Explore every episode of the podcast The No Bull Podcast
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| E60 - The hidden cost of doing everything yourself | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:07:03 | |
Small business owners naturally wear many hats. They're trying to grow their business, so are often in charge of sales, marketing, finance, operations, IT and HR. But many don't realize the hidden costs. We discuss that in episode 60. | |||
| E59 - The Real Cost of a Bad Hire | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:06:42 | |
A bad hire doesn’t just cost you money.
In Episode 59, I break down the real cost of a bad hire, share a story of a business owner who learned the hard way, and give you the lesson that can save your company from the same fate. | |||
| E58: The Clench Strategy: Why Waiting To Hire Gets Messy | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:05:46 | |
You ever try to “hold it” when you really have to go? At first it’s fine. Then comes the dance. The clench. The total inability to focus on anything else. Hiring is the same way. When you need to fill a key role and put it off, it always gets messy. Today's episode discusses how and what you can do to fix it. | |||
| E57 - Everything you wanted to know about recruiting, but were afraid to ask | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:13:11 | |
I get asked a lot of questions about recruiters such as what we do, fees and who we work for. I found there's a lot of misinformation. So, I put together an episode to answer your questions. If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, and follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok.
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| E56 - Don't be like Steve: How not to burn bridges | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:07:05 | |
A few weeks ago, Steve (not his real name) made a career move that looked smart - until it wasn’t. What big mistake did he make? And how could he have avoided it? Tune in to find out. ------- If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, and follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok.
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| E55 - How to answer weird interview questions | 23 Jul 2025 | 00:09:51 | |
Ready to ace your next job interview—even when the questions get weird? Jason breaks down the strangest interview questions you’ll hear, reveals what recruiters are really looking for, and gives you strategies to answer with confidence. Don’t let curveball questions throw you off—tune in and get the edge you need to stand out! **** If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, and follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram (@therunningrecruiter), or TikTok (@runningrecruiter). If you appreciate my work and would like to support me: https://paypal.me/TheRunningRecruiter | |||
| E54 - How to level up your conversations | 09 Jul 2025 | 00:10:04 | |
Many people struggle to communicate. We hear what was said, but we often don't understand what was REALLY said. In this episode of No Bull, I cut through the noise and expose the myths that keep most of us from truly hearing each other—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Discover the science behind active listening, why it’s a game-changer for leaders and teams, and a simple LAVA framework to level up your conversations. Packed with practical tips, real talk, and zero fluff, this episode will help you turn listening into your secret weapon. If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, and follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok.
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| E53 - How To Say No Without Burning Bridges | 25 Jun 2025 | 00:08:22 | |
Struggling to say no? In this episode, Jason shares why it’s so difficult—and how you can set boundaries with confidence and kindness. Get practical tips, real-life examples, and simple scripts to help you protect your time and energy, without burning bridges.----- If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, and follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok.
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| E52 - How to Crush the "Tell Me About You" Interview Question | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:09:50 | |
In this episode of the No Bull Podcast, Jason Noble dives deep into the most dreaded interview question: "Tell me about yourself." Jason breaks down why this question is more than just an icebreaker, reveals what interviewers are really looking for, and shares a proven formula to craft a compelling answer. Learn how to tailor your response for different audiences, avoid common pitfalls, and set the right tone for your interview. Whether you’re a job seeker or just want to sharpen your storytelling skills, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you stand out. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share the show! If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, and follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok.
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| E51 - Answering behavioural interview questions | 28 May 2025 | 00:08:08 | |
Struggling with behavioral interview questions? Learn how the STAR method can help you nail your next interview with confidence, using a real world example. ***** If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, and follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok.
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| E50 - What you should (and shouldn’t) put in your resume | 14 May 2025 | 00:10:40 | |
Think your resume is good? Think again. In Episode 50, I'm breaking down what you should (and definitely should NOT) put in your resume if you actually want to get hired. I discuss:
Your resume is your move trailer, so make it hype enough that people have to call you. Have a listen. Have a question or feedback? Add it in the comments. ______________
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| E49 - How to speak confidently | 30 Apr 2025 | 00:06:36 | |
Are you ending sentences like questions? “I’m in charge?” “This is the plan?”
