The Hiring Confessional

09/04/2026

🚨 YOUR STAR EMPLOYEE MIGHT BE YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM.

They hit their numbers.
They’re incredibly talented.
They get results.

But they also create conflict, damage teamwork, and make everyone around them miserable.

Katee Van Horn calls this the “brilliant jerk.” 💥

At some point, companies have to ask:

Is one person’s talent worth sacrificing the team?

Because being brilliant at your job doesn't automatically make you a great employee.

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💬 Would you keep a brilliant jerk if they were your top performer?

09/03/2026

💼 “We’re trying to sell people to come work for us, not scare them.”
— Michael Hayes

Hiring isn’t just about evaluating candidates. It’s also about selling the opportunity. 🎯

If your hiring process feels slow, complicated, or overly defensive, great candidates may walk away before you ever get the chance to make an offer.

The best hiring process works both ways: you’re evaluating the candidate, and they’re evaluating you.

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💬 What makes a company stand out to you as a candidate?

09/02/2026

👻 STOP POSTING FAKE JOBS.

If you keep reposting the same job over and over, candidates may start wondering: Why is this position always open? 👀

Repeated job postings can make your company look like it has high turnover — and great candidates may simply scroll past your listing.

As Michael Hayes points out, you’re not just wasting a job board budget. You could be losing qualified candidates before they even apply.

💸 YOU’RE WASTING MONEY — AND CANDIDATES’ TIME.

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Watch the full conversation with Michael Hayes and Katee Van Horn:
🎧 Link in the comment.

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💬 Have you ever skipped a job posting because you kept seeing it over and over?

09/01/2026

Staying relevant means staying willing to learn.

“If you want to stay relevant in any industry, you have to stay up with the times.”
— Katee Van Horn

Industries change. Technology evolves. Skills become outdated.

The professionals who stay ahead aren’t necessarily the ones who know everything—they’re the ones willing to keep learning, adapting, and growing.

For leaders, recruiters, and professionals alike, continuous growth isn’t optional. It’s part of staying competitive.

💬 What’s one skill you’re developing right now to stay relevant?

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08/31/2026

👀 YOU HAVE TO SELL THE JOB.

Hiring isn't just about asking candidates why they're the right person for the role.

Companies have to sell the opportunity too. 💼

In this clip from The Hiring Confessional, Katee Van Horn explains why employers need to show candidates why their company is a great place to work—and why candidate experience should be a priority throughout the hiring process.

The best talent has choices. If you want great people to choose your company, don't just interview them. Give them a reason to say yes. 🎯

🎧 FULL EPISODE OUT NOW!
Watch the conversation with Michael Hayes and Katee Van Horn: Link in the comment.

💬 What makes you say YES to a job—the role, the company culture, or the people?

08/31/2026

🚨 Your hiring process could be costing you great candidates.

Ghost jobs. Endless interviews. Complicated job postings. Slow decisions.

In the latest episode of The Hiring Confessional, Michael Hayes sits down with HR leader Katee Van Horn to talk about what companies are getting wrong about hiring and what actually creates a great workplace.

They discuss why recruiting is more than screening candidates, why candidate experience matters, how overly complicated hiring processes can drive great people away, and why human connection still matters in recruiting.

The biggest takeaway? Hiring doesn't have to be this complicated.

🎧 Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/xMNkQF2alXs

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💬 What do you think is the biggest problem with hiring today—ghost jobs, slow hiring, or too many interviews?

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08/28/2026

Getting fired from radio after 13 years felt like the end, but it was actually the start of building an almost $1B wealth management firm.

When Mark Asher got let go, his buddy called him with a crazy idea: start a wealth management firm together. Mark's initial reaction? He literally hung up. Fast forward to today, Southwest Wealth Strategies is a thriving firm built alongside his college friends. Proof that an unexpected career pivot might just be the best thing that ever happens to you. 📈🔥

What’s the biggest leap of faith you’ve taken in your career? Drop your story in the comments below! 👇

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08/27/2026

“If you get fired, nobody’s gonna come over and give you a trophy.” — Michael Hayes

Getting fired is one of the toughest moments in anyone's career.

In this episode of The Hiring Confessional, Michael Hayes shares a blunt perspective on resilience in the workplace: setbacks happen, careers change, and difficult moments are part of professional growth.

The real question isn't whether challenges will come—it's what you choose to do next.

Whether you're navigating job loss, building your career, or leading a team, resilience and the ability to keep moving forward can make all the difference.

💬 What's the biggest lesson a career setback has taught you?

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🎧 Watch the full episode featuring Mark Asher of Southwest Wealth Strategies. Link in the comments.

08/26/2026

Have the skills? You’re in demand. 💼🔥

The hiring market is getting more competitive, and employers don't always have a year and a half to train someone from scratch.

As Mark Asher of Southwest Wealth Strategies explains, if you're good at what you do and already understand the industry, your skills can make you a much stronger candidate.

💡 Build skills. Stay valuable. Stay in demand.

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💬 What skill makes you stand out in your industry?

🎧 Full episode featuring Mark Asher of Southwest Wealth Strategies — link in bio/comments.

08/25/2026

“It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” 🤝
— Mark Asher

When you're changing careers, looking for a new opportunity, or trying to grow professionally, your network can open doors that a resume alone can't.

Mark Asher shares how relationships, trust, and reputation played an important role in his transition from sports radio to wealth management—a reminder that sometimes the right connection can lead to an opportunity you never expected.

💡 Build relationships. Build trust. Build your network.

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💬 What’s one connection that helped change your career?

🎧 Watch the full episode featuring Mark Asher of Southwest Wealth Strategies.
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