HR Interviews Playlist

Jim McCoy, CEO of Atlas, joins the Chad and Cheese podcast to discuss the rise of Employee of Record (EOR) platforms and the future of remote work. McCoy explains that EOR platforms help companies employ people in countries where they don't have a legal entity, supporting global mobility and recruitment. He also discusses the convergence of EOR and staffing, the challenges of safeguarding intellectual property in the gig economy, and the normalization of salaries based on cost of living. McCoy believes that the success of companies like Deel in the EOR space is beneficial for the entire industry, and he envisions an ecosystem that supports recruiters and helps them find the best candidates.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Background of Jim McCoy

08:50 - Convergence of EOR and Staffing

11:45 - Supporting Recruitment and Hiring Across Borders

14:00 - Safeguarding Intellectual Property in the Gig Economy

19:54 - Normalization of Salaries Based on Cost of Living

25:22 - The Success of Companies like Deal in the EOR Space

29:48 - Building an Ecosystem to Support Recruiters

Keywords

Jim McCoy, CEO, Atlas, Employee of Record, EOR, remote work, staffing, intellectual property, gig economy, salaries, normalization, global mobility, recruitment, ecosystem

Traditionally, hiring has been anchored around getting the right talent into the organization. However, in these highly disrupted times, is this still the right way of operating? In our fast-changing world of work, looking at the skills needed to do the work offers organizations the flexibility to expand internal and external pools and consider outsourcing, offshoring, gig work, process improvement, and AI-driven automation as alternative ways of getting work the done. 

So how does this work in practice and what are the implications for the future of recruiting?

My guest this week is Bruce Morton, Head of Strategy for Allegis Global Solutions. Bruce is a deep thinker about technology and the future of work and has some valuable insights into how some of the organizations Allegis works with are thinking differently about talent. Allegis has also implemented a large-scale automation program in its own business, which Bruce believes will facilitate a much more human-centric approach to recruiting.

In the interview, we discuss:

• Reversing dehumanization in recruiting

• The evolving distribution of work

• Starting with the work rather than starting with the talent

• Using AI to identify skills at scale

• Assumed skills, self-reported skills, and certified skills.

• Outsourcing, offshoring, gig work and automation

• Developing automation strategies

• Augmenting rather than replacing people

• Process re-engineering

• Partnering or building

• Matching based on anticipating candidate needs

• What does the future of work look like

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In this episode of *Talent Chasing*, our intrepid hosts Jasper, Brian, and Chad sit down with none other than Dusty Baker—legendary baseball manager and expert in the fine art of not losing his cool while leading teams. They dig into Baker’s leadership style, the eternal struggle: analytics vs. gut instinct. making the right hiring decisions, plus, how communication is key—because if you can’t get the team to listen, good luck getting them to follow. 

Leadership is about consistency, balance, and maybe a dash of wisdom from the past. Who knew that baseball and business had so much in common—aside from the uniforms and overpriced snacks?

Enjoy!

In this episode, Chad, Brian, and Jasper are joined by probably one of the most interesting people you will ever meet, Dusty Baker. Dusty is a former MLB outfielder and manager. Dusty played 19 seasons earning two All-Star selections, numerous awards, and the first NLCS MVP. As a manager, he led the Giants, Cubs, Reds, Nationals, and Astros, winning the 2022 World Series with Houston and that's the shortened version. 

Dusty discusses talent management as a player and manager, his mentors and the lessons he learned from them, the changes in the game of baseball over the years, and the challenges of talent identification management, scouting talent, managing egos, and his approach to business. He emphasizes the importance of combining analytics with the human element in decision-making and the value of trust and forgiveness. Dusty shares his experiences and lessons learned from his baseball career and how they apply to other aspects of life.

Tune in for great stories, experiences, and advice from Dusty Baker.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

04:17 Lessons Learned from Coaching and Managing

05:24 The Importance of Mentorship

08:43 The Challenges of Being a Player

09:12 The Evolution of Baseball

21:22 Changes in Talent Identification and Management

25:19 The Importance of Learning from Mistakes

30:04 The Role of Coaches and Managers in Talent Management

34:21 Scouting Talent in a Globalized Baseball Landscape

35:31 Combining Analytics with the Human Element in Decision-Making

38:32 Managing Egos and Building Trust in a Team

41:34 Lessons from Baseball Applied to the Business World

Hilla Hascalovici, the founder of Period Ally, joins the Chad and Cheese podcast to discuss how her company helps companies support their menstruating employees. Period Ally offers high-quality products, pain management, menstrual leave and rest policies, training, events, and more. Julie Sowash takes over for Chad, as it's smarter to have smarts over snark on this episode. Hascalovici plans to raise money in the future and expand globally. The podcast hosts commend her for addressing an important issue and see potential for success in the market.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Welcome

