The POZCAST: Decoding Success with Adam Posner

NHP Talent Group, Adam Posner
The POZCAST: Decoding Success with Adam Posner

Career & Life Journeys: Hosted by Adam Posner, he interviews top experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders from the world of Entrepreneurship, Talent Acquisition, Personal Growth, and other world-class amazing humans to decode their success via their insights into their own career journeys and personal growth. The goal of #thePOZcast is to showcase amazing humans who share their stories to inspire you to harness your inner tenacity to drive your life and career forward. Adam Posner is the Founder and Managing Director @ NHP Talent Group- a boutique NYC-based staffing agency with expertise in marketing, media and advertising.

  1. Shira Yevin: Gritty in Pink: Gender Equality in the Music Industry

    3 DAYS AGO

    Shira Yevin: Gritty in Pink: Gender Equality in the Music Industry

    Shira Yevin, Gritty In Pink's visionary founder and CEO, is revolutionizing the music industry through her groundbreaking marketplace, INPINK. This platform empowers women and gender-expansive creators with employment opportunities, providing a space to showcase their talents, connect with employers, and, most importantly, secure fair pay. Backed by Live Nation Women and advisors like Melissa Etheridge, INPINK is a testament to her relentless pursuit of gender equality. Shira's influential work, recognized in reputable publications such as TechCrunch, Forbes, Billboard, NPR, and The New York Times, and her role as a recognized speaker at major events like SXSW underscore her position as a leading voice in the movement for inclusivity and diversity in the music industry and beyond. We have a lot to unpack, so let's get to it. Shira shares her eclectic background, journey from a performer to a businesswoman, and challenges in a male-dominated industry. The conversation delves into the importance of gender equality, creating a marketplace for women in music, and the role of AI in enhancing opportunities for female talent. Shira emphasizes the need for diversity and inclusion in teams. She discusses her vision for the future of Gritty in Pink, highlighting the significance of community and support for women in the industry. Learn More: https://www.inpink.com Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirayevin/ #thePOZcast is brought to you by our friends at Interseller, the prospecting and outreach platform for recruiters and sellers. Check out a free demo today! https://bit.ly/2Fbm/BZ Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes. Takeaways - Shira Yevin founded Gritty in Pink, a platform for women in music. - The importance of gender equality in the music industry is a core mission. - Shira's journey includes a transition from performing to entrepreneurship. - The marketplace model allows women to keep 100% of their earnings. - AI technology is being developed to assist women in pricing their services fairly. - Diversity in hiring is crucial for fostering innovation and creativity. - Community building is essential for empowering women in the industry. - Shira emphasizes the need for women to develop confidence in their skills. - Success is defined by living one's purpose and feeling fulfilled. - The challenges of capital raising for women-led startups are significant.

