Fire Your Hiring Habits
Join Dr. John Mitchell, the president of IPC and a leading expert in organizational transformation, as he explores the journeys of extraordinary global leaders. In Fire Your Hiring Habits, you'll learn how these thought leaders have tackled the ongoing skills gap, solved workforce challenges, and driven progress in their organizations. From in-depth conversations to personal stories, you'll gain valuable insights and practical tips to help you close the skills gap and reimagine your workplace. Whether you're looking to improve employee engagement, close the diversity gap, or drive innovation, this podcast offers actionable strategies to help you succeed: Fire Your Hiring Habits with John Mitchell is a production of Forbes Books.
Episodes
May 16, 2024 • 21 mins
In the second half of their conversation, Ashley Goodall dives deeper into the central message of his new book, "The Problem with Change." He discusses what he hopes readers will take away from his contrarian view that constant workplace disruption often undermines productivity and employee well-being over the long run. Goodall also has specific advice for new managers entering cultures where change has become the unrelenting norm....
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May 9, 2024 • 22 mins
John's guest this week is Ashley Goodall, author of the provocative new book "The Problem with Change." In his book, Goodall challenges the conventional wisdom that constant workplace transformation and disruption lead to better employee performance and well-being. Drawing on decades of experience managing human resources initiatives at organizations like Cisco and Deloitte, he argues that non-stop change often does more harm than ...
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April 18, 2024 • 28 mins
In Part 2, Todd Davis digs deeper into the vital role that organizational culture plays in driving success. Drawing from his decades of experience, he shares his expert opinion on why cultivating a strong, positive culture is so critical. Davis emphasizes how an empowering environment that aligns employees towards a greater purpose can be a powerful competitive advantage. He provides real-world examples and advice for shaping workp...
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April 11, 2024 • 23 mins
In this insightful episode, John is joined by Todd Davis, a senior consultant, thought leader, and author whose pioneering work has transformed how organizations develop talent and build effective teams globally. With over 30 years of experience in HR and talent development, including 18 years as Chief People Officer at FranklinCovey, Davis brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation. He is the author of best-selling books lik...
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March 28, 2024 • 27 mins
In part two, John and Wendy's conversation shifts to changing hiring practices to build a talented and engaged workforce. Wendy shares her perspective on why it's crucial for organizations to regularly reevaluate their hiring approaches in today's rapidly evolving marketplace. She dives into the pitfalls of relying too heavily on traditional hiring metrics and credential filters that can overlook outstanding candidates. Wendy also ...
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March 21, 2024 • 20 mins
John welcomes renowned HR expert Wendy Sellers, aka "The HR Lady." Wendy is a sought-after speaker and consultant admired for her authentic, no-nonsense approach to cultivating thriving workplace cultures. Recognized as one of the most inclusive HR influencers, she brings invaluable insights on attracting top talent, effective leadership practices, and boosting employee engagement. In this candid conversation, Wendy shares personal...
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February 15, 2024 • 22 mins
Continuing their conversation on Fire Your Hiring Habits, John Mitchell and renowned DEI expert Risha Grant delve into the intricacies of understanding and aligning with the Gen Z mindset. Risha emphasizes the importance of creating a workplace that resonates with Gen Z's values and aspirations, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment. She highlights key characteristics of Gen Z, including their digital fluency, pragmatic id...
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February 8, 2024 • 23 mins
In an inspiring podcast episode, Fire Your Hiring Habits, host John Mitchell welcomes internationally renowned DEI expert and bestselling author Risha Grant. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of talent retention, exploring how organizations can embrace a Gen Z mindset and center DEI initiatives to foster a workplace culture that is inclusive, welcoming, and conducive to growth. Risha unveils strategies for attracting and ...
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January 18, 2024 • 24 mins
In the second part of this episode, John Mitchell and Miranda Zolot delve into the complexities of navigating labor laws across borders. Discover how companies can follow local laws while respecting cultural norms. The discussion extends to the evolution of compliance over time and where it's headed in the future. Stay tuned to gain valuable insights into the intersection of labor laws, cultural dynamics, and the evolving landscape...
