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| Compensation Principles All HRIS Pros Must Know With Scott Trumpolt GRP | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:55:26 | |
In this episode https://hriscareers.com/blog/scott-trumpolt, compensation consultant Scott Trumpolt, G.R.P. shares how he transitioned into compensation, highlights the importance of HRIS systems in pay analytics, and breaks down certifications like the GRP and CCP. With 30 years of experience, Scott offers a global perspective on pay structure design, market-based compensation, and the strategic role of HR.
00:00 – Intro and Welcome 01:14 – Meet Scott Trumpolt 02:00 – Entering the HR Field 04:30 – Mentorship and Data-Driven Compensation 07:15 – Strategic Value of HR 12:00 – Critical Comp Concepts for HRIS Pros 17:00 – Common Consulting Projects 20:00 – Inflation and Market Adjustments 25:00 – Cost of Labor Models 34:00 – GRP vs CCP Certification 40:00 – Compensation Tools and Budgets 46:00 – Fun Lightning Round If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Why Employees Smuggle AI Into Work | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:08:53 | |
Why Do Employees Smuggle AI Into Work? https://hriscareers.com/podcast BBC article that inspired the idea. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn7rx05xg2go If you are willing to come on to talk about this topic email troy.wallace@hriscareers.com If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| 2024 HR Technology Conference Recap & HRISY Awards! | 04 Nov 2024 | 00:24:19 | |
In this solo episode, host Troy Wallace shares his experiences attending the 2024 HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas. Offering practical insights and tips for future attendees, Troy breaks down what to expect, from must-visit vendors to event highlights. He explores networking opportunities, conference logistics, and essential survival tips for navigating the vast expo floor. Notably, Troy introduces the first-ever "HRISY Awards" his take on recognizing standout vendors and booths. Plus, Troy announces a fun listener incentive: the first comments on YouTube or Spotify will receive an exclusive HRIS Careers t-shirt!
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| He Wrote The Book on HRIS Implementation Greg Laney, Author, Transforming HR: A Journey Through HRIS Implementation | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:53:36 | |
HRIS Careers Podcast features Greg Laney, the Director of HR Technology at Cor Partners and author of Transforming HR: A Journey Through HRIS Implementation https://amzn.to/3N48ofH. Greg shares how he transitioned into HR technology, his experiences with large-scale HRIS projects, and advice for selecting integration partners. This episode is packed with insights on navigating the complexities of HR tech while keeping things fun with a few Seinfeld references along the way. Here's what we cover: If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| A Jazz Infused Walk Through The HRIS Software Marketplace | 23 Sep 2024 | 00:17:37 | |
A Jazz Infused Walk Through The HRIS Software Marketplace with a Vegas Vibe. This episode was prompted by a friend from high school that is a very accomplished software sales executive. But not in the HR software space. He just became the Chief Revenue Officer of a compensation planning software company and needed a better a grasp of the HR software marketplace. If you want to know who the company is email me at troy.wallace@hriscareers.com or ask in the comments. I decided to make a quick overview of the entire HR software landscape for him. I did concentrate on the over 1000 employee market and you will hear me reference the 1000 – 3000 employee market since he thought that would be his initial focus with the software.
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| Will A Certification in Change Management Ignite Your HRIS Career With Aubrey Morse | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:45:21 | |
In this episode of the HRIS Careers Podcast (https://hriscareers.com/podcast), host Troy Wallace explores how change management impacts HRIS projects with Aubrey Morse, a Senior Project Manager at the University of Michigan. Aubrey holds a Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) certification from the Association of Change Management Professionals (ACMP). With a background in Biology and Health Administration, Aubrey shares her journey into change management, the process of obtaining her CCMP, and the value it has added to her career. The discussion covers key topics like the importance of change management in IT and HRIS projects, the challenges of gaining certification, and the role of change management in ensuring project success. Aubrey also shares insights into the “IKEA effect” and how engaging stakeholders early in the change process can significantly impact project outcomes.
