Behind the Hire: Uncovering Game-Changing Leadership Strategies

When the stakes are high, hiring the right leader can make or break your business. How I Hire dives into bold hiring strategies, historic market shifts, and heroic leadership stories from the best executives in the game.

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Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman

The Surprising Tensions and Truths About Teams with Organizational psychologists Dr. Ted Freeman and Dr. Stacey Philpot.

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Jackson Jeyanayagam

Jackson Jeyanayagam is an accomplished executive leader whose work has spanned across many industry sectors and a wide range of organizations.

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Ben Steele

Ben Steele is a seasoned marketing and brand development leader, having most recently served as REI’s inaugural chief customer officer.

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Jamaliya Cobine

To kick off a new series of special episodes here at How I Hire, we’re taking a close look at the chief digital officer role.

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Nadine Hall

Nadine Hall is a cross-functional business leader, having spent decades innovating in apparel and consumer products at companies like HanesBrands and Sara Lee.

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Hans Melotte

International business leader Hans Melotte shares the lessons he has learned working with some of the largest brands in the world.

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A Recruiter’s Perspective on Job Search Strategy Part 2: Interviewing

Kate Sargent is a talent acquisition expert and job search strategy coach, assisting both companies and candidates alike in matching top talent with career defining roles.

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A Recruiter’s Perspective on Job Search Strategy Part 1: Preparing and Networking

Kate Sargent is a talent acquisition expert and job search strategy coach, assisting both companies and candidates alike in matching top talent with career defining roles.

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Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams is the founder and CEO of Ph.Creative, an employer branding agency helping companies attract top talent.

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Reflections, Highlights and Key Hiring Lessons for 2024

We’re reflecting on some of our favorite moments shared on the podcast over the past year.

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ROY NOTOWITZ:  Meet your podcast host, the CEO and Founder of Noto Group, an executive search and leadership consulting firm based in Portland, OR.

Podcast Host Roy Notowitz Pioneers Top Talent Strategies—One Podcast At A Time

ROY NOTOWITZ:  Meet your podcast host, the CEO and Founder of Noto Group, an executive search and leadership consulting firm based in Portland, OR.

Filling a Content Gap in the World of Hiring

In 2019, Noto Group founder Roy Notowitz launched the How I Hire podcast to fill a gap in content that he himself was searching for. “I was looking for this kind of content and I couldn’t find it,” says Roy. "Nobody was focused specifically on executive hiring or how to build top-performing leadership teams." This desire to explore the intricate world of hiring led to the creation of How I Hire, a podcast that goes behind the scenes of executive recruitment and leadership.

Each episode features insightful conversations with respected industry leaders, offering practical advice and real-world examples on crucial topics—from defining executive roles and assessing leadership capabilities to aligning hiring strategies with company values. How I Hire goes beyond tips and tactics; it dives deep into the experiences of top executives who’ve made smart, quick decisions that have driven growth and elevated businesses. Listeners gain valuable lessons from these leaders’ successes and setbacks, avoiding common pitfalls and staying ahead of industry trends.

Roy is uniquely qualified to host this podcast. He has spent over two decades helping iconic consumer brands build leadership teams that align with their mission. His experience spans executive leadership, marketing, strategy, operations, product creation, finance, and more. Roy’s extensive background includes leading Generator Group, an executive search firm ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing companies, and working at Nike as a Recruiting and Staffing Manager during a period of explosive growth.

Named one of the Sporting Goods Business SGB 40 Under 40 award recipients, Roy is a recognized thought leader in the talent space. He has shared his expertise with organizations like the American Marketing Association and the Outdoor Industry Association on topics such as talent alignment and hiring trends.

Now, with How I Hire, Roy brings his deep experience to the forefront, sitting down with the world’s most inspiring leaders to explore the art and science of assembling exceptional teams.

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