People Strategy Forum

Unlock your full potential and achieve your goals as a leader! Join us on the People Strategy Forum as we welcome Julie Miller Davis , productivity expert and founder of JMD Productivity Training.  Julie shares powerful strategies to:  Set clear goals and prioritize effectively. Break down large tasks and manage your time efficiently. Recharge and avoid burnout for sustained success. Discover prac...

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...

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-...

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...

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...

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 bein...

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 sel...

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 ho...

Today’s spotlight is on maximizing healthcare savings through data-driven benefits, which is crucial for any business striving for efficiency and employee satisfaction. We're joined by Kristen Russel, the visionary behind Fall River Employee Benefits, a firm revolutionizing how Colorado front-range employers approach health benefits. Kristen shares how a blend of competitive analysis, plan de...

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 delegat...

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...

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...

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 advoc...

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, and Adam 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...

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 s...

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 uncerta...

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 brain...

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 em...

.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 meth...

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 21 st 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...

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...

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 kn...

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...

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 eve...

 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 line...