Parent. Boss. Leader.
Laura Munson
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Parent. Boss. Leader. is a podcast for professionals and working parents who want to build their careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Host Laura Munson, VP of Sales & Strategy at ATR International, discusses leadership insights and life experiences gathered from her time in the fast-paced world of the staffing industry, all while attending to her other full-time job: motherhood. Join Laura as she talks with other industry leaders about key staffing trends and the daily issues every boss must face.
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Apr 4, 2023
S2E3 - Greg Muccio | A Candid Conversation About Empowering Job Seekers
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Southwest Airlines' Managing Director of Talent Acquisition, Greg Muccio, to discuss his career journey, leadership experiences, and the power of hope. Greg shares his passion for helping others find direction and success, and the impact of building confidence in job seekers. Listen as Greg offers invaluable advice for those looking to transition into leadership roles and tips for acing job interviews. Gain insights into the importance of genuine connections, asking thoughtful questions, and aligning opportunities with your values. Don't miss this chance to hear from a seasoned talent acquisition leader and learn how to make a difference in your career and the lives of others!
Episode Highlights:
• Saying yes to opportunities and figuring it out later
• The balance of giving up good things to achieve great things
• Realizing the importance of personal connections and applying it to future roles
• The hopelessness of being laid off and the hope that Greg’s story can give to others
• Silence is acceptable during interviews; be succinct and confident in your answers
• A good interview can compensate for a mediocre resume, so focus on engagement and communication
• And so much more!
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Mar 21, 2023
S2E2 - Alexis Rymarz | HR Leader, New Businesses & Emerging Tech, Walmart
PBL is back with a very exciting guest: Alexis Rymarz, HR Leader, New Businesses & Emerging Tech, Walmart. Alexis (who also goes by Alex) has the important distinction of being not just a great HR leader, but the proud parent of three boys. He shares his experience working at some of the most recognizable companies out there and how, no matter where you work, a truly collaborative culture of support is key to everyone’s success.
Episode Highlights:
* Alexis's background and upbringing in Paris
* Lessons from working for massive corporations
* The collaborative nature of Walmart's culture
* What Alexis loves about being a father
* The delicate balance of being a great father and a productive HR leader
* Lessons in leadership learned directly from fatherhood
* And so much more!
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Mar 7, 2023
S2E1 - Alex Mozota | Fellow Staffing Leader & Co-Founder of Drink for Pink
Welcome back to SEASON 2 of PBL! We're kicking things off with Alex Mozota, Senior Manager of Talent Operations for Maxar Technologies and the Co-Founder of Drink for Pink, a nonprofit that partners with local breweries to fight breast cancer. It’s always great to sit down with a fellow leader in the staffing industry, and this episode is no exception. We talk about the path we all take to talent acquisition and how we get to touch people’s lives. It’s important work that we wouldn't trade for the world, but as Alex points out, not many people picture this industry as their dream job when they first start out—we all have our own interesting story about how we wound up in this business! You can feel the love and passion for recruiting on this episode—not to mention Alex's drive to help others through his nonprofit work—and I know you’ll come away with actionable insights, whether you’re a hiring manager or a candidate in search of what's next.
Episode Highlights:
* The importance of matching a person’s personality with the perfect corporate culture
* Overcoming dejection when an interview doesn’t go your way and being patient with your search
* Get in touch with recruiters whenever you can! Don’t just blast your resume out and call it a day
* One of a recruiter’s main jobs is to figure out what motivates a candidate (i.e., finding the candidate’s “why”)
* Job seekers have nearly endless resources at their fingertips in the modern age—be sure to take advantage!
* Think about your path as a job seeker—will this role challenge you and spur growth?
* Tips on plotting a course towards leadership at your next role
* The story behind Drink for Pink and how to successfully lead your own nonprofit
* And more!