That’s uptalking—and it’s killing your career. Learn what it is, why it matters, and how to stop doing it. -- If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok.
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| E48 - Nailing your elevator pitch | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:07:56 | |
You're in an interview or networking event and get the dreaded "tell me about you" question. That's the opportunity to say your elevator pitch. But what does a good elevator pitch sound like? And how should you customize it for your audience? That's what I discuss in this episode. Have a question or feedback? Add it in the comments. ______________
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| E47 - Why you're not getting hired and how to fix it | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:06:23 | |
You've applied to tons of jobs. You're interviewing and perhaps making it to the final step, but no one is offering to hire you. Why? We break that down in this episode and, more importantly, how you can fix it. If you haven't listened to E46 yet (Why you're not getting interviews and how to fix that), check that out first. ______________ Have a question or feedback? Add it in the comments. If you like my content, consider subscribing to myfree newsletter, follow me onLinkedIn,Instagram, orTikTok.
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| E46 - Why you're not getting interviews and how to fix that | 19 Mar 2025 | 00:08:11 | |
You've applied to tons of jobs but not getting interviews. Wondering why? I discuss why in this episode and how you can fix it. Have a question or feedback? Add it in the comments. ______________
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| E45 - How to hire A-Players | 05 Mar 2025 | 00:09:05 | |
What's the secret to hiring the best? It's all about behavioral interviews! In this episode, I dive into how you can identify A-players with the right questions and techniques. From handling conflict to going above and beyond, discover the traits that set top candidates apart. Have a question or feedback? Add it in the comments. ______________
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| E44 - Spotting interview red flags early | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:06:24 | |
In episode 44, I break down the must-know signs to watch out for during call screens, before they become a problem. Whether you're hiring or just upping your skills, these tips could save you a lot of hassle. Have a question or feedback? Add it in the comments. ______________
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| E43 - 2025 Top 5 In-Demand Work Skills | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:09:30 | |
According to Forbes, these are the top 5 most in-demand skills in 2025. Do you agree? Forbes article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2024/10/14/the-5-most-in-demand-skills-in-2025/
Have a question or feedback? Add it in the comments. ______________
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| E42 - How to boost your job search with recruiters | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:06:22 | |
Job searching? In this episode of The No Bull Podcast, Jason shares five crucial strategies for working effectively with recruiters to boost your job search. Have a question or feedback? Add it in the comments. ______________ If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok. ______________ If you appreciate my work and would like to support it: | |||
| E41 - Interviewing 101 | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:07:57 | |
Hey folks. I've changed up the podcast look and format. It is now short (~10 min) segments. Hope you like it. In this episode of The No Bull Podcast, Jason (aka The Running Recruiter) shares advice on preparing for interviews, from what to do before, during and afterwards, so that you nail it. This is general advice I provide to all my candidates. Have an interview question? Add it in the comments. ______________ If you like my content, consider subscribing to my free newsletter, follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok. If you appreciate my work and would like to support it: | |||
| E40 - Elaine Cruise Smith - The "Be Do Have" Leadership Model | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:24:55 | |
Be-do-have is a mindset regularly recommended for people who want success in achieving their biggest goals. Surprisingly, the Be-Do-Have paradigm isn't employed very often. I spoke about it with Elaine Cruise Smith, an award-winning HR leader with "Be Do Have" coaching expertise. What you'll learn: - What the "Be Do Have" model is - How does it work? - What are the benefits? - and more | |||
| E39 - Jennifer Kelly - The growth of fractional help | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:32:58 | |
There’s been tremendous growth in fractional help. Some businesses are confused about how it can help their business grow. What should you look for and what should you expect when you hire fractional help? I spoke with Jennifer Kelly, fractional CMO and owner of New Initiatives Marketing Inc., to find out. Have a listen today. | |||
| E38 - Stacey Levy - Sales Navigator Tips & Tricks | 13 Nov 2024 | 00:29:01 | |
How should you leverage Sales Navigator to close more deals? I asked Stacey Levy, a former LinkedIn employee and current Sales Navigator trainer. We discuss:
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| E37 - Deanne Kelleher - Plugging your sales funnel leaks | 30 Oct 2024 | 00:31:44 | |
Where are your sales funnel leaks? Don't know? That's where Deanne Kelleher comes in. She's a process superhero, working with companies to help them solve that problem so they can grow. We sat down to talk about the problem and techniques to fix it. | |||
| E36 - Matthew Gould - Can you handle the truth? | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:29:14 | |
Most candidates either don't or don't know how to ask about corporate culture when they interview. You're making a big decision to join a company, and this is a huge gap if you don't find out. Matthew Gould and I discuss techniques you can use to find out the truth so you're choosing a company that fits your needs. | |||
| E35 - Kellina Powell - Deaf Queen Boss | 18 Sep 2024 | 00:22:00 | |
Ever wondered what it's like to be deaf in today's world? Join me & Kellina Powell, mental health coach and author of Everyday I am Just Deaf as we dive deep into her incredible journey of overcoming obstacles & achieving greatness! #DeafCommunity #DeafQueenBoss #Inspiration
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| E34 - Andrea Lo - Networking Do's and Don'ts | 04 Sep 2024 | 00:38:09 | |
Andrea Lo is the Founder of Toronto Event Hub and Toronto Dating Hub. For the past 10 years she's hosted many professional #networking and social #events (dating, game night), giving her unique insight. We get the lowdown on networking do's and don'ts, what makes a good networking event, how to make a good impression, and how to succeed/follow up post-event.
