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Talent Development Hot Seat podcast Andy Storch
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The Talent Development Hot Seat podcast is a show dedicated to helping you develop the most important part of your organization – the people! Each week, Andy shares interviews with Talent Development professionals, thought leaders, and experts to share best practices, learn about the latest trends and find out what has been successful in the world of talent development. This podcast and community are designed to enable you to be successful in the world of Talent Development. If you work in Learning and Development (L&D) this is the podcast for you
Be sure to check out our website and join our membership community to learn more and connect with other exceptional talent development professionals.
https://tdtt.us/
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Bonus Q&A with Kat Kibben
In this bonus Q&A with Kat, they share:
Their proudest moment and biggest failure in their career so farA trend that they are following in Talent Development right nowThe biggest challenge they see in Talent Development todayBooks that have made a big impact in their lifeOne piece of career advice they have for you
Kat Kibben is an award-winning writer and renowned keynote speaker known for helping hiring teams write inclusive, unbiased job postings that help them hire the right person faster.
Before founding Three Ears Media, Kat was a CMO, Technical Copywriter, and Managing Editor for leading companies like Monster.com, Care.com, and Randstad Worldwide. Today, they are a featured HR and recruiting expert, working with globally-known organizations like Zoom, Instacart, Zillow and more.
Kat travels the country in their RV while dividing time between North Carolina, Colorado, and the dogs behind the name Three Ears Media.
Connect with Andy Storch:
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Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!
Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference
Connect with Kat Kibben:
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Personal Website
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Navigating Job Postings: Bias, Inclusivity, and Beyond with Kat Kibben
In this episode, Andy Storch and Kat Kibben dive deep into the evolving roles within organizations and the imperative to develop new skills for the future. Kat Kibben, an award-winning writer, speaker, and HR/recruiting expert known for their work on inclusive job postings and pronouns, explores their extensive research on job postings, addressing biases, and creating more inclusive hiring practices.
Kat shares:
Their remarkable journey from leaving a corporate job to becoming a specialized copywriter in job postings, driven by their conviction to bridge the communication gap in workplacesCommon pitfalls in recruitment, such as overly lengthy ads and buzzwords that lack contextThe impact of AI technology on recruiting, emphasizing the need for experience-based hiring over skills-based hiring to better match candidates with rolesUnique challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals in the workplace, with Kat offering insights drawn from their own life, including their experiences as a trans, non-binary, and gay entrepreneur.The importance of making everyone feel safe and understood, even if we don't fully comprehend their experiences
Join us as we navigate the complex yet rewarding landscape of inclusive hiring and talent development.
Kat Kibben is an award-winning writer and renowned keynote speaker known for helping hiring teams write inclusive, unbiased job postings that help them hire the right person faster.
Before founding Three Ears Media, Kat was a CMO, Technical Copywriter, and Managing Editor for leading companies like Monster.com, Care.com, and Randstad Worldwide. Today, they are a featured HR and recruiting expert, working with globally-known organizations like Zoom, Instacart, Zillow and more.
Kat travels the country in their RV while dividing time between North Carolina, Colorado, and the dogs behind the name Three Ears Media.
Connect with Andy Storch:
Website
LinkedIn
Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!
Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference
Connect with Kat Kibben:
LinkedIn
Personal Website
Three Ears Media -
Bonus Q&A with Ben Bergon
In this bonus Q&A with ben, he shares:
His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so farA trend that he is following in Talent Development right nowThe biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development todayBooks that have made a big impact on his lifeOne piece of career advice he has for you
Ben Bergon (he/him) is deeply passionate about helping others. He is currently a Sr. Manager of Learning & Development at Chobani, where he focuses on providing challenging and fulfilling career journeys through an employee driven, robust career growth and development framework. He spent the first chapter of his own career as a Certified Public Accountant working at KPMG and then at Chobani helping them prepare for an Initial Public Offering. His transition into Learning & Development was a product of his relentless pursuit of passion and purpose. He also leads the LGBTQ+ & Allies Employee Resource Group at Chobani and strives to continue to establish Chobani as one of the best places to work for LGBTQ+ employees.
Ben is also the Chairmen of the Board of Compassion Animal Project, a nationwide 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides financial assistance for life-saving treatments for pets and helps keep families together. When he's not working Ben can either be found on a hike at a national park, a concert somewhere in NYC, in the kitchen cooking for family and friends, or playing fetch with his 'dog-like' kitten Grover.
Connect with Andy Storch:
Website
LinkedIn
Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!
Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference
Connect with Ben Bergon:
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Empowering Career Transitions: Ben Bergon's Career Shift and Leadership Insights at Chobani
Ben Bergon and Andy Storch dive deep into an extraordinary career transition story. Ben shares his journey from accounting to human resources and learning and development at Chobani, emphasizing the importance of advocating for oneself, building trust with leaders, and creating a supportive environment.
