The Talent Trade
Business & Economics Podcasts
The Talent Trade is all about finding the right person, for the right opportunity, at the right time. But how exactly do you do that the "right" way? Executive Search Partner and Top Biller Stephanie Maas shares more than 25 years of experience about...
Location:
United States
Description:
The Talent Trade is all about finding the right person, for the right opportunity, at the right time. But how exactly do you do that the "right" way? Executive Search Partner and Top Biller Stephanie Maas shares more than 25 years of experience about what it takes to be a top recruiter in today's "talent trade" market, using ThinkingAhead’s four-prong system focused on recruiting, business development, planning, and managing your mindset. It’s real, honest information about how to build your desk, perfect your niche, and stand out among the crowd in your search career. Southwestern/Great American, Inc., dba Southwestern Family of Companies, for itself and its related entities and their assigns, reserves and retains all rights to their copyrighted materials and trademarks contained in this podcast.
Language:
English
Website:
https://TheTalentTrade.com
Email:
info@thetalenttrade.com
Episodes
Talent Trade Tidbit - Onboarding
4/23/2026
So you've already got the job...that's it, right? Actually, what happens on day 1 and 2 can make a HUGE difference to your success in the role...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:01:49
Recruiter Spotlight - Ryan Rasmussen
4/16/2026
Ryan Rasmussen, Partner and Executive Recruiter in the Nonprofit Practice at ThinkingAhead, shares personal insights into his role, what drew him to ThinkingAhead and the world of executive search, and what happens when nonprofit organizations develop a long-term relationship with a recruiting partner.
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:04:05
Talent Trade Tidbit - Getting Called To The Majors
4/9/2026
Don't make a rookie mistake and don't be a benchwarmer. When your time comes to play in the big leagues, consider these 3 factors...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:02:14
Spring Cleaning For Your Desk and For Your Head
4/2/2026
Time to declutter! Not just at home, but professionally as well. Learn the 4 big categories to get into order for a smoother Q2 and beyond, the way they interact with one another, and how to attack each one.
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:10:04
Talent Trade Tidbit - Realistic Hiring
3/26/2026
If you're looking for a candidate, you'd better keep your expectations...realistic. Stephanie shares a story of how she had to give it straight to one client, and why ultimately, they appreciated the candor.
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:03:38
Talent Trade Tidbit - Gratitude
3/19/2026
It's the magic word that might be the hardest to say right now, but making it a habit can change EVERYTHING...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:01:27
Talent Trade Tidbit - Balancing Multiple Opportunities
3/12/2026
Newsflash: it's competitive out there. Don't let the best RECRUITER stand in the way of the best OPPORTUNITY. Don't let your ego get in the way, either. Here's some good advice for managing both...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:03:18
Volume Vs. Boutique Search
3/5/2026
Are you getting questions like "why do I need a search firm at all?" or "what's the difference between firms anyway?" Stephanie's got the answers...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:08:17
Talent Trade Tidbit - Stability, Redefined
2/26/2026
What IS stability in today’s market? It’s not being part of the biggest organization, and it’s not being part of the smallest either. So what IS it?
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:02:46
Talent Trade Tidbit - Corporate Ladder Vs. Lattice
2/19/2026
Making progress in the corporate world isn’t just up or down anymore. It’s sideways, diagonal, or sometimes staying right where you are. But what are the questions you need to ask yourself to get there?
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:02:15
Talent Trade Tidbit - Up Is Up
2/12/2026
Don’t give in to the Negative Nancys….ANY progress, or even just holding steady, is worth celebrating…
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:01:26
Tenacity and Courage
2/5/2026
Stephanie breaks down the lion vs gazelle mentalities, the 4 pillars of building your desk and how to self-assess it regularly, and the 30-day challenge that can truly transform your game.
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:15:08
Talent Trade Tidbit - Necessary Endings
1/29/2026
They say that all good things must come to an end...but don't lose your head when it happens...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:01:33
Talent Trade Tidbit - The Feel Goods
1/22/2026
Yes, filling a search is about satisfying a client and getting paid. But sometimes, filling a search can still hit you straight in the feels...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:02:17
Talent Trade Tidbit - Thinking About Search?
1/15/2026
Considering a career in search? Here are a few key things to keep in mind...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:01:18
Talent Trade Tidbit - Be Safe and Make Good Choices
1/8/2026
"Aunt Mimi" serves up some advice that, as it turns out, is as applicable for the marketplace as it is for the rest of your life...
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:02:44
Qualify The Qualifying
1/1/2026
Piggybacking off of Episodes 37 and 38, Stephanie digs into how much you should be investing in terms of time and effort into certain searches, how to make that determination, how to find out if a client is as committed to you as you are to them, and why ThinkingAhead is a bit like a luxury car.
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:14:14
Wishing You the Merriest, from The Talent Trade
12/25/2025
Stephanie shares what's keeping her spirits merry and bright at this most magical time of the year, and her sincere wishes for all of our listeners.
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:02:01
Talent Trade Tidbit - Working Hard, or Hardly Working?
12/18/2025
Stephanie has a hot take on a generational observation that, quite frankly, has left her a bit befuddled.
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:01:56
Talent Trade Tidbit - The Elevator Pitch
12/11/2025
Expanding on a topic mentioned in Episode 37, Stephanie reveals the template for her quick, but effective, elevator pitch to prospective clients, which you can customize for your own use.
Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.
Duración:00:02:32