The People Strategy Podcast
197 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsThe 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 steps to move them and their people forward. Episodes are ideal for Human Resource and Executive Level Managers to better understand how to create a strategy to serve their organization best.
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EP 136: Talent Pathway Planning with Steve Van Remortel
August 10, 2023 15:13 - 24 minutes - 26.8 MBWe put a talent plan around the number one issue that really limits our growth, and where we spend most of our time. Talent planning works upstream to resolve and really take advantage of people related issues or opportunities before they impact your business, not afterwards. Talent planning really helps you be proactive, and not reactive. Talent planning includes succession, it includes retention and includes hiring. It really addresses everything that you need to do on your team. And...
EP 135: People First - What they want with what we need featuring Tracie Sponenberg
August 03, 2023 08:51 - 23 minutes - 34.4 MB VideoHow can I design a really great people experience? It’s the mind shift that makes the difference. That people experience doesn't have to be anything, fancy, it can be as simple as listening to your people. But you have to influence yourself first. So, there's a real mindset shift that's required. Are you looking at your job, getting up and thinking like I've got this mountain of paperwork I have to do? Or are you getting up and thinking, to create the systems and processes for m...
EP 134: Gen Z in the workplace with Tammy McKinney
July 27, 2023 05:00 - 17 minutes - 25.5 MB VideoHow do we inspire people from different generations, especially Gen Z? Diversity in the work force is causing leaders to be challenged, one of which is generational diversity. Gen Z, they are unique, there are different things they are looking for to stay engaged, to stay motivated and perform at their best. Encourage, equip and empower your people, that’s different that directive leadership, directive management – this is a big shift that is really important to this generation. They w...
EP 131: Creating Impactful Job Offers
July 26, 2023 23:54 - 15 minutes - 34.8 MBAn offer makes it impactful as we’re offering an individual an opportunity to make an impact and add value to you as an organization. You want to tie the offer back to what is important to them as an individual: their well-being and what is important to grow in their career. Making an offer is fun: it is giving something to someone that they want and that also serves you. It’s a win-win. It is the beginning of a relationship when it is the supervisor who makes the offer. You can find ...
EP 133: Coaching for Performance With Anna Kosova
July 20, 2023 11:36 - 26 minutes - 60.6 MBHow do we inspire people to perform? And how do we also inspire ourselves as we align with the mission, vision and values of our organization, and really use that as a litmus test? If we're going to inspire people to perform, we need to be on the same page as to what the expectations are. The next point that we really had around inspiring our people to perform with those is looking at, what are our goals and checking in to ensure that we stay aligned and creating that long-term plan for b...
EP 132: Pre-boarding: Creating a Team Before Day 1
July 13, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes - 34.8 MBPre-boarding is what happens between when the offer is made and when the individual starts. We want to ensure that the applicant journey into the employee journey is something that they imagined and hoped for...that's when Preboarding becomes impactful. We want to connect during this Preboarding process, that the individual feels ‘belong’ and brought in as they feel part of the organization. You can find Show Notes and more information by clicking here: https://hrinnovates.me/TOE132 ...
Ep 130: The Great Renegotiation! With Mandolen Mull
June 29, 2023 10:28 - 25 minutes - 58 MBWe have been chatting so much about the hiring process, and how important it is to hire the right people for the role. We also have a great renegotiation taking place in regard to what people want when they come to work. Today I am once again joined by Dr. Mandolen Mull. Listen in as we talk about the great renegotiation and the impact that it has when it comes to hiring new folks into our organization. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://hrinnovates.me/TO130
EP 129: Seasons of Life with Shari Simpson
June 22, 2023 13:45 - 24 minutes - 56.5 MBDo you feel like your organization suffers when you or your staff are going through a season of life? Ensuring your organization is supported during these seasons of life is crucial for developing a culture that is built on trust. I am joined today by the fantastic Shari Simpson, who is host of HR Mixtape and one of the key leaders at paylocity. Listen in as we discuss the seasons of life and how this impacts HR. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://hrinnova...
EP 128: Two-way process to determine a great fit!
June 15, 2023 12:50 - 18 minutes - 43 MBHaving a process and training our team on that process make it better for the applicant journey, employee journey, and you as the HR leader. If you have a system where the interviews are scheduled, and you can automate some of the follow up, do so. Yet, ensure you have the personal touch. If you meet them in person - make sure they get a personal follow-up call, email etc. Handwritten notes go a long way. Join me in today’s episode as we talk about conducting an interview and how a great pro...
