People Strategy Forum: Recent Episodes
Sam Reeve & Char Miller & Sumit Singla
Every great leader inspires, motivates and rewards their people for performance.
Welcome to the People Strategy Forum podcast, a show that guides leaders to elevate the workforce.
People are at the heart of successful organizations. Team members’ well-being and career development are essential. This show discusses practical and effective leadership strategies for top executives, senior professionals, and talent managers.
Aligning employer and employee objectives is a must. Every team member needs to feel fulfilled and satisfied in order to be fully productive and accountable. This show helps leaders create an engaged workforce that is happily accomplishing daily responsibilities and committed to the organization’s future success. Episodes focus on innovative and integrated talent management tools, including employee recognition, compensation, and development, as well as strategies for building a healthy workplace culture and improving the workforce experience.
On a deeper level, the podcast centers around attracting, growing and retaining top talent. It addresses employee motivation, communication, performance, productivity and the genuine human connections that are essential for every successful organization. Each team member brings their own unique strengths, talents, interests, and passions. By touching on these personal areas, leaders create an environment where employees perform at their best.
Sam Reeve, Howard Nizewitz, and Sumit Singla host the podcast.
Sam has 20-years of diverse compensation experience at leading firms. His time at Barclays, BlackRock, and Automatic Data Processing (ADP) allowed him to see companies evolve from the startup phase to rapidly growing to mature organizations
Sumit has over 15 years of talent management practice across different sectors. His expertise in organizational framework, design thinking, performance management, and business storytelling is unparalleled. He is a favorite speaker at talent management conferences and events across the country.
With these three forward-thinking, passionate people professionals at the helm of the podcast, talent-centric organizations can find relevant and helpful advice.
Special guest co-hosts thought-leaders impart essential tips for making every workplace inspiring and rewarding. Beyond theoretical ideas, these experts share experiences as business leaders that shed light on overcoming challenges and celebrating wins.
Even with generous budgets and advanced tools, having the right team in place is crucial to achieving goals and succeeding. By putting effective programs in place, leaders can expect deeper connections that result in healthy working relationships that spell success across the organization.
Join Sam Reeve, Howard Nizewitz, and Sumit Singla on the People Strategy Forum podcast and learn the keys to elevating the workforce.
A truly magnetic culture doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built through intentional hiring, onboarding, and retention. Ryan Englin, CEO of Core Matters and author of Hire Better People Faster, shares how his Core Fit Hiring System helps small businesses attract the right people, inspire long-term loyalty, and become employers of choice. From shifting recruiting out of HR and into marketing, to creating onboarding that drives performance, to aligning company goals with employees’ personal dreams, Englin lays out the blueprint for cultivating a workplace culture so magnetic that top talent seeks it out.
Getting a promotion at work requires more than just hard work. It demands a strategic understanding of power, politics, and influence. Michael Wenderoth, an executive coach, Stanford MBA, host of the 97% Effective podcast, and author of Get Promoted, challenges the common belief that promotions come solely from merit. He emphasizes the importance of developing relationships, understanding power dynamics, and utilizing politics and influence ethically. Michael shares a three-step roadmap and a snowball strategy. This path helps build credibility, expand your network, and gain momentum without compromising your values. He provides essential insights for individuals seeking career advancement. He also helps leaders cultivate a culture of promotion and retention.
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Avoiding conflict at all costs may not always be the best course of action to take for your organization. Sometimes, you can use it as your greatest leadership tool. Dr. Larry Schooler of The University of Texas at Austin joins the People Strategy Forum to discuss how healthy conflict can unlock creativity, deepen trust, and reenergize a workplace culture. He explains the right way to manage emotional temperature and the importance of clear communication in dealing with conflict. Dr. Larry also explores the future role of AI tools in conflict management, forever transforming how humans resolve their differences.
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Leadership is often riddled with a long list of challenges and problems, and these lead to tons of friction. Frankie Berkoben, executive coach for overwhelmed and ADHD leaders in tech, explores how to turn cognitive chaos into creative brilliance. In this conversation with People Strategy Forum, she explains how understanding your executive functions and taking care of your human operating systems can help you work flawlessly even during your most stressful moments. Frankie also emphasizes why having a neurodivergent mind should be seen not as a leadership setback but as a superpower that unlocks even bigger opportunities.
Workplace culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s your biggest competitive advantage. In this episode, workplace culture expert S. Chris Edmonds, founder of The Purposeful Culture Group and author of The Culture Engine and Good Comes First, shares a roadmap for how leaders can create respectful, results-driven cultures where people actually want to work. From uncovering toxic behaviors to formalizing values-based behaviors and holding leadership accountable, S. Chris breaks down how to align, refine, and sustain a healthy organizational culture. Whether you're leading a team or transforming a company, this conversation reveals the key actions to build a culture where both people and profits thrive.
PowerUp Leadership is more than motivation—it’s a framework for energizing your people, your culture, and your impact. Corporate Energy Expert Kathy Parry brings decades of frontline experience to this dynamic conversation about building resilient teams and sustainable momentum. From burnout recovery to trust-building, Kathy shares her signature PowerUp Principles and explores how leaders can create joyful, purpose-driven workplaces where people stay, grow, and thrive—even through rapid change and uncertainty.
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Trust in the workplace isn't just a value—it's a strategy. Dr. Yoram Solomon, renowned researcher, prolific author, and the mind behind The Book of Trust, breaks down how building trust unlocks innovation, fuels creativity, and transforms leadership effectiveness. From managing remote teams to handling constructive feedback and navigating leadership missteps, Yoram offers a radically honest and data-backed approach to cultivating trust. With real stories from the battlefield to the boardroom, he shows why trust is the foundation leaders can't afford to ignore.
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Navigating the complexities of change management in the age of AI demands more than just technical know-how; it requires a deep understanding of the human element. Join us as distinguished leadership expert Dan Roberts, founder of Impactful Performance and the visionary behind the transformative Sea Change method, dives deep into how leaders can master effective transitions. Dan shares invaluable insights on strategically preparing teams for AI integration, championing transparent communication, and nurturing emotional readiness to truly thrive amidst unprecedented disruption. Discover how to transform potential pitfalls into powerful catalysts for organizational growth and individual empowerment.
Wondering if you are still the future in the age of AI? This conversation challenges founders and executives to stay human, relevant, and true to what great leadership requires: curiosity, courage, and connection. Join us as Sam Reeve welcomes Piers Fallowfield-Cooper, an executive coach and mentor with decades of experience guiding top executives through reinventions, reckonings, and revolutions, and author of Are You Still the Future? Learn how to lead with heart and persevere to stay on the leading edge in our fast-changing world.
Designing equitable workplace culture starts with rethinking how power, rewards, and mindsets shape human systems. Shree Lakshmi, a researcher, strategist, and designer at Optimistic Design, shares how organizations can transform internal processes by co-creating solutions with the very people impacted by them. With a background spanning global health, education, and government innovation, she reveals how inclusive design and systems thinking uncover the root causes of disengagement and empower leaders to create cultures of true belonging, alignment, and impact.
The blueprint of a thriving workplace lies in integrating design with human needs. Learn how architectural design can elevate people and drive performance from Marilee Lloyd, Associate Principal and the National Laboratory Planning Leader at HED, one of the nation's top architectural and engineering firms. Marilee shares her 35 years of experience in creating environments where science thrives, talent sticks around, and breakthroughs spark. Discover how human-centered design, flexible spaces, and technological integration can create an integrated environment that supports diverse needs and propels organizations forward.
Financial wellness shouldn't mean giving up everything you love, and Gordon Stein, author of Cashflow Cookbook, proves just that. A former executive at Apple, Dell, and many more, Gordon brings his engineering smarts to the world of personal finance, sharing practical, minimal-sacrifice strategies for building wealth and reducing stress. He reveals how to transform your relationship with money, emphasizing simple changes to everyday expenses rather than restrictive budgeting. Gordon joins the conversation to discuss empowering employees to achieve financial peace of mind, ultimately driving performance, loyalty, and a more focused workplace, while making the journey straightforward and stress-free.
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Human resources is not just about policies anymore, but driving businesses forward in an unpredictable post-pandemic world. Rhiannon Albert, Founder of My Trusted HR, has dedicated herself to building future-proof HR teams. In this conversation with the People Strategy Forum, she discusses why HR departments must always be flexible to keep up with today’s rapidly changing work culture, especially after the massive changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. Rhiannon also shares practical tips on how companies should embrace strategic leadership and an employee-first mindset to attract and retain only the best talent.
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Companies know how to measure their KPIs and finances, but only a few pay attention to measuring their team’s well-being. Culture architect Mark S. Babbitt is leading the charge to make a significant change in workplaces by teaching leaders how to build a respectful culture. In this conversation with the People Strategy Forum, he explores the undeniable benefits of respect-driven leadership in boosting teamwork, retention, and productivity. Mark also discusses how to use a company’s core values in encouraging everyone to perform at their best, as well as the right way to take accountability and cultivate integrity in the workplace.
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Executive networking is more than just exchanging business cards; it's about creating a powerful support system and a confidential space for growth. In this episode, we dive deep with Dona Amelia, co-founder of the Executive Global Network (EGN), one of the world's largest executive networks, spanning Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Dona shares her unique journey from singer and actress to building a thriving community for nearly 1,000 senior executives. We explore the invaluable benefits of peer networking, the power of vulnerability among leaders, and how EGN provides a safe, ethical space for sharing challenges, gaining diverse perspectives, and even forging new business partnerships across countries. Join us as we uncover the secrets to effective executive networking and why it's essential for leaders to avoid feeling "Lonely at the Top."
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Interim leadership is a strategic solution for companies navigating change and ensuring business continuity, a topic we delve into deeply in this episode. We're joined by John Gates, founder of Salary.Coach and a seasoned talent acquisition expert with decades of experience in Fortune 500 companies. John, who has been behind countless executive hires and has also stepped in to provide interim leadership and HR solutions, shares invaluable insights on how companies can effectively utilize interim leaders to maintain momentum and mitigate risk during periods of change. We explore the advantages of bringing in temporary leadership, the skills required for success in such roles, and how professionals can leverage interim positions as a strategic career move. Whether you're a senior leader, an HR professional, or an individual navigating your career path, this conversation with John Gates offers a masterclass in strategic talent management and leadership continuity.
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What if the key to transforming your leadership isn't in your strategies, but in your mindset?