0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Meet Aubrey Morse 4:00 - Aubrey’s journey from Biology to Change Management 10:00 - The role of Change Management in IT projects 15:00 - Understanding the “IKEA effect” 20:00 - The CCMP certification process 35:00 - The impact of AI on Change Management 43:00 - Final thoughts and advice from Aubrey Morse #ChangeManagement, #HRIS, #ProjectManagement, #CCMP, #Leadership, #AI, #CareerDevelopment, #Technology, #Certification, #ITProjects, #BusinessTransformation If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Masterclass In How To Recruit HRIS And Payroll Talent With Nick Day CEO JGA Recruitment | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:28:25 | |
In the latest episode of the HRIS Careers Podcast, hosted by Troy Wallace, we had the pleasure of speaking with Nick Day, the CEO of JGA Recruitment. Based in the UK, Nick’s firm specializes in Payroll and HRIS recruiting. Beyond his role at JGA, Nick is also a prolific content creator, hosting the popular The Payroll Podcast and The HR L&D Podcast. With his deep expertise in payroll recruitment and his recent expansion into the U.S. market, Nick shares valuable insights that are crucial for anyone navigating the complex world of Payroll and HRIS. Listen On Key Takeaways:
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Chapter Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Nick Day and JGA Recruitment If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| UKG Layoffs : A Thoughtful Analysis And What To Do Next If You Are Impacted | 12 Jul 2024 | 00:22:13 | |
UKG Layoffs : A Thoughtful Analysis And What To Do Next If You Are Impacted. We dig into the 2200 employee layoff at UKG over the 4th of July Holiday. We discuss:
Sources Referenced: https://www.wlrn.org/business/2024-07-04/jobs-layoffs-technology https://www.techtarget.com/searchhrsoftware/news/366592992/Amid-layoffs-UKG-is-hiring-especially-in-India If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Talent Aquisition Tech Stack For The Rest Of Us With Tim Sackett | 15 Jun 2024 | 00:39:07 | |
Welcome to the HRIS Careers Podcast (https://hriscareers.com/podcast) In this episode, we feature Tim Sackett, a 20-year HR/Recruiting Talent Pro with a Master’s in HR and a SHRM-SCP. Tim is the President at HRU Technical Resources. He is a prolific writer and speaker on all things HR, with extensive knowledge in Talent Acquisition and the technology impacting it. He shares his insights on Twitter and his blog at TimSackett.com. Our thanks to Laurie Ruettimann and her Punk Rock HR Podcast (https://laurieruettimann.com/podcast/) for recommending Tim. Listen On
Tim recently released his new book, "The Talent Fix Volume 2: A Leader's Guide to Recruiting Great Talent" (Amazon: https://amzn.to/3xt4AAy) which we discuss in this episode. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation: Key Takeaways:
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Chapter Timestamps: If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| How To Solve Non-Desked Worker Communication With Nico Benezon CEO of Humand | 03 Jun 2024 | 00:54:15 | |
Welcome to the HRIS Careers podcast hosted by Troy Wallace. In today's episode, we have an inspiring interview with Nico Benenzon, Co-Founder of Humand.co, a Y Combinator Class of '22 company, focuses on solving the problem of non-desked employees. Nico shares his journey of building the company, the challenges he faced, and how Humand.co is making a significant impact in the HR tech space. Listen On Here are the key takeaways: 💡 Solving Non-Desked Workers' Issues Humand.co is addressing the unique challenges faced by non-desked employees, providing seamless digital solutions to enhance communication and HR processes. 🔄 Transition from Facebook Workplace With Facebook Workplace sunsetting, Humand.co offers a lifeline to current users, ensuring a smooth transition and continued efficiency. 🎓 How Humand Got Into Y Combinator Nico shares his perseverance and determination, taking three tries to get accepted into one of the most prestigious startup incubators in the world. 🎤 Lightning Round Insights Don't miss the lightning round at the 28-minute mark where Nico reveals his vision for Humand's future. 🔗 Get Your Demo: HRISCareers.com/humand Resources Mentioned
