Hiring With Integrity With Kermit Randa

My guest today on Punk Rock HR is Symphony Talent CEO Kermit Randa. Listeners who work in human resources or employer branding know Symphony Talent as an organization focused on recruitment marketing, creative branding and much more that helps companies identify and hire the right people. Hiring with integrity is what they’re all about. In this…

Reinvention With ‘80s Icon Tiffany

We’re taking a break from HR and stepping back into the ‘80s! In this week’s episode, I’m co-hosting the show with Vadim Liberman, and our guest this week is singer, songwriter and actress Tiffany, known for her hit song “I Think We’re Alone Now.” Tiffany became an icon then, and her songs are still featured…

Leading Wholeheartedly With Robert Ellis

My guest for this episode of Punk Rock HR is Robert Ellis. He is the executive coach and founder of Futurosity and Coaching From Essence. Robert has nearly 30 years of experience with companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500 giants. In this episode, he explains his purpose of leading wholeheartedly, the legacy he hopes…

Adapting to Change With Melina Palmer

Ever wonder why we have a hard time adapting to change? My guest today on Punk Rock HR, Melina Palmer, has the answer. Melina is a behavioral economist who teaches applied behavioral economics at Texas A&M’s Human Behavior Lab. She’s also the host of The Brainy Business Podcast and the author of the newly released…

How to Ask For Help With Deborah Grayson Riegel

My guest today is speaker, coach and workshop facilitator Deborah Grayson Riegel. She is a Wharton, Columbia and Duke faculty member, Harvard Business Review columnist and the bestselling author of “Go To Help: 31 Strategies to Offer, Ask For, and Accept Help.” In this conversation, we talk about her work, her passions and, most importantly,…

Defying the Odds With Ruben Gonzalez

My guest today is four-time Olympian, author and speaker Ruben Gonzalez. He has a unique and fun backstory that’s led him to the career that he has today. In this episode, Ruben and I talk about his path, why he isn’t considered a natural athlete and his determination in competing in the Olympics. We also…

Live Your Life Differently With Nikki Coleman

Have you ever wondered how you could live your life differently? Then you’ve come to the right Punk Rock HR episode. This week, my guest is Dr. Nikki Coleman, a licensed psychologist, a relational wellness expert and a DEI expert. Nikki is knowledgeable about race, culture, sexuality and organizational change and, most importantly, she is…