We Are VIP Podcast

Rousseau Kluever joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about Thrive, a cloud-based platform that helps organizations and individuals improve performance in mutually supportive ways through the application of cognitive technologies to achieve collective goals. Thrive's mission is to Help People Have Better Days, which they achieve with their digital coaching programs and collaborative feedback p...

Amy Fulmer, author of Don't Trip Potato Chip, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about empathetic employers and bereavement policies in the workplace. She shares her advice for grieving individuals to make their transition back into the workplace smoother. She also shares advice for employers to enable them to create safer and more empathetic environments for employees. About the Guest: Webs...

Dr. Pelé joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the neuroscience of music. He discusses the harmony of a business environment and the importance of happy employees. He also shares his knowledge of employee training and how music can enhance the onboarding process. Dr. Pelé shares his Profitable Happiness philosophy and helps business leaders across the world unite their teams to reach a co...

Richard Blazevich, CEO of Career Course Academy, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the skills and strategies needed to land your ideal job, especially when you've just entered the workforce. Richard shares his tips for optimizing your resume so that it passes applicant tracking systems and doesn't fall into a "black hole" of resumes. Richard also shares his experience as a hiring mana...

Julie Wakefield, President of JW Etiquette, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about job search etiquette. We discuss interview attire, follow up timing, and best practices for interviews held over a meal. Sharpen your interviewing skills and gain a competitive edge in the job market with Julie's tips on taking notes during an interview and bringing an interview to a close. About the Guest:...

Evan Carmichael joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about building confidence, servant leadership, and his new book, "Built to Serve". We discuss building habits that transform you into a more confident person, helping you ace your next interview. We also discuss his process for finding your purpose and passion in order to find fulfillment in your career. About the Guest: Evan's website: http...

Melanie Murphy, Voice Actor and Keynote Speaker joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the importance of voice image in your job search. As a professional voice artist, Melanie works with sales teams and executives to help them fine tune their voice image so that they communicate clearly and effectively. She teaches us tips for phone interviews, explains the importance of speaking pace, an...

Zondra Evans joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about balancing work, life, and everything in between. We also discuss knowing your worth and knowing when to ask for more. Zondra shares her story as a female entrepreneur and inspires us to take our professional future into our own hands, setting ambitious goals and working hard to achieve them. About the Guest: Website: https://zondraevans.c...

George Hendley, Founder, and President of The Speakers Academy joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about building confidence and public speaking. George shares his advice for captivating your audience and keeping them engaged from beginning to end. We discuss interview etiquette and attire, and George shares tips for job seekers to help them communicate confidently in an interview. About the...

Jennifer Loehding, a health and business coach, affiliate marketer, speaker, and author, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about overcoming life's most difficult obstacles. She shares her inspiring story and the habits she formed to overcome her challenges. Jennifer shares her thoughts on perseverance, strength and confidence to help others face their biggest challenges. About the Guest: We...

Tanis Cornell, CEO of EWF International, a leadership accelerator for women leaders throughout their career lifecycle, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about navigating crucial conversations. We discuss confidence, clarity, and other skills needed to have difficult conversations in the workplace. Whether you're preparing for an interview or asking your boss for a pay raise, Tanis' advice w...

Johnny B Dunn, CEO, Trainer, and Coach at Learn2ChangeU, join VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about finding your life’s purpose. We discuss the importance of setting your purpose in life and in your career to reach your personal goals and achieve success. We also discuss life mapping and aligning your career to your purpose to feel fulfilled in your everyday life. We also discuss Johnny’s Purpo...

Brent O'Bannon, a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and Strengths Champion, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the CliftonStrengths (formerly StrengthsFinder) assessment. We discuss embracing your strengths, using your strengths in a team setting, and self-awareness in the workplace and in life. Brent shares his experience as a strengths coach and advises us on capitalizing on the stren...

Coach Rick Kolster joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about setting goals and taking the steps necessary to achieve them. Rick shares his knowledge as an executive coach and inspires others to identify and overcome the roadblocks preventing them from achieving success. He tells us about his goal setting process, SMARTWAY, and shares his insights for having a positive outlook on life. About t...

Tom Hulsey, Author of The Winning Mindset that Saved My Life, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about building the right mindset for success. We discuss mental training, overcoming fear, and his inspirational story of strength and resilience. About the Guest: Website: https://tomhulsey.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JRCGHN8 Blog: https://tomhulsey.com/blog/ About The We Are VIP Pod...

Fred Parrish, President & CEO of the Profit Experts and Co-Author of The E-Myth Chief Financial Officer with Michael E. Gerber, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the importance of a CFO. We discuss the role a CFO plays in the day-to-day and long-term success of a company, along with the traits and skills a successful CFO has. We also discuss Fred's Profit Experts software that hel...

Matthew Edwards and Sabrina Turner from the VIP Solutions division join VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about consultation services. We discuss the reason there are so many consultants in the workforce today, when companies should enlist the help of consultants, and how companies can best utilize external resources. We discuss the importance of effective communication and the value of tactical...

Keith Walters, Managing Principal at Walters Development Group, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about hiring and firing for culture fit. We discuss employee engagement strategies, interview tips, and keys to a healthy company culture. We also discuss ways for an interviewee to determine if they truly want to pursue an opportunity at a company. About the Guest: Keith Walters: https://www.l...

Matt Cretzman, digital marketing guru and host of the Dominate Summit for B2B Brands, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about LinkedIn and the dos and don'ts of using the platform to support your professional goals. He shares his secrets to improving engagement rates and standing out to employers. We also discuss networking on LinkedIn and the proper way to connect with someone you don't kn...

Michele MacArthur, Alda Boiani and Juarez de Conto join VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the 12 Cuts story. They share the safe culture they've built for employees with disabilities and how the founder, Juarez, has lived out his restaurant dream while battling Parkinson's disease. They share the lessons they've learned as entrepreneurs in creating a business, marketing it, and supporting t...

Brian Williams, Founder, and CEO of Perspectivity, a Sales Growth Agency, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about his six-step sales communication system, presentation skills, and his secrets to effective storytelling. Brian's wisdom is essential to job seekers that are looking to elevate their presence in an interview, on a resume, and even on LinkedIn. About the Guest: Brian Williams: htt...

Jeff Yates from iWorkZone joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about company assessments, company culture, employee retention and more. Join us as we discuss the FIT Assessment tool and how it has helped us improve our recruiting process. Jeff shares his best practices for using personality assessments when hiring to help employers make the most of their investment and help candidates excel wh...

The VIP Partners join Casey Hasten in a discussion about the company's foundation, culture, and future. They discuss their mission and determination to create a firm different from the rest and highlight how they've built an entrepreneurial culture. About The We Are VIP Podcast: This podcast is brought to you by VIP to add value to your job or candidate search. Each week, we'll bring you helpful t...

Michelle Cirocco, Chief Responsibility Officer at Televerde, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the company's work to provide sales training, education and jobs for incarcerated women both while imprisoned and after they are released. She shares her passion for helping incarcerated women find their voice and reach their human potential. We also discuss the "Ban the Box" movement - a mo...

Christopher Salem, Master Executive Coach, host of Sustainable Success and author of “Master Your Inner Critic / Resolve the Root Cause, joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about the growth mindset, company culture, and self-criticism. He shares his tips for business owners and job seekers to see positivity in their environments and in others. About The We Are VIP Podcast: This podcast is bro...