Chapter Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 1:26 - Nico's Background 2:09 - Solving Non-Desked Workers' Issues 3:28 - How Humand Got Into Y Combinator 7:06 - Defining and describing the challenge of engaging "undesked" workers 18:45 - The story of their first big customer ArcelorMittal pushing them to build quickly 26:06 - Getting into Y Combinator after applying and being rejected twice 28:00 - Lightning Round 41:06 - Ensuring appropriate content moderation on their employee If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Everything You Wanted To Know About Boolean But Were Afraid To Ask With Gabi Preston Phypers | 16 May 2024 | 00:53:33 | |
In this episode of the HRIS Careers podcast, host Troy Wallace interviews Gabi Preston-Phypers, co-founder of the AI Boolean Search Tool for Recruiters called TooledUpRacoons.com. Gabi shares insights about her career journey, her innovative technology, and how it helps recruiters. Don't miss out on learning about:
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Chapter Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:30 High-energy interview with Gabi Preston-Phypers 03:01 Gabi's technology and career journey 03:30 Putting a hug or cuddle around your recruiting searches 04:13 Data-centric hunting for recruiters 04:47 Building and marketing TooledUpRacoons 10:00 Challenges and triumphs in Gabi's career 20:00 The importance of accurate and smart Boolean searches 30:00 Real-life examples and applications 37:04 Lightning round questions 45:00 Final thoughts and resources 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations! If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Can Your HRIS Skills Transfer To A New Career In Salesforce? | 04 May 2024 | 01:03:37 | |
In this episode of the HRIS Careers podcast https://hriscareers.com/podcast, host Troy Wallace interviews Bradley Rice, founder of Talent Stacker and expert in the Salesforce platform. They discuss the parallels between HRIS and Salesforce careers, the transferable skills involved, and Bradley's journey into the Salesforce ecosystem. Bradley provides insights into getting started with Salesforce certifications, optimizing your job search, and the future impact of AI on these technical roles. Resources Mentioned: If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Solving Start Up HRIS and Payroll With Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld (Pearl Jam) | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:37:12 | |
In this episode, Troy interviews Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld, founder and CEO of RetainHR https://www.retainhr.com/, a fractional HR consultancy helping startups scale their people operations. Lisa shares her unconventional entry into HR — from a degree in Religious Studies to becoming a recruiter, then ultimately leading HR at startups and Fortune 500 companies. The conversation explores her experience building infrastructure for 20+ startups at Expa, the founding story of RetainHR, and the increasing demand for flexible HR support in fast-growing companies. Lisa also introduces Eleven https://getelevenapp.com/, her new venture designed to improve the quality of one-on-one conversations between managers and employees. From Gen X music nostalgia to deep insights on HR tech stacks, global compliance, and the future of performance management, this episode is packed with value for HR and HRIS professionals alike.
