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The Open Talent ReportEp. #98 | The Freelancer Revolution - Jon Younger (Forbes)Connor had the pleasure of chatting with Jon Younger, HR thought leader, Forbes contributor and independent consultant. Jon Younger is a leader in all things future of work and independent work. During the podcast Connor and Jon discuss an array of topics from:The Freelancer RevolutionThe importance of putting freelancers firstThe need for talent intelengence in businessThe need for a focus on community and talent benefitsConnect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrmconnorheaney/Connect with Jon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-younger-phd-57a41455/ or jcyounger@mac.comV...2024-06-211h 07The Open Talent ReportEp. #93 | Unlocking Success: Direct Sourcing Best Practices, Lessons Learned, and Proven Strategies - Saleem Khaja (WorkLlama), Mark Jones (AMS)Ready to take your direct sourcing game to the next level? Gain invaluable insights and strategies that will propel your sourcing efforts forward by listening to our webinar.Experts include: Mark Jones, Executive Vice President of AMS, Saleem Khaja, COO & Co-Founder of WorkLlama, and Connor Heaney, Managing Director of CXC Global EMEA.You'll discover...Proven strategies for successful direct sourcingLessons learned from industry leadersHow to operationalise direct sourcingBest practices to optimise your sourcing processExclusive tips to overcome common direct sourcing challengesConnect with our experts:Connect with Mark: ht...2024-04-161h 02The Open Talent ReportEp. #88 | The Extended Workforce - Jon Holden (Aventi Solutions)2024-01-3155 min
The Greg Heaney Music Podcast ShowEpisode 5: Holly ConnorThis is an extra special podcast episode. I welcome my friend / intern Holly Connor to speak about her experiences in music. We not only talk music but also play a selection of songs. We recorded the episode before the holidays in 2023 hit, so there's a couple of Christmas tunes, and I apologize for not getting it out there for folks to enjoy during the holiday season. We also throw in some Taylor Swift for all you Swifties, as well as a rendition of "Let It Go" from Frozen to close the episode ... I selfishly wanted to record that song for...2024-01-201h 22The Open Talent ReportEp. #87 | The Past, Present and Future of VMS’s - Mark Zolkos (Flextrack)2024-01-1650 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #86 | Remote-first and The Remote Work Revolution - John Riordan (Grow Remote)2024-01-0356 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #85 | Open Talent: Leveraging a Global Workforce - John Winsor (Open Assembly)2023-12-1358 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #84 | Are You a Leader? - Sonya Shelton (Executive Leadership Consulting)2023-11-2958 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #83 | The journey from staffing, to MSP, to workforce management tech - Jill Bassett (SAP Fieldglass)2023-11-151h 03The Open Talent ReportEp. #82 | The power of a global team, skills-based hiring and async working - Nadia Vatalidis (TestGorilla)2023-10-2459 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #81 | Exploring the Evolving Landscape of Payroll and IC Compliance - Mel Mallinak (The Populus Group)2023-10-1852 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #79 | Your People are your Advantage - Rob Marley (AGS)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Rob Marley, Executive Director of Operations at Allegis Global Solutions (AGS). AGS builds global workforce solutions that help companies transform people into a competitive business advantage.For AGS , it is not merely a matter of filling seats. Their approach revolves around designing workforces that are purposefully aligned with their missions. By constructing a workforce that harnesses human enterprise, AGS ensures that every employee contributes to making a significant impact.During the episode Connor & Rob cover: Rob’s StoryThe Evolution of MSP SectorIntelligent Wor...2023-07-041h 02The Open Talent ReportEp. #80 | Revolutionizing MSP Solutions - Rory Spanier (360 Talent Solutions)2023-07-0459 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #78 | Tech Talent Hub: Latin America - Tomas O'Farrell (Workana)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Tomas O’Farrell, Co-founder & CEO of Workana, an established tech startup that helps startups and tech-companies get matched with selected, remote, full-time developers from Latin America.During the episode Connor & Tomas cover: Tomas’s StoryWhat problems Workana is solving?US - Interest for Overseas TalentEqual Opportunity to WorkAfrica - Hidden Talent PoolLabour Market Paradox - How to resolve it?Education for the Future of WorkFinancial Services for FreelancersPerks & Benefits for FreelancersRegular Job OpportunityWorking with Large EnterprisesAutomation & Job DisplacementHR Tech - Bubble or not?Inspiration behin...2023-06-1441 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #77 | Right Leader, Right Time - Robert Jordan (InterimExecs)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Robert Jordan, book author and CEO of InterimExecs, which matches top executives with companies around the world. Based on research with thousands of leaders and companies, he and Olivia Wagner wrote Right Leader Right Time: Discover Your Leadership Style for a Winning Career and Company.During the episode Connor & Robert cover: Robert’s StoryWhat problems Interim Execs is solving?Leadership Roles Expiration DateInspiration behind the book4 Leadership StylesCompany Culture in the Remote EraWork During PandemicLabour Market Paradox - How to solve it?USA Com...2023-06-0636 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #76 | The Nowhere Office - Julia Hobsbawm (Bloomberg)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Julia