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The Human Capitalist

The Human Capitalist

De: Trent Cotton & Purple Acorn Network
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What is a Human Capitalist? Well, it's the new version of Human Resources. It's time to get rid of the outdated and reactive HR and replace it with Human Capitalism. I'm Trent Cotton and I'm ready to give the HR industry the punch it needs to become more focused on Human Capital versus the old stauncy HR. I’m thrilled to have you here as we dive into the future of Human Resources together. This podcast is all about empowering HR professionals to step up as proactive consultants, using AI and cutting-edge practices to manage a company’s largest expense and highest revenue producing asset—its people. As a senior HR Executive at HatchWorks AI, I get a rare glimpse into the impact technology advancement will have on the industry. This podcast is designed to share those insights with you! I’ll show you how to turn your biggest expense into a revenue-generating powerhouse by embracing change and leading with insight. If you are ready to be a rebel in the industry and unlock the true potential of human capital, this is the channel you've been looking for.Trent Cotton & Purple Acorn Network Economía Exito Profesional
Episodios
  • The Silent Shift Redefining the CHRO Role

    The Silent Shift Redefining the CHRO Role
    Mar 22 2026
    The traditional CHRO role is being quietly eliminated. Not by AI. Not by the economy. By CHROs themselves. Average CHRO tenure has dropped from 6 years to 4.8. Only 3 in 10 have a business background. 60% see themselves as C-suite equals — but only 12% are paid like it. The gap between how CHROs see themselves and how boards value them is the whole problem in one number. In this episode — the foundation of a 7-part series — I break down why the traditional CHRO role is becoming obsolete, what the data actually says about where this is heading, and the five personas that separate the CHROs keeping their seat from the ones getting reorganized out of it. In this episode: The quiet demotion pattern I've watched play out across dozens of organizations The Josh Bersin data nobody wants to talk about out loud Why the real problem is language, not awareness The Five Personas of the Modern CHRO: The Architect, The Engineer, The Scientist, The COO, The Coach The one question I use to benchmark every CHRO I work with Timestamps 0:00 The CHRO problem nobody's talking about 1:16 About this series 1:46 The quiet demotion pattern 2:49 What the data shows 4:19 It's language, not awareness 6:00 The five personas 10:26 Three action steps 11:54 Bottom line About The Human Capitalist For 20 years I've been rebuilding organizations for C-suite leaders. This channel is an intelligence briefing on the business of people — for CEOs, Board Members, and CHROs who want the signal without the noise. New episodes every week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 m
  • AI, Reverse Recruiting & the Talent Portfolio Manager

    AI, Reverse Recruiting & the Talent Portfolio Manager
    Mar 1 2026
    Is reverse recruiting a real career service — or a clever racket preying on job seekers? And what happens to recruiting when AI takes over the top of the funnel? In this episode, I’m joined by Brian Fink, one of LinkedIn’s most respected recruiting voices, to unpack two disruptive trends reshaping the talent industry. We dive into the reverse recruiting craze — where candidates pay recruiters to apply for them — and why Brian calls it “a racket in new packaging.” I also share insights from my Fast Company article on the Talent Portfolio Manager (TPM) — a next-gen model redefining the recruiter’s role in the age of AI. What you’ll learn: Why the “AI eliminates 75% of resumes” stat is misleading — and who profits from that fear The ethical problem with charging both candidates and companies What a Talent Portfolio Manager does — and why it’s the future of recruiting Why internal mobility is broken (and who’s hoarding the fix) The 30-minute daily habit that keeps Brian and me ahead of the AI curve Timestamps:0:00 — Intro & Meet Brian Fink2:00 — Reverse Recruiting: Trend or Racket?6:30 — The “AI Eliminates 75%” Myth9:00 — The Ethics of Reverse Recruiting15:00 — The Talent Portfolio Manager Model20:00 — Internal Mobility & Ownership30:00 — HR’s Non-Negotiables in the Age of AI35:00 — Daily Learning Habits & Staying Ahead39:00 — Sprint Recruiting + Closing Thoughts 📌 Connect with Brian Fink: linkedin.com/in/brian-fink | @TheBrianFink on Substack, Instagram, and X📌 Connect with Trent Cotton: linkedin.com/in/trentcotton | trentcotton.com/blog 🔔 Subscribe for weekly intelligence briefings on the business of people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 m
  • Reverse Recruiting: Should Job Seekers Pay to Get Hired?

    Reverse Recruiting: Should Job Seekers Pay to Get Hired?
    Feb 20 2026
    Reverse recruiting is blowing up right now — and I have thoughts. In a tight labor market where there are more unemployed Americans than open roles, candidates are flipping the script and paying recruiters to land them jobs. It's like having a Hollywood agent for your career. And honestly? Part of me thinks it's genius. But there's a huge red flag that nobody is talking about. In this video, I break down what reverse recruiting actually is, why it's gaining traction, what I like about it, and the one thing you should NEVER do if a reverse recruiter reaches out to you. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - What is reverse recruiting? 0:19 - The LinkedIn article breaking it down 0:42 - The positive: Why this model is actually ingenious 1:27 - The BIG red flag (never do this) 1:49 - How to protect yourself as a candidate 2:16 - The Hollywood agent analogy 2:34 - Paying for network access — is it worth it? 2:55 - I want to hear from you (reverse recruiters & candidates) If you're a reverse recruiter or a candidate who's used one, I want to hear from you. Drop a comment or reach out — I'm genuinely curious how this is playing out. Like and subscribe for more no-fluff takes on recruiting, talent, and the future of work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 m
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