The POZCAST: Decoding Success with Adam Posner

00:00 Introduction and Background14:20 The Realities of Startup Life18:42 Challenges of Leadership24:39 Rebranding to Wellfound26:32 Recruiting for Startups vs. Large Enterprises28:20 Managing Expectations and Building Employer Branding31:16 Addressing Biases in AI36:53 Qualities to Look for in Candidates46:53 Defining Success: Freedom and Autonomy

FIRST AIRED: 6/23/23 My guest on E272 of #thePOZcast is Jesse Cole, The Man In The Yellow Tux himself! Jesse is the founder and owner of Fans First Entertainment, home to the Savannah Bananas as well as The Party Animals baseball teams. Jesse created Banana Ball, which is a twist on classic baseball meant to be the most entertaining, engaging, and fan-first event in the game. Jesse got his start as a leader in the sports and entertainment worlds at age 23 when he was appointed GM of the Gastonia Grizzlies. When ticket sales were moving slowly, he jumped into introducing first-class entertainment into the world of baseball. Many summarize the end-product of Banana Ball to being like the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball, but as you guys are about to find out Jesse has built and continues to build so much more. I’m thrilled to have this guy on the show, and we are about to dig in so buckle up! Check out the team at https://thesavannahbananas.com/ and findyouryellowtux.com for any info on Jesse's speaking or books. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/thepozcast #thePOZcast is brought to you by our friends at Interseller – the prospecting + outreach platform of recruiters and sellers. Check out a free demo today! https://bit.ly/2Fbm/BZ Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and Twitter @AdamJPosner.eth For more, please visit www.thePOZcast.com

00:00 Introduction and Background09:28 Jared's Journey from Architecture to Digital Marketing13:08 Noble Studios' Bread and Butter: Web Development and Performance Marketing16:01 Building Strong Client Relationships through Anticipation and Ownership18:25 From Order Taker to Trusted Consultant: The Key to Agency Success23:22 Building a Strong Company Culture25:55 Monetizing Passion and Redefining Success28:36 AI as a Tool, Not a Threat32:20 The Power of Curiosity and Continuous Learning37:26 Promoting Sustainability and Taking Care of the Planet

00:00 Introduction and Background05:01 Finding Meaning and Purpose in Life07:06 The Role of Faith and Its Evolution09:10 Money as a Fuel for Options20:01 The Power of Coaching and Empowerment22:36 The Lie of Modern Education25:21 Leveraging Existing Skills27:16 The Reality of Entrepreneurship30:17 The Value of Practical Skills33:11 Opting for Growth and Challenges39:14 Being Okay with What God Thinks41:28 No Such Thing as a Shortcut

00:00 Introduction and Gali Arnon's Background11:16 The Attraction to Fiverr and Changing Perceptions18:09 Supporting Freelancers and Building Community21:46 Fiverr's Role in Helping Freelancers Manage Business25:08 Embracing AI as a Tool in the Creative Space27:11 Addressing Job Loss Concerns30:09 Mastering AI Capabilities34:36 Ensuring Women Are Not Left Behind in AI Adoption36:28 Exploring Blockchain and Web338:53 Hiring for Curiosity, Resilience, and Passion43:45 Defining Success

00:00 Introduction to Michael Browning and Unleashed Brands03:08 Early Life and Entrepreneurial Journey04:09 The Power of Data in Business05:42 Building Urban Air Adventure Park08:04 Focusing on the Target Audience09:32 Learning from Mistakes and Making Data-Driven Decisions11:27 Site Selection and Considerations13:24 Differentiating Between Walk-In Guests and Event Guests15:14 Modeling Success for Children19:38 The Importance of Accountability and Values22:30 Setting Achievable Brand Standards in Franchising24:21 Handling Crisis and Ensuring Safety26:04 Building Successful Teams29:37 Future Trends in the Kid-Focused Industry32:01 Prioritizing Consumer Value35:36 Embracing the Challenges of Entrepreneurship37:44 Bringing Joy to Families and Creating Positive Experiences

