Ruch Riffs: An Employer Brand Podcast Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:48:58 -0400 http://versantsolutions.com en-us © 2026 Ruch Riffs: An Employer Brand Podcast yes 2563b9ea-80d4-5db2-9563-5189504f0a23 Will Ruch episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) employer branding, company culture, branding Will Ruch https://storage.buzzsprout.com/qbriou2uui38s97mcoxzbvwh1uyd?.jpg Ruch Riffs: An Employer Brand Podcast http://versantsolutions.com Interview With Tony Pelicano - CHRO at Catholic Health Interview With Tony Pelicano - CHRO at Catholic Health In this quick episode, Will Ruch, CEO of Versant Solutions, interviews Tony Pellicano. Tony shares the leadership principles that shaped his tenure as CHRO at Catholic Health. He talks about why empathy became his anchor, how involving employees transforms outcomes, and what it really takes to communicate tough decisions with clarity and respect. Tony also looks ahead at the future of HR and the impact of AI and reminding us that strong relationships and a human touch will always matter most. A fast, thoughtful listen with insights you can put to work right away.

]]> In this quick episode, Will Ruch, CEO of Versant Solutions, interviews Tony Pellicano. Tony shares the leadership principles that shaped his tenure as CHRO at Catholic Health. He talks about why empathy became his anchor, how involving employees transforms outcomes, and what it really takes to communicate tough decisions with clarity and respect. Tony also looks ahead at the future of HR and the impact of AI and reminding us that strong relationships and a human touch will always matter most. A fast, thoughtful listen with insights you can put to work right away.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-18334430 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 654 full false Communications with Sara and guest host, Hayley Ruch Geiger Communications with Sara and guest host, Hayley Ruch Geiger In this episode of the Ruch Riffs podcast, host Hayley Ruch Geiger interviews the inspiring Sara Royf. Now, as a LinkedIn coach based in Tel Aviv, Sara continues to empower professionals to elevate their personal brands and make meaningful connections. Her story is a powerful example of how strategic thinking and passion can drive substantial growth and impact.

]]> In this episode of the Ruch Riffs podcast, host Hayley Ruch Geiger interviews the inspiring Sara Royf. Now, as a LinkedIn coach based in Tel Aviv, Sara continues to empower professionals to elevate their personal brands and make meaningful connections. Her story is a powerful example of how strategic thinking and passion can drive substantial growth and impact.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-15429769 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0400 518 full false 7 minutes of leadership insights from an Olympic skier 7 minutes of leadership insights from an Olympic skier I met Kevin while creating promotional content for several clients. As an Olympian and US Ski Team winner, he shared insights about how leaders must put communication, results, and teamwork. The more I saw Kevin do work for clients Kwik Trip and Minocqua Winter Park, the more he helped me understand how to be better at what I do.


]]> I met Kevin while creating promotional content for several clients. As an Olympian and US Ski Team winner, he shared insights about how leaders must put communication, results, and teamwork. The more I saw Kevin do work for clients Kwik Trip and Minocqua Winter Park, the more he helped me understand how to be better at what I do.


]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-14465071 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 461 full false Break Free of the Leadership Straitjacket Break Free of the Leadership Straitjacket Want to be a more resilient leader? Ruch Riffs is pleased to announce our podcast featuring Tatyana St. Germaine, Executive Coach and Talent Assessment Expert. Resilience is all about coping with stress, maintaining emotional well-being, and overcoming setbacks – learned skills that successful leaders need. Listen in as Tatyana and I discuss management techniques to help you address challenges, adversity, and uncertainty in the workplace.

]]> Want to be a more resilient leader? Ruch Riffs is pleased to announce our podcast featuring Tatyana St. Germaine, Executive Coach and Talent Assessment Expert. Resilience is all about coping with stress, maintaining emotional well-being, and overcoming setbacks – learned skills that successful leaders need. Listen in as Tatyana and I discuss management techniques to help you address challenges, adversity, and uncertainty in the workplace.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-13453200 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 17:00:00 -0400 352 full false Four Trends Driving the Future Workplace Four Trends Driving the Future Workplace A discussion about ManpowerGroup's latest Global Market Research.

