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Rhona Pierce: Talent Attraction & Content Strategist & Purple Acorn
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Redefining how we talk about work. Hosted by Rhona Pierce, Workfluencer spotlights professionals using content to grow careers, build personal brands, and shape industries. From employee creators reshaping corporate culture to entrepreneurs turning side-hustles into businesses, we explore the real stories and strategies behind blending work, creativity, and influence in today’s world.

  1. 2 HR AGO

    The Cost of Speaking Out in HR with Anessa Fike

    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.   What you’ll learn:   How Fractional work gave Anessa the freedom—but not the reason—to speak up The difference between bold leadership and performative allyship What privilege looks like when it’s used, not just acknowledged How to spot fake expertise in HR and DEI spaces What it really costs to use your platform for good—and why she does it anyway RESOURCES MENTIONED: Buy Anessa’s Book: The Revolution of Work Takeover The Workfluencer Podcast Get My Newsletter Perceptible Studios – Video content that builds trust    ****🌟 CONNECT WITH ANESSA💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/anessafike/  🌐 Website: https://www.fikeandco.com/  📗 Book: https://a.co/d/6ZAsC8d     🌟 CONNECT WITH RHONA💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rhonab.bsky.social  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhonabpierce/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhonabpierce 🌐 Website: https://www.rhonapierce.com/  📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RhonaBPierce/    💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workfluencer/id1740429498 🟢 Leave a rating on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4R6bJ4JZpqOlFdYelWwsBr Workfluencer, HR leadership, fractional HR, privilege, authenticity, DEI, speaking up, business alignment, expertise, HR conferences, community, performative allyship, advocacy, allyship, authentic allyship, social justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    58 min
  2. Data-Driven Recruiting: How to Leverage Insights for Better Hiring Decisions with Tara Noonan Amaral

    4 DAYS AGO · BONUS

    Data-Driven Recruiting: How to Leverage Insights for Better Hiring Decisions with Tara Noonan Amaral

    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.   This episode was brought to you by VirgilHR, The all-in-one SaaS solution that empowers HR professionals to make smart, compliant employment decisions in real-time. HR compliance doesn’t have to be a headache.  👉🏾 Schedule a demo and see how easy it can be: https://link.rhonapierce.com/VirgilHR    **** Connect with Tara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taranamaral/  Learn more about Riviera Advisors at https://rivieraadvisors.com/ **** 💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workfluencer/id1740429498 🟢 Leave a rating on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4R6bJ4JZpqOlFdYelWwsBr   SHRM 2025, Talent Acquisition, HR, Data-Driven Recruitment, Change Management, AI in Recruitment, Intake Calls, Recruitment Strategies, Employee Engagement, Hiring Process, Recruitment Technology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    19 min

  3. 22 JUL

    How to Launch an HR Podcast, with Ashley King & Desiree Goldey

    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.   What you’ll learn:  Why they named their podcast, Talentless. Challenges faced by women in the podcasting space. Importance of education and skill-building in HR and talent acquisition. Maintaining creative control and authenticity in content creation. Overcoming societal and internal barriers for women in leadership roles. The learning curve and unexpected challenges of podcasting. Strategies for audience building and community engagement. Ethical considerations regarding podcast metrics and organic growth. Why they believe HR professionals have the power to impact the wealth gap in America. RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ Content Creation While Employed: Jessica Winder on Brand + Boundaries   ****🌟 CONNECT WITH DESIREE💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/desireegoldey/  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talentless_podcast/  🎙️ Podcast: https://www.talentlesspodcast.com/    🌟 CONNECT WITH ASHLEY💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleykingdei/  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talentless_podcast/  🎙️ Podcast: https://www.talentlesspodcast.com/    🌟 CONNECT WITH RHONA💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rhonab.bsky.social  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhonabpierce/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhonabpierce 🌐 Website: https://www.rhonapierce.com/  📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RhonaBPierce/    💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workfluencer/id1740429498 🟢 Leave a rating on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4R6bJ4JZpqOlFdYelWwsBr Workfluencer, podcast launch, HR podcasting, talent acquisition content, creative partnerships, podcast planning, women in HR, content creation strategy, ow to start a podcast with a partner, women in HR podcasting, creative control in podcasting, podcast planning mistakes, HR content creation, talent acquisition thought leadership, women lifting women in business, podcast audience building strategies, authentic podcast marketing, HR industry representation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min
  4. Transforming Frontline Worker Training: From Boring to TikTok-Style Learning with Bites Co-Founder Hagai Horovitz at SHRM 2025

    18 JUL · BONUS

    Transforming Frontline Worker Training: From Boring to TikTok-Style Learning with Bites Co-Founder Hagai Horovitz at SHRM 2025

