Realistic Happiness

In this episode of Realistic Happiness, we sit down with Manos Gasparis, an MSc Business Administration graduate specializing in HR Management, currently working as a People Services Associate at Just Eat Takeaway. Drawing from his academic research, Manos shares invaluable insights into job rejection, ghosting, and the emotional toll they take on job seekers—offering strategies to overcome these...

In this episode of Realistic Happiness, we sit down with Emily Firth, co-founder of Truthworks, to dive into the complex world of corporate culture, leadership authenticity, and navigating workplace politics. Emily brings her wealth of experience in employer branding and leadership development to shed light on how individuals can thrive, even in challenging corporate environments. We discuss: - Th...

In the first episode of Realistic Happiness, we sit down with Basma Aziz, an experienced wellbeing facilitator and public speaker specializing in employee engagement and corporate mental health. Basma dives into the realities of burnout and the steps companies—and individuals—can take to create a more balanced and fulfilling work life. We discuss: - Why burnout is on the rise: Uncover the core rea...

Welcome to Realistic Happiness— the podcast designed to explore a practical, grounded approach to achieving and maintaining happiness, without the unrealistic pressure to always be positive or perfect. I’m Daisy Ilaria, your host, and each week we’ll dive into real conversations, practical tips, and science-backed strategies to help you build a balanced and achievable sense of happiness. Each epis...

In this episode of TalentXChange, we sit down with Peter Molnár, founder of The Job Search and former Meta recruiter, who shares his journey of breaking free from the corporate grind to find balance and fulfillment as a digital nomad. Peter specializes in leadership hiring for tech companies and provides insights on managing career transitions while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We disc...

In this episode of TalentXChange, we sit down with Karyna Ovcharova, Community Experience Manager at Miro, with a wealth of experience in recruitment and people management, particularly in the tech industry. Karyna shares her insights on adapting to new work environments and building community during difficult times. We discuss: How Karyna navigated the challenges of relocating from Ukraine during...

In this episode of TalentXChange, we sit down with Chris Redmond, a Recruitment Manager with over 12 years of experience spanning agencies, Facebook, and startups. Now, as the Head of Recruitment at Abstraction, Chris shares insights from his career and how he's leveraging data and metrics to drive recruitment success in the gaming industry. We discuss: - The bottlenecks in today’s hiring proc...

In this episode of TalentXChange, we sit down with Hung Lee, the founder of Recruiting Brainfood and a well-known recruitment expert with over 15 years of experience. Hung shares his deep insights into recruitment, job searching, and personal branding. We discuss, - The psychological impact of job rejection and how candidates can build resilience to navigate the application process - The importanc...

In this episode of TalentXChange, we sit down with Teddy Dimitrova, a seasoned People & Culture specialist with a strong focus on recruitment, an accomplished public speaker, and an emerging author. Teddy has a proven track record of helping numerous tech start-ups and scale-ups around the globe overcome their recruitment challenges. We discuss, - The evolving leadership styles of millennial m...

In this episode of TalentXChange, we sit down with Emy Mylona, L&D Program Specialist at Rituals and the founder of Teamifyed, where she works as a Facilitator specializing in gamification. We dive into: - How gamification can transform workplace engagement and team dynamics - Practical strategies to integrate gamification in recruitment and onboarding - The challenges and rewards of starting...

Today on TalentXChange, we dive into the world of PRODUCT-DRIVEN RECRUITMENT and WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE with Katja Vincetic, founder of ShapeUp HR ✨. We explore: ❔ How treating CANDIDATES AS CUSTOMERS can revolutionize the hiring process ❔ The power of INCLUSIVE HIRING practices and their impact on business success ❔ PARENTHOOD in the workplace: Navigating the challenges as a MOTHER vs a FATHE...

Today on TalentXChange, we sit down with Willem Wijnans, Community and Talent Advisory Lead at Ashby and go deep on some very important topics. The main subjects we discuss are about recruitment tools (and how job seekers can benefit with this inside knowledge) and mental health awareness, particularly in men. Breakdown of the discussion: - Current shifts in the job market and what to look out for...

