TribePod - The Proactive Talent Podcast

In this episode of TribePod , host Matt Staney sits down with Eric Knauf, Founder and Managing Partner at BelongHQ, to explore the evolving landscape of talent leadership and the power of belonging in the workplace. Eric shares his journey from an "accidental recruiter" to a thought leader in talent acquisition, recounting pivotal moments from his career at SAP, Ariba, and Commvault. Together, the...

In this episode of TribePod – The Proactive Talent Podcast , host Matt Staney dives into the transformative power of AI in employer branding. Learn how AI can help you uncover hidden employee stories, streamline content creation, and personalize the candidate journey—all without sacrificing the human touch. From leveraging tools like sentiment analysis to drafting blog posts in minutes, Matt share...

In this episode of TribePod, the Proactive Talent Podcast, host Matt Staney welcomes longtime friend and visionary HR leader Lars Schmidt . As the founder of Amplify Talent, author of "Redefining HR," and host of the "Redefining Work" podcast, Lars has transformed modern HR with his advocacy for open-source HR practices and his contributions to iconic brands like NPR, SpaceX, and Hootsuite. Join M...

In this episode of TribePod, host Matt Staney sits down with Jason O'Day, a seasoned talent acquisition leader with deep experience in both agency and corporate recruiting, as well as fractional consulting. Jason shares his insights on the unique challenges and opportunities of today’s job market, reflecting on the distinctions between in-house and agency recruitment and how flexible, on-demand mo...

In this episode of TribePod , host Matt Staney tackles two of the most transformative forces in today’s workplace: economic recovery and the rapid advancement of AI. As HR and recruitment leaders face both challenges and opportunities, Matt provides valuable insights into navigating job displacement, AI integration, and strategic talent development. Are robots coming for our jobs, or is there a br...

In this episode of TribePod – The Proactive Talent Podcast , host Matt Staney dives into the future of recruiting in an AI-driven world. Matt outlines six critical skills every modern recruiting team needs to thrive, from leveraging AI beyond automation to building talent ecosystems. Along the way, Matt offers practical tips, personal anecdotes, and recommended readings that will help you elevate...

In this highly anticipated return of TribePod , host Matt Staney , founder and CEO of Proactive Talent, shares his personal journey over the past year and a half, including why he decided to take a sabbatical and how it has reshaped his outlook on life, leadership, and the ever-evolving talent acquisition industry. Matt opens up about the challenges he faced—both professionally and personally—duri...

In this episode of Tribepod, Jim Stroud, VP of Marketing at Proactive Talent interviews Katrina Collier about her new book - "The Robot Proof Recruiter." During the conversation, the following topics are addressed: How to show you are a recruiter worth talking to How to show you are a company worth talking to  Why you should focus your recruitment process on people and not technology And more...

In this episode of TribePod, Phil Johnson discusses the value and importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace. Topics addressed in this podcast include: What is Emotional Intelligence?  How is it developed? Why is it especially important now? Can anyone develop their emotional intelligence? What’s the difference between emotional intelligence and intellectual intelligence? Can emoti...

On this episode of TribePod, Mark Gray discusses how artificial intelligence has forever changed the recruitment process. Questions addressed in this podcast include... How is AI applied in recruitment processes today? What are some benefits of AI Implementation in the Hiring Process? What should we tell candidates about AI in the recruitment process?   Can you share some success stories...

There is a lot of turmoil in the world today and that is spilling over into the business world. In these interesting times, leaders are looking for policies, ways of doing business, that will make their enterprises prosper. Although inspiration can come from anywhere, Francis Pedraza thinks  that ancient wisdom can greatly benefit today's workplace. Questions asked in this podcast include......

In this episode of TribePod, Jim Stroud interviews CHRO John Riley on leadership traits and the conversation morphs into how kindness influences the bottom line and enhances employer brand. Questions asked during this interview include:  What do you think is one of the greatest core values a (HR) leader should possess to be effective? What is the most important advice you’ve received in...

Vince Abramo discusses coaching communication and conflict resolution with TribePod host - Jim Stroud. Vince is based in Hawaii, which Jim found fascinating. Are the Human Resources issues in Hawaii different from the issues faced in the United States? How are the myriad of cultures in Hawaii affecting the workplace? And do managers need translators to speak to their own employees in Hawaii? The a...

