Talent Magnet Institute Podcast

The first episode of the new decade finds Mike discussing the power of connecting through podcasting. In an era where virtual connections via social media are the norm, Jon Thurmond, who is a seasoned HR practitioner and podcast co-host with Wendy Dailey, talks to Mike about how he has been able to create meaningful friendships and connect on and off the internet via their podcast and Twitter chats.  They discuss: How a missed opportunity to go to a conference turned into a Twitter chat that engaged people from 9 countries on a Sunday night (2:05) The value of connecting to a larger community (5:05) The true secret to great podcasts (31:24) “We all have the ability to build a community around us and make an impact.” (6:34) Mike Sipple, Jr.  Jon shares his experience with being laid off and how he leveraged his online relationships to find new opportunities. (11:33) He also shares some of his expertise in Human Resources and recruiting. (14:27) “It’s not just about hiring the right leaders...it’s ab