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Each episode features insights from our team's experience, candid discussions with industry leaders, and practical strategies that shape how we work, hire, and grow together. From building high-performing teams to leveraging cutting-edge technology, we explore the real stories and strategies behind successful workplace relationships.
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S2E16: Nice Business or No Business: Why Trust and Culture Drive Growth
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 h
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S2E15: Sales, Strategy, and Sustainable Success: A CEO’s Playbook
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,
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S2E14: Operationalizing Recruiting To Elevate & Deepen Relationships
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
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S2E13: Negotiating Successfully In Life & Business
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 transpa
2 days ago1 min read


S2E12: Thinking In Centuries When Building Thriving Company Culture
In this episode Raul speaks with Matthew Powell, a fourth-generation leader of Century Companies, about the importance of generational...
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S2E11: HR & TA Working Together To Make a Difference
In this episode, Raul speaks with Chynise Cunningham, a Senior Vice President of Human Resources, about the critical collaboration...
Aug 221 min read


S1E10: Reflecting On 2024 Looking Forward To 2025
Raul reflected on 2024 as a phenomenal year of growth for Rapido Talent, highlighting significant achievements including bringing Matt...
Dec 30, 20241 min read


S1E9: Building A Leadership Culture That Delivers An ROI
Maeve describes a comprehensive leadership development program for emerging leaders, which involves a selective two-year cohort process...
Dec 20, 20241 min read


S1E8: Purpose That Helps You Persevere Leading to Profits
Raul provides tangible and actionable guidelines for how to discover meaning in the day-to-day grind of work. He offers this through...
Dec 14, 20241 min read


S1E7: What It Takes To Be a Top Recruiter
Matt initially entered recruiting accidentally while recovering from surgery, helping his father clean up contact information at an...
Dec 6, 20241 min read


S1E6: The Role of Experimentation in Recruiting
Raul emphasizes that experimentation in recruiting involves taking existing ideas, tweaking them, and learning from the results while...
Nov 6, 20241 min read


S1E5: Leading With Insight Leading With Care
Tushar has over 20 years of experience in people and operations including roles with responsibility regionally, domestically, and...
Aug 28, 20241 min read


S1E4: Unconventional Road To Talent Acquisition
Emily's journey into talent acquisition was unique, starting with a marketing degree and exploring various career paths before finding...
Jul 17, 20241 min read


S1E3: Making The Entrepreneurial Leap
Raul Mendoza has been in talent acquisition for 20 years, starting on the agency side and then moving to in-house corporate recruiting...
Jun 25, 20241 min read


S1 E2: Entrepreneur Vs Intrapreneur
The world needs entrepreneurs…. and intrapreneurs. I’m joined by Andrew Schwabe to discuss the differences and similarities between...
Apr 12, 20241 min read


S1 E1: From Bugs to Barber
Barbering is all about relationship. Without relationships, you have no business, no shop, and you certainly have no need for top-notch...
Mar 15, 20241 min read
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