In this episode of the People Strategy Forum, we’re diving into the power of a growth mindset with leadership consultant Dr. Karolin Helbig. With a background in science and years of consulting for top executives at McKinsey, Karolin brings a unique blend of analytical precision and emotional intelligence to the conversation. She reveals how leaders can break free from fixed thinking, embrace failures as learning opportunities, and use psychological safety and empathetic language to foster innovative, resilient teams. Whether you’re leading a small business or a global organization, Karolin’s insights will help you reshape challenges into catalysts for growth—both for yourself and your team.
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Are your virtual meetings putting people to sleep—or are they driving real impact? In this episode of the People Strategy Forum, we sit down with John Chen, CEO of Geoteaming and author of Engaging Virtual Meetings. With over 35 years of experience, two US patents, and a track record of producing game-changing virtual events for thousands, John reveals the secrets to making remote and hybrid teams thrive. You’ll discover how to boost executive presence in virtual settings, strategies for creating immersive and memorable online experiences, and cutting-edge Zoom tips that 99% of users miss. If you’re ready to turn your virtual meetings into high-performing, engaging powerhouses, you won’t want to miss John’s expert insights.
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Ever feel like your business is stuck in a frustrating loop? Effectively resolving business issues is the escape hatch, andChris Davenport’s story is your guide. He’s not your typical guru. He’s a tech enthusiast who stumbled into entrepreneurship and then hit a wall at $10 million. Instead of giving up, he discoveredEOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) and completely transformed his company. Chris delivers real-world strategies for building high-performing teams, making tough decisions with confidence, and fostering the kind of open communication that actually gets results. If you’re ready to break free from the plateau and finally unlock the growth your business deserves, dive into this episode.
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Inclusive leadership isn’t just a buzzword — it’s the foundation of thriving, innovative teams. In this episode, Minette Norman, speaker, consultant, and author ofThe Boldly Inclusive Leader, shares her powerful insights on creating work cultures where every voice is heard and valued. Drawing from her decades of experience in Silicon Valley, Minette explores how embracing diverse perspectives, fostering psychological safety, and showing up as a consistent, empathetic leader can unlock the full potential of your team. Whether you’re leading a small group or a global organization, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies to help you lead with authenticity and drive lasting change.
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Are you ready to elevate your leadership game? In this episode of the People Strategy Forum, we dive into the art of enhancing leadership through conversation with Ronen Olshansky of Connected Success. With a wealth of experience coaching CEOs and leadership teams — and a background spanning Wall Street, tech, and consulting — Ronen reveals how building authentic relationships and fostering team trust can skyrocket your leadership impact. Discover how strategic conversations, vulnerability, and generosity create a culture of connection, and learn the high-return practices that drive team success. Tune in and unlock the power of relationships to lead more effectively!
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True leadership is tested in crisis, not in comfort. In this episode,Stoyan `Yankov, productivity coach, speaker, and bestselling author ofPERFORM in Times of Crisis, shares practical strategies for leading effectively when everything feels uncertain. Drawing from his experience working with over 300 companies across 35+ countries, Stoyan reveals how to keep teams resilient, manage emotional temperatures, and make decisive moves under pressure. He also explores how great leaders build a culture of preparedness, select the right people for high-pressure environments, and turn setbacks into strategic opportunities. Whether you’re leading a business, a team, or yourself, these insights will help you not just survive—but thrive—when things get tough.
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Leadership is an ever-evolving journey, and understanding its true essence requires a fresh perspective. In this episode, we explore the path to leadership with Dr. Oleg Konovalov, often called the da Vinci of visionary leadership. Drawing from his experiences on deep-sea trawlers, Oleg shares insights from The Fishman’s Path to Leadership, revealing how the unpredictability of nature mirrors the challenges leaders face. Join us as we uncover how shifting our perspective—much like a fish views a fly—can redefine how we lead, communicate, and create lasting impact.
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Jason Yarusi’s journey is a testament to the power of embracing a transformative mindset, rooted in his 'Live 100' culture—a philosophy that champions long-term growth, purposeful living, and sustainable success. In this episode, Jason reveals how a near-fatal accident forced him to confront his dissatisfaction and build a life of purpose. He dives deep into the core principles of his 'Live 100' culture: self-awareness, owning your reality, and positioning yourself for greatness. Tune in to learn how to apply these principles to your own life and achieve peak performance in all areas.
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Beat burnout and ignite productivity! In this episode, distinguished wellness expertJanice Litvin, author ofBanish Burnout Toolkit andBanish Organizational Burnout: 26 Tips for Managers, shares powerful strategies for combating workplace burnout. Janice emphasizes the critical role of mental health, open communication, and early recognition of employee stress. Get practical tips for creating a thriving work environment where everyone wins!
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Evolving your brand requires more than just facts and figures – it demands compelling narratives that resonate with your audience.Stephen Steers, author ofSuperpower Storytelling, dives deep into the art of using narrative to evolve your brand and inspire action. With over a decade of sales experience, Stephen offers a practical framework for crafting compelling stories that engage audiences, strengthen connections, and drive results. He explores the science behind effective stories, outlines key story types every leader should know, and offers tips on building a story bank. Tune in to discover how to leverage the power of storytelling to transform your leadership and your brand.
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What happens when the grit of athletic competition meets the power of leadership? In this episode, Matthew Mitchell, former head coach of the University of Kentucky Women’s Basketball team and now CEO of The Winning Tools, tackles the topic of success through preparation and the importance of always being ready to win. Matthew shares his incredible journey—from overcoming life’s unexpected challenges to redefining success both on and off the court. Discover how his principles of honesty, hard work, and discipline have shaped his leadership philosophy, and hear how he’s now transforming those lessons into strategies for businesses and leaders everywhere. Don't miss this dynamic discussion filled with wisdom, resilience, and actionable insights to help you prepare for success in any environment.
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Tired of spending your nights and weekends rewriting your team's reports and presentations? Communication expert Davina Stanley shares her expertise on how to elevate your team's reports and presentations. Leveraging her experience in structured thinking and communication, Davina highlights the importance of clear messaging, strategic framing, and audience understanding. She introduces the RISE framework (Ready, Iterate, Settle, Embed) as a tool for leaders to help their teams create impactful communications without sacrificing time on endless revisions. Tune in to learn how to transform your team's communication and achieve greater impact.
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Work is often the number one cause of overwhelm, busyness, and misery in our everyday lives. The unfortunate culture of over work must be put to an end, and Brigid Schulte is here to discuss what it takes to finally get rid of the unhealthy daily grind. In this episode, the director of Better Life Lab explains how business leaders must focus more on creating supportive work environments for their employees, where outcomes and impact are valued more than work hours and presence alone. Brigid also stresses the importance of integrating transparency, honesty, and growth into the work culture, giving everyone equal access to professional development centered on sustainability and equity.
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Seasoned recruiter and salary negotiation coach John Gates reveals insider secrets to help you master salary negotiations and land your dream job. John, the best-selling author of Act Your Wage and founder of Recruiting Transformations, shares his journey through the ups and downs of the recruiting world, including multiple layoffs and the challenges of navigating corporate ladders. He provides invaluable insights into the emotional side of hiring, revealing how to connect with hiring managers, understand their fears, and ultimately become the candidate they cannot resist. Get ready to ditch the fear and unlock your earning potential!
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DJ the Money Coach is today's trusted guide to financial wellness, empowering you with the knowledge to make smart investments and achieve your financial goals. Join him in this episode as he dives into the crucial financial steps many founders often overlook when launching a business. DJ stresses why prioritizing financial wellness is key in business building and provides smart strategies for insurance and retirement planning. He also explains how founders should pay more attention to employee financial wellness through education and support, leading to increased well-being and productivity.
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Every business must set a firm structure around growth and development to ensure every team member has equal access to continuous learning. Brian O’Neill is here to present his very own development tool kit that could help foster a culture of learning in your own organization. He explains how leaders must prioritize the human aspect to achieve a more innovative, well-rounded, and successful team. Brian also details how to create a workplace environment where continuous learning is not just encouraged but deeply embedded into the very fabric of the organization, which results in better talent management and retention.
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Discover the secrets to standing out in a crowded job market with the power of personal branding. In this episode, Tom Powner, the visionary Founder and CEO of Career Thinker, shares his inspiring journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, driven by personal challenges and a passion for helping others find fulfilling careers. He dives deep into the critical role of personal branding in today's competitive job market, emphasizing the power of authenticity and value-driven content across all platforms, especially LinkedIn. Tom provides actionable strategies for crafting a compelling online presence that resonates with recruiters and hiring managers, ultimately leading to career success.
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Every business dreams of experiencing that exhilarating hockey stick growth where success skyrockets, but what does it truly take to achieve it? Tom Gratian, founder of Gratian Group, shares the secrets to achieving explosive hockey stick growth by focusing on top talent, laser-sharp strategy, and the game-changing power of AI. He provides actionable insights on how to identify and secure A-players, develop effective leadership, and foster a winning culture, all while navigating the unique challenges of rapid growth. Tune in to discover how to unlock your company's full potential and achieve phenomenal growth.
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Culture expert Peter Phelan of ValuesCulture joins us to discuss the critical role of cultivating the right organizational culture in securing business success. He emphasizes the impact of healthy cultures on the shape and performance of your team, specifically talent attraction, and retention. He outlines his data-driven approach to defining and implementing values within an organization, ensuring they actually resonate with the people and not simply remain words on the wall. Peter also exposes the common pitfalls in culture building and offers practical advice on tackling disruptive behaviors.
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Discover the power of optimizing mindset to unlock your team's full potential and create a thriving workplace. Leadership coach Nadia Menov dives deep into this concept and explains how it can completely transform your workplace culture. She shares her unique RISE framework for understanding your team, identifying positive behaviors, and building a shared vision. Packed with practical strategies for open communication and psychological safety, this episode empowers you to create a culture where every team member feels valued and driven to achieve amazing results.
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Elevate your employee experiences and create a workplace people love. Brad Norwood, the visionary founder of DreamIT, reveals the secrets to crafting unforgettable experiences within the workplace that boost retention and spark passion. Discover how their company helps other companies create magnetic cultures through personalized incentive travel programs, inspiring employees to stay and perform at their best. Brad also emphasizes the power of personal experiences over cash rewards by sharing practical tips on building a culture of achievement and recognition.
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Getting yourself into difficult conversations has become commonplace in today’s extremely divided world. With everyone having their own opinions, beliefs, and perspectives, you will always meet someone who disagrees with you. Leadership speaker, author, and entrepreneur Justin Jones-Fosu joins the People Strategy Forum to discuss how to find common ground and respectfully disagree with others. He explains why this approach is highly needed to create healthy organizational structures and build better manager-employee relationships. Justin also talks about the dangers of toxic positivity, the benefits of implementing an out-the-door policy, and the concept of Golden Respect.
