Right People Right Places

In this episode, Raul speaks with Alyssa, an entrepreneur and community leader, about the grit required to build a business and a family. They discuss Alyssa's journey from working in local government to starting her own marketing agency, the importance of family as a motivator, the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, and the need to embrace imperfection in the entrepreneurial journey. A...

In this episode, host Raul interviews Lisa Laws, a visionary leader in the construction and design space. Lisa shares her journey from aspiring artist to a prominent engineer and vice president at Jacobs, emphasizing the importance of purpose, inclusion, and mentorship in her work. She discusses her leadership approach, the significance of opening doors for the next generation, and how to make STE...

In this engaging conversation, Angel Douglas, a business operations manager at Ryan Companies, shares her insights on leadership, team dynamics, and the importance of mentorship. She emphasizes the value of building diverse teams, fostering engagement, and the critical role of negotiation skills in both personal and professional settings. Angel reflects on her own experiences with mentorship, both...

In this episode, Chynise Cunningham, a seasoned HR leader, discusses the critical importance of prioritizing people in the workplace. She emphasizes that healthy leadership and a supportive culture are essential for business performance and profitability. The discussion covers various aspects of leadership, including understanding employee needs, the role of leaders in fostering well-being, and th...

In this episode, Raul speaks with Matthew Richardson, Chief Human Resource Officer at Lamar Johnson Collaborative. They discuss the core values of integrity, humility, and fearlessness that shape leadership and organizational culture. Matthew shares insights from his experience in building a company from the ground up, emphasizing the importance of these values in decision-making, community engage...

In this episode, Raul talks with Olivia Morgan, a Lead BIM and VDC designer at Tri-City Electric Company. They discuss Olivia's journey into the male-dominated field of digital construction, the importance of mentorship, and how she is working to inspire the next generation of women leaders in BIM. Olivia shares her insights on overcoming challenges, the role of research in the industry, and...

In this episode, Raul speaks with Joaquin Manriquez who shares his journey in commercial real estate, emphasizing the importance of creative deal making and building long-term relationships with clients. He discusses the challenges faced during the pandemic and how trust and humility play crucial roles in successful business transactions. The conversation highlights the significance of understandi...

In this episode, Raul speaks with Nicole Morris, known as the CEO Whisperer, about breaking barriers and leading with intention. Nik shares her unique approach to coaching CEOs, emphasizing the importance of communication, vulnerability, and extraordinary leadership. Through personal anecdotes, including a pivotal moment during a train derailment, she illustrates the significance of clarity, commu...

In this episode, Raul interviews Mike Thorne, an executive coach and leadership expert. They discuss the importance of humanizing leadership, transparency, and vulnerability in the workplace. Mike shares his personal journey, including a significant turning point in his career that reshaped his understanding of leadership. The conversation explores how leaders can connect with their teams, the rol...

In this episode, Raul speaks with Audra Stevenson, a senior talent acquisition leader in the construction industry. They discuss the critical need for generational knowledge transfer as experienced professionals retire and younger talent enters the workforce. Audra shares her journey into HR within construction, the unique challenges the industry faces, and effective strategies for bridging the ge...

In this episode, Raul speaks with Ahmet Tamtekin, an expert in motivation and leadership. They explore the importance of understanding intrinsic motivation in both personal and professional contexts. Ahmet shares his journey into the field of motivation, including a pivotal experience that shaped his understanding of its significance. The conversation delves into how leaders can identify motivatio...

In this episode, Ryan Vecitis shares his extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, emphasizing the importance of leadership buy-in, proactive recruiting, and the balance between technology and personal relationships. He discusses how empowering recruiters through autonomy and building strong relationships with hiring managers can lead to more effective recruitment strategies. Rya...

In this episode, Raul speaks with John Collins, a seasoned business leader and Vistage Chair, about the importance of adaptability in leadership. They explore John's leadership journey, the role of adaptability in technology, and the challenges CEOs face in a rapidly changing business environment. The conversation emphasizes the need for resilience, the dangers of complacency, and the essenti...

In this episode, Raul speaks with Richard Train, a seasoned consultant with over 30 years of experience in both the private and public sectors. Richard shares his journey from a family-owned business to consulting, emphasizing the importance of effective communication, building trust, and understanding the dynamics of leadership. He discusses the interconnectedness of drama and math problems in bu...

In this episode, Raul interviews Walter Paulsen, a Vistage Chair and CEO Coach. Walter shares his extensive background in business, including his experience in Silicon Valley and his work with CEOs to enhance sales growth and company culture. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by CEOs, the importance of health and wellness, and the need for a positive company culture. Walter emphasi...

In this episode, Raul talks with Johnny Sanchez discussing his journey into recruiting, the importance of blending systems and relationships in the recruiting process, and the essential communication skills needed for success. Johnny also shares valuable advice for aspiring recruiters, emphasizing the need for mentorship and the willingness to embrace failure as a learning opportunity. The convers...

In this episode Raul speaks with Rick Czaplewski, a negotiation expert and cancer survivor. Rick shares his personal journey, highlighting how his experiences with cancer shaped his understanding of negotiation in both personal and professional contexts. The conversation delves into negotiation frameworks, the importance of relationships, and practical techniques for effective negotiation, especia...

In this episode Raul speaks with Matthew Powell, a fourth-generation leader of Century Companies, about the importance of generational thinking in business. They discuss Matthew's journey into leadership, the significance of working on oneself, and the family dynamics within a business. The conversation delves into building a culture of accountability, honoring past generations, and the balan...

In this episode of the Right People, Right Places podcast, host Raul speaks with Chynise Cunningham, a Senior Vice President of Human Resources, about the critical collaboration between HR and recruiting. Chynise shares her journey from retail to the financial industry, emphasizing the importance of asking questions, building relationships, and recognizing the value of HR professionals. The conver...

Raul reflected on 2024 as a phenomenal year of growth for Rapido Talent, highlighting significant achievements including bringing Matt Miller as a partner and expanding their fractional team. - He emphasizes the company's adaptability in the rapidly changing talent acquisition landscape, with a commitment to providing customized recruiting solutions and supporting clients' talent acquisi...

Maeve describes a comprehensive leadership development program for emerging leaders, which involves a selective two-year cohort process where participants were nominated and had to be actively engaged in learning and growth. -She emphasizes the importance of proactively preparing young professionals for leadership roles, recognizing that technical skills do not automatically translate to effective...

In this episode, Raul provides tangible and actionable guidelines for how to discover meaning in the day-to-day grind of work. He offers this through sharing from his experience on how he's discovered it by paying attention to certain clues, persevering through hard work, and if you don't give up in the journey, you will not only grow personally... but also financially. -He described per...

Matt initially entered recruiting accidentally while recovering from surgery, helping his father clean up contact information at an engineering consulting company. He emphasizes having a genuine interest in people and helping them find opportunities that could improve their career. -Matt developed a critical approach to recruiting by learning to thoroughly research companies, understand their tech...

Raul emphasizes that experimentation in recruiting involves taking existing ideas, tweaking them, and learning from the results while building on what works and discarding what doesn't. -He explains the critical importance of experimentation has become crucial in talent acquisition due to rapid changes in the industry, particularly with the advent of AI and new technologies. -Raul highlights...

Tushar has over 20 years of experience in people and operations including roles with responsibility regionally, domestically, and globally. He's worked in anywhere from startup to midsize and large public organizations building talent acquisition, people operations, and culture. He now serves as the Chief People Officer at SPINS located in Chicago, Illinois. This episode is jam-packed with va...