]]> A discussion about ManpowerGroup's latest Global Market Research.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-12785038 Thu, 04 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400 716 full false Employee Compensation and Benefits Employee Compensation and Benefits Employee compensation and benefits is one of the hottest topics in many companies today. Even with some high-profile organizations trimming back staffing levels, competition for top talent remains strong. In this month’s Ruch Riff’s podcast, I talk to George Murphy, a leading corporate benefits expert and Executive Vice President at 4C Digital Health, on why employee benefits matter more than ever and how organizations can differentiate themselves by providing employees with competitive benefits offerings. George is one of the most knowledgeable benefits executives I know, so I’m confident you will find his comments informative. The podcast is short so take a couple of minutes to listen to it and let me know what you think.

]]> Employee compensation and benefits is one of the hottest topics in many companies today. Even with some high-profile organizations trimming back staffing levels, competition for top talent remains strong. In this month’s Ruch Riff’s podcast, I talk to George Murphy, a leading corporate benefits expert and Executive Vice President at 4C Digital Health, on why employee benefits matter more than ever and how organizations can differentiate themselves by providing employees with competitive benefits offerings. George is one of the most knowledgeable benefits executives I know, so I’m confident you will find his comments informative. The podcast is short so take a couple of minutes to listen to it and let me know what you think.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-12299036 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 289 full false New Book Takes Readers Beyond Servant Leadership New Book Takes Readers Beyond Servant Leadership Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt are authors of a highly acclaimed new book, “Leading with Care in a Tough World.” They draw upon their years of innovative learning and real-work experience to lay out five core leadership traits necessary to build an engaged workforce. The authors discuss their key leadership message for today’s changing and challenging workplace.

]]> Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt are authors of a highly acclaimed new book, “Leading with Care in a Tough World.” They draw upon their years of innovative learning and real-work experience to lay out five core leadership traits necessary to build an engaged workforce. The authors discuss their key leadership message for today’s changing and challenging workplace.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-11568856 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:00:00 -0400 423 full false Young Adults and The Future of Work Young Adults and The Future of Work Partnerships between students, education and enterprises are critical in developing a pipeline for future workers. Dr. John Niser, Director of FDU's International School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, who works with the leisure and hospitality industry on ways to recruit and retain workers believes that young adults are looking for organizations where they can grow. They are seeking companies where managers are no longer bosses, but rather mentors. Companies must come to terms with a fundamental shift in how skills are passed on.

]]> Partnerships between students, education and enterprises are critical in developing a pipeline for future workers. Dr. John Niser, Director of FDU's International School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, who works with the leisure and hospitality industry on ways to recruit and retain workers believes that young adults are looking for organizations where they can grow. They are seeking companies where managers are no longer bosses, but rather mentors. Companies must come to terms with a fundamental shift in how skills are passed on.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-10784109 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400 348 full false Expert Insights on Reconnecting Talent in Leisure & Hospitality Expert Insights on Reconnecting Talent in Leisure & Hospitality Strong managerial soft skills. Career development opportunities. A top-notch workplace reputation. These are some of the must-haves leisure and hospitality organizations will need to attract and retain talent in the post-pandemic work environment. Jeff Kmiec, president of American Hospitality Talent Acquisition (AHTA) a division of Cornerstone RPO, discusses what it takes to reconnect talent to the industry in today’s competitive talent market.

]]> Strong managerial soft skills. Career development opportunities. A top-notch workplace reputation. These are some of the must-haves leisure and hospitality organizations will need to attract and retain talent in the post-pandemic work environment. Jeff Kmiec, president of American Hospitality Talent Acquisition (AHTA) a division of Cornerstone RPO, discusses what it takes to reconnect talent to the industry in today’s competitive talent market.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-10399090 Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 358 full false Workplace Culture and The Profit Paradox Workplace Culture and The Profit Paradox Companies that put culture –– rather than profit –– first are more profitable.  That is the message from this month’s Ruch Riff’s guest, Gustavo Grodnitzky, Ph.D., best-selling author and speaker.  With the war for talent accelerating, culture is critical to support business goals and the “human capital need.”  In this engaging, 6-minute conversation, hear more from Dr. Gustavo on the role that connections and belonging play in creating a winning workplace culture.

