The Big League Recruiting Podcast: Recent Episodes

Big League Talent Connection

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Today we are joined by Big League Talent Co.'s Co-Founder & CEO, Matt Gorgolinski, to discuss the importance of companies NOT low-balling candidates in the hiring process; along with topics about:

  • How an early win of a low-ball offer will be a long-term loss.

  • Why having the candidates' best interest in mind is the key to retaining top talent

If you would like to learn more about Big League Talent Connection or Matt Gorgolinski, check out:
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski

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Today we are brought together for a solo episode with one of Big League Talent Co.'s Founders & CEO, Matt Gorgolinski, to discuss the most effective way to ensure you get the first interview you are looking for.

Matt dives into detail about how you can adjust your resume to put your best foot forward, along with how recruiting agencies can help you get the best feedback about how you faired in the hiring process in comparison to your peers. 

If you would like to learn more about Big League Talent Connection or Matt Gorgolinski, check out:
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski

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In Today's solo episode one of Big League Talent Co.'s Founders, Matt Gorgolinski, gives invaluable insight on how to create a winning hiring process that is effective for both the company AND the candidate.

Matt discusses additional topics including the difference between having an 'exploratory mindset' versus a 'pre-qualification approach' and what that looks like in a hiring process.

If you would like to learn more about Big League Talent Connection or Matt Gorgolinski, check out:
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski

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Today we are joined by Rich Rosen, Founder of Cornerstone Search Associates, to talk about a wide range of recruiting strategies that have allowed him to become one of the most efficient & effective recruiters in the country. Some of the main topics we touch on are:

  • How a solo recruiter can become hyper-efficient.

  • Various software strategies to use in order to bring more candidates and clients.

  • Cold calling in a way that gets results.

  • The benefits of being honest & setting expectations with your clients to create long-term relationships.

If you would like to learn more about Rich Rosen and Cornerstone Search Associates, check them out:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/cornerstone-search-assoc./
https://cornerstonesearch.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cstone1
To check out more about Big League Talent Connection:
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection/

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Today we are joined by Chris Murdock, Co-Founder & Chief Sourcing Officer of IQ Talent Partners. He helps provide a podcast episode packed with information on topics of:

  • Methods of sourcing candidates & how to interview

  • Building a Recruiting Agency by bringing in partners

  • Scaling a successful team of strong recruiters from 0 to 400

If you would like to learn more about Chris, his company, and his podcast, check out:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmurdock/
Podcast: Recruiting Connections With Chris Murdock
https://www.iqtalentpartners.com/

If you'd like to learn more about the Big League Talent Connection Podcast, check out:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/

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Today we are joined by a legend and very special guest, Lou Adler, CEO of Performance-Based Hiring Learning Systems. He has been in the recruiting space spanning multiple decades and continues to coach recruiters to success all around the country. This podcast discussion involves many hard hitting topics with actionable steps. Some of the topics we discuss are:

  • Why Job Descriptions are obsolete and actually hurt the candidates a recruiter provides

  • How to interview a candidate so you can get all of the information you need

  • How build a recruitment agency with client success in mind

  • Contingent vs. Retained recruiting

  • Additional topics involving sourcing talent, getting referrals, etc.

If you enjoyed the episode and would like to check out more about Lou Adler, you can check him out at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/louadler/
https://performancebasedhiring.com/

If you would like to learn more about The Big League Recruiting Podcast, check us out wherever you get your favorite podcasts, and say hi to us at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-arriaga-0b036ab3/
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/

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Today we are joined by Chris Watson, Entrepreneur & Story-Telling Expert, to discuss all topics surrounding:

  • How stories shape the way our clients see us.

  • Building a brand that people can trust and want to return to.

  • How Chris would craft a story if he ran his own recruiting agency.

  • Methods to stick in your clients' minds to attract more business.

If you are interested in learning more about Chris Watson and how he build stories for himself & others check him out at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-watson-storyteller 
https://www.craftandcompel.com/

If you would like to hear more podcasts from The Big League Recruiting Podcast, you can check us out anywhere you get your favorite podcasts, as well at:
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-arriaga-0b036ab3/

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Today we are joined by TJ Kastning, Owner/Founder of The Ambassador Search Group, to discuss every aspect of the recruiting industry including:

  • How to create the best relationships between a recruiting agency and a client.
  • Maintaining a strong team of recruiters & how to incentivize.
  • What tactics to use during the interview process to let the best candidates shine.
  • The differences in recruiting field labor vs. recruiting supervisor roles
  • Some of the largest shifts in the industry since the pandemic.
  • Much, much more..

