Hire Power with Kim Frost

Kim Frost
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You don’t need more resumes—you need better leaders. I’m Kim Frost, founder of Frost Connections, and after 20+ years in recruiting, I’m here to give you the truth about hiring—no fluff, no buzzwords. Hire Power is for founders, CEOs, VPs, and HR leaders ready to hire smarter. In 20 minutes or less, I share bold insights and real talk on leadership and today’s shifting talent market. If “good enough” isn’t cutting it, hit follow—and let’s get to work. Connect with me at https://www.frostconnections.com or on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/

  1. 6d ago

    53. Why Centers of Excellence Are Making a Comeback

    What do pepper in a Diet Coke and organizational strategy have in common? More than you might think. In this episode Kim Frost explores why Centers of Excellence (COEs) are re-emerging as a powerful solution for companies navigating growth, AI adoption, leadership development, and operational consistency. While the old-school COE model often became bogged down in bureaucracy, today's version is focused on something much more valuable: helping organizations move faster without creating chaos. Kim breaks down what a modern Center of Excellence looks like, why mid-sized companies may benefit from them even more than large enterprises, and how leadership, talent strategy, and AI governance are becoming increasingly connected. If your organization is struggling with inconsistent processes, siloed knowledge, or uneven leadership practices, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on building alignment and scaling excellence across your business. In This Episode, You'll Learn: What a Center of Excellence actually isWhy COEs are making a comeback in the age of AIThe difference between control and enablementHow inconsistency slows growth and creates organizational dragWhy leadership development may become the next major Center of ExcellenceThe connection between talent architecture and business performanceWarning signs your organization may need more alignment and structureHow to scale best practices without creating unnecessary bureaucracy💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com⁠

    19 min

  2. Jun 2

    52. Why Communication Skills Are Becoming More Valuable Than AI

    What if the skills that future-proof your career have nothing to do with AI at all? In this episode, Kim shares why communication, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence are becoming some of the most valuable skills in today’s workforce. Drawing from real experiences in recruiting and leadership, Kim unpacks the patterns she’s seeing across interviews, hiring, and workplace culture — and why so many professionals are struggling to stand out despite having the right experience on paper. The conversation explores leadership, adaptability, remote work, problem solving, and the growing importance of human connection in an increasingly technology-driven world. If you want to become a stronger communicator, a better leader, or simply stay competitive as the workplace continues to evolve, this episode will challenge the way you think about success moving forward. In this episode: Why communication is becoming a major differentiatorThe workplace skills companies are struggling to findHow AI is changing the value of human connectionWhat separates adaptable leaders from everyone elseWhy critical thinking matters more than ever💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com⁠

    15 min

  3. May 26

    51. The Leadership Decisions That Impact Revenue Growth

    What actually drives revenue growth inside a company? In this episode of Higher Power, we’re talking about the leadership habits that quietly shape growth behind the scenes — from alignment and decision-making to collaboration and clarity across teams. This conversation explores why some companies continue growing while others feel stuck, even when they have talented people and strong products. We also get into the hidden friction that slows teams down, the difference between delegation and true ownership, and why leadership consistency matters more than most people realize. Inside this episode: Why growth problems are often leadership problemsThe hidden cost of misalignment inside teamsWhat “empowered leadership” actually looks likeHow internal friction impacts revenueWhy clarity matters more than doing moreThe leadership habits that create momentum If your team feels busy but growth still feels harder than it should, this episode will give you a different perspective on what may actually be holding things back.  💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com

    14 min

  4. May 19

    50. What Actually Builds a Superteam (And Why Most Teams Never Get There)

    What actually makes a team perform at a high level — and why do so many organizations struggle to get there? In this episode, we break down the hidden reasons teams fall short, even when the talent looks great on paper. From leadership blind spots to accountability issues, this conversation explores what separates average teams from truly high-performing ones. We also dive into the role clarity, communication, and team dynamics play in long-term success — and why building a strong team has less to do with individual talent than most people think. In this episode, we talk about: Why great hires still fail on the wrong teamThe problem with hiring for “culture fit”What psychological safety actually meansWhy clarity changes team performanceThe leadership habits that impact company cultureHow accountability affects team successWhy avoiding hard conversations hurts teamsThe difference between managing and leading 💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com

