HRIS Careers Podcast

Welcome to the HRIS Careers Podcast (https://hriscareers.com/podcast) 

In this episode, we feature Tim Sackett, a 20-year HR/Recruiting Talent Pro with a Master’s in HR and a SHRM-SCP. Tim is the President at HRU Technical Resources.  He is a prolific writer and speaker on all things HR, with extensive knowledge in Talent Acquisition and the technology impacting it. He shares his insights on Twitter and his blog at TimSackett.com.

Our thanks to Laurie Ruettimann and her Punk Rock HR Podcast (https://laurieruettimann.com/podcast/) for recommending Tim.

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• Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0O9xfaKUaBkHScdqUXEyFK)
• Apple Podcasts  (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hris-careers-podcast/id1741363105)
• YouTube (https://youtu.be/a-q9rPsqhfg)

Tim recently released his new book, "The Talent Fix Volume 2: A Leader's Guide to Recruiting Great Talent" (Amazon: https://amzn.to/3xt4AAy) which we discuss in this episode. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation:

 Key Takeaways:

1. What is the AK-47 of the HR world! 💼
2. Learn how to get your HR users to stop breaking HRIS tools. 🛠️
3. Find out where to access a masterclass in designing a Talent Acquisition tech stack your users will love. 📊

🔗 Resources Mentioned

• Tim Sackett's Blog (https://timsackett.com/)
• The Talent Fix Volume 2 on Amazon (https://amzn.to/3xt4AAy)
• Laurie Ruettimann Punk Rock HR Podcast (https://laurieruettimann.com/podcast/)
• Tim Sackett on Twitter (https://twitter.com/TimSackett)
• Tim Sackett on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsackett/)
• The Increasing Importance of a Best Friend at Work (https://www.gallup.com/workplace/397058/increasing-importance-best-friend-work.aspx)
• HR Famous Podcast (https://hrfamous.libsyn.com/)
• @TheProfGShow on the  @MyFirstMillionPod talking about having a best friend at work. ( https://youtu.be/C4ylGGYD-3c?si=-6-T8nuwk9QdQWUV&t=589)

Chapter Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction
3:04 – Tim Sackett's Background
4:23 – Key Takeaways from the Episode
10:00 – The Lightning Round
20:00 – Discussing "The Talent Fix Volume 2"
28:00 – Tim's Save Strategy
35:00 – Closing Thoughts

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If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.

If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.

If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at  https://hriscareers.com/podcast

Welcome to the HRIS Careers podcast hosted by Troy Wallace. In today's episode, we have an inspiring interview with Nico Benenzon, Co-Founder of Humand.co, a Y Combinator Class of '22 company, focuses on solving the problem of non-desked employees. Nico shares his journey of building the company, the challenges he faced, and how Humand.co is making a significant impact in the HR tech space.

🔗 Get Your Demo: HRISCareers.com/humand

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• Apple Podcasts
• YouTuube
• Spotify

Here are the key takeaways:

💡 Solving Non-Desked Workers' Issues Humand.co is addressing the unique challenges faced by non-desked employees, providing seamless digital solutions to enhance communication and HR processes.

🔄 Transition from Facebook Workplace With Facebook Workplace sunsetting, Humand.co offers a lifeline to current users, ensuring a smooth transition and continued efficiency.

🎓 How Humand Got Into Y Combinator Nico shares his perseverance and determination, taking three tries to get accepted into one of the most prestigious startup incubators in the world.

🎤 Lightning Round Insights Don't miss the lightning round at the 28-minute mark where Nico reveals his vision for Humand's future.

🔗 Get Your Demo: HRISCareers.com/humand

Resources Mentioned

• Humand.co
• Y Combinator
• HRISCareers.com/humand
• Nico's Linkedin
• React Native
• Superhuman Email
• Humand Demo on YouTube
• GTA San Andreas - Mission passed sound
• Buenos Aires Institute of Technology
• Why Meta Fired Workplace, a Collaboration Tool You've Never Heard Of

Chapter Timestamps

0:00 - Introduction

1:26 - Nico's Background

2:09 - Solving Non-Desked Workers' Issues

3:28 - How Humand Got Into Y Combinator

7:06 - Defining and describing the challenge of engaging "undesked" workers 

18:45 - The story of their first big customer ArcelorMittal pushing them to build quickly 

26:06 - Getting into Y Combinator after applying and being rejected twice 

28:00 - Lightning Round

41:06 - Ensuring appropriate content moderation on their employee communication platform

 48:13 - Migrating companies from the shutting down Facebook Workplace

52:00 - Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

53:09 - Career Opportunities at Humand.co

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If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.

If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.

If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at  https://hriscareers.com/podcast

In this episode of the HRIS Careers podcast, host Troy Wallace interviews Gabi Preston-Phypers, co-founder of the AI Boolean Search Tool for Recruiters called TooledUpRacoons.com. Gabi shares insights about her career journey, her innovative technology, and how it helps recruiters.

Don't miss out on learning about:

• Putting a "hug or cuddle" around your recruiting searches 🤗
• Data-centric hunting for the perfect candidate pools 🎯
• The story behind creating and marketing TooledUpRacoons 🌐

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• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• YouTube

Resources Mentioned

• TooledUpRacoons.com
• Gabi Preston-Phypers LinkedIn
• How to construct a Boolean search that gets you the most relevant candidates for your job roles
• Zoho CRM
• TA Tech Unboxed Podcast Episode with Gabi

Chapter Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

02:30 High-energy interview with Gabi Preston-Phypers

03:01 Gabi's technology and career journey

03:30 Putting a hug or cuddle around your recruiting searches

04:13 Data-centric hunting for recruiters

04:47 Building and marketing TooledUpRacoons

10:00 Challenges and triumphs in Gabi's career

20:00 The importance of accurate and smart Boolean searches

30:00 Real-life examples and applications

37:04 Lightning round questions

45:00 Final thoughts and resources

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If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.