Today, TribePod interviews an expert on the topic of leadership - Hannah Balogun .  Questions asked in this podcast: Do HR and politics converge in the UK workplace?  Should today's HR practitioners require therapist credentials to do their jobs? What is the difference between a leader and a boss? What makes a great leader? Can you nurture someone into a great leader or are great leaders...

Today's episode focuses on employee mental health, fixing the "Great Resignation" and, employee retention with Jeremy Cooper of Balanced Life .  ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bit easier. Employer Brand Budget Template, Cost of Unfilled Jobs Calculator, Diversity Statement Examples, Creative Recruiting Strategies and more... https://proactivetalent.com...

Robin Rodriguez is on today's episode of TribePod. Robyn is from Austin, Texas and has over 18 years of extensive HR experience. Robyn started her career at ADP and quickly developed into a Leader in the Payroll space. Using Payroll as a foundation for continued growth, Robyn has developed expansive knowledge in all aspects of Human Resources. Robyn specializes in partnering with Senior Leadership...

The guest today is Brenden Kumarasamy . Brenden is the founder of MasterTalk, he coaches ambitious executives & entrepreneurs to become top 1% communicators in their industry. He also has a popular YouTube channel called MasterTalk, with the goal of providing free access to communication tools for everyone in the world. ... Download free HR resources designed to make your work life a little bi...

In this episode, Jim Stroud speaks with Stephen Costigan and Thomas Fisher of Metaspark to discuss employee engagement with remote workers, challenging Henry Ford's vision, how individual work impacts on the organization and how to understand your employees without spying on them. Stephen and Thomas can be connected via their website - Metaspark.io.  ... Download free HR resources designed to...

Is workplace drama standing in the way of productivity? Do colleagues fight over petty issues? Are teams more concerned about protecting their territory than getting the job done? Is bad behavior being tolerated? These are just a few of the signs that a toxic workplace is impeding organizational success, says Richard Hawkes, author of NAVIGATE THE SWIRL and CEO of the consulting firm Growth River....

“Today we have more ways to communicate but we’re connecting less than ever before,” says Adam C. Bandelli, Ph. D. An industrial-organizational psychologist,  Bandelli has observed the devastating impact of both the pandemic and increased reliance on technology on people’s ability to create the kinds of relationships needed not only for business and career success, but for personal satisfacti...

Today, I interviewed Donna Cutting and have unofficially proclaimed her my emotional support human because of her cheery, positive vibes. We discussed employment branding, the great resignation and how to put employees first. I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation and this you will too. - Jim Stroud   NOTES AND QUESTIONS ASKED IN THIS PODCAST The past two years have been extraordinary in the w...

In this episode, Jim Stroud interviews Ty Abernathy, cofounder and CEO of Grayscale, a high volume hiring platform that helps brands like Amazon, Wayfair, and Dick's Sporting Goods streamline their hourly hiring through SMS and automation. Questions asked in the podcast include: # The significance of SMS as a candidate engagement platform for hourly, blue collar and high-volume hiring. # Response...

Greg Fontus interviews Kym Ali on why employers should be focusing on inclusive wellness, especially during this great resignation era.  Free downloadable resources related to this podcast: Am I Society's Keeper? Corporate Social Responsibility in the Era of Wokeness https://info.proactivetalent.com/corporate-social-responsibility Diversity Statement Examples https://info.proactivetalent.com/...

This podcast is the second in a series of "Ask Me Anything" podcast events featuring Greg Fontus and a special guest. Today Greg is speaking with Chief Diversity Officer - Dr. Theresa R. Horne, CPTM, CSM, SHRM-SCP. Topics discussed in this episode include the following: Why is the DEI industry booming right now? When it comes to DEI, what is the appropriate amount of investment for your company? S...

Courtney Lane and Jim Stroud navigate around a few technical issues to discuss people analytics with the CEO of HR Forecast - Christian Vetter. Topics discussed in this episode include: Is "The Great Resignation" going global? What do the trends say? Should skills be the priority of job boards and not job titles?  Lessons learned from going 100% virtual Things to consider when considering peo...