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| E33 - Natalie Romero - Negotiating your job offer | 10 Jul 2024 | 00:34:27 | |
Negotiating a job offer is not easy. You don't want to have an offer revoked by being too aggressive or start the relationship on the wrong foot. So today we're talking with Natalie Romero, Senior Talent Partner at Cardata, a 20 year TA veteran. Natalie shares advice to help you negotiate the best possible job offer. We discuss: 📝 When and how to initiate salary discussions 📝 The dos and don'ts of negotiating job offers 📝 Insightful advice tailored for women navigating the salary negotiation landscape Natalie’s expertise from over 20 years in HR and talent acquisition is a must-hear for anyone in the job market How to reach Natalie: | |||
| E32 - Claire Fry - How to sound like a leader | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:33:51 | |
🎙️ On this episode of the No Bull Podcast, I sat down with Claire Fry from Vocal Confidence to talk about something we all use but rarely think about—our voice. 🎙️ Claire is a professional voice actor who helps #leaders sound like leaders. We dive into the essentials of #vocalconfidence and how it can boost your #professional game. Whether you’re prepping for a big presentation or just want to improve your daily #communication, this episode is for you. Tune in and get some actionable tips from a seasoned voice actor and corporate trainer. Listen now! How to reach Claire: www.linkedin.com/in/loudandclaire | |||
| E31 - Clark Glassford - Pro tips to score a high-paying job | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:33:10 | |
🚀 Ready to elevate your job search game? Tune in to the latest episode of the No Bull podcast where I sit down with Clark Glassford, the owner of My Practice Interview - Clark Glassford and a seasoned HR executive with 25+ years of experience. 🎙️We dive deep into: 🔹 Optimizing your resume for recruiter attention 🔹 Key interview preparation techniques 🔹 Leveraging LinkedIn and other social profiles for professional growth Whether you’re a job seeker or looking to refine your hiring process, this episode is packed with actionable insights! Don’t miss out! How to reach Clark: https://mypracticeinterview.com/ info@mypracticeinterview.com | |||
| E30 - Leslie Babel - How to keep your customer & employee data secure | 29 May 2024 | 00:36:17 | |
You're a small business. What would you do if you had a data breach or cyber attack? We talk with Leslie Babel, CEO of Digital Fire, about how to safeguard your customer and employee data. How to reach Leslie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliebabel/
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| E29 - Dan Giuliani - Why Volt Athletics is sticking with the 4-day work week | 15 May 2024 | 00:39:23 | |
You've probably heard about the four-day workweek - 32 hours of work for 100% salary. Dozens of countries such as US, Canada, UK, Ireland, and Japan, for example have tried it. But how's it going? I was fortunate to chat with Dan Giuliani, co-founder and CEO of Volt Athletics to find out why they adopted it in 2020 and their results. How to reach Dan: @DanGiuliani @VoltAthletics | |||
| E28 - Sabine Macdonald - Stop sabotaging your career | 01 May 2024 | 00:25:48 | |
80% of our thoughts are negative, and negativity can sabotage your career. Sabine Macdonald takes us through why this happens and how positive intelligence can fix it. Take the free saboteur test: https://assessment.positiveintelligence.com/saboteur/overview Book a free discovery call to talk about your saboteur’s test results: https://calendly.com/sabinemacdonald/30min Connect with Sabine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabine-macdonald/ | |||
| E27 - Jodi Brandstetter - How to build a strong personal brand | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:26:02 | |
In this episode, we're talking with Jodi Brandstetter about strategies to build your personal brand for work or business success. How to reach Jodi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodibrandstetter/ Amazon: https://amzn.to/49XUMwc Call/Text: 513.310.4410 | |||
| E26 - Sam Frymer - B2B Marketing Expert | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:30:19 | |
