Brando and Joe I/O Podcast

In this episode of the Brando and Joe podcast, Andrew Cicchetti shares his journey through the world of Total Rewards and Compensation. With a background in consulting and experience at major companies like Pepsi and Capri Holdings, Andrew discusses the importance of collaboration across business functions, the nuances of internal versus external roles, and the critical role of storytelling in com...

In this episode of the Brando and Joe podcast, Ellie Hoekman shares her journey from business intelligence analyst to successful career coach and founder of Rock and Secure. She discusses the importance of engaging students in learning, her experiences in recruitment, and the challenges of starting a business. Ellie emphasizes the significance of content-based networking and provides valuable advi...

In this episode of the Brando and Joe podcast, Dr. Ronald Nicholson, a clinical psychologist, discusses the intersection of clinical and I/O psychology. He shares insights on the prevalence of burnout in the workplace, the importance of individual therapy, and how performance psychology techniques can enhance employee effectiveness. Dr. Nicholson emphasizes the need for professionals to work on th...

In this episode of the Brando and Joe podcast, Dr. Myia Williams shares her insights on the immigrant experience, particularly in the context of applying to educational programs in the U.S. She discusses the challenges faced by international students, including navigating the application process, cultural adjustments, and understanding work opportunities through CPT and OPT. Myia emphasizes the im...

In this special episode of the Brandon and Joe podcast, we discuss our individual career paths following graduation, sharing insights and experiences that can guide current graduate students or just individuals who are navigating the job market at this moment. We discuss the importance of internships, job search strategies, networking, and the value of alumni connections. The conversation emphasiz...

In this episode, Dr. Randy Lim, a global director at McKinsey & Company, shares his journey, discussing the differences between academic and industry research, the importance of networking, and the evolving landscape of workforce management. He emphasizes the need for curiosity, grit, and perseverance in building a successful career in I/O psychology while also providing insights into the crit...

Dr. Michael Kern, Director of Global HR Advisor at Citi, joins the podcast to discuss his career in IO psychology and his role in the financial industry. He shares his experience attending conferences like SIOP and the importance of networking in the field. Dr. Kern also talks about his transition from healthcare to finance and the challenges and opportunities he encountered. He provides advice fo...

Tristan Baharally, a manager for organizational development at Gale and Hofstra alumni, shares his experiences and insights in the field of I/O psychology. He discusses his journey from being an intern at Northwell Health to working at Movable Inc and eventually landing at Gale. Tristan emphasizes the importance of not getting caught up in the company name and instead focusing on the experience an...

Dr. Michael McGuire, a Principal Consultant at Mercer, discusses his journey of completing a PhD from Hofstra University and provides insights into the process and challenges of pursuing a PhD. He emphasizes the importance of networking and building connections, the evolving interests of students in the field, and the need to stay updated with the current trends in the I/O world. Dr. McGuire also...

This week, we have Mark Arian, CEO of consulting at Kornferry, discussing imposter syndrome and the challenges faced by CEOs in today's complex business environment. He emphasizes the importance of horizontal leadership and the need for CEOs to address culture, global workforce, hybrid work environments, and other new challenges. Mark also shares his journey from law school to consulting and h...

Tune in to the end of the episode to hear the AI I/O song that Charles wrote for us! In this episode, Dr. Charles Handler, president and founder of Rocket Hire, discusses his career journey and the future of technology in the workplace. He shares how he started Rocket Hire out of necessity and his passion for technology. Charles emphasizes the importance of being multidisciplinary and finding alli...

Dr. Seymour Adler, a consultant at Spencer Stuart and professor, discusses his career and the importance of combining academia and consulting. He emphasizes the value of having a broad knowledge base in psychology and applying it to different areas. Dr. Adler also highlights the role of science in his work, using meta-analyses and evidence-based practices to inform his recommendations. He shares a...

