Parent. Boss. Leader‪.‬ Laura Munson

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Southwest Airlines' Managing Director of Talent Acquisition, Greg Muccio, to discuss his career journey, leadership experiences, and the power of hope. Greg shares his passion for helping others find direction and success, and the impact of building confidence in job seekers. Listen as Greg offers invaluable advice for those looking to transition into leadership roles and tips for acing job interviews. Gain insights into the importance of genuine connections, asking thoughtful questions, and aligning opportunities with your values. Don't miss this chance to hear from a seasoned talent acquisition leader and learn how to make a difference in your career and the lives of others!

Episode Highlights:

• Saying yes to opportunities and figuring it out later

• The balance of giving up good things to achieve great things

• Realizing the importance of personal connections and applying it to future roles

• The hopelessness of being laid off and the hope that Greg’s story can give to others

• Silence is acceptable during interviews; be succinct and confident in your answers

• A good interview can compensate for a mediocre resume, so focus on engagement and communication

• And so much more!



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PBL is back with a very exciting guest: Alexis Rymarz, HR Leader, New Businesses & Emerging Tech, Walmart. Alexis (who also goes by Alex) has the important distinction of being not just a great HR leader, but the proud parent of three boys. He shares his experience working at some of the most recognizable companies out there and how, no matter where you work, a truly collaborative culture of support is key to everyone’s success.

Episode Highlights:


Alexis's background and upbringing in Paris
Lessons from working for massive corporations
The collaborative nature of Walmart's culture
What Alexis loves about being a father
The delicate balance of being a great father and a productive HR leader
Lessons in leadership learned directly from fatherhood
And so much more!

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Welcome back to SEASON 2 of PBL! We're kicking things off with Alex Mozota, Senior Manager of Talent Operations for Maxar Technologies and the Co-Founder of Drink for Pink, a nonprofit that partners with local breweries to fight breast cancer. It’s always great to sit down with a fellow leader in the staffing industry, and this episode is no exception. We talk about the path we all take to talent acquisition and how we get to touch people’s lives. It’s important work that we wouldn't trade for the world, but as Alex points out, not many people picture this industry as their dream job when they first start out—we all have our own interesting story about how we wound up in this business! You can feel the love and passion for recruiting on this episode—not to mention Alex's drive to help others through his nonprofit work—and I know you’ll come away with actionable insights, whether you’re a hiring manager or a candidate in search of what's next.

Episode Highlights:


The importance of matching a person’s personality with the perfect corporate culture
Overcoming dejection when an interview doesn’t go your way and being patient with your search
Get in touch with recruiters whenever you can! Don’t just blast your resume out and call it a day
One of a recruiter’s main jobs is to figure out what motivates a candidate (i.e., finding the candidate’s “why”)
Job seekers have nearly endless resources at their fingertips in the modern age—be sure to take advantage!
Think about your path as a job seeker—will this role challenge you and spur growth?
Tips on plotting a course towards leadership at your next role
The story behind Drink for Pink and how to successfully lead your own nonprofit
And more!

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Today on PBL, we’ve got Allison Netzer, Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer at Nimbus and the author of Think Like a Brand, Not a Bank: 5 Practical Strategies to Unlock Innovation, Connect with Customers, and Grow. Allison has fascinating ideas about the nature of work, including how important it is to find the environment you need as opposed to the role or title. We also dive into what separates modern leadership from old ways of thinking. As Allison likes to say, “There is only so much that can be achieved by looking at what has already happened. Real opportunity comes from looking ahead.” She drops several golden nuggets of wisdom throughout the episode, including how important consistency is in order to create a brand steeped in authenticity and emotional connection. Her outlook is so unique, and by the end of the episode, I think you’ll come away with some fantastic actionable insights to make your brand more compelling—and how to thrive if you’re feeling a little un-corporate yourself!

Episode Highlights:


The idea that you belong to a corporation (something that’s not yourself and an idea that’s problematic for Allison, even though she loves what she does)
A bit of wisdom from Allison’s dad: you don’t need a classroom to be a teacher
If you think about it, both leadership and brand are classrooms—both represent an exchange of information and accommodate different styles of      thinking
What inspired Allison and her co-author, Liz High, to write their celebrated book
Why does the un-corporate individual need an emotional connection to their company’s brand?
The importance of language, which often gets overlooked in favor of visuals when establishing a brand
And lots more!

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Season 1: Episode 11

PBL is back with part two of my insightful conversation with Stephanie Helfer, Head of Expert Acquisition at Paro.ai, the AI-powered finance and accounting marketplace for businesses. For today’s discussion, we delve into the topic of remote work, a seismic shift that has changed our workplaces in major ways. But is it here to stay? Stephanie shares her opinion on what the future holds for remote work as well as tips for keeping your workforce engaged and efficient in a virtual office space. And while it may be harder (but not impossible) to stay in constant contact with employees in a remote setting, the ability to spend more time with family and take care of kids makes it all worthwhile. Working remotely is truly a balancing act that requires intention and creativity, and Stephanie has great ideas on how to find balance—and success. Let’s get into it!

Episode Highlights:


Stephanie is truly a PBL in her own right with two teenagers at home!
The best work setup (remote, onsite, hybrid) will depend on a person’s unique needs.
It takes intention to keep remote employees engaged and on task.
Remote meetings feeling stale? Trying taking a walk during your next meet!
A major benefit of remote work is giving you more time to spend with kids (and getting them ready for the day).
And lots more!

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I’m so excited this week to have Phil Johnson, author and creator of the Master of Business Leadership Program, a 16-week course that helps professionals access their emotional intelligence, inspirational leadership skills, higher consciousness, freedom from ego-based fear, and more. We spend much of our time discussing that first component—as it turns out, emotional intelligence can act as a “big brother” that helps us deal with anxiety in a healthy way that leads to greater business outcomes and deeper relationships. This is especially important today in our current climate of constant stress! We also break down the importance of setting better habits, since these are the driving forces that guide our day with very little variation. Set better habits, see better outcomes! These are just a few of the great lessons I learned from Phil during our discussion. Hope you get as much out of it as I did!

Episode Highlights:


Phil’s amazing background, which includes overcoming dyslexia before it was a widely known condition
How emotions are a bigger driving force in our lives than intellect
How our 500-million-year-old brains don’t like change, which is increasing at an exponential rate, leading to unhealthy amounts of stress
Only two motivators spur us to leave our comfort zones: pain and passion
We’re only conscious about 3-5% of time—the rest of the time, we’re reliant on our habits with very little variation
And so many more wonderful insights!

Be sure to check out Phil’s podcast: Master of Business Leadership Podcast

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