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CareerTALKS Podcast

CareerTALKS Podcast

By: Orlando Haynes & Purple Acorn Network
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CareerTALKS provides relevant and actionable advice to help professionals grow in their career and life in today's career economy. Join me as I interview industry thought leaders, coaches, entrepreneurs, and corporate professionals ready to share their story and advice.Orlando Haynes & Purple Acorn Network Career Success Economics
Episodes
  • Episode #205 Why CareerTALKS Is Changing: The Career Conversation We Need Now

    Episode #205 Why CareerTALKS Is Changing: The Career Conversation We Need Now
    Jun 24 2026
    In this episode of the CareerTalks Podcast, host Orlando Haynes introduces a new direction for the show, focusing on deeper conversations about identity, resilience, and the human experience behind career decisions. He reflects on the evolution of career advice, the impact of modern challenges like layoffs and AI, and emphasizes the importance of clarity in career choices. The podcast will now feature solo episodes where Orlando shares insights from his extensive experience in recruiting and coaching, aiming to help listeners navigate their careers with intentionality and purpose. Podcast Sponsor 🌐Career Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Episode #204 Building Strategic Influence

    Episode #204 Building Strategic Influence
    Jun 9 2026
    Preston Sharpston is an Influence and Promotability Coach who helps corporate professionals build influence, get promoted, and lead with confidence. As a 4x Head of Talent with over a decade of multi-industry experience, Preston's insights have been featured by publications like Forbes Advisor and Industry Dive, and he has spoken at events like RecFest, DisruptHR, TalentSphere, and more. Orlando and Preston discuss the critical role of influence in HR, communication and recruiting. They explore how HR professionals can articulate their value to the business, bridge the gap between talent acquisition and executive leadership, and build meaningful relationships within their organizations. They explore proactive strategies for talent acquisition, the role of executive leadership in managing talent, and the need for effective problem-solving frameworks. The discussion emphasizes the importance of business acumen for talent acquisition professionals to enhance their influence and effectiveness within organizations. 🌐Guideline Talent 📍Preston Sharpston Orlando Haynes 🌐Career Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Episode #203 The New Rules to Job Searching

    Episode #203 The New Rules to Job Searching
    Jun 1 2026
    In this episode of the Career Talks Podcast, I spoke with Shreya Mehta, a former recruiter and co-founder of Super Coach, about navigating the complexities of job searching in today's economy. We discussed the emotional challenges job seekers face, the importance of understanding ATS systems, and how to effectively communicate value in resumes and interviews. Shreya emphasizes the need for confidence, clarity, and the strategic use of AI tools in the job application process, while also addressing the common pitfalls of self-rejection and the importance of continuous self-improvement. 🌐The Super Coach 🌐The Super Coach Community 📍Shreya Mehta Orlando Haynes 🌐Career Capital Document Your Work 📧info@career-capital.com - Contact for partnerships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
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