If you would be interested in learning more about TJ and his agency, The Ambassador Search Group, go check them out at:
https://www.ambassadorgroup.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/ambassadorsearchgroup/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjkastning/

If you would like to see more podcasts from The Big League Recruiting Podcast where Matt & Brenton chat with influential people across the business and recruiting world, go check out our podcast on all major platforms. To check our Big League Talent Connection and what Matt & Brenton are up to:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-arriaga-0b036ab3
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection
www.bigleaguetalentco.com

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Today on the Big League Recruiting Podcast we are joined by Senior Recruiter/Project Manager for Consigli Construction, Alex Buckley. With over 1,500 employees across the U.S. Alex manages the recruitment efforts of the nine regional offices.  We discuss a wide range of topics today in a value packed episode:

  • Challenges that recruiting teams are currently facing in the construction industry and others.

  • How training and culture change the way employees interact to make the Consigli Construction a dream career stop.

  • How national companies are dealing with company-wide communication from leadership to the rest of their employees.

  • The most important characteristic traits of successful people.

If you found any value in today's podcast, you can check out more podcast episodes dropping wherever you listen to your podcasts. To learn more about Alex Buckley & Consigli Construction you can check them out at:

https://www.consigli.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbuckley1/

To learn more about Big League Talent Connection, and your Co-Hosts check out:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-arriaga-0b036ab3

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Today we have a new episode where Matt Gorgolinski, the Big League Recruiting Podcast Co-Host & Big League Talent Connection Co-Founder, discusses exactly what it takes to set yourself apart in the hiring process...

Doing research and being intentional with your application is one of the multiple keys to success in the interviewing process.

Whether you are interviewing for C-Level roles or a line cook, these rules apply across the board to make you stand out.

If you want to learn more about hiring & interviewing strategies,  find a new career or find new employees, you can check out more podcasts wherever you get your podcasts. Also check us out at:
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski

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Today we are joined by Genene Dunn, a successful attorney and partner of the Southern California based firm, Hunsberger Dunn LLP. Her and her firm focus on servicing estate, probate, trust administration and business planning. On today's podcast we discuss various hiring and growth topics including:

Differences and benefits of small firms vs large firms.

How softwares can change the landscape of a firms organization and ability to service clients.

How managing a firm has changed since the start of the pandemic.

What it takes to become a successful attorney and how to eventually work your way to partner.

If you enjoyed the show you can check out more Big League Recruiting Podcast episodes on all major podcast platforms. To check out and learn more about Genene Dunn and her firm Hunsberger Dunn LLP, go check out her website for more information  https://hunsbergerlaw.com/

Learn more about Big League Talent Connection at https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-arriaga-0b036ab3
https://www.linkedin.com/in/genene-dunn-304204100/

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Today we are joined by Corina Burton, Co-Owner of CPR Construction Cleaning & CPR Productions. She started her individual entrepreneurial journey less than 2 years ago and has quickly skyrocketed to multiple states around the country partnering with all types of construction clients. Her mission involves much more than being just a simple construction cleaning company, and together we discuss a wide range of hot-button topics on our most value driven podcast yet.

  • A few of the topics we discuss:
  • How to build a company using the power of social media
  • How to generate a company culture that fits what is true to you as an owner
  • CPR Construction Cleaning and the environmental footprint that is left behind in construction
  • Being a female in a male dominated construction industry

If you are interested in learning more about Corina Burton, CPR Construction Cleaning, or CPR Productions you can check out:

http://www.cprclean.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/corina-burton/
https://www.instagram.com/corinaburton_/?hl=en
If you would like to check out more of the Big League Recruiting Podcast you can find us on all major platforms and connect with us on:
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-arriaga-0b036ab3/

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Today we are joined by none other than Jenifer Wallis (Partner) & Stephanie Elovitz (Corporate Council/Director of Admin & Recruiting) with Munck Wilson Mandala LLP. A nationwide law firm servicing nearly all industries in complex litigation, corporate law, cybersecurity/privacy, employment & labor law, tech/IP law, cannabis law, and the emerging & remarkable sports law practice.