    38 min
  2. LIVE @ ERE: Hung Lee:  2025 Hiring Outlook: More Signal, Less Noise

    4 DAYS AGO

    LIVE @ ERE: Hung Lee: 2025 Hiring Outlook: More Signal, Less Noise

    Hung Lee: 2025 Hiring Outlook: More Signal, Less Noise LIVE from ERE Recruitment Conference 2024, Anaheim, California Hung Lee is a legend in the world of Talent, HR and Hiring. He is the Editor of the leading industry newsletter Recruiting Brainfood. He is a recruitment industry professional with over 15 years of experience as an agency recruiter, Recruitment manager, Internal Head of Talent, recruitment trainer, founder of the winning online recruiting platform WorkShape, and now Editor and Community builder at Recruiting Brainfood - the best weekly newsletter in recruitment. In this engaging conversation, Adam Posner and Hung Lee discuss the evolving landscape of recruitment, particularly in the context of AI's impact on the industry. They emphasize the importance of networking at conferences, the future role of recruiters, and the challenges faced by talent acquisition professionals. The discussion also touches on the ideal industry events and the need for a community-focused approach to foster relationships and career growth. Connect with Hung: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunglee/ Subscribe to Recruiting Brainfood: http://www.recruitingbrainfood.com/ Thanks to our friends at ERE for hosting us. Learn more: https://www.eremedia.com/ This episode of #thePOZcast LIVE from ERE 2024 in Anaheim is brought to you by Juicebox. AI Recruiting just got smarter with Juicebox, the company behind PeopleGPT! With AI Sourcing powered by Generative AI, you tell it who you're looking for in natural language. PeopleGPT* instantly creates the search and evaluates profiles, saving you hours of time and effort. Already trusted by over 500 companies and agencies—from boutique recruiting firms to Fortune 500 TA teams—PeopleGPT is revolutionizing talent acquisition. Ready to improve your sourcing skills? Use the code "POZ20" for an exclusive 20% discount. Visit Juicebox.ai Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes. Takeaways - Networking is crucial for learning and growth in recruitment. - AI will enhance efficiency but may reduce the number of recruiters needed. - Recruiters must adapt to new technologies to remain valuable. - The future of recruitment may resemble pre-internet practices. - Concerns about the perception of HR and TA in the current political climate. - Community-focused events can significantly enhance professional relationships. - Recruiters should focus on high-value roles and succession planning. - AI tools can lead to a 'bot vs. bot' scenario in recruitment. - The importance of negotiating for returns on efficiency gains from AI. - The ideal industry event should prioritize community and relationship-building.

    20 min
  3. LIVE @ ERE: Jenn Tardy: Awareness is the antidote for bias and diversity

    5 DAYS AGO

    LIVE @ ERE: Jenn Tardy: Awareness is the antidote for bias and diversity

    LIVE from ERE Recruitment Conference 2024, Anaheim, California Jenn Tardy is the CEO and Founder of Jennifer Tardy Consulting, aka Team JTC, a Maryland-based firm celebrated for its prowess in both career success coaching and diversity recruiting. As an International Speaker and Diversity Recruiting Expert, Jenn masterfully bridges the gap between job seekers and hiring professionals, facilitating career and hiring success. Her commitment to increasing diversity and retention shines through her collaborations with esteemed organizations like SHRM, Red Bull, the US Chamber of Commerce, and Harvard University. Jenn’s partnerships with LinkedIn and The Society for Diversity, recognition as a 2020 LinkedIn Top Voice, and receipt of the 2020 James W. Rouse Diversity Award all highlight her dedication to inclusive hiring and retention practices. Currently, Jenn is writing a book with Hachette Books to explore these crucial themes further. As a pioneer in diversity-focused career coaching, Jenn works intimately with hiring leaders to attract, engage, select, and retain talented candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds. Jenn also empowers job seekers to navigate hiring bias and secure job offers, simplifying their complex employment journey through effective strategies. Her unique central position in the recruitment triangle allows her to understand and address the challenges faced by all three stakeholders: job seekers, organizations, and recruiters. This insight fuels her firm, JTC, to create valuable resources like guides, e-books, workshops, AVs, and training programs that aid hiring professionals in dismantling bias in the hiring process. With over 14 years in human resources and recruiting, Jenn’s academic foundation is solid, with both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Business from Virginia Tech. She is now on a mission to universalize the concept of Lived Experience IntelligenceTM, the “it” factor behind the success of every diverse team. Her ultimate goal is to redefine diversity recruiting as simply recruiting, stripping away any stigma. In this conversation, Adam Posner and Jenn Tardy explore the complexities of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. They discuss the importance of navigating political conversations, understanding unconscious bias, and creating safe spaces for dialogue. Jennifer emphasizes the need to redefine diversity and the significance of lived experience intelligence in recruitment. They also touch on the future of DEI initiatives and Jennifer's upcoming book, 'The Equity Edge.' Connect with Jenn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifertardy/ Learn more: https://www.jennifertardy.com/ Thanks to our friends at ERE for hosting us. Learn more: https://www.eremedia.com/ This episode of #thePOZcast LIVE from ERE 2024 in Anaheim is brought to you by Juicebox. AI Recruiting just got smarter with Juicebox, the company behind PeopleGPT! With AI Sourcing powered by Generative AI, you tell it who you're looking for in natural language. PeopleGPT* instantly creates the search and evaluates profiles, saving you hours of time and effort.   Already trusted by over 500 companies and agencies—from boutique recruiting firms to Fortune 500 TA teams—PeopleGPT is revolutionizing talent acquisition.  Ready to improve your sourcing skills? Use the code "POZ20" for an exclusive 20% discount.  Visit Juicebox.ai Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes. Takeaways - It's okay to disagree with someone and still be friends. - We need to hold space for each other's different experiences. - Bias is a problem we all face, consciously or unconsciously. - Awareness is the antidote for bias in recruitment. - Diversity is not about individuals but about groups. - Effective language is crucial for discussing diversity. - Organizations must create safe spaces for difficult conversations. - Lived experience intelligence can enhance recruitment practices. - The future of DEI initiatives may depend on political changes. - Jennifer's book will address diversity and retention strategies.