In this episode, Sijan discusses his experience pursuing a Master's and PhD in I/O psychology at Montclair State University. He talks about his research and coursework, including team research, leadership, and natural language processing. He also highlights the data science specialization in the program and the skills he has learned, such as R and Python. Sijan emphasizes the value of bringing...

Allyns Melendez, the CEO and founder of HR Transformed, shares her journey in HR, the importance of work-life integration, and the role of HR in coaching and well-being. She also discusses the concept of flow coaching and its impact on business owners. The conversation covers topics related to employee wellness, HR transformation, starting a business, and building a personal board of directors. It...

Our guest this week is Dr. Vivian Woo. She is currently the lead people science analyst at Culture Amp. We discuss her role in SIOP and the importance of volunteering for committees within SIOP. She highlights the resources available to students and early career professionals, such as webinars and publications. We also discussed her role at Culture Amp and what her typical day at work could look l...

Our guest is Dr. Janis Ward, who received her Master's in personnel psychology from NYU and her P.h. D. in I/O psychology from Stevens Institute of Technology. She has valuable experience operating her own consulting firm and she shares her journey and provides valuable insights for students and early practitioners in the field of IO psychology. She emphasizes the importance of developing a de...

Dr. Jesse Michel, a performance psychologist at Deloitte, discusses the intersection of sports psychology and I/O psychology. He shares his background, as well as his current work at Deloitte. Dr. Michel explains how the principles of performance psychology can be applied in various settings, including consulting, sports, and the military. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the psycholo...

This week's guest is Amy Horner, a business administration doctoral student, founder and Principal Consultant of True Nine, Co-Founder and Podcast Host of DBA Chronicles Podcast, and Professional Public Speaker who joins us on the podcast to discuss her journey and experiences. She shares insights on pursuing a doctorate in business administration, the practical application of the degree, and...

Our guest this week is Matisha Montgomery, Chief Learning Officer at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD. She discusses her role and the unique challenges and opportunities of being a CLO at HUD. She explains all of the different I/O roles that she holds as CLI. Matisha emphasizes the importance of building a community of mentors, sponsors, and allies to support career growth...

This weeks episode is featuring Dr. Lisa Kath, the founder of the famous I/O Psych memes account. We discuss science communication, the origins of the memes account, and her journey in I/O psychology. She shares how the memes account has created a sense of community among I/O psychologists and helped communicate complex topics in a relatable way. Dr. Kath also gets to discuss her research on the e...

Dr. Michael Chetta, a senior principal consultant and managing partner at Talent Metrics, discusses his journey in starting the consulting firm and the role of combining an MBA with IO psychology. He also shares insights into the I/O program at the University of Central Florida and the importance of building business acumen in I/O students. Dr. Chetta emphasizes the balance between theory and prac...

This week's guest is Ofir Brodie, who is currently pursuing his PhD in I/O psychology at Hofstra after getting his Masters in I/O at Baruch. He shares his journey from a career in marketing to now pursuing a PhD in IO psychology. He discusses the decision to return to school and the intersection of I/O psychology and marketing. Ofir emphasizes the importance of gaining diverse experiences and...

This week, our guest is Dr. Ariel Roberts, Director of Talent Management at PepsiCo. We discuss her career journey and the role of talent management in the company. She shares her passion for talent management. She explains how she ended up in the field and the different routes one can take in I/O psychology. She offers advice for IO students and graduates, encouraging them to try different experi...

In this episode, Matthew Camerata, a graduate student in IO psychology at Hofstra University, joins the podcast to discuss various topics related to IO psychology and his experiences. The conversation covers Matt's unconventional path to IO psychology, applying IO knowledge in previous jobs, the intersection of IO and finance, differences in industries in HR consulting, the impact of AI, and a...

This week's guest is Brianna Billotti. She is a current I/O Phd student at Hofstra University and received her Master's at Hofstra as well. She teaches as an adjunct at Hofstra University and is also a Project Coordinator at Northwell Health. We get to discuss how she starting teaching and ways that students can look into adding teaching to their career. Transitioning that discussion into...