In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, traditional linear leadership models are proving insufficient. The future of effective leadership lies in embracing non-linear thinking, which fosters creativity, adaptability, and human connection. In this episode, Perry Knoppert, founder of The Octopus Movement, recounts his transformative journey from homelessness to pioneering a new approach to leadership through non-linear thinking. He reveals how embracing non-linear thinking and celebrating neurodiversity can unlock hidden potential and drive innovation. Get ready to challenge your assumptions and discover a fresh perspective on what it means to be a leader in today’s world.
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Managing in times of crisis requires a unique blend of leadership, strategic thinking, and adaptability as organizations navigate uncertain and volatile environments. This episode features Paul Falcone, founder of Workplace Leadership Consulting, who discusses the critical role of crisis management in today’s business landscape. With an extensive experience of bridging corporate roles and writing, Paul shares insights from his book The First-Time Manager: Leading Through Crisis which addresses how managers can navigate today’s turbulent environment. This episode offers strategies for managing crises, from personal to company-wide, providing insights for overcoming adversity.
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Is your company culture a mere accident, or a carefully crafted reflection of your organization’s core values? In this episode, Janine O’Neill, co-founder of ElevenX Talent, discusses the importance of intentional culture in driving company success. With a rich background, Janine combines her expertise in talent acquisition and innovation to address how culture can either drive or hinder organizational success. She highlights the pivotal role of leadership in shaping and reinforcing company values, and provides practical advice for building and maintaining a strong culture, even in remote work environments. Tune in to learn practical strategies for aligning your company’s culture with your values and goals.
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As AI continues to revolutionize various industries, its application in HR raises crucial ethical questions. Join Kathleen Jinkerson, Vice President of HR & Total Rewards Solutions at The Talent Company, as she explores the transformative potential of AI in HR. She highlights how AI can be leveraged to improve employee experiences and achieve organizational objectives while addressing the ethical challenges it presents. Kathleen also emphasizes transparency, bias mitigation, and change management. Join the conversation to explore how AI can reshape HR strategies, enhance efficiency, and drive meaningful results in your organization.
An organization can only yield great results if it builds and nurtures a high-performing culture – an environment where everyone thrives and is listened to. In this episode, Bryan Howard, author and CEO of Mercury Performance Group, talks about the six foundational elements of a dynamic corporate culture. He explains why creating the right growth mindset must be the first step in enhancing business strategies and developing a strong collective vision. Bryan also explores the impact of current technological advancements, particularly artificial intelligence tools, on an organization’s continuous learning and improvement.
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Human connection remains an elusive puzzle in a world increasingly dominated by technology. Jennifer K. Hill, Founder/CEO of OptiMatch and author of Stop Hoping… Start Hunting!, cracks the code of human connection with the People Strategy Forum. She delves into the transformative power of deep self-connection and its impact on building resilience, identifying purpose, and nurturing relationships. Drawing on her extensive career, Jennifer reflects on the importance of deep self-connection as the cornerstone of meaningful relationships and personal growth. She also shares valuable insights from her own story of resilience, highlighting the value of ‘eustress’—positive stress that fosters growth and strength.
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Your value proposition is your company’s secret weapon, but how do you get it into the hands of the people who matter most? Simone Severino, the co-founder of Strategy Sprints, shares his insights on achieving market dominance while avoiding burnout. He outlines his value proposition for effective market entry, staying competitive, and becoming a leader. Simone also shares his Strategy Sprints™ Method which emphasizes setting achievable goals (90-day sprints), prioritizing tasks that contribute to success, and gathering frequent feedback to stay motivated and adapt strategies. His book,Strategy Sprints, details his coaching method for teams striving to achieve impactful business goals.
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Do you feel like your talent is going unnoticed? Explore the transformative power of integrated talent management.Join this episode as we welcome André Blom, the co-founder of the TMA Method and the CEO of TMA International. Andre shares his journey from working in international staffing to reshaping talent management by aligning individual capabilities with business goals. Discover how fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement can unlock the untapped potential within your organization. This episode is packed with practical insights and strategies for leaders, executives, and talent managers aiming to harness the collective power of their workforce. Tune in for a compelling discussion on elevating your workplace and driving sustainable success.
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Technological innovations have found their way into almost all aspects of our personal and professional lives. However, society seems to be overusing and misusing them, which has led to an unhealthy amount of screen time for both children and adults. In this episode, the People Strategy Forum chats with Emily Cherkin, the Screentime Consultant. She explains how to make the education system and workplaces more tech intentional to avoid becoming overly dependent on digital solutions. She also shares various tips on using technology more responsibly and why it is essential to reconnect with the real world.
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The secret to creating an agile startup is unbridled momentum. One of the things that hold startups back from fully achieving this is the sheer weight of the administrative burden that comes with building a business and managing growing numbers of people. This is where organizations like Vensure come in. Professional employer organizations or PEOs like this help startup owners focus on the levers of business growth by handling all the HR administration, systems, and processes. Join in as Regional Sales Manager Alex Wardlaw explains in full detail.
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Several studies show that C-suite leaders are adversely impacted by substance dependency. Whether it is drugs, alcohol, or medication, this often-overlooked aspect of leadership leads to poorly performing and highly discriminative teams. In this episode, Char Miller of HR With A Heart discusses some effective strategies to address substance dependency at the C-suite level. She explains how to get rid of the allocentric culture and stereotyping individuals who struggle with addiction. Char also talks about the potential improvements teams could experience by upscaling their skills in dealing with the negative impact of substance dependency.
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In today's competitive landscape, authentic leadership is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity. In this episode, seasoned management consultant and founder of Back West, Inc. J. Mike Smith dives deep into the concept of authentic leadership, exploring its key pillars and offering practical strategies for cultivating it within your own organization. Mike dives into the importance of self-awareness, guiding listeners through exercises to uncover their core values and strengths. He then explores the art of building trust, highlighting the power of vulnerability and transparency in fostering strong team dynamics. But authentic leadership isn't just about being true to yourself; it's also about embracing inclusivity. Mike discusses the delicate balance between authenticity and being mindful of diverse perspectives and experiences within your team. Tune in and discover how to lead with integrity, inspire your team, and create a more positive and productive work environment.
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Tired of a broken talent experience at your small business? Brad Voorhees, Founder of ScaleTx, joins the conversation to reveal the secrets behind crafting a winning strategy. In this episode, Brad shares his insights on how to identify your company's talent experience gaps, overcome resistance from leadership, and leverage your people's strengths to gain a competitive advantage. Learn how to invest in your talent, not just costs, and watch your business thrive.
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One of the biggest challenges of running a business is keeping your most talented and trusted people. Developing a good retention strategy is vital in achieving success in your chosen niche, and it calls for a good relationship between the leader and the HR department. The People Strategy Forum chats with Kalyn Romaine, an organizational psychologist and executive coach, about retaining top talent through the power of job clarity. She discusses how to fully understand your job architecture and HR language, as well as the importance of upholding the DEI conversation within the team. Kalyn also highlights the need to be honest about the human side of your business to keep employees in line with your core values and maintain the trust of your audience.
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How clear is the direction you have for the organization, for where you’re going? Do you have clear direction for your team? Research by Gallup over the last 30 years with 10 million managers shows that only 22% of employees think that their leadership team has set clear direction for the business. This concerning piece of information underscores the dire need to reeducate business leaders in being strategic. Key to this is the concept of strategic fitness, which today’s guest discusses. Rich Horwath is a pioneer in the landscape of strategic thinking, guiding a quarter of a million leaders worldwide with a keen eye on setting direction and creating competitive advantage. Rich transforms the complex into actionable strategies for leaders. Tune in to learn more about strategic fitness!
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Feeling like your boss speaks a different language? Is your team communication stuck on mute? This episode dives into the importance of clear communication and constructive feedback in the workplace. Communication expert Cari Jacobs-Crovetto emphasizes the need for mindful listening and authenticity from leaders. She explains the concept of “intuitive listening,” which involves letting go of self-interest and focusing on the other person’s message. Cari also discusses the challenges of communication in a global and virtual work environment, and offers suggestions for leaders to improve communication and feedback with their teams. Tune in to learn how cultivating a culture where clear communication and constructive feedback paves the way for organizational success.
Many leaders are stuck in their drive, unclear with their commitment, and pressured to deliver the best results at all times. What does it take to become a well-balanced leader who knows how to handle all aspects of a business, both positive and negative? In this conversation with the People Strategy Forum, Rich Bruno discusses the art of becoming a leader who masterfully deals with work delegation, team building, talent acquisition, and self-development. Rich also explains how leaders can get rid of their self-destructive habits, breaks down the five important components of good leadership, and offers valuable advice when transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship.
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Do you believe people are the heart of successful organizations? This episode dives into the transformative power of putting people first with Terry M. Isner, a visionary executive coach and brand consultant. Terry discusses how he shifted his leadership style to embrace a people-centric approach, the benefits of trusting remote workers, and the importance of vulnerability in leaders. Discover how his forward-thinking approach reshaped brands and corporate cultures while prioritizing well-being and trust. Join us as we explore how prioritizing your people can elevate your brand and your bottom line.
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This episode brings you an insightful conversation on purpose-driven leadership, featuring exceptional thinkers Dr. Kumar Ramlall and Amit Ramlall, co-founders of the Chintan Project. Navigating their own unique journeys, Dr. Ramlall and Amit show how challenges become opportunities especially when aligned with purpose. Together, they discuss the transformative power of purpose-driven leadership in shaping a positive and opportunistic environment for all team members. The episode also tackles the importance of recognizing individual strengths and authentic gifts, with Amit and Dr. Ramlall highlighting the value of helping employees see the intrinsic worth they bring to the organization. What is more, they explore the role of leaders in creating a culture that fosters the recognition and utilization of diverse talents, ultimately leading to a more productive and thriving workforce. Tune in for a dialogue that promises to reshape your leadership landscape.
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People-centric is a term that has been thrown around a lot recently, but what does it actually boil down to? Among other factors, pay has to be considered. After all, it remains to be one of the biggest motivators for employees, no matter what thought leaders might say. In this episode, we get to see what people-centric pay practices really look like in real life. Tisha Petty-Wilson shares some of their exemplary policies and programs at Greenhouse Software, including their national pay policy and their partiality towards remote work. Join in and learn how to truly make your talent feel truly compensated for their hard work!