    18 min
  4. LIVE @ ERE: Live from ERE: Kevin Wheeler & David Crawford: The Future of Talent Acquisition

    6 DAYS AGO

    LIVE @ ERE: Live from ERE: Kevin Wheeler & David Crawford: The Future of Talent Acquisition

    Recorded LIVE @ ERE Recruiting Conference: Anaheim, CA November 2024 Live from ERE: Kevin Wheeler & David Crawford: The Future of Talent Acquisition Kevin Wheeler: Kevin Wheeler is a futurist, writer, and human resource, talent acquisition and learning and development advisor and consultant to many Fortune 500 companies. He is the founder of Global Learning Resources, Inc. and The Future of Talent Institute. He speaks and writes frequently about the future of talent acquisition and Human Resources. He is the author of two books, the most recent “Talent Acquisition Excellence: Using Digital Capabilities and Analytics to Improve Recruitment.” He also authors a weekly newsletter on the future of talent acquisition and HR. He is a frequent speaker at events globally and is a director of the Australasian Talent Conference in Australia. In this conversation, Adam Posner interviews Kevin Wheeler, a thought leader in the recruitment industry, discussing the evolution of recruiting technology, the impact of AI on recruitment, and the importance of marketing in attracting talent. They explore the changing role of recruiters in an AI-driven world, emphasizing the need for human connection and the importance of adapting to new technologies. Kevin shares insights on the future of talent acquisition and offers advice for recruiters to stay relevant in a rapidly changing landscape. Connect with Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwheeler/ David Crawford: David A. Crawford is Vice President, Talent Acquisition across the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital enterprise. In this role, he is responsible for leading talent acquisition strategies and operations, including workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and employment branding/marketing. David brings to this role significant experience in talent acquisition strategy, talent management, and workplace diversity. Prior to joining NewYork-Presbyterian in 2015, he served as Vice President, Global Talent Acquisition at Mastercard, where he brought thought leadership to the company’s internal and external talent acquisition strategy. Previously, he worked at BlackRock as Director and Global Head of Recruiting and Diversity. From 1985 through 2008, David worked at Goldman, Sachs & Co., with increasing levels of responsibility, serving in both the Operations and Finance Divisions before holding various human capital management roles, ultimately as Vice President within Talent Acquisition. Adam Posner interviews David Crawford, Vice President of Talent Acquisition at New York Presbyterian. They discuss the intersection of hospitality and healthcare, the challenges of recruiting in a post-COVID world, and the importance of building trust within teams. Crawford shares insights from his extensive career in talent acquisition, emphasizing the need for a roadmap in recruitment processes and the significance of understanding both the market and the roles being filled. The conversation also touches on the importance of continuous learning and staying connected to industry trends. Connect with David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-crawford-talent/ Thanks to our friends at ERE for hosting us. Learn more: https://www.eremedia.com/ This episode of #thePOZcast LIVE from ERE 2024 in Anaheim is brought to you by Juicebox. AI Recruiting just got smarter with Juicebox, the company behind PeopleGPT! With AI Sourcing powered by Generative AI, you tell it who you're looking for in natural language. PeopleGPT* instantly creates the search and evaluates profiles, saving you hours of time and effort. Already trusted by over 500 companies and agencies—from boutique recruiting firms to Fortune 500 TA teams—PeopleGPT is revolutionizing talent acquisition. Ready to improve your sourcing skills? Use the code "POZ20" for an exclusive 20% discount. Visit Juicebox.ai Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes.