]]> Companies that put culture –– rather than profit –– first are more profitable.  That is the message from this month’s Ruch Riff’s guest, Gustavo Grodnitzky, Ph.D., best-selling author and speaker.  With the war for talent accelerating, culture is critical to support business goals and the “human capital need.”  In this engaging, 6-minute conversation, hear more from Dr. Gustavo on the role that connections and belonging play in creating a winning workplace culture.

]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-10100418 Tue, 22 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500 381 full false Taking a Deeper Dive Into “The Big Quit” with National Human Resources Leader Jill Smart Taking a Deeper Dive Into “The Big Quit” with National Human Resources Leader Jill Smart A recent 60 Minutes piece, “The Big Quit,” is reverberating across this country as record numbers of people are quitting their jobs. In this Ruch Riff’s podcast, I talk to Jill Smart, president of the National Academy of Human Resources and former CHRO of Accenture. She shares her insight into the long-term implications of the escalating trend where people are quitting their jobs to try new things or staying out of the workforce altogether. Hear more from Jill, who also emphasizes the importance of wellness in the workplace. This is a fast-moving 6-minute podcast filled with leadership insight.


]]> A recent 60 Minutes piece, “The Big Quit,” is reverberating across this country as record numbers of people are quitting their jobs. In this Ruch Riff’s podcast, I talk to Jill Smart, president of the National Academy of Human Resources and former CHRO of Accenture. She shares her insight into the long-term implications of the escalating trend where people are quitting their jobs to try new things or staying out of the workforce altogether. Hear more from Jill, who also emphasizes the importance of wellness in the workplace. This is a fast-moving 6-minute podcast filled with leadership insight.


]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-9907082 Tue, 18 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0500 396 full false CEO Shares What it Takes to Build a Cohesive Workplace CEO Shares What it Takes to Build a Cohesive Workplace This CEO tells his new hires that cultivating their temperament is just as important as honing their technical skills. 

Austin Ramirez, President and CEO of Husco International, a privately-owned company specializing in hydraulic and electro-mechanical control systems, is the featured guest in this Ruch Riffs episode.  Ramirez openly shares his views on work-from-home versus work-from-office, including what it takes to build a cohesive workplace culture.  

This high-energy podcast is six minutes long and packed full of leadership insights.

]]> This CEO tells his new hires that cultivating their temperament is just as important as honing their technical skills. 

Austin Ramirez, President and CEO of Husco International, a privately-owned company specializing in hydraulic and electro-mechanical control systems, is the featured guest in this Ruch Riffs episode.  Ramirez openly shares his views on work-from-home versus work-from-office, including what it takes to build a cohesive workplace culture.  

This high-energy podcast is six minutes long and packed full of leadership insights.

]]> Will Ruch and Austin Ramirez Buzzsprout-9395014 Tue, 19 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400 374 full false What Makes a Great Leader? Hear from Two Top HR Executives What Makes a Great Leader? Hear from Two Top HR Executives Lisa Buckingham,  EVP, Global Head of AIG Enterprise Design & Life and Retirement Separation Initiatives for AIG, and and Susan Quakenbush, Chief Human Resources Officer for Vonage, are innovative human resources leaders forging new ground with their passion for connecting with others, authenticity and compassion. In this fast-paced Ruch Riffs episode, Lisa and Susan delve into many of the leadership qualities that set great leaders apart. 



]]> Lisa Buckingham,  EVP, Global Head of AIG Enterprise Design & Life and Retirement Separation Initiatives for AIG, and and Susan Quakenbush, Chief Human Resources Officer for Vonage, are innovative human resources leaders forging new ground with their passion for connecting with others, authenticity and compassion. In this fast-paced Ruch Riffs episode, Lisa and Susan delve into many of the leadership qualities that set great leaders apart. 