03:03 -Pitching Periodally

12:03 -Bathroom Products and Preferences

15:10 - Cutting Through the Clutter

21:37 - Product Fit in a Remote Work Environment

28:03 - Pricing and Margins

32:02 - Women's Success in the Workplace

35:31 - Future Growth and Conclusion

Keywords

Hila Hascalovici, Periodally, period ally, menstruating employees, high-quality products, pain management, menstrual leave, rest policies, training, events, productivity, raising money, global expansion

The pandemic created a moment of realization and momentum about the importance of wellness at work and employers' role in this. Four years on from the the first Covid lockdowns, it has become apparent that an effective wellbeing strategy plays a vital part in talent acquisition and retention.

So, how should employers consider their employees' wellbeing? What support can they offer, and how do the employer and employees benefit?

My guest this week is Luke Bullen, VP of Wellhub in the UK. Wellhub connects employees to the best options for fitness, mindfulness, therapy, nutrition, and sleep. Luke has some fascinating and valuable insights on the latest thinking about wellness and its strategic importance to all employers.

In the interview, we discuss:

• The continuing momentum around wellbeing and why it is a board-level issue

• The relationship between wellbeing and work

• Talent Acquisition, Productivity, and Retention

• The significant ROI of corporate wellbeing investments

• Are employers harming their employees?

• Being a catalyst that reduces barriers

• Thinking about wellbeing holistically

• What are the small steps every employer can take

• What does the future look like?

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A whole new generation is entering the workforce at a time when work is changing for everyone. Getting the right talent is hard enough, but there are also considerable challenges in retaining talent and providing the right skills development to deal with the current speed of change in business and technology.

So, how can employers take a holistic approach to talent acquisition, talent management, and L&D that resonates with a Gen Z audience and engages the wider workforce?

My guest this week is Dilek Çilingir, Global Assurance Talent Leader at EY. EY has intensely focused on changing outdated perceptions around auditing as a career to bring new talent into the business. This is part of an overarching talent strategy that also focuses on upskilling and retention.

In the interview, we discuss:

• The talent market challenges facing the audit profession

• An increasingly complex work environment

• Busting stereotypes and marketing auditing as an attractive career

• Flexibility and Well-Being

• How attitudes to work are changing

• Job hopping versus role hopping

• The importance of ongoing skills development

• On-demand tech-driven learning

• How AI is changing things

• What will the future look like from a talent perspective?

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In this episode of *Talent Chasing*, Jasper, Brian, and Chad dissect their interview with former pro footballer Nicki Paterson to tackle the surprising overlaps between sports and business. Turns out, building relationships is just as crucial in scouting as it is in recruitment—whether you’re searching for the next Messi or someone who knows how to work a Zoom call.

They guys break down how soft skills are the real MVPs in the corporate world, where every year feels like starting over. Leadership? It’s all about balancing tough love with empathy—yelling like a coach doesn’t fly in the office (HR might have something to say). 

Enjoy!

In this episode of *Talent Chasing*, Jasper, Brian, and Chad dissect their interview with former pro footballer Nicki Paterson to tackle the surprising overlaps between sports and business. Turns out, building relationships is just as crucial in scouting as it is in recruitment—whether you’re searching for the next Messi or someone who knows how to work a Zoom call.

They guys break down how soft skills are the real MVPs in the corporate world, where every year feels like starting over. Leadership? It’s all about balancing tough love with empathy—yelling like a coach doesn’t fly in the office (HR might have something to say). 

Enjoy!

In this episode, Scottish footballer Nicki Paterson shares his journey from playing professional football in Scotland to receiving a scholarship to play in the US. He discusses the differences between scouting systems in Europe and the US. Nicki also talks about the importance of his father's support and the impact of playing sports on his own children. Today, Nicki Paterson is Chief Growth Officer at Solutions Driven and shares his journey from playing soccer to transitioning into the corporate world. He discusses the challenges and opportunities he faced in his soccer career. Paterson also talks about the evolution of Major League Soccer (MLS) and the impact of players like David Beckham. In the corporate world, he emphasizes the importance of hard work, authenticity, and data-driven decision-making. Paterson also highlights the need for continuous learning and being a student of the game in both sports and business.