EP 127: You are It! Identifying Great Candidates
June 08, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 45.3 MBDo you feel like your organization is suffering from turnover? The reason why may surprise you! Identifying great candidates is easier said than done, yet it is one of the keyways to ensure a great team. Join me in today's episode as we talk about what defines a great candidate and how a great hiring process can get the results we need. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://hrinnovates.me/TO127
EP 126: Successful Interview Preparation
June 01, 2023 12:30 - 18 minutes - 42.3 MBWhat determines your success? Your preparation. Yet, this is oftentimes the most time consuming and is not seen. In bringing in the best people to fill your roles, that time spent before the interview will save time and money on the back end. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://hrinnovates.me/TO126
EP 125: Expand the Circle with Matt Poepsel
May 25, 2023 12:54 - 23 minutes - 53.9 MBHow do we serve from inside of our organization? From ensuring that our staff are in the right place in the right role to our leaders leading in the right way. Today I am joined once again by Matt Poepsel on the show. He is the author of a brand-new book called Expand the Circle. Listen in as we dig into the way that our teams are turning up our strengths, and more specifically, the importance of having the organizational culture truly align with individuals' values. you can find show notes...
EP 124: Creating Sanity in HR
May 18, 2023 19:58 - 20 minutes - 48.4 MBGood processes allow us to get things done, as long as they don’t take more time! In HR, there are two types of HR, in our opinion, Foundational HR and Transformational HR. A good audit and process allows us to have a strong foundation so that we can focus on the transformation of HR that ties to the people strategy. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://hrinnovates.me/TO124
EP 123: HR Self-Care with Nicole Greer
May 11, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes - 65.4 MBSelf-care. Yup, we all say we do it. Yet, as HR professionals and business leaders how often do you walk the talk when it comes to taking care of yourself? When HR professionals are dealing with the stress of everyday life it can be easy to overlook self-care and today, I want to address that. I am joined by special guest Nicole Greer on the show, and she is an expert in coaching and consulting as well as the Executive and Leadership Coach and Consultant of Vibrant. Listen in as we talk abou...
EP 122: HR, Take Good Care!
May 04, 2023 12:05 - 20 minutes - 47.3 MBHR leaders have the highest turnover per position according to a recent LinkedIn Global Survey. Today, we chat about keyways to care for yourself in HR. AND, no it is not sleep, exercise and healthy food. Although those are great! You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://hrinnovates.me/TO122
EP 121: Solve Turnover in the First 90 Days with Sam Kloppmann
April 27, 2023 12:50 - 25 minutes - 59 MBTurnover 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 as well as becoming a partner with organizational leaders, as they will have the team they need to succeed. You can find show notes and more in...
EP 120: Inspiring Employees to Perform
April 20, 2023 12:42 - 16 minutes - 37.7 MBTurnover Problems? Do you know exactly what is causing them? Fit to role. If your employees are not in the right role, they are more likely to turnover in their role and with the organization. Today we chat about creating a job assessment to determine what the role really needs. Listen in as we examine how to set up your staff for success by defining their roles for the organization and more specifically defining what winning looks like within that role. You can find show no...
EP 119: Leadership Impacts Performance with Michael Yinger
April 13, 2023 18:33 - 28 minutes - 66 MBAre your managers great leaders? Hint… A leader empowers your team – A manager tells them what to do A leader shares their thought process – A manager gives the answer and closely monitors the results A leader gives control away – A manager seeks control Does a manager or a leader develop and engage the best employees? Listen in as Michael Yinger with Resume Sieve and I chat about making and managing agreements as a leader. We will explore the importance of winning and how ut...
EP 118: Multiple Competing Priorities
April 06, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 49.4 MBThere 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 these multiple competing priorities and more specifically how they can be used to elevate your team to build better solutions and inspire your staff. ...
EP 117: Observing the Impact of a Coaching Culture with Donna Star
March 30, 2023 12:09 - 19 minutes - 44.3 MBMassive layoffs are having a significant impact on staff morale and engagement. As leaders creating and a coaching culture is one that can continue to engage staff and meet them where they are at with empathy. Today I have the pleasure of being joined once again by Donna Star on the show. She is an expert in coaching and consulting as well as the author of her upcoming book Unsuccessfully Successful. Listen in as we observe the impact of a coaching culture on the wellbeing of our staff. You ...
