One Size Fits None

Brian Distelburger
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Welcome to 'One Size Fits None,' where we ditch the generic HR advice and dive deep into real-world people strategies. I'm Brian Distelburger, and I've learned more from other operators in the trenches than any HR handbook. On this channel, we'll hear from HR leaders at fast-growing companies who are figuring it out as they go. We'll cover everything from building culture and compensation strategies to talent acquisition, employee engagement, and scaling people operations. Join us for honest conversations and actionable insights to help you build world-class people practices.

Episodes

  1. Jonathan Cherins, CEO of Vector Solutions

    09/21/2025

    Jonathan Cherins, CEO of Vector Solutions

    In this conversation, Brian Distelburger and Jonathan Cherins discuss various aspects of leadership and management, focusing on the ABC framework, communication strategies, goal setting, feedback mechanisms, the adoption of AI, and the importance of talent management. They emphasize the need for effective communication in hybrid work environments and the significance of building a strong network for career growth. The discussion also touches on the future of management in the context of technological advancements and the enduring value of human capital.

    38 min
  2. Scaling a $20B+ Company: How Checkout.com’s COO, Jenny Hadlow leads her team

    09/19/2025

    Scaling a $20B+ Company: How Checkout.com’s COO, Jenny Hadlow leads her team

    What does it take to run operations at one of the world’s largest fintech startups? Jenny Hadlow, COO of Checkout.com, leads a 300-person team across 16 offices, handling everything from revenue ops to risk management. In this episode of One Size Fits None, Jenny shares her unconventional journey—from taking an untitled role at Yext straight out of college to leading a multi-billion-dollar global company. 🚀 Hot Takes & Key Insights: 🔥 Meetings are life: Jenny runs weekly leads meetings, monthly people manager meetings, and department-wide all-hands to keep a massive team aligned. 🔥 AI is a savior, not a threat: AI is transforming Checkout.com’s operations, slashing manual work (like compliance reviews) from 90 minutes to 15. 🔥 From RevOps to COO: Jenny's non-linear career path proves that wearing multiple hats beats following a rigid corporate ladder. 🔥 Why in-office matters: As AI makes teams more efficient, office culture will be crucial for balancing workloads and ensuring productivity. 📢 Subscribe for more insights from top executives! #Fintech #Leadership #AIinBusiness #StartupGrowth #OneSizeFitsNone #ManagementTips #Checkoutdotcom

    34 min
  3. Avi Goren, Founder & CEO of Marqii

    09/18/2025

    Avi Goren, Founder & CEO of Marqii

    In this episode of One Size Fits None, I chat with Avi Goren, CEO & Co-Founder of Marqii, to dive into the real challenges of leadership, scaling a company, and navigating the ever-changing hospitality industry. From his early days working at a pizza shop to roles at Yelp and Yext, Avi’s journey led him to build Marqii, now helping over 12,000 businesses manage their digital presence. With $20M raised and a team that has grown from 10 to over 50 employees, Avi shares the tough lessons he’s learned as a first-time founder—from setting the right goals and aligning teams to delivering feedback and refining his leadership style. He also offers a unique perspective on the rise of Gen Z managers and how their approach could reshape workplace culture. Whether you’re a startup founder, team leader, or just fascinated by how great companies are built, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and practical takeaways.

    27 min
  4. Liz Walton Egan, CMO. Ex Lattice, Yext now Chainguard

    09/17/2025

    Liz Walton Egan, CMO. Ex Lattice, Yext now Chainguard

    Liz has grown and led every marketing function for two different billion dollar tech companies. She's now doing it a third time at Chainguard. Hear how she thinks about people management and running her team at one of the fastest growing companies out there.

    25 min
  5. Justin Etkin, COO of Tropic

    01/01/1970

    Justin Etkin, COO of Tropic

    One Size Fits None

    32 min
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Welcome to 'One Size Fits None,' where we ditch the generic HR advice and dive deep into real-world people strategies. I'm Brian Distelburger, and I've learned more from other operators in the trenches than any HR handbook. On this channel, we'll hear from HR leaders at fast-growing companies who are figuring it out as they go. We'll cover everything from building culture and compensation strategies to talent acquisition, employee engagement, and scaling people operations. Join us for honest conversations and actionable insights to help you build world-class people practices.

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