On this episode, and just in time for Veterans Appreciation Month…. Pete and Julie welcome Ross Dickman, Army veteran and CEO of Hire Heroes USA! 

Ross shares his personal transition story from Apache helicopter pilot to purpose-driven nonprofit CEO, offering candid insights on the challenges veterans and their spouses face when entering the civilian workforce and the rich, often overlooked skills they offer. Ross provides a peek into the mission at Hire Heroes USA and why it is as critical as ever, highlighting the power of purpose and belonging in veteran engagement.  Ross provides his POV on engaging and nurturing veteran talent as the workforce evolves with tips for the employer and veteran lenses. 

Connect with Ross and HireHeroes USA: 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossdickman/ 

Hire Heroes USA: www.hireheroesusa.org 

Connect with the show:   

LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome John Bernatovicz, founder and CEO of Willory, and author of ‘HR Like a Boss’! 

John shares his inspiring journey behind his mission to elevate the HR profession with a passion rooted in resilience, community, and a vision to transform how people feel at work. From his early days at ADP to building a thriving consultancy and bestselling book – ‘HR Like a Boss’, John offers a candid take on the state of HR and payroll. John shares his lens on the value of investing in people, embracing technology, breaking down silos, and leading HR ‘like a boss.’ John shares why emotional intelligence and business fluency are the must-have skills for every HR leader. Plus, pro tips on ‘boss moves’ HR can make in the wake and face of constant volatility. 

Connect with John: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbernatovicz/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Willory/videos

Willory: https://willory.com/ 

www.HRlikeaboss.com 

Book: https://www.amazon.com/HR-Like-Boss-Amazingly-Awesome/dp/1586444417 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hr-like-a-boss-by-willory/id1531388217 

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LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and very own show producer, Ryan Kielma, to talk life in the creator economy through the lens of GenZ!

The group starts by learning about Ryan’s career path, from a mechanical engineer living the corporate life to realizing it wasn’t the path for him. Ryan shares how he found his niche in content creation, social media and marketing. We explore the lens of the emerging GenZ workforce, the challenges of exchanging the safety of a steady paycheck for betting on yourself. Ryan highlights his advice to others finding their paths and the immeasurable value of flexibility, freedom and excitement for chasing your passions!

Connect with Ryan:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.kielma/

Email: [email protected]

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LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Navy veteran, turned executive recruiter, Jamey Cummings to the show to talk the state of executive hiring!

After learning about Jamey’s unlikely journey from the Naval Academy to the SEAL Teams to executive recruiter.  Jamey shares his insights for maximizing success for veterans transitioning to the workforce and employers seeking to engage the skills-rich veteran community.  The group talks about the state of executive staffing and skills of the modern C-suite leader, how executive recruiters can be a force multiplier vs a replacement for recruiters, and why private-sector recruiting and talent may need a paradigm shift. 

Connect with Jamey:

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameycummings/

JM Search: https://jmsearch.com/ 

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LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome the Commandant of Global Payroll, Max van der Klis-Busink to the show to celebrate the 8th annual Global Payroll Week! 

The group learns about Max’ path and early career start in payroll and the unlikely twists and challenges that have fueled his career and passion for payroll. Max talks about his new book, The Global Payroll Manager's Playbook: The Definitive Best Practices Framework , and his motivation for writing it.

He shares tips on building a successful career in payroll and shaping a resilient payroll operating model. Max emphasizes the power of collaboration and relationships in global payroll success and why it all starts with a vision and "beginning with the end in mind." Plus, Max opines on the future of global payroll and how to protect the professions’ rich talent and insights moving ahead. 

Connect with Max:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/passionforpayroll/

Max’ Book: https://shorturl.at/H4JPd 

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LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

Another peek into the GenZ paths to the workplace with Julie’s second son, Elias.  His journey couldn’t be more opposite than that of his brother who was the opening show for our YouTube channel.