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Leaders are often left behind when it comes to discussions about mental health in the workplace. But there is no shortage of stories and anecdotes of leaders simply breaking down and crumbling because of internal and external pressures. We hear one such story in this episode with Shawn Lesser, who shares how his personal mental health journey led him to become a trailblazer in mental health advocacy. Shawn is the founder of The Real Mental Health Foundation, an initiative that uses the power of conversation and community to promote mental health and wellness. Join in and learn more about Shawn’s compelling story and his equally compelling advocacy.
The best practitioner is not always a great leader because some simply don't have what it takes. That's what we will dive into this episode today!Tom Marino, a distinguished executive, andAdam Hurd, the Vice Chairman of the New York Advisory Group, share their insights about transitioning from a practitioner to a leader. They discussed the different aspects a great leader should have and the job of a leader to be successful in that position. Adam explains how women's empowerment diversified ideas, which allowed everyone to be innovative. They also introduce their book,The Atomic Game Changer: Unlock the 9 Life-Changing Principles for Unparalleled Success and Fulfillment. Tune in to this game-changing episode and aim for unparalleled success and fulfillment with Tom and Adam.
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True growth isn't about expanding numbers; it's nurturing a culture that values and retains its top talent. In this episode, talent expert Claire Chandler talks about real business growth that involves retaining your best talent. She discusses the often-overlooked yet critical link between organizational growth and talent retention. Claire explains the four main pillars necessary for a successful corporate culture: hiring the right people, keeping top performers, building trust, and sharing core values. Tune in now and learn how to foster business growth without sacrificing your most valuable asset—your talented workforce.
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As the future of business continues to evolve due to various digital innovations, leaders must know how to cope with such rapid changes to keep their teams efficient and intact. In this episode, the People Strategy Forum welcomes the CEO and Founder of Emergence Institute, Holly Woods, who talks about the power of purpose-driven leadership. She explains how to navigate your team toward an uncertain future by teaching them to appreciate their strengths, embrace their authentic selves, and find out the best way to collaborate for every possible scenario. Holly also discusses how to be a champion for change and speak the truth while artificial intelligence and other technological evolutions dictate the rules of the game.
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Business meetings are often spent on asking questions but not coming up with the right answers, leading to an endless spiral of problems and wasted time. Dr. Brian Glibkowski aims to address this through a concept he calls Answer Intelligence. Joining the People Strategy Forum hosts, he breaks down how AQ can give you greater influence, start intentional conversations, and improve a team’s brainstorming process. Brian also presents the software they have developed that goes along with the AQ philosophy, combining communication and technology into one efficient tool.
Artificial intelligence has the potential to change the way we create job descriptions and manage talent. gradar, an innovative AI platform, takes center stage as it dynamically adapts job responsibilities based on user responses to evaluation questions. The conversation explores the critical link between well-crafted job descriptions and motivating work environments, emphasizing the impact on employee satisfaction, performance, and retention. From navigating the complexities of job evolution to streamlining the integration of competencies with the Team Management Profile, this conversation with founder Philipp Schuch sheds light on how gradar is not just a tool but a catalyst for creating work that people genuinely love. Join in as we discuss the changing landscape of the workforce, the need for transparent and authentic conversations around job expectations, and the evolving role of technology in enhancing the human experience at work. Whether you're an HR professional, a business leader, or someone passionate about the intersection of technology and human resources, this podcast provides valuable insights into leveraging AI to redefine job descriptions and reshape the future of work.
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.Creating a distinctive workplace where everyone can thrive professionally and discover their purpose is what every employer brand must strive to achieve. The roadmap on doing such a noble goal is presented by the Founder and CEO of PH.Creative, Bryan Adams. Speaking to the People Strategy Forum, he talks about his Give and Get Approach, which could help employer brands go beyond traditional methods and bring out the best in everyone. He explains the three aspects of building a healthy workplace culture and the three layers of an effective employer brand strategy. Bryan also reveals why environmental responsibility is essential in building an authentic brand and how artificial intelligence impacts the employer brand space
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One of the most uncomfortable realities in today’s world of work is that ageism and age discrimination in the workplace still exist. We are deep into the 21st century and companies are still hesitant to hire older individuals and quick to lay them off in disproportionate rates. Today’s guest argues that these companies are missing out on the research-backed benefits of having a multigenerational workforce. Mary Jane Roy is an expert on personal resilience and an advocate for workplace inclusion. In this episode, she debunks the popular image of older individuals in the workplace that portrays them as slower and less resilient. Mary Jane shares some of the science behind resilience that shows it can be built at whatever age and life stage. Tune in and learn how companies stand to gain by leveraging the unique contributions of older individuals in a multigenerational workplace paradigm.
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When you can show up as your best self to work, everything else becomes so much better. You become happier, more engaged, and more productive. But this is only the case if you have the work environment that allows you this in the first place. In this episode, we say goodbye to those mere wellness programs and transition to a full-blown culture of well-being with our amazing guest. Andreea Pap is a positive psychology practitioner and Founder of the Happiness Digger, where she empowers teams to create and spread happiness at work and at home. Today, she shows us how we can start planning on the wellness side and let it seep into our culture. From fostering engagement and that sense of belonging to navigating the remote set-up and today’s technology that adds an extra layer of challenge to building a culture, Andreea dives deep into them all. Plus, she shares some great tools and workshops you can take advantage of. Tune in to this conversation and discover the real game-changer for your organization’s culture. Let Andreea guide you toward a well-being culture where your teams are happy and at their best.
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Employee listening used to be your annual, maybe every other year, satisfaction survey. It was a check-the-box initiative. Are people happy? Do they like their compenben? It was an antiquated process that took a lot of effort and time, and that went mostly unused. But a lot of that is starting to change. In this episode, we are joined by Crystal Robertson and Lee Stroud of Newmeasures, who are knee-deep in developing a new framework for employee listening that may shape the way we do it moving forward. Tune in and get to know what’s in store for employees as employers start to see the benefits of genuine employee listening!
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If a business team knows the point of everything they do, they are securing huge wins along the way. This is why leaders must focus on delivering value to their people and align it to their set purpose. In this episode, the People Strategy Forum welcomes Katie Burkhart, Founder and CEO of MatterLogic™, who discusses the importance of understanding the target audience you are serving and the best way to deliver the right level of value at all times. She presents the steps on drawing alignment between value and purpose, as well as the power of helping people experience individualized value. Katie also talks about getting flexible with the rise of hybrid workplace setups and the three layers of asking the right questions to reach actual applicable solutions.
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With the right motivation, guidance, and skill set, anyone can become an effective leader in the entrepreneurship scene. In this episode, we hear from Adrian Koehler who shares how he discovered and started on his leadership coaching journey. He talks about his time in prison outreach programs, the best way to deal with the destructive victim mindset, and how to create workplace cultures where everyone can freely embrace failures without fear. Adrian also discusses how to keep a team strong and connected, as well as maintaining alignment between your personal and professional interests.
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When you only have a few employees, losing your top talent can be devastating and can set you back for years. In this episode, the People Strategy Forum welcomes Eddie Diaz, who breaks down the art of retaining key employees. He explores the biggest factors that impact an employee’s decision to stay or leave, and why it is not always about the compensation. Eddie shares different bespoke strategies that could help increase people retention, from deferred compensation plans to retirement plans. He also discusses the right way to provide company bonuses and create an effective contingency plan.
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Most companies ignore their employees who experience burnout, and it only leads to further disconnect and resentment among the team. Caitlin Donovan joins the People Strategy Forum to discuss what it takes to achieve burnout recovery. She talks about how it starts by facilitating safety and stopping resentment from getting out of control. Caitlin explains why burnout cannot be addressed in a linear fashion, how traumatic childhood experiences can affect a person’s current situation, and the right way to review emotions. They also underline the dangers of not setting the proper boundaries within the workplace, assigning extreme workload to every employee, and rampant corporate paternalism.
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Leadership approaches must constantly be changed and innovated to achieve better results and stay relevant to the ever-evolving landscape. Julie Noonan is here to introduce the concept of reverse mentoring, which promises better leadership development. She shares how this method can help different generations do value assessment, find common ground, and come together in effective collaboration. She discusses how this approach is important now more than ever after COVID-19 accelerated the conversation about generational gap, work-life balance, and hybrid workplaces. Julie also explains why reverse mentoring is not all about the number of meetings and why it is not advisable to be applied on a manager-employee level.
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Personal development, empowerment, and work-life balance are three things we all long for, but how can they be realistically achieved? Our guest, Marta Spirk, a seasoned entrepreneur, podcaster and author, shares her incredible journey and insights into empowered leadership. Marta reveals her personal transformation from feeling overwhelmed and questioning her own path to discovering her unique strengths and purpose. Through her experiences, she developed a powerful framework for helping others tap into their hidden potential and regain control over their lives. Discover the significance of self-awareness and the profound impact it can have on our lives, both personally and professionally. Marta emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, not only for others but also for ourselves, as a key step toward personal growth. We delve into the concept of working smarter, not harder, and how technology, like AI, can reshape the way we approach our careers. Our conversation takes an inspiring turn as we discuss inclusion, embracing diversity, and the power of leaders who aren't afraid to show vulnerability. Join us for an enriching and engaging conversation that will leave you with valuable takeaways for your personal and professional life!
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Behavioral scientists believe in the power of our environments to shape our behaviors. The systems and structures in place influence us in one way or another; this is especially true in the workplace. As such, the kind of workplace environment we have determines the kind of leaders and success we produce. The Head of Behavioral Science Insights for Torch, Elizabeth Weingarten, joins us in this episode to dive deep into the science of workplace behavior, revealing along the way the six strategies that top companies are using to develop leaders. Leadership development is evolving, and we can learn from organizations that are achieving the best results from their leadership development programs. Let Elizabeth guide you to transform your organization through key structural changes that bring out the best in your people. Take advantage of this golden information by tuning in to this conversation!
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The people are at the heart of every successful organization. Leaders know that just as crucial as its systems and operations is cultivating a people-first culture. And empathy holds a transformative power to that. In this episode, we are joined by a trailblazer in HR, Donald Knight, the Chief People Officer of Greenhouse Software. His people-centric strategies lie at the center of his impressive track record of driving organizations to growth and increased value. He tells us in this conversation the crucial role of empathy in building a people-first culture. From his background and influences that shaped his empathetic leadership style, Donald talks about the power of proximity and emotional awareness in understanding employees’ needs. He also discusses the importance of valuing your people as humans as well as finding alignment between values and behaviors within the organization. What is more, Donald breaks down the three key factors for creating change and how Greenhouse can help you through it. Tune in and learn the great benefits of prioritizing your people and how empathy can drive that transformation.
