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EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 32 MIN

Think Like a Sales Leader—or Lose the War for Talent

from The Jim Stroud Podcast · host Jim Stroud

In this compelling episode, HR futurist Jim Stroud sits down with Dr. Deepak Bhootra of Sandler to explore the powerful intersection of talent acquisition, sales strategy, and leadership development. Tailored for recruiters and HR leaders, this conversation reveals how organizations can align hiring, training, and performance to drive measurable business results. Discover how consultative selling principles can transform recruiting, strengthen candidate relationships, and elevate workplace culture. Stroud and Bhootra share actionable insights on strategic communication, emotional intelligence, and building high-performing teams in today’s competitive talent landscape. Whether you're a CHRO, talent acquisition professional, or HR strategist, this episode offers practical strategies to help you hire smarter, lead better, and deliver lasting impact. Contact Deepak Bhootra via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepakbhootra/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this compelling episode, HR futurist Jim Stroud sits down with Dr. Deepak Bhootra of Sandler to explore the powerful intersection of talent acquisition, sales strategy, and leadership development. Tailored for recruiters and HR leaders, this conversation reveals how organizations can align hiring, training, and performance to drive measurable business results. Discover how consultative selling principles can transform recruiting, strengthen candidate relationships, and elevate workplace culture. Stroud and Bhootra share actionable insights on strategic communication, emotional intelligence, and building high-performing teams in today’s competitive talent landscape. Whether you're a CHRO, talent acquisition professional, or HR strategist, this episode offers practical strategies to help you hire smarter, lead better, and deliver lasting impact. Contact Deepak Bhootra via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepakbhootra/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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