Hiring (and Radical Transparency) Matters, with Global Medical Response VP Innovative Practices, Matt Dusa Ken Schmitt 47:51

Are you tired of navigating the murky waters of leadership, constantly extinguishing fires as you strive to build your team and acquire new customers? If these challenges resonate with you, it’s time to explore a different approach and consider the power of radical transparency. Join host Ken Schmitt and special guest Matt Dusa, VP of Innovative Practices for the Specialty Fire Rescue Division of Global Medical Response as we embark on a journey to revolutionize your leadership style and business strategy. In this episode, we delve into the philosophy of radical transparency, where honesty and openness reign supreme, fostering trust, accountability, and collaboration at every level of the organization. Tune in now and discover how embracing radical transparency could be the key to unlocking unprecedented success in your organization.

About our Guest:

Matt Dusa is the Vice President of Innovative Practices, overseeing business development, growth, and strategy for the Specialty Fire business, supporting Rural Metro and Capstone Fire & Safety Management.

Matt’s academic journey includes earning a Bachelor’s Degree from Western State College and a Master’s Degree from San Jose State University. Beyond academia, he is a published author, reflecting his dedication to sharing knowledge and insights within his field.

Matt’s commitment to serving others traces back to his upbringing and family motto, “Men for Others,” which he adopted from his Jesuit High School. This ethos has guided his diverse career path, which began with training as a firefighter and paramedic at the Fire Academy. His early aspirations to help people led him to work as a lifeguard, EMT, and certified Athletic Trainer in sports medicine.

Though he transitioned from the public safety sector, Matt’s passion for making a positive impact on others has remained steadfast. Today, he channels this passion into Coaching, mentoring, and leadership roles, striving to empower individuals to become the best versions of themselves. Drawing from his rich life experiences as an athlete, medical practitioner, business owner, and investor, Matt continues to embody the spirit of being a “man for others,” shaping the lives of those around him with wisdom and compassion.

About Your Host:

Ken Schmitt is the CEO and founder of TurningPoint Executive Search. He is also the author of “The Practical Optimist: An Entrepreneur’s Journey through Life’s Turning Points”. Ken was raised in an entrepreneurial family and brings a uniquely authentic voice to his podcast, blending life, family, and business together. Ken is a seasoned expert with almost three decades of experience in executive recruiting. In his podcast, he focuses on revealing the secrets of recruiting, retention, and real HR strategies. The podcast is not preachy, academic, or theoretical. It provides authentic perspectives on the challenges, triumphs, and quirks that make the hiring game both exhilarating and unpredictable. Twice a month, Ken offers tactical advice and industry insights to empower listeners to navigate the intricate world of executive recruiting confidently. “Hiring Matters” is your go-to resource for elevating your hiring game and equipping you with the tools to build, grow, and lead truly exceptional teams. Brace yourself for Ken’s “Recruiter Rant” episodes, where he shares unfiltered insights and behind-the-scenes revelations about the industry’s hidden secrets. Get ready to gain more than expected from this informative and engaging podcast. Follow Ken on LinkedIn

Ken Schmitt Podcaster, Author, and CEO

Ken Schmitt has been recruiting for 26 years. A San Diego native, he grew up in an entrepreneurial household with a father who was a Jack in the Box franchisee for 25 years and a mother who left the accounting world to become a real estate agent.

In 1998, Ken answered an ad in the newspaper for a recruiting job and never looked back. After spending 9 years working for a local boutique firm, a large regional firm, and one of the world’s largest Executive Search firms, Heidrick & Struggles, he launched TurningPoint Executive Search in 2007 and now employs 7 professionals in a 100% remote work environment.

In 2023, Ken published “The Practical Optimist: An Entrepreneurial Journey Through Life’s TurningPoints” through Advantage Publishing. He also launched a new podcast of the same name, highlighting everyday people who are making an extraordinary impact on their families, their business, and their community.