Episodes
Show Notes In this episode of the Jess Get Hired podcast, host Jessica Fiesta George welcomes back Change Management and Confidence Expert Lata Hamilton for an insightful conversation on navigating career changes with confidence. Lata shares practical tips from her new book, Pioneer Your Career Change, designed to help listeners rethink their career paths, overcome hurdles, and build confidence in career transitions. As the job market shifts, future-proofing your career and understanding...
Published 11/13/24
From Burnout to Balance: How to Protect Your Wellbeing and Career Show Notes In this heartfelt and personal episode of Jess Get Hired, host Jessica Fiesta George shares her recent thyroid cancer diagnosis and upcoming surgery, bringing awareness to the importance of listening to our bodies. Reflecting on her journey through a whirlwind of diagnosis and surgery prep, Jessica emphasizes why busy professionals must prioritize their health and well-being, even when ambition tempts...
Published 11/06/24
Published 11/06/24
How to Build a Global Talent Team | How to Attract and Retain Top International Talent Summary In this episode of the Jess Get Hired podcast, host Jessica Fiesta George speaks with global talent expert Jonathan Romley about the importance of building a global talent strategy in today's competitive job market. They discuss the necessity of hiring internationally, the challenges of managing diverse teams across different cultures, and the role of technology in streamlining the recruitment...
Published 10/30/24
Summary In this episode, Dr. Michael Neal, founder and CEO of Build My Team, shares revolutionary insights on how healthcare staffing can be transformed by focusing on candidates' strengths and talents over traditional experience. He discusses the main challenges in healthcare staffing, from hiring mistakes to attracting top talent. Dr. Neal highlights how Build My Team uses systematized processes, algorithms, and analytics to find high-quality candidates and why it's essential to hire A...
Published 10/16/24
Strategies for Retaining Top Talent: Re-Recruiting Explained Description: In this episode of the Jess Get Hired podcast, Jessica Fiesta George is joined by Randi Roberts, an executive and career life coach with 30 years of corporate experience, to discuss the often-overlooked but powerful concept of re-recruiting employees. Companies invest large sums in recruiting new talent but often neglect to nurture and retain their existing team. Randi shares strategies for businesses to...
Published 10/09/24
Episode Title: "Thyroid Cancer Awareness: Why Professionals Should Prioritize Their Health & PTO" In this special episode of Jess Get Hired, I’m opening up about something deeply personal—my recent diagnosis of papillary thyroid carcinoma, a type of thyroid cancer. As Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, I want to share my journey and talk about how important it is for busy professionals to take time for their health. So often, we overlook small signs and symptoms, writing...
Published 09/27/24
Do you have a high school student in your household? What if your student could get school credit AND have an income-producing business at the same time? In this episode: Tim Goree, CEO of BatonPass, discusses City Center AI, an initiative that helps high school students start businesses with practical skills and hands-on experience. The program aims to provide real business opportunities for students while they earn school credit. Tim emphasizes the need for relevance in education and...
Published 09/18/24
Why You Need a Mentor and Tips to Find One Why You Need a Mentor and Tips to Find One Show Notes: In this episode of Jess Get Hired, we dive into the transformative power of mentorship with Chris Wilson, an entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Mentee community. Chris shares how mentorship has played a pivotal role in his career, from his early days as a commercial helicopter pilot to becoming a successful business owner. We discuss the benefits of having the right...
Published 09/11/24
Careers in Transportation / Truck Driving Jobs for Gen Z and Women with Hannah Dannecker, The Better Together Group Episode Summary: In this episode of "Jess Get Hired," we explore the growing trend of women and Gen Z entering the truck driving industry. Joining us is Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker, a Partner and Sales and Marketing Manager at The Better Together Group of Companies. Hannah brings a unique perspective on how the transportation industry is evolving, especially for younger...
Published 09/04/24
Understanding Burnout: Why It's Not Just About Work Episode 88 | Jess Get Hired Podcast Managing Burnout: A Personal Reflection and Practical Tips In this episode, I dive deep into a topic that hits close to home—burnout. I'll share my experiences with burnout, not just in the workplace but in life. It's a real struggle that many of us face, and I want to shed light on the signs, causes, and, most importantly, how to manage it. I’ve been there, feeling overwhelmed and drained from...
Published 08/21/24
Recruiting in 2024 and Beyond featuring Andrew Lewis | Jess Get Hired Podcast (87) Recruiting in 2024 and Beyond featuring Andrew Lewis | Jess Get Hired Podcast (87) Episode Overview: In this episode of Jess Get Hired, Jessica Fiesta George welcomes Andrew Lewis, a seasoned talent acquisition professional with nearly a decade of experience. Andrew has worked across various roles, from building a $2 million staffing agency to leading talent acquisition functions at startups....
