Hi Pivot With Purpose friends! Today is a solo episode featuring your host Meghan Houle! Meghan Houle is an expert in helping brands hire the A-Players. How does she do it?

Meghan’s credibility comes from over 2 decades of managing and cultivating her own retail teams of A-Players. Now as the Go-To Executive Agency Recruiter for Global CEOs, Founders, and Business Owners, she is leveraging her expertise and superpowers to help companies looking to hire across Luxury, Specialty, DTC, and Consumer Goods brands in North America.

Seen in a dual role as a Talent Strategist and Master Career Coach, Meghan navigates the intersection with her expert knowledge of the job market, both from the employer's and job seeker's perspectives providing valuable insights to companies seeking top talent for hire, and individuals aiming to advance their careers. Meghan prides herself in providing exceptional service to internal stakeholders by understanding their job needs and presenting talent solutions through her highly sought-after systems and processes, making the hiring process seamless with impeccable communication from both a client and candidate perspective.

As we pivot into 2025, the hiring and recruiting process feels tougher than ever, for both candidates trying to stand out and employers looking for the perfect hire. This is why Meghan is breaking down these challenges for you and tackling some actionable solutions to make hiring less frustrating and more effective for everyone!

Whether you’re searching for your dream job or trying to build your dream team, this episode is for you!

Topics Covered:

(00:00) Meghan's journey as a recruiter from Wet Seal to leading global talent strategy.
(02:25) Why the hiring process feels like an Outback Steakhouse blooming onion, complex and layered.
(07:10) Challenges candidates face: oversaturated job postings, ATS systems, and confidence issues.
(09:20) Why companies struggle to hire from "unicorn" hires to decision paralysis, and too many stakeholders.
(14:15) Practical tips for candidates and employers to simplify the process.
(20:44) Tailoring your resume and application.
(23:06) Preparing for multiple rounds of interviews.
(24:32) The art of personalized thank-you notes and why they leave a lasting impression.
(25:47) Why clarity on timelines and next steps can help you stay confident and prepared.
(28:11) Tips for streamlining the process for employers; reducing interview rounds, improving communication, and making smarter use of technology.

Hiring doesn’t have to be a mess. If you’re ready to level up, see below for links to Meghan's career and recruitment concierge services. Let’s make 2025 your year to shine!

Have questions? DM Meghan on Instagram, she'd love to connect! 

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Welcome to Pivot With Purpose! In this episode, I am diving into a discussion on the art of effective team management with the “Team Whisperer,” Lia Garvin!

Lia provides business owners and team leaders with simple strategies and tools to communicate better with their teams, reduce overwhelm as managers, and turn their employees into profit-generating machines. She is the 2x bestselling author of The Unstoppable Team and Unstuck, TEDx speaker, host of the top podcast ‘Managing Made Simple’, and team operations consultant with experience leading team operations within Google, Microsoft, Apple, and Bank of America. She is also a sought-after expert in the media, featured across Inc, FastCompany, ABC News, CNN Business, Forbes, US News & World Report, HBR, Yahoo, and TV News.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by team dynamics or the struggle of letting go, in this episode Lia shares actionable strategies for improving team operations and empowering leaders at every level!

Topics Covered:
(01:55) Lia’s new book coming in January 2025, ‘The New Manager’s Playbook’, practical tips for first-time managers.
(05:05) Motivating teams in 2024, what’s changed and how leaders can support employees feeling less engaged.
(08:05) Hiring challenges and setting new employees up for success from day one.
(12:27) Why aligning job titles, responsibilities, and pay is key to retention.
(22:04) The value of cross-department knowledge and the benefits of learning every job function, building empathy, and spotting organizational gaps.
(26:24) Recognition as a retention tool.
(31:42) Spotting burnout early.
(42:22) The value of delegation in improving team efficiency and saving time.
(48:44) Productivity & performance metrics.
(51:02) The downside of ‘vibe’ hiring.
(55:41) Future trends in team management.

Leading your team well can save you time and make you money! Tune in for Lia’s expertise on managing people and giving them the environment they need to find their purpose and thrive in their role!

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In this episode of Pivot with Purpose, I chat with Marina Shiferman about her pivot from Ballerina to San Francisco Realtor®. After studying at the Kirov Ballet Academy and competing at the highest level, Marina’s life shifted when she was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Her resilience and passion led her to build a thriving business in luxury real estate, where she honed her skills in connecting clients with exceptional properties.