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Often, the skills that matter are what many consider soft. But if there is anything more pronounced in this podcast, it is that nothing is soft about making your organization people-centric. One of those skills is emotional intelligence. In today’s conversation, we dive deep into its role in building a thriving and inclusive business. Joining us is the Founder ofSEQ Consulting,Rachelle Carrié, who shares her experiences and strategies for helping build human-centric businesses through the power of emotional intelligence. She also talks about how to build this muscle and what actions leaders should take to create psychological safety within the team. Going further, Rachelle discusses the impact of emotional intelligence on DEI, then gives us a peek into her books on emotional intelligence and leadership. Push the needle forward by building a people-centric business. Follow this episode to learn more!
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Preventing burnout and achieving success as a high-performing leader requires the conscious integration of self-care, boundary-setting, and sustainable practices. It's time to unlock the secrets to resilience, balance, and long-term fulfillment in both your personal and professional life. In this episode, Jessica Lueck, PhD, partner of Lueck Group, discusses how to prevent burnout, especially among high-performing leaders. She discusses the impact of psychological consulting and the innovative practice of tapping (EFT). She shares how these help clients and companies uncover the root causes of burnout, effectively manage stress, and cultivate a healthier approach to life. Jessica emphasizes the significance of work-life integration and the importance of establishing harmony between personal and professional pursuits. By prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and implementing sustainable practices, leaders can foster overall well-being and long-term success. Join us as we unlock the secrets to preventing burnout, enhancing resilience, and living a fulfilling life in today's fast-paced world.
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We all want to ourselves and our teams to be at their most productive. A lot of times, that pursuit of high performance takes a toll on individuals in the form of burnout. There must be a fine balance between getting the best performance from everyone and making sure that they’re thriving while they’re at it. This is what high-performance coach Vanessa Bennett has been studying her whole career. Vanessa is the CEO of Next Evolution Performance, a company that uses neuroscience to help driven leaders and teams optimize their profitability, productivity and energy, and decrease their effort to eliminate burnout. In this episode of People Strategy Forum, she shares neuroscientifically-informed strategies in managing people’s time in the workplace so they can be their best, most productive selves. Whether you’re a leader who’s looking to unlock high performance in your team, or an individual who’s looking for a way to increase productivity without sacrificing your wellbeing, this conversation is a must-follow. Tune in!
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When a great leader walks into a room, chances are you can feel it instantly. There is something intangible that they exude that compels everyone to pay attention, give respect, and listen to what they have to say. That is what leadership presence is. It’s the way you carry yourself, command the attention of everyone, and make an impact with everything you say and even with what you don’t say. How do you cultivate that as part of your personal brand as a leader? Joining us on this forum is Natalie Jobity, an author, speaker, and Personal Brand Strategist at TheUnveiledWay.com. Natalie explains the key elements to leadership presence – Command, Communication, Confidence, and Clothing – and how each one can be optimized to cultivate the leader’s brand that you want to convey. She also talks about her book, It’s Your Time to Shine Girl, and what it has to offer, especially to emerging women leaders who struggle with leaning into their brilliance and showing up as themselves. Tune in and be empowered by Natalie’s powerful and practical message to every aspiring leader!
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Productive teams are nothing without the power of trust. It binds people together and creates harmony at all levels, which leads to incredible results. Joining the People Strategy Forum is Paddy Moran, Founder of Neuro Coach. He discusses how to measure trust in an organization and how its power can mend a fragmented leadership. Paddy presents the four keys to trust, its numerous facets, and the right way to cultivate a trust-centered culture. He also talks about the role of trust in bringing people together in a hybrid setup and how the neuro mindset paves the way toward a more diverse workplace.
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If a team sticks to their original strategies and refuses to evolve, they will be left behind and fail to grow. That’s why running experiments must be part of team building if they want to achieve success. Joining the People Strategy Forum panel is Pattie Money who explores the importance of testing and playing in the sandbox to assure quality results. She talks about how assumptions and theories are effective elements in shaping a learning culture that promote open-mindedness, healthy competition, and inclusivity. Pattie also explains how leaders can improve velocity and how technological advancements like AI impact experimentation within the team.
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A mark of a great leader is having good interpersonal skills. They know how to communicate effectively with their teams, moving them in the right direction. However, not many have mastered this necessary tool and it’s costing them more than they are aware of. If you’re looking to improve your interpersonal skills, this episode is for you. Joining the panel is Stephan Wiedner. He co-founded Noomii in 2007, which is the global leader in delivering psychological safety-based coaching. Bringing to the table a mixed set of skills and experience, including business, technology, and coaching, Stephan provides us with great insights into why interpersonal skills differentiate good leaders and managers from bad. He also dives into psychological safety and its significance in creating a culture that lets people feel that their voice matters. It's easy to be a manager and a leader when things are going well. But when the going gets tough, the bad ones get weeded out and the great prevails. What separates them is their interpersonal skills. Tune in to this great conversation to find out how you can better this key leadership prowess so you can continue bringing your team to the top.
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No two humans are alike. When you add culture to that, we get to appreciate our diversity even more. This is especially true for coaches who had to move around the world. And in today’s People’s Strategy Forum, we have a guest who is well-familiar with this and has employed cross-cultural coaching using the TMA Method. Mardi Huiting-Bijleveld is an experienced and inspiring life, career & leadership coach, specializing in early grads, young professionals, managers, and executives. She founded Valenti to help people reach their full potential. Mardi moved from the Netherlands to the US, where she found herself working with more diverse clients. In this conversation, she tells us how her clients in the US differ from Europeans and how she was able to work around the differences through cross-cultural coaching. Mardi also shares her thoughts on finding a job that aligns with your talents and passions, appreciating different perspectives, and collaborating. Tune in to this episode and learn more about cultural diversity in coaching and the benefits of the TMA Method.
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Getting paid competitively is not enough for many people nowadays. Most of them are looking for a workforce experience that will give them fulfillment. Sam Reeve leads the conversation about how leaders can create a workplace culture that attracts the best people, retains top performers, and motivates every single person within the team. They talk about building trust in leadership, the importance of one-on-one employee conversation, and the power of collaborative teamwork. They also touch on the best approach to accommodating individuals at different stages in their lives, how to provide employee benefits equally, and why you must align with everyone’s personal values.
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When taking a leadership role, you want to do something you will be remembered for, not only by your current team but even future generations. But you cannot achieve this just by becoming a unicorn – you have to go to the next level and start creating a legend. The People Strategy Forum panel chats with Patrick Sutton, who presents five tips on shaping yourself as an effective leader who would go down in history as a legendary individual who did monumental feats in team building. He explains why every leader should be vulnerable, relatable, and always willing to learn. Patrick also talks about pushing the DEI conversation forward without creating further biases or hiring individuals simply because of their appearance.
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Wouldn’t it make for a great business and business environment if we have the right people with the right skills in the right roles? For Jeff Griffiths, this is where the value of competencies show up as we move our business towards success. He is a performance and growth consultant who specializes in diagnosing the human side of mid-sized industrial companies' businesses. In this episode, he discusses how a people-centric approach with the use of competencies makes companies more agile, capable, and future-proof. He talks about talent management strategies in the workforce and walks us through getting the executive buy-in. At the end of the day, people love it when what they do matters. When the business or organization takes care of that, it snowballs, and you will grow by leaps and bounds.
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A truly supportive workplace doesn’t stop outside the walls of the office. It takes care of its people not just at the workplace but also in the other parts of their lives. This is what the concept of the whole-person workplace means, and there is no better person to discuss this than Scott Behson. He is a Management Professor at Fairleigh Dickinson University. He is also a speaker, consultant, and author of three books. His new book, The Whole-Person Workplace, is the reason why we’re all tuned in. Tune in as he joins the People Strategy Forum and shares his wisdom and experience in all things talent management and human resources. Find out what a supportive workplace really means and how things like employee engagement, workplace culture, and diversity and inclusion fit into the whole picture.
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The DEI conversation is being pushed in every organization and industry today to promote fairness at all levels. But this concept is deeply rooted in systemic historical patterns, and real change cannot happen in just a blink of an eye. Wade Forbes and Angela Chiraza partner up to come up with a different approach to DEI to make it deeply inspirational and meaningful. Speaking to the People Strategy Forum panel, they present PAUSE journaling to help people be quiet with their thoughts and discover positive ways to deal with DEI. Wade and Angela also break down the most common problems leaders face when embracing the DEI concept, particularly in transforming cultures that have been existing for many decades.
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Just like with anything, you can only achieve the best results when all parts of the process work together in alignment. This very much applies to talent acquisition and development. In this episode, Maria del Pilar Martinez joins us to discuss the importance of having a cohesive talent process and ensuring that those very important candidates come in and have a positive experience in the workplace as they start out. Maria is passionate about talent management with 20 years of experience as a leader working with the development of people in different positions. With her hard-earned wisdom, she equips us with the insights to make sure that we are getting the best from our talents and even us as leaders. At the heart of her process is the TMA Method. She explains how this method helped her and how you can apply this not only in hiring but your overall business decisions.
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Having the best strategy in the entire world won’t matter if you don’t have the right people to execute them. Steve Van Remortel guides business leaders on doing talent planning the right way through his eight-step program and his SaaS software company MyTalentPlanner. He speaks to the People Strategy Forum community to share winning strategies on this business aspect this 2023. He delves into the best ways to showcase the strengths of your team, fill in the gaps among your people, and solve internal failures rapidly. Steve also discusses the impact of delivering consistent one-on-one feedback on lowering turnover rates and how to ensure managers are properly developed as effective leaders.
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No team is exempted from disagreements, challenges, and roadblocks. But if a leader knows how to handle such problems through positive confrontations, they can yield good outcomes instead. Joining the People Strategy Forum community is HR Consultant and Certified Life Coach, Michele Stewart. She explains how to inspire team members to open up in the face of adversities. Michele discusses the importance of being an authentic leader to heal wounds between employees, offer personal yet constructive feedback, and provide genuine support to those who need it. She also explains how to lay-off people and inspire others to step up their game through positive reinforcements.
