Talent All-Stars

What’s Vanguard’s secret talent acquisition superpower? Turning their mission into an irresistible recruiting pitch.Tiffany Haley, Head of Global Talent Acquisition at Vanguard, shares why the best recruiters are those who genuinely believe in what they're selling. In this episode, Tiffany explains how she coaches her team to leverage empathy, passion, and storytelling—transforming them into true brand ambassadors who attract top talent that drives company results.Tiffany also covers:How a call center job prepared her for C-suite communicationHow to teach recruiters to “feel” your missionHow to create “zero buyer's remorse” hiring experiences Connect with Tiffany on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-haley/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/💼 Dave’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davetravers/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

When scaling a global tech giant like Intel, talent isn't just important—it's mission critical.Cindi Harper, VP of Human Resources, Talent Planning, and Acquisition at Intel, learned this firsthand when a plant manager gave her a career-defining wake-up call: Without the right people in place, he warned her… the entire operation grinds to a halt.In this episode, Cindi shares how she went from hesitant college grad to global talent leader in one of the world’s most competitive and rapidly changing industries.She also shares:How writing “future letters” helps Intel’s leaders align behind a common visionHow she forecasts short-term and long-term hiring needsHer approach to balancing business outcomes with organizational health Connect with Cindi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindi-harper-75aba0/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/💼 Dave’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davetravers/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

Can you break traditional management structures and still drive exceptional results?Steve O'Brien, SVP of People Solutions at Syneos Health, proves it's possible with his innovative "decoder ring" approach to talent leadership—managing 25 direct reports without a single scheduled one-on-one meeting.In this episode, Steve explains how he balances efficiency with employee engagement, why decision-making should be pushed down to remove bottlenecks, and how psychological safety and autonomy drive performance.Steve also talks about:The 3 biggest priorities new leaders should tackleWhy some “creative tension” is healthy for talent teamsHow to leverage quarterly performance reviews for big wins Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemobrien Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/💼 Dave’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davetravers/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

Today’s Talent All-Star was recently on the other side of the talent acquisition table, and he came away from that experience with some shocking insights.Jay Olson, Director of Global Talent Acquisition at Medtronic, had spent years perfecting the art of hiring. But recently, his time as a candidate gave him an entirely new perspective. Which led him to rethink his entire strategy as he settles into his new role.Jay also shares:How over-reliance on automation can damage candidate experienceHow to build alliances when joining a new companyHow to cultivate both internal and external professional relationships Connect with Jay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayolson Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/💼 Dave’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davetravers/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

Ready for the remarkable story of a talent all-star who rose from cleaner to C-level leader… in the very same office?Bettina Deynes, Global CHRO at Carnival Corporation, leads a 160,000-person team in one of the world’s most dynamic industries. In this episode, she shares her incredible journey from janitor to HR executive, the importance of self-learning, and how she champions HR as a strategic function inside the C-suite.Bettina also discusses:Her immigrant roots and self-taught rise in HRLeading through massive organizational complexityBalancing technology with the human touch in future HR Connect with Bettina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettina-deynes-shrm-scp-she-her-hers-356864b/Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

Want to build a world-class team? Start by thinking like a business leader.Melanie Steinbach has led talent teams for several major brands—McDonald’s, Cameo, and now MasterClass—and she knows that talent strategy goes well beyond the common perception of HR.In this episode, Melanie shares how she aligns hiring decisions with business growth, the compensation mistake most companies make, and why holding managers accountable for talent development is the key to long-term success.Melanie also shares:The “$10K” lesson every TA leader needs to hearWhy “average compensation” attracts average resultsAI’s real role in HR (spoiler: It’s not replacing you) Connect with Melanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniesteinbach/ About MasterClass at Work: MasterClass at Work provides powerful and flexible learning solutions featuring the lived experiences and insights of the world’s top experts. The platform offers a suite of at-work solutions for employees and leaders. Each video lesson is designed with the learner in mind, configured to enhance the personal and professional development of employees—from the field to the boardroom—to drive real business impact. Each MasterClass at Work lesson is available at home, in the office or on-the-go on mobile, tablet, desktop, Apple TV®, Android™ TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku® players and devices.Link: https://www.masterclass.com/for-business Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

How do you turn a retention crisis into a talent acquisition triumph?Scott Sell, Mercy’s Chief Talent Acquisition Officer, unpacks the strategies that helped this Midwest healthcare leader slash turnover and attract mission-aligned talent. Discover why Mercy prioritizes candidate experience as fiercely as patient care—and how their bold shift from “quantity to quality” created a pipeline of compassionate, purpose-driven hires. Scott also discusses:Leveraging team members’ strengths rather than shoring up their weaknessesDelivering candidates an honest view of what a role entailsAre the “Sunday Scaries” a sign you might be in the wrong role? Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sellscott/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