Now, with her agency ‘Together In Luxury’, Marina combines her deep understanding of ballet’s grace and precision with her expertise in the luxury world. She founded the agency to create authentic partnerships between the world’s top ballerinas and luxury brands, ensuring each campaign captures the essence of both art and elegance. Driven by her love for ballet and luxury, Marina is passionate about elevating brands and ballerinas to new heights, creating timeless moments of beauty and sophistication.

Marina’s story is a powerful testament to resilience and redefining success on your terms. Dive in as we unpack her journey and what it means to pivot with purpose!

Topics Covered:
(01:31) Marina’s early career journey in luxury real estate and her pivot to founding “Together in Luxury,” a unique talent agency.
(04:57) Marina’s ballet career, and how a health challenge led to an unexpected identity shift.
(12:20) An inspiring moment at a women’s summit that gave Marina the courage to publicly share her story.
(16:45) Marina’s journey in creating a partnership with the San Francisco Ballet and how intuition guided her in building her career.
(20:56) Marina opens up about her struggles with mental health and the life-changing impact of therapy in overcoming past traumas.
(24:52) Marina’s daily non-negotiables for mental well-being and her boundaries for maintaining balance in her life.
(32:03) Looking to the future with Marina.

Marina’s insights on purpose and self-discovery are both relatable and inspiring. Connect with her on social media and keep up with her incredible journey!

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Welcome back to Pivot With Purpose! In this episode, we’re sitting down with Dr. Neda Hovaizi, a soul driven serial entrepreneur whose talents for dentistry, aesthetic medicine, and loving leadership have changed the face of modern clinical practice. In addition to being a trailblazing clinician, Neda has found her larger purpose in being a champion for the limitless power of women. Through her movement, ‘Fab Fierce Females’, where she inspires women to celebrate who they are while becoming who they know they are meant to be.

From running her dental practice to venturing into aesthetics, Dr. Neda is sharing her journey, her mission to transform the patient experience, and why she believes your smile is a “connection to your soul”. Neda also shares the vision behind her upcoming event, FFFCon and the powerful message that women don’t need to compete but can uplift each other. Tune into this episode for empowering insights on transforming your path and building supportive communities!

Topics Covered:
(01:12) The “soul connection” of a smile and how Neda approaches patient care holistically.
(05:17) Meghan’s personal journey with dental reconstruction and “facial harmony”.
(06:47) Dr. Neda’s pivot to mentoring and creating a supportive community.
(12:34) Building a brand with personality, pink scrubs, and a family vibe.
(19:04) Dr. Neda’s journey of self-discovery and redefining purpose beyond financial success.
(21:45) The "fountain of you" concept, finding boundless energy and joy by connecting with your true self and higher power.
(27:43) The origin of Fab Fierce Females: From a personal event to a transformative community experience.
(34:56) Empowering women to invest in themselves, ask for what they deserve, and lead with confidence.
(41:56) Advice for finding your purposeful pivot.
(44:20) FFFCon Event Details.

Join us on this episode as Neda’s story inspires us to explore our own paths, prioritize personal growth, and find purpose in every step!

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In this episode of Pivot With Purpose, Meghan is joined by Shira Lazar to discuss setting boundaries, finding purpose in your journey, and leaning into supportive self-talk to sustain well-being!

Shira Lazar is the Emmy-nominated CEO of innovative web-first news brand, 'What's Trending'. For over two decades, Shira has been a leading voice in the creator economy and social media trends speaking at prestigious conferences like SXSW, VeeCon, CES and C2. She was named one of Fast Company's Most Influential Women in Technology, honored on Variety's Women of Impact list, and featured on NFTNow's NFT100 Most Influential list. In 2020, Shira co-founded Peace Inside Live, a wellness agency and collective, dedicated to crafting bespoke programs for forward-thinking companies and teams. This work also led to the launch of Creators 4 Mental Health, an initiative focused on bringing mental health tools to the creator economy through events and community programming. Her expertise and contributions to pop culture have been showcased in publications like The Huffington Post, Inc., and Entrepreneur.