]]> Will Ruch Buzzsprout-8380912 Wed, 21 Apr 2021 20:00:00 -0400 803 full false Trucking Company CEO Takes to the Road to Connect and Engage Trucking Company CEO Takes to the Road to Connect and Engage Darren Hawkins, CEO of Yellow, formerly YRC Worldwide, one of this country’s top freight trucking firms, went on the road to connect with more than 300 company leaders and share his strategic vision for 2021. In this Ruch Riff’s podcast, listen to Darren tell the story of how this helped re-energize and reignite the organization. Pat Nazmetz, former XEROX CHRO and Yellow board member, also weighs in on the impact of this initiative. Hear more from Darren and Pat in this fast-moving, 5-minute podcast.  


]]> Darren Hawkins, CEO of Yellow, formerly YRC Worldwide, one of this country’s top freight trucking firms, went on the road to connect with more than 300 company leaders and share his strategic vision for 2021. In this Ruch Riff’s podcast, listen to Darren tell the story of how this helped re-energize and reignite the organization. Pat Nazmetz, former XEROX CHRO and Yellow board member, also weighs in on the impact of this initiative. Hear more from Darren and Pat in this fast-moving, 5-minute podcast.  


]]> Will Ruch Featuring Darren Hawkins Buzzsprout-7617337 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 16:00:00 -0500 299 full false People Leaders Offer Path Forward People Leaders Offer Path Forward As organizations went through an immense amount of change in 2020, there were leaders who stood out because they found innovative ways to connect with their workforce. I talked to many of those leaders and am sharing highlights in this first Ruch Riffs podcast of 2021. Seven leaders reveal seven ways they differentiated their organizations through reinvention, humanness, empathy and purpose -- all in seven minutes. I believe their message of connectedness will be even more important this year as leaders adapt to new norms.  I found these leaders inspirational and hope you do too. 


]]> As organizations went through an immense amount of change in 2020, there were leaders who stood out because they found innovative ways to connect with their workforce. I talked to many of those leaders and am sharing highlights in this first Ruch Riffs podcast of 2021. Seven leaders reveal seven ways they differentiated their organizations through reinvention, humanness, empathy and purpose -- all in seven minutes. I believe their message of connectedness will be even more important this year as leaders adapt to new norms.  I found these leaders inspirational and hope you do too. 


]]> Will Ruch Featuring Seven Leaders Buzzsprout-7193773 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0500 385 full false Author & Leadership Coach Reveals What Makes Top CHROs Stand Apart Author & Leadership Coach Reveals What Makes Top CHROs Stand Apart Our country’s top CHROs get that people really matter, are building cultures that care for the human being and are finding creative ways to communicate with people, wherever they work. In this Ruch Riffs podcast, Mike Myatt, author, leadership coach and Chairman of N2Growth, talks about the organization’s new list of top 25 CHROs and what makes them exemplary. He dives into how leaders such as Lisa Buckingham, EVP and Chief People, Place and Brand for Lincoln Financial Group, are making a difference.

]]> Our country’s top CHROs get that people really matter, are building cultures that care for the human being and are finding creative ways to communicate with people, wherever they work. In this Ruch Riffs podcast, Mike Myatt, author, leadership coach and Chairman of N2Growth, talks about the organization’s new list of top 25 CHROs and what makes them exemplary. He dives into how leaders such as Lisa Buckingham, EVP and Chief People, Place and Brand for Lincoln Financial Group, are making a difference.

]]> Will Ruch Featuring Mike Myatt Buzzsprout-6016891 Thu, 22 Oct 2020 13:00:00 -0400 485 full false Getting Creative: Music Engages a Workforce in the Office or at Home Getting Creative: Music Engages a Workforce in the Office or at Home If remote work is leaving your organization's workforce feeling disconnected, music can help bring them together. In this quick, 8-minute Ruch Riffs podcast, hear from Deborah DeVerna, Chief People Officer for Octave Group, on how music in the workplace engages and connects. Survey data shows that 90 percent of workers perform better with music, so her company has gotten creative by hosting virtual concerts and encouraging employees to share playlists they enjoy. Working with local musicians is one way companies can incorporate music into the workplace culture. Music, she says, has a huge impact on engagement.

