Mission One: The Executive Edge

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The Mission One Podcast offers a genuine insider's look at executive hiring and advancement. Hosts Gerard Miles and Dan Hampton bring deep expertise as recruiters and interviewers to delve into the nuances of landing and succeeding in senior roles. From hiring best practices to authentic leadership stories, the podcast focuses on the details and human elements often missing from talent discussions.

Episodes

  1. From Sims to Wordle: How Jonathan Knight (NYT Games) Hires for Leadership Potential & Builds Creative Cultures That Win

    5D AGO

    From Sims to Wordle: How Jonathan Knight (NYT Games) Hires for Leadership Potential & Builds Creative Cultures That Win

    Leadership at scale demands clarity, consistency, and care. In this episode of Mission One: The Executive Edge, host Gerard Miles sits down with Jonathan Knight, Head of Games at The New York Times, to explore what it takes to lead creative teams, build high-performing cultures, and make thoughtful hiring decisions in fast-moving industries. From his early years at EA and Zynga to shaping the global success of NYT Games and Wordle, Jonathan shares practical insights on leadership communication, organisational alignment, and future-focused hiring. He explains how repeating a clear vision turns strategy into shared language, why every company needs to reframe “politics” as collaboration, and how to hire for what candidates will do, not just what they’ve done. For executives shaping teams or careers, this conversation offers a grounded guide to strategic leadership, team culture, and authentic growth inside complex organisations.

    53 min
  2. Inside the Headhunter’s Mind: How to Stand Out and Get Noticed Fast

    OCT 30

    Inside the Headhunter’s Mind: How to Stand Out and Get Noticed Fast

    Working with headhunters is one of the most misunderstood parts of the executive job search. In this episode of Mission One: The Executive Edge, hosts Dan Hampton and Gerard Miles pull back the curtain on how recruiters actually operate, what retained and contingent searches mean, how to tell them apart, and how to stand out in both. They share the unspoken rules that make a candidate memorable, from crafting a crisp introduction to building trust through clarity and follow-through. For any leader ready to navigate the hidden world of executive recruiting, this conversation offers a practical, human guide to turning connections into real opportunities.

    40 min
  3. Approach to the Job Search: Positioning, Networking, and Staying Sharp

    OCT 16

    Approach to the Job Search: Positioning, Networking, and Staying Sharp

    Approaching the executive job search takes precision from sharpening your story to activating the networks that actually move opportunities forward. Even the most seasoned leaders lose traction when their narrative is unclear or their outreach is passive. In this episode of Mission One: The Executive Edge, hosts Dan Hampton and Gerard Miles continue their three-part series with Part 2: Approach to the Job Search. They reveal how to position yourself in the market, craft a standout LinkedIn presence, and build a four-channel networking system that keeps you visible before roles even surface. Whether you’re ready for your next move or simply keeping your options open, this episode is a masterclass in showing up strategically and staying top of mind for the right opportunities.

    49 min
  4. Build Your Ecosystem: Smart Prep for Hidden Executive Roles

    OCT 2

    Build Your Ecosystem: Smart Prep for Hidden Executive Roles

    Executive job searches aren’t about chance; they’re about prep: building a target-company ecosystem, warming your network, and being clear-eyed about where your skills fit. Even seasoned leaders stumble when they skip the groundwork. In this episode of Mission One: The Executive Edge, hosts Dan Hampton and Gerard Miles kick off a three-part series with Part 1: Prep for the Job Search. They share practical strategies for mapping the market, testing culture fit, and tackling the hard truth of startup vs. scale transitions. Whether you’re exploring your next move or navigating unexpected change, this is your playbook for a smarter executive search.

    41 min
  5. C-Suite Interview Mastery: Secrets for Landing Roles & Hiring the Best Talent

    SEP 18

    C-Suite Interview Mastery: Secrets for Landing Roles & Hiring the Best Talent

    Interviewing isn’t just about surviving a few tough questions; it’s about knowing your audience, backing your story with real metrics, and asking the kind of questions that make you memorable. Even seasoned execs get rusty, and hiring managers can trip themselves up with clunky, repetitive processes. In this episode of Mission One: The Executive Edge, hosts Gerard Miles and Dan Hampton share the secrets of great interviews, from tailoring answers and framing metrics to asking the right questions and running a process that doesn’t scare candidates away. Whether you’re in the hot seat or leading the panel, this is your playbook for interviews that actually work.

    34 min
  6. From VP to CEO: The Skills, Sacrifices & Unspoken Rules Nobody Tells You

    SEP 18

    From VP to CEO: The Skills, Sacrifices & Unspoken Rules Nobody Tells You

    Getting to the C-suite isn’t just about snagging a bigger title or a corner office, it’s about shifting from tactics to strategy, leading through layers, and surviving the politics (yes, they exist). In this debut episode of Mission One: The Executive Edge, hosts Gerard Miles and Dan Hampton unpack what separates great VPs from true executives, why empathy and gravitas matter more than charisma, and the real-life trade-offs, from endless travel to leadership loneliness, that come with the top job.

    33 min
  7. Mission One: The Executive Edge - The Inside Track to C-Suite Success

    SEP 16

    Mission One: The Executive Edge - The Inside Track to C-Suite Success

    Mission One: The Executive Edge goes deep into how you can hire the best teams and secure the best jobs for yourself. Hosted by Gerard Miles and Dan Hampton, co-founders of the boutique global executive search firm, Mission One, the show reveals the insider view on how senior leadership hiring really works. With decades of combined experience, Gerard & Dan have led on some of the top searches in the world of Entertainment and Consumer. Together, they share candid stories and practical strategies that give you the inside track; your executive edge.

    1 min
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The Mission One Podcast offers a genuine insider's look at executive hiring and advancement. Hosts Gerard Miles and Dan Hampton bring deep expertise as recruiters and interviewers to delve into the nuances of landing and succeeding in senior roles. From hiring best practices to authentic leadership stories, the podcast focuses on the details and human elements often missing from talent discussions.

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  • Episodes
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