    15 min

  5. May 12

    49. How to Lead Your Team Through a Merger, Acquisition, or Reorg

    Mergers, acquisitions, and reorgs are supposed to signal growth. But inside the organization? It often feels like confusion, tension, and uncertainty. In this episode, we’re getting into what actually happens after the announcement and why so many of these transitions don’t play out the way leaders expect. Because it’s not just about the deal. It’s about what shifts underneath it. Roles change. Power changes. Behavior changes. And if that’s not handled right, things start to unravel fast. If you’re leading a team through change—or about to—this episode will give you a different lens on what really matters during these moments. In this episode: What starts to break inside teams during major transitionsThe leadership dynamic most people underestimateWhy “more communication” isn’t always the fixWhat your team is thinking (even if they’re not saying it)This isn’t a step-by-step playbook.It’s a reality check on what leadership actually looks like when everything is shifting.💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠⁠ 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com

    12 min

  6. May 5

    48. Upskilling Isn’t Optional Anymore in Today’s Job Market

    The way most people think about learning is outdated—and it’s quietly holding them back. In this episode, we’re breaking down what upskilling actually looks like right now… and why simply consuming more information isn’t the same as getting better. Because the gap isn’t knowledge. It’s application. We get into what’s really changing in today’s job market, where people tend to get stuck without realizing it, and how to shift the way you work without adding more to your plate. This is less about doing more—and more about doing things differently. What We Cover: Why “learning once” doesn’t work anymoreThe difference between knowing and actually improvingWhere most people fall behind without realizing itWhat actually makes someone stand out right nowA simpler way to approach growth that actually sticks 💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠ 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com

    10 min

  7. Apr 28

    47. Leading Your Former Peers? Here’s What Actually Works in Your First 90 Days

    You got the promotion… but no one prepared you for this part. Same team. Same company. Completely different dynamic. In this episode, Kim breaks down what really happens when you step into leadership, especially when you're now managing people you used to sit next to (or vent with). Because the truth is, your title may change overnight… but trust doesn’t come with it. In fact, sometimes it disappears the moment you get promoted. This is your real-world guide to navigating the first 90 days as a new leader without overcorrecting, overcompensating, or blowing up the room. If you’re stepping into leadership for the first time (or recently did), this episode will help you slow down, lead smarter, and actually earn the trust you need to succeed. In this episode, we cover: What really changes when you go from peer to leaderWhy promotions don’t automatically earn you trustThe #1 mistake leaders make in their first 90 daysHow to observe and understand company dynamics before making changesThe balance between authority and approachabilityHow to manage former peers without damaging relationshipsWhy curiosity builds influence (and correction too early shuts it down)How to identify informal power players inside an organizationWhat to say when addressing underperformance—without avoiding itWhy early challenges don’t always mean you made the wrong decisionSmall actions that build more trust than big strategy moves💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠ 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠frostconnections.com

    17 min

  8. Apr 21

    46. Who Owns AI in Your Business? Why You Need a Chief AI Officer

    Everyone is “doing AI”… but very few are actually winning with it. In this episode, we’re breaking down the biggest mistake companies are making right now: confusing activity with strategy. Because using AI across departments doesn’t mean you have alignment—and without alignment, you don’t have impact. If you’ve ever wondered who should own AI in your business (or if that role even needs to exist), this episode will challenge how you’re thinking about it—and what it’s actually costing you to get it wrong. What You’ll Learn: Why AI across multiple teams often leads to confusion—not innovationThe hidden cost of uncoordinated tools, platforms, and decisionsWhat a Chief AI Officer (CAIO) actually does (and why it matters now)The difference between experimenting with AI vs. scaling itWhy companies like JPMorgan, Walmart, and Pfizer are centralizing AI leadershipThe biggest risks businesses are overlooking when it comes to AI adoptionWhat happens if no one “owns” AI in your organization 💬 Connect with Kim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/ 🌐 Learn more: ⁠frostconnections.com

    13 min
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You don’t need more resumes—you need better leaders. I’m Kim Frost, founder of Frost Connections, and after 20+ years in recruiting, I’m here to give you the truth about hiring—no fluff, no buzzwords. Hire Power is for founders, CEOs, VPs, and HR leaders ready to hire smarter. In 20 minutes or less, I share bold insights and real talk on leadership and today’s shifting talent market. If “good enough” isn’t cutting it, hit follow—and let’s get to work. Connect with me at https://www.frostconnections.com or on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/

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