Ever wondered why that job you applied for needed FIVE interviews? Tracy Noel has some thoughts about that—and they might surprise you.

In this conversation with Cam and Otis, the Marine Corps veteran and founder of Aion Worldwide pulls back the curtain on what's happening in recruiting today. "The value is in the human," Tracy explains, challenging the transactional approach many companies take to hiring.

From balancing the needs of employers against the experience of candidates to making companies sign an ethics portfolio before she will work with them, Tracy's approach to recruiting is refreshingly relationship-driven. She even shares the inside scoop on why some hiring processes drag on forever (hint: it's not always about finding the perfect candidate).

Whether you're looking to hire better people or hoping to get hired yourself, this episode offers rare insights into how the best matches happen when recruiters hold both sides accountable. Plus, Otis can't help but compare modern hiring processes to Special Forces selection—and he might not be wrong.

More About Tracy:
Tracy Noel is a Marine Corps veteran and the founder of Aion Worldwide, a recruiting firm built on the belief that the right hire can change everything. With a background that spans military service, international advocacy, and public sector leadership, Tracy brings a unique blend of discipline, strategic foresight, and heart to the world of talent acquisition.

Through Aion, she partners with companies in the energy, tech, and medical sectors to make high-impact hires that drive real results. Her approach focuses on more than just filling roles —it's about placing people who will increase revenue, protect company culture, and fuel long-term growth. She’s worked with founders making their first hire and organizations restructuring teams at scale, always with the same mission: hire with intention, not desperation.

Looking ahead, Tracy is focused on scaling Aion’s impact globally, expanding veteran-led hiring initiatives, and helping more companies move away from transactional hiring models toward transformational leadership. Her work is a powerful reminder that the right person, hired at the right time, can completely shift the future of a business.


#10xYourTeam #RecruitingInsights #HireWithIntention #RelationshipDrivenHiring #AionWorldwide #TracyNoel #VeteranLedBusiness #EthicalRecruiting #TalentAcquisition #HumanCenteredHiring #BetterHiringProcesses #RecruitmentStrategy #BusinessGrowthThroughPeople #TransformationalHiring #RightHireRightTime #PeopleOverProcess


Chapter Times and Titles:

What's in a Name: Aion Worldwide [00:00 - 06:00]
Introduction to Tracy Noel
The meaning behind "Aion" (timeless)
First glimpses of Tracy's relationship-driven approach

The Human in Human Capital [06:01 - 15:00]
"The value is in the human"
Moving beyond transactional recruiting
Cultural and international responsibilities

Who's Really the Client? [15:01 - 30:00]
The ethical balancing act
"My client is the organization."
Holding both employers and candidates accountable

The Ethics Portfolio [30:01 - 40:00]
Making clients sign ethical agreements
Doing things "ethically and efficiently"
Building relationships that last

"Five Interviews Are Too Many" [40:01 - 50:00]
The frustration of endless interview processes
Comparison to Special Forces selection
Industry-specific hiring challenges

Hiring with Intention [50:01 - End]
Moving away from desperate hiring
What candidates are really noticing
Final thoughts and how to connect with Tracy


Tracy Noel
Website: https://aionworldwide.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-noel-a2z/

Ever wondered what it's like to work with a coach who refuses to sugarcoat the truth? In this episode, we sit down with Paul Glover, the self-proclaimed "No B.S. Executive Leadership Coach" who's built his practice on brutal honesty and genuine results.

"I'm not going to try to convince you," Paul tells us about his approach to potential clients. "If what we've done up to this point doesn't convince you, then you need to find somebody else." It's this refreshing directness that sets the tone for our entire conversation about what real leadership development looks like.

From discussing why empathy is a skill set that can be learned to exploring why human psychology hasn't changed since Marcus Aurelius was complaining about the Roman Senate (Camden's words: "complaining about going to work because the people in the Senate are assholes"), Paul shares insights from his unique journey as an ex-white-collar felon and "recovering" federal trial lawyer.

Whether you're looking for a leadership coach or trying to become a better leader yourself, Paul's perspective on the exchange of energy in coaching relationships and why critical thinking is a learnable skill will challenge you to rethink what growth requires. Just don't expect him to be "soft and cuddly" about it.

