Welcome to the HRIS Careers podcast. A podcast specifically for Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Professionals. We always say, no one gets into HRIS on purpose, but it sure is interesting to find out how they did. We interview your HRIS peers to find out how they got tricked into the industry, and what lessons and tools they used to progress their careers along the way. We discuss industry trends, AI, and even talk candidly about all the most popular HRIS platforms. Welcome to the HRIS Careers Podcast! Hosted by Troy Wallace, an HRIS practitioner with over 25 years of experience, this podcast is the go-to resource for anyone involved or interested in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Whether you're a current HRIS professional, an aspiring one, or even looking to hire HRIS talent, this podcast offers valuable insights, experiences, and discussions tailored just for you. What We Cover: Career Paths : We interview HRIS professionals to explore how they entered the field and advanced in their careers. Discover the unique and often unexpected paths of your peers in the industry. Industry Insight : Gain expert knowledge from HRIS platform vendors about the future direction of their products and the skills currently in the highest demand. Candid Conversations : Join us for honest discussions about the real-world experiences and challenges faced by HRIS professionals. From system implementations to career highs and lows, nothing is off-limits. Why Listen? Experience Sharing : It's our therapy session where we nerd out about all things HRIS. It's a safe space to share and learn from each other's experiences. Community Building : We aim to foster a supportive community not just for HRIS professionals but also for our close-knit cousins in HR and payroll. Engage With Us: Share your story, challenges, or achievements. Visit https://hriscareers.com/podcast to submit a form or leave a voice memo. Reach out to Troy at troy.wallace@hriscareers.com with ideas, or if you're interested in being a guest on the show. Listen and Follow: Catch new episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, I Heart Radio, YouTube, and wherever you enjoy podcasts. Don't forget to follow us for the latest updates and episode releases! Upcoming Plans: If there's enough interest from the community, we'll expand to include an online platform or community for live interactions and discussions. Join us on HRIS Careers Podcast – where HRIS professionals connect, learn, and grow together.
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August 6, 202613 min
LinkedIn Paid Me $110 An Hour To Share My HRIS Knowledge
Did LinkedIn really pay an HRIS professional $110 to train AI—or was it too good to be true? In this episode, Troy shares his firsthand experience responding to a LinkedIn job posting that looked suspicious at first but turned into a glimpse into the future of HRIS and artificial intelligence.https://hriscareers.com/email/https://hriscareers.com/podcastListen on your platform of choice. https://pod.link/1741363105Send us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
July 16, 20269 min
The HRIS Skillset "Switch" (Can It Be Done?)
https://hriscareers.com/email/https://hriscareers.com/podcastListen on your platform of choice. https://pod.link/1741363105In this solo episode, we tackle a question that many HRIS professionals quietly ask themselves: Can you successfully switch from one HRIS platform to another? Inspired by a classic Seinfeld episode, we explore whether moving from Oracle Cloud HCM to Workday, SuccessFactors to UKG, or any other platform transition is truly as difficult as the industry often makes it seem.Episode SummaryMany HRIS job postings emphasize years of experience with a specific platform, leading experienced professionals to question whether their broader HRIS expertise is enough. the host shares his own experience reviewing HRIS leadership opportunities and explains how platform-specific requirements have caused him to pass on roles before ever applying.While acknowledging that software expertise has value, the hostchallenges listeners to consider whether organizations—and HRIS professionals themselves—have become too focused on the software instead of the profession.Leadership, governance, integrations, reporting, change management, vendor management, implementation experience, and business partnership are all transferable skills. The platform may change, but the responsibilities of leading an HRIS function remain remarkably consistent.Rather than identifying ourselves solely as "Workday professionals" or "Oracle professionals," perhaps we're simply HRIS professionals who specialize in a particular platform.The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to share their own experiences making—or attempting to make—the HRIS platform switch.What You'll LearnWhy switching HRIS platforms often feels more difficult than it should.The difference between platform expertise and HRIS leadership expertise.Which HRIS skills transfer regardless of technology.Why experienced professionals often eliminate themselves from opportunities too early.How organizations may be overlooking