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Feb 21, 2023
S1E12 - Allison Netzer | The Un-corporate Person in a Corporate Environment
Today on PBL, we’ve got Allison Netzer, Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer at Nimbus and the author of Think Like a Brand, Not a Bank: 5 Practical Strategies to Unlock Innovation, Connect with Customers, and Grow. Allison has fascinating ideas about the nature of work, including how important it is to find the environment you need as opposed to the role or title. We also dive into what separates modern leadership from old ways of thinking. As Allison likes to say, “There is only so much that can be achieved by looking at what has already happened. Real opportunity comes from looking ahead.” She drops several golden nuggets of wisdom throughout the episode, including how important consistency is in order to create a brand steeped in authenticity and emotional connection. Her outlook is so unique, and by the end of the episode, I think you’ll come away with some fantastic actionable insights to make your brand more compelling—and how to thrive if you’re feeling a little un-corporate yourself!
Episode Highlights:
* The idea that you belong to a corporation (something that’s not yourself and an idea that’s problematic for Allison, even though she loves what she does)
* A bit of wisdom from Allison’s dad: you don’t need a classroom to be a teacher
* If you think about it, both leadership and brand are classrooms—both represent an exchange of information and accommodate different styles of thinking
* What inspired Allison and her co-author, Liz High, to write their celebrated book
* Why does the un-corporate individual need an emotional connection to their company’s brand?
* The importance of language, which often gets overlooked in favor of visuals when establishing a brand
* And lots more!
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Feb 7, 2023
S1E11 - Stephanie Helfer | Part 2 | The Balancing Act of Remote Work
Season 1: Episode 11
PBL is back with part two of my insightful conversation with Stephanie Helfer, Head of Expert Acquisition at Paro.ai, the AI-powered finance and accounting marketplace for businesses. For today’s discussion, we delve into the topic of remote work, a seismic shift that has changed our workplaces in major ways. But is it here to stay? Stephanie shares her opinion on what the future holds for remote work as well as tips for keeping your workforce engaged and efficient in a virtual office space. And while it may be harder (but not impossible) to stay in constant contact with employees in a remote setting, the ability to spend more time with family and take care of kids makes it all worthwhile. Working remotely is truly a balancing act that requires intention and creativity, and Stephanie has great ideas on how to find balance—and success. Let’s get into it!
Episode Highlights:
* Stephanie is truly a PBL in her own right with two teenagers at home!
* The best work setup (remote, onsite, hybrid) will depend on a person’s unique needs.
* It takes intention to keep remote employees engaged and on task.
* Remote meetings feeling stale? Trying taking a walk during your next meet!
* A major benefit of remote work is giving you more time to spend with kids (and getting them ready for the day).
* And lots more!
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Jan 30, 2023
S1E10 - Phil Johnson | Mastering Your Emotional Intelligence
I’m so excited this week to have Phil Johnson, author and creator of the Master of Business Leadership Program, a 16-week course that helps professionals access their emotional intelligence, inspirational leadership skills, higher consciousness, freedom from ego-based fear, and more. We spend much of our time discussing that first component—as it turns out, emotional intelligence can act as a “big brother” that helps us deal with anxiety in a healthy way that leads to greater business outcomes and deeper relationships. This is especially important today in our current climate of constant stress! We also break down the importance of setting better habits, since these are the driving forces that guide our day with very little variation. Set better habits, see better outcomes! These are just a few of the great lessons I learned from Phil during our discussion. Hope you get as much out of it as I did!
Episode Highlights:
* Phil’s amazing background, which includes overcoming dyslexia before it was a widely known condition
* How emotions are a bigger driving force in our lives than intellect
* How our 500-million-year-old brains don’t like change, which is increasing at an exponential rate, leading to unhealthy amounts of stress
* Only two motivators spur us to leave our comfort zones: pain and passion
* We’re only conscious about 3-5% of time—the rest of the time, we’re reliant on our habits with very little variation
* And so many more wonderful insights!
Be sure to check out Phil’s podcast: Master of Business Leadership Podcast
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Jan 10, 2023
S1E9 - Stephanie Helfer | Part 1 | Minding the Gap of Maternity Leave
Season 1: Episode 9
Happy 2023 to our wonderful PBL audience! We’re kicking the year off right with an epic two-parter. Join me for the first of two great chats with Stephanie Helfer, Head of Expert Acquisition at Paro.ai, an AI-powered marketplace that delivers finance and accounting solutions to businesses. Stephanie has worked in talent acquisition for 15 years, helping qualified and talented workers to find their “home away from home.” One thing we’re both passionate about is helping women return to the workplace after the long gap of maternity leave. It’s not always easy, but Stephanie shares some great ways to get creative when talking about it on LinkedIn or within your resume. She also explains how almost every moment in life is a prime opportunity to network, and we can all benefit from making more connections. Let’s dig in!