Topics Covered:
(01:47) The highs and lows of Shira’s entrepreneurial journey and the importance of resilience.
(06:13) The origins of "Creators for Mental Health" and how it's expanding.
(12:30) Shira’s pivotal moment and how it transformed her path, and led to owning her brand.
(16:03) Shira’s journey of rebuilding self-worth and confidence after setbacks.
(21:26) Addressing burnout in the creator economy, including the lack of mental health support and the need for safe spaces for creators.
(24:45) Practical mental wellness strategies for creators.
(30:21) Advice for corporate professionals on prioritizing mental wellness.
(37:51) The gap in corporate wellness.
(40:35) Balancing the demand for flexibility between employers and employees to foster mutual respect.
(48:07) Developing morning habits and gratitude practices.
(52:22) Practicing self-compassion and inner child work to cultivate resilience and self-confidence.

You don’t want to miss this conversation, Shira’s story is a powerful reminder of the strength in persistence and the value of remaining open to new possibilities. Shira reminds us that navigating career changes and personal challenges requires a foundation of self-worth and inner strength.

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In this episode of Pivot With Purpose, I chat with Tiffany Marie! Tiffany Marie is a Spinal Energetics Practitioner, Soul Coach, Intuitive, Master Manifestor, and the founder of Spirit + Soul Studio. She is dedicated to guiding others through profound spiritual healing, she empowers her clients to heal their inner shadows and embrace life with intention and purpose. Through her studio, Tiffany offers modern, soulful teachings that nurture personal growth and support every individual's spiritual journey.

Tiffany shares her personal pivot, the transformative power of energy healing, and how she helps others tap into their own light. If you're feeling stuck or ready to make a major life change, this episode will inspire you to step into your purpose!

Topics Covered: 
(00:32) Spirit and Soul Studio and the powerful healing work they do. 
(03:24) The importance of addressing shadows and buried emotions for true healing and transformation.
(07:36) Tiffany’s emotional pivot from corporate life after a high-stress altercation with her boss.
(20:03) Tiffany’s moment of trusting the signs and discovering her dream space for rent.
(25:15) Manifestation: What it really means and how to tap into your own power.
(35:34) Overcoming doubts and scarcity mindset when manifesting.
(43:38) The power of choice, why we limit ourselves and how to reclaim that power.
(45:00) Spirit and Soul Studio's mission to help others live their purpose and shine their light. 

Tiffany's story is a beautiful reminder that sometimes our biggest challenges lead to our greatest transformations. It’s all about staying open, trusting the process, and taking aligned action. We all have the power to make different choices and create a life that feels fulfilling!

Check with Tiffany and Spirit + Soul Studio:

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Welcome back to Pivot With Purpose! In this episode I am joined by the fabulous Kat Cynewski. Kat is an International Business Coach, Founder of Be Well Events and host of the Wealthy & Well Woman Podcast. After climbing the corporate ladder she had a wake-up call on a yoga retreat and in 2018 leaped into full-time entrepreneurship. Now she helps other ambitious wellness leaders to gain clarity, own their power, package their expertise, and build their dream life + business with freedom at the forefront!

Together we are discussing her journey of shifting from a corporate career to thriving in the wellness space. Kat’s journey is a testament to the power of following your passion and staying true to yourself. I’m so excited to share our conversation with you!

Topics Covered:
(02:11) Kat’s current focus, helping women in wellness build their online businesses.
(5:28) How Kat transitioned from a corporate job in sales to becoming a full-time yoga instructor and event planner.
(10:58) The launch of Be Well Events and how it led to her coaching career.
(20:06) The discomfort many feel around money and how it often stems from a deeper personal struggle with self-worth.
(30:11) The concept of desire-led marketing and the significance of highlighting the end results of your services rather than just the process.
(40:23) The benefits of getting out from your desk and connecting with people through events.
(43:35) Tips on planning and marketing your event effectively.
(46:12) The evolution of Kat’s business, refining her core offerings and shifting towards stability.

If you’re ready to make your own pivot, connect with Kat and explore what steps you can be taking!

Work with Kat and join her FLOURISH Mastermind
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Hey Pivot With Purpose Fam! Today I am thrilled to be having a conversation with Alexandra Goresh Pittampalli about her inspiring journey of a major career shift!
Alexandra is the owner of Petaloúda Salon and a master stylist. With over two decades of experience in the salon industry, Alexandra took the leap last year and accomplished her life long goal of opening her own salon, Petaloúda, which is located in the heart of Brooklline, MA Washington Square. Petaloúda has quickly become a go-to destination for city and suburban dwellers alike, with clients traveling from states away for their beloved stylists!