More About Paul:
About Me: I'm the No B.S. Executive Leadership Coach, Challenging the Best to Be Better in organizations with revenue up to one billion dollars. I’m also an ex- white-collar felon, a "recovering” federal trial lawyer, a TEDx speaker, an approved Vistage and YPO Speaker on leadership in the Post-Pandemic work environment, the author of WorkQuake™: Making the Seismic Shift to a Knowledge Economy, a Forbes contributor, a Starbucks addict, and a Chicago Bears fanatic.


#10xYourTeam #NoBSLeadership #ExecutiveCoach #BrutalHonestyWins #LeadWithTruth #CriticalThinkingMatters #EmpathyIsASkill #LeadershipWithoutExcuses #WorkQuakeWisdom #RealTalkLeadership #GrowOrGo #PaulGlover


Chapter Times and Titles:

The YouTube Rant [00:00 - 01:30]
Otis's passionate plea for subscribers
"Hit the stupid subscribe button. It costs you nothing."
Setting the tone for an unfiltered conversation

Meet Paul: The No-BS Coach [01:31 - 10:00]
Introduction to Paul's background
From federal trial lawyer to executive coach
The philosophy behind his direct approach

"I Don't Coach People I Don't Like" [10:01 - 20:00]
Paul's criteria for client selection
"I look at coaching as an exchange of energy"
Why compatibility matters more than credentials

The Guide in the Hero's Journey [20:01 - 35:00]
The tension between guiding and knowing better
Paul's approach to the coaching relationship
"I'm not into persuading you to enter my coaching program"

Empathy as a Learnable Skill [35:01 - 45:00]
Breaking down leadership into skill sets
"People who aren't empathetic, empathy is a skill set"
The importance of delivery in leadership

Timeless Human Psychology [45:01 - 53:30]
References to stoicism and Marcus Aurelius
How human nature remains consistent through history
Applying ancient wisdom to modern leadership challenges

Prison Leadership? [53:31 - End]
Lighthearted discussion about potential book titles
Final thoughts and contact information
Standard outro and wrap-up


Paul Glover
https://paulgloverspeaks.com/

Have you ever noticed how some people always seem to be in crisis mode, while others handle the same situations with ease? In this impromptu family episode (complete with the authentic soundtrack of roofers overhead), Cam and Otis dive into what might be behind this difference.

"If that 10-year-old had been told every day for his entire life that he sucks, he could never have that belief to go do something beyond what he should be able to do," Otis reflects, as they explore how our past shapes our response to challenges.

From missed flights to Medal of Honor winners, father and son unpack the concept of locus of control—that invisible force determining whether you see yourself as the driver of your life or just a passenger along for the ride. Plus, they share practical wisdom about how preparation eliminates most of the "emergencies" we create for ourselves.

Whether you're dealing with your crisis patterns or trying to understand why some team members thrive under pressure while others crumble, this conversation offers both psychological insight and practical tips for building resilience. And yes, we kept the roof thumping in because real conversations happen in imperfect settings.


#10xYourTeam #MindsetMatters #CrisisOrControl #LocusOfControl #ResilienceInRealLife #OwnYourResponse #PreparedNotPanicked #LeadThroughChaos #BeliefDrivesBehavior #EmergencyProof #RoofTopWisdom


Chapter Times and Titles:

The Impromptu Episode (With Bonus Roof Work) [00:00 - 01:45]
Introduction and explanation of background noise
"That's how you know it's real."
Setting up the family episode format

Internal vs. External Locus of Control [01:46 - 23:15]
Defining the psychological concept
How it affects our response to challenges
"If you feel like you are in control of things, you're going to take action."

The 10-Year-Old's Perspective [23:16 - 27:26]
How childhood messaging shapes our belief in our abilities
Connection to extraordinary actions in crisis
The Medal of Honor winner comparison

Creating Your Own Emergencies [27:27 - 35:00]
The missed flight example
"It's an undue crisis."
How preparation eliminates most "emergencies"

Building Buffer Time [35:01 - 45:00]
Practical strategies for avoiding crisis
"I've got an extra buffer in time"
The procrastination trap

Lessons Learned and Closing Thoughts [45:01 - End]
Key takeaways about preparation and control
How to apply these concepts in leadership
Standard outro and wrap-up

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