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Right People Right Places
Right People Right Places
Author: Raul Mendoza
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Rapido Talent provides companies with a customized plan and execution to attract, retain, and develop top talent... in Rapido speed! The common denominator with people, business, and technology is relationship. Join us as we talk about how to build, cultivate and sustain relationships that power the ever-changing world of work.
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In this episode, Raul speaks with Joaquin Manriquez who shares his journey in commercial real estate, emphasizing the importance of creative deal making and building long-term relationships with clients. He discusses the challenges faced during the pandemic and how trust and humility play crucial roles in successful business transactions. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding client needs and the value of maintaining rapport throughout lengthy deal cycles. Takeaways -...
In this episode, Raul speaks with Nicole Morris, known as the CEO Whisperer, about breaking barriers and leading with intention. Nik shares her unique approach to coaching CEOs, emphasizing the importance of communication, vulnerability, and extraordinary leadership. Through personal anecdotes, including a pivotal moment during a train derailment, she illustrates the significance of clarity, community, and intentionality in leadership. The conversation explores how leaders can balance speed a...
In this episode, Raul interviews Mike Thorne, an executive coach and leadership expert. They discuss the importance of humanizing leadership, transparency, and vulnerability in the workplace. Mike shares his personal journey, including a significant turning point in his career that reshaped his understanding of leadership. The conversation explores how leaders can connect with their teams, the role of curiosity in leadership, and the concept of culture carriers within organizations. Mike also...
In this episode, Raul speaks with Audra Stevenson, a senior talent acquisition leader in the construction industry. They discuss the critical need for generational knowledge transfer as experienced professionals retire and younger talent enters the workforce. Audra shares her journey into HR within construction, the unique challenges the industry faces, and effective strategies for bridging the generational gap. The conversation emphasizes the importance of communication, emotional intelligen...
In this episode, Raul speaks with Ahmet Tamtekin, an expert in motivation and leadership. They explore the importance of understanding intrinsic motivation in both personal and professional contexts. Ahmet shares his journey into the field of motivation, including a pivotal experience that shaped his understanding of its significance. The conversation delves into how leaders can identify motivation within their teams, the impact of cultural and generational differences, and the role of love i...
In this episode, Ryan Vecitis shares his extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, emphasizing the importance of leadership buy-in, proactive recruiting, and the balance between technology and personal relationships. He discusses how empowering recruiters through autonomy and building strong relationships with hiring managers can lead to more effective recruitment strategies. Ryan also highlights the role of technology in streamlining processes while maintaining the human to...
In this episode, Raul speaks with John Collins, a seasoned business leader and Vistage Chair, about the importance of adaptability in leadership. They explore John's leadership journey, the role of adaptability in technology, and the challenges CEOs face in a rapidly changing business environment. The conversation emphasizes the need for resilience, the dangers of complacency, and the essential skills leaders must develop to navigate future disruptions. Takeaways -Change is inevitable; adapt...
In this episode, Raul speaks with Richard Train, a seasoned consultant with over 30 years of experience in both the private and public sectors. Richard shares his journey from a family-owned business to consulting, emphasizing the importance of effective communication, building trust, and understanding the dynamics of leadership. He discusses the interconnectedness of drama and math problems in business, the role of Vistage in supporting CEOs, and the essential qualities of humble, hungry, an...
In this episode, Raul interviews Walter Paulsen, a Vistage Chair and CEO Coach. Walter shares his extensive background in business, including his experience in Silicon Valley and his work with CEOs to enhance sales growth and company culture. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by CEOs, the importance of health and wellness, and the need for a positive company culture. Walter emphasizes the significance of taking calculated risks, maintaining work-life balance, and being deliber...
In this episode, Raul talks with Johnny Sanchez discussing his journey into recruiting, the importance of blending systems and relationships in the recruiting process, and the essential communication skills needed for success. Johnny also shares valuable advice for aspiring recruiters, emphasizing the need for mentorship and the willingness to embrace failure as a learning opportunity. The conversation highlights the evolving nature of recruiting in the face of technological advancements and ...
