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Talentless

Talentless

By: WRKdefined Podcast Network
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 Welcome to Talentless 👋, the podcast that’s all HR, all talent, and zero fluff—the official show for recruiters, by recruiters! If you’re in the people business, this is your one-stop shop for everything that matters. Hosted Industry Leaders Ashley King and Desiree Goldey, we’re here to dig into the heart of what makes workplaces tick (and sometimes, blow up). From talent acquisition tips that actually work to the real talk on DEI and workforce trauma reshaping our industry, we’re not afraid to get into the messy, the meaningful, and the downright motivating. Buckle up—this is where you become the best in the business.All rights reserved by WRKdefined Career Success Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Building the Table: Leadership, Power & The Climb

    Building the Table: Leadership, Power & The Climb
    Feb 18 2026
    Leadership conversations love to talk about intention.This one talks about impact. In this episode of Talentless, Desiree Goldey and Ashley King sit down with Felicia Smith, founder of The Climb, to unpack what leadership development actually looks like when diversity moves beyond buzzwords and into real behavior, decision-making, and power structures. We get into: The moment representation stops being a “pipeline problem” Why mentorship without systems falls short How bias hides behind words like fit and readiness What leaders consistently miss when evaluating talent Why building better tables matters more than asking for a seat This conversation blends real leadership strategy with the deeper psychology behind access, opportunity, and advancement — and challenges leaders to move from performative support to meaningful action. Learn more about The Climb: the-climb.org Connect with Felicia Smith on LinkedIn
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    51 mins
  • Data Over Drama: Building Strong Partnerships

    Data Over Drama: Building Strong Partnerships
    Feb 3 2026
    Ben Abear, Scaled Analytics & Innovation Manager at Adobe In this episode of Talentless, Desiree Goldey and Ashley King sit down with Ben Abear to talk about why modern hiring breaks when decisions are driven by feelings instead of facts. Ben shares how data builds trust, strengthens partnerships with the business, and helps recruiters move from order takers to true strategic partners even on small or under-resourced teams. We dig into what hiring metrics actually matter, how qualitative insight adds critical context, and where AI can support (but not replace) good decision-making. What you’ll hear: Why data is essential in today’s hiring landscape How trust with the business is built through clarity The role of qualitative data in better hiring decisions How small teams can still leverage data effectively
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    47 mins
  • Military Hiring Debunked

    Military Hiring Debunked
    Jan 27 2026
    Hiring veterans isn’t hard.Hiring veterans without understanding them is where everything falls apart. In this episode of Talentless, Desiree Goldey and Ashley King are joined by Lee Cage Jr. (SPHR, HRIP, CSM) to break down the myths, mistakes, and missed opportunities in military hiring. Lee brings a rare mix of experience across enterprise transformation, HR technology, and 17+ years of service in the Army National Guard, making this conversation equal parts practical, strategic, and overdue. We get into: The biggest misconceptions companies have about military talent Why “they don’t have corporate experience” is usually lazy hiring How to translate military roles into skills without oversimplifying them What real veteran support looks like after hiring (onboarding + retention) Where recruiters get stuck: sourcing, evaluation, and hiring manager bias What TA leaders should do right now to build military hiring programs that actually work If your company says “we love hiring veterans” but can’t explain what that actually means… this episode is your mirror. Listen wherever you get your podcasts Submit your #dumdum talent stories for a shoutout
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    42 mins
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