    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.   What You’ll Learn: Why traditional L&D is hemorrhaging money How social media psychology changes retention rates The real cost of boring training (hint: it's not just turnover) What happens when you make learning addictive This episode was brought to you by VirgilHR, The all-in-one SaaS solution that empowers HR professionals to make smart, compliant employment decisions in real-time. HR compliance doesn’t have to be a headache.  👉🏾 Schedule a demo and see how easy it can be: https://link.rhonapierce.com/VirgilHR    **** Connect with Haggai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hagai-horovitz/  Learn more about Bites at https://mybites.io/ **** 💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workfluencer/id1740429498 🟢 Leave a rating on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4R6bJ4JZpqOlFdYelWwsBr   SHRM 2025, SHRM Labs, Haggai, Bites, internal communication, training, learning, frontline employees, microlearning, content creation tool, TikTok-style videos, engagement rates, communication channels,  learning management system, workforce development, training challenges, Gen Z training, millennial training,  employee training, learning experience, professional training content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    15 min

  5. 15 JUL

    LinkedIn Monetization & Personal Branding: How Bonnie Dilber Grew 440K+ Followers While Working Full-Time

    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.   What you’ll learn: How Bonnie scaled her LinkedIn following to 440,000+ while working full-time The secrets behind effective LinkedIn content creation for professionals Setting boundaries between your employer’s brand and your personal brand How to assess and select LinkedIn monetization and brand partnership opportunities Why Bonnie chose not to become a full-time creator—and what that means for you Navigating workplace conversations and pushback as your LinkedIn presence grows Building professional thought leadership and credibility on LinkedIn  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. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Subscribe to Bonnie’s Newsletter Takeover The Workfluencer Podcast Get My Newsletter Perceptible Studios – Video content that builds trust RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ Content Creation While Employed: Jessica Winder on Brand + Boundaries ****🌟 CONNECT WITH BONNIE 💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-dilber/ 🎵 TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@bonniedilber 🌐 Website: https://www.passionfroot.me/bonnie-dilber 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonniedilber/ 🌟 CONNECT WITH RHONA 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rhonab.bsky.social📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhonabpierce/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhonabpierce 🌐 Website: https://www.rhonapierce.com/ 📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RhonaBPierce/ *********** 💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workfluencer/id1740429498🟢 Leave a rating on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4R6bJ4JZpqOlFdYelWwsBr *********** LinkedIn monetization, LinkedIn personal branding, LinkedIn content creation, Workfluencer, LinkedIn growth, LinkedIn strategy, grow LinkedIn followers, LinkedIn content creation, LinkedIn while working, professional LinkedIn presence, LinkedIn personal branding, LinkedIn for professionals, LinkedIn brand partnerships, LinkedIn monetization, LinkedIn recruiting content, LinkedIn career advice, LinkedIn thought leadership, professional content creator, LinkedIn top voice, how to grow LinkedIn followers while working full time, LinkedIn content strategy for employees, LinkedIn brand deals for professionals, building LinkedIn presence without quitting job, LinkedIn growth strategy 2024, professional LinkedIn content creation tips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min

  6. 8 JUL

    How Storytelling Builds Inclusion and Community at Work with Tara Turk-Haynes

    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. What you’ll learn: How to develop a "storyteller's eye" for workplace content opportunities The framework for turning ordinary moments into community-building narratives Strategies for truth-telling without burning bridges Why targeting "the person with the least power" creates better content for everyone The difference between viral content and impactful content 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. Subscribe to The Way We Work Newsletter RESOURCES MENTIONED: Equity Activations Takeover The Workfluencer Podcast Get My Newsletter Perceptible Studios – Video content that builds trust RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ Content Creation While Employed: Jessica Winder on Brand + Boundaries **** 🌟CONNECT WITH TARA 💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ttaraturkhaynes/ 🎵 TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@ttarahaynes 🌐 Website: https://www.equityactivations.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttarahaynes/ 📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@equityactivations  🌟 CONNECT WITH RHONA 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rhonab.bsky.social  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhonabpierce/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhonabpierce🌐 Website: https://www.rhonapierce.com/ 📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RhonaBPierce/   Workfluencer, Workplace storytelling, DEI content strategy, Talent acquisition storytelling, HR content creation, Employee advocacy content, Workplace equity narratives, Corporate storytelling techniques, Authentic workplace content, HR professional development, Diversity and inclusion storytelling, Employee engagement content, Workplace culture content, Business storytelling framework, HR thought leadership   💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workfluencer/id1740429498 🟢 Leave a rating on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4R6bJ4JZpqOlFdYelWwsBr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min

  7. 3 JUL · BONUS

    How to Build Authentic Influence While Working Full-Time w/ Guest Host Tiffany Tate