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Are you struggling to get your team to be more engaged in your meetings? If you have tried anything and nothing still works, maybe it’s time to try Appreciative Inquiry! In this episode, Heather Martinez shares how she leads inspired meetings using this very concept. She explains how it can help your team get unstuck from the negative cycle of meetings and encourage healthy discussions where all questions are entertained. Learn how Appreciate Inquiry can help in determining problems before they worsen and discover the best approaches in solving them. Time to get your team moving and gain the most out of every single meeting by tuning in to this episode!
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The world has been drowned in uncertainty in the past few years due to a down economy and the devastating pandemic. Tina Brandau challenges herself to discover a “better me” in 2023 by doing massive shifts in her life, dispelling the dangerous traps of stagnation. In this conversation with Sam Reeve, Char Miller, Sumit Singla and the entire PSF community, she invites everyone to embark on this life-changing journey. Tina explains how to unlock your best version by not stressing yourself with things out of your control, take small but necessary pauses, and be proactive to build a resilience self. She also discusses how to become an effective executive and coach by working alongside other people in the most active way.
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Every human being has a brain, and its powers are almost limitless – if utilized the right way. Those who want to become an effective leader must tap deep within the organ between the ears and embrace neuroscience-based leadership. With this approach, you can connect with your team on a greater level. This will allow you to sense when your people are burnt out without them even telling you. But before you can reach this level of intuition, you have to be clear on yourself first. You have to appear trustworthy and empathetic as a leader.
Join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, and Sumit Singla as they talk to the Founder of NeuroSavvy Leadership, Keshawn Hughes. Tune in as they discuss how neuroscience works and how you can effectively lead with it. Discover how to build trust and empathy within your team to cultivate a healthier and rewarding work environment. Start setting up your team towards success with the golden nuggets of wisdom from this episode!
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Leaders need to start bridging the gaps between them and their employees. In today’s market, people just don’t feel the need to work for someone anymore. There are more ways of getting money so they quit. This is why business leaders thing there is a great resignation happening because they don’t engage with their employees. They are not creating a workplace culture that aligns with everyone. So if you want to attract and retain talent, you need to start bridging those gaps. Join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, & Sumit Singla as they talk to the CEO and Managing Partner of CultureWorx, Dr. Donte Vaughn. He is an expert in Organizational Leadership, Workforce Management, and Company Culture. Learn what Culture Performance Management is and how he implements it in his business. Find out how you can create a great culture that is also diverse, equitable, and inclusive. As a leader, start bridging the gaps in your company today.
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Distance changes things, there’s no denying that. But when it comes to running a business, being apart from each other must not negatively impact your company culture. In this episode, Sumit Singla showcases his more than 16 years of experience across multiple HR roles to discuss how to maintain strong bonds within your team despite the lack of face-to-face interactions. He discusses the strategies for implementing a consistent company culture in the age of remote setup and keeping business goals aligned with this model. Tune in now and learn how to cultivate trust and connections throughout your team across your screens!
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We are now at the beginning of the new year, where we all get that metaphorical clean slate to start anew and make this year our best one yet. Although life as we know it, we will continue to face change and chaos, but it doesn’t mean we have to drown along with them. We can still thrive despite them all. Greeting 2023 with us, Michael Hunter, the founder of Uncommon Change, LLC, joins this episode to offer his wisdom and insights on how leaders and their teams can move through the fog and chaos with confidence and clarity. What can we do when things are suddenly not going well? What are the concrete steps to continue to have an impact on others? How can leaders support their teams? Michael answers these questions and more, diving deep into work environments, diversity, and vital aspects of leadership. Join this inspiring conversation to learn how to make the most of 2023!
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For today’s episode, we’ll be having an extra special guest with an extra special story. Renee Bruns is a leader in the insurance industry and is in the World Guinness Record for being the first female wheelchair traveler to travel the most countries in the world! She’ll be sharing her experience during her sabbatical and how it opened her eyes to see what it means to truly live life. Full of fun stories, unique experiences, valuable eye-openers, and more, this episode is sure to motivate you to a whole new level!
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The way you interview and hire can make or break your business. So if you're looking to be more successful in the modern workplace, you need to start by hiring better. In this episode, Executive Hiring Consultant Beth Smith shares the way to attract and retain the best talent for your company despite the difficulty in finding the right people these days. Tune in and learn the breakdown on how to hire better, have the best employees, and gain greater business success!
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We live in a very global world where borders no longer hinder how far you can reach. Today, companies are expanding across the oceans, making it a task for leaders in this global landscape to learn how to manage a diverse environment. In this People Strategy Forum episode, we are joined by Dr. Rajesh Kumar—an international business consultant who, having lived in many parts of the globe, has developed a deep appreciation and awareness of the importance of the cross-cultural dimension and how it impacts strategy implementation. He shares with us how to do business globally, work through cultural differences, and develop cross-cultural skills as a leader. Follow along to this exciting conversation as Dr. Kumar shares tips on building lasting relationships, onboarding in different locations, resolving conflicts, and providing feedback.
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Transitioning into your first leadership role can be daunting, especially as a woman. There are many times when people are promoted to a leadership position and they are just not yet ready. As a leader, you have a lot of responsibility on top of taking care of your team. So what should you do as a brand new leader? Listen to this episode to find out. Join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, & Sumit Singla as they talk to the founder of Bosstrack, Michelle Harris. Learn how you can build trust with your team as a new leader. Understand why leadership can be difficult, especially for women. Know how to properly delegate and manage your team. Find out how you can learn from your mistakes and grow as a leader. Start transitioning into your new position as smoothly as you can today!
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Human resource professionals are the ones who take care of the people in the company. But who takes care of them? Cathy Norris joins this episode to talk about HR wellbeing. If there’s anyone who needs it more, it would be the HR professionals. Cathy is a Leadership & Wellbeing Coach and Corporate Trainer & Facilitator. She shares her seventeen years of experience to talk about the struggles of those in HR and helping them overcome those with emotional wellbeing. How can HR professionals balance the ability to be accessible and get things done at the same time? How can they release the stress from their day-to-day work? Cathy answers these questions and more! Plus, she provides tips for having effective conversations and setting expectations.
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Change may be constant, but the pace of these changes in today's market is moving even more rapidly than ever. We see this in how recent events take a toll on the people in our organization. And they are either not thriving at their work or leaving altogether. Sophie Janke, the Implementation Consultant for Gradar, believes we need to enhance employee wellbeing. That way, we become the kind of change champions that can support our people through the different challenges in our environment and the world. Sophie dives deep into having an individualized change model, the factors why people resist change, and the importance of communicating changes to our employees. She also shares her insights on the current layoffs happening in the country and what we can do to help employees navigate this change.
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As leaders, we can sometimes get so much in our heads that we become overwhelmed and stressed. What we need is to unleash these thoughts in our heads. And what better way to do that than journaling? Our guest in this episode attests to the power of journaling, seeing as how it helped her succeed. Karin Lubin is back to tell us all about it and how leaders can effectively journal. She is the co-founder of Quantum Leap Coaching and Consulting—a consultancy specialized in helping individuals and business leaders to take ‘quantum leaps’ into living and leading from mindful purpose, passion, and authenticity. True to their teachings, Karin discusses why journaling can be a reprieve from this grind culture and even help you realize your purpose and potential. She then shares her Journaling Bundle with us, which contains her holistic process to the practice. Join this powerful conversation as you add this additional tool for your mental health as an intuitive leader.
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We are living in a thriving and rapid age of information. Day in and out, new trends and data come out, making business owners and leaders alike drowning to keep up to date. This episode’s guest has created a solution. Joshua Wöhle is the CEO of Mindstone, a software that allows people to go through self-directed learning online and help them stay on top of practices to lead more effectively and keep up to date on everything that’s out there. He joins the forum to share with us all about Mindstone, along with great insights on utilizing the Internet as a resource for learning and removing the barriers that make navigating information difficult. Joshua takes us across executive learning and the information diet that pushes the importance of active engagement. Follow along to this conversation and find out how founders can learn faster, remember more, and get things done!
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If there is one thing executives do more than present, it is communicating. Beyond being in front of the screen delivering ideas and reports, they interact and speak to the people in front of them. Vautier Communications saw this shift and dedicated themselves to the 'Business Communication Skills' space. In this episode, its Vice President, John Vautier, graces us with his knowledge and experience to impart the importance of this particular skill to creating your executive presence. Helping you finetune it even more, he shares how they empower leaders to find their voice and unleash their ideas and perspectives. John also gives tips on body language, how to use it to our advantage and read how other people interact with us. Plus, he then discusses communicating our executive presence through the screens, building engagement, and, most importantly, finding our unique presence.
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Bringing a business to another level does not always require overcomplicated strategies. Sometimes, all you have to do is tweak your daily routine and start building simple habits. Sam Reeve and the PSF team talks with Julie DeLucca about creating healthy habits that lead to better behavior and a much better business. She shares some productivity hacks about water consumption, email management, calendar management, and people management. Julie also explains how women can build confidence in a market full of economic pressures by embracing core values, being clear with sales goals, and nurturing relationships with others.
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There is so much bias in the workplace that it is hard for up-and-coming leaders to show up authentically. Whether you come from another country, have a different accent, or are a woman, being in a leadership position can be difficult. That is why these leaders need to have the courage to create their own path and break through the biases. These biases aren't personal. It's only human to have them. Once you know that, you can show up as who you truly are. Join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, and Sumit Singla as they talk to Katja Kolmetz, the founder and CEO of WaveMakers. Katja is also the co-founder of the experience design studio, Human Deluxe. Learn how Katja is helping the next generation of leaders with WaveMakers. Discover how you can break these biases in the workplace. And find out how you can build courage over time. Start being an authentic leader today!
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Workplace culture is doomed to fail if it cannot convey a genuine sense of belongingness. When creating communities of connection, leaders must know how to lead with a heart. Erin Hyder, Assistant City Manager at the City of Durango, talks about building people-centric communities where each person can showcase their authentic self and feel accepted. She explains how to motivate different departments to work together efficiently and solve the biggest workplace culture issues. Erin also breaks down the benefits of using even the silliest icebreakers to nurture relationships among team members.
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If you can’t lead yourself, how can you manage to lead a group of people, let alone a business? Joining our esteemed panel to discuss the value of leading self is Chance Eaton. Chance is the CEO of Big Sky Way, providing organizational health solutions to progressive and purpose-driven organizations across the globe. Leadership is a much bigger topic than we realize. In this episode, Chance uncovers the psychophysiological roots that impact how we lead ourselves in our everyday lives. What goes on inside manifests in the work we do outside. Amid the chaos, how do leaders stay grounded on their values and goals? Meditation is a vital part of that. Tune in as Chance imparts mindset strategies and mindfulness practices to help you stay on the path to happiness and success in life and business.
