The People Strategy Podcast Traci Austin

Brian Confer is the Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Capturely, which offers professional headshots tailored to corporate clients. With experience in the B2B, professional services, and technology sectors, he helps founders and their companies scale and establish market dominance. Brian is also a TEDx speaker and holds an executive MBA. 
In this episode… When a company undergoes a paradigm shift, team members are often forced to change roles suddenly, making it difficult to sustain a strong culture. How can you empower your team to remain resilient and innovative as you transition your organization to new heights?
Organizational change-maker Brian Confer began offering professional headshots in a vibrant pink truck. Yet this wasn’t sustainable during the pandemic, so he pivoted his organization to integrate technology for virtual photo options. This shift entailed cross-training team members in new roles to build skill sets for a new organizational structure. Although some team members may struggle with the adjustment initially, Brian says that fostering a culture of transparency and engagement empowers them to embrace new opportunities and grow professionally.
Tune in to the latest episode of The People Strategy Podcast as Traci Austin talks with Brian Confer, the Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer of Capturely, about how he evolved his people strategy to align with a new business model. Brian also discusses how headshots elevate organizational professionalism, how AI compromises authenticity in professional imaging, and how personalized headshots can serve as an innovative people strategy.
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Jennifer Loper is the President of C3, a family and children brand marketing and design agency. As a marketing and communications leader, she has over 30 years of experience working with corporate brands in the restaurant, hospitality, and retail industries. Jennifer is also a board member of the Unleashed Brands Foundation, a charitable organization supporting at-risk youth in communities. 
In this episode… Traditional work structures have evolved significantly over the past 30 years. What once required a rigid 9-5 structure has now morphed into a more fluid and personalized way of achieving professional success. How can organizations adapt to this new dynamic, and what does it mean for the future of work?
As a leader in workplace flexibility and employee personalization, Jennifer Loper advocates for alternative work structures that promote personal and professional fulfillment. For instance, fostering transparent conversations about employee needs and work preferences boosts performance and allows them to thrive. Additionally, maintain flexibility in your hiring structures, recognizing that people aren’t defined by their education and skills but rather by their core values and work ethic. Evolutionary workplaces and compassionate leadership cultivate innovation and allow your organization to adapt and scale.
Tune in to the latest episode of The People Strategy Podcast as Traci Austin welcomes Jennifer Loper, the President of C3, to talk about shaping people strategies with flexibility and workplace evolution. Jennifer shares how workplace flexibility benefits multiple industries, how compassionate leadership promotes evolutionary practices, and key insights from the Restaurant Leadership Conference.

Traci Austin is the Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, a certified woman-owned HR firm. As an HR professional and chief strategy consultant, she has over two decades of experience creating and building HR departments for small businesses. Traci specializes in employee development, consulting, and coaching and creates fulfilling work environments that align employee aspirations with business goals. She also hosts The People Strategy Podcast.
In this episode… When it comes to attracting employees, it's not just about offering a job; it's about providing an experience, a pathway, and an environment where individuals feel valued and compelled to stay. How can organizations turn their workplaces into a beacon for top talent?
As a seasoned HR expert, Traci Austin advocates for an employee value proposition that resonates authentically with potential candidates. This should be a strategic proposal that aligns workplace culture, a customized compensation and benefits package, career growth opportunities, and an organizational structure to meet both company and employee needs. You should also incorporate feedback from current employees for greater authenticity and engagement. Traci suggests communicating these unique benefits to potential candidates through social media and targeted marketing campaigns.
In this new episode of The People Strategy Podcast, co-host Chad Franzen joins Traci Austin, Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, to talk about crafting a compelling employee value proposition. Traci discusses the importance of employee and candidate transparency, how to create an environment for employees to thrive, and how to promote employee career development.

Traci Austin is the Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, a certified woman-owned HR firm. As an HR professional and chief strategy consultant, she has over two decades of experience creating and building HR departments for small businesses. Traci specializes in employee development, consulting, and coaching and creates fulfilling work environments that align employee aspirations with business goals. She also hosts The People Strategy Podcast.  
In this episode… A well-defined talent strategy is essential to guide an organization toward success. Are you approaching your organization's growth with a people strategy that actually aligns with your business outcomes? How can you shift your team's trajectory from frustrating wheel-spinning to soaring productivity?
As a recognized talent consultant, Traci Austin has developed a proprietary people strategy roadmap that aligns business goals with strategic staffing and employee development. The framework involves creating a thorough staffing plan that anticipates talent needs throughout each stage of the business and provides a nurturing applicant and onboarding experience. By strategically planning staffing and training and offering career progression opportunities, companies can create a motivating environment where employees thrive and business outcomes excel.
Tune in to this episode of The People Strategy Podcast as Traci Austin, the Owner and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, is interviewed by co-host Chad Franzen of Rise25 about developing a refined people strategy roadmap. She shares the components of an effective people strategy, how to align finances with staffing and growth objectives, and the impact of strategic staffing plans on team dynamics.

Dr. Paul White is a psychologist, speaker, consultant, and coauthor of The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace. For over 20 years, he has assisted organizations in creating positive work environments and communicating authentic appreciation. Dr. White has spoken about improving work-based relationships in North America, Europe, Central Asia, the Caribbean, China, and South America. 
In this episode… Have you ever felt unappreciated at work, or struggled to convey heartfelt gratitude to your colleagues or employees? Understanding the correct way to express appreciation can transform workplace relationships and drive positive organizational change. How can you demonstrate personalized appreciation to your team?
Leadership facilitator Dr. Paul White has reimagined the five love languages for the workplace. Languages like words of affirmation, quality time, acts of service, gifts, and even physical touch contain specific actions that leaders must personalize and refine for the workplace setting and team members’ preferences. Identifying your and your employees’ appreciation languages allows you to recognize various forms of acknowledgment, create a more inclusive environment, and encourage a culture of open communication, respect, and appreciation. 
In today’s episode of The People Strategy Podcast, Traci Austin speaks with Dr. Paul White, the author of The Five Languages of Appreciation, about how displaying individualized appreciation can elevate organizational cultures. He shares how to foster a value-centered workplace, the juxtaposition between personality tests and appreciation languages, and a case study of the five appreciation languages.

From onboarding new hires to building a culture of accountability, Traci Austin delves into the intricacies of leadership in this special solo episode of the People Strategy Podcast. Traci, the Chief Strategy Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, shares her top three insights from her conversation with Adam Gruszcynski from Potawatomi Bingo and Casino, which touch upon the importance of clear communication, team engagement, and defining organizational success. Through an engaging personal story about learning to back into a parking stall, Traci illustrates the four types of coaching methods and how they apply to leadership development.
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