LinkedIn can be overwhelming, especially for introverts. But what if your quiet approach is actually your superpower?

In this episode, certified career coach and LinkedIn Top Voice Lissa Appiah shares how she built a personal brand that converts—without being loud, posting daily, or faking confidence.

You’ll learn how to:

Build a personal brand on LinkedIn as an introvert

Turn your side hustle into a full-time business

Grow visibility without burning out

Use content strategy that works for quiet creators

Create LinkedIn posts that attract clients and speaking gigs

Whether you're a content creator, coach, or corporate professional, this episode breaks down exactly how to grow on LinkedIn—on your terms.

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Most people think building a community is about finding a niche and hoping people show up. Jeremy Lyons knows better—he’s the man behind the RecOps community. From launching the first RecOps conference to building the widely read RecOps Roundup newsletter, Jeremy has turned a behind-the-scenes role into a movement.

In this episode, we dig into:

The four (sometimes five) pillars of Recruiting Operations—and why employer branding belongs in the mix.

How Jeremy built the RecOps community during a wave of layoffs, and why neutrality became his non-negotiable.

The moment his newsletter stopped being about him and started being for the community—and how that shift changed everything.

Why he replaced “hot takes” with “spicy takes” (and what Scoville levels have to do with recruiting).

His advice for anyone who wants to start creating content but feels overwhelmed: start small, start simple, start now.

Whether you’re a recruiting pro, a corporate content creator, or someone thinking about how to build trust through content, this conversation offers both clarity and inspiration.

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Zach Nunn, founder of Living Corporate, pulls back the curtain on what it takes to create authentic content about race and identity in the workplace. From deleting episodes with problematic guests to calling out patronizing DEI storytelling, Zach shares why most corporate diversity content misses the mark and how to create conversations that actually matter.

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Tired of recruiter content that chases likes but lacks substance? In this episode, discover how Andrew Lewis grew from 0 to 45K followers by mastering content creation that delivers real value and opens up new career opportunities. As Head of Talent at Worldly, Andrew shares how he carved out his unique voice, built personal branding that stands out, and earned the trust of his audience.

We dive into actionable strategies for recruiters and creators who want to break free from recycled talking points and create original content that builds credibility—not just engagement. Learn how Andrew curates what’s worth sharing, turns daily recruiting challenges into high-impact posts, and balances authority with vulnerability. Plus, get tips for staying consistent with your content creation while leading a busy talent acquisition function.

What you’ll learn:

- How to identify your unique lane and voice as a recruiter-creator

- Why selective curation matters for personal branding

- The difference between content that gets clicks and content that builds long-term trust

- Turning real-world recruiting challenges into high-value posts

- Practical strategies for consistent content creation in TA

- How personal branding can unlock new career opportunities in talent acquisition

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Anessa Fike has led 125+ organizations, pioneered the Fractional HR model in the U.S., and built a career by saying the things most people won’t. In this episode, she joins Rhona to break down what it really costs to speak up in HR—especially when it challenges power, calls out performative allyship, and disrupts the speaker circuit status quo.

Anessa shares how she uses her privilege intentionally, what she’s given up to stay true to her values, and why she keeps going even when the backlash hits. This one’s for every HR leader, content creator, or change-maker wondering if the risk is worth it.

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In this bonus episode, recorded live at SHRM 2025, Rhona Pierce interviews Tara Amaral, a veteran talent acquisition expert. Tara shares practical strategies for building effective recruiting functions, highlighting the importance of simple, repeatable processes, data-driven decision-making, and thoughtful change management. She discusses how organizations of all sizes can optimize hiring, leverage technology and AI wisely, and foster strategic partnerships. Tara emphasizes the enduring value of human expertise in recruitment, offering actionable advice for leaders and recruiters navigating today’s evolving talent landscape.

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When two established HR professionals decide to launch a podcast together, what could go wrong? According to Desiree Goldey and Ashley King, co-hosts of the new Talentless podcast, quite a lot – and that's exactly what made their partnership stronger. In this episode of Workfluencer, we dive deep into their journey from recording "absolutely trash" episodes to building a mission-driven show that's already generating buzz in the talent acquisition space.

 If you're considering launching a podcast (solo or with a partner), thinking about content creation as an HR professional, or simply want to understand what it takes to build authentic influence in a crowded space, this episode delivers actionable insights wrapped in refreshingly honest storytelling.

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In this bonus episode, recorded live at SHRM 2025, Rhona Pierce interviews Haggai, co-founder of Bites, a platform revolutionizing training and communication for frontline employees. Haggai explains how Bites transforms existing materials into TikTok-style microlearning videos, integrates with popular messaging apps, and achieves high engagement without users needing corporate email addresses. He discusses the unique challenges of training frontline workers, Bites’ seamless user experience, and their positive journey with SHRM Labs. Haggai also shares future plans to directly link training to business outcomes, making learning both engaging and impactful.

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Can you really master LinkedIn monetization and personal branding without quitting your 9–5? Bonnie Dilber proves it’s possible. As a recruiting manager at Zapier and a recognized LinkedIn content creation expert, Bonnie has built a thriving LinkedIn presence of over 440,000 followers—all while leading a recruiting team and managing high-value brand partnerships.

 In this episode, Bonnie reveals the exact LinkedIn content creation strategies that fueled her growth, the boundaries she sets between her personal brand and her employer, and how she evaluates brand deals and monetization opportunities. Discover how to build authentic thought leadership on LinkedIn, handle workplace reactions to your content, and create professional influence without putting your career at risk.

 If you’re ready to unlock LinkedIn monetization and elevate your personal branding while staying employed, tune in for actionable tips, honest insights, and inspiration from one of LinkedIn’s top voices.

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 Don’t miss this episode if you want to grow your LinkedIn presence, monetize your expertise, and build a powerful personal brand—all without leaving your day job.

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What happens when a trained playwright enters the corporate world? Tara Turk-Haynes, founder of Equity Activations and former VP of DEI and Talent Acquisition, reveals how theatrical storytelling techniques can revolutionize workplace content, build authentic community, and challenge power dynamics from within the system.

In this episode, Tara shares her unique framework for finding story-worthy moments in everyday workplace situations, the difference between content that gets engagement versus content that creates genuine connection, and how to balance truth-telling with strategic relationship building. Whether you're an HR professional, content creator, or workplace leader, you'll walk away with actionable strategies for using storytelling to drive meaningful change and build authentic communities around your content.

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Tara Turk-Haynes is a strategic leader and Founder of Equity Activations who specializes in embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging into daily business operations. As a first-generation college graduate and corporate worker, she crafts measurable, equity-driven strategies within talent acquisition, leadership development, and organizational culture, helping companies build sustainable, high-impact equity strategies that drive engagement, retention, and business success.

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Workfluencer, Workplace storytelling, DEI content strategy, Talent

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