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Get ready for a sizzling new episode on the **Jess Get Hired Podcast** as we kick off our scorching summer series with a whole new format - welcome to **Hot Takes**! 🌞🔥

🎧 In this episode, we're diving into the red-hot topic of **"Fertility to Fatherhood - Perks Employers Should Have to Attract Talent."** 💼👶

Joining us is a true expert in the field, **Anthony Franzese**, a Strategic Partnership Executive at Stork Club, a fertility and family-building vendor for employees. 🚀👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

With over 10 years of experience in the employee health space, Anthony is on a mission to help companies create supportive work environments that value their employees' personal lives as much as their professional ones. He's also the host of the **Successful Working Parents Podcast**, where he explores the delicate balance between work and family life.

💡 In this episode, we'll be discussing:

- Must-have benefits top talent looks for in today's competitive job market.

- Anthony's journey into fatherhood and his expectations about paternity benefits.

- The rising importance of fertility benefits in workplace culture.

- How family-friendly perks contribute to an engaged and committed workforce.

- Striking a balance between cost and providing comprehensive fertility benefits.

So, join us as we heat up the conversation with Anthony and explore the secrets behind winning the talent war with family-focused benefits! 🌶️👶

Connect with Anthony:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-franzese-38b11317/

About Jess Get Hired:

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Kevin's diverse background includes being a high school honors student, a Navy veteran, a math whiz, a college math teacher, a computer programmer, a real estate consultant and investor, and a business coach and strategist. He draws upon this wealth of experience to elevate the education of his students and clients.

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Stay tuned for more Hot Takes episodes, and don't forget to subscribe to the Jess Get Hired Podcast for more spicy discussions on career and entrepreneurship. Keep that entrepreneurial fire burning, and we'll catch you on the next blazing episode! 🔥🌶️

In this special pop-up episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, sponsored by The Spicy Gnome, we dive into a hot take on conquering Imposter Syndrome and overcoming our fears. Our guest, Brad Smith, a skilled business growth consultant, CEO and executive team coach, shares powerful insights on character development and persona creation as tools to combat Imposter Syndrome.

Brad highlights the importance of embracing authenticity and resilience through personas, helping us challenge self-doubt and negative beliefs. By reframing failure as a stepping stone to growth and seeking support from mentors and others, we can navigate through Imposter Syndrome and unleash our true potential.

With a touch of spice and a dash of inspiration, this episode sparks the fire within, guiding us on a journey to crush Imposter Syndrome and embark on a path of personal and professional success. Tune in and join us as we unleash our inner heroes to conquer our fears and strive for greatness!

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Brad Smith is the Founder and CEO of Stellar Insights. He is a skilled business growth consultant, CEO and executive team coach.
Interested in CEOs and companies who are ambitious, curious, and courageous enough to want more insight, more for their company, and more from themselves with less effort should find him at www.stellarinsightinc.com

Hot Take: Your Story Doesn't Matter - The secret sauce to answering a top interview question

In this episode we explore into the crucial aspect of interview storytelling and why your story might not matter as much as you think. Joining us today is career expert Mike Tomasello, who shares invaluable insights and tips on how to answer the "tell me about yourself" question more effectively.

Mike explores how candidates can avoid over-sharing personal details during interviews. He discusses both in-the-moment adjustments and pre-interview strategies to keep the focus on professional qualifications.

Listen for Practical advice from Mike: Remind yourself that interviews don't require nonstop conversation. Take a deep breath after speaking and embrace a moment of silence to gather your thoughts and respond more thoughtfully.

Jess also emphasizes the value of making interviews more conversational and suggests finding common ground with interviewers to create a comfortable environment.

Mike's hot take: "Your story doesn't matter, your relevant story matters." He highlights the importance of tailoring your experiences to fit the specific requirements of the job you're applying for. Mike shares different approaches to identifying and presenting the most relevant aspects of your background during the interview.

Tune in to this episode to discover the secret sauce to mastering interview storytelling and ensuring you stand out to potential employers. Don't miss out on more valuable career insights from Mike Tomasello in future episodes. Stay connected and get ready to excel in your job search!

Mike Tomasello is a "Top Career Thought Leader" recognized by TV's Shark Tank's very own Kevin Harrington! Despite facing initial challenges as an introvert and nodding off during his first interview, he rose to lead teams in start-ups and Fortune 100 companies worldwide, managing a remarkable $1 Billion in strategy. With a passion for helping job seekers, he's impacted tens of thousands, from recent graduates to C-suite executives.

Mike can be emailed directly at [email protected]

Mike can be found on most social media platforms @CareerSuccessSecrets (Threads, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn)

Twitter: @HowToLandAnyJob

Tune in to this spicy episode on your favorite platform, but don't miss the visual feast on Spotify and YouTube. Get ready to savor the flavors of success, as we dive deep into the world of career wisdom! Add Jess Get Hired to your playlist so you don't miss regular episodes and our pop-up episodes each week!