Hobsbawm, award-winning and bestselling author, columnist for Bloomberg, speaker, consultant and broadcaster on future of work. Julia recently published her sixth book “The Nowhere Office: Reinventing Work and the Workplace of the Future”. Tune in to find out more about Julia’s book, along with:Julia’s StoryThe Nowhere Office Remote work - Not “one-size-fits-all”Adjusting Central Business DistrictsOffices with Living QuartersDeskless vs. Knowledge Workers (in)equalityTalent Scarcity - What’s driving it?Automation & Jobs DisplacementEducation for the Future of WorkDiscrimination in the Labour Market...2023-06-0639 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #75 | Cracking the Contingent Workforce Code - Darren Morris (CXC Australia & New Zealand)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Darren Morris, Managing Director at CXC Australia. Darren is an expert in contingent workforce management, EOR & AOR. During the episode Connor & Darren discuss: Darren’s StoryThe Evolution of StaffingCandidate Experience AI & Chat GPT Discrimination in the Labour MarketTalent Scarcity Crisis - How to solve it?Education for the Jobs of the FutureRemote work - Are offices dead? Automation & Job DisplacementHR Tech - Bubble or not? Connect with Darren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjmorris/Connect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrmcon...2023-06-061h 02The Open Talent ReportEp. #74 | Trust, Tech, and TA - Navigating the Future of Hiring - Mike Smith (Randstand Enterprise)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Mike Smith, Chief Executive of Randstad Enterprise with over 18 years of experience in the talent acquisition industry. Mike’s focus is on building long-term strategic relationships with the world's largest corporations, helping to solve complex talent challenges and creating sustainable business value and agility. During the episode Connor & Mike cover: Mike’s StoryInspiration to Work in the IndustryRandstad's Talent Trends Report - Key FindingsHow to Approach Resource Demand Planning?Labour Market Paradox - How to resolve itFinding Talent: Digital Blockchain PilotThe Evolution of StaffingAutomation and Jo...2023-05-2553 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #73 | Global Tech Layoffs: Impact on the Future of Work - John Smith (CXC Americas)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to John Smith, co-founder and Managing Director of CXC Americas. During the episode Connor & John discuss: John’s StoryWhat it takes to be a successful founder?EOR & AOR Services TrendMissing Expertise in the IndustrySilicon Valley Bank Collapse What challenges does CXC solve for?Talent Scarcity - Why it happens and how to solve it?Discrimination in the Labour MarketCan job application process be easier?Remote Work - curse or a cure?Automation, AI & Job DisplacementPredictions for the Future of Work Connect with John...2023-05-1557 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #72 | From Ireland to New Zealand: Navigating the Future of Work - Scott Wilson (Aventi Global Limited)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Scott Wilson, Head Of Workforce Management Consulting at Aventi Global Limited. During the episode Connor & Scott discuss: Scott’s StoryWhat is Aventi solving for?Total Workforce OverviewResource Demand Planning & SupplyGlobal Rollout - Tech & ComplianceGovernment Taxation AuthoritiesSOW Services & Procurement Remote Work - Curse or a cure?Education for the Jobs of the FuturePredictions for the Future of WorkConnect with Scott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-wilson-11114512/Connect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrmconnorheaney/Visit...2023-05-041h 03The Open Talent ReportEp. #71 | The EOR Ethos for Contingent Global Labor - Angela Alberty (myBasePay)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Angela Alberty, CCWP, the co-founder and CBO at myBasePay. Having studied workforce trends and shifts an entire professional career spanning over a decade, Angela is an expert in the human capital sector. She is a thought leader and advocates for the worker population with a specialized focus on Contingent Workers. During the episode Connor & Angela discuss: Angela’s StoryMotivation to work in the industryKnowledge Workers vs. Low Choice Workers EU Directive on Platform WorkersAutomation & Job DisplacementBias in ChatGPTDiscrimination in the Labour MarketBanking System for Non-pe...2023-03-3057 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #70 | Navigating the Scale-Up Journey – Sanket Merchant (Partner at PeakSpan Capital)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Sanket Merchant, partner at PeakSpan Capital, a leading growth-stage investment firm with more than $1.5B AUM and 70+ scale-up partnerships. PeakSpan aims to be the partner of choice for B2B software entrepreneurs and teams helping entrepreneurs achieve the best possible outcome for their businesses through deep domain expertise, hands-on assistance, and a commitment to sensible scaling.During the episode Connor & Sanket discuss: Sanket’s StoryWhat is PeakSpan solving for?Investment ClimateQuantitative Easing in Western EconomiesThe EOR/AOR Market EvaluationLabour Market Paradox - Ho...2023-03-271h 04
Down To BusinessExecutive Chair: Connor Heaney of CXC GlobalJoining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Connor Heaney, MD and Co-Founder of CXC Global.2023-03-1814 minDown To BusinessExecutive Chair: Connor Heaney of CXC GlobalJoining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Connor Heaney, MD and Co-Founder of CXC Global.2023-03-1814 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #69 | Hire From Anywhere Pitfalls - John Lee (WFA)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to John Lee, Co-Founder of Work from Anywhere (WFA), technology that helps organisation quickly assess the risks of remote work and provides solutions to deliver a compliant work from anywhere strategy. Some of the topics Connor & John discuss: John’s StoryWhat Challenges is WFA Solving? Most Common Risks Companies FacePermanent Establishment RiskHiring Globally - DE&ILabour Market Paradox - How to resolve it?HR Tech - Bubble or not?Automation & Job DisplacementUniversal Basic IncomeFuture of Work PredictionsConnect with John: https://www.linkedin.com/i...2023-03-0857 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #68 | What made Israel a Startup Nation? - Raz Chorev (CWS Israel)On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Raz Chorev, CEO of CWS Israel, contingent workforce services company. Raz embodies the Remote Work lifestyle, being and having a truely global workforce in CWS Israel. During the episode Connor & Raz discuss: Raz Chorev StoryIsrael - Entrepreneurial HavenTalent Scarcity - How to solve it?Remote work - cure or a curseDeskless & Knowledge WorkersCompliance in IsraelForeign workers in IsraelAutomation & Job DisplacementBias in ChatGPTFuture of Work PredictionsConnect with Raz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/razchorev/Connect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in...2023-03-0746 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #67 | Contingent Workforce Evolution - Michael PelletierOn this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Michael Pelletier, Contingent Workforce Management Leader that worked for Meta, Zillow, and Accenture. Some of the topics Connor & Michael discuss: Michael’s StoryContingent Workforce Sector EvolutionTalent Marketplace & MSP IntegrationOne-Stop Shop Talent Management TechnologyResource Demand Planning EfficiencyDirect Sourcing Use CaseWhat to look for in Direct Sourcing ProviderGoing Global with MSP and VMS ProviderLabour Market Paradox - How to resolve itWhat is broken with the hiring process?Automation & Job DisplacementRemote work - curse or a curePredictions for the Future of WorkConnect with M...2023-03-0655 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #66 | Building a Freelance Community - Jonathan Younger (Agile Talent Collaborative)On this episode of The Open Talent Report listen to Jonathan Younger, HR thought-leader, author, advisor, board member, and early stage investor in HR tech startups. During this episode Connor & Jonathan discuss:Jon’s take on US Labour Market changesBuilding a Freelance CommunityIndependent professionals and gig workersMiddle East & African freelance platformsFreelance platform consolidationUtilisation of labour platformsFuture of Work PredictionsConnect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrmconnorheaney/Connect with Jonathan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-younger-phd-57a41455/Visit CXC: www.cxcglobal.com2023-01-0451 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #65 | Universal Workforce Model - Bruce Morton & Simon Bradberry (Allegis Global Solutions)Allegis Global Solutions’ (AGS) vice president of EMEA Simon Bradberry and global head of strategy Bruce Morton discuss a new framework to rethink how work gets done, The Universal Workforce Model™, which leads to better outcomes, enhanced productivity and happier workforces. They cover everything from the evolution of staffing, talent scarcity and automation to what’s in store for the future of work and why it’s imperative for the C-suite to embark on a journey to harmonized workforce strategy and management. During this conversation Connor, Simon & Bruce discuss:Bruce & Simon story - How did they g...2022-12-291h 13The Open Talent ReportEp. #64 | Contingent Workforce Strategies - Jeff NugentThis week's guest on The Open Talent Report is Jeff Nugent, Global Contingent Workforce Management Strategist. During this conversation Connor and Jeff discuss:Jeff Nugent storyWhat problems or challenges Jeff is solvingLabour Market Paradox – How to resolve it?Tools for Winning the War on TalentThe Evolution of StaffingTalent Market Places, do they have a role to play in the War for TalentAutomation and Jobs DisplacementHR Tech - Bubble or not?What is in store for the Future of WorkConnect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrmconnorheaney/2022-11-221h 07The Open Talent ReportEp. #63 | The Working World for Everyone - Joseph Williams (Clu)This week's guest on The Open Talent Report is Joseph Williams, CEO and Co-founder of Clu, the inclusive recruitment platform. During this conversation Connor and Joseph discuss:Joseph Williams storyWhat problems or challenges is Clu solvingWhy does diversity matter?Why are people excluded when they are included?Tools for winning the war on talent and helping organisations cope with talent scarcityTalent Market Places, do they have a role to play in the War for TalentAutomation and Jobs DisplacementHR Tech- bubble or notWhat is in store for the Future of WorkConnect with Connor: https://www.l...2022-11-1658 minThe Open Talent ReportEp. #62 | Commission-Free Freelancing - Indy Gregg (Wedo)This week's guest on The Open Talent Report is Indy Gregg, CEO and founder of Wedo, commission-free freelancing platform for independent contractors. During this conversation Connor and Indy discuss:Indy Gregg's story What challenges is Wedo solving?Availability of financial services for freelancersTalent marketplaces - Low utilization of workers Post-Covid trends: Digital nomadsCreating company culture in the remote eraLabour Law - classification of independent contractorsAutomation impact and job displacementFuture of WorkConnect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrmconnorheaney/Connect with Indy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/indianagregg/Visit CXC: www...2022-10-2551 min