Engaging Leadership CT Leong, Dr. Jim Kanichirayil

Summary:
Scott Foster, superintendent of the Northland Pines School District, shares his strategies for attracting and retaining educators in a rural school district. He emphasizes the importance of showcasing the unique benefits of the area, providing support and mentorship for new hires, and creating a culture of trust and collaboration. Foster also discusses the district's focus on professional development and flexible pathways for career growth. By investing in their people and building a strong community, the district has been successful in retaining and developing top talent.
Key Takeaways:
Employee retention in K-12 education is notably challenging, especially in rural settings, due to long hours, modest pay, and external pressures.The importance of the first 90 days: Onboarding and mentorship are critical in ensuring new hire success and satisfaction, leading to better retention rates.Community and support: Creating a welcoming, family-like culture and maintaining a supportive system around new hires strengthens retention and job satisfaction.Investing in people: Allocating resources towards professional development and individual career growth is crucial in building a successful district.Systematic adaptability: Programs and initiatives need to be systematically organized, yet tailored and adaptable, to support educators at varying career stages.

Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Employee Retention Challenges
00:35 Spotlight on K-12 Education: Strategies for Building a Retention Culture
01:06 Inside Northland Pines School District: A Success Story
03:05 Recruitment and Retention Strategies in Rural School Districts
08:35 Mentorship and Onboarding: Key to Retention
11:36 Classroom Effectiveness and Educator Support
16:46 Addressing Educator Burnout and Well-being
19:49 Investing in People: Professional Development and Growth
28:14 Building a Collaborative Culture and Leadership Pipeline
33:54 Concluding Thoughts and Contact Information

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Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Scott Foster: sfoster@npsd.k12.wi.us
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Engaging Leadership Outro
Engaging Leadership Intro

Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Jim is joined by Federico Demarin, Chief People Officer at GroupM, to discuss the implications of short-term thinking on an organization's people strategy. They explore the importance of leadership with generosity and empathy, the need to challenge prevailing wisdom, and the role of emotional intelligence in creating an innovative culture. Federico shares insights on how to navigate the gray areas of leadership, build trust with executives, and balance short-term and long-term goals. Tune in to gain valuable advice on creating a high-performing team and driving strategic conversations.
Key Takeaways:
Strategic Perspective: Leaders must balance short-term results with a long-term strategic vision for their people, cultivating a culture that values diverse insights and innovation.Emotional Intelligence: Developing emotional intelligence is critical for leaders to manage personal reactions and create a safe space for open dialogue.Advocacy Is Key: HR and people leaders need to serve as advocates, ensuring the executive team recognizes and responds to front-line realities, connecting strategy and execution.Recruitment for Innovation: Hiring with an eye for behaviors that foster innovation and challenge the status quo is essential for long-term growth.Building Relationships: Fostering trust and open communication with both the executive team and employees at all levels is fundamental for HR leaders to effectively influence and implement people strategies.
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
03:27 Navigating the Complexities of People Leadership
06:09 Advice for New Managers: Embracing Uncertainty and Learning
08:24 Debunking Leadership Myths and Fostering Innovation
15:16 Strategic Leadership: Balancing Short-Term Pressures with Long-Term Vision
17:36 Effective HR Leadership: Speaking Up and Managing Up
26:07 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect with Federico
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Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Federico Demarin: linkedin.com/in/federicodemarin
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Engaging Leadership Outro
Engaging Leadership Intro

Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Jim is joined by Allison Mairena, the Global VP of People at New Globe, to discuss the challenge of getting people ready to lead within organizations. They explore how New Globe's mission-driven approach helps attract, develop, and retain talent, and how they maintain connectivity and line of sight in a globally distributed environment. They also share best practices for manager enablement and the importance of managers understanding the business model. Tune in to gain insights on developing the next generation of leaders.
Key Takeaways:
The vitality of integrating the organizational mission with employee development to create purpose-driven workforces.Emphasizing the shared responsibility of business leaders and HR in nurturing the next generation of leaders.Strategic use of asynchronous communication tools and meeting recordings to bridge time zones and maintain global connectivity.Education of new managers on company economics and policies to facilitate better decision-making and team guidance.

Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and intro
00:19 Meet Alison Mairena: Insights from a Global VP of People
01:27 Mission-Driven Leadership at New Globe
02:57 Bridging the Mission Gap Across Global Teams
05:02 Maintaining Connectivity in a Globally Distributed Team
06:31 Best Practices for Developing Effective Leaders
08:23 Manager Enablement and the Role of HR in Leadership Development
12:20 Wrapping Up: The Shared Responsibility of Developing Leaders

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Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Allison Mairena: linkedin.com/in/peoplexenthusiast
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda

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Engaging Leadership Intro
Engaging Leadership Outro

Summary:
JD Peterson, CEO of Matheson, joins Dr. Jim to discuss getting people ready to lead. JD shares his insights from his experience in startups and scale-ups, emphasizing the importance of feedback, practice, and a support system. He highlights the need for personalized feedback, asking questions to prompt self-reflection, and delivering feedback in the moment. JD also stresses the value of creating opportunities for practice and building a support system for new leaders. Tune in to gain valuable strategies for developing effective leaders.
Key Takeaways:

A Culture of Feedback: Emphasizing the need for continuous, timely, and personalized feedback is critical to grooming potential leaders and enhancing leadership skills.Practice as Progress: Leadership is a practice that must be honed over time, offering opportunities for trial and error and learning through hands-on experience.Supporting Success: Establishing a robust support system, including peer groups, mentorship, and accessible resources, significantly aids in leadership transition and development.Customer-Centric Leadership: The formative experience of working in customer service deeply shapes Peterson's leadership philosophies, underscoring the importance of being customer-obsessed and service-minded in all aspects of business, including talent strategy.

Chapters:
00:00 Show Intro
00:15 Introducing J.D. Peterson: A Leader's Journey
00:50 From Customer Support to CEO: J.D.'s Career Path
01:43 The Essence of Leadership: Lessons from the Front Lines
03:10 Building Teams with a Customer-Centric Approach
04:13 Mastering Leadership Transitions: Best Practices
04:45 The Art of Feedback in Leadership Development
10:29 Continuing the Conversation: How to Connect with J.D.
10:53 Closing Thoughts: The Servant's Mentality in Leadership

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Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with JD Peterson: linkedin.com/in/jdpeterson
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Engaging Leadership Intro
Engaging Leadership Outro

Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Jim interviews Kate Manahan, the Chief People Officer of Built, a software platform in the construction and real estate space. They discuss the importance of productive conflict and debate in building a high-performance team. Kate emphasizes the need for leaders to create a culture where team members feel comfortable challenging ideas and providing feedback. She also highlights the value of role modeling and putting the team first. Tune in to learn more about getting people ready to lead and creating a culture of collaboration.
Key Takeaways:
The role of productive debate in building high-performance teams is key to unlocking the best ideas and solutions.Leaders should role model vulnerability and invite constructive criticism from their teams, as well as their peers.Creating a 'team first' mindset is crucial for effective leadership, prioritizing team needs and growth over personal agendas.The debate between remote vs. in-person work should be viewed with nuance and intentionality, focusing on relationship-building when in-person.Executing productivity should vary based on work context, emphasizing the necessity for deliberate actions and planning.

Chapters:
00:00 Show Intro
00:26 Getting to Know Kate: From Finance to Tech
01:12 Why Kate Chose Built: A Deep Dive into Decision Making
02:20 The Vision vs. Reality of Joining Built
03:55 Fostering Productive Conflict and Debate in Leadership
05:19 Cultivating Leadership and Team-First Mindset
08:18 Navigating the Hybrid Work Debate: Insights from Built
11:39 Wrapping Up: Building a Culture of Productive Confrontation

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Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Kate Manahan: linkedin.com/in/katemanahan
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda

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Engaging Leadership Intro
Engaging Leadership Outro

Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Jim interviews Tami Rosen, Chief People Officer at Pagaya Technologies, about getting people ready to lead. Tami shares her best practices for leadership readiness, emphasizing the importance of asking questions and empowering team collaboration. She also discusses the balance between moving fast in a startup culture while still taking the time to think before acting.
Key Takeaways:
Emphasize the transition from focusing on problems to finding possibilities and driving change with a 'can do' attitude.
New leaders and contributors should be taught to harness the strength of their team through inquiry rather than providing immediate solutions.
Leaders cultivate better outcomes by encouraging input from team members, fostering a collaborative culture.
While fast-paced environments value speed, it's equally crucial to adopt thoughtful frameworks that allow for sustainable acceleration.

Chapters:
00:00 Show Intro
00:32 Meet Tammi Rosen: A Journey in People Leadership
01:56 Choosing Pagaya: A Mission-Driven Decision
02:57 Leadership Readiness: Best Practices Revealed
05:31 The Startup Dilemma: Speed vs. Thoughtfulness
06:36 Wrapping Up: Contact Info and Final Thoughts

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Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Tami Rosen: linkedin.com/in/tamirosen
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Engaging Leadership Intro
Engaging Leadership Outro