Welcome to the fourth episode of Blade to Greatness, hosted by Ricardo Belmar and Casey Golden. In this episode, they interview Ron Thurston, co-founder of *Ossy* and bestselling author of _Retail Pride._ Ron discusses his initiative to transform the retail hiring process by addressing the unique needs of retail frontline roles. He emphasizes the importance of emotional and empathetic skills, which are often overlooked in traditional hiring methods. Tune in to learn about the innovative strategies to attract and engage the best retail talent, ensuring a high level of engagement and success in the dynamic retail industry.
"The Retail Razor: Blade to Greatness - Season 1 Ep. 4*
*Released on November 18, 2024*
*Guest info:*
Ron Thurston, co-founder, OSSY, author of _Retail Pride_ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rthurston/
Find _Retail Pride_ on Amazon - https://a.co/d/gOuNyE6
00:00 Show Intro
00:46 Ron Thurston - Hiring the Right Person
09:09 Show Close
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