exceptional HRIS leaders by focusing too heavily on platform-specific experience.Why broad HRIS experience may deserve more consideration during the hiring process.Key Discussion TopicsOracle Cloud HCM, Workday, SuccessFactors, UKG, Dayforce, ADP, Taleo, Lawson, and PeopleSoftTransferable leadership skills in HRISHRIS career mobilityDirector-level HRIS hiringPlatform-specific job requirementsHR technology implementationsGovernance, integrations, reporting, and change managementCareer confidence and overcoming self-imposed limitationsChapter Timestamps00:00 – Can You Make the HRIS Platform Switch?00:00:35 – Welcome to the HRIS Careers Podcast00:01:10 – The Seinfeld "Switch" Analogy00:02:10 – Why Switching HRIS Platforms Feels Impossible00:03:05 – Reviewing Director-Level HRIS Job Opportunities00:03:55 – When "7 Years of Workday Experience Required" Stops You Cold00:04:45 – Are We Rejecting Ourselves Before Employers Do?00:05:20 – Why Companies Prioritize Platform-Specific Experience00:05:55 – The Transferable Skills Every HRIS Leader Brings00:06:45 – Are You an HRIS Professional or a Workday Professional?00:07:35 – Have We Made the Switch Harder Than It Needs to Be?00:08:10 – Question for the HRIS Community00:08:40 – Real Examples of Professionals Switching Platforms00:09:05 – Share Your HRIS Career Story00:09:30 – Closing ThoughtsJoin the ConversationHave you successfully switched HRIS platforms?Did you move from Oracle Cloud HCM to Workday? Workday to Dayforce? SuccessFactors to UKG? Or another combination?We wants to hear your story.Whether the transition was easier than expected, more challenging than anticipated, or required someone to take a chance on your broader HRIS experience, your perspective could help others facing the same career decision—and may even become a future episode of the podcast.Send us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
September 16, 202540 min
Be Very Afraid: 8 Figure Entrepreneur Kasim Aslam Has Turned His Sights To Hiring (Part 1)
Get Kasim Aslam's free book at https://thehirebook.com/Check out his company https://paretotalent.com/https://hriscareers.com/podcasthttps://hriscareers.com/email/In this episode, we’re joined by Kasim Aslam—serial entrepreneur, author of HIRE, and founder of both Solutions 8 (once the world’s top Google Ads agency) and Pareto Talent, a recruiting firm helping companies hire elite executive assistants.We go deep on what it really takes to build high-performing remote teams, how Kasim scaled and sold a company without ever doing the core work himself, and why most companies are sabotaging themselves by hiring average talent and trying to “flatten the pyramid.”Listen on your platform of choice. https://pod.link/1741363105You’ll hear how he:Developed the Pareto Talent Framework to attract and filter top 1% performersBuilt a global team of 80 employees managing $100M in ad spendMaintains culture and trust without time-tracking surveillance or forced Zoom callsUses tryouts instead of traditional interviews to find his next superstarsEmbraces employee growth—even when it means they’ll eventually outgrow his companyWe also touch on his emotional moment after selling Solutions 8, his thoughts on AI as an amplifier of talent, and the power of trusting your team enough to get out of their way.Whether you’re building your first remote team or tired of managing underperformers, this episode is full of practical insights, surprising truths, and some classic Kasim-style tough love.🔥 What You’ll Learn:Why “hiring is marketing,” and job descriptions should sell the opportunityHow to write “flytrap” job posts that filter the best candidates automaticallyThe 7-step Pareto Talent Framework for hiring and onboardingWhy performance-based compensation is better than surveillanceThe importance of being flexible, generous, and growth-minded as an employerSend us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
September 11, 202511 min
HR Technology Conference Survival Guide for 2025
HR Technology Conference Survival Guide for 2025Get On The Email List (all your HR Tech buddies are doing it)!Feel free to email troy.wallace@hriscareers.com with any questions, need discount codes or get on after party guest lists if you are going!In this episode of the HRIS Careers Podcast, host Troy Wallace provides a detailed guide to navigating the upcoming HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas, taking place from September 16th to 18th. Troy shares valuable tips for first-time attendees, including how to get discounted tickets, an overview of ticket types, and the importance of planning ahead. He also covers the key events and parties, networking opportunities, and logistical details like Wi-Fi and food options. Additionally, Troy discusses the HRISY Awards and encourages vendors to participate. Whether you're an HRIS professional looking to learn and network or simply maximize your conference experience, this episode offers crucial insights and advice.00:00 Introduction to HRAS Careers Podcast00:51 HR Technology Conference Overview01:21 Getting Your Ticket03:55 Networking and Parties05:22 Planning Your Conference Experience07:03 Logistics and Tips09:17 HRIS Awards and ConclusionSend us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