]]> If remote work is leaving your organization's workforce feeling disconnected, music can help bring them together. In this quick, 8-minute Ruch Riffs podcast, hear from Deborah DeVerna, Chief People Officer for Octave Group, on how music in the workplace engages and connects. Survey data shows that 90 percent of workers perform better with music, so her company has gotten creative by hosting virtual concerts and encouraging employees to share playlists they enjoy. Working with local musicians is one way companies can incorporate music into the workplace culture. Music, she says, has a huge impact on engagement.

]]> Will Ruch Featuring Deborah DeVerna Buzzsprout-4506896 Thu, 09 Jul 2020 16:00:00 -0400 487 full false Listen and Respond: Lincoln Financial Group Acts on Employee Feedback Listen and Respond: Lincoln Financial Group Acts on Employee Feedback Employees are hungry to be heard during this COVID-19 crisis and Lincoln Financial Group is taking bold steps to gather feedback and act on it. In this episode, Kate Feather, Lincoln Financial Group's VP of Culture & Engagement, speaks candidly about the company’s approach to listening, responding and circling back with the company’s 11,000 employees on actions taken. Hear more about leadership's commitment to staying in sync with employees now and as the company plans for a return to the office. 

]]> Employees are hungry to be heard during this COVID-19 crisis and Lincoln Financial Group is taking bold steps to gather feedback and act on it. In this episode, Kate Feather, Lincoln Financial Group's VP of Culture & Engagement, speaks candidly about the company’s approach to listening, responding and circling back with the company’s 11,000 employees on actions taken. Hear more about leadership's commitment to staying in sync with employees now and as the company plans for a return to the office. 

]]> Will Ruch Featuring Kate Feather Buzzsprout-3926075 Tue, 26 May 2020 17:00:00 -0400 425 full false Coronavirus Means Companies Will Be Forced to Work Differently with Peter Zeihan Coronavirus Means Companies Will Be Forced to Work Differently with Peter Zeihan Peter Zeihan, renowned geopolitical analyst, author and speaker, says big changes are coming for U.S. businesses as a result of the coronavirus epidemic and collapse of the supply chain in China. In this episode, recorded March 11th, Zeihan gives his take on changes in the global economic system, the long-term impact on service and manufacturing industries and how the coronavirus might affect the upcoming presidential election.

]]> Peter Zeihan, renowned geopolitical analyst, author and speaker, says big changes are coming for U.S. businesses as a result of the coronavirus epidemic and collapse of the supply chain in China. In this episode, recorded March 11th, Zeihan gives his take on changes in the global economic system, the long-term impact on service and manufacturing industries and how the coronavirus might affect the upcoming presidential election.

]]> Buzzsprout-2991883 Thu, 12 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0400 709 full false Insights From A Top HR Leader: Why Employee Engagement Starts With Meaningful Work Insights From A Top HR Leader: Why Employee Engagement Starts With Meaningful Work Pat Nazemetz, former CHRO of Xerox and current Board Member and career coach, discusses the concept of the 'The Good Workplace' – "the work needs to be good and the workplace needs to be good."  Pat shares advice on how to foster a 'good workplace,' including the need to provide employees with meaningful work and opportunities to grow. 

]]> Pat Nazemetz, former CHRO of Xerox and current Board Member and career coach, discusses the concept of the 'The Good Workplace' – "the work needs to be good and the workplace needs to be good."  Pat shares advice on how to foster a 'good workplace,' including the need to provide employees with meaningful work and opportunities to grow. 

]]> Will Ruch featuring Pat Pat Nazemetz Buzzsprout-2666230 Wed, 05 Feb 2020 12:00:00 -0500 332 full false A Simple but Effective Format for Building Employee Engagement with Frank Krejci A Simple but Effective Format for Building Employee Engagement with Frank Krejci In this Ruch Riffs episode, Frank Krejci, President and CEO of STRATTEC Security Corp., an award-winning, global automotive supplier, reveals ways he works to build employee engagement through innovation and creativity. Each month, Frank selects seven employees from all levels of the business and shares a family style lunch with them. These gatherings give employees an opportunity to hear from the CEO and ask questions in a comfortable and intimate setting.

