Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for AFLAC, Jeri Hawthorne, joins us to share her incredible journey from Southeast Ohio to Georgia and beyond. Jeri opens up about the serendipitous twists and turns that took her from studying in West Virginia and England to enriching experiences in Denmark with Nova Nordisk. Her passion for cross-cultural training and international HR is infectious, and her stories reveal how embracing the unexpected can lead to a fulfilling career pat...

Dr. Julie Cooper, president of Trauma-Free World, joins us for a transformative conversation that promises to reshape how you view leadership and organizational success. Dr. Cooper's unique trajectory from biochemistry to trauma-informed care offers a profound understanding of how trauma influences behaviors and emotions. She shares personal anecdotes from her journey in child welfare and fostering, illustrating how trauma-based leadership can equip individuals and leaders with the tools to n...

Step into the world of leadership and personal development with Ellen Taaffe, celebrated author and clinical professor at the Kellogg School of Management. Ellen pulls back the curtain on her journey from sales at Quaker Oats to her influential roles at PepsiCo and Whirlpool, sharing the wisdom she’s gathered along the way. Her latest book, "The Mirrored Door," serves as a guide for women seeking to shatter career barriers and embrace their full potential. Ellen's insights into brand strategy...

How do you cultivate leadership that lasts? Join us as Nathan Tanner, an executive coach with a rich career spanning Lehman Brothers, LinkedIn, and DoorDash, reveals his secrets to becoming "The Unconquerable Leader." You'll learn about the vital dynamics between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation and walk away with practical strategies to keep your drive intact for the long haul. Nathan also shares his journey, from his roots in Anaheim, California, to his passion for triathlons, blending pe...

Can mastering job interviews really be the key to unlocking your dream career? Join us on Career Club Live as we welcome Sam Owens, founder of Sam's Career Talk and the current CMO of Freezing Point, the makers of Frazzle. Sam takes us through his remarkable career journey from ConAgra Foods to White Wave Foods and Danone, and onto smaller companies like Cali'flour Foods. Along the way, Sam shares invaluable lessons learned, shedding light on the strategic decisions that shaped his path. We a...

How do you conquer the corporate world while staying true to your emotional and empathetic self? Visionary leader Wagner Denuzzo, who transitioned from social work in Brazil to influential roles in major U.S. companies like IBM and Prudential Financial, shares his remarkable journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. Discover how Wagner's personal evolution shaped his unique approach to leadership development and emotional intelligence, and gain invaluable insights from his latest bo...

What if your career path didn't have to be linear to be successful? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Tracy Layney, EVP and Chief HR Officer at Levi Strauss Company. Tracy shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings in Houston, Texas, to becoming a prominent advocate for mental health and employee well-being. Learn how her personal experiences, like the emotional milestone of sending her son off to college, shape her professional perspective on fostering empathetic workpla...

When life throws you curveballs, how do you find the strength to keep going? Meet Luis Velasquez, who transformed his journey from a small village in Guatemala to an executive coach in the U.S., despite facing a brain tumor and the loss of a spouse. His story isn't just about survival—it's about thriving through resilience and understanding the power of personal storytelling. You’ll hear how Luis’s background in science and leadership education shaped his approach to coaching, making his insi...

Ever wondered how leadership and employee engagement can transform a company's culture and success? Tune in to Career Club Live, where we sit down with Cheryl Kish, a seasoned executive with over twenty years of experience in leadership and change management. Cheryl’s remarkable journey from the hospitality industry to her pivotal role at Hooters Restaurants offers invaluable insights into effective leadership strategies. With certifications in neuroscience and ROI coaching, she shares her ho...

Gena Smith, CHRO at LVMH North America, shares her extraordinary journey from Texas to Greece and eventually to the vibrant corporate world of New York. Learn how Gena’s international exposure and unique educational path shaped her career, offering invaluable lessons on adaptability and seizing opportunities. Listen in as she recounts her transition from executive recruitment to a pivotal leadership role at LVMH, emphasizing the transformative power of diverse experiences in shaping a success...

Unlock the secrets of career growth and personal branding with Jenny Fernandez, a distinguished leadership and organizational coach, and professor at Columbia University and NYU. Hear her inspiring journey from her roots in the Dominican Republic to her impactful roles in consulting and brand management at global giants like Accenture and Kraft Foods. This episode promises to reveal how Jenny managed the Oreo brand across Asia Pacific, including China and India, and the invaluable lessons she...

Discover the secrets of transforming talent acquisition with Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club and Bill Fanning, CEO of TALK (Talent Acquisition Leadership Keynotes). Journey from his roots in Beverly, Massachusetts, through his military service, to leading the world’s largest talent acquisition community. Bill shares insights on balancing career and family, and the impact of AI in recruitment. Learn how companies use multi-channel approaches, including TikTok and Instagram, to attract to...