EP 116: Is what you see what you get? with Danielle Diel
March 23, 2023 05:00 - 18 minutes - 42.9 MBEmbellishments to look better? Ever happen when you are trying to enroll someone in a decision? Yep, it happens in recruitment. There are times putting a filter on what our organizations are like sounds like a great idea. Yet, this has a negative impact once a person is hired and realizes that this is not the culture they were looking for. Join Danielle Diel and I as we chat about using marketing effectively for recruiting your next employee. You can find show notes and more informati...
EP 115: How Culture Can Impact Retention AND Turnover with Zech Dahms
March 16, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes - 59.8 MBYour organizational culture can be the gateway to attracting new hires to your company, but what about the employees working with you right now? Today I am joined by Zech Dahms on the show. He is an expert in culture development as well as the founder of Perennial Culture and the Community Engagement & Content Lead of Achieve Engagement. Listen in as we break down the importance of building trust through feedback and more specifically how this kind of feedback can play into their development...
EP 114: How Relationships and Trust Can Benefit Your Coaching Culture with Damon Clark
March 09, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes - 54.2 MBYou may already know what a “coaching culture” is, but I’m sure you’re now wondering how to cultivate one and what exactly goes into maintaining it? That’s the question that we are answering today as we are joined once again by Damon Clark. He is an expert in Predictive Index as well as the founder of Talent Optimizers. Listen in as we discuss developing coaching methods and how having these conversations with your team can ensure the best success. You can find show notes and more informati...
EP 113: How your organizational culture can impact employee retention
March 02, 2023 06:00 - 15 minutes - 36.1 MBIs your organizational culture impacting employee retention? That’s the question that we are answering today as we discuss the ever-changing job landscape and how your organization’s environment can affect not just retention, but also employee recruitment. Listen in as we explore the importance of not only valuing your employees but celebrating them as well. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/3Zj5ms3
EP 112: How to make pay feel fair, relevant, and right with Laura Morgan
February 23, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes - 53.8 MBGet ready to continue our conversation on how policies impact our culture! Our guest today is Laura Morgan, founder of MorganHR and Simply merit. She specializes in engagement and compensation strategies that not only benefit the organization but the relationships within. Listen in as she shares her thoughts on compensation policies, and, in particular, how having these conversations between leaders and team members can benefit your organization’s environment and relationships. You can fin...
EP 111: How Compensation Policies can benefit Employee Growth with Dan Kopp
February 13, 2023 22:05 - 24 minutes - 55.6 MBInterested in how proper compensation systems can benefit your organization? You can find show noted and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/40R5913
EP 110: The Impact of Pay Transparency on Organizational Culture
February 07, 2023 18:48 - 25 minutes - 35.8 MBGet ready to have some fun and gain valuable insights on the crucial and timely topic of pay transparency! Our guest today is Erin McAdams Franzblau from Freeborn & Peters Law Firm in Chicago, and she is an expert on management-side employment issues. Listen in as she shares her thoughts on pay topics, and, in particular, how pay can impact organizational culture and employee retention. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3DEkSXg
EP 109: The Intersection of Policy and Culture with Traci Scherck
February 01, 2023 17:31 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MBWhat is the impact on your organizational culture from the policies that are in place? That’s the question that we are answering today as we discuss the ever-changing legal landscape and how these changes affect not just your policies, but also your culture. Listen in as we explore the sometimes unintended consequences of policies and the importance of aligning priorities across all levels of your organization. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3...
EP 108: Creating a Coaching Culture with Jackie Cumo
January 24, 2023 21:06 - 14 minutes - 20.7 MBSo often, we get asked “what is a coaching culture?” and “how can I build that in my organization?” And for good reason—there is something really magical about crafting this for your staff. So, today, we have an expert in this area, Jackie Cumo, on the show. An Executive and Leadership Coach, Jackie shares how she works with organizations on setting up that coaching culture and helps leaders take the necessary steps to create a more positive and productive work environment. You can find s...
EP 107: Mentoring with Impact with Suzanne Lucas
January 17, 2023 21:06 - 23 minutes - 33.1 MBJanuary is one of those special months because it’s the start of something new, and today we’re continuing our topic of mentoring with Suzanne Lucas. Also known as the Evil HR Lady, Suzanne has made it her mission to demystify human resources. In this episode, we’re diving into the importance of mentoring and discussing how you can use improv strategies to really connect with your mentee so that they are more likely to make an impact as a result of your mentorship. You can find show notes ...
