The People Strategy Podcast provides an ongoing coaching experience that the C-suite can leverage to align their people to more effectively execute the business strategy. The show challenges leaders to create a talent strategy roadmap that will increase profits and boost employee engagement. Host, Traci Austin, invites purpose-driven leaders to join her for deep-dive conversations on present challenges across the employee lifecycle. Listeners walk away with insights and strategic action step ...
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Episode 184: Empowerment and Accountability: The Growth Equation
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Matt Sunshine is the Managing Partner and CEO of The Center for Sales Strategy, a sales performance consulting company helping B2B organizations attract, retain, and develop the highest performing salespeople. Matt developed and launched the company’s inbound marketing division, LeadG2, which helps businesses establish thought leadership and lower …
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Episode 183: [Team Retention] Mastering the Performance Review
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Traci Austin is the Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, a certified woman-owned HR firm. As an HR professional and chief strategy consultant, she has over two decades of experience creating and building HR departments for small businesses. Traci specializes in employee development, consulting, and coaching and creates fulf…
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Episode 182: (Team Retention) The Trust Equation: Building Better Engagement Through Gratitude
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Traci Austin is the Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, a certified woman-owned HR firm. As an HR professional and chief strategy consultant, she has over two decades of experience creating and building HR departments for small businesses. Traci specializes in employee development, consulting, and coaching and creates fulf…
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Episode 181: Building Connection and Community in Virtual Teams
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Jenna Spencer is the Founder and CEO of AssistPro®, a virtual assistant matching and delegation coaching service. Since founding the company, she has helped hundreds of clients delegate and develop their executive assistants into leaders. Under Jenna’s leadership, AssistPro® has grown more than 50% each year since its founding, leading her to launc…
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Episode 180: (Team Retention) Crafting Talent Pathway Plans That Work
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Traci Austin is the Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, a certified woman-owned HR firm. As an HR professional and chief strategy consultant, she has over two decades of experience creating and building HR departments for small businesses. Traci specializes in employee development, consulting, and coaching and creates fulf…
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Episode 179: (Team Retention) The WHY Factor: How Intentional Goals Drive Success
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Traci Austin is the Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, a certified woman-owned HR firm. As an HR professional and chief strategy consultant, she has over two decades of experience creating and building HR departments for small businesses. Traci specializes in employee development, consulting, and coaching and creates fulf…
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Episode 178: (Team Retention) The Power of Trust: Key Ingredients for Effective Teamwork
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Episode 177: (Team Retention) Onboarding Your New Employee To Optimize Team Performance
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Episode 176: Brian Confer on Building Resiliency in Times of Change Management
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Brian Confer is the Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Capturely, which offers professional headshots tailored to corporate clients. With experience in the B2B, professional services, and technology sectors, he helps founders and their companies scale and establish market dominance. Brian is also a TEDx speaker and holds an executive MBA. In th…
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Episode 175: (Team Retention) The Evolution of Job Structures: Flexibility and Innovation
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Jennifer Loper is the President of C3, a family and children brand marketing and design agency. As a marketing and communications leader, she has over 30 years of experience working with corporate brands in the restaurant, hospitality, and retail industries. Jennifer is also a board member of the Unleashed Brands Foundation, a charitable organizati…
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Episode 174: (Team Retention) Crafting a Magnetic Employee Value Proposition
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Traci Austin is the Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, a certified woman-owned HR firm. As an HR professional and chief strategy consultant, she has over two decades of experience creating and building HR departments for small businesses. Traci specializes in employee development, consulting, and coaching and creates fulf…
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Episode 173: Strategic Hiring: Unlocking Organizational Growth
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Episode 172: Impact of Appreciation at Work with Dr. Paul White
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Dr. Paul White is a psychologist, speaker, consultant, and coauthor of The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace. For over 20 years, he has assisted organizations in creating positive work environments and communicating authentic appreciation. Dr. White has spoken about improving work-based relationships in North America, Europe, Central …
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Ep 171: Gaining Confidence and Competence in First Times