We are getting right into the journey of creating a successful salon, exploring everything from the initial concept to the vibrant community it fosters. Let’s get started!

Topics Covered:
(00:00:31) Alexandra on her childhood fascination with hair and how it turned into a career.
(00:02:06) The series of events that led Alexandra to start her own salon.
(00:12:05) Creating a healthy work environment and maintaining balance as an entrepreneur.
(00:16:39) How Alexandra knew she had found the perfect location for her salon and the importance of aligning with your vision.
(00:23:54) The power of manifestation combined with actionable steps to achieve your goals.
(00:25:06) The most surprising aspect of running a business.
(00:40:14) Avoiding burnout and bridging gaps.
(00:49:33) Being genuine both personally and professionally.
(00:54:58) Future goals and Exciting projects for expanding Petaloúda.
(01:01:48) Alexandra’s go-to relaxation methods.

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Welcome to the Pivot With Purpose Podcast, where we delve into the art of career transitions and finding your professional footing. I’m your host Meghan Houle and today I am so excited to welcome Jessy Klein Fofana! Jessy launched, built and sold her first company before turning thirty. In 2008, after directing breakout PR and marketing initiatives for some of the most recognized brands in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, Jessy founded LaRue, an agency trailblazing a new kind of PR strategy that leverages both the power of earned media while maximizing performance-driven commerce PR opportunities. With a model in mind that included full service Media Relations, Commerce Content and Affiliate Marketing, Jessy has assembled a dynamic team of experts that work cross-functionally and move as quickly as the ever-changing media landscape, making LaRue an industry standout!

I’m so excited to dive into Jessy's journey and her innovative approach to PR and affiliate marketing, and the importance of adapting in an ever-changing industry!

Topics Covered:
(00:33) The evolution of LaRue PR, shifting from full-service PR to including affiliate marketing.
(06:23) Common misconceptions in PR and wisdom on navigating challenges in the field.
(15:08) How affiliate marketing has become a crucial component of LaRue PR’s strategy and its role in modern PR.
(25:10) The unpredictability of PR and the challenges of delivering difficult news to clients.
(27:57) Jessy shares how her leadership style has changed over the years, relying on her team to manage day-to-day operations while she focuses on business development.
(31:10) Maintaining a work-life balance.
(35:52) Advice for women looking to start their own PR firms.

Jessy's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and staying true to your values.  Tune in for valuable insights and strategies that can help you pivot with purpose in your own career!

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Welcome back to Pivot With Purpose! In this episode I am joined by Sam Pantazopoulos, the CEO and Co-Founder of Vizer! Vizer is the premier retail marketing intelligence platform revolutionizing how consumer brands drive online shoppers in-store. Sam is a trailblazer in the retail marketing space, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table as an accomplished speaker, writer, and advisor. Her company, Vizer, is transforming the retail marketing landscape with its cutting-edge platform that bridges the gap between online and offline shopping experiences (It’s essentially bringing Google Analytics in-store!)

I am so excited to talk with Sam about the unique challenges and strategies for driving in-store sales through an effective online presence and her journey from being a college entrepreneur to an innovator in the retail marketing space!

Topics Covered:
(03:24) The birth of Vizer: How a college idea evolved into a platform for retail marketing.
(06:19) Sam’s decision to dive into entrepreneurship right after college and the early challenges.
(09:22) The pivotal moment when COVID-19 forced Vizer to pivot and focus on retail, leading to their current success.
(13:00) Lessons in leadership and the importance of not fighting “invisible enemies.”
(26:09) An omnipresent online footprint and how it supports retail sales.
(29:36) The power of influencer marketing in driving in-store promotions and how Viser supports brands with effective distribution strategies.
(35:11) The impact of social entrepreneurship on business growth and the importance of using resources for the greater good.
(39:26) Embracing change and learning to let go of old habits to foster growth.

Sam’s journey is a testament to the power of pivoting and perseverance. Don’t miss out on hearing how Vizer is paving the way for a new era in retail marketing!

Connect with Sam!

Link up with Sam on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scpantazopoulos/
Check out her company Vizer: https://www.joinvizer.com/

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Ranked at the top of the charts, Tripleten’s programs in Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Business Intelligence Analytics, and Data Science are the ultimate launchpad for your career transformation. Learn more about TripleTen: https://tripleten.com/