Eli finds his way to a finance intern position at Ford by networking – with exactly ONE adult role model.  Once and done is the way he rolls, content to begin his career with a Fortune 50 and one of the largest employers in his hometown, the metro Detroit area. 

Eli shares that Ford hires nearly all new graduates into an intern program with three-year rotation to expose them to different parts of the business. What a great way to attract and retain young workers who are known for their appetite to try on different roles.  When networking gives him a chance to leave the rotation program early for a full time role in green energy, how does he think about the options and tradeoffs. 

Lastly, we wrap up with some candid GenZ observations on working with older generations of workers from Boomers to GenX to Millennials. As any parent knows, younger workers grow up with technology in ways we can only hope to keep up!

Connect with Elias:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elifinance/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elifer01/

Email: [email protected]

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LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Bryan Bergin and Jared Levine, equity research analysts with TD Cowen focused on the HR tech, fintech, and IT Services sectors! 

The group explores the overall health and state of the HR tech marketplace through the lens of financial analysts on the front lines of equity research and advisory. They explore the notable trends taking shape, including AI’s impact and the continued convergence of fintech with HR tech shaping emerging and leading provider solutions.   

They discuss how the current economic climate will impact the HR tech marketplace, including notable consolidation news and what to expect from providers getting together across the market.  Plus, a look at the potential for IPOs and what to watch for as 2025 unfolds! 

Connect with Bryan & Jared:

TD Cowen research: www.tdsecurities.com/ca/en/themes-2025 

Bryan Bergin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-bergin-cfa-cpa-456b3aa/

Jaren Levine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-levine-cfa-cpa-08524346/

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LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Nicole Sahin, founder and CEO of G-P, to talk AI at Work! 

The group starts by learning about Nicole’s career and path to becoming a global EOR pioneer.  They discuss the state of global employment and its impact on modern business strategy and how data and AI are playing a key role.  They dig into the key findings from the new G-P ‘AI at Work’ report and discuss the opportunities, challenges, and lessons learned for engaging AI to power the modern workforce.  

Connect with Nicole:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolesahin/ 

Download the G-P,‘AI at Work’ Report: https://www.globalization-partners.com/resources/2025-ai-at-work-report/ 

G-P: www.globalization-partners.com  

G-P Gia Beta: https://www.globalization-partners.com/gia/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Future of Work Strategist at Infor, Marcus Mossberger to the show! 

After learning about Marcus’ career path in HR tech, the group discusses the inspiration for his unique podcast Hope @Work. Marcus shares his passion for the psychology and power of hope to drive the human spirit and how its infusion in workplace culture can create win-win outcomes for the organization and its workforce.  

The group explores the path to leveraging hope at work as a leader and the challenges with the application of hope in the context of business leadership. They also explore the concept of ‘practice at work’, why practice has become a lost fundamental in the workplace, and how healthy competition plays a role in operational excellence and competitive advantage. 

Connect with Marcus:

Website: www.workplacehope.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmossberger/

Hope @ Work Podcast: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/hopeatwork 

Marcus’ LinkedIn post on practice at work…https://shorturl.at/TXXsd 

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LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

You can now enjoy HR & Payroll 2.0 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome John Sarvari, Chief Technology Officer at AppyHere, to explore the current state and outlook for modern talent acquisition! John discusses his unique journey from optimizing manufacturing supply chains to disrupting talent acquisition tech for the frontline workforce! 

John shares insights and expertise for winning the frontline workforce and explains why the frontline worker hiring process is a lot like managing a live inventory of talent and how seizing those “moments of attention” can determine success—or failure.  

The group discusses hot-button topics like fraud in recruiting, tech’s rising influence on hiring, and the all-too-common trend of recruiters and candidates ghosting each other.  They explore the rapid pace and impacts of innovation on talent management, the importance of upskilling and forecasting labor demand, and AI’s growing role in the recruiter and candidate experiences. 

Connect with John:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-sarvari/ 

AppyHere: https://www.appyhere.com

Links to resources mentioned on the episode: 

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LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 

X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social 

You can now enjoy HR & Payroll 2.0 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0