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Understanding data can be a complicated task, especially as you get deeper into it. But this should not deter you from learning about it, given how the world is slowly transformed by the connections these data make in technology. This episode’s guest speaker has the solution: storytelling. Karin Rex joins the panel to share with us how she incorporates storytelling with data. She is an instructional designer, writer, eLearning developer, and virtual facilitator. She talks about the importance of storytelling when translating those data and letting your customers understand. As the saying goes, “data can’t speak; it needs a storyteller.” Join this conversation and learn how you can become the storyteller that connects data to your people and make it stick.
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An intuitive leader is someone who is emotionally resilient and connected to their feelings. They are in their body. They are not afraid to be authentic, respectful, resilient, responsive, and reflective. These are the signs of a leader that truly cares about his/her people and is willing to build those relationships. Join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, & Sumit Singla as they talk to Karin Lubin, co-founder of Quantum Leap Coaching and Consulting. Karin helps people who are feeling burnt out and lost. She helps them reconnect with themselves and find enthusiasm back in their lives. Listen in as Karin talks about the five attributes you need to become an intuitive leader. Start practicing these attributes in your daily life today!
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Much this drama between retaining remote/hybrid work and going back to the office is driven by a dinosaur mentality that many managers and business leaders have when it comes to the workplace. What we need in this new age of work is workplace transformation, and the way or that to happen is to fight off these dinosaurs. Future of work strategist and Hello Monday Club founder Angelique Slob argues that it starts with self-awareness. As a leader, we need to ask ourselves, “How am I being a dinosaur myself and how am I holding people back from being effective at work?” In this interview, she breaks down some of the old ways of thinking that persist among people managers and business leaders and how it’s reinforcing the traditional, co-located 9 to 5 setup. Angelique argues that for us to move forward, we need to recognize that employees work best when the value they bring, not the time they put it, is given primacy. Join in and learn what we should pay attention to so we can make our workplaces more inclusive, human-centric and transformative.
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There are many ways you can spread positivity to everyone. Artistically spreading your message creates a considerable impact and instills it in everyone. In today’s episode, Wade Forbes, the co-founder of Red Tale Communications, shares his approach for business and individuals by turning hope into an action word. He stresses that hope is not an emotion but an action, and although we cannot solve all the problems, we can always do something about it that will make us feel good. For a more profound, inspiring talk with Wade, hit that play button now and tune in to this episode of People Strategy Forum.
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What does the future of work look like? How do we integrate technology and human job skills to create a successful work operating process? Today’s guest has the answers you need. Ravin Jesuthasan is a recognized global thought leader, futurist, and author of the future of work, automation, and human capital. In this episode, he shares helpful insights for businesses industries over. With key concepts from his book Work Without Jobs: How to Reboot Your Organization’s Work Operating System, Ravin enlightens on helpful strategies that facilitate optimal outcomes for your business. He dives into topics such as the democratization of work, digitalization, deconstruction, and the benefits of an internal workplace marketplace. There’s a lot of valuable insight on today’s episode that you won’t want to miss. Tune in to learn about concepts that could help you advance in this quickly changing work market.
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Employers tend to forget that their employees have their own aspirations and dreams in life. Often, these people are working for us to fulfill them. However, companies do not have the environment to nurture and support them, leading to an unhappy workplace and unfulfilled employees. Brad Jeffress believes that if people are happier and more fulfilled, personally, they are going to do better at work. That is why he became a Dream Coach at IMA Financial Group. In this episode, he tells us all about what being a Dream Coach is and how it impacts your employees and your business. Brad shares his own experience of figuring out his career and working on his dreams and then provides some advice to both companies and employees on how to provide a space for the things we want to do in our lives. Tune in to this conversation and gain insights on the importance of allowing our people to fulfill their dreams. When they do, they become better for us.
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A purposeful business needs to have a team of people who are passionate. One passionate person isn't enough, no matter how what your business is. When everyone in the company or organization finds their passion, that can enhance the company culture and elevate the business. Join us as we talk to Beth LeFevre about reigniting your passion and how you can spread that to your team. Beth is the Founder of Master Life Inc, where she helps build team-building strategies and employer-employee engagement. Learn how to help others find what they love. Start creating a purposeful business today!
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As entrepreneurs and leaders, we want to make a difference in our organizations and the world. But, how can we create an environment where people can grow and thrive? What are ways we can pay attention to our team consistently? Let’s listen to this episode as we sit down for a conversation with Stoyan Yankov to talk about the seven pillars of building a strong team culture. Stoyan is a productivity coach on a mission to help business leaders accelerate team performance and shape strong culture while enjoying happy lives. Today, he shares valuable insights on the importance of these seven pillars in making people empowered, result-driven, and fulfilled. He explains how we can align our goals to the values of our organization. It’s time to find out how we can support and help our entire company grow while shaping our culture most effectively.
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A company only finds success through its leader. Companies that are leading with care are going to attract the best people. Leaders that focus on diversity are going to get the most out of their employees. People who lead through the four categories of prosperity are going to find true success. These are the leaders you want to have running the company. Join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, & Sumit Singla as they talk to Marian Temelkov about why leaders should lead with care. Marian is the founder and CEO of Dynamis Group, a global executive search company specializing in strategic placements, M&A, and leadership audits. Learn about leadership behaviors you need to have as a leader. Find out more about neurodiversity in the workplace. And, discover the four categories of prosperity. Start leading with care today!
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It's been almost two years since the start of the pandemic, and people have gotten used to working from home. So now the big question for companies is, how do you engage with them? How do you bring that company culture into remote or hybrid teams? The world is changing now, and people want more time for themselves. With the increase in gas prices, people don't want to be going to work every day. This is the new normal that companies need to adjust to.
Join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, & Sumit Singla as they talk to Eric Hermeling about how he uses food and beverages to engage with remote and hybrid teams. Eric is the CEO of Belmont, where he helps companies connect with their employees through food and drinks. Team lunches and happy hours, that's just a timeless tradition. Discover how Eric uses Break Time to build company culture.
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The Great Resignation is still a buzzword for organizations to this day, but not all businesses have suffered this phenomenon. What are the factors that allow companies to survive and adapt? Joining the panel today is Colleen Stanley, President and Founder of SalesLeadership. She has also been named one of the Top 50 Sales & Marketing Influencers, Salesforce Top Influencers of the 21st Century, and Top 30 Global Sales Gurus. In this episode, Colleen highlights the importance of emotional intelligence and culture as the driving force behind retention. Tune in as she dives deep into leadership, accountability, and the value of practicing delayed gratification for success not only in business but in your personal life as well.
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The hiring process may be about finding the right people to fill your vacancies, but it must never be treated as some selection tool. Instead of making it about scrutinizing a person’s competencies, it must be handled like a journey focused on talent management. This is exactly how Pily Martinez Marban does talent acquisition in the company she co-founded, Arancione. She explains how hiring managers should switch from traditional methods of attracting job hopefuls by focusing more on value proposition. Pily discusses why companies must be transparent with the opportunities they can deliver to potential talents, highlighting professional development more than a huge compensation.
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As a leader, coaching can actually help improve business. Some people think coaching doesn't work, but it only doesn't work if you don't follow the feedback. Coaching can help you emotionally and mentally. It will allow you to be more vulnerable and humble. As a leader, you need those two traits. Your employees would be more willing to talk to you and ask questions if you show that side of you. To learn more about the value of coaching, join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, Sumit Singla, and their guest Gillian Faith. Gillian is the founder of Next Level HR Consulting & Coaching. She provides contract HR & People Operations services to small businesses. And most importantly, she provides coaching to individuals for leadership and professional development. Discover leadership coaching and mental fitness coaching today.
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In-person conferences are coming back, so it's that time again to start networking. However, many people go to these conferences unprepared. They don't know what to do and who to talk to. That is the importance of a goal even before registering for a conference. Join Sam Reeve, Char Miller, and Sumit Singla as they talk to Greg Roche about creating a networking strategy for your in-person conferences. Greg is the Vice President of Compensation of United Health Group. He is also the author of The Fast and Easy Guide to Networking For Introverts. Registering for a conference? Learn what to do before and after, and rid yourself of whatever’s holding you back from networking today.
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Culture is one of the critical building blocks of any business. The question is, how do you build a high-performance culture post-merger? Today’s guest is Sumit Singla, who is among the Top 25 Organizational Design & Effectiveness consultants on Upwork. Sumit explains that communication is the most critical aspect. People look to leaders for the right answers, so leaders have to ensure they engage in two-way communication. With communication, you can ease your team’s fears and concerns and give them the confidence they need to perform. If you’re looking to build a high-performance culture, you’d want to listen to this episode!
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Leadership and communication are two skills that are in great demand in today’s post-pandemic business world. What can you do to ensure that both skills are leveraged fairly and equitably for both your business and your employees? In this episode, Sam Reeve & Char Miller discuss the mechanics of both with Linda Rad, Executive and Team Coach, Human Resource and Organizational Development Consultant and Facilitator at Envision Leadership Consulting. Linda talks about the changing role of leaders in today’s fast-paced business world and what needs to be done to address the gap between leaders and the people. Tune in and learn more leadership lessons from Linda.
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When it comes to equity, there is no one-size-fits-all. It is something that is customized to a company's situation. Today's guest co-founded a company dedicated to helping others in this area. Jon Burg of Infinite Equity joins the forum to take us into the world of equity and how he got into it doing what he does. He talks about equity plans, expanding the concept of using equity as compensation to employees, sharing ownership, and attracting quality talent through it. Jon also shares his insights on how to lower voluntary turnover and helps you understand the many tax implications involved. Join this conversation and learn more about the equity world.
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Healthcare is essential and every workforce in every workplace should have sufficient access to it. Elaine O'Bleness helps employers take care of their employees through healthcare advocacy. With over 30 years of healthcare management experience, few people are as qualified as Elaine to speak about this topic. Taking care of employees’ health benefits doesn’t just benefit the employees. It also has benefits for the employer and the whole company. Just what does every stakeholder get from healthcare advocacy? Join in and learn from Elaine’s insights!