August 26, 20257 min
300K A Year For Your HR Tech Skill Set? (Here's why it isn't crazy)
👉 Is your HR technology skill set really worth $300,000 a year?This conversation was sparked by a Deloitte Oracle HCM consulting job posting that revealed some eye-opening numbers: a $600M+ HR Strategy & Technology practice, supported by 2,000 consultants worldwide. When you do the math, that works out to about $300K in revenue per consultant.Get On The Email List (all your HR Tech buddies are doing it)!In this episode, Troy breaks down:🔢 How revenue per employee is calculated—and why it’s a critical metric.💼 What the $300K “watermark” means for HR technology professionals at all levels.🌍 Why U.S.-based consultants who manage offshore teams hold unique leverage in the marketplace.📈 The difference between technical expertise and business value—and how to position yourself for top compensation.🏢 How opportunities at Big 4 consulting firms like Deloitte, KPMG, and Accenture compare with corporate HR leadership roles.Whether you’re just starting out in HR tech or eyeing your next big career move, this episode challenges you to ask: What value am I creating—and am I positioning myself to be worth $300K a year?⏱️ Chapter Timestamps00:00 – Is your HR tech skill set worth $300K? 01:30 – Deloitte’s Oracle HCM posting and the $600M practice 02:30 – Revenue per employee: why it matters 03:15 – What $300K per consultant really means 04:00 – U.S. vs. offshore consulting value 05:15 – Beyond technical skills: leadership, coordination, and business impact 06:30 – Big 4 vs. corporate HRIS director opportunities 07:15 – Takeaway: the $300K watermark as a career benchmarkResources MentionedDeloitte HR Strategy & Technology job postings: Deloitte CareersCJ Gustafson “The CFO Whisperer” episode (referenced in today’s discussion) https://hriscareers.com/cj-gustafson/Send us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
July 9, 202540 min
Retail To HR Technology Innovator With Rebecca Volpano, VP of Product Strategy at Cielo Talent
Get on the HRISCareers.com email newsletter with 3,000 of your new HRIS friends! In this episode, we sit down with Rebecca Volpano, Vice President of Product Marketing at Cielo Talent, a global leader in talent acquisition and consulting. Get the full show notes here.Like many in the field, Rebecca didn’t plan to enter HR technology. Her journey started in retail operations and evolved through client services, technology transformation, and product development. Today, she leads Cielo's efforts in delivering compelling talent acquisition technology and consulting solutions.Rebecca shares how she fell into HRIS, the evolution of her role at Cielo, and her views on AI, agentic tech, and the future of recruiting platforms. This episode is full of insights for anyone navigating the fast-changing landscape of HR tech, including those considering a leap into product marketing or tech transformation roles.Send us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
June 13, 202541 min
Building the Future of Hiring with Adam Jackson, Co-Founder Braintrust, AI Hiring and Talent Platform
Try Braintrust to use AI to turbocharge your hiring process or sign up to their talent network (and earn $$ referring and helping others).Get on the HRISCareers.com email newsletter with 3,000 of your new HRIS friends!Troy welcomes Adam Jackson, Co-founder of Braintrust, the first user-controlled talent network built on Web3 principles. Adam shares his unconventional path from Vanderbilt to Silicon Valley, building multiple startups including Doctor on Demand (with Dr. Phil!) and his latest venture, Braintrust.Our interview this real deal entrepreneur covered:Adam’s early experiences in building two way marketplacesThe explosive growth of Braintrust and its AI hiring product, Braintrust AIRHow AI can enhance—not replace—HR professionalsPractical advice for job seekers, recruiters, and businesses embracing new hiring technologiesWhether you're an HRIS analyst eyeing your next role, a recruiter swamped with resumes, or a founder looking to streamline talent acquisition, Adam's insights will give you plenty to think about!Listen On:YouTubeApple Podcasts Spotify All Other Platforms Resources MentionedUseBrainTrust.com https://app.usebraintrust.com/r/troy10/Adam Jackson LinkedIn Doctor on Demand HRISCareers JobboardChapter Timestamps00:00 - Welcome to HRIS Careers & Intro to Adam Jackson01:00 - Adam’s path to Vanderbilt and early tech interest03:00 - Launching early marketplaces and selling to Intuit04:30 - Founding DriverSide and selling to Advance Auto05:15 - Co-founding Doctor on Demand with Dr. Phil06:30 - The start of Braintrust and its AI hiring tools07:45 - How Braintrust Air works (AI recruiter walkthrough)09:15 - Custom screening & real-time video interviews11:00 - Use cases for HRIS professionals and job seekers13:00 - Tips for job seekers in the age of AI15:00 - The Braintrust Professional Network & side hustle tips17:00 - Solving challenges with ATSs like Workday & Taleo20:00 - AI-driven outreach & handling spam risks23:00 - From remote hiring to AI pivot at Braintrust26:00 - Addressing bias in AI recruitment (audit results)28:00 - Lightning Round: College bars, vineyards & tech obsessions33:00 - Adam’s favorite AI productivity tool35:00 - Final thoughts on the future of HR and AI37:00 - Braintrust is hiring! Sales roles open nowSend us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