00:00 Putting People First: The Key to Accountability and Success in Business05:46 The Challenges of Recruiting and the Issue of Ghosting11:40 Creating a Positive Work Environment: The Role of HR19:46 Supporting Employees' Dreams: The Power of Purposeful Commitment21:14 Detaching from the Result: The Path to Continuous Improvement

00:00 Introduction: The Human Element in a Tech-Driven World03:20 The Need for the Human Touch in a Fast-Paced Tech Space07:06 The Impact of Remote Work on the Human Experience08:30 Innovations for More Human Connection in the Physical Space12:14 Parenting and Technology: Finding the Balance14:12 You Disrupted: Embracing Change and Taking Action15:10 The Hive: Focusing on Human Engagement and AI16:05 Creating Engaging Experiences with Authenticity17:04 The Concerns and Excitement Surrounding AI19:30 Words of Wisdom: Embracing Cooperation and Authenticity

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Sponsorship03:04 The Impact of the Pandemic on Mental Health04:22 Creating an Open and Supportive Environment07:41 Leadership's Role in Championing Mental Health09:09 Approaching Mental Health Discussions10:08 Challenges and Benefits of Remote Work13:54 The Potential Impact of AI on Mental Health15:43 Addressing Ageism in the Workforce16:40 Strategies for Struggling Well at Work18:31 Conclusion and Michael's Book

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Vizier03:14 Using Data to Drive Impactful Changes05:29 Micro Changes and Biases in Organizations06:46 The Power of Listening and Awareness09:08 Trends and Collaborations in HR Tech10:36 The Pitfalls of AI Technology12:23 Utilizing AI as a Tool for Efficiency13:23 Data Security and Ethical Use of AI15:32 Importance of Transparency and Trust16:34 Conclusion and Call to Action

00:00 From Immigrant Parents to Entrepreneurship05:19 Building a Gender-Neutral Fashion Brand09:53 Overcoming Funding and Supply Chain Challenges20:09 Authenticity and Care20:19 Clothing Has No Gender21:18 Inclusivity vs. Exclusivity22:36 Financial Progress25:45 Starting with Jeans28:11 The Challenge of Capital29:28 Building a Community31:07 Small Team, Big Impact34:40 Expanding the Product Line36:24 The Next Levi's

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Shared Passion for Cacio e Pepe01:26 Getting into HR and Witnessing Workplace Changes04:17 The Evolution of HR and Employee Benefits05:38 Challenges of Maternity Leave and Work-Life Balance06:49 Driving Change in HR and Leaving Large Companies09:34 Transformation in HR and the Impact of the Pandemic11:31 Empowering Managers and Balancing Policies13:26 Pivoting to Consulting and Joining Bonusly18:08 Challenges and Learning Curves in New Roles18:59 Instilling Agency in Decision-Making21:38 The Art of Giving Feedback24:26 Interview Questions: Thriving and Struggling Moments27:00 Navigating SHRM National and Introducing Bonusly 

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage01:22 Conflicts over Paid Leave03:06 Finding a Balance with Sick Leave04:33 The Need for National Regulation on Family Leave06:03 The United States' Lack of Support for New Mothers08:23 The Misuse of AI in Recruiting10:41 The Importance of Pay Transparency and Equity11:39 Insights from 'Get Pay Right'13:35 Closing Thoughts and Words of Advice  

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Power of Curiosity03:06 Unmuting Yourself: Expressing Thoughts, Wants, and Needs05:21 Defining Culture: Beliefs, Practices, and Values06:20 Valuing Employees and Providing Career Trajectories07:17 Investing in Oneself and Saying Yes to Opportunities09:11 The Power of Saying No and Focusing on Strengths13:01 Recognizing the Cost of Self-Silencing and the Possibilities of Unmuting14:27 Accepting Invitations and Believing in Qualifications19:36 Embracing Life as a Gift and Making a Transformational Impact 

00:00 The Entrepreneurial Journey: From Childhood to Business Success08:02 Navigating Controversy: The Intersection of Alcohol and Caffeine12:56 Leadership and Team Management: Balancing Assertiveness and Empathy24:02 Cultural Impact and Brand Relevance: Adapting to Market Dynamics27:35 Journey of Personal Growth and Entrepreneurship