The No Bull podcast is looking to help job hunters. We're switching it up today and giving an opportunity for people looking for work to promote themselves and hopefully find a job sooner. Today - Sam Frymer - B2B marketing expert and leader of the #putthesalaryinthejobdescription movement. If you're hiring a B2B marketing leader, have a listen and reach out to Sam. Are you looking for a job and want an opportunity to promote yourself? Send me a note at podcast@noblesearchgroup.com with subject line "Candidate Guest". How to contact Sam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samfrymer/ samuel.frymer@gmail.com | |||
| E25 - Larissa Popov - Turning Your Energy into Business Success | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:18:29 | |
What's stopping you from becoming a successful business owner? Could be your energy. Today we're talking with Larissa Popov about how to use your energy to build trust, attract clients and make money with integrity. How to reach Larissa: larissa@innerfreedomarts.com or visit innerfreedomarts.com | |||
| E24 - Alex Suchman - Games People Play | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:28:20 | |
Is your corporate culture going through a rough patch? Lots of new people? Restructuring? Need to reinvigorate the team? I talked with Alexandra Suchman about how she uses gameplay to build thriving team cultures and bring genuine meaning and connection to the workplace. Alex is the CEO and co-founder of Barometer XP, a company with a mission to make work a place you actually want to be. How to reach Alex: https://www.barometerxp.com/ | |||
| E23 - Tina Collura - How to take your business from surviving to thriving | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:22:37 | |
Do you procrastinate? Looking for expert advice on business growth and productivity? You'll want to check out this episode of the No Bull Podcast featuring Tina Collura from See Yourself Grow with Tina. Discover her secrets to drive your business from surviving to thriving! How to reach Tina: https://hihello.me/p/abf99156-04af-433a-abbc-44ceeddcfcb7 | |||
| E22 - Steve Jefferys - How To Shift Into A Leadership Role | 14 Feb 2024 | 00:28:07 | |
Do you remember that first time when you were asked to be a people leader? Or maybe you're still early in your career and want that chance. Well, going from an individual contributor to a people leader is a big shift. It's not like flicking on a light switch. Today we're talking with Steve Jefferys, the founder of Make Your Shift. Steve helps people navigate the shift from manager to leader in a way that's right for them and their organization, setting them up for success in the process. How to reach Steve: steve@makeyourshift.co.uk https://www.makeyourshift.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/make-your-shift/ #makeyourshift #leadership #therunningrecruiter | |||
| E21 - LTC Oakland McCulloch - How to build a leadership legacy | 18 Jan 2024 | 00:31:29 | |
🎧 Today we dive deep into the world of leadership, with retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch. Based on 40+ years of leadership in the U.S. Army and subsequent civilian positions, Oak highlights principles that will benefit today’s leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. #LeadershipLegacy #leadership Read Oakland's book: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Leadership-Legacy-Becoming-Leader/dp/1952037123/ How to reach Oakland: | |||
| E20 - Coach Lee Hopkins - How to build a strong social network | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:30:33 | |
Did you know that loneliness is on the rise among Gen Z? 🤔 Discover the importance of social connections and the impact it has on our mental health and overall well-being. We talk with Coach Lee Hopkins about valuable strategies to combat loneliness and foster meaningful relationships. 🙌 #Podcast #MentalHealthMatters #MeaningfulConnections #GenZ How to reach Coach Lee: https://www.patternsofpossibility.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@patternsofpossibility https://www.linkedin.com/in/patternsofpossibility/ | |||
| E19 - Amanda Small - What role does HR play in managing change? | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:38:31 | |
What role does HR play in managing change? HR leader Amanda Small, the VP People & Culture at Nest Wealth, spills the secrets on the No Bull Podcast. Don’t miss out on the insights! #HRLeadership #ChangeManagement #NoBullPodcast #therunningrecruiter How to reach Amanda: asmall@nestwealth.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandasmall416 | |||
| E18 - Rick Denley - Courageous Leadership | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:24:34 | |