May 20, 202550 min
CFO Whisperer CJ Gustafson On Critical HR Metrics and Getting Your HRIS Project Funded
In this episode, we sits down with CJ Gustafson — former Chief Financial Officer (CFO), creator of the Mostly Metrics newsletter, and host of the Run The Numbers podcast.CJ shares his path from finance student at Boston College to CFO of a successful SaaS company, culminating in a high-stakes exit. He also dives into how he started building an audience of over 65,000 newsletter subscribers and offers practical insights for HRIS professionals looking to better communicate with and influence CFOs. From favorite HRIS systems like HiBob and BambooHR to key HR metrics like average revenue per employee and hiring velocity, CJ breaks it down with clarity and humor.The episode blends Boston sports banter, tech insights, and actionable tips on aligning HR data with financial decision-making.Highlights🎧 We discuss:CJ’s journey from Boston College to CFO to newsletter entrepreneurTop HR metrics your CFO is watching 👀His favorite HRIS systems (hint: HiBob & BambooHR)Why hiring velocity and cost per employee matter 💼The wild world of selling a company… and giving your dog 65+ ice creams 🍦Don’t miss this mix of Boston humor, practical HR finance advice, and career inspiration.Listen On:YouTubeApple PodcastsSpotifyAll Other Platforms https://pod.link/1741363105 Resources MentionedMostly Metrics newsletterRun The Numbers podcastTop HR Metrics CFOs Care About article on Mostly MetricsCJ’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjgustafson/Full Show NotesChapter Timestamps00:00 – Intro from Troy in Omaha01:50 – Guest intro: CJ Gustafson’s background05:10 – CJ’s journey from Boston College to CFO08:12 – The Mostly Metrics newsletter and Walter’s ice cream bribes 🍦10:30 – HR metrics your CFO cares about14:00 – Hiring velocity, time-to-fill, and sales capacity19:00 – The “GOAT” metric: Revenue per employee22:00 – Unlimited PTO: Perk or accounting trick?24:50 – Favorite HRIS systems (HiBob, BambooHR, Workday)28:00 – How to build a business case for HR tech32:00 – How CJ started Mostly Metrics35:30 – Podcasting with Run The Numbers37:40 – Selling a SaaS company – behind the scenes40:40 – Transitioning into finance roles – CJ’s advice43:00 – Lightning round: Google searches, OnlyFans, Boston sports 48:00 – Bonus: Behind the scenes, kids, pets, and ceiling disastersSend us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
April 29, 202555 min
Compensation Principles All HRIS Pros Must Know With Scott Trumpolt GRP
In this episode https://hriscareers.com/blog/scott-trumpolt, compensation consultant Scott Trumpolt, G.R.P. shares how he transitioned into compensation, highlights the importance of HRIS systems in pay analytics, and breaks down certifications like the GRP and CCP. With 30 years of experience, Scott offers a global perspective on pay structure design, market-based compensation, and the strategic role of HR.HighlightsThe surprising "death benefit" offered by Google ☠️What HRIS pros must know about pay structures 📊How to handle inflation and pay transparency in comp planning 🔍Why Excel is still your best friend in compensation 💻Listen On:YouTube. https://youtu.be/cSgw06SKuTUApple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/compensation-principles-all-hris-pros-must-know-with/id1741363105?i=1000705637939Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hZt6sN2sd3uJZkr2CbVOR?si=y2crr1o9TPWQ7d94MpRWNwAll Other Platforms https://pod.link/1741363105 Resources MentionedScott Trumpolt on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-trumpolt-m-a-g-r-p-257a6b317/hrmpensationconsulting.com. https://hrcompensationconsulting.com/World at Work – GRP/CCP Certifications https://worldatwork.org/HRIS Software Overview – Past Episode https://youtu.be/xsPmT0dAYxsChapter Timestamps00:00 – Intro and Welcome01:14 – Meet Scott Trumpolt02:00 – Entering the HR Field04:30 – Mentorship and Data-Driven Compensation07:15 – Strategic Value of HR12:00 – Critical Comp Concepts for HRIS Pros17:00 – Common Consulting Projects20:00 – Inflation and Market Adjustments25:00 – Cost of Labor Models34:00 – GRP vs CCP Certification40:00 – Compensation Tools and Budgets46:00 – Fun Lightning RoundSend us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
April 23, 20258 min
Why Employees Smuggle AI Into Work
Why Do Employees Smuggle AI Into Work? https://hriscareers.com/podcastBBC article that inspired the idea.https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn7rx05xg2goIf you are willing to come on to talk about this topic email troy.wallace@hriscareers.comSend us Fan MailIf you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free.If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com.If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hriscareers.com/podcast
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