The POZCAST: Career & Life Journeys with Adam Posner NHP Talent Group, Adam Posner

Angelic Vendette, CEO and founder of Ave Advisory and former Global Head of Marketing at Alo Yoga, shares her journey and insights into marketing and innovation. She discusses her early entrepreneurial spirit and the lessons she learned from working in the service industry. Angelic also talks about her decision to pursue business school instead of acting and the valuable skills she gained from her first job at Deloitte. She shares her leadership style and the importance of assessing character and soft skills in interviews.

Finally, Angelic expresses her excitement for the future of innovation in retail and the potential for personalized experiences. In this conversation, Angelic Vendette discusses the importance of creating immersive branded experiences and the impact of AI on marketing. They also explore the success of Pepsi's Super Bowl activation and the factors contributing to Alo Yoga's success. The conversation touches on building a community, transitioning from employment to entrepreneurship, and the importance of exercise for mental sharpness.

Angelic emphasizes the importance of equity, inclusion, and women's rights, as well as the ethical challenges of AI and language models. The main takeaway is prioritizing family, love, and doing good in all aspects of life.

To learn more, please follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelicvendette/

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In this episode, Lan Phan, author and CEO of Community of Seven, shares her inspiring journey from being a Vietnamese refugee to becoming a successful entrepreneur and leader. Lan discusses the influence of her parents' refugee experience on her upbringing and education. She also talks about working in her family's nail and hair salon and the power of community in both gangs and professional settings.

Lan shares her transition from teaching to marketing and how she founded Community of Seven. She highlights her challenges and the importance of overcoming self-doubt and self-limiting beliefs. In this conversation, Lan Phan shares her journey of overcoming insecurity and self-doubt to find her purpose and live a meaningful life. She emphasizes the power of mindset and taking ownership of one's life. Lan discusses the four phases of change and how they can lead to personal transformation. She also highlights the importance of asking for help and building a supportive community.

Lan provides practical advice on daily habits for personal growth and emphasizes the need to take action and prioritize progress over perfection. Ultimately, Lan's North Star is her family, and she strives to be a good role model for her daughter.

For more on Lan: https://lanphan.co/

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Leah McSweeney discusses her journey from reality TV on The Real Housewives of NY to entrepreneurship, as well as her conversion to Judaism. She shares her experiences and challenges in the entertainment industry and the impact of current events on her personal and professional life. Leah also delves into the origin story of her clothing brand, Married to the Mob, and the inspiration behind it.

Leah McSweeney, founder of Married to the Mob, shares her journey of starting a successful streetwear brand and the challenges she faced along the way. She discusses the importance of learning on the fly and the power of obsessive thinking in entrepreneurship. Leah also opens up about her sobriety and the accountability she has found in her life. She talks about her involvement with Club Pillar, a dating app for people who don't drink, and her experience on OnlyFans. Leah emphasizes the importance of doing the right thing and finding purpose in life.

For more on Leah, connect with her:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-mcsweeney-85a30584/
Married to the Mob: https://mttmnyc.com/
Club Pillar: https://www.clubpillar.co/
OnlyFans: https://onlyfans.com/leahmob
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahmob/?hl=en

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Join us for a riveting conversation with Joe Schaeppi, the innovative mind behind Solsten, as we navigate the intersection of artificial intelligence, human psychology, and the transformative power of digital tools. In an era where the line between compelling content and addictive design is increasingly blurred, we dissect the responsibilities and potential of social media. With Joe's expertise in video game development for mental health and cognitive assessments, we weave through personal anecdotes, reflecting on the influence of our parents' diverse career paths and the fusion of user experience design with clinical psychology.

As you tune into our latest episode, prepare to engage with thought-provoking insights on the ethical tightrope walked by today's digital creators. We tackle the challenges of designing products that not only captivate but also promote well-being, scrutinizing the implications of gamification and the potent allure of social media metrics. This exchange with Joe Sheppi doesn't shy away from the tough questions: How do we guide the next generation to admire influencers for the right reasons? How does the architecture of digital experiences contribute to our psyche? Discover the nuances of balancing business objectives with the imperative to foster healthy user engagement.

Our dialogue transcends the technical, delving into the essence of human potential and the role it plays in wellness. We debunk myths around video games, considering their positive impact on mental health, and share a case study that brings the bio-psycho-social approach to clinical psychology to life. To cap off, we reflect on the lessons learned from scaling a company during a global pandemic. Learn how we're applying psychological insights to not only shape the future of hiring but also to nurture the biopsychosocial health of technology users around the globe. With Joe's wisdom and our shared experiences, this episode is an exploration of the profound connection between technology, human behavior, and the pursuit of a balanced, fulfilling life.

