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Today's guest is Kalee Wood, Agile Coach

Kalee has found her calling with empowering talent and evolving ways of working. She is highly motivated to cultivate modern agility habits that give greater focus on business outcomes (vs outputs only) and product (vs project) development.

Kalee has a proven track record of cultivating clarity, empathy and collaboration, breaking down barriers, and accelerating speed of delivery and feedback. Kalee can undoubtedly get things done with your product teams too.

Two strong examples for those who, like her, like metrics:

-Flipped teams allocation of unplanned work from 80/20 to 20/80 while decreasing unresolved support ticket count and the average days aged.

-Reduced average cycle time from 8 to 3 days in 3 months and sustained that speed of delivery

Kalee Wood is a Change Maven and Continuous Improvement Guru with a gift for quickly understanding and addressing pain points, making progress visible, and reimagining workflows for greater productivity and team health. She brings life to gatherings with music and good cheer, and she ensures that meetings end with agreed action(s). The result is high performance teams with accountability and alignment around business goals; visions turn into reality with Kalee’s leadership.

Connect with them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/klwmbait/

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

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Today's guest is Kristin Carlson, a Talent Acquisition Professional.

Kristin is a hands-on Talent Acquisition leader with over 15 years of recruiting experience mainly in the technology space. She’s a builder who loves to strategically scale recruitment functions in fast-paced organizations. She is passionate about diverse and inclusive work environments and has experience leading DEIB initiatives globally. Kristin has a Bachelor’s degree in English from Bates College and a Master’s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Illinois Tech.

Connect with them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristincarlson1/

Watch Chris and Kristin's LIVE conversation:

https://youtube.com/live/Na8jdtuSuVo?feature=share

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

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Today's guest is Courtney Duncan, a Senior Manager in the Non-Profit sector.

Courtney Duncan has centered her career around empowering marginalized communities and advancing progressive social change through program innovation and relationship-building, specifically through creating inclusive career pathways and responsive professional development.

Courtney has created recruitment, onboarding, and continuous professional development training for national nonprofits, universities, and community organizations. As an experienced program manager with over eight years of experience, she has managed program operations and stakeholder relationships, including nonprofit and corporate partners.

Connect with them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneymduncan/

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

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We have a special guest this week! Myles Wallace of Peak Performers joins Heather Balcerek and Chris Lin to discuss what's happening in the labor market, recruiting buzzwords, and pet peeves.

Learn more about Peak Performers at https://www.peakperformers.org/

Connect with Myles Wallace on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/myleswallace/

For more resources on hiring for disabilities:

• Resource for accommodations research: https://askjan.org/
• What is a disability: https://www.peakperformers.org/about/disability-re-defined/
• Changing the way we think about disability: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ted-conferences_how-to-help-employees-with-disabilities-thrive-activity-7054483805008494592-x4Kj/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

Connect with Hire Me Podcast Hosts:

• Heather Balcerek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherbalcerek/
• Chris Lin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadwithchris/

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Whether you're a recruiter, hiring manager, or simply interested in networking with the top talent in your field, the Hire Me podcast is the perfect resource for you.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

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Today's guest is Sarah Stauf, Operations and People Manager

Sarah Stauf is an independently working, problem-solving and motivating operational team leader with 12+ years of national and international experience in operational effectiveness, team building, and motivation as well as leadership.

• Leads with motivation, promoting a positive culture while also being very results driven.
• Provides guidance and support to coworkers, leading by example and with a hands-on mentality.
• Steps in without hesitation to de-escalate issues, provide needed analyses and solve problems.
• Eager to develop and learn new skills.
• Works seamlessly with all staff from senior team leaders to support personnel.
• Energetic person who is used to working in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with clients, coworkers, and management.
• Ability to improve organizational growth and alignment through innovative leadership, mentorship, measured objectives, and training as well as budget planning.

Connect with them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-stauf-325468167/

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

#hireme #hiremeplease #hiremenow #hiremepls #hiremetoday #resume #videoresume #values #introduction #toptalent #opentowork #recruiting #recruiters #podcast #videopodcast #techlayoffs #layoff #helpingothers #somethingnew #interview #talentacquisition #jobinterview

Today's guest is Obella Obbo, Mental Health Professional

Obella Obbo (he/him) is a DEI specialist, licensed Psychology Associate, and creative artist who loves to talk about identity, cultivate growth environments, and strategize on how to turn compassion into action. As The Radical Empath, Obella aims to use his years of experience and his lens as a Black, queer, second-generation East African man to decolonize toxic belief systems and reframe them to empower folks to be the most authentic versions of themselves, and create an accepting community of healing.