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From onboarding new hires to building a culture of accountability, Traci Austin delves into the intricacies of leadership in this special solo episode of the People Strategy Podcast. Traci, the Chief Strategy Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, shares her top three insights from her conversation with Adam Gruszcynski from Potawatomi Bingo and Ca…
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Ep 170: People Strategy Insights Into Action with Adam Gruszcynski
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From IT director to strategic innovator, Adam Gruszcynski the IT Director at Potawatomi Casino Hotel, has masterfully reinvented the onboarding process and organizational culture within his team. Adam joins host Traci Austin, as he shares his transformative journey in implementing an Employee Value Proposition (EVP) strategy that significantly attr…
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Ep 169: Impact of Team Coaching with Tom Mahoney
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From the classroom to the superintendent's office, Dr. Tom Mahoney has charted a transformative journey through the educational landscape, drawing on deep personal and professional experiences. Currently steering the Oregon School District towards innovative educational practices, Tom joins host Traci Austin on the People Strategy Podcast to explor…
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Ep 168: Team Coaching Outcomes to Transform Organizational Culture with Brad Zimmerman and Tom Willis
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From personal development workshops to influential education leaders, Brad Zimmerman and Tom Willis have carved impactful paths in transforming organizational culture especially within school districts. On the People Strategy Podcast with host Traci Austin, they share vital insights into the art of coaching, emphasizing the significance of listenin…
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Ep 167: Cultivating a Culture of Inclusiveness with CEO Bryan Wolff
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From investing to innovating in employee engagement, Bryan Wolff has mastered the art of cultivating inclusive workplaces where every voice is heard. As the President of AllVoices, an employee relations platform, Bryan joins Traci Austin on The People Strategy Podcast to reveal the significance of fostering environments where employees feel safe an…
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Ep 166: Unleashing Potential with Technology Strategies with Ben Mones
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Step into the world of innovation as we chat with Ben Mones, the visionary CEO and founder of Fama. In this electrifying episode, Ben and host Traci Austin explore the dynamic fusion of technology and human potential in the workplace. Ben captivates us with his profound insights, revealing how strategic use of technology can amplify professional ef…
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Ep 165: Creating a Psychologically Safe Workplace with Jessica Bensch
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Jessica Bensch is a renowned advocate for workplace culture transformation and is currently building a not-for-profit global movement (Vanguard Voices) on the topic of psychological safety. In this episode, Jessica and host Traci Austin discuss psychological safety and open dialogue. Jessica artfully underscores the necessity for a holistic approac…
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Ep 164: Intentionally Using AI in Communication to Build Employee Trust with Tarek Kamil
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Tarek Kamil, CEO and Founder of an internal communication software, Cerkl, is passionate about using AI and big data to transform how organizations communicate, engage, and understand their audiences. In this episode, Tarek draws parallels between Netflix's personalized content delivery and the need for similarly tailored communication in the workp…
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Ep 163: Impact of Job Clarity in the First 90 Days with Traci Austin
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In this episode, host Traci Austin discusses the importance of clarity in defining roles and expectations for new employees. She shares valuable insights on aligning goals, behaviors, and core values when hiring and managing talent. Her compelling story about the challenges and successes of hiring a marketing coordinator, shed light on the signific…
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Ep 162: Authenticity and AI in Recruitment with Chris Allaire
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Chris Allaire, CEO of staffing firm Averity, is passionate about recruiting people for the right role. With extensive expertise in blending technology with human-centric recruiting, Chris articulates the essence of authentically relevant and clear communication within today’s dynamic hiring landscapes. In this episode, Chris and host Traci Austin d…
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Ep 161: Power of 'Think Weeks' in Empowering Your Team with Jeff Mould
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Jeff Mould, once a reluctant leader has gracefully embraced the mantle of leadership as president and CEO of Stoney Creek . Alongside host Traci Austin, he delves into the perks of a “think week,” aimed at personal and professional rejuvenation. In this episode, Jeff unravels the efficacy of positive tension at the strategic table, the EOS model's …
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Ep 160: Impact of Your BIG WHY on Your People Strategy with Byron Low
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Navigating the 'big why' of business with precision and insight is at the heart of this episode featuring Byron Low, a predictive index partner and seasoned coach committed to refining organizational culture. Together, Byron and host Traci Austin unpack the symbiotic relation between personal purpose and its potent ability to drive team inspiration…