Published 08/14/24
Show Notes - Rethinking HR Tech: Lessons from the Crowdstrike Disaster Rethinking HR Tech: Lessons from the Crowdstrike Disaster Welcome back to another episode of the Jess Get Hired podcast! I'm your host, Jessica Fiesta George. In this episode, we're diving into the recent CrowdStrike outage that shook the tech industry and its implications for HR systems. Join me as I spill the sauce on how this incident can teach us to rethink our reliance on technology in people operations. ...
Published 08/07/24
In this episode Host Jessica Fiesta-George interviews Kavita Ahuja, a certified women's career and life transition coach, about career transitions and finding one's purpose using the concept of Ikigai. Kavita shares her own journey from a successful corporate career to coaching and explains how she discovered her true calling. She introduces the concept of Ikigai, which combines passion, mission, vocation, and profession, and explains how it can help individuals find fulfillment in...
Published 07/31/24
Are you ready to take control of your financial future? What if you could learn the secrets to financial freedom from someone who’s successfully transitioned from a corporate VP to a thriving financial coach? In today's Spill the Sauce series, host Jessica Fiesta George chats with Annie Cole, founder and coach at Money Essentials for Women. Annie shares her incredible journey from a startup VP to becoming a successful financial coach. Learn practical tips on transitioning from corporate...
Published 07/24/24
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Published 07/17/24
Spill the Sauce: Essential Tips for Aspiring Data Scientists (Episode 82) Spill the Sauce: Essential Tips for Aspiring Data Scientists (Episode 82) Episode Summary In this episode of "Jess Get Hired", Jessica welcomes Dr. Kruti Lehenbauer, a Business Growth Advisor, Guaranteed Growth Consultant, and Fractional Chief Data Analysis Officer. With over 20 years of experience in data science and a passion for simplifying complex data, Dr. Kruti shares her insights on...
Published 07/10/24
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Published 06/26/24
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Published 06/19/24
Jess Get Hired Podcast Episode SPILL THE SAUCE: Why Recruiters are Mission Critical | Episode 79 | Featuring Jess Peterson In this episode of the Jess Get Hired podcast, host Jessica Fiesta George welcomes Jess Peterson, a seasoned recruiter with over 15 years of experience across various industries, including tech, healthcare, and hospitality. They discuss the crucial role recruiters play in shaping company culture, attracting top talent, and driving organizational success. Jess...
Published 06/12/24
Show Notes: Spill the Sauce - Igniting Your Interview with Don Gleason Summary In this episode of the Spill the Sauce series on the Jess Get Hired podcast, host Jessica welcomes leadership expert Don Gleason. Together, they delve into essential tips for answering interview questions and highlight common pitfalls to avoid. Key topics include: How to approach the question "Tell me about yourself." Effective ways to answer "Why do you want to work here?" Crafting compelling...
Published 06/05/24
Jess Get Hired Podcast - Episode Show Notes Episode Show Notes Summary In this episode, Jessica relates her recent travel experiences to navigating through career transitions. Just like travel delays, career transitions can be filled with unexpected twists and turns. To navigate through these transitions, job seekers need to have a clear sense of direction and align their career choices with their values. It's important to embrace detours, learn from challenges, and trust that each...
Published 05/15/24
Jess Get Hired Podcast Episode 76 Interviewing at a Startup: Tips and Expectations | Jess Get Hired Podcast | Episode 76 Host: Jessica Fiesta George Guest: Andrea Misir, Career Coach & Digital Marketing Specialist Episode Overview In this episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, host Jessica Fiesta George talks to career coach and digital marketing specialist Andrea Misir about the unique dynamics of interviewing at startups. They share tips on interview...
Published 05/08/24
Episode Show Notes - Startup Success: Insights into Working at a Startup (Part 1) Episode Show Notes Episode Title: Startup Success: Insights into Working at a Startup (Part 1) Episode Description: In this episode of the Jess Get Hired Podcast, host Jessica Fiesta George welcomes career coach and marketing expert Andrea Misir to discuss what it's like to work in a startup environment. This episode is the first in a two-part series exploring startup culture and how to...
Published 05/01/24
Why Personal Branding is Important for Everyone Personal Branding 101: Quick Guide to Leveling Up Your Opportunities Episode 74 | Jess Get Hired Podcast Summary: Jessica discusses the importance of personal branding and the five W's: who, what, where, when, and why. Personal branding is crucial for everyone, helping individuals differentiate and create career opportunities. Personal branding involves creating a consistent image both online and offline, showcasing skills,...
Published 04/24/24