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With everyone going remotely and video becoming the new normal. Presenting yourself in front of the camera is even more important now. If you're going to give a speech or enter an online conference, learn how to present yourself. Feel your energy because that is everything! Join your hosts Sam Reeve & Char Miller as they talk to Julie Ann Dokowicz on how to show up as your best self in special events. Julie is the founder and Creative Director of Girl in Heels Travels. She is also an on-camera host and coach who helps entrepreneurs amplify their brands and businesses through video. Learn how to reduce nervousness, meditate, prep, and more. Understand that first impressions matter the most. Start by being confident today!
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Being aligned with not just the C-suite but with all employees, across all levels, is important. Did you know that a millennial will stay at a company for an average of between six and 12 months? People these days want to do something that has a purpose. They want to work for someone who cares about them and has great leadership. Join your hosts Sam Reeve & Char Miller as they talk to Kimberly Arnold on what it takes to achieve alignment in an organization. Kimberly is the CEO of Escalate Solutions. She is also an advisor/consultant to Waypoint Ventures. Learn why everyone in a company needs to be in alignment, from employee to stakeholder. Align with your team today so you can accomplish your company’s mission!
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The past couple of years have sparked a digital disruption in the HR realm. One of the key areas impacted by this is leadership development. In today’s episode, Meredith Masse of Innovate. Coach. Consult. (ICC) dives deep and shares valuable insight on the topic. She joins the panel with Sam Reeve, Char Miller, and Jules to give strategies you can implement to help drive the growth of your leaders and employees while adapting to new technologies in the space. In addition, Meredith shares new methods and tactics for the new wave of modern learners in the workforce. Learn more about the current trends in training and development by tuning in!
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It is not enough to hire people who can fill in the job you need in this day and age. You also have to find the right competency and behavior to go with the skills they offer. In this episode, Char Miller and Sam Reeve sit down with an expert in the hiring space. They talk to Monte George, the Owner and Founder of The Recruiting Network, about hiring for the right competencies and behaviors. How has recruiting changed over time? Where do we start in aligning expectations and goals within the organization and the people in it? What does the hiring process look like? What competencies are important now? Monte answers these questions and more, revealing the key things every leader and recruiter needs to know to find the people fit for the job and can stay long-term.
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Most companies are adopting a remote workforce to increase their talent reach and adapt to employees' demands. But how do you structure compensation for a global team? Char Miller, Sumit Singla, and Jules turn the mic over to Sam Reeve in this episode. Sam is the CEO and Founder of CompTeam. His core focus is leading companies through transformational change by optimizing talent initiatives with reward programs to achieve long-term strategic objectives. Today, he shares the different compensation strategies used by companies as we advance to a future where working anywhere will be the inevitable norm. Join in on the conversation to learn all about them!
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Business has changed ever since the pandemic. In this environment, people have to be agile. Agile teams can only be created if there is a culture driven by leadership that’s aligned with your talent management system. To learn more about agile talent management, join your hosts Sam Reeve and Char Miller as they talk to André Blom, the CEO of TMA International. André believes in sustainable adaptability by utilizing talent potential. Everyone has natural talent. They just need the right environment and culture to sustain it.
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Being a leader at the C-suite is no easy task. And that is why executive leaders shouldn’t be afraid to ask for help. Peter Tuybens of TICkA is here to share unconventional methods to boost energy at the C-suite. With Jules as moderator, join Char Miller & Sam Reeve as they get into a fun and informative discussion on leadership. Peter shares anecdotes from his experience coaching companies and shares the strategies that worked. If your executive leaders need some revitalizing, this episode is a must! Tune in to learn creative new ways to build trust and foster transparency within your team!
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Organizations used to fear work-from-home back in the day. But it has been 15 months since people have started working from home and productivity is at an all-time high. With vaccines being rolled out, the time to transition back into the office is near. What can business owners do to help ease that transition and still have that flexibility? Char Miller and Sam Reeve talk to Erin Greilick on the future of working from anywhere. Erin is an organizational effectiveness consultant. She is the Senior Consultant of CMA Global. Listen in and learn how to still create those in-person connections at work while still having the ability to work independently. Discover how working from home will change the future of business when it comes to workspaces, meetings, and just about anything.
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A high performer equipped with the appropriate skills can still encounter failure by being ignorant of emotional intelligence. Not knowing how to approach sales deals with the right attitude and feelings, you may find yourself simply resorting to a flight-or-fight response. Colleen Stanley, President and Co-Founder of Sales Leadership, Inc., joins the conversation to discuss how to avoid this and hone effective sales leadership skills. She explains the power of delayed gratification and focusing on the actual things that matter to achieve success in this regard. Colleen also explains how to hire team members who pursue consistent growth, handle those with negative behaviors in the workplace, and finally let go of people who are just not cutting it.
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No one can remain in a business position forever, as they will eventually look for other opportunities or finally retire. Despite this inevitable truth, most companies and organizations still don't give much attention to the succession plans they are implementing. Sumit Singla leads the conversation about making this process more about individual skills and workplace cultures to secure business continuity and pursue actual professional development. He discusses why companies should be proactive in promoting people within the team than venturing outside in search of new talents. Sumit also explains how to utilize the TMA Talent Assessment to develop better succession plans and push every team member to know themselves better.
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The true asset of an organization is talent. To succeed, nailing talent management is essential. Sam Reeve's guests in this episode are:
● André Blom, the CEO of TMA International
● Jorge Martínez, the CEO of Arancione
● Maria del Pilar Martinez, the Co-Owner of Arancione
● Peter Tuybens, the Senior Coach at TICkA, Tick Your Talent
● Andreas Fritsch, a Managing Director and Partner of Fritsch Consulting.
Join in the International Talent Management Workshop to discover how to manage and develop talent in your organization. There is no organizational development without personal development. So learning how to respect individual diversity is essential. When individuals feel they're giving something of value to the team, they're inspired to be loyal and to go the extra mile. You wouldn't want to miss this episode. Tune in!
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After 2020, everyone has gotten used to the flexibility of their work-life balance. So now that people are going back to their offices, they want a great workplace where they can just be their very best and stay motivated. In this episode, Sumit Singla and Sam Reeve talk about creating the right workplace environment. They share their thoughts on what motivates people to work, whether it's the vision, personal value, or both. Learn why the hiring process is important for any business because having a mismatch of ideologies will cause chaos. Find out what it takes to make a great workplace so that everyone can motivate each other to be their very best.
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The pandemic forced all of us to adapt to a work environment that we never imagined—working remotely. How do leaders effectively adapt to such a change and still manage a high-performing team? Today, we will be turning over the mic to one of our panelists Char Miller to speak with some of her team members at Rocky Mountain Health Advocates. Joining her are Director Susan Venters and Executive Assistant Melissa Taylor. They discuss what strategies and tools, such as the TMA method, allowed them to manage and develop their current employees and expand their team while adapting to remote work. Listen in for great advice on how leaders should think when it comes to their organization.
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What are you doing in your business that’s keeping it sailing smoothly? Do you have core values that could drive change and elevate your leadership for success? Restore confidence and be the best leader you can be. If you’re looking for ways to provide more value in your organization, then you have to listen to Lisa Jackson, the President of Corporate Culture Pros. In this episode, she shares valuable insights on how you could bring a strong culture to your business. She discusses the core values she has that benefit everyone. Tune in to learn how to improve, execute effective leadership strategies, management practices, and overcome challenges!
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Be a shaper. Be someone who has the ability to craft their own career. Don't just be stuck in doing one thing. Find your purpose, wear many hats, and enjoy your job. If you want to be an influencer or a coach on the side, go for it! Find your meaning with your hosts Sam Reeve, Char Miller, and Sumit Singla, and their guest Jonas Altman. Jonas is a coach, author, speaker, and is the founder of Social Fabric. Join in today's episode to learn more about his newest book, Shapers. Learn how to discover your passions so that you can shape your life. There is no point in life if you're not enjoying what you do each and every day. Listen in and become a shaper today!
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How do you increase employee performance? By using career architecture. Sam Reeve’s guest today is Wendy Graham Settle, a Dynamic Learning and Development Professional with a passion for Marketing Communications. Wendy talks with Sam about how you need to create a vision of how your new talent can contribute to your company. The only way to do that is to look at your organizational structure to determine what positions you need to fill. Then use assessment tools to understand your employee’s talents and interests to match them with the fitting job description. If you’re passionate about increasing employee performance, you’d want to listen to this episode. Tune in!
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The success or failure of a business often hinges on whether or not you choose and hire good people. You need to have a process in place that lets you identify these people and get them hired. In this episode, Sam Reeve, Char Miller and Jules talk to the founder of A-List Interviews and creator of the Response Analysis System, Beth Smith. Beth talks about the process of identifying the right people and how to get these people on board. Learn more about HR and hiring secrets by tuning in.
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Networking might sound like a dirty word for many of us. It sounds transactional, salesy, even sleazy, but it isn’t. Professional networking is a vital skill if you want to keep business relationships whole and viable. So what does it look like? Sam, Jules and Char discuss this with career transition coach, Greg Roche. Greg talks about losing his job and starting from scratch, and how he rebuilt his career using his professional network. Tune in for more networking strategies in this special episode.
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In order to maximize performance in the workplace, people need to thrive in it first. They can't thrive if there is no diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Diversity in the workplace doesn't only mean race. It can mean gender, sexuality, or anything that is a non-dominant social identity. Learn how to diversify your workplace as a leader with your hosts Sam Reeve, Char Miller, and Sumit Singla. Join them as they talk to Dr. Dena Samuels about diversity, implicit bias, microaggressions, and more. Dena is a mindfulness-based diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant that helps companies with workplace diversity. Learn what bias is and why people have it. Discover how to deal with microaggressions so that it doesn't become a bigger issue. And learn how to make a diversity equity and inclusion strategic plan for your company. Learn all of that and more in today's episode with Dr. Dena Samuels.
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When you get hired for a new position, first impressions matter. This is why the onboarding process is so important to any business. You want to make that person feel like they made the right decision to choose your company. Wendy Graham is here to talk more about onboarding, whether it be in-person or virtual. Wendy is a dynamic learning and development professional with a passion for marketing. She helps small and large companies implement, manage, and train HR systems. Listen in as she talks to Sam Reeve, Char Miller, & Sumit Singla about the importance of onboarding and what the latest trends are.
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The post-pandemic world demands a new normal and a new way of talent management. With the massive changes in how we do business unfolding, we need decisive leadership to pave the way for our employees. In this episode, Char Miller and Sam Reeve discuss the rapid changes the new normal is bringing to the world of business and talent management. We learn about the TMA method and how this will revolutionize talent management and HR practices. Tune in for more on how HR is disrupting the business world with new concepts for managing talent.
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