In the Ring of Staffing: Michael Olivares Drops the Gloves

In this episode of Parent. Boss. Leader., Michael Olivares, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at ASML and boxing & fitness trainer, shares how his boxing discipline shapes his approach to staffing and talent acquisition. Get ready for knockout insights on overcoming challenges, building effective teams, and achieving success in both career and life. Episode Highlights: How Michael transitioned from boxing and the Navy into talent acquisition and staffing. Best practices for recruiters to create a positive experience, with a focus on communication, follow-through, and active listening. Michael discusses awareness, emotional intelligence, and empathy as critical skills for recruiters to develop in order to excel. How understanding company culture and processes can enhance a recruiter’s role and foster stronger relationships with candidates. Michael emphasizes the value of asking for guidance from leadership, especially for junior recruiters. And much more!