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Ep 159: Turning Complaints into Requests with Traci Austin
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Traci Austin has seen the power of listening to employee complaints and turning them into opportunities for growth and transformation first hand. In this epsiode, she discusses strategies and techniques to empower employees to come up with solutions rather than just expressing frustrations. She highlights the significance of creating an environment…
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Ep 158: Nurturing Individual Potential with Jonathan Reynolds
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Navigating the intricacies of leadership and the vitality of people strategy, Jonathan Reynolds, CEO of Titus Talent Strategies, brings his compelling philosophy to the People Strategy Podcast. In a rich discussion with host Traci Austin, Jonathan illuminates the path to discovering and nurturing individual potential within an organizational framew…
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Ep 157: Second Chances in the Workplace with Michelle Cirocco
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Transitioning from incarceration to corporate leadership, Michelle Cirocco has forged a unique and impactful career trajectory, demonstrating the transformative power of meaningful employment. As the CEO of Televerde Foundation, Michelle actively champions the cause of providing employment, training, and educational opportunities to incarcerated wo…
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Ep 156: People-First HR with Tina-Marie Wohlfield
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Tina-Marie Wohlfield believes nobody should ever feel isolated in their missteps; instead, she advocates for a culture where individuals are encouraged to share their journey, including the pitfalls. In this episode, Tina-Marie and Traci discuss her insights as a rehabilitation strategist, emphasizing the critical need for a culture that leverages …
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Ep 155: Communication Clarity as a People Strategy with Coye Harrett
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In this episode of the People Strategy Podcast, Coye Harrett, president and owner of Prairie Rivet, shares his insights on expanding a business and putting customers first with Traci. Coye talks about his strategies to allow key people to have decision-making authority and creativity to get the job done in the best way possible. By letting go of th…
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Ep 154: Identifying Your People Strategy with Traci Austin
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In this episode of the People Strategy Podcast host, Traci Austin, shares a real-life example of working with a rapidly growing renewable energy company, highlighting the importance of aligning business goals with a clear people strategy roadmap. She emphasizes the significance of believing in the attainability of goals, defining what "winning" loo…
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Ep 153: Merging Organizational Values with AI with Drew Fortin
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A philosopher at heart, Drew Fortin, posits that decisions are akin to the vital currency that propels development forward. In this episode of the People Strategy Podcast, Drew and Traci explore the fascinating intersection of mission, vision, values (MVV), and the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence. With nearly two decades of experien…
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Ep 152: Operating Systems as a People Strategy with Andreas Dankelmann
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On today's episode of the People Strategy Podcast, we have a captivating conversation with guest Andreas Dankelmann, from FifthAscent. He joins Traci Austin to delve into the world of organizational leadership as they explore how to elevate people and organizations through a people strategy roadmap. Andreas shares his insights on implementing predi…
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Ep 151: Creating an Employee Evolution with Charlie Saffro
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Charlie Saffro is not just the founder of CS Recruiting, a company known for excellence in logistics, transportation, and supply chain recruitment—it's a company that lives and breathes its values. From making a difference to celebrating success and doing what's right, Charlie breaks down how these principles are not just platitudes, but actions th…
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In today's episode, Traci Austin reflects on the year 2023 and the importance of goal setting. She shares her personal experiences with setting and achieving goals, emphasizing the significance of reflecting on the impact and outcomes of these goals. Traci provides valuable insights into the "SMARTY" goal format and how it can be applied to both pe…
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Ep 149: It’s Not About the Pump, it’s About the People w/Rob Grady
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Rob Grady is a passionate and insightful leader of a top-tier hydronics rep firm that prides itself on serving better than anyone else. He joins Traci Austin to dive deep into the people-first culture that Rob fosters at Mulcahy, exploring how empowering and supporting their team has been pivotal in driving growth and meeting customer needs. They d…
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Re-Release: Multiple Competing Priorities w/Traci Austin
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There are times where we, as leaders and as employees, get frustrated with being asked to complete a specific task, and then being asked to complete another for an individual inside of the organization at the exact same time. During these moments it can be difficult to decide what is the top priority and what isn’t. Today I examine how to face thes…
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Ep 148: Start with Loving Your People w/Marcia Barnes