On this episode of TalentXChange, we cover two highly requested topics - layoffs and remote working. We speak with Paul Butler, People & Culture Leader at 7people, about:- What we really think of companies asking employees to return 4-5 days in the office- Remote work VS onsite work productivity- How does HR handle restructures and layoffs- If we were laid off tomorrow, how would we navigate t...

Masha Begovic, Senior Recruiter @ Abstraction, shares insights on the challenges and opportunities in game development, discusses diversity issues in the industry, and offers valuable advice for aspiring game developers. From the intricacies of different roles like level designers and producers to the importance of networking and portfolio building, this conversation provides a comprehensive look...

Global Head of People at Wise, Gabriele Galassi, shares his HR and Psychology knowledge with us today to unveil: What 'psychological safety' in the workplace means and its importance in organisations, creating authentic relationships at work (without having to become best friends), navigating office politics and difficult situations, and establishing trust and open communication in the wor...

In this special episode, the tables are turned as our usual host Daisy Ilaria takes the hot seat! Interviewed by producer Jamie Everett, Daisy opens up about her journey starting the TalentXChange podcast, her experiences building a network in Amsterdam over the past 6 years, and the ups and downs of creating content. From lecturing at universities to an unexpected mouse incident, Daisy shares can...

Sacha Martina, Founder of House of Inclusion, joins us for an insightful discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace and the challenges of entrepreneurship: ↳ Overcoming the initial struggles and staying motivated as a creator and entrepreneur ↳ Addressing biases in recruitment and building balanced, diverse teams ↳ Navigating the challenges of DEI implementation in compa...

Fawad Javaid, Recruitment Manager at one of the biggest companies in the world - Capgemini, sits with us today to talk all things transition: - Transitioning from living in Pakistan to moving 3,500+ miles away to the Netherlands - Transitioning from being a student to an agency recruiter - Then, transitioning from agency recruitment to managing a team at a billion-dollar company Connect with Fawad...

In this episode, Kobi Ampoma (Head of Talent Acquisition NL, Heineken) shares his journey and perspectives on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Discover the significance of DEI in Kobi's life, the challenges he faced moving from Ghana to the Netherlands, and how adaptability and resilience can guide your career. Gain valuable insights on navigating workplace discrimination, negotiating y...

Former LinkedIn employee and D2 Collective co-founder Erica discusses the journey from LinkedIn to creating a global tech community. Learn how Erica and her co-founder transformed a layoff into a thriving network, the challenges of remote work, and the importance of building meaningful connections. Discover practical advice on networking, personal branding, and the future vision of the D2 Collecti...

Former LinkedIn employee & Women's Tech Career Coach Jennifer Paine discusses with us today how "job hopping" can help your career, how to deal with layoffs or a stagnant career, toxic work environments and navigating difficult work situations, how to leave a job on good terms and effective LinkedIn strategies for Job Seekers. Connect with Jennifer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...

People & Business Growth Strategist Carly Westra van Holthe sits with us today to discuss the truth about why company acquisitions and mergers happen and the tell-tale signs it's happening, how it can affect your wellbeing, how to get the best deal (as an employee) and with her experience how she helps other businesses with this process. Connect with Carly: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c...

Conscious Career Coach, Lara Morgan, speaks to us today about her transition from being in Recruitment to becoming a Coach, how to deal with female competition in the workplace, the power of visualisation and how it helps you with your future and goals, and why women are genetically prone to imposter syndrome. Connect with Lara: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-k-morgan/ Connect with TxC...

Talent Acquisition Business Partner Leandro Gomes Da Silva ( Loop Earplugs) sits with us today to share exclusive insights about the game-changing AI tools and technologies that are reshaping the future of hiring. Connect with Leandro: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leandro-gomesdasilva/ Connect with TxC: TxC LinkedIn Community: https://linkedin.com/company/txcpodcast Daisy's LinkedIn:...

Corporate Recruiter & Motivational Coach Elisabetta Orsini speaks with us today about her big transition from relocating to her home country Italy to Amsterdam, the differences of working and living in Italy VS Netherlands, how her Neuroscience Master's degree helps her in her daily operations and in Recruitment, why her experience starting in agency recruitment made her a better inhouse r...