Episode Highlights:
* We share our passion for helping women as they return to the workplace.
* The difference between men and women when applying to new roles.
* The best ways to address gaps in your resume and make your work experience “catchy.”
* Maternity leave is more than just a gap! There are ways of talking about it creatively.
* Networking is just talking to people and connecting with them—it doesn’t have to be so official!
* And lots more!
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Dec 22, 2022
S1E8 - Andrea Brenholz | Top Lessons Learned in 2022 (A Unicorn in the Boardroom Crossover)
Season 1: Episode 8
PBL is wrapping up 2022 by interviewing a real-life unicorn! And by that I mean I had the pleasure of sitting down with ATR’s President & CEO, Andrea Brenholz, who hosts her own podcast called “Unicorn in the Boardroom.” That’s right: it’s our very first crossover episode! This was a great opportunity to have a candid chat with an old friend and trusted business partner about the top lessons we learned in 2022, a year that tested our limits in so many ways. Being in the staffing industry, we’re constantly on the edge of our seats, waiting to see what world events will come along and affect the many industries we work in (spoiler: this year did NOT disappoint). It’s not for the faint of heart, so you’ve got to love your job to make it work. In talking with Andrea, I was instantly reminded of just how much she loves hers. It’s honestly inspiring!
Enjoy the episode and have a wonderful holiday season, everyone!
Episode Highlights:
* We catch up briefly and touch on Andrea’s history with ATR
* We talk about the importance of agility to keep up with frantic changes in the staffing industry
* Andrea makes the point that loving your job is a critical piece of anyone’s business success (and leading a vibrant life)
* We discuss how stress can be handled by focusing your attention on other people—an indispensable coping mechanism that can make you unshakable
* And so many other great bits of wisdom! We won’t spoil them here.
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Dec 9, 2022
S1E7 - Ashley Hyman | Give Yourself a Little Grace
Season 1: Episode 7
Welcome back to PBL! This week I had the privilege of sitting down with Ashley Hyman, Vice President of Customer Success at Drata, a leading compliance automation platform. She’s a brilliant person who stepped away from a life in academia to transition into the business world. And wow—she’s been very successful at it, to say the least! But even throughout her success, she’s always kept in touch with her educational roots and channeled her love of learning and research into her role at Drata. Ashley has great insights about parenting, being deliberate with your time, and the hidden strength of asking for help when you need it (and lots more). As she puts it, it’s all about “giving yourself a little grace.” Enjoy the episode!
Episode Highlights:
* We touch on Ashley’s fascinating background in public health, education, and research
* Her involvement with Portfolium, an ed-tech start-up focused on helping students showcase what they’ve done in the classroom to get jobs, and how it set the tone for success in her career
* Ashley and Laura share stories of rising up as women leaders and how sometimes, depending on your work environment, the dreaded glass ceiling doesn’t always get in the way
* How Ashley’s views on having children have evolved over the years and how parenthood makes you a more effective leader
* In parenting and at work (and in balancing the two), you have to be deliberate with your time to set boundaries and get things done
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Nov 18, 2022
S1E6 - Whitney Eichinger | Leadership & Imposter Syndrome
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Whitney Eichinger | Leadership & Imposter Syndrome
Season 1: Episode 6
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Hello, PBL Listeners! I am beyond thrilled this week to be joined by Whitney Eichinger, Vice President of Culture and Engagement at Southwest Airlines. Whitney has perfected the art of keeping employees engaged with a balance of fun and strategic insights, and in doing so, she's found a way to invigorate Southwest’s already legendary culture. But even she is susceptible to the effects of imposter syndrome sometimes! We discuss Whitney’s analysis of what imposter syndrome is, how to combat it, and her unique approach to acting like a leader in virtual environments and on social media. It was such an enjoyable chat, and I hope you get as much out of it as I did.