00:00 - Intro: HRIS Careers Podcast with Troy Wallace 01:18 - Meet Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld, Founder of RetainHR 04:04 - From Religious Studies to Recruiting: A Non-Traditional HR Journey 07:29 - Working at Expa and Building HR for 20+ Startups 09:53 - The Birth of RetainHR and the Power of Fractional HR 11:22 - Ideal Clients: Who RetainHR Helps Most 14:06 - HR Tech Stack Talk: Gusto, PEOs, and Scaling Smart 20:12 - Global Employees, EORs & HRIS Compliance Challenges 22:53 - Launching “11”: Reinventing One-on-One Meetings 28:46 - The Impact of Micro-Moments in Performance Management 31:28 - Lightning Round: Pearl Jam, AI in HR, Advice for Startup HR Pros 35:58 - Final Thoughts and Contact Info
RetainHR https://www.retainhr.com/ Lisa' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamareeblumenfeld/ Gusto (Payroll and HRIS Lisa mentions: https://gusto.com/ If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Lou Sylaj: From Finance To Consulting Firm Founder and CEO | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:58:47 | |
In this episode of the HRIS Careers Podcast, we sit down with Lou Sylaj, the Founder and CEO of ATS Consulting. Specializing in the UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) ecosystem, ATS Consulting has rapidly expanded to a team of over 60 experts under Lou's leadership. Episode Highlights:
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| HRIS Careers Podcast: Why You Should Listen (Trailer) | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:04:38 | |
Welcome to the HRIS Careers Podcast! What We Cover:
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Listen and Follow: Upcoming Plans: Join us on the HRIS Careers Podcast – where HRIS professionals connect, learn, and grow together. If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| A Brief History Of HRIS: Client Server To AI And Everything In-between With Troy Wallace | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:52:41 | |
A Brief History Of HRIS: Client Server To AI And Everything In-between With Troy Wallace. If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Scott Galloway's (Prof G) #1 Tip To Grow Your HRIS Career | 17 Mar 2025 | 00:07:34 | |
Simple yet powerful career tip inspired by Scott Galloway (Prof G). In this solo episode of HRIS Careers, host Troy Wallace shares a simple yet powerful career tip and reflects on a personal experience where overhearing a negative comment changed his perspective on workplace relationships. Full Show Notes: https://hriscareers.com/blog/say-something-nice 👉 Build a reputation as someone who speaks positively about others behind their backs. He then shares five actionable ways to build a career-enhancing reputation by lifting others up. Key Takeaways: ✔️ Why speaking well of others benefits your career 🚀 ✔️ A real-life story of how workplace gossip can impact trust 😲 ✔️ 5 easy ways to put this advice into action ✅ ✔️ The importance of building allies in your career 💡 Challenge for Listeners: Find one opportunity this week to get caught saying something nice about a colleague. Try it out and share your experience!
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| Ugh! You Have To Migrate Your Cloud ATS To Another Cloud Platform (What You Need To Know) | 26 Feb 2025 | 00:50:37 | |
Ugh! You Have To Migrate Your Cloud ATS To Another Cloud Platform (What You Need To Know) If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| ALERT: Workday Lays Off 1,750! Now What Do You Do? | 06 Feb 2025 | 00:10:37 | |
Visit hriscareers.com to get the full show notes and the leaked internal letter. ALERT: Workday Lays Off 1,750! Now What Do You Do? Listen on: 🚨 Workday just announced 1,750 job cuts—about 8.5% of its workforce. What does this mean for HRIS professionals, the HR tech industry, and the future of AI-driven work? In this episode, we break it all down and share what you should do if you've been impacted. 📢 If you’ve been affected, check out new HRIS job postings at HRISCareers.com. 🔔 Subscribe for more HR tech insights! [Insert Subscribe Link] ⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps: 0:00 Intro – Breaking down the Workday layoffs 📢 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Workday is restructuring, focusing on AI & efficiency If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| 2024 Best of HRIS Careers New Year Spectacular | 03 Jan 2025 | 00:35:24 | |
2024 Best of HRIS Careers New Year Spectacular. In this special episode of HRIS Careers, host Troy Wallace takes listeners on a journey through the best moments from 2024. Featuring insightful clips from 11 top-notch guests, this compilation episode showcases key highlights from discussions on HR technology, implementation strategies, change management, and recruiting best practices. Guests include CEOs, podcast hosts, recruitment experts, and change management professionals. This episode is packed with invaluable advice for HRIS professionals and those looking to excel in the HR tech space. Listen On: Our thanks to our 2024 episode guests (links to their episodes):
Troy also shares exciting news about what’s in store for HRIS Careers in 2025 and how the community can continue to engage with the podcast. Whether you're a longtime listener or a first-time explorer, this episode is a perfect introduction to the expertise shared on HRIS Careers. Chapter Timestamps 0:00 – Welcome to HRIS Careers Podcast If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Mark Williams Changed My LinkedIn Life With This One Small Hack | 18 Dec 2024 | 00:59:52 | |
We sit down with Mark Williams, LinkedIn expert, coach, and host of the Informed podcast, which covers everything you need to maximize LinkedIn for recruitment, job searches, business, and personal branding.
