<p><strong>How do you build a team that's driven by purpose?</strong></p><br><p>In this episode of <em>Hire Learning</em>, Oz Rashid sits down with Marta Ramirez, Chief People Officer at PayCargo, to explore a hiring philosophy that goes beyond resumes.Marta shares her approach to building resilient teams by hiring people who “have to work”—those with a deeper drive often fueled by family, community, or personal motivations. With a background that began in Cuba, Marta’s journey is filled with stories of resilience, overcoming obstacles, and finding purpose in her work.</p><br><p>Tune in to discover:</p><ul><li>Why hiring for motivation over skills creates stronger, more dedicated teams</li><li>How Marta’s early experiences in Cuba shaped her leadership style</li><li>Practical advice for leaders on building culture from the ground up in a fast-growing startup</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><ul><li>[0:00] Intro: Meet Marta Ramirez, PayCargo’s Chief People Officer</li><li>[3:10] Marta’s Background: Growing up in Cuba and lessons in resilience</li><li>[6:45] A Unique Hiring Philosophy: The power of hiring people with a “need to work”</li><li>[12:30] Developing Talent: Why Marta prioritizes growth over experience</li><li>[18:50] Building HR from Scratch: Marta’s transition from corporate to startup</li><li>[24:15] Leadership Insights: Top lessons from a career in HR</li><li>[30:40] Culture Building 101: How to create a purpose-driven team</li><li>[36:20] Advice for Aspiring HR Leaders: Marta’s practical tips on leading with impact</li><li>[41:00] Final Thoughts: Marta’s vision for HR and her approach to life and career</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you're a hiring manager, a founder, or someone looking to grow in HR, this episode dives into actionable insights on building a purpose-driven workforce.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
![<p><strong>How do you build a team that's driven by purpose?</strong></p><br><p>In this episode of <em>Hire Learning</em>, Oz Rashid sits down with Marta Ramirez, Chief People Officer at PayCargo, to explore a hiring philosophy that goes beyond resumes.Marta shares her approach to building resilient teams by hiring people who “have to work”—those with a deeper drive often fueled by family, community, or personal motivations. With a background that began in Cuba, Marta’s journey is filled with stories of resilience, overcoming obstacles, and finding purpose in her work.</p><br><p>Tune in to discover:</p><ul><li>Why hiring for motivation over skills creates stronger, more dedicated teams</li><li>How Marta’s early experiences in Cuba shaped her leadership style</li><li>Practical advice for leaders on building culture from the ground up in a fast-growing startup</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><ul><li>[0:00] Intro: Meet Marta Ramirez, PayCargo’s Chief People Officer</li><li>[3:10] Marta’s Background: Growing up in Cuba and lessons in resilience</li><li>[6:45] A Unique Hiring Philosophy: The power of hiring people with a “need to work”</li><li>[12:30] Developing Talent: Why Marta prioritizes growth over experience</li><li>[18:50] Building HR from Scratch: Marta’s transition from corporate to startup</li><li>[24:15] Leadership Insights: Top lessons from a career in HR</li><li>[30:40] Culture Building 101: How to create a purpose-driven team</li><li>[36:20] Advice for Aspiring HR Leaders: Marta’s practical tips on leading with impact</li><li>[41:00] Final Thoughts: Marta’s vision for HR and her approach to life and career</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you're a hiring manager, a founder, or someone looking to grow in HR, this episode dives into actionable insights on building a purpose-driven workforce.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>](https://us-central1-podcastguru-217d6.cloudfunctions.net/gcf_get_image?image_url=https://assets.pippa.io/shows/66b601856b134e948d04b138/1729684486305-f9c62a6a-db87-461d-98ab-80b846065336.jpeg&width=300&height=300&api_key=xqFmUFX5BHLBTA)