Unlock the secrets behind Genpact’s remarkable transformation with host, Bob Goodwin, and guest, Piyush Mehta, the CHRO of Genpact, as he recounts the company's journey from General Electric’s back-office entity to a global leader in business process management. This episode sheds light on Genpact’s strategic evolution, focusing on their shift from process expertise to delivering comprehensive outcomes and services for Fortune 500 clients. Piyush reveals innovative approaches in talent acquis...

Ever wondered why career loyalty seems to be a thing of the past? Join us as we sit down with Aki Ito, chief correspondent at Business Insider, to unpack this complex issue. Aki takes us on a journey through her unique upbringing in Tokyo and New York, her education at Middlebury College, and her impressive career that includes impactful reporting on workplace trends. You'll hear firsthand about Aki's groundbreaking stories on "quiet quitting" and the end of hustle culture, which have garnere...

In this episode of Career Club Live, host Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, welcomes Alberta Johnson, founder and CEO of People Experts LLC. Alberta brings over 20 years of executive management experience in human resources, diversity, equity, inclusion, and employee engagement. She shares her journey from working with civil rights organizations in Chicago to leading HR and DEI initiatives in various sectors. Alberta emphasizes the importance of embedding DEI into company culture and the...

Join us in this engaging episode as Dave Burwick, CEO of The Boston Beer Company, dives deep into the role of resilience in steering a leading beverage company. With insightful commentary from Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, this conversation explores how resilience influences business strategies and leadership. Dave shares captivating stories from managing iconic brands such as Sam Adams and the innovative Truly line, highlighting how adaptive leadership and strategic thinking ha...

Unlocking LinkedIn's Secrets: A Deep Dive with Richard van der Blom In this enlightening episode of the Career Club Podcast, host Bob Goodwin welcomes Richard van der Blom, the renowned LinkedIn algorithm guru, for a conversation that promises to transform your LinkedIn strategy. Whether you're actively job hunting or seeking to elevate your professional brand, Richard demystifies the often perplexing world of LinkedIn's algorithm, offering actionable insights and data-driven...

Part 1 of 2 In this episode of Career Club Live, Bob Goodwin interviews Emmy Award-winning journalist Hilke Schellmann about her new book "The Algorithm" and how AI is transforming hiring and the workplace. They discuss how AI is used in applicant tracking systems, resume screening, and video interviews, as well as the potential for bias. Hilke also shares insights into how companies are using AI to monitor employees and what regulations may be needed to ensure fairness and transparency....

Part 2 of 2 In this episode of Career Club Live, Bob Goodwin interviews Emmy Award-winning journalist Hilke Schellmann about her new book "The Algorithm" and how AI is transforming hiring and the workplace. They discuss how AI is used in applicant tracking systems, resume screening, and video interviews, as well as the potential for bias. Hilke also shares insights into how companies are using AI to monitor employees and what regulations may be needed to ensure fairness and transparency....

Discover the fascinating world of SHRM's impact on global workforces as we're joined by Achal Kanna, the transformative CEO steering SHRM's course across India, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and North Africa. Achal's expertise sheds light on the art of creating synergy between academia and industry, and the essential role of purpose-driven work in fostering deep engagement from aspiring students to seasoned boardroom veterans. As your host, Bob Goodwin, I'll share my own odyssey through the...

Are you ready to delve into the fascinating realm of the future workplace? Buckle up and join us as we explore this topic with our guest, the ever-insightful Dr. Christian Schmeichel, Senior Vice President and Chief of Future Work at SAP. Christian's unique career journey, from financial services to SAP, is a testament to the power of curiosity and adaptability - two crucial traits for navigating the evolving work landscape. He shares his vision for the future of work, emphasizing the...

Discover the power of self-worth and master the intricate dance of salary negotiation with KL, an HR powerhouse with an impressive track record at BMW and Cody, as she joins me, Bob Goodwin, to unveil her latest venture, The Salary Bump. Imagine a world where you comfortably articulate your value and confidently navigate compensation talks, armed with KL's battle-tested strategies and a wealth of knowledge gleaned from her global corporate success. From her Canadian origins selling cars to...

Embark on an engaging voyage through the seas of professional development with Pete Tram, a seasoned navigator in the realm of mentorship and career growth. As you tune into our latest conversation, you're guaranteed to chart a course toward success, guided by Pete's insights from his journey with Lockheed Martin to the helm of Latitude. This episode promises a treasure trove of strategies for steering your career path, pinpointing your personal advisors, and assembling a board of directors...

Dive into a compelling discussion with Andrea Herron, MA, PHR, SHRM-CP, Head of People at WebMD, on workplace empathy and mental health awareness. Explore the impact of acknowledging personal mental health challenges and the significance it holds for employers. Discover how empathetic leadership, stability, and transparent communication contribute to a healthier work environment. Learn to recognize warning signs in colleagues, decode virtual communication complexities, and master the art of...