How I Turned The Corner

Juliet Starrett is an entrepreneur, attorney, author, and podcaster. She is the co-founder and CEO of The Ready State Inc, which has pioneered musculoskeletal self-care and recovery. She is also the former co-founder and CEO of San Francisco CrossFit, one of the first 50 CrossFit affiliates.  Juliet is also the co-author of the Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Deskbound and co-host of The Ready Sta...

Caleb Avery, CEO of Tilled believes “if you're just trying to compete on salary, you've really already lost. You have to have a mission and a vision and values in the organization that make you a destination that employees want to come to.” His experience has shown him that it’s profitable to create an environment where people want to come work. As a leader, he invests in professional de...

You run an organization that is driven by mission, and you want to build a culture that empowers employees at every level to be engaged so they can serve at the highest level. But how do you marry mission and culture while still accomplishing everything that needs to be done practically on a daily basis, including recruiting and, training & development? In this episode, Perry LaRoque Ph. D. sh...

How do you create a flexible business that meets the needs of a multi-generational business while inheriting a 130-year-old mission and culture? That was the challenge Nicole Gann faced when she became the new CEO of Juliette Fowler Communities. Nicole’s experience and leadership lessons will be valuable to you if you are stepping into a new role or working to turn the corner in your existing busi...

To build a strong talent pipeline, you must give people more than just proper compensation. They must also get a sense of belongingness and an opportunity to work in a healthy environment. John Aikin joins Kendra Prospero to share how they hired interns to create a pool of talented individuals in their company,Web Canopy. He explains how they gauge team performance, put core values into action, an...

We have always been accustomed to thinking that the most important thing for companies is to generate returns for their stakeholders. This cannot be so far from the truth. Phil Tee , the CEO and co-founder of Moogsoft , has long believed that the single most important thing is the people in the business. In this episode, he joins Kendra Prospero to tell us why this is so. Be unapologetic about how...

When you walk the talk on leadership management, you inspire others to do the same. In this episode, Vikas Khorana , president of Ntooitive Digital, talks about the experiences that led him to become a good leader, and how he’s still learning to be better every day. We all need people who are invested in our success, and this episode will help us identify the right people to work with and become t...

Every first-time CEO is going to have imposter syndrome at first. It’s a difficult task to go from working for someone else to being the boss. This is exactly what the CEO of AgileSherpas, Andrea Fryrearfelt when she transitioned from employee to CEO. Join Kendra as she talks to Andrea Fryrear about how she dealt with the imposter syndrome of being a first-time CEO. Discover how she grew her busin...

Of course, most businesses aim to become huge companies with a huge employee base. But how can we really scale that employee number? In this episode, Kevin Miller shares how creating a caring culture within the work environment makes employees want to stay and therefore becomes an effective strategy for growing your business’ workforce. Tune in and learn how caring for your employees' holisti...

If you want to grow your business, start with your team management and culture. Trying to steer a ship that is poorly aligned in those aspects can lead to the downfall of your company. Join Kendra Prospero as she talks to the Founder of Fluid Truck , James Eberhard , about the importance of management training. Discover why you need to start hiring and training the right people so that you can dev...

The pandemic has forced almost all businesses to shift to online work setups. This has been a continuous struggle as it affects the team’s dynamic, the business's growth, and even the individuals’ welfare. In this episode, serial entrepreneur, published author, and board advisor Yosh Eisbart shares his experience in the online setup and how he found a way to successfully collaborate with remo...

The best solution to reduce a high turnover rate is to build a workplace culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. Kendra Prospero talks with Brad Weber , who shares how they nurture a career-driven and inclusive working environment at InspiringApps . He explains the positive response he gets from his team as he provides them with opportunities for professional growth in non-traditional...

If you want to secure a successful organizational expansion, you need to have a strong growth mindset. Michael Thatcher joins Kendra Prospero to share how this mindset helped them bring their company to the next level. He explains how they made Charity Navigator the nation's largest and most utilized independent evaluator of charities. Michael discusses how they expanded to 15 states, acquire...