Visit www.jessgethired.com to explore more about our guest and delve into the wealth of knowledge he brings.

Are you ready for a taste of success?

"Change Management vs. Change Leadership" - Episode 55 - Jess Get Hired Podcast

In this exciting episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, Jess sits down with the dynamic change transformer, Lata Hamilton, Founder & CEO of Passion Pioneers. Together, they unravel the intriguing world of Change Management vs. Change Leadership, exploring their distinct roles in driving successful organizational change.

Lata shares her inspiring journey from marketing to Organizational Change Management, tripling her salary in just 3 years. With her "Leading Successful Change" program, she has worked on transformative projects impacting over 100,000 individuals, from global cultural shifts to cutting-edge digital transformations.

Listeners get a firsthand look at the powerful interplay between change management and change leadership, gaining insights into real-life experiences and discovering the secrets of effective change leadership. Lata's focus on empowering women to carve confident and authentic paths for change adds a heartfelt touch to the discussion.

Additionally, Lata's 2022 Endometriosis diagnosis reinforces her belief in the need for flexibility and freedom to support women's health. From Australia to global impact, Lata emphasizes that it's the journey and lives changed along the way that truly matter.

So buckle up and get ready to embrace the dance between change management and change leadership. This episode will surely leave you with fresh perspectives, actionable takeaways, and an ignited passion for driving transformative change in your career and beyond!

Lata Hamilton is a Change Leadership and Confidence expert, and the creator of the “Leading Successful Change” program. After tripling her salary in just 3 years to almost $200,000, her mission is to help millennial women carve their own paths for change in career, leadership and life, and find the confidence and authenticity to truly earn their worth. Lata has worked with some of Australia’s biggest companies on changes that have impacted over 100,000 people, operating model changes impacting thousands, global cultural transformations, and digital transformation that is literally changing the way that we work.

Links:

Download Lata’s free “Underpaid & Overlooked Coaching Action Guide”: www.latahamilton.com/worthit

Get Lata's free "Creative Launch Ideas Guide": www.latahamilton.com/launch

Connect with Lata on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/latahamilton

See Lata’s website and course: www.latahamilton.com

Spicing Up the Recruitment Game: A Flavorful Journey with the understanding that not all recruiters are created equal!

Get ready for scorching conversations with top business influencers, career coaches, and previous guests as we tackle the hottest topics trending in the workplace today.

In this sizzling episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast Jess and special guest Caity Elkins take listeners on a flavorful journey through the diverse world of recruiters. From agency recruiters to high-volume recruiters, they explore the unique flavors each type brings to the hiring process.

Just like the various ingredients in The Spicy Gnome Hot Sauce, not all recruiters are created equal. Jess and Caity reveal the secret recipes and skills that make each recruiter type stand out. Listeners will discover how sourcing recruiters tailor their searches, how executive search recruiters find top-tier talent, and the strategic approach of talent acquisition professionals.

As the episode unfolds, they uncover the difference between recruiting and talent acquisition, comparing the tactical and strategic aspects just like the balance of heat and flavors in a well-crafted hot sauce.

Join the Jess Get Hired Podcast on this mouthwatering adventure, generously spiced with insights, tips, and wisdom from the world of recruitment. So get ready to ignite your senses and explore the tantalizing world of different recruiters, served with a dash of Spicy Gnome Hot Sauce's passion and flavor.

Visit: www.thespicygnome.com and learn more on https://www.jessgethired.com

Listen on your favorite platform but watch this episode on Spotify and YouTube!

"Is Threads Already Dead? Exploring the Controversial New Social Media App"

Episode 53: Take your damn PTO already! I just spent 10 straight days unplugged to be out of the office and celebrating my birthday! This episode will give you tips on how to enjoy your time away from the office and not feel guilty about it.

In a world that glorifies constant connection and communication, I've always been known as someone who can't sit still. My work consumes me, and even when I'm not officially working, I find myself creating more tasks to fill my time. So when I mention taking a vacation, it's met with a great deal of skepticism, especially from those who know me well. Not many believe that I know how to truly detach myself from

PTO doesn't just stand for Paid time off - it also stands for "prepare the others." I will share some tips to ensure a smooth transition during your absence.

Make the most of your vacation and learn to disconnect. Engage in self-care, and explore the world around you!

Organize your inbox and avoid the "first day back blues." Think about what you learned or how you felt while you were away from the office and use that as your motivation to infuse new ideas into the work that you do!

Taking care of yourself isn't saying "me first," it also means saying it's about "me...too."

About the host:

Jessica Fiesta George is a seasoned Talent Acquisition Strategist with more than 15 years of experience, specializing in empowering job seekers and coaching Private Equity backed companies to achieve success. As the host of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, she