If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.

If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at  https://hriscareers.com/podcast

In this episode of the HRIS Careers podcast https://hriscareers.com/podcast, host Troy Wallace interviews Bradley Rice, founder of Talent Stacker and expert in the Salesforce platform. They discuss the parallels between HRIS and Salesforce careers, the transferable skills involved, and Bradley's journey into the Salesforce ecosystem. Bradley provides insights into getting started with Salesforce certifications, optimizing your job search, and the future impact of AI on these technical roles.

Make sure to listen to the Lightning Round around the 25-minute mark.

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• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• YouTube

Resources Mentioned:

Talent Stacker (Bradley's company) - https://talentstacker.com/
Bradley Rice Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradforce/
Free 5-Day Salesforce Career Challenge - https://talentstacker.com/now
Salesforce For Everyone Podcast (Episodes 1-8 recommended) https://www.talentstacker.com/ts-salesforce-for-everyone-podcast/
Trailhead (Salesforce's free training platform) - https://trailhead.salesforce.com/
Trailblazer Mentorship Program - https://trailblazermentorship.com/
Talent Stacker Community Resources - https://talentstacker.com/community
LinkedIn Profile and Resume Optimization Guide https://app.talentstacker.com/blog/bradley-rice/level-up-your-linkedin/
AIForce Training (AI training for Salesforce) - https://aiforcetraining.com/
HRISCareers.com and podcast links https://hriscareers.com/podcast
Merlin bird watching app https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/
Nick Loper's Side Hustle Show podcast with Bradley Cooper https://www.sidehustlenation.com/become-a-salesforce-consultant/

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

1:30 Bradley's background and entry into Salesforce

6:00 Parallels between HRIS and Salesforce roles

10:00 Transitioning skills from HRIS to Salesforce

15:00 Salesforce certification paths and costs

20:00 Optimizing your LinkedIn/resume for Salesforce roles

25:00 Lightning round Q&A

30:00 Getting started with a Salesforce career

35:00 Salesforce community and mentorship

40:00 Impact of AI on Salesforce/HRIS roles

45:00 Closing thoughts

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If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.

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If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at  https://hriscareers.com/podcast

In this episode of the HRIS Careers Podcast, we sit down with Lou Sylaj, the Founder and CEO of ATS Consulting.   Specializing in the UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) ecosystem, ATS Consulting has rapidly expanded to a team of over 60 experts under Lou's leadership.

Join us for this inspirational and educational interview with Lou Sylaj, and see what it takes to grow a thriving HRIS consulting firm in today’s competitive landscape.

Episode Highlights:

1. Career Transition: Discover how Lou pivoted from a corporate role at Equinox to launching his successful consulting career, eventually building ATS Consulting from the ground up.
2. Four Pillars of Success: Lou shares the foundational strategies of his consulting practice, offering valuable lessons on sustainability and growth in the HRIS domain.
3. Impact of Mergers: Gain insights into how the merger of Ultimate Software and Kronos influenced ATS Consulting's operations and strategies.

Resources Mentioned:

• ATS Consulting
• Equinox
• HCM Cloud Consultants
• Kronos And Ultimate Software Merger
• UKG Group

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• If you’re inspired to share your HRIS journey, visit HRISCareers.com/podcast to submit a story or record a voice memo.
• Employers seeking HRIS talent can list opportunities on HRISCareers.com.
• Professionals seeking to advance their careers can complete their profiles and sign up for job alerts on HRISCareers.com.

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Welcome to the HRIS Careers Podcast!

Hosted by Troy Wallace, an HRIS practitioner with over 25 years of experience, this podcast is the go-to resource for anyone involved or interested in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Whether you're a current HRIS professional, an aspiring one, or even looking to hire HRIS talent, this podcast offers valuable insights, experiences, and discussions tailored just for you.

Check out HRIS Careers to get on the job alerts email list and\or list your HRIS jobs.

What We Cover:

1. Career Paths: We interview HRIS professionals to explore how they entered the field and advanced in their careers. Discover the unique and often unexpected paths of your peers in the industry.
2. Industry Insight: Gain expert knowledge from HRIS platform vendors about the future direction of their products and the skills currently in the highest demand.
3. Candid Conversations: Join us for honest discussions about the real-world experiences and challenges faced by HRIS professionals. From system implementations to career highs and lows, nothing is off-limits.

Why Listen?

• Experience Sharing: It's our therapy session where we nerd out about all things HRIS. It's a safe space to share and learn from each other's experiences.
• Community Building: We aim to foster a supportive community not just for HRIS professionals but also for our close-knit cousins in HR and payroll.

Engage With Us:

• Share your story, challenges, or achievements. Visit https://hriscareers.com/podcast to submit a form or leave a voice memo.
• Reach out to Troy at [email protected] with ideas, or if you're interested in being a guest on the show.

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Upcoming Plans:

If there's enough interest from the community, we'll expand to include an online platform or community for live interactions and discussions.

Join us on the HRIS Careers Podcast – where HRIS professionals connect, learn, and grow together.

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If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.

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If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at  https://hriscareers.com/podcast

A Brief History Of HRIS: Client Server To AI And Everything In-between With Troy Wallace.

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If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.

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If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at  https://hriscareers.com/podcast