EP 106: The Many Facets of HR with Andrea Grant
January 10, 2023 17:28 - 19 minutes - 27.8 MBGet ready to continue our conversation about how HR professionals can optimize employees, this time with one of our very own Elevated clients! Andrea Grant is with Jackson’s Chips, and we helped to recruit her into the organization as their very first HR and Purchasing Specialist. She joins the show today to share what the recruitment process was like, what she has learned along the way, and how going through the program has benefited her—and Jackson’s Chips! You can find show notes and mo...
EP 105: Elevating Others Through Self-Mentorship with Traci Scherck
January 04, 2023 16:09 - 6 minutes - 9.69 MBElevating others requires elevating ourselves, first and foremost. In this short but sweet episode, we reflect back on the importance of aligning our personal and professional lives so that our work is meaningful, and we’re also able to lift up the people within our organization. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3jLYV1p
EP 104: Closing The Strategy To Execution Gap with Michael Alexander
December 27, 2022 22:05 - 17 minutes - 25.2 MBThis is the perfect time to reflect back on the last year and dream of what 2023 can hold. So, in this episode, I have Michael Alexander, Founder and CEO of Talent Leaderboard Systems, with me to help us do just that. Michael helps ambitious companies build and implement actual strategies for creating and improving enterprise value. Today we’re diving into what the most successful companies are doing to increase employee engagement and happiness, as well as why you should be looking at how y...
EP 103: Creating a Supportive Work Environment with Azizi Marshall
December 19, 2022 22:38 - 15 minutes - 22 MBAs human resource professionals, it's important to support the mental health of our staff. In this episode, we'll discuss some key ways to do that with Azizi Marshall, a Creative Arts Psychotherapist, award-winning Corporate Mental Health Trainer, and Workplace Wellness Consultant. Listen in to learn what steps we can take to support the mental health of our staff and help create a happier, more productive workplace. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bi...
EP 102: Bridging The Gap in Leadership with Jaime Taets
December 13, 2022 20:34 - 24 minutes - 34.7 MBWith the end of another year around the corner, now is the perfect time to be really thinking about how to plan and move into the next year with intention and actionable steps. Jamie Taets is an author, speaker, fellow podcast host, and the CEO of Keystone Group International, an organization that helps businesses and leaders drive organizational impact at the human level. Jamie joins the show today to share how to balance the business’s needs with the human needs through conscious leadershi...
EP 101: Optimizing Veteran Reintegration with William Toti
December 07, 2022 22:02 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBAs HR professionals, we talk so much about how to create an environment where people are fulfilled in their work, but one area we often miss is how we can support our people even when we don’t know what’s on their plate—while also meeting business outcomes. Retired Navy captain and former CEO of Sparton Corporation, William Toti, joins the show today to discuss how we can optimize for a very specific group reintegrating into the workforce: our veterans. William has been doing the work of ser...
EP 100: Reflecting and Planning with Traci Scherck
December 01, 2022 12:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBThe theme for this month is looking at and reflecting on what we have done and accomplished this past year—and planning for the next one. In this 100th episode of the podcast, Traci discusses how you can reflect on your own year in key ways, such as aligning output and outcome. Listen in to learn effective ways to preview future performance and set yourself and others up for success in the coming year. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3ub6zV0
EP 99: Building Relationships To Grow Your Business with Jamie Shibley
November 24, 2022 12:00 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBWhich relationships move the needle in your business? Jamie Shibley is the Founder and CEO of The Expressory, a strategic gifting agency that serves business leaders by helping them maintain the human connection in what they do. Jamie joins the show today to talk about the ROI of showing gratitude to all the relationships in your business, from leads to clients to staff, and everyone in between. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3Eku3eQ
EP 98: Feedback Is A Gift with Sarah Gibson
November 17, 2022 12:00 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBDo you welcome feedback, or do you shy away from it out of fear of what you might hear? Sarah Gibson is an Executive Coach, Vistage Chair, and Communication expert, and she joins the show today to talk about gratitude in a very specific way: how to look at feedback as a gift that can accelerate meaningful change within your organization. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3G629WJ
EP 97: Diversity Through Gratitude in the Workplace with Katie Wheelock
November 10, 2022 12:00 - 14 minutes - 20.7 MBDid you know that, according to a recent Inc. magazine article, 79% of employees quit because they did not feel appreciated at work? Gratitude is definitely one of those things that we want to share with others, and in this episode we’re sitting down with Katie Wheelock, Program and HR Director at Community Action, to discuss how to incorporate diverse gratitude into your organization. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3NDzcmQ
EP 96: Gratitude Culture At Work with Traci Scherck
November 03, 2022 11:00 - 10 minutes - 15.4 MBWith November being the unofficial month of gratitude in the United States, we’re talking all about gratitude today! Not only are we diving into how we can show ourselves gratitude on a daily basis, but we’re also circling back to last month’s theme of culture and discussing how we as HR professionals can foster a culture of gratitude in our organizations. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3DqfaHr
EP 95: The Ripple Effect on Culture with Lisa Even
October 27, 2022 11:00 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBWhether we realize it or not, we create culture by the behaviors and energy that we bring to the office, to Zoom meetings, or to whatever else we might be doing every single day in our organization. Lisa Even, a speaker, facilitator, coach, and joy connoisseur, is here today to continue our conversation on culture. Listen in as we dive into the ripple effect and all the many ways it can tie into organizational culture. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://...