Recruiting in healthcare is extremely competitive – but with the right strategy, it’s possible to stand out from the crowd.In this episode, Yvette Hansen, Director of Talent Acquisition at Baylor Scott & White Health, shares how her team bought back 10,000 hours by automating key steps, allowing recruiters to focus on sourcing top talent.Yvette also shares:A simple way to capture employee stories (and go viral on TikTok!?)Tips for managing change when introducing automationHow to partner with diverse organizations to expand outreach Connect with Yvette Hansen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvettehansen/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

What happens when your strategic plan meets an unpredictable reality? Rose Sheehan, Chief People Officer at Hartford HealthCare, knows all about pivoting under pressure. From leading her team through COVID-19 to addressing the Great Resignation, Rose has built a dynamic HR function focused on agility, innovation, and purpose.In this episode, Rose reveals the strategies behind her success, including how she’s transforming talent acquisition through technology, partnerships, and storytelling.Rose also talks about:Her unexpected transition to HR leadershipDeveloping a talent pipeline to address today’s workforce challengesBuilding a culture of shared values and purpose that supports retention Connect with Rose on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Rose-sheehan-4b220bb/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

When Jacquie Liddell stepped into her new role as VP of Talent Acquisition at Mass General Brigham, she had no idea her first day would coincide with the start of Massachusetts' COVID-19 lockdown. Instead of a typical onboarding experience, she was thrust into the heart of a healthcare crisis – and forced to quickly staff a field hospital, hire nurses at lightning speed, and streamline lengthy onboarding processes.Jacquie learned a lot about leading a talent team through an unprecedented crisis, and she shares those lessons with us in this episode.She also shares:How she leaned on vendor relationships to ramp up hiringThe “recruitment pod” strategy they deployed to fill roles more quicklyWhy masterminding with industry peers has been critical to her success Connect with Jacquie on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquiekingConnect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app!

COVID-19 completely rewrote the recruiting rules – especially in the restaurant and retail sectors. So how can hospitality companies adapt and thrive, post-pandemic? Today, you’ll learn the playbook used by Marci Sigmund, VP of Talent Acquisition at Cracker Barrel, whose team hires up to 100,000 team members per year.Marci shares:How she’s combating turnover across more than 650 storesHow to use AI and assessments to match candidates with right-fit rolesWhy too little turnover can actually be a bad thing, and how to avoid thatThis episode is a masterclass in leveraging data to drive talent decision-making at scale and creating a culture that prioritizes both employees and customers. Don’t miss it!Connect with Marci on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcisigmundConnect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/💼 Dave’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davetravers/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter

What are the keys to attracting and retaining top-notch talent in a highly competitive, demanding industry? We put that question to Lashonda Bighaus, VP of Talent Acquisition at AccentCare – a leading provider of hospice, personal, and home care with 30,000 employees nationwide.In this episode, Lashonda shares her journey from staffing agency recruiter to leading a 50-person talent acquisition team; the very personal reason she felt pulled to hospice; and the tailored tactics she uses to motivate her recruiters.She also shares:AccentCare’s approach to employer brandingWhy talent leaders must play to recruiters’ individual stylesHow "stretch assignments" fuel career growthConnect with Lashonda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lashonda-bighaus-1783ab30Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

What key themes emerge when you talk to some of the best and brightest talent leaders working today? Join host Dave Travers as he highlights our guests’ most valuable insights in this special “Best Of” episode. Featuring clips from top talent leaders at companies like eBay, FedEx, and Nike, Dave distills four key lessons to elevate your talent strategy heading into 2025.You’ll learn:How business needs should drive your talent strategyThe art of advocating for your team by understanding stakeholders deeplyWhy candidates should be treated like consumers in the hiring processExpert tips on how to get more out of interviewsPerfect for HR leaders, recruiters, and anyone passionate about building high-functioning teams, this episode is packed with actionable advice from the best in the business.Enjoying the show? Please consider sharing it with a friend or family member, or leaving us a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

How do you create a talent culture that scales with your business growth?Katie Czerepak, Head of Talent for Bain Capital’s Tech Opportunities Team, shares insights from her experience helping dozens of fast-growing teams source and develop talent. You’ll learn how she came to embrace a career in HR after initially resisting it, how she approaches conversations with CEOs, and why she’s such a big fan of highly adaptable generalists.Katie also shares:Effective strategies for advocating for resourcesWhat makes a world-class recruiterWhy she treats hiring managers as customersAnd much moreConnect with Katie on LinkedInConnect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiterEnjoyed this episode? Let us know by leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

How do you build a meaningful career in talent acquisition? For Paula Radloff, former VP of Talent Acquisition at Nike and Starbucks, it’s all about picking your spots and making bold moves.In this episode, Paula reveals the career-defining lessons she’s learned while leading talent teams at some of the world’s most iconic brands. Paula also shares:Creating positive candidate experiences as company “branding”How executive search differs from high-volume recruitingWhy timing and “daring to ask” are so important when making career leaps Connect with Paula on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-m-radloff/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this conversation? Please leave us a rating or review on the podcast app you’re using to listen to this episode.