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January 11, 2024 • 23 mins
Join John as he sits down with Miranda Zolot, the dynamic General Counsel at Oyster. With over 20 years of in-house legal experience, Miranda is a strategic business partner, hands-on manager, and a creative problem-solver. Discover Miranda's role in simplifying global hiring through a robust legal framework at Oyster. As an International Legal Design Expert and a leader in the in-house legal community, Miranda shares insights into...
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December 21, 2023 • 25 mins
In the second half of this podcast, John delves into Erica's insights on Generation Z's impact on today's workplaces. She'll shed light on why Gen Z isn't just tech-savvy but also deeply human-centric, valuing authenticity, diversity, and social responsibility. For companies seeking to foster strong human connections in a distributed workforce, Erica will share her expertise. She'll provide best practices and tips on effective comm...
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December 14, 2023 • 24 mins
Are you ready to change your hiring habits and embrace a new way of finding and keeping the best talent for your organization? If so, you won’t want to miss this episode of Fire Your Hiring Habits, where John welcomes Erica Keswin, a speaker, workplace strategist, and author of The Retention Revolution. Erica is an expert on how to create a culture of connection and belonging in the workplace, and how to use rituals to foster engag...
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November 16, 2023 • 30 mins
In the second part of their discussion, Liz shares her perspective on the role of humor in effective leadership. She explains why not taking oneself too seriously and maintaining a sense of lightheartedness can build rapport and relatability with employees. They also dive into Liz's book, Impact Players. She describes the process she went through to identify and study the impact players featured in the book. Liz gives behind-the-sc...
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November 9, 2023 • 22 mins
Join John for an inspiring conversation with leadership coach and author Liz Wiseman. Liz shares her extensive research and insights on developing talent and leadership within organizations. They discuss Liz's popular books, Multipliers and Impact Players, which reveal strategies for bringing out the intelligence and capability in people. Liz describes her work with top companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft and the leadership...
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In the second half of John’s talk with Judy Gilbert, the Chief People Officer at ŌURA, Judy dives into her approach to diversity, equity and inclusion at ŌURA. She discusses initiatives like mentorship programs, employee resource groups, and building diverse slates for open roles. Judy shares how focusing on belonging and psychological safety has been key to promoting DE&I in a meaningful way. She talks about programs that educ...
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This week, John is joined by Judy Gilbert, Chief People Officer at ŌURA, the company behind the innovative health and wellness smart ring. With decades of human resources leadership experience at cutting-edge biotech companies, Judy shares her insights on building inclusive, people-centric cultures focused on empowering employees. Judy discusses the keys to scaling global teams while staying true to core values, creating environmen...
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September 21, 2023 • 22 mins
John and Hung Lee wrap up their conversation by discussing the future of work. With skills needs changing so rapidly, what does Hung see as the key to staying competitive? Delving into upskilling and reskilling, Hung provides his unique perspective on how companies can keep their workforce skilled up. He shares innovative approaches to continuous learning that don't require huge training budgets. The episode concludes with Hung exp...
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September 14, 2023 • 23 mins
Tired of the same old hiring techniques that just aren't working? This week on Fire Your Hiring Habits, John Mitchell sits down with veteran recruiter and talent expert Hung Lee. With over 15 years of experience across agency recruiting, in-house talent acquisition, and as founder of an award-winning recruiting platform, Hung has seen it all when it comes to hiring. In this interview, Hung pulls back the curtain on outdated hiring ...
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Achieving Excellence Through Fair Wages and Opportunities: A Conversation with Zeynep Ton (Part Two)
August 17, 2023 • 18 mins
In the second part of this podcast, Zeynep Ton shares her insights and research on how to create good jobs that benefit both employees and employers. She explains why good jobs are not only morally right, but also economically smart, and how they can lead to higher productivity, customer satisfaction, and profitability. Zeynep talks about the steps leaders can take to build a culture filled with good jobs, such as investing in peop...
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Achieving Excellence Through Fair Wages and Opportunities: A Conversation with Zeynep Ton (Part One)
August 10, 2023 • 23 mins
Discover the competitive edge of good jobs. Join John Mitchell and acclaimed MIT professor Zeynep Ton, a leading authority on operations and employment models. Zeynep discusses insights from her latest book, The Case for Good Jobs, a leadership guide to choosing excellence through quality jobs. Learn how Zeynep's groundbreaking research proves the success of combining good jobs with strong operations. Gain practical, prescriptive a...
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