    33 min
  5. LIVE @ ERE: Navigating the Hiring Landscape: Insights from Cheryl Petersen & Mark Murphy

    DEC 16

    LIVE @ ERE: Navigating the Hiring Landscape: Insights from Cheryl Petersen & Mark Murphy

    VIDEO: Recorded LIVE @ ERE Recruitment Conference. Anaheim, CA November 2024 Cheryl Peterson: Cheryl Peterson is an Associate Principal based in Arup's New Jersey office, where she serves as a pivotal leader driving transformative talent resourcing strategies for the firm. Cheryl has consistently delivered impactful results, leading a geographically dispersed team of talent advisors overseeing talent acquisition, recruitment marketing, internal mobility, and strategic talent planning for future skills. Her career spans over two decades, and she has led talent acquisition and resourcing teams in the hospitality, retail, service, technology, and engineering industries. In this conversation, Cheryl Peterson, head of talent resourcing at EREP, shares her extensive experience in recruitment and candidate experience. She discusses the importance of understanding one's own career goals, the challenges of job searching, particularly in the context of ageism, and the necessity of continuous learning and upskilling. Cheryl emphasizes the need for strategic networking and the integration of business practices into recruitment strategies. She also highlights the role of technology in recruitment while maintaining a humane approach to talent access and retention. Connect with Cheryl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ckpetersen/ Mark Murphy: Mark Murphy is a New York Times bestselling author, Senior Contributor to Forbes, and Founder of Leadership IQ, a research and training firm. His books include Hiring for Attitude, Hundred Percenters, HARD Goals, Managing Narcissists, Blamers, Dramatics, and More. Mark leads one of the world’s largest databases of original leadership research, and his work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Fortune, Forbes, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Harvard Business Review, and U.S. News & World Report. He’s been a featured guest on programs including CBS News Sunday Morning, ABC’s 20/20, Fox Business News, CNN International and NPR. In this conversation, Adam Posner and Mark Murphy delve into the intricacies of hiring practices, emphasizing the importance of attitude over mere skills. They discuss the evolution of the podcast, the significance of diversity in hiring, and the challenges of identifying talent through effective interview techniques. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of the political climate on hiring practices and concludes with insights on how recruiters can leverage their human intuition in candidate evaluation. Check out Mark’s courses and consulting on Hiring For Attitude at www.leadershipiq.com Connect with Mark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markamurphy/ Thanks to our friends at ERE for hosting us. Learn more: https://www.eremedia.com/ This episode of #thePOZcast LIVE from ERE 2024 in Anaheim is brought to you by Juicebox. AI Recruiting just got smarter with Juicebox, the company behind PeopleGPT! With AI Sourcing powered by Generative AI, you tell it who you're looking for in natural language. PeopleGPT* instantly creates the search and evaluates profiles, saving you hours of time and effort. Already trusted by over 500 companies and agencies—from boutique recruiting firms to Fortune 500 TA teams—PeopleGPT is revolutionizing talent acquisition. Ready to improve your sourcing skills? Use the code "POZ20" for an exclusive 20% discount. Visit Juicebox.ai Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes.

