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H.I.R.E.D - Help, Inform, Reflect, Empower, Develop

Paul Seaman and Trevor Churchley
Australia
Linkedin
Recruitment Industry
Applicant Tracking System
Fractional Employment
Ageism
Job Seeker Community
Ghosting
Ghosting In Recruitment
AI In Recruitment
Working From Home
Inclusive Employment
Talentology
Recruitment
Green Ring
The Hustle Game
Unemployment
Melbourne, Australia
Disability
Equallyu

Welcome to H.I.R.E.D.—the podcast where job seekers find Help, Information, Reflection, Empowerment, and Development. Hosted by Trevor and Paul, we offer candid, practical conversations about navigating unemployment, understanding the job market, and dealing with recruiters and recruitment processes. From actionable job-seeking strategies to maintaining your mental health and resilience, we’re her... more

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In this episode of H.I.R.E.D Trevor and Paul are joined by Roger Lawrence.

Roger is a current job seeker with a very deep and rich back story. He is a man of many talents and stories.

Rogers walks through a number of stories to illustrate his versi... more

Welcome back to our 6th episode of season 2. We appreciate you choosing to listen to H.I.R.E.D. A podcast that is created to help support job seekers (or those with an interest in this area) with information, support and a bit of a laugh.

In this i... more

The goal of job seeking is finding a job that you want. If you're a job seeker, chances are that you're not really enjoying being unemployed. It's not a fun place, but, finding balance, which includes finding some enjoyment and fun, is critical to su... more

In this episode, Trevor and Paul are joined by special guest Travis Newing.

The topic of discussion is The Hustle Game as invented by Trevor and offered through his company Talentology AU.

We dive into the game, it's history, evolution, benefits an... more

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Recent Guests

Roger Lawrence
Chief Technologist / advisor with experience in Microsoft, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, startups, and No Kill Switch Advisory — expert in cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise architecture
No Kill Switch Advisory
Episode: S2 E7 - Resilience for job seekers (and others)
Phil Kan
Technology leader and former jobseeker, discusses transition from unemployment to employment
Magnetica / OpenSource technology leadership roles
Episode: S2E5 - Bridging from jobseeker to employed
Travis Newing
Multi-faceted, diverse global IT leader with 25+ years in IT leadership roles
Former IT leader; currently in a Superfund role (as discussed)
Episode: S2 E4 - The Hustle Game
David Lewis
IT leader with two decades in IT operations and service delivery; guest on the show
Talentology
Episode: S2 E3: Green Rings and Hustling
Mahmoud Sleiman
Senior transformational leader with experience at MGM Grand Resorts and NSW government
Talentology network / Infinity8 group
Episode: S2, E2 - The World of Fractional Work
Margaret Gilbert
MG, guest in episode two, discussed experiences as a job seeker and ageism
Equally You (co-founder) / Jobseeker community advocate
Episode: S2 E1 - Looking back and looking forward
Susan McKay
Guest in episode five, provided observations on work from home and related decisions
Industry commentator / work-from-home advocate
Episode: S2 E1 - Looking back and looking forward
Kim Basiliu
Guest in episode six, co-founder of Equally You, works with clients on the autism spectrum
Equally You
Episode: S2 E1 - Looking back and looking forward
Tomas Jajesnica
Chief Meditation Officer of Mr. Meditate; keynote speaker
Mr. Meditate
Episode: S1 E7 - Happiness is in the present

Hosts

Trevor
Co-host focused on storytelling, recruiting insights, and industry perspectives; frequently referenced in HIRED/Talentology initiatives.
Paul
Co-host providing career coaching perspectives, recruitment insights, and practical job-search guidance; often connects with Talentology programs.

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S2, E2 - The World of Fractional Work
Q: I'm actually curious about something you just said, Mahmoud, about streamlining or cutting through the recruitment pipeline. How does fractional work affect speed to hire?
It depends on the organization, but the core advantage comes from established trust, direct networks, and a focus on the outcome rather than a lengthy interview process; in many cases, organizations can engage a capable fractional leader quickly through trusted relationships, reducing multiple interview steps and procurement hurdles.
S2 E4 - The Hustle Game
Q: Can you talk about what The Hustle Game includes and the cost, and what a participant gets for joining?
The Hustle Game runs in 12-week seasons with weekly coaching, a Friday recap, and a structured set of activities (about 38 actions) that earn points. Participants join a cohort of about a dozen job seekers, receive ongoing coaching, and have weekly, group-focused sessions designed to improve visibility and momentum in the job market. The cost is still being finalized, but inclusions include access to the 12-week game, weekly coaching, and weekly recap sessions, plus the support network and accountability.
S1 E2: Ageism - it's time to outgrow this bias
Q: What are some concrete experiences Margaret has faced with ageism in job searches?
Margaret describes situations where she was told she was too experienced or would be bored, faced exclusions where her name didn't appear on shortlists, and encountered assumptions about commitment and retirement.
S1 E2: Ageism - it's time to outgrow this bias
Q: What is ageism and how does it manifest in the workplace?
Ageism is discrimination based on age, affecting both younger and older workers in hiring, promotions, training, pay, and job security, often surfacing as unconscious bias in recruitment and culture.
S1 E7 - Happiness is in the present
Q: How do you explain to someone that happiness is a present-tense choice, not something tied to getting a job or to a future event?
Happiness is cultivated by staying in the present, noticing breath, reducing rumination, and choosing to act with intention and balance rather than letting stress dictate behavior.

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What is H.I.R.E.D about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on practical strategies for job seekers navigating today's market, blending tech industry realities with human-centric recruitment insights. Across episodes, listeners hear from seasoned IT leaders, recruiters, and advocates about resilience in unemployment, how to surface value in applications, and how modern hiring practices—like AI in recruiting, ATS myths, and open-to-work signaling—shape outcomes. A recurring thread is building tangible momentum through community, coaching tools, and relationship networks, whether pursuing traditional roles, fractional work, or remote/hybrid arrangements. Noteworthy is the reinforced emphasis on wellbeing, inclusivity, and authentic outreach, plus entertaining formats and real-worl... more

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