Summary: Joseph Varner, Chief People Officer at Woodside Homes, shares his insights on building a culture of development within organizations. He emphasizes the importance of leadership commitment, fostering a growth mindset, continuous feedback, and change management. By aligning these pillars, organizations can drive employee engagement, reduce turnover, and create pathways for growth and advancement. Varner's approach involves executive buy-in, piloting initiatives, and creating feedback loops to ensure success. Ultimately, development is the key to attracting and retaining top talent and d ..read more

Summary: In this episode, Dr. Jim interviews Rachel Kleban, VP of People at OpenPhone, about best practices for getting people ready to lead. Rachel emphasizes the importance of intentionality and curiosity in leadership development. She suggests creating a culture that values curiosity and asking good questions at every level of the organization. Rachel also shares a powerful activity she implemented called "Tell Me Anything" to foster listening and build trust within the leadership team. Tune in to learn more about cultivating curiosity and active listening skills in aspiring leaders. Key Ta ..read more

Summary: In this episode, Dr. Jim interviews Tony Jamous, CEO of Oyster, about building high-performance teams and developing the next generation of leaders. Tony shares his experience as an immigrant and the importance of creating a hyper-diverse and fully distributed organization. He emphasizes the need for leaders to be empathetic and connected to their teams, as well as the importance of aligning individual actions with the company's mission. Listeners will gain valuable insights on talent strategy and leadership development in a global context. Tune in to learn more! Key Takeaways: Globa ..read more

Summary: In this episode, Dr. Jim and Katya Laviolette, Chief People Officer of 1Password, discuss leadership readiness and building a leadership pipeline. They emphasize the importance of asking individuals why they want to be leaders and debunk the myth that career progression must follow a vertical ladder. Instead, they advocate for a lattice-like career path that allows for lateral moves and skill development. They also address the challenge of aligning talent priorities across the organization and the role of the executive team in owning and calibrating top talent. Tune in for valuable in ..read more

Summary: Janine Yancey, CEO of Emtrain, joins Dr. Jim to discuss getting your people ready to lead. Janine shares her experience as an employment lawyer and how it shaped her approach to building a successful organization. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the why behind each team member's goals and needs, and how leaders can cultivate a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. Janine also addresses the challenges of peer-to-peer coaching and offers strategies for overcoming resistance. Tune in to gain valuable insights on developing leaders within your organization. Key ..read more

Summary: Dr. Jim interviews Bryan Power, Head of People at Nextdoor, about getting people ready to lead. They discuss the importance of feedback and how leaders can create a culture of kind and candid feedback. Bryan shares Nextdoor's feedback loop program, which allows team members to give and receive feedback in a structured and facilitated way. This program has been successful in helping teams reset and improve their working relationships. Tune in to learn more about building high-performing teams and developing effective leaders. Key Takeaways: Effective and fast-track leadership developm ..read more

Summary: Join Dr. Jim as he chats with Jenny do Forno, Chief People Officer at Touch Bistro, about getting your people ready to lead. They discuss the challenges of connecting the dots between strategy and execution as organizations grow, and share best practices for building leaders within your organization. Jenny emphasizes the importance of role clarity and setting expectations, even in resource-constrained environments. She also highlights the value of early conversations, job shadowing, and mentoring to prepare future leaders. Tune in for valuable insights on developing a strong leadershi ..read more

Summary: In this episode our host Dr. Jim sits down with Brittany Burton at HR Transform in Las Vegas to delve into the nuances of talent strategy within high-growth organizations. Theirdiscussion covers the gamut from cultivating hidden leadership potential to adapting HR practices in rapidly evolving business landscapes. Brittany underscores the importance of recognizing and nurturing emergent leaders within a company, especially in the fertile ground of start-ups. She offers a compelling narrative on how identifying and developing these individuals is essential for innovation and growth, em ..read more

Summary: Dr. Jim interviews Regina Ross, Chief People and Culture Officer at Khan Academy, about getting people ready to lead. Regina shares her non-traditional HR background and how it shaped her people strategy. She emphasizes the importance of investing time in developing and coaching new leaders, even in a fast-paced business environment. Practical tips include establishing ground rules, having regular one-on-ones, and creating individual development plans. Regina also encourages individual contributors to drive their own development by setting the agenda and discussing their aspirations w ..read more

Summary: Episode 200 is the premiere of season 3 of the podcast and signifies some significant changes in the show. Dr. Jim and CT discuss the podcast's progress and outline plans for season 3, focusing on expanding leadership topics beyond HR. They summarize key lessons from past episodes and acknowledge the contributions of guests and listeners. Dr. Jim and CT highlight important topics from earlier episodes, such as the crucial role of managers in HR, the necessity of leadership training before managing teams, and the significant impact of strategic leadership on a company's success. They e ..read more