Great recruiting goes beyond numbers—it's about quality, relationships, and delivering value for both the business and candidates. But how do you build a recruitment process that achieves all three?Becky McCullough, VP of Talent Acquisition & Mobility at HubSpot, shares her approach to measuring recruiter performance, improving the candidate experience, and driving efficient, high-quality hiring practices through periods of rapid growth.Becky also talks about:What success looks like for recruitersHow to implement a candidate experience survey that worksManaging recruiter efficiency while maintaining quality Connect with Becky on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckymccullough/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/💼 Dave’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davetravers/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

When you’re a top executive at a company that moves 2% of the world’s GDP, talent is never far from your mind.Brie Carere is the Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer at FedEx, and she joins Talent All-Stars for a wide-ranging conversation about talent acquisition, culture, change management, and more.You’ll learn how FedEx’s leadership navigated hiring amid COVID-19, the “Purple Promise” that drives decision-making across the business, and how the company is improving the candidate experience – even for those who don’t ultimately land the job.Brie also shares:Tips for making a business case to senior executivesWhy talent acquisition is no longer a one-way dialogueThe biggest mistake she sees hiring managers make in interviews Connect with Brie Carere on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briecarere/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this conversation? Please leave us a rating or review on the podcast app you’re using to listen to this episode.

What’s the secret to bridging the gap between talent acquisition, HR business partners, and company leadership?According to Kelly Culler, VP of Talent Acquisition and Senior Business HR Partner at Northwestern Mutual, it’s all about walking a mile in each other’s shoes.In this episode, Kelly shares how she’s been able to successfully navigate TA and HR roles, and what she’s learned about empathy and psychology along the way.Plus:Why recruiters must build skills that go beyond speed and executionWhat makes a great HR Business PartnerHer secret to extracting a candidate’s authentic self in interviews Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyiculler/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? We’d be grateful for a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

Zapier’s team is made up of more than 700 people across 42 countries. Yet the company has built a strong, distinctive culture and a nimble workforce that can adapt to shifting business needs. So how do they do it?Zapier Chief People Officer Brandon Sammut joins us to answer those questions, plus: The “4 B’s” Zapier uses to acquire new capabilitiesHow they redeployed team members internally during a hiring slowdownHolding department execs accountable for their own talent development Connect with Brandon on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-sammut-8147b76Zapier: https://zapier.com/Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiterEnjoyed this episode? Please leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.

So much of business success comes down to aligning the right people with a healthy company culture. But what does that actually look like in practice?In this episode, Blake Irving reveals how he was able to accomplish that combination of feats as CEO of GoDaddy. You’ll learn the strategies he used to establish trust, attract top hires, and drive business growth.Blake also talks about:What makes a great (and not so great) recruiterHis go-to, outside-the-box interview questionGetting buy-in when asking for resources from senior leadership Connect with Blake Irving on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakeirving/ Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiterEnjoyed this conversation? Please leave us a rating or review on the podcast app you’re using to listen to this episode.

In the race for talent, speed is key. But how do you move quickly while still maintaining a warm, welcoming candidate experience?Kris Dunn, Marriott International’s SVP of Global Talent Acquisition, knows a thing or two about striking that balance.In this episode, Kris shares his blueprint for landing top talent (within hours of receiving their applications!) in a hyper-competitive global marketplace.Kris also shares:His #1 measure of recruiting successOne secret to conducting a great interviewTips for navigating big career decisions Connect with Kris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krisdunn/Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiter Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or a rating on Spotify.

What’s the secret to building a successful talent strategy?It starts with understanding what the business needs both today and into the future.eBay’s VP of Global Talent, Danielle Clark, joins Talent All-Stars to share how she prioritizes initiatives, gets buy-in from stakeholders, and drives measurable business results.Danielle also shares:Her transition from agency recruiting to leading global talent teamsHer POV on the talent lifecycleHer #1 interviewing tip: “Don’t be a hippo!” Connect with Danielle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-clark-sf Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiterWant to be a guest on Talent All-Stars, or have an idea for the show? Send us an email at [email protected].

Making an effective “ask” is a valuable skill for anyone to learn… but it’s especially critical for talent leaders.So how exactly do you effectively advocate for your team’s needs, and make sure you have a seat at the table?NBCUniversal’s VP of Global Talent Acquisition, Suzan Vulaj, shares her advice in this first episode of the Talent All-Stars podcast.Suzan also talks about:Handling recruiting software RFPsLearning to embrace vastly different recruiting stylesNavigating COVID and “The Great Reshuffle” as a talent leader Connect with Suzan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanvulaj/Connect with us:💻 All Episodes: TalentAllStars.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziprecruiter🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ziprecruiterWant to be a guest on Talent All-Stars, or have an idea for the show? Send us an email at [email protected].

What does it really take for businesses to attract and retain great people? We answer that question through candid conversations with senior HR, recruiting, and talent leaders at some of the most influential firms in the world. Coming August 13th.