    32 min
  6. Coach JV: Defining Success: The Pursuit of Freedom

    DEC 13

    Coach JV: Defining Success: The Pursuit of Freedom

    My guest on #thePOZCAST is John Vasquez aka Coach JV! In 2006, Coach JV woke up from an attempted suicide to a book called “The Secret.” From that day forth, the next 17 years of his life would never be the same. After his attempted suicide, JV pursued a bachelor’s degree and graduated from CBA executive banking school and soon scaled himself up to vice president at a large bank.  After years of dedication to the corporation, he went through a great spiritual awakening and started to see the system for what it was. He decided to leave the high-paid VP job and, with his business partner Cesar Jeremy Quintanilla, created a million-dollar FREEDOM company called 3T Warrior Academy. 3T Warrior Academy has helped thousands of warriors worldwide break free from the job just over the broken system and learn how to journey to freedom in mindset, health, and generational wealth building. Besides owning 7+ companies thus far, CJV is an author of two books, a top podcast host, a social media influencer of over 2M combined subscribers, and a featured powerhouse leader in multiple publications. His #1 mission in in life is creating a positive impact on someone’s life every single day. Coach JV shares his incredible journey from a near-fatal suicide attempt to becoming a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker. Coach JV discusses the importance of transformation, overcoming addiction, and the power of manifestation. He delves into financial literacy, the banking system, and the significance of investing in precious metals and cryptocurrency. The conversation emphasizes the need for authenticity, the pursuit of freedom, and strategies for building generational wealth. Check out 3twarrior.com  www.3twarrior.com  #thePOZcast is brought to you by our friends at Interseller, the prospecting and outreach platform for recruiters and sellers. Check out a free demo today! https://bit.ly/2Fbm/BZ Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes. Takeaways - Coach JV's journey from addiction to success is a testament to the power of transformation. - The importance of manifestation and the law of attraction in achieving one's goals. - Financial literacy is crucial for understanding the economic system and building wealth. - Investing in precious metals and cryptocurrency can provide financial security. - Generational wealth can be built through discipline and prioritizing investments over expenses. - Living authentically and being true to oneself can create a positive impact on others. - The current economic system is designed to benefit the 1%, and understanding this is key to financial success. - Success is defined by freedom, not just monetary gain. - Questioning societal norms and beliefs is essential for personal growth. - The journey of entrepreneurship requires resilience and a willingness to learn from failures.

    55 min
  7. LIVE @ ERE Rachel Allen: TA Lead at 7-11 & Jason Moreau: Founder at Survale HR Tech

    DEC 11

    LIVE @ ERE Rachel Allen: TA Lead at 7-11 & Jason Moreau: Founder at Survale HR Tech

    Recorded LIVE @ ERE Recruitment Conference. Anaheim, CA November 2024 Rachel: Rachel Allen is a dynamic leader in Talent Acquisition, boasting over 15 years of industry experience. Known for her strategic acumen, Rachel is adept at fostering collaboration across teams to meet and exceed organizational objectives. As the Senior Director of Talent Acquisition at 7-Eleven Inc., she guides a robust team responsible for corporate and field recruitment, ensuring talent sourcing and placement excellence. Rachel’s communication skills are unparalleled, and her knack for building strong relationships is well-known. She champions a forward-thinking approach among her recruiters, leveraging her expertise in technology to streamline recruitment processes and boost efficiency. Her innovative use of data and design thinking has led to the development of cutting-edge digital solutions, including AI and automation tools. In 2024, Rachel received a Top Women in Convenience award as a Rising Star. In 2023, Rachel’s leadership and strategic prowess earned her a spot among the top 10 talent acquisition professionals by OnCon. Her team at 7-Eleven also garnered recognition as a top 10 talent acquisition team and received the Best Use of Technology Award at the Tiara Awards from TALiNT Partners. Connect with Rachel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelallen52/ Jason: Jason W. Moreau is Survale’s CEO & Co-Founder, Moreau is Passionate about HR technology improving Candidate Experience, Quality of Hire and Employee Experience. He has over 20 years’ experience building human resource technology products starting with his first company CareerExchange, a job board. At CareerExchange, customers were asking for a way to manage resumes, and following the demand, Cytiva Software was born. Here he developed SonicRecruit, SonicOnboard and SonicPerform which were known for their great candidate and employee experience. In 2011 Cytiva was acquired by Taleo (now part of Oracle) and Moreau has carried his vision of great candidate and employee experience into Survale’s Feedback Platform. Connect with Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moreausurvale/ Learn more about Survale: https://survale.com/ Thanks to our friends at ERE for hosting us. Learn more: https://www.eremedia.com/ This episode of #thePOZcast LIVE from ERE 2024 in Anaheim is brought to you by Juicebox. AI Recruiting just got smarter with Juicebox, the company behind PeopleGPT! With AI Sourcing powered by Generative AI, you tell it who you're looking for in natural language. PeopleGPT* instantly creates the search and evaluates profiles, saving you hours of time and effort. Already trusted by over 500 companies and agencies—from boutique recruiting firms to Fortune 500 TA teams—PeopleGPT is revolutionizing talent acquisition. Ready to improve your sourcing skills? Use the code "POZ20" for an exclusive 20% discount. Visit Juicebox.ai Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes.

