Fire Your Hiring Habits

John 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, blending psychology, neuroscience, and professional development to help individuals build meaningful careers with confidence and emotional intelligen...

In 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 communications, Maha shares her extraordinary journey—from growing up with Egyptian parents in Minnesota to advising some of the world's top brands like...

This 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 See What Others Miss, including his powerful SIFT framework—Space, Insight, Focus, and Twist—to help leaders and organizations uncover new ideas and na...

In 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 from moonlighting as a graphic designer to helping iconic brands like Google, Microsoft, and Virgin build unified visions that inspire both teams and...

John 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 extensive experience, including a seven-year initiative at ANZ Bank, Siobhan explains how leaders can harness group dynamics for rapid, meaningful ch...

John 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 how culture shapes our workplaces and organizations. The conversation delves into the invisible forces that guide human behavior, both in society at la...

In 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 in both personal and professional settings. She also discusses the profound mental and physical impacts of speaking authentically, drawing from her...

In 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 continents with leaders from prominent organizations like American Express, Google, and the Red Cross, Elaine has developed transformative strategies...

In 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 often undermines productivity and employee well-being over the long run. Goodall also has specific advice for new managers entering cultures where chan...

John'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 and well-being. Drawing on decades of experience managing human resources initiatives at organizations like Cisco and Deloitte, he argues that non-sto...

In 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 emphasizes how an empowering environment that aligns employees towards a greater purpose can be a powerful competitive advantage. He provides real-world ex...

In 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 and talent development, including 18 years as Chief People Officer at FranklinCovey, Davis brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation. He is t...

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...

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...

Continuing 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 resonates with Gen Z's values and aspirations, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment. She highlights key characteristics of Gen Z, including...

In 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 can embrace a Gen Z mindset and center DEI initiatives to foster a workplace culture that is inclusive, welcoming, and conducive to growth. Risha unv...

In 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 evolution of compliance over time and where it's headed in the future. Stay tuned to gain valuable insights into the intersection of labor laws, cultural d...

Join 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 simplifying global hiring through a robust legal framework at Oyster. As an International Legal Design Expert and a leader in the in-house legal comm...

In 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 responsibility. For companies seeking to foster strong human connections in a distributed workforce, Erica will share her expertise. She'll provide best p...

Are 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, workplace strategist, and author of The Retention Revolution. Erica is an expert on how to create a culture of connection and belonging in the workplace, and...

In 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 employees. They also dive into Liz's book, Impact Players. She describes the process she went through to identify and study the impact players featured i...

Join 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 Players, which reveal strategies for bringing out the intelligence and capability in people. Liz describes her work with top companies like Apple, Googl...

In 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 diverse slates for open roles. Judy shares how focusing on belonging and psychological safety has been key to promoting DE&I in a meaningful way....

This 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 insights on building inclusive, people-centric cultures focused on empowering employees. Judy discusses the keys to scaling global teams while staying true...

John 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 how companies can keep their workforce skilled up. He shares innovative approaches to continuous learning that don't require huge training budgets....