]]> In this Ruch Riffs episode, Frank Krejci, President and CEO of STRATTEC Security Corp., an award-winning, global automotive supplier, reveals ways he works to build employee engagement through innovation and creativity. Each month, Frank selects seven employees from all levels of the business and shares a family style lunch with them. These gatherings give employees an opportunity to hear from the CEO and ask questions in a comfortable and intimate setting.

]]> Will Ruch featuring Frank Krejci Buzzsprout-2514382 Fri, 17 Jan 2020 10:00:00 -0500 353 full false 90 Years of Business Success with Hydrite's John Honkamp 90 Years of Business Success with Hydrite's John Honkamp Hydrite Chemical Co., a Wisconsin based chemical manufacturer and supplier, attributes the company’s growth and longevity to its people. In this Ruch Riffs episode, John Honkamp, Chairman, shares his insights into Hydrite’s success formula, including its commitment to employee development and promoting from within.

]]> Hydrite Chemical Co., a Wisconsin based chemical manufacturer and supplier, attributes the company’s growth and longevity to its people. In this Ruch Riffs episode, John Honkamp, Chairman, shares his insights into Hydrite’s success formula, including its commitment to employee development and promoting from within.

]]> Will Ruch featuring John Honkamp Buzzsprout-2249441 Mon, 09 Dec 2019 11:00:00 -0500 256 full false Milwaukee Bucks HR Team Rallies to Successfully Staff Fiserv Forum Milwaukee Bucks HR Team Rallies to Successfully Staff Fiserv Forum The Milwaukee Bucks hired, onboarded and trained 75 full-time and more than 1,000 part-time employees in a couple of months last fall to open its new stadium, Fiserv Forum. In this episode, Kelly Kauffman, Chief Human Capital Officer for the Bucks, talks about the internal and external collaboration necessary to accomplish this feat.

]]> The Milwaukee Bucks hired, onboarded and trained 75 full-time and more than 1,000 part-time employees in a couple of months last fall to open its new stadium, Fiserv Forum. In this episode, Kelly Kauffman, Chief Human Capital Officer for the Bucks, talks about the internal and external collaboration necessary to accomplish this feat.

]]> Will Ruch featuring Kelly Kauffman Buzzsprout-1867342 Mon, 14 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0400 361 full false How Kwik Trip Built and Sustains its Renowned Workplace Culture How Kwik Trip Built and Sustains its Renowned Workplace Culture In this interview, Kwik Trip insider John McHugh, director of corporate communications, shares the company’s success formula for industry-leading customer service. With 25,000 employees and more than 700 stores, Kwik Trip uses the power of storytelling to give co-workers a clear sense of purpose. 

]]> In this interview, Kwik Trip insider John McHugh, director of corporate communications, shares the company’s success formula for industry-leading customer service. With 25,000 employees and more than 700 stores, Kwik Trip uses the power of storytelling to give co-workers a clear sense of purpose. 

]]> Will Ruch featuring John McHugh Buzzsprout-1476472 Mon, 29 Jul 2019 17:00:00 -0400 350 full false How a Global Law Firm Employs “OWN IT” in its Talent Management How a Global Law Firm Employs “OWN IT” in its Talent Management In this episode, Hy Pomerance, Chief Talent Officer for Cleary Gottlieb, shares how the firm’s partners and associates OWN attorney development, creating a culture of accountability in this highly successful, global law firm. Developing home-grown talent is at the heart of the firm’s talent management strategy.

]]> In this episode, Hy Pomerance, Chief Talent Officer for Cleary Gottlieb, shares how the firm’s partners and associates OWN attorney development, creating a culture of accountability in this highly successful, global law firm. Developing home-grown talent is at the heart of the firm’s talent management strategy.