We discuss a wide range of topics from:

  • What it takes to grow a nationwide law firm servicing multiple industries in multiple practices.
  • How important a great culture is to the happiness & success of a firm and how you can build upon it.
  • What characteristics it takes to become a great attorney and partner within a top quality firm.
  • Emerging practices and news from Munck Wilson Mandala including the new sports law practice.

If you are interested in learning more about Munck Wilson Mandala LLP and their services you can visit https://www.munckwilson.com/. If you want to connect with Jenifer or Stephanie you can find them on Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-elovitz-99222543/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenifer-wallis-8090588/

If you'd like to learn more about Big League Talent Connection you can check us out at:
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-arriaga-0b036ab3/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/

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Today we are joined by Genna Selbie, Human Resources Manager of the Vancouver Division at Turner Construction Company. On the Big League Recruiting Podcast, we discuss a range of topics:

  • How to build HR division, an inside look from one of the largest construction companies in the world.

  • The best ways to onboard and retain top talent as an HR Manager.

  • How to How to train and build culture remotely through the pandemic and beyond.

If you want to learn more about the Big League Recruiting Podcast or Big League Talent Connection, check us out on all major podcast platforms, and online:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-league-talent-connection
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gorgolinski/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-arriaga-0b036ab3 
https://www.bigleaguetalentco.com/

To go find out more about Genna Selbie , open opportunities with Turner Construction, and what Turner Construction has going on in the future... 

Be sure to check out:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gennaselbie/
https://www.turnerconstruction.com/

Hope you got massive value from today's episode!

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Today we are joined by Eddie Koehler to discuss hiring, recruiting, construction and everything in between. Eddie is the Recruiting Manager at Balfour Beatty, one of the top construction companies in the US. He covers all of Balfour Beatty's Northwest/Southeast divisions for hiring. He has been recruiting for the top construction companies for decades across the entire nation and continues to prove why he is one of the top construction recruiting leaders in the US.

The hot topics of discussion for today:

  • The difference between recruiting in the agency space vs recruiting in corporate.
  • Transitions from Balfour Beatty in the hiring processes since the start of the pandemic.
  • How to make yourself stand out as the best candidate in construction, and any other hiring process.
  • What are the top characteristics of a top candidate.

Learn about all these topics and more in our conversations with Eddie. If you are interested in hearing more from top HR, Recruiting, and Business professionals about all the latest hot subjects, tune into more episodes of The Big League Recruiting Podcast.

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Interested in new ways to grow your law firm with the right talent, systems and processes to set you up for a successful scale? Look no further...

Today we are joined by Founding Partner of The Grady Firm, P.C. Jennifer Grady.
Since founding her firm in 2012, she has spoken at dozens of top colleges, lectured in multiple countries, all while growing a law firm advising people all around the globe in employment, immigration, and business law.

We dive into topics discussing:

  • How to navigate the growth process of an internationally functioning law firm helping people around the globe.
  • Transitions The Grady Firm, P.C. has had to make during the pandemic.
  • Hiring and recruitment contracts, and what you should be looking out for when partnering with a recruitment firm.
  • Onboarding and hiring international employees, including the do's & don'ts that can help companies save millions down the road.
  • Other topics surrounding hiring and layoffs.

If you are interested in learning more about Jennifer Grady and The Grady Firm, P.C. check out their website at https://www.gradyfirm.com/

You can also connect with their team on:

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thegradyfirm/?hl=en

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/TheGradyFirm/

Linkedin
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-grady-firm/about/

If you'd like to continue to listen to powerful and free content surrounding the hiring process, business growth, and current business topics, go check out more episodes on The Big League Recruiting Podcast.

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Hayley Christina joins us from The Phoenix Group, a national staffing & recruiting company, to dissect all aspects of the legal industry. We explore culture, the best practices to getting hired as a candidate, and the ups and downs of the industry. Enjoy!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayleychristina/

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Today we speak with Bill Barnett about his journey of creating game-changing business that help all types of people get hired utilizing video in the hiring process. Come join Matt Gorgolinski to learn from some of the most influential voices in business.