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Get ready for a sizzling new episode on the **Jess Get Hired Podcast** as we kick off our scorching summer series with a whole new format - welcome to **Hot Takes**! 🌞🔥 🎧 In this episode, we're diving into the red-hot topic of **"Fertility to Fatherhood - Perks Employers Should Have to Attract Talent."** 💼👶 Joining us is a true expert in the field, **Anthony Franzese**, a Strate...

Episode Summary: In this scorching episode of Hot Takes, we dive into the spicy truth behind "No Security in Job Security." Our guest, Kevin Dunlap, is a true serial entrepreneur since the '90s and the CEO and founder of Optimal Performance Academy (OPA). Join us as we explore how the concept of job security has evolved in recent years, and how individuals can navigate the dynamic jo...

In this special pop-up episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, sponsored by The Spicy Gnome, we dive into a hot take on conquering Imposter Syndrome and overcoming our fears. Our guest, Brad Smith, a skilled business growth consultant, CEO and executive team coach, shares powerful insights on character development and persona creation as tools to combat Imposter Syndrome. Brad highlights the import...

Hot Take: Your Story Doesn't Matter - The secret sauce to answering a top interview question In this episode we explore into the crucial aspect of interview storytelling and why your story might not matter as much as you think. Joining us today is career expert Mike Tomasello, who shares invaluable insights and tips on how to answer the "tell me about yourself" question more effectiv...

"Change Management vs. Change Leadership" - Episode 55 - Jess Get Hired Podcast In this exciting episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, Jess sits down with the dynamic change transformer, Lata Hamilton, Founder & CEO of Passion Pioneers. Together, they unravel the intriguing world of Change Management vs. Change Leadership, exploring their distinct roles in driving successful organiz...

Spicing Up the Recruitment Game: A Flavorful Journey with the understanding that not all recruiters are created equal! Get ready for scorching conversations with top business influencers, career coaches, and previous guests as we tackle the hottest topics trending in the workplace today. In this sizzling episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast Jess and special guest Caity Elkins take listeners on a...

"Is Threads Already Dead? Exploring the Controversial New Social Media App" Welcome to the sizzling summer series of the Jess Get Hired Podcast! Get ready for scorching conversations with top business influencers, career coaches, and previous guests as we tackle the hottest topics trending in the workplace today. We're here to serve up spicy nuggets of actionable information that you...

Episode 54 - Coaching is Bullshit with Adrian Koehler, Founding Partner, Take New Ground & Host of the Naked Leadership Podcast In this thought-provoking episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, we dive headfirst into the controversial topic of coaching and why some argue it's nothing more than bullshit. Join us as we have a candid conversation with Adrian Koehler, the founding partner of Take New G...

Episode 53: Take your damn PTO already! I just spent 10 straight days unplugged to be out of the office and celebrating my birthday! This episode will give you tips on how to enjoy your time away from the office and not feel guilty about it. In a world that glorifies constant connection and communication, I've always been known as someone who can't sit still. My work consumes me, and even...

Episode 52 - Jess Get Hired Podcast featuring Claire Chandler In this episode, Claire Chandler joins host, Jessica Fiesta George, in an insightful conversation into the importance of aligning leadership teams. We explore common challenges faced by organizations and discuss effective strategies to foster alignment and drive business growth. Here are some of the key highlights from our conversation:...

Episode 51 In this episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the hiring process with special guest Ira Wolfe. Ira Wolfe, a top 5 Global Thought Leader in the Future of Work and HR, brings a fresh perspective to this topic. He hosts the Geeks, Geezer, Googlization Podcast and has written six books, including "Create Great Culture in...

Episode 50 of the Jess Get Hired Podcast features Career Manifestation Expert, Rebecca Lee Doran. Career manifestation is the practice of intentionally creating and attracting the ideal career or job into your life through focused thoughts, beliefs, and actions. It involves aligning your mindset, energy, and actions towards your career goals, leveraging the power of the Law of Attraction to bring...

Have you ever said out loud that you hate your job? Well, Your Job Doesn’t Suck…Your Attitude does!  In this episode, you are going to discover how your attitude can influence your productivity, relationships with colleagues, and overall job satisfaction. Joining this episode is Chris M. Wilson, Career Coach and Author. Chris is a career coach and the author of two books, Optimal Health and Optima...