]]> Will Ruch featuring Hy Pomerance Buzzsprout-1452568 Wed, 24 Jul 2019 09:00:00 -0400 380 full false Why Companies are Waging the ‘War of Differentiation’ for Talent with Lisa Buckingham Why Companies are Waging the ‘War of Differentiation’ for Talent with Lisa Buckingham Hear from a highly recognized HR leader on what it takes to recruit and retain the right talent. Lisa Buckingham, Chief People, Place and Brand Officer at Lincoln Financial Group, discusses her forward-thinking HR approach and how to keep the 'human' aspect in Human Resources.

]]> Hear from a highly recognized HR leader on what it takes to recruit and retain the right talent. Lisa Buckingham, Chief People, Place and Brand Officer at Lincoln Financial Group, discusses her forward-thinking HR approach and how to keep the 'human' aspect in Human Resources.

]]> Will Ruch featuring Lisa Buckingham Buzzsprout-1402261 Fri, 12 Jul 2019 12:00:00 -0400 458 full false How Leadership Influences your Company’s Employer Brand with David Cooks How Leadership Influences your Company’s Employer Brand with David Cooks Leaders who invest in relationships foster an engaged workplace culture.

In this episode hear from David Cooks, leadership author and speaker, about the role leaders play in building a strong employer brand.

]]> Leaders who invest in relationships foster an engaged workplace culture.

In this episode hear from David Cooks, leadership author and speaker, about the role leaders play in building a strong employer brand.

]]> Will Ruch featuring David Cooks Buzzsprout-1380904 Mon, 08 Jul 2019 10:00:00 -0400 325 full false 3 Employer Brand Pillars that Support a Global Company Through Transformation with Susan Quackenbush 3 Employer Brand Pillars that Support a Global Company Through Transformation with Susan Quackenbush In this episode, Susan Quakenbush, chief human resources officer for Vonage, a global business communications software company, talks about the role of the company’s employer brand.

Recruiting and retaining the right talent in all business areas was critical as Vonage transformed from a legacy to a technology focused company. It was a strong employer brand that led to this successfully transformation. 

]]> In this episode, Susan Quakenbush, chief human resources officer for Vonage, a global business communications software company, talks about the role of the company’s employer brand.

Recruiting and retaining the right talent in all business areas was critical as Vonage transformed from a legacy to a technology focused company. It was a strong employer brand that led to this successfully transformation. 

]]> Will Ruch featuring Susan Quackenbush Buzzsprout-1322089 Mon, 24 Jun 2019 09:00:00 -0400 446 employer branding, recruitment, talent, vonage, versan full false Five Tips for Building Quality Recruitment Videos with Greg Cooke Five Tips for Building Quality Recruitment Videos with Greg Cooke Recruitment ambassador videos have proven results, increasing the number of job applicants by 36%.

In this interview, Greg Cooke, a videographer with extensive 60 Minutes and CBS News experience, gives his 5 tips for producing short, authentic videos that get results .

]]> Recruitment ambassador videos have proven results, increasing the number of job applicants by 36%.

In this interview, Greg Cooke, a videographer with extensive 60 Minutes and CBS News experience, gives his 5 tips for producing short, authentic videos that get results .

]]> Will Ruch featuring Greg Cooke Buzzsprout-1275988 Thu, 13 Jun 2019 17:00:00 -0400 386 employer branding, greg cooke, branding, versant, video production full false How 'Backbone' Helps Companies Succeed with Susan Marshall How 'Backbone' Helps Companies Succeed with Susan Marshall Top-notch leaders are the foundation of companies with great workplace cultures. And, companies that are known for their winning culture attract and retain the best talent. 

Susan Marshall is the author of "How to Grow a Backbone: 10 Strategies for Gaining Power and Influence at Work." In this interview, she discusses the three elements of backbone and how these leadership traits contribute to and define the workplace culture.  
 

]]> Top-notch leaders are the foundation of companies with great workplace cultures. And, companies that are known for their winning culture attract and retain the best talent. 

Susan Marshall is the author of "How to Grow a Backbone: 10 Strategies for Gaining Power and Influence at Work." In this interview, she discusses the three elements of backbone and how these leadership traits contribute to and define the workplace culture.  
 

]]> Will Ruch featuring Susan Marshall Buzzsprout-1236587 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0400 238 employer branding full false