A professional coach is not just for people who feel lost or unaccomplished. It's also for anyone who wants to unlock their full potential and achieve their goals with confidence. In this episode, Jill Ellsworth, Founder and CEO Willow Industries, shares her experience in getting a coach. She reflects on how it impacted her work performance and personal relationships in the most positive ways...

An increase in turnover is alarming for businesses because it causes struggle in backfilling those jobs. How can you meet your customers' needs if you don't have enough people to work? That's not the case with our guest, Rachel Johnson, who shares some ideas to improve employee experience. She spends her precious time with her employees to show that she cares. Tune in to this insigh...

Going from seven employees to twenty-five is an exciting part of any organization's journey. However, it's also one you need to tread carefully so as not to disturb your company's existing culture and environment. Here to share tips on how to scale culture quickly is Anthony Halsch . Anthony is the Founder and CEO of ROXBOX Containers , a Denver-based manufacturer of modular buildin...

Scaling culture is vital to keep your team in line, but it is significantly hard when your company is growing. Gene Fay , the CEO at ThreatX , provides insights to help entrepreneurs cope with this workplace challenge by taking steps to enhance their culture. Having a defined culture is essential. Living those values should be the company's starting point. Tune in to learn how you can reinfor...

Traditionally, the hiring process has been about finding the best and the brightest employees and conducting a rigorous onboarding and training process to ensure they meet the company standards. But what if there is a better way? It's a competitive advantage to hire smart people and then trust them to do their jobs! And that is what Kelsey Raymond talks about today. Kelsey is the CEO of Influ...

Are you developing a great culture within your organization, or are you just managing it to generate revenue? Be focused on your people because they are the key to your success. Listen to your host Kendra Prospero as she sits down for a conversation with Mike Beckham about a unique leadership style that creates a great culture and quality of life for its people. Mike Beckham is co-founder and CEO...

Experience is the best teacher. And as we go through life, we learn as much from our mistakes as we do from our successes. We may pay a high price for our wrong choices, but we gain valuable knowledge along the way. But what if somebody already went through all that trouble, and instead of going through that pain ourselves, we can learn from their mistakes? In this episode, David Roberson , CEO of...

It's easy to get to your destination when you row in the same direction. Mike Betzer, the CEO of Hypergiant, shares insights on building trust within your team and driving performance by listening. //WHEN YOU’RE READY, HERE’S HOW WE CAN HELP YOU// TAKE THE FREE 5-MINUTE EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT ASSESSMENT https://turningthecornerHR.com/quiz SCHEDULE A CALL WITH A HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT https:/...

Developing certain practices can be difficult depending on the workplace environment. So, how do you build a unified culture in a manufacturing environment? Today, Saloni Doshi shares her insights on the subject. Saloni is the CEO and Chief Sustainability Officer at EcoEnclose , the world's most innovative provider of sustainable shipping solutions for e-commerce brands. Tune in as she shares...

There is no single blueprint for success in building a business. However, there are certain key components that all businesses need to succeed. Too often, founders find a problem that needs solving. And that was certainly the case for our guest Hayden Wadsworth , the CEO and Co-Founder of HydroJug . About five years ago, he noticed that other gym members had milk jugs for water. These jugs are not...

Being the CEO of a startup is a unique leadership experience, and it comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. As the head of a young company, you are tasked with growing your business and inspiring and motivating employees. Our guest today built a business from the ground up, found employees, cash, and clients, and has turned the corner into a business that is thriving. Char Hu  is the CE...

Your company lives and dies by your culture. Your core values need to show up in everything that you do. Vic Drabicky , the Founder and CEO of January Digital , puts culture front and center, even in their hiring process. Today, Vic talks about scaling your company culture and treating everyone with respect. Learn how he adapted his leadership style through COVID and discover the hiring process be...