Episode Highlights:
* We discuss Whitney’s exciting and impressive career trajectory
* A brief history of imposter syndrome and how it can affect us all at a moment’s notice
* How positive self-talk and humility can help us stave off imposter syndrome and become better leaders
* Tips and best practices for networking on social media—it’s not just busy work!
* And more!
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Nov 18, 2022
S1E5 - The Stutter & the Story of Her Journey ft. Matice Morris
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Matice Morris | The Stutter & the Story of Her Journey
Season 1: Episode 5
This Week on Parent. Boss. Leader.
The Product of My Selfishness: The Stutter and The Story is Matice’s first book. As someone who lives with life-long stutters, she encourages and educates stutterers and non-stutterers alike to build a more inclusive society. At ATR, we wholeheartedly support her efforts. Our Diversity and Inclusion Statement demonstrates our commitment to understand the needs of our leaders and employees while delivering innovative programs. We aspire to mirror the rich diversity of the communities in which we live, work, and serve.
If you are looking for success stories of someone who is paving the way for inclusion, this podcast is for you.
Episode Highlights:
* Learn about Matice’s career journey with her stutter
* Hear lessons learned of perseverance in the business world amid significant communication challenges…
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Jun 7, 2022
S1E4 - Life & Leadership from a Navy Seal
Henry Guevara is a Navy Seal transitioning into the private sector workforce after completing his US military service this June 2022. At ATR International, we know those who return to the workforce after their military service face unique barriers to employment, and we provide the additional support and career counseling necessary for reacclimating to civilian life. That's why we created _ATR’s Military Commitment_, a program that focuses on placing veterans in both contract and internal positions throughout America.
Whether you want career counseling as you reenter the workforce or simply need a flexible job, ATR has your back.
This Week on Parent. Boss. Leader.
* Learn about Henry’s personal experience as a Navy Seal
* Hear lessons learned from serving in the military and how being a Navy Seal has impacted his parenting
* Gain an inside look at the community service work Navy Seals do
* Understand the unique skills those serving their country bring to the table in thei…
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May 2, 2022
S1E3 - Philip Dana | On the Strength of One Link: Lessons from Living Abroad, the Navy, and Michael Jordan
Phil Dana is Chief Human Resources Officer at AskBio, a board member of CommSafe, and a proud Navy Veteran. He is a prime example of envisioning exactly what you want out of life and going out and grabbing it. We talk about the many life lessons Phil has gleaned from his time living abroad, his military service, and his admiration for none other than NBA legend Michael Jordan. In Phil’s experience, the practice of writing down precisely what you want out of your career and manifesting it in your life has really paid off. After learning in the Navy that “on the strength of one link of the cable dependeth the might of the chain,” Phil went on to become a respected human resources professional at a leading-edge company that works to cure diseases once thought incurable through gene therapy. I hope you come away from his story as inspired as I was!
This Week on Parent. Boss. Leader.:
∙ The impact of living abroad on Phil’s life and work
∙ The lessons learned from serving in…
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Apr 4, 2022
S1E2 - Women in Leadership | DEI Efforts That Stand Out
In this episode, Laura discusses DEI efforts within ASML that sets them apart from other companies.
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Mar 1, 2022
S1E1 - Women in Leadership | Workplace Challenges, ERGs, and Diversity in the Workforce
In this episode, Laura discusses leadership challenges, ERGs (employee resource groups), and diversity in the workforce with Cheryl from BlueCross BlueShield of Louisiana.
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Feb 22, 2022
Parent. Boss. Leader. Launches March 1, 2022!
Parent. Boss. Leader. is a podcast for professionals and working parents who want to build their careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Laura Munson, VP of Sales & Strategy at ATR International, leads the national sales team and offers strategic partnerships to client companies. She knows all too well that the staffing industry is fast-paced and requires strong business acumen, but most importantly, it offers the gift of changing people’s lives. In each episode, she shares leadership insights and experiences that deal with everyday issues and trends affecting leaders across industries.
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