EP 94: The Impact of ‘Bossholes' on Your Organizational Culture with John Broer and Sara Best
October 20, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MBWe all know that people don’t quit their jobs—they actually quit their bosses. In this episode, we’re continuing our conversation on organizational culture with John Broer and Sara Best of Real Good Ventures and diving into how to create a great culture by preventing ‘bossholes.’ Listen in as we break down why culture is not a thing that you aim to create, but rather who you are at the core level as an organization and what you do to optimize and lift up your people. You can find show note...
EP 93: Navigating Culture In A Post-Pandemic World with Tanya Hanson
October 13, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBContinuing our conversation on culture this month, we are joined by Tanya Hanson, HR Director at Paradigm, to discuss the challenges and opportunities of building a really great organizational culture in a hybrid world. In this episode, we’re diving into how the pandemic has changed the way in which organizations approach culture, how to navigate culture-building, and tips on how to build a really amazing and thriving culture in your own organization. You can find show notes and more infor...
EP 92: The Culture You Create in Your Organization
October 06, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 29.1 MBWhen you look at the culture inside of your organization, how are you supporting folks in quietly quitting? This means you are allowing your staff to stop doing the things they said they were going to do. In this episode, we'll dive into how your organization's culture actually plays a significant role in how your staff navigates their responsibilities, including the decisions that lead them to quit or power through challenging situations. You can find show notes and more information by cl...
EP 91: Talent Pathway Planning For Women in a Hybrid World with Jenny Moebius
September 29, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBToday we are talking all about culture and how culture plays into talent pathway planning for women. Jenny Moebius is a top marketing executive and leader with a track record of building powerful brands and categories, generating demand, and creating mission-driven cultures. She joins us on this episode to discuss how to rock the boat with integrity, how remote work has impacted talent pathways for women, how to challenge career-limiting assumptions in the workplace, and more. You can find...
EP 90: How Your Employees’ Financial Well-Being Impacts Your Organization with Jeanne de Cervens
September 22, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 53.4 MBStress around finances can hinder our employees' self-confidence, making it hard for their unique talents to shine through in work and life. So, how can we help them gain financial security so that they can show up as their best selves every single day? Jeanne de Cervens, Director of The AgingWell Hub, joins the show to share her advice regarding financial wellness, including what people seem to be struggling with the most financially, how to support them, and how to boost education around t...
EP 89: Leveraging Internal Talent Pathways with Nchopia Nwokoma
September 15, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 29.2 MBHow do you ensure that you’re moving people forward in your organization in a way that meets their needs, as well as the needs of the organization? That’s what we’re talking about today with Nchopia Nwokoma, the Principal Assessment and Succession Consultant at Korn Ferry. Listen in as we paint a picture of what internal talent pathways are, how we lay them out, and how we utilize the resources at our disposal to move people forward in the organization in a way that best serves everyone. Y...
EP 88: The Distinction Between Strategic and Tactical HR with Kimeran Johnson
September 08, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 67.2 MBHaving both the strategic and tactical components of HR is the key to attracting and retaining the talent necessary to grow and run a successful organization. But what is the distinction between strategic and tactical HR—and how do we know when to use each of these elements? Here to help us discuss this topic is Kimeran Johnson, Chief People Officer at Studer Family of Companies. Listen in to learn how to grow these necessary skills and more. You can find show notes and more information by...
EP 87: The Often Forgotten Piece of Succession Planning
September 01, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBOne of the key issues for many leaders is succession planning, particularly when it comes to backfilling roles from outside their organization. How can you maintain the company culture that you’ve worked so hard to create when you are hiring from the outside? That’s what we’re diving into today as we look at the importance of culture when it comes to planning talent pathways. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3Krv7QP