People On Purpose®

Performance management: Love it? Hate it? Wondering what the big deal is? It can be a real mixed bag. Maybe you skip into those meetings, giddy to shower your team members with glowing feedback and praise. Orrrrr maybe you’re dragging your when the feedback is a bit more…complicated.But what if there was a way to make performance evaluations less of an emotional rollercoaster…Today’s episode is all about how to shift from that dreaded annual review to continuous, two-way feedback that genuinely nurtures growth.We're talking all about: Reframing the role of a performance evaluation;The magic of continuous feedback in promoting collaboration;How to cultivate a coaching culture that meshes with your team's dynamic and your company's operations;3 practical strategies our clients have successfully implemented to keep feedback flowing smoothly, without sacrificing their unique cultures or leadership styles.And, yes, why face-to-face meetings still matter, even for remote or asynchronous teams.We’re not here to convince you of the benefits of performance evaluations. We’re acknowledging the nuance of not wanting to do them, and how to put mechanisms in place to make the process a more natural, productive part of your workplace.SHOW NOTES:Schedule a free consultation to learn more about The Paradigm Solution, our 90-day HR-in-a-box service: https://the-paradigm.com/contact 

We're baaaack baby! Kelli Jones and I are at it again with more Bravo legal drama, more HR disasters, and more fun. And maybe a little snark. I mean, we ARE talking about Bravo afterall.Kelli is a trademark attorney, a fellow reality TV aficionado, and my go-to friend for Bravo drama and lawsuit breakdowns. This time, we're covering:Trademarks and why they matterUpdates on the Caroline Manzo / Brandy Glanville lawsuitOur thoughts on the blatant racial discrimination within the Bravo networkKristen Doute’s controversial comeback after being canceled (with lots of snark and eye rolls) Performative actions and the lack of accountability among Bravolebrities Safety concerns on setAnd, of course, we're breaking down the legal and HR implications of it all.If you're looking for some real world examples of what can go wrong when a business skirts around strategic HR, look no further.Come gossip with us!SHOW NOTES:Find and follow Kelli online!Website https://www.lawyerkelli.com/IG: @lawyerkelli_TikTok: @lawyerkelli

They might just be faces on a screen, but your employees are real, living humans who need more than KPIs and goals to truly thrive.Don’t get us wrong — clear goals and expectations are 100% crucial for measuring success. You'll never catch us telling you NOT to clearly communicate goals and expectations. But true leadership goes beyond just tracking performance. It's about filling each team member’s cup with motivation and engagement in ways that suit their unique work styles.This doesn't just boost their productivity, it contributes to your ability to lead effectively. Filling those cups means really getting to know your people beyond the checkboxes on their task lists.Let’s talk about this invisible layer of culture building that many leaders overlook, especially when managing remotely.SHOW NOTES:Take the Leadership Archetype Quiz to discover your unique leadership style and get personalized tips for leaning into your natural skills and abilities: https://the-paradigm.com/quiz

Think your small business doesn’t need Public Relations? Don't write it off yet!You might be wondering how a publicist could possibly help your under-the-radar biz. Or thinking you’re too “small” for a PR strategy.But before you dismiss the idea, let Brittney Lynn share some insights that might just totally change the way you see PR and its potential for your business!Brittney is a thought-leader for how purposeful connection can change the world. Through her agency, The Human Connection Agency, she’s leading the way in the online business space for companies who are looking to connect authentically with their audience and share their stories through a thoughtful PR strategy. Her clients have been featured in places like The New York Times, Fast Company, Real Simple, Forbes, Business Insider, The Today Show, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, and more.She also has lots of thoughts about Tom Sandoval’s PR disaster, which I just can’t get enough of. Timestamps:02:52: The importance of PR in a marketing strategy (even for small businesses!)06:11: Crafting a unique message and point of view in PR11:55: Overcoming limiting beliefs holding people back from putting themselves out there13:14: Where to start with pitching yourself20:14: The reality of being more visible27:43: The long-term nature of PR and the need for persistence37:02: Good vs. terrible podcast pitch strategies and how to be a stellar guest52:30: PR lessons from Tom Sandoval and the Vanderpump mess1:21:59: Similarities and differences between HR & PRLinks Mentioned:Learn more about Brittney and her PR agency: https://www.humanconnectionagency.com/ Follow Brittney on IG @brittneyllynn

When done right, employee and client appreciation gifts can stop your recipient in their tracks and generate a fantastic ROI. #goals But if you miss the mark, they'll breeze past these gifts without a second thought, tossing them (and your hard-earned business dollars) in the trash as they go.Eh ehm, no, that new client you just signed doesn't feel special opening a box of generic, branded knick-knacks weeks after onboarding.Turns out, there's a lot to consider in crafting a gift-giving strategy!This week, the Queen of intentional gifting, Kristin Fisher of Bocu, joins us to discuss how and why to integrate thoughtful gifts into your overall marketing strategy.We unwrap:Strategies for meaningful and purposeful B2B and B2C gifting that reflect your values and ensure a worthwhile investment.The trust that develops through the physical exchange of gifts.Why promotional materials are not equivalent to meaningful gifting, whether for teams or clients.When to include your logo on a gift and when to leave it off.Tips for maximizing your gifting budget to achieve the greatest return.Innovative and affordable ways to show appreciation that deliver tangible ROI.She’s also built an incredibly thoughtful and intentional ecommerce brand that we’re swooning over. Whether you’re product or service based, there’s something for everyone in this episode!ABOUT KRISTINKristin is a former corporate retail buyer turned small business owner & retail coach. Bocu came to life in 2018 as a solution to make it easier to send a thoughtful gift without sacrificing your gift-giving style or standards. LINKS MENTIONEDFor businesses looking to send thoughtful gifts, head to www.shopbocu.com and use the code UpAndUp15 to receive 15% offFollow Bocu on IG @shopbocu Kristin also offers Retail Strategy Coaching and Mentorship for product-based brands, makers, brick and mortar stores. Visit https://kristinfishercoaching.com/ to learn more!

“But