Connect with them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/obella-obbo/

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

#hireme #hiremeplease #hiremenow #hiremepls #hiremetoday #resume #videoresume #values #introduction #toptalent #opentowork #recruiting #recruiters #podcast #videopodcast #techlayoffs #layoff #helpingothers #somethingnew #interview #talentacquisition #jobinterview

Join Heather Balcerek and Chris Lin as they share some celebratory news!

Connect with Hire Me Podcast Hosts:

• Heather Balcerek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherbalcerek/
• Chris Lin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadwithchris/

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Whether you're a recruiter, hiring manager, or simply interested in networking with the top talent in your field, the Hire Me podcast is the perfect resource for you.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

#hireme #hiremeplease #hiremenow #hiremepls #hiremetoday #resume #videoresume #values #introduction #toptalent #opentowork #recruiting #recruiters #podcast #videopodcast #techlayoffs #layoff #helpingothers #somethingnew #interview #talentacquisition #jobinterview

Today's guest is James Kunkel, Learning and Development Professional

James Kunkel is a versatile educator of 6 years seeking a transition into a learning and development position that utilizes his communication, creativity, teaching, training, and writing skills. From working at a community center in Detroit, Michigan, to living abroad in Istanbul, Turkey, to teaching at a Title 1 school for over five years, he has been shaped by a variety of experiences. He is passionate about cross-cultural engagement, community development, mentorship, and instruction that encourages others to dream. James desires to create learning experiences and spaces where people are left with increased curiosity, a bigger picture of the world, and the opportunities it holds.

Connect with them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrkunkel/

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

#hireme #hiremeplease #hiremenow #hiremepls #hiremetoday #resume #videoresume #values #introduction #toptalent #opentowork #recruiting #recruiters #podcast #videopodcast #techlayoffs #layoff #helpingothers #somethingnew #interview #talentacquisition #jobinterview

Join Heather Balcerek and Chris Lin as they share their thoughts on the job market, hiring, and the candidate experience.

This week, they'll break down a common buzzword found in job descriptions, as well, as answer any questions you may have.

Connect with Hire Me Podcast Hosts:

• Heather Balcerek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherbalcerek/
• Chris Lin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadwithchris/

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Whether you're a recruiter, hiring manager, or simply interested in networking with the top talent in your field, the Hire Me podcast is the perfect resource for you.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com, YouTube, and LinkedIn to meet today's top talents.

#hireme #hiremeplease #hiremenow #hiremepls #hiremetoday #resume #videoresume #values #introduction #toptalent #opentowork #recruiting #recruiters #podcast #videopodcast #techlayoffs #layoff #helpingothers #somethingnew #interview #talentacquisition #jobinterview

Today's guest is Joseph Ekpo, Facilities & Operations Manager

Connect with them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-ekpo-44b373a3/

Joseph is a dedicated and result-driven facility manager with 6 years of extensive experience in maintenance, facility management, and as an operation manager. He is seeking a role where he can bring vision and talent to a forward-working company. Using his past success, Joseph can provide assistance helping customers resolve issues, process implementation, and leadership. He is detail-oriented with a well-developed knowledge and expertise in various such as water treatment plant, diesel generator, operation and general facility maintenance. He is an energetic self-starter and a team builder and able to navigate high stress situation and achieve goals at a given set time.

He is a graduate of Electrical Electronic Engineering from Federal College of Education Technical Akoka. He attended seminars both in Facility Management, Business Organization goal and objective in building a system for productivity which will enable growth.

Joseph lives in Nigeria and is currently looking for local or remote roles.

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The Hire Me Podcast is dedicated to elevating today's top talent in a new way. Each episode introduces an amazing, talented professional by learning who they are, what they do, and what they value in under 10 minutes.

Check us out at HireMePodcast.com or your favorite podcast app!

#hireme #hiremeplease #hiremenow #hiremepls #hiremetoday #resume #videoresume #values #introduction #toptalent #opentowork #recruiting #recruiters #podcast #videopodcast #techlayoffs #layoff #helpingothers #somethingnew #interview #talentacquisition #jobinterview