSODL

    33: Creating a Thriving Culture to Avoid Burnout with Wendy Brand, MSODL

    Are you experiencing turnover in your organization? Burnout may be the root cause and the good news is..... it can be avoided! In today's episode, Wendy Brand and I discuss how to create a thriving culture to avoid burning out your employees. We unpack Wendy's 4 steps for transformation and exactly how to implement.

    Wendy's impressive 25-year career has spanned roles in marketing, operations and human resources, and traversed multiple industries including sports, travel, technology, and retail, illuminating her agility and adaptability.

    Early in her career, Wendy’s adventurous spirit led her to undertake a marketing role both living and working aboard a cruise ship and then moving to the corporate office for Celebrity Cruises. She then went on to hold enviable leadership roles, such as leading the NCAA Final Four events in San Antonio in 2002 & 2004 and becoming the first Vice President of Operations for the WNBA Houston Comets.

    Transitioning into non-profit, Wendy served as executive director for the former Palmer Drug Abuse program, now RISE Recovery. Her last decade in the corporate world was spent in Human Resources where she received a master’s degree in organizational development and leadership and worked for Rackspace Technology and Whataburger, two large San Antonio- based companies. During her time in HR, her impactful contributions encompassed steering teams through global mergers, architecting comprehensive talent development pathways, and crafting robust workforce strategies benefiting over 50,000 employees across 800+ stores.

    Today, Wendy consults with organizations to build and execute talent strategies that create an environment where employees can thrive and she is the creator and host of her podcast, Authentic Energy.

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    This is an episode that you do not want to miss!

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    32: Job Searching Tips in 2023 with Lisa Rangel

    32: Job Searching Tips in 2023 with Lisa Rangel

    Have you ever wondered how LinkedIn actually works? In today's episode, Lisa Rangel and I talk more about how to navigate the job market using LinkedIn and the exact steps you need to take to land your dream job. We talk through the importance of LinkedIn profile optimization, proactive outreach and working with Recruiters. 

    Lisa Rangel is the Founder/CEO of ChameleonResumes.com, the premier executive resume writing and job landing consulting firm the top-tier resource career store, with client success in 88+ countries. Lisa’s mission in life is to continue to make the world a happier place with one fulfilling, well-paying job change at a time using her 4-Step M.E.T.A. Job Landing System. She is a graduate of Cornell University and the first in her family to graduate from college. 

     She is a trusted senior-level job landing expert with an email subscriber list of 87,000 members and who has been featured or published over 200+ times in media outlets including Fortune, Forbes, Newsweek, Fast Company, Business Insider, LinkedIn, BBC, Investor's Business Daily, Crain's New York, Chicago Tribune, eFinancialCareers, Yahoo!, Monster, US News & World Report, Good Morning America & Fox Business News.  She has also been selected by a number of private recruitment and search firms as an expert to provide guidance on how to land a fulfilling six-figure role.

    More on Chameleon Resumes HERE to work with Lisa and her team. 

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    31: Enhancing Remote Culture with Cynthia Abbott Kerr, MS

    31: Enhancing Remote Culture with Cynthia Abbott Kerr, MS

    Wondering if remote or flex culture is going away? It's not, sorry! So might as well embrace it. In today's episode, Cynthia Abbott Kerr, MS and I talk more about how companies can enhance remote culture, how to stay competitive with compensation/rewards and how to be a better leader. 

    Cynthia Abbott Kerr is the CEO of Wellpay.ai. Cynthia co-founded Wellpay.ai in 2022 alongside her husband and business partner, Dr Richard Kerr. With Cynthia's vision, Wellpay.ai has built groundbreaking technology that promises to disrupt the compensation space.

    Cynthia brings over 15 years of experience driving innovation in the Compensation sector. She previously led Total Rewards for Omada Health, where she developed best in class Compensation and Rewards programs. Under Cynthia's leadership Omada implemented Workday HCM in 6 months! Prior to her startup career, Cynthia held key Compensation roles at Tenet Healthcare and Ultra Clean Technology.

    Cynthia is considered a rising star in the Silicon Valley tech ecosystem. She has been awarded the top voice in Salary Negation, by LinkedIn. Cynthia holds a B.A. in Economics from Virginia Tech and a Masters in Human Resource Management from Mercy University. Outside of her CEO role, she volunteers with Second Harvest food bank and the SPCA. Cynthia is passionate about Compensation education and ensuring everyone is well paid.

    You can find more on Wellpay HERE and Cynthia HERE

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    30: Educating Hiring Managers with Karly Wannos, Esq.

    30: Educating Hiring Managers with Karly Wannos, Esq.

    Has your company ever been sued by a prospecitve, current or past employee? My guess is probably so at some point. It happens AND also can be avoided.

    In today's episode, Karly Wannos, Esq. and I talk more about how companies can educate their hiring mangers to avoid unnecessary litigation. Karly  is a Florida employment lawyer and founder of The Wannos Law Firm in Palm Beach Gardens, FL where she helps business and HR professionals engage in preventative steps to navigate tricky issues with employees and help companies comply with the employment laws in order to avoid wrongful termination lawsuits.

    Karly has practiced employment law for over 16 years, including her work in a large litigation practice representing employers at the EEOC, state and federal court levels. Because of her litigation background, Karly provides many employment law trainings and on-demand employment law courses to business and management teams. Karly is also the host of The Employment Experience Podcast, where she shares her insights and interviews guests on leadership, management and all things employment law and HR. Karly is also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Mediator for employment law cases, and conducts workplace investigations into claims of harassment, discrimination and retaliation in the workplace.

    You can find more on Karly HERE

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    29: Improving the Candidate Experience with Ammie Michaels

    29: Improving the Candidate Experience with Ammie Michaels

    Have you ever wondered the difference between recruiting and talent acquisition? In today's episode, Ammie Michaels and I discuss how companies can improve the candidate experience through best practices in recruiting and hiring. We talk through the differences between agency/outside recruiters and in house talent acquisition. Ammie is a Strategic HR Superhero helping you master your talk, elevate your walk and find your happy at work. Ammie is also an HR Advisor with WolfpackHR.

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    You can find more on Amy HERE

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    28: HR Contributing to Start-Up Success with Ann Walsh, SPHR

    28: HR Contributing to Start-Up Success with Ann Walsh, SPHR

    Are you a start-up founder or working for a start-up company as an employee? If so, this one is for you. In today's episode, Ann Walsh, SPHR and I discuss how HR contributes to start-up companies in the beginning and as they scale. Ann is an HR Executive with 25 years of experience in architecting and implementing global human capital strategies in high growth, customer driven organizations. A life long learner, Ann has received certificates in leadership, management and conflict negation from the Program on Negation from Harvard Law School. She is a certified Senior Human Resources Professional and the Founder of ThriveHR.

    You can find Ann HERE

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    This is an episode that you do not want to miss!

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