Episodes

This is Workfluencer, a podcast about professionals who use content to challenge norms, create opportunity, and build real momentum — without needing to go “all in” as influencers. In this trailer episode, host Rhona Barnett-Pierce introduces the show’s mission and what to expect: honest, behind-the-scenes conversations with creators, leaders, and side-hustlers using content to shape careers, spark conversations, and shift entire industries from the inside.

In this solo launch episode, host Rhona Pierce introduces Workfluencer—a podcast about professionals using content to build careers, spark conversations, and challenge how we talk about work.

Recruitment technology has never evolved faster—but without a clear strategy, even the best tools can slow you down. In this episode, I’m joined by Lisa Skinner, CHRO at Teamtailor, live from Transform 2025. We dig into one of the biggest blind spots in talent acquisition today: adopting HR tech without first asking the right questions.

Are fake candidates on the rise in 2025? Stefanie Fackrell and I discuss how to protect companies from these scams without undoing years of work towards fair, unbiased, hiring practices.

Learn how to build engaged talent pipelines and drive better hiring outcomes using email nurture campaigns.

Learn how to build a powerful employee advocacy program that transforms your team into authentic brand ambassadors. Nicole Stephens shares battle-tested strategies from Fortune 50 companies, proving that successful employee advocacy doesn't require a big budget.

Learn why 33% of new hires leave within their first 6 months and how effective onboarding can save companies an average of $390,000 annually in turnover costs.

Around 20% of the population in the US is neurodivergent, yet most hiring processes contain significant barriers for neurodiverse candidates. If you’re not intentional about prioritizing neuro-inclusivity, AI-driven recruiting is going to make this worse!

Planning to create content at your next conference? There's more to it than just snapping selfies! This week, I’m joined by Mike Peditto to dive into his experience creating content at RecFest USA.

Do your hiring managers trust you? What about your manager? Recruiting is really hard if internal stakeholders don't trust you. In this episode, I’m joined by Brooke Wheeler, a Talent Acquisition Leader who has mastered the art of building trust internally. She shares insights on building trust with hiring managers, overcoming feelings of being undervalued, and the significance of curiosity in recruitment. Brooke shares personal experiences and insights on empowering teams, managing up, an...

Rhona and Dr. Jasmine Escalera discuss the misconceptions about career reinvention, how to overcome burnout in talent acquisition, redefining success for TA professionals, the power of micro-changes in your career, and practical strategies for pushing beyond your comfort zone.

Kamara Toffolo joins Rhona to chat about the challenges recruiters face in crafting their own resumes, the importance of quantifying accomplishments, and how to effectively showcase soft skills and leadership qualities.

Turn your podcast interviews into powerful recruiting content. In this solo episode, I share my strategy for maximizing the impact of your podcast guest appearances through strategic content repurposing.

Orlando Haynes shares his expertise on how to build a personal brand by being a guest on podcasts. He emphasizes the importance of visibility and leveraging podcast appearances to attract opportunities and candidates.

Tejal Rives shares her experience of using content creation to advocate for job seekers and improve her own recruiting practices.

Carrie Corcoran discusses the importance of involving hiring managers in recruitment marketing and employer branding efforts.

Learn how to create recruiting content that drives results. Joel Lalgee shares proven strategies for developing high-impact content that attracts and engages top talent.

Taylor Desseyn shares his unconventional approach to tech recruiting, focusing on building a community rather than relying on traditional outreach strategies.

Vanessa Raath challenges traditional email outreach methods and shares her approach to crafting email campaigns that resonate with candidates.

Learn how personal branding can transform your recruiting career. Learn strategies to stand out, attract opportunities, and increase your value in the talent acquisition field.

Rhona looks back on the unconventional career journeys of past guests and the power of storytelling in talent acquisition.

Learn about the EEOC's new workplace harassment guidance and how to create an inclusive hiring process with Jennifer Laurie, Chief People Officer at StartOut.

Tara Turk-Haynes, a DEI expert and TA Leader, discusses what it really takes to make diversity hiring work.

Sean Page shares how to increase your productivity as a recruiter in a resource-constrained environment.