In this episode Raul speaks with Rick Czaplewski, a negotiation expert and cancer survivor. Rick shares his personal journey, highlighting how his experiences with cancer shaped his understanding of negotiation in both personal and professional contexts. The conversation delves into negotiation frameworks, the importance of relationships, and practical techniques for effective negotiation, especially in recruitment and HR. Rick emphasizes the significance of trust and transparency in building...
In this episode Raul speaks with Matthew Powell, a fourth-generation leader of Century Companies, about the importance of generational thinking in business. They discuss Matthew's journey into leadership, the significance of working on oneself, and the family dynamics within a business. The conversation delves into building a culture of accountability, honoring past generations, and the balance between working in and on a business. Matthew emphasizes the need for simplicity in leadership and ...
In this episode of the Right People, Right Places podcast, host Raul speaks with Chynise Cunningham, a Senior Vice President of Human Resources, about the critical collaboration between HR and recruiting. Chynise shares her journey from retail to the financial industry, emphasizing the importance of asking questions, building relationships, and recognizing the value of HR professionals. The conversation explores how effective partnerships can enhance workplace culture, retention, and overall ...
Raul reflected on 2024 as a phenomenal year of growth for Rapido Talent, highlighting significant achievements including bringing Matt Miller as a partner and expanding their fractional team. - He emphasizes the company's adaptability in the rapidly changing talent acquisition landscape, with a commitment to providing customized recruiting solutions and supporting clients' talent acquisition needs. - Raul plans to expand the podcast by bringing in new voices, including team members and recrui...
Maeve describes a comprehensive leadership development program for emerging leaders, which involves a selective two-year cohort process where participants were nominated and had to be actively engaged in learning and growth. -She emphasizes the importance of proactively preparing young professionals for leadership roles, recognizing that technical skills do not automatically translate to effective leadership. -Her approach involves customized training with third-party experts, involving exe...
In this episode, Raul provides tangible and actionable guidelines for how to discover meaning in the day-to-day grind of work. He offers this through sharing from his experience on how he's discovered it by paying attention to certain clues, persevering through hard work, and if you don't give up in the journey, you will not only grow personally... but also financially. -He described perseverance as pushing forward even when feeling uncertain, afraid, or uncomfortable, viewing it as a commit...
Matt initially entered recruiting accidentally while recovering from surgery, helping his father clean up contact information at an engineering consulting company. He emphasizes having a genuine interest in people and helping them find opportunities that could improve their career. -Matt developed a critical approach to recruiting by learning to thoroughly research companies, understand their technical needs, and target talent precisely rather than relying solely on keywords. -Matt believes ...
Raul emphasizes that experimentation in recruiting involves taking existing ideas, tweaking them, and learning from the results while building on what works and discarding what doesn't. -He explains the critical importance of experimentation has become crucial in talent acquisition due to rapid changes in the industry, particularly with the advent of AI and new technologies. -Raul highlights that experimentation and iteration creates a cycle of improvement, helping recruiters stay competitiv...
Tushar has over 20 years of experience in people and operations including roles with responsibility regionally, domestically, and globally. He's worked in anywhere from startup to midsize and large public organizations building talent acquisition, people operations, and culture. He now serves as the Chief People Officer at SPINS located in Chicago, Illinois. This episode is jam-packed with value. Although AI and technology are advancing rapidly, Tushar talks about the importance of the human...
Emily's journey into talent acquisition was unique, starting with a marketing degree and exploring various career paths before finding her passion. -She talks about how talent acquisition often finds you rather than being a planned career choice, as there's no specific degree or specialization for it. -Key advice includes: 1) The importance of trusting the process and being open to detours or side steps in one's career journey. 2) The value of taking chances on candidates with potential, e...























