Ghosting (noun): the practice of ending a relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication. While originally used in the dating world, job seekers are now turning this horrible practice into their own job search. Recruiters are left sitting in conference rooms after an interviewee doesn’t show up. Employers are left eyeballing empty doorways after the new hire decides to pull a no-call, no-show for their first day of work. And yes, employers have been doing this same silence act on job seekers for decades. What’s going on here? Today’s guest is John Bohannon, co-owner of Pridestaff in Arvada, CO, as we discuss how damaging ghosting really is for both the candidates and the employers – and what can be done to repair these relationships.

Believe it or not, just searching for jobs online and filling out applications is not a real job search strategy. So, what are you really doing all day? From dealing with the HR departments to tracking down hiring managers, the real work of your job search goes far beyond the job boards. My guest is career coach and Personal Touch Career Services’ staff writer, Melissa Kelley.

Our Sponsor: Personal Touch Career Services

https://personaltouchcareerservices.com/

It seems like today that manners and etiquette often get pushed aside, even in the workplace. However, these important social conventions do more than just dictate how professionals should communicate with each other. By paying attention to proper etiquette and protocol, you can show sensitivity and respect to others – and gain more respect yourself! Today’s guest is Charles MacPherson, founder of the Charles MacPherson Butler Academy in Toronto, Ontario and author of three books: “The Butler Speaks,” “The Pocket Butler,” and ‘The Pocket Butler’s Guide to Travel.”

Get in touch with Mr. MacPherson:

http://www.charlesmacpherson.com/

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You’ve seen it in every single job posting’s requirement: “Must have excellent communication skills.” In fact, it is such a cliché, the words themselves have become meaningless. So, why does HR keep using them? Even more important, what are managers seeking in their new employees? Today’s guest Ron Ben-Joseph is a public speaking and storytelling coach with Artful Speaking, where he helps executives, entrepreneurs, athletes, and performers solve their communication issues both during presentations and during their everyday life.

CareerBuilder study (2014): http://www.careerbuilder.com/share/aboutus/pressreleasesdetail.aspx?sd=4/10/2014&id=pr817&ed=12/31/2014

Inc Artical: https://www.inc.com/kevin-daum/5-tests-hiring-best-employees.html

Get in touch with Ron: artfulspeaking.com or on twitter @ronbenjoseph 

Ron's tattoo was done by Mike Austin of Tomato Tattoo in Lisle, IL.

We love tattoos! However, walking in to a shop for your first tattoo can be daunting! We speak with Tattooers Sarah Jamison of Lucky 13 in Lakewood, CO and Monica Lee of Auspicious Tattoo in Boulder, CO about what to expect and how to make sure you’re getting exactly what you want. Jasmine Giffen, piercer at Celebrity Tattoo in Lakewood, CO, is also back on the show.

Get in touch with Sarah:

Instagram: @shotajamo

Email: [email protected]

Get in touch with Monica:

Instagram: @monicamoonbunny

Email: [email protected]

Get in touch with Jasmine:

Instagram: @sadopacivist

Facebook: Piercings by Jasmine https://www.facebook.com/sadopacivist/

Modern Body Piercing has existed as a sub-culture of a sub-culture since the 1970’s, but has seen a surge in mainstream popularity since the 1990’s. Now, more popular than ever, Professional Body Piercer’s want you to know that: “Yes! It does matter where you get pierced!” And you deserve so much better than the dangerous practices of the mall. The week’s guests are Will Von Doome--Piercer, APP member and host of Real Talk: A Piercing Podcast--and Jasmine Giffen, senior piercer at Celebrity Tattoo in Denver, CO. Listen as we discuss the importance of quality jewelry, how to look at a piercer’s portfolio, and, most importantly, how to find safe piercers.   

Get in touch with Will:

All Social Media: Will Von Doome

Listen to "Real Talk" https://realtalkapiercingpodcast.com/

Get in touch with Jasmine:

Instagram: @sadopacivist

Facebook: Piercings by Jasmine https://www.facebook.com/sadopacivist/

Failure: an inevitable fact of life. But is it actually the backbone of real success? My guest Jordan George, speaker, HR and Talent Development Leader and a successful screw-up will talk about how failure is the essential element to our real personal development.

Contact Jordan George:

http://askjordangeorge.com/

Twitter: @AskJordanGeorge

Picture: "Dragon and Waves" by Utagawa Kuniyoshi (Not Donna's actual tattoo)

With the current record-breaking low unemployment, companies are fighting to attract and retain top talent. One of the best tools is to develop a good company culture. But what does that really mean? While both employers and job seekers want a “great fit,” few organizations can define their culture, much less consciously develop one that will draw and keep the best employees. Our guest today is Kathleen Quinn Votaw, CEO of TalenTrust and author of “Solve the People Puzzle.”

For most of the USA, the unemployment rate is hovering between 2.5% to 4%. However, for people struggling with such difficulties as addiction recovery, domestic violence, and homelessness, the unemployment rates soar to 10-15% or more. For employers, this means that there is a great untapped resource for talent – if some reasonable accommodations can be made to create a trauma-informed workplace.

Rustin Tonn, Regional Manager at Newgistics, Inc. and Dan Weinstein, Vice President at Aon and Founder of Colorado Leadership Cares share ideas on how to make a more inclusive workplace, as well as offering ideas on how people can overcome these barriers to employment.

Contacts: 

Dan Weinstein

m 720.291.1435

[email protected]

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

Twitter: @DanWeinstein_CO

Colorado Leadership Cares Website: www.CLCares.org

Rustin Tonn

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rustin-tonn-phr-phrca-shrm-cp-02794816/

Twitter: @rustintonn

If you’ve seen “The Devil Wears Prada,” you may have one vision of what it means to be the personal assistant to a celebrity. But what is the reality like? My guest, Bonnie Low-Kramen, worked with Oscar winning actress Olympia Dukakis for 25 years. She will pull back the curtain and tell us the reality of serving the Hollywood Elites and the world’s rich and famous. Most importantly, her new mission to educate and empower Personal Assistants and Executive Assistants around the globe.

Bonnie Low-Kramen is the President Ultimate Assistant Training & Consulting and author of “Be the Ultimate Assistant.” Her website, podcast, & blog: www.betheultimateassistant.com is named in “Top 7 Conferences to Attend in 2019” and “Top 5 Websites for Assistants” by Business Management Daily.

www.betheultimateassistant.com 

www.linkedin.com/Bonnielowkramen/  

[email protected]