We explore Chobani's innovative approach to career mobility, fostering an inclusive workplace, and leadership development.
You will hear:
How Chobani's culture and leadership programs support employee growthThe unique role of Employee Resource Groups in enhancing workplace belongingValuable insights on leading with curiosity, empathy, and creating fulfilling career journeys
Ben Bergon (he/him) is deeply passionate about helping others. He is currently a Sr. Manager of Learning & Development at Chobani, where he focuses on providing challenging and fulfilling career journeys through an employee driven, robust career growth and development framework. He spent the first chapter of his own career as a Certified Public Accountant working at KPMG and then at Chobani helping them prepare for an Initial Public Offering. His transition into Learning & Development was a product of his relentless pursuit of passion and purpose. He also leads the LGBTQ+ & Allies Employee Resource Group at Chobani and strives to continue to establish Chobani as one of the best places to work for LGBTQ+ employees.
Ben is also the Chairmen of the Board of Compassion Animal Project, a nationwide 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides financial assistance for life-saving treatments for pets and helps keep families together. When he's not working Ben can either be found on a hike at a national park, a concert somewhere in NYC, in the kitchen cooking for family and friends, or playing fetch with his 'dog-like' kitten Grover.
Connect with Andy Storch:
Website
LinkedIn
Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!
Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference
Connect with Ben Bergon:
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Bonus Q&A with Mitchell Kenyon Davis
In this bonus Q&A with Mitchell, he shares:
His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so farA trend that he is following in Talent Development right nowThe biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development todayBooks that have made a big impact on his lifeOne piece of career advice he has for you
Mitchell Kenyon Davis, M.S. & M.A. is a culture transformation and DEI executive coach & strategic partner. He leads global culture & DEI programs in house at Autodesk and consults with other organizations in the tech, finance, automotive, hospitality and public sectors.
His master's degrees focused on International Development & Healthcare, and Emotional Intelligence, Coaching & Leadership Development. He's a certified coach by the International Coaching Federation with over 400 hours of executive coaching experience. He's also certified in the Intercultural Development Index, design thinking, Prosci Change Management, Birkman Coaching, Harvard Management and Mentorship, Situational Leadership, and Speaking with Impact.
With 11 years additional experience leading international teams in sales, corporate social responsibility, and entrepreneurial operations, he brings unique business insights to the work he does now. He lives between Barcelona and Berlin and has nationalities from the United States and Spain, although he likes to call himself a citizen of the world. Mitchell is a proud gay man and leverages his own personal journey to empathetically build bridges across differences. His passion and talent for breaking down barriers to new learning opportunities creates conscious human connection.
Connect with Andy Storch:
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LinkedIn
Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!
Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference
Connect with Mitchell Kenyon Davis:
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Boosting Psychological Safety for LGBTQ Individuals in the Workplace with Mitchell Kenyon Davis
In this episode, Mitchell shares powerful insights on fostering psychological safety for LGBTQ individuals within organizations, advocating for universal benefits that support the entire LGBTQ community, and the vital role of empathy in DEI efforts. We'll explore Mitchell's personal journey, from growing up in a conservative town in Missouri to becoming a leading DEI voice, and how living authentically in Barcelona has shaped his perspective on equity and inclusion.
Join us as Mitchell discusses:
The current state of DEIThe importance of a global approach to diversity Challenges of integrating DEI into talent development. The impact of leadership ego on organizational changeThe concept of confident humilityThe significance of creating inclusive learning programs.
Mitchell Kenyon Davis, M.S. & M.A. is a culture transformation and DEI executive coach & strategic partner. He leads global culture & DEI programs in house at Autodesk and consults with other organizations in the tech, finance, automotive, hospitality and public sectors.
His master's degrees focused on International Development & Healthcare, and Emotional Intelligence, Coaching & Leadership Development. He's a certified coach by the International Coaching Federation with over 400 hours of executive coaching experience. He's also certified in the Intercultural Development Index, design thinking, Prosci Change Management, Birkman Coaching, Harvard Management and Mentorship, Situational Leadership, and Speaking with Impact.
With 11 years additional experience leading international teams in sales, corporate social responsibility, and entrepreneurial operations, he brings unique business insights to the work he does now. He lives between Barcelona and Berlin and has nationalities from the United States and Spain, although he likes to call himself a citizen of the world. Mitchell is a proud gay man and leverages his own personal journey to empathetically build bridges across differences. His passion and talent for breaking down barriers to new learning opportunities creates conscious human connection.
Connect with Andy Storch:
Website
LinkedIn
Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!
Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference
Connect with Mitchell Kenyon Davis:
LinkedIn