Episode 48 of the Jess Get Hired Podcast features Gary Ross, President and CEO of Inside Comms. In this episode, we are going to discuss one of the most challenging aspects of communication in the workplace: handling difficult conversations, or as we like to call them, "Tough Talks." In this episode, Gary and Jessica will go over how to approach and navigate these types of conversations with ease...

CEO and Co-Founder of Agile Rainmakers, Robert J. Khoury joins the Jess Get Hired Podcast to discuss internships. He wrote the book, “How to Intern Successfully.” Rob is passionate about supporting college students and recent graduates in making career and life choices that support the fulfillment of their life's goals. In episode 47, Jess and Rob discuss how valuable internships are for both...

Episode 46: Career Roadblocks - Company Systems Hindering Career Growth featuring Claudia Miller Workplace bias can take on many forms, from unconscious bias that influence our perceptions and decisions to overt discrimination. In this episode, Career Coach and Negotiation Strategist, Claudia Miller joins the Jess Get Hired Podcast to shed light on company systems that are hindering career growth....

Episode 45: Mini Masterclass for New Managers featuring Author and Leadership Coach, Ramona Shaw. Are you a new manager? Being promoted into a management role can be both exciting and scary. It's a major accomplishment but comes with a new set of responsibilities, challenges, and expectations. Join best-selling author, Ramona Shaw, and host Jessica Fiesta George give a mini-masterclass to help...

Episode 44 - Jess Get Hired Podcast Uncertainty is produced by disruption because it brings about change. Everyone may not always be in favor of change. When something disrupts the way we learn, act, think, or spend our time, it creates something new, modifies our habits, and heightens our awareness. Innovation and disruption have an impact on how we approach and implement change. Leaders who are...

Fired, furloughed, or reduced in force - all of this means you're out of a job, and the uncertainty of what comes next hits home. I've gone through all three of these in my life, and each time was an opportunity to try something new. Don't get me wrong, it's scary to think about how you'll provide for your family, pay the bills, and even if you'll be able to find another job, but these things happ...

How is the role of the recruiter changing in 2023 and beyond? Meet Leah Daniels, Chief Commercial Officer with JobSync.  She brings her perspective on the recruiting landscape to Episode 42 of the Jess Get Hired Podcast.  Leah is a Talent Acquisition Executive with impressive credentials from her time at Appcast, Monster, Bullhorn, and ZoomInfo.  Her industry experience working with large enterpri...

Ready to land your next job? Are you looking to make extra money? This episode combines the two topics and helps prepare you for both! Meet Shlomo Meisels, CEO and Founder of SM Staffing.  Shlomo turned his side hustle into a full-time career and business.  He now owns his own recruitment agency in New York and partners with businesses to understand their company culture in order to provide top-ti...

Paying homage to the great guests that made the 2022 season of the Jess Get Hired Podcast a great one!  Also, a preview of what is in store for this podcast in 2023. Thank you to my guests!  Go back and listen to these previous shows and show some love!  Thanks for a great 2022!  Now lets see what and who 2023 has in store! Shout out to: Ep 16: Side Hustles (Annie Donaldson + Will Fuller, MPS ) Ep...

Why does outsourcing make sense in America, when so many jobs are being lost?  With a recession looming and the cost of goods and services skyrocketing in the United States, many businesses can gain a competitive advantage by outsourcing in order to save their business, cut costs, and improve overall customer satisfaction. Technology, call centers, human resources, and manufacturing are some of th...

Strong Management Teams Matter now, more than ever! Quiet quitting,… if you don’t know how to manage, YOU might be the reason your employees aren’t giving it their all Got a retention problem? It’s not always throwing more money and perks to your employees to get them to stay,…it’s TRAINING and DEVELOPMENT that you need to keep your #employees & #management engaged Good managers keep the business...

I procrastinated.  I typically launch an episode on Tuesday mornings, and well, time got away from me.   Between work trips, life, and a mini vacation to Amsterdam, I failed to prioritize and need to get my CRAP together. Sorry, mom, for the profanity - but this episode is about how to help others like me who are prioritizing work and life just to get $h! T done!   I'll share some t...