HIRED! The Podcast With Travis Miller

The automation industry isn’t just changing—it’s being rebuilt by the people who refuse to wait for permission. On this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, host Travis Miller sits down with Nikki Gonzales, a leader reshaping the field by showing up, speaking out, and creating the kind of industry she wants to work in. Recently hired as Director of Business Development at Weintek U

Most companies are wasting money on marketing that doesn’t work—chasing the wrong audience, burning budgets on ineffective strategies, and missing the biggest opportunity right in front of them. In this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, host Travis Miller sits down with Eddie Saunders Jr., founder of Speak Friend, to expose the biggest marketing mistakes and reveal how to cut wast

Season 4 of HIRED! The Podcast kicks off with a powerful conversation between host Travis Miller and Bryan Howard, CEO of Peoplyst and author of The Vanguard Edge. In this episode, Bryan shares actionable insights on building resilient, high-performing teams and creating a culture that thrives in the face of change. Bryan dives into his framework for resilience, exploring the impor

In this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, host Travis Miller sits down with James Ellis, a top expert in employer branding, for a lively conversation packed with hot takes and real, actionable insights. This isn’t your typical discussion—Ellis breaks down exactly how businesses can stand out by focusing on what makes them unique as employers and why authenticity is key in attracti

In this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, Travis Miller sits down with Kim Blomquist, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at mHUB, Chicago’s leading manufacturing incubator. Kim sheds light on mHUB’s role in nurturing early-stage startups, particularly in the fields of climate and energy, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. From prototyping labs to a comprehensive

In this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, Travis Miller is joined by Cathy Rinne, President and CEO of Flex-Line Automation, alongside her daughter Lauren Van De Mark, Sales and Marketing Manager, marketing intern Isaiah Roth, and Customer Service Specialist Cayla Sibley. Together, they explore the nuances of talent acquisition in manufacturing and automation, offering valuable insigh

Join us in this insightful episode of HIRED! The Podcast, hosted by Travis Miller, as we dive into the world of transitioning from technical roles to sales with Karine Leblanc, who is “Not Your Typical Engineer™”. Author of How to Be Human in a Technical World, Karine shares her journey and emphasizes the critical role of soft skills, especially communication and interpersona

In this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, host Travis Miller interviews Britta Muehlenberg, Chief Operating Officer at Acrolinx, about the transformative role of AI in the workplace and the importance of human talent and leadership. Travis and Britta discuss generative AI’s impact on the job market, leadership, and employee engagement. They explore the need for courageous communicat

In this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, we sit down with Luis Báez, a former executive at Tesla and Uber, who shares his remarkable journey from corporate sales to entrepreneurship. Discover how Luis has leveraged his extensive experience to become a successful sales and leadership coach, guiding others to achieve their goals. We explore key themes such as self-awareness as a manag

Recruiting pros, listen up - the latest episode of HIRED! The Podcast is a must-listen. Host Travis Miller sits down with Ann Wyatt, President of Ann Wyatt Recruiting and host of the Workforce 4.0 podcast. Their lively discussion explores effective interview strategies, building positive organizational cultures, achieving work-life balance for employees, and more. Ann offers insigh