    35 min
  8. LIVE @ ERE: James Ellis: Employer Branding: The Art of Differentiation in Recruitment

    DEC 10

    LIVE @ ERE: James Ellis: Employer Branding: The Art of Differentiation in Recruitment

    Recorded LIVE @ ERE Recruitment Conference. Anaheim, CA November 2024 James Ellis is an authority on employer branding, focusing on companies who think they have no choice but to post and pray for talent. He is the principal of Employer Brand Labs, a bestselling author, keynote speaker, practitioner, and podcaster with a wealth of experience across multiple industries for almost a decade. In this conversation, Adam Posner and James Ellis delve into the intricacies of employer branding and discuss its significance in recruitment and talent acquisition. They explore how companies can differentiate themselves in a crowded market, the importance of credibility in recruitment, and the process of building a unique value proposition. The discussion also touches on the future of employer branding and the evolving landscape of recruitment strategies. Learn More: https://www.employerbrandlabs.com/ Connect with James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thewarfortalent/ Thanks to our friends at ERE for hosting us. Learn more: https://www.eremedia.com/ This episode of #thePOZcast LIVE from ERE 2024 in Anaheim is brought to you by Juicebox. AI Recruiting just got smarter with Juicebox, the company behind PeopleGPT! With AI Sourcing powered by Generative AI, you tell it who you're looking for in natural language. PeopleGPT* instantly creates the search and evaluates profiles, saving you hours of time and effort. Already trusted by over 500 companies and agencies—from boutique recruiting firms to Fortune 500 TA teams—PeopleGPT is revolutionizing talent acquisition. Ready to improve your sourcing skills? Use the code "POZ20" for an exclusive 20% discount. Visit Juicebox.ai Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes. Takeaways - A good recruiter acts as a therapist for candidates. - Employer branding is crucial for attracting talent. - Making informed choices about employment is essential. - Differentiation is key in a competitive job market. - Credibility in recruitment enhances effectiveness. - Understanding your unique value proposition is vital. - All parties often dislike the current hiring model. - Employer branding should focus on authenticity and differentiation. - Recruiters need to communicate their brand effectively. - The future of employer branding is about uncovering unique values.

    22 min
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Career & Life Journeys: Hosted by Adam Posner, he interviews top experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders from the world of Entrepreneurship, Talent Acquisition, Personal Growth, and other world-class amazing humans to decode their success via their insights into their own career journeys and personal growth. The goal of #thePOZcast is to showcase amazing humans who share their stories to inspire you to harness your inner tenacity to drive your life and career forward. Adam Posner is the Founder and Managing Director @ NHP Talent Group- a boutique NYC-based staffing agency with expertise in marketing, media and advertising.

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