The Ramped Podcast

Dr. Sandy Fiaschetti, Founder and Managing Partner, Lodestone People Consulting

TRP - Season 4, Episode 21: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Dr. Sandy Fiaschetti, Founder and Managing Partner of Lodestone People Consulting, who is an expert in leadership coaching and talent development, and transforms businesses with psychology and HR strategies.IN THIS EPISODE, SANDY AND DANNY COVER:00:55 - Who is Dr. Sandy Fiaschetti?02:16 - What you need to know to navigate today's job market05:29 - Your early career is to learn08:07 - Focusing on transferable skills when re-entering the workforce11:50 - Crafting effective career stories 14:58 - Using personality profiles and science to level the playing field20:32 - Authenticity in job searching and career development22:49 - Advice for Sandy's younger selfWe hope you enjoy the conversation. MORE ON SANDY:Dr. Sandy Fiaschetti is the Founder and Managing Partner of Lodestone People Consulting, specializing in enhancing human capital for private equity firms through extensive services like leadership coaching, talent assessment, and DEI initiatives. With a strong foundation as an Organizational Psychologist and HR Executive, her expertise spans across talent management, executive coaching, and organizational development. Dr. Fiaschetti is driven by a passion to foster tangible business transformations through the strategic application of psychological principles and practices.Find her on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-fiaschetti-4b4a60/MORE ON RAMPED:Learn more about us here: rampedcareers.comWant us to help in your job search? Join Ramped Premium: https://www.rampedcareers.com/services

Joel Lalgee, Founder, The Realest Recruiter

TRP - Season 4, Episode 20: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Joel Lalgee, Founder of The Realest Recruiter, who connects talent with opportunities, leveraging his vast social media following and recruitment expertise.IN THIS EPISODE, JOEL AND DANNY COVER:00:36 - Who is Joel Lalgee?03:00 - What you need to know to navigate today's job market06:57 - The best guidance for job seekers 13:22 - How to ace your screening call with a recruiter18:24 - What NOT to do when job seeking24:33 - Advice for Joel's younger self28:49 - Where can you find Joel Lalgee?We hope you enjoy the conversation. MORE ON JOEL:Joel Lalgee is the Founder of The Realest Recruiter and specializes in connecting clients and candidates with optimal hiring and career opportunities across diverse industries. He collaborates with global recruitment teams to enhance their online presence and attract premier talent through strategic social media use. Joel's comprehensive training program, combined with his influence over 400k social media followers, has established him as a sought-after expert in talent acquisition and personal branding.Find in all these places:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joellalgee/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@the_realest_recruiterInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_realestrecruiterYouTube - www.youtube.com/@TherealestrecruiterMORE ON RAMPED:Learn more about us here: rampedcareers.comWant us to help in your job search? Join Ramped Premium: https://www.rampedcareers.com/services

Anna Miller, Founder, Second Careers

TRP - Season 4, Episode 19: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Anna Miller, Founder of Second Careers, who guides early career talent in tech with personalized coaching and strategic networking help.IN THIS EPISODE, ANNA AND BEN COVER:00:33 - Who is Anna Miller?02:35 - Insider tips for career transitions07:52 - Why networking is essential to advance your career16:09 - Blueprint for a first networking conversation21:55 - Timing your referrals24:01 - Assessing your story and building credibility 27:34 - Local opportunities in early careerWe hope you enjoy the conversation. MORE ON ANNA:Anna Miller is the Founder of Second Careers, a career consultancy for early career talent that provides online courses and personalized coaching to guide career changers to land jobs in tech. She believes in a modern approach to job searching, emphasizing strategic networking and building meaningful connections as the keys to career advancement.Find in all these places:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamiller/Website - https://www.secondcareerscoaching.comMORE ON RAMPED:Learn more about us here: rampedcareers.comWant us to help in your job search? Join Ramped Premium: https://www.rampedcareers.com/services

Melissa Grabiner, Global HR & Talent Acquisition Leader

TRP - Season 4, Episode 18: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Melissa Grabiner, Global HR & Talent Acquisition Leader, who has shaped talent strategy and driven growth across global multi-industry landscapes.IN THIS EPISODE, MELISSA AND BEN COVER:00:34 - Who is Melissa Grabiner?06:37 - Enhancing the candidate experience10:56 - What sets candidates apart14:06 - Networking is really your secret weapon21:34 - Rewarding and retaining talent26:48 - Advice and guidance for new managers 30:19 - Prioritizing resilience and utilizing LinkedIn groups32:21 - Kickstarting your careerWe hope you enjoy the conversation. MORE ON MELISSA:Melissa Grabiner is a distinguished Senior Business Leader, renowned for her expertise in HR and Talent Acquisition across global multi-industry landscapes. She spearheaded the development of talent strategy for a leading pharma giant, supporting over 5,500 employees. Her leadership prowess is underscored by her ability to manage 22 Talent Advisors with zero attrition over eighteen years, significantly contributing to the hiring of 25,000 employees. Melissa's profound experience in driving Talent Acquisition and HR initiatives through significant organizational changes showcases her ability to attract, engage, and retain top talent.Find in all these places:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-grabiner/Website - https://topmate.io/melissa_grabinerMORE ON RAMPED:Learn more about us here: rampedcareers.comWant us to help in your job search? Join Ramped Premium: https://www.rampedcareers.com/services

Linda Le, Recruiter and Founder

TRP - Season 4, Episode 17: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Linda Le, Recruiter at Lockheed Martin and Founder of Creatively Quiet.IN THIS EPISODE, LINDA AND DANNY COVER:00:38 - Who is Linda Le?01:59 - Linda's unconventional career journey06:58 - How to stand out against hundreds of applicants09:41 - Taking the first step on LinkedIn12:05 - Everything you're missing on your LinkedIn profile15:35 - Reaching out to recruiters? Get straight to the point20:17 - Leverage LinkedIn to get referrals and interviews24:37 - Advice for Linda's younger selfWe hope you enjoy the conversation. MORE ON LINDA:Linda Le is a recruiter at Lockheed Martin and the founder of Creatively Quiet. She embraces a life of freedom and creativity, dedicated to empowering others in their career paths through networking and authenticity.Find in all these places:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindale20/Website - https://www.creativelyquiet.comNewsletter - https://www.creativelyquiet.com/newsletterMORE ON RAMPED:Learn more about us here: rampedcareers.comWant us to help in your job search? Join Ramped Premium: https://www.rampedcareers.com/services