Plus, stay tuned for a blooper at the end involving a ?????? moment 😂. Mark shares invaluable LinkedIn strategies, from optimizing your profile to increasing visibility through activity. He also tells us about a quirky cease-and-desist letter he received from LinkedIn lawyers, why connections aren't what they used to be, and the one LinkedIn tip Troy implemented immediately after their conversation. This episode is full of actionable tips to help you use LinkedIn to land your next role, grow your business, or elevate your professional presence online. Don't miss it! Listen On Timestamps 00:00 - Intro & Winter Sweater Vibes 🧥 01:37 - Meet Mark Williams, LinkedIn Expert 02:32 - The ONE Thing to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile 09:52 - How LinkedIn Has Changed Since 2008 25:40 - Why Connections Aren’t Everything Anymore 30:04 - Visibility Tip: Engagement Is King 👑 41:37 - LIVE Profile Review: What Troy Got Wrong (and You Might Too!) 50:04 - Lightning Round: Mark’s Dream LinkedIn Feature & Fun Stories 57:49 - Cease-and-Desist Letter From LinkedIn Lawyers 59:00 - Bloopers & Outro
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| You Must Do This Before Choosing an Implementation Partner With Bonnie Tinder of Raven Intelligence | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:38:01 | |
In this episode of HRIS Careers podcast, we interview Bonnie Tinder, the visionary Founder and CEO of Raven Intelligence, a peer-review platform designed to provide transparency in selecting implementation partners through unbiased peer reviews.. Bonnie is also recognized as a Top 100 Influencer in HR Technology. Listen On Highlights
Bonnie also shares the symbolism behind the Raven, a highly intelligent bird known for seeing the big picture and learning from past experiences—traits mirrored in Raven Intelligence’s approach to helping organizations navigate software implementations. 0:00 - Welcome 0:45 - Meet Bonnie Tinder 3:57 - The Raven Intelligence Story 8:05 - Patterns in Successful Implementations (Success vs. Failure in Implementations) 13:11 - The Role of People in Project Outcomes 18:07 - Challenges in Building Raven Intelligence 24:25 - The Lightning Round 31:44 - How to Use Raven Intelligence
Bonnie Tinder Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnietinder RavenIntel.com https://ravenintel.com/ Top 100 HR Tech Influencers https://hrexecutive.com/2024-top-100-hr-tech-influencers/ If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Can HR Data Predict Violent Workforce Behavior? With Retired FBI Agent Doug Hart | 19 Nov 2024 | 01:04:27 | |
In this episode of the HRIS Careers Podcast, Troy Wallace interviews Doug Hart, a retired FBI Special Agent with 27 years of experience and founder of ThreatZero Solutions. Doug shares his expertise in assessing and preventing workplace threats, helping organizations implement proactive security measures. This conversation highlights actionable insights for HR professionals, safety teams, and leaders on how to create safer, more resilient workplaces. Listen On Resources Mentioned
1:08 – Introduction to Doug Hart
4:47 – The Genesis of ThreatZero Solutions
9:02 – Steps for HR and Safety Professionals
13:00 – Three Critical Components of Violence Prevention Programs
17:18 – Leveraging HR Data to Predict Risks
49:08 – Success Stories in Violence Prevention
54:55 – The Reality of Workplace Liability
Closing Thoughts Doug Hart’s insights shed light on a difficult yet crucial topic: workplace safety. His solutions empower organizations to create a culture of vigilance, care, and prevention. This podcast episode is a must-listen for HR leaders and safety professionals aiming to protect their teams while fostering trust and resilience. If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Building the Future of Hiring with Adam Jackson, Co-Founder Braintrust, AI Hiring and Talent Platform | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:41:25 | |