    What happens when you want to build your personal brand, but your company isn’t on board? This week on the Workfluencer Podcast, Tiffany Tate flips the mic and interviews our host, Rhona Pierce, about what it really takes to grow your influence as a working professional. They dive into how to build a personal brand, protect your career, and create content that resonates without burning out. If you’ve ever wondered how to start posting, what to share, or how to navigate corporate boundaries, this is the episode for you. What you’ll learn: Why mid-career is the best time to start creating content How to find your niche (without overthinking it) The surprising story of how Rhona started ghostwriting in high school What to do if your employer doesn’t like your content Why your personal brand matters more than a company’s approval How to balance lifestyle content with professional boundaries The habits and tools Rhona uses to stay consistent without burning out The first step to becoming a Workfluencer this week Tiffany Tate is a Keynote Speaker and the Founder of Career Maven Consulting, a leadership development company that partners with companies to engage, advance, and retain mid-career professionals and emerging executives through coaching, leadership development programs and talent advisory. Subscribe to The Good Work Guide Newsletter  RESOURCES MENTIONED: Career Maven Consulting Takeover The Workfluencer Podcast Get My Newsletter Perceptible Studios – Video content that builds trust  RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ ⁠Content Creation While Employed: Jessica Winder on Brand + Boundaries⁠ ****🌟 CONNECT WITH TIFFANY  💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanywaddelltate/ 🌐 Website: https://www.tiffanywaddelltate.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanywaddelltate/    🌟 CONNECT WITH RHONA  💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhonabpierce/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhonabpierce 🌐 Website: https://www.rhonapierce.com/ 📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RhonaBPierce/   workfluencer, professional content creation, personal branding while employed, content strategy for professionals, building influence at work, mid-career content creation, workplace social media policies, employee personal branding, professional influence building, content creation for recruiters, HR professional branding, LinkedIn content strategy, authentic professional presence, career advancement through content, professional storytelling, how to create content while working full time, building personal brand without losing job, workfluencer strategies for mid-career professionals, navigating workplace boundaries with content creation, content creation systems for busy professionals, authentic professional content frameworks   💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workfluencer/id1740429498 🟢 Leave a rating on Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/4R6bJ4JZpqOlFdYelWwsBr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min

  8. 24 JUN

    How To Land Brand Deals as Corporate Influencers with Lorna Erickson & Victoria Gates

    Lorna Erickson and Victoria Gates turned their decades of interviewing expertise into a profitable content business—landing 30+ brand deals worth six figures in under two years. Here's exactly how they did it, plus the tactical steps you can take this week to land your first partnership.   In this episode, Rhona, Victoria & Lorna will discuss: How to identify profitable niches within your expertise area (even if they seem "smaller") The exact DM formula that landed them an $18,000 brand deal Why follower count matters less than you think for partnerships How to price partnerships when you have zero precedent The qualification process that helps you avoid toxic brand relationships Three tactical steps to land your first brand deal this week Lorna Erickson & Victoria Gates are hiring manager coaches with over two decades of interviewing experience, making them THE expert interviewers. They help companies and hiring teams make more accurate, equitable and confident hiring decisions one interview at a time. Their content shines a light on frustrations both candidates and hiring teams experience in the interview process, focusing on educational AND entertaining information geared towards anyone in the hiring, interviewing and business space. Their mission is to make the interviewing experience better for everyone involved.   RESOURCES MENTIONED: Check out our hiring manager self-paced training and consultation services Takeover The Workfluencer Podcast Get My Newsletter Perceptible Studios – Video content that builds trust RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ ⁠Building HR's Most Subscribed Newsletter: Authentic Content Strategy with Hebba Youssef  ****🌟 CONNECT WITH LORNA 💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lornaerickson/ 🎵 TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@expertinterviewers 🌐 Website: https://expertinterviewers.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expertinterviewers/   🌟 CONNECT WITH VICTORIA💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/vpreston/ 🎵 TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@expertinterviewers 🌐 Website: https://expertinterviewers.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expertinterviewers/   🌟 CONNECT WITH ME 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rhonab.bsky.social📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhonabpierce/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhonabpierce🌐 Website: https://www.rhonapierce.com/ 📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RhonaBPierce/   Brand partnerships, corporate influencer, workfluencer, content creator business, influencer marketing, B2B partnerships, content monetization, talent acquisition content, LinkedIn content strategy, TikTok for business, social media monetization, creator economy, partnership pricing, influencer rates, content marketing ROI, employer branding, HR content creation, professional development content, how to get brand deals   💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workfluencer/id1740429498 🟢 Leave a rating on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4R6bJ4JZpqOlFdYelWwsBr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min
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Redefining how we talk about work. Hosted by Rhona Pierce, Workfluencer spotlights professionals using content to grow careers, build personal brands, and shape industries. From employee creators reshaping corporate culture to entrepreneurs turning side-hustles into businesses, we explore the real stories and strategies behind blending work, creativity, and influence in today’s world.

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  • Creator
    Rhona Pierce: Talent Attraction & Content Strategist & Purple Acorn
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Rhona Pierce
  • Show Website
    Workfluencer