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Marcia Barnes has a knack for rallying people together. Widely recognized for her enthusiasm and strategic mindset, she champions growth not merely as a goal but as an essential ingredient to nurturing talent and ensuring her team members have a vibrant pathway to flourish within Valve and Meter. Her story is one of passion intertwined with the pra…
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Ep 147: Building a Culture of Passion and Strategy with Matthew Schneider
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Matthew Schneider is a visionary entrepreneur deeply rooted in his middle-class upbringing. Fueled by a passion for financial inclusivity, Matthew has risen as a champion of change, setting out to bridge the chasm that separates the middle class from the powerful currents of capital growth. Traci and Matthew dive deep into the alignment between org…
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Ep 146: The 5 Languages of Appreciation at Work
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With Thanksgiving soon approaching, today's episode is designed to share the importance of gratitude. Traci Austin explores the power of gratitude and its impact on employee engagement, health, and the bottom line. This episode shares the Five Languages of Appreciation, including Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Acts of Service, Gifts, and even …
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In this episode, Traci Austin will be discussing the importance of getting to know your people incredibly well and creating an environment that allows them to thrive. We'll explore how implementing systems and processes can sometimes hinder productivity instead of enhancing it, and why building strong relationships and trust within your organizatio…
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Ep 144: How to Create Fulfilling Work - Traci Austin on Gut + Science
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On this episode, Traci Austin, Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting joins Nikki to discuss the importance of fulfilling work and the ripple effect it has on individuals and communities. Together, they break down the concept of "holding space" as a coaching skill and how it empowers individuals to problem-solve on their own. Traci also…
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Re-Release: How to Implement Talent Optimization in Your Business with Matt Poepsel
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Matt Poepsel is known as “The Godfather of Talent Optimization." Vice President of Partner Growth for The Predictive Index, Matt has a very interesting background in becoming a people leader in organizations, which led him to creating the framework of “talent optimization.” Today he joins the show to explain what talent optimization is and how to i…
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The People Strategy Podcast provides an ongoing coaching experience that the C-suite can leverage to align their people to more effectively execute the business strategy. The show challenges leaders to create a talent strategy roadmap that will increase profits and boost employee engagement. Host, Traci Austin, invites purpose-driven leaders to joi…
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Re-Release: Implementing Talent Optimization into Your Business with April Moldenhauer
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We speak on the subject of talent optimization within organizations quite often on this podcast, and this is something we often help other organizations implement, as well. The use of proper talent optimization within a company can make a huge difference in its success. So, in this episode, we will be speaking with April Moldenhauer, Human Resource…
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Re-Release: Leading a Self-Managing Team with Mike Zani
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To grow a business, there’s no way around delegation. If you hold all of the responsibility in your own hands, you can’t scale at a desired rate. In order to grow your business and see the success you are working towards, you need to help your employees play on their strengths and take some responsibility. No one knows this topic better than Mike Z…
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Re-Release: Solve Turnover in the First 90 Days with Sam Kloppmann
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Turnover Problems in the first 90 days? On today’s show we talk about the importance of slowing down to speed up in hiring and retaining the right staff in the first 90 days of employment. There is an impact on supervisors and staff when turnover in the first 90 days is extremely high. When this problem is fixed, Human Resources gains credibility a…
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What's really important about gratitude? It's sharing very specifically what it is that another has done that you you're grateful for. Here's a couple of statistics, 93% of employees who reported feeling valued so that they are motivated to do their best work. Feeling valued comes from that gratitude from others. 88% of employees who reported feeli…
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EP 142: How to create talent pathway plans inside your organization
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When we talk about the story of how we got to where we are right now, so many was by accident but we found that thing that we liked, and we kept going. When we can get folks excited about what they love to do and have that heart, that passion for it, because what we know is that when we're passionate about something, and we understand the why behin…
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EP 141: Hiring to win in today's competitive market
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What we're specifically digging into within this specific conference is, how do we hire in a way that allows us to bring in the best quality candidates? And how do we ensure that we keep them over the long term. Understand the Job Role: Every job has a need. Yet, not every leader in the organization is on the same page for what the job is and what …
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