Try Braintrust to use AI to turbocharge your hiring process or sign up to their talent network (and earn $$ referring and helping others). Get on the HRISCareers.com email newsletter with 3,000 of your new HRIS friends! Troy welcomes Adam Jackson, Co-founder of Braintrust, the first user-controlled talent network built on Web3 principles. Adam shares his unconventional path from Vanderbilt to Silicon Valley, building multiple startups including Doctor on Demand (with Dr. Phil!) and his latest venture, Braintrust. Our interview this real deal entrepreneur covered:
Whether you're an HRIS analyst eyeing your next role, a recruiter swamped with resumes, or a founder looking to streamline talent acquisition, Adam's insights will give you plenty to think about! Listen On:
00:00 - Welcome to HRIS Careers & Intro to Adam Jackson 01:00 - Adam’s path to Vanderbilt and early tech interest 03:00 - Launching early marketplaces and selling to Intuit 04:30 - Founding DriverSide and selling to Advance Auto 05:15 - Co-founding Doctor on Demand with Dr. Phil 06:30 - The start of Braintrust and its AI hiring tools 07:45 - How Braintrust Air works (AI recruiter walkthrough) 09:15 - Custom screening & real-time video interviews 11:00 - Use cases for HRIS professionals and job seekers 13:00 - Tips for job seekers in the age of AI 15:00 - The Braintrust Professional Network & side hustle tips 17:00 - Solving challenges with ATSs like Workday & Taleo 20:00 - AI-driven outreach & handling spam risks 23:00 - From remote hiring to AI pivot at Braintrust 26:00 - Addressing bias in AI recruitment (audit results) 28:00 - Lightning Round: College bars, vineyards & tech obsessions 33:00 - Adam’s favorite AI productivity tool 35:00 - Final thoughts on the future of HR and AI 37:00 - Braintrust is hiring! Sales If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| CFO Whisperer CJ Gustafson On Critical HR Metrics and Getting Your HRIS Project Funded | 20 May 2025 | 00:50:57 | |
In this episode, we sits down with CJ Gustafson — former Chief Financial Officer (CFO), creator of the Mostly Metrics newsletter, and host of the Run The Numbers podcast. CJ shares his path from finance student at Boston College to CFO of a successful SaaS company, culminating in a high-stakes exit. He also dives into how he started building an audience of over 65,000 newsletter subscribers and offers practical insights for HRIS professionals looking to better communicate with and influence CFOs. From favorite HRIS systems like HiBob and BambooHR to key HR metrics like average revenue per employee and hiring velocity, CJ breaks it down with clarity and humor. The episode blends Boston sports banter, tech insights, and actionable tips on aligning HR data with financial decision-making. Highlights 🎧 We discuss:
Don’t miss this mix of Boston humor, practical HR finance advice, and career inspiration. Listen On: Resources Mentioned
Chapter Timestamps 00:00 – Intro from Troy in Omaha 01:50 – Guest intro: CJ Gustafson’s background 05:10 – CJ’s journey from Boston College to CFO 08:12 – The Mostly Metrics newsletter and Walter’s ice cream bribes 🍦 10:30 – HR metrics your CFO cares about 14:00 – Hiring velocity, time-to-fill, and sales capacity 19:00 – The “GOAT” metric: Revenue per employee 22:00 – Unlimited PTO: Perk or accounting trick? 24:50 – Favorite HRIS systems (HiBob, BambooHR, Workday) 28:00 – How to build a business case for HR tech 32:00 – How CJ started Mostly Metrics 35:30 – Podcasting with Run The Numbers 37:40 – Selling a SaaS company – behind the scenes 40:40 – Transitioning into finance roles – CJ’s advice 43:00 – Lightning round: Google searches, OnlyFans, Boston sports 48:00 – Bonus: Behind the scenes, kids, pets, and ceiling disasters If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Be Very Afraid: 8 Figure Entrepreneur Kasim Aslam Has Turned His Sights To Hiring (Part 1) | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:40:18 | |
Get Kasim Aslam's free book at https://thehirebook.com/ Check out his company https://paretotalent.com/ https://hriscareers.com/podcast https://hriscareers.com/email/ In this episode, we’re joined by Kasim Aslam—serial entrepreneur, author of HIRE, and founder of both Solutions 8 (once the world’s top Google Ads agency) and Pareto Talent, a recruiting firm helping companies hire elite executive assistants. We go deep on what it really takes to build high-performing remote teams, how Kasim scaled and sold a company without ever doing the core work himself, and why most companies are sabotaging themselves by hiring average talent and trying to “flatten the pyramid.” You’ll hear how he:
We also touch on his emotional moment after selling Solutions 8, his thoughts on AI as an amplifier of talent, and the power of trusting your team enough to get out of their way. Whether you’re building your first remote team or tired of managing underperformers, this episode is full of practical insights, surprising truths, and some classic Kasim-style tough love. 🔥 What You’ll Learn:
If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| HR Technology Conference Survival Guide for 2025 | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:11:15 | |
HR Technology Conference Survival Guide for 2025 Get On The Email List (all your HR Tech buddies are doing it)! Feel free to email troy.wallace@hriscareers.com with any questions, need discount codes or get on after party guest lists if you are going! In this episode of the HRIS Careers Podcast, host Troy Wallace provides a detailed guide to navigating the upcoming HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas, taking place from September 16th to 18th. Troy shares valuable tips for first-time attendees, including how to get discounted tickets, an overview of ticket types, and the importance of planning ahead. He also covers the key events and parties, networking opportunities, and logistical details like Wi-Fi and food options. Additionally, Troy discusses the HRISY Awards and encourages vendors to participate. Whether you're an HRIS professional looking to learn and network or simply maximize your conference experience, this episode offers crucial insights and advice. 00:00 Introduction to HRAS Careers Podcast 00:51 HR Technology Conference Overview 01:21 Getting Your Ticket 03:55 Networking and Parties 05:22 Planning Your Conference Experience 07:03 Logistics and Tips 09:17 HRIS Awards and Conclusion If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| 300K A Year For Your HR Tech Skill Set? (Here's why it isn't crazy) | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:07:19 | |
👉 Is your HR technology skill set really worth $300,000 a year? This conversation was sparked by a Deloitte Oracle HCM consulting job posting that revealed some eye-opening numbers: a $600M+ HR Strategy & Technology practice, supported by 2,000 consultants worldwide. When you do the math, that works out to about $300K in revenue per consultant. Get On The Email List (all your HR Tech buddies are doing it)! In this episode, Troy breaks down:
Whether you’re just starting out in HR tech or eyeing your next big career move, this episode challenges you to ask: What value am I creating—and am I positioning myself to be worth $300K a year? ⏱️ Chapter Timestamps 00:00 – Is your HR tech skill set worth $300K? Resources Mentioned
If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||
| Retail To HR Technology Innovator With Rebecca Volpano, VP of Product Strategy at Cielo Talent | 09 Jul 2025 | 00:40:07 | |
Get on the HRISCareers.com email newsletter with 3,000 of your new HRIS friends! In this episode, we sit down with Rebecca Volpano, Vice President of Product Marketing at Cielo Talent, a global leader in talent acquisition and consulting. Like many in the field, Rebecca didn’t plan to enter HR technology. Her journey started in retail operations and evolved through client services, technology transformation, and product development. Today, she leads Cielo's efforts in delivering compelling talent acquisition technology and consulting solutions. Rebecca shares how she fell into HRIS, the evolution of her role at Cielo, and her views on AI, agentic tech, and the future of recruiting platforms. This episode is full of insights for anyone navigating the fast-changing landscape of HR tech, including those considering a leap into product marketing or tech transformation roles. If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. | |||