Connect with Joe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schaeppi/

Learn more: https://solsten.io/

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The Collab You Never Know You Needed: Chad & Cheese x #thePOZcast @ TransformHR 2024

LIVE from Transform HR Las Vegas 2024! 

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This is the podcast collab that you never knew you needed until now! I had the honor at Transform HR Las Vegas 2024 to walk the expo floor while interviewing the legendary Chad & Cheese! Yes, Joel Cheesman and Chad Sowash blessed me with their time on #thePOZcast! We uncover the unspoken realities of HR Tech and the podcasting world as we share our firsthand experiences and unvarnished insights from the industry's core. Get ready to laugh, nod in agreement, and maybe even shake your head as we chart a course through the dynamic landscape of high-energy industry events like Transform, where stamina meets strategy. 
Our gratitude runs deep for those who've laid the groundwork for voices like ours, enabling us to weave lasting connections within this vibrant community. We also pull back the curtain on AI in HR, breaking down the hype to reveal the true potential of AI in refining recruitment while preserving that crucial human touch.

Strap in for an episode that transcends the mic as we reveal the secret sauce behind successful podcasting and its parallels with running a business and a healthy dose of sports analogies. Celebrating seven years of podcasting, C&C shares the raw dedication it takes to leave a lasting imprint and the joy of independent collaboration. If you've ever wondered about the power of authenticity and the guts it takes to carve out your own niche, this dialogue is your playbook. We're not just talking shop; we're breaking down barriers and inviting you to join our journey of straight talk and sincerity.

Check out their show @ https://www.chadcheese.com/
I'd like to thank our main event sponsor, Matchr!

Whether you are an early-stage start-up, scale-up, or global enterprise, our experienced sourcers/recruiters work dedicated for you on a subscription-based model to deliver on your hiring plan.

Matchr combines technology, experience, and flexibility for startups, scale-ups, and corporates to quickly deliver on their hiring needs. Whether you are hiring across engineering, going to market, or G&A, Matchr has you covered.  

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LIVE from Transform HR Las Vegas 2024!

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Step into the mind of Jeremy Schiff, the AI maestro behind RecruitBot, whose entrepreneurial odyssey is as instructive as it is inspiring. Jeremy's story is not your run-of-the-mill tech tale; it's a chronicle of innovation, from the successful exit with OpenTable to revolutionizing the recruitment industry. As we converse, Jeremy unfolds the significance of targeting the right problems and how a founder's adaptability can lead to groundbreaking pivots in their business model. His approach to maintaining work-life harmony offers an authentic perspective on the deep commitment required to thrive in the startup world.

This episode takes you behind the curtain of AI's role in transforming the recruiting landscape, where Jeremy champions a problem-solving approach over a checkbox mentality. We dissect common fallacies and discuss how AI refines talent acquisition, especially in the realms of candidate sourcing and outreach. Amidst apprehensions of AI encroaching on jobs, we champion irreplaceable, uniquely human skills such as relationship-building. Ending on an empowering note, we advocate for teams to cultivate AI literacy, illuminating a path for them to leverage technology and bolster their intrinsic human qualities.

As we round off our discussion, Jeremy helps us navigate the tightrope walk of entrepreneurship, especially when generative AI is thrown into the mix. We explore the delicate art of balancing one's vision with the invaluable input of customers, the discipline of measured capital raising, and the potential of generative AI to initiate a new era in business processes. With a forward-looking view, we wrap up with reflections on the recent shifts in the recruitment arena and optimism for what 2024 holds. Jeremy extends an open invitation to connect with RecruitBot, signaling the dawn of an exciting epoch in the AI-enhanced recruiting space.

To connect with Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jschiff/
Learn More: https://www.recruitbot.com
I'd like to thank our main event sponsor, Matchr!

Whether you are an early-stage start-up, scale-up, or global enterprise, our experienced sourcers/recruiters work dedicated for you on a subscription-based model to deliver on your hiring plan.

Matchr combines technology, experience, and flexibility for startups, scale-ups, and corporates to quickly deliver on their hiring needs. Whether you are hiring across engineering, going to market, or G&A, Matchr has you covered.  

To find out how Matchr can be your flexible recruitment partner. Visit: https://matchr.io/pozcast

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