Rick Denley helps us understand why some leaders struggle to hire and keep top talent, and how his courageous leadership approach solves this problem. Rick is a transformational growth coach, keynote speaker, philanthropist, solopreneur, actor, best-selling author and amateur boxer. Let's get ready to rumble! How to reach Rick: www.rickdenley.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickdenley/ https://www.instagram.com/denleyrick | |||
| E17 - Andrea Berish - Improving Your Job Search Odds | 25 Oct 2023 | 00:40:32 | |
Looking for a job? We talk with Andrea Berish, a seasoned Talent Acquisition leader about how to improve your job search odds. #jobsearch #careeradvice #jobsearchadvice How to reach Andrea: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-berish-3735909/ | |||
| E16 - Luke Harlan - Winning The War Within Our Minds | 18 Oct 2023 | 00:35:58 | |
Are you plagued by fear of failure or self-doubt? Maybe you're going through roller coaster emotions because nothing you've tried seems to work. And you've probably tried every self-help strategy but it only seems to last a short while. You're not alone. We talk with Luke Harlan, transformational mindset & wellness coach, about the war within our minds - why we have self-doubt and approaches to overcome it. How to reach Luke: www.LukeHarlan.com | |||
| E15 - Amanda Broos - Managing your career like a chess game | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:32:00 | |
Do you manage your career like a chess or checkers game? Are you 3 steps ahead or thinking about your career in the moment? Managing your career on purpose can help you get to where you want to go, but how do you do that? We discuss that with Amanda Broos, the VP HR at Neo Financial. She has almost 20 years HR experience and has some practical advice to build a career path including mentoring, networking and leadership development strategies. How to reach Amanda: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-broos | |||
| E14 - Claire Chandler - Underestimating Change | 04 Oct 2023 | 00:27:27 | |
When there's new leadership, there's typically change. Change in strategy, people, process and culture. The biggest mistake? Underestimating change resistance. In this episode, we're talking with Claire Chandler today about change resistance and how to manage it. Claire is the founder and president of Talent Boost, an HR leadership advisory that helps businesses expand without losing their best talent. How to reach Claire: | |||
| E13 - Melissa Kwan - Hire Slow, Fire Fast | 27 Sep 2023 | 00:34:04 | |
We talked with Melissa Kwan about hiring slow and firing fast. As a 3x bootstrapper, she learned the hard way about what not to do when hiring and why it's important to fix the problem fast. Melissa is the Co-founder and CEO of eWebinar, a webinar automation solution that helps companies run hundreds of webinars without needing to host them live. How to reach Melissa: Email: hello (at) eWebinar.com Website: eWebinar.com LinkedIn: /melissakwan Instagram: @themelissakwan Twitter: @themelissakwan | |||
| E12 - Neha Mandhani - Coaching as a manager | 20 Sep 2023 | 00:40:01 | |
Today we're talking with Neha Mandhani about coaching as a manager - learning how to lead yourself and your team with less stress and more success. Neha is a certified executive coach & leadership development consultant for leaders who want to lead with their authentic style, show up with greater self-belief, and bring out the best in their teams. How to reach Neha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehamandhani/ https://maven.com/neha-mandhani/managerascoach https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6957437802670145536/ | |||
| E11 - Louise Reid - Humanizing Leadership | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:38:34 | |
Today we're talking about leadership development and how that impacts corporate culture and business results. Do you want motivated, "meh" or "checked out" employees? Then listen up. Louise Reid is the founder and Chief Empowerment Officer at LHR Leadership Development & Coaching. She's on a mission to humanize leadership one leader at a time because leaders are THE key to sustainable people and performance excellence. We're giving away a free copy of her book, Humanizing Leadership. If you're interested, send a note to podcast@noblesearchgroup.com with the subject line "Humanizing Leadership". How to reach Louise: www.HumanizingLeadership.com | |||