29 min
The Long View: How Taking a Strategic Approach Leads to Startup Success Engaging Leadership
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- Management
Summary:
Join Dr. Jim and guest Vanessa Gilardi as they discuss the importance of rethinking talent strategy and prioritizing employee experience in startups and scale-ups. They explore the need for a long-term view and the power of continuous learning in a rapidly changing work environment. Vanessa shares insights on building a strong onboarding process, maintaining communication and social skills, and the value of active listening. Discover how a shared responsibility for people and culture can lead to a five-star employee experience. Tune in for practical advice on creating a positive and sustainable work environment.
Key Takeaways:
Being part of a startup doesn't necessitate adherence to the stereotypical '80-hour workweeks' hustle culture; instead, it's crucial to focus on creating a positive employee experience and preparing for sustainable growth.Vanessa advocates for a "long view" approach which entails learning agility and being open to constant skills development, which is increasingly relevant in the face of technological advancements such as AI.The alignment of candidate and employee experiences is vital; inconsistency between initial promises and actual cultural engagement can lead to employee turnover.A successful onboarding process, coupled with sustained leadership engagement at various stages of the employee lifecycle, can enhance retention and strengthen company culture.The responsibilities of people and culture should extend beyond HR and be embedded within the ethos of the entire business infrastructure, with proactive and routine communication being a linchpin for ongoing employee satisfaction.
Chapters:
0:00
Redefining Startup Success Beyond Hustle Culture
1:31
International Perspectives on Startups and Scale-Ups
3:21
Embracing Lifelong Learning in Professional Growth
5:59
Redefining Career Success Beyond Traditional Education Paths
11:33
Redefining Startup Culture and Employee Experience
15:04
Executive Cowardice in Company Layoffs
15:44
Cultivating Culture and Strategy Beyond HR Responsibilities
19:51
Bridging the Gap Between Talent Acquisition and Employee Retention
23:44
Cultivating Employee Experience in Startups and Scale-Ups
Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk
Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Vanessa Gilardi: linkedin.com/in/vanessa-gilardi
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda
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Mentioned in this episode:
Engaging Leadership Intro
Engaging Leadership Outro
Summary:
Join Dr. Jim and guest Vanessa Gilardi as they discuss the importance of rethinking talent strategy and prioritizing employee experience in startups and scale-ups. They explore the need for a long-term view and the power of continuous learning in a rapidly changing work environment. Vanessa shares insights on building a strong onboarding process, maintaining communication and social skills, and the value of active listening. Discover how a shared responsibility for people and culture can lead to a five-star employee experience. Tune in for practical advice on creating a positive and sustainable work environment.
Key Takeaways:
Being part of a startup doesn't necessitate adherence to the stereotypical '80-hour workweeks' hustle culture; instead, it's crucial to focus on creating a positive employee experience and preparing for sustainable growth.Vanessa advocates for a "long view" approach which entails learning agility and being open to constant skills development, which is increasingly relevant in the face of technological advancements such as AI.The alignment of candidate and employee experiences is vital; inconsistency between initial promises and actual cultural engagement can lead to employee turnover.A successful onboarding process, coupled with sustained leadership engagement at various stages of the employee lifecycle, can enhance retention and strengthen company culture.The responsibilities of people and culture should extend beyond HR and be embedded within the ethos of the entire business infrastructure, with proactive and routine communication being a linchpin for ongoing employee satisfaction.
Chapters:
0:00
Redefining Startup Success Beyond Hustle Culture
1:31
International Perspectives on Startups and Scale-Ups
3:21
Embracing Lifelong Learning in Professional Growth
5:59
Redefining Career Success Beyond Traditional Education Paths
11:33
Redefining Startup Culture and Employee Experience
15:04
Executive Cowardice in Company Layoffs
15:44
Cultivating Culture and Strategy Beyond HR Responsibilities
19:51
Bridging the Gap Between Talent Acquisition and Employee Retention
23:44
Cultivating Employee Experience in Startups and Scale-Ups
Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk
Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Vanessa Gilardi: linkedin.com/in/vanessa-gilardi
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda
Join us at HR Impact to learn and connect with a community of HR leaders just like you. This is the space where top people leaders share actionable insights and practical playbooks in fostering a high-performing workplace of the future.
Sign up as a member today for community updates on the latest HR resources and exclusive event invites: www.engagerocket.co/hrimpact
Mentioned in this episode:
Engaging Leadership Intro
Engaging Leadership Outro
29 min