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The Purple Acorn HR Morning ShowWe turned 50 [Episodes] Broadcasting LIVE from the SHRM '25 Expo Floor - Presented by ERINToday we turn [episode] 50, and there's no better way to celebrate than by going LIVE straight from the expo floor at SHRM '25 in San Diego, CA in the ERIN booth. Rhona Barnett-Pierce and Serge Boudreau interview FOUR guests for this episode, plus we hear from Dylan Oyama - a very eager intern (anyone hiring!?) - being interviewed by special guest host, George Rogers who stopped by to say hello.
Our guests are Junell Venord from SHRM DC, Jocelyn King from VirgilHR, Michael Lockett from Snappy, and Mike Stafiej from ERIN. You've been warned.
This...2025-07-011h 06
The Alder Hour with Matt AlderLIVE from the SHRM '25 Expo Floor with guest Michael DickersonHosts Jocelyn King and Rhona Barnett-Pierce are broadcasting LIVE from the San Diego Conference Center at SHRM25, talking about all things conferences - from inappropriate behavior in the Situation Room or oversized swag on Trending or Ending, we've got a great episode for you.
We are also joined by guest Michael Dickerson, CEO of Dickerson Consulting Group, to dive into all things Mental Health. This episode is presented by VirgilHR. Make sure to visit their page to learn more about them.
Catch more Purple Acorn content at PurpleAcornNetwork.com, or just swing by and say...2025-07-0128 min
WorkfluencerTrailer - Workfluencer: A Podcast Redefining Work, Content & Influence
You’ve seen their posts. You’ve shared their videos. But what’s the real story behind their influence?This is Workfluencer, a podcast about professionals who use content to challenge norms, create opportunity, and build real momentum — without needing to go “all in” as influencers.In this trailer episode, host Rhona Barnett-Pierce introduces the show’s mission and what to expect: honest, behind-the-scenes conversations with creators, leaders, and side-hustlers using content to shape careers, spark conversations, and shift entire industries from the inside.What you’ll hear: ✅ How content is becoming...2025-05-0302 min
The POZCAST: Decoding Success with Adam PosnerRhona Barnett-Pierce: The Power of Video in Recruitment & Talent Attraction00:00 Introduction to Rona Barnett-Pearse03:02 Rona's Journey into Talent Acquisition06:13 The Role of Content in Talent Attraction09:01 Navigating the Interview Process11:57 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship15:03 Building Perceptible Studios18:06 Authenticity in Video Content Creation19:35 The Art of Delegation and Trust21:25 Leveraging Video for Recruitment22:44 Creative Approaches in Client Engagement24:21 Harnessing AI Tools for Efficiency26:59 The Evolution of Podcasting in Recruitment29:45 Understanding Creative Burnout32:27 AI in Recruitment: Opportunities and Challenges35:29 Designing an Effective Talent Attraction Strategy36:37 Defining Success in Business and Life
2025-03-2843 min
Transparent HR PodcastPivot Your Career Without a Pay Cut! 💰 | Career Chat with Rhona Barnett-PierceSend us a textMeet the “Queen of Pivots”! In this Career Chat, Rhona Pierce shares how she overcame years of job search rejection after moving to the U.S. by thinking outside the box. Her 90-second video cover letter changed everything—landing her interviews almost instantly!What You’ll Learn:✅ How to pivot careers without taking a pay cut✅ Why video cover letters can transform your job search✅ How to use personal branding & networking to land better jobs✅ The power of LinkedIn voice recordings in catching recruiters' attentionIf you’re strugg...2025-03-1112 min
Transparent HR PodcastStand Out: Building Your Personal Brand in 2025 with Rhona Barnett-Pierce | Ep. 12Send us a textStanding out in today's job market is challenging, but building a strong personal brand is essential for success. This episode dives deep into the nuances of personal branding—why it matters and how to shape it effectively.- Discusses the importance of personal branding for job seekers in 2025- Explores the difference between personal brand and personal branding- Provides actionable tips for leveraging LinkedIn and social media platforms- Offers methods for showcasing expertise, even without extensive experience- Highlights community involvement as a key aspect of...2025-03-0433 min
The Candidate Experience PodcastFalling Into TA -- Rhona Barnett-PierceThanks to our sponsor candidate.fyi for their support! Listeners get 1st month free + 10% discount with promo code CEP.
candidate.fyi – the candidate experience platform that transforms your company’s interview process into a world-class experience
Welcome to the ‘Falling Into TA’ episode where Rhona Barnett-Pierce, Director of Recruiting Operations at the Leaf Group is my special guest. Rhona shares some great tips for improving the candidate journey for both companies as well as job seekers.
We cover a number of important topics in this episode including: employee retention, applicant testing, the importance of hiring managers and more. Enjoy!
If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subsc...2023-05-2622 minThe Candidate Experience PodcastFalling Into TA -- Rhona Barnett-Pierce -- TRAILERThanks to our sponsor candidate.fyi for their support! Listeners get 1st month free + 10% discount with promo code CEP.
candidate.fyi – the candidate experience platform that transforms your company’s interview process into a world-class experience
Welcome to the ‘Falling Into TA’ episode where Rhona Barnett-Pierce, Director of Recruiting Operations at the Leaf Group is my special guest. Rhona shares some great tips for improving the candidate journey for both companies as well as job seekers.
We cover a number of important topics in this episode including: employee retention, applicant testing, the importance of hiring managers and more. Enjoy!
If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subscribe whe...2023-05-2402 min
Her Next Career MoveHow to use video to share your story and get noticed with guest expert Rhona Barnett-PierceWhat is your career story? And how can you leverage it to get in the room and shine? So many of our clients have powerful stories to share but don't know where to begin in sharing them. So for today's episode, we cover just that with the help of our guest expert Rhona Barnett-Pierce. Get ready to take tons of notes!Rhona Pierce is a professional Speaker, Trainer, and Personal Branding Strategist for overlooked professionals who want to get noticed, land a job, and increase their earning potential. She’s a personal branding, salary negotiation, and...2023-04-0537 min
Talk Talent To MeTA WEEK: Leaf Group VP DEI Tara Turk-HaynesWe are live on day two of Talent Acquisition Week! And today, for the third time on this podcast, we welcome the VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Talent Management at Leaf Group, Tara Turk-Haynes. Tara has made it her mission to embed DEI into Leaf Group’s talent management strategy, with the hopes that this trend spreads across the entire industry. She explains why this mission is important to her and how she’s gone about it in her current role, as well as why she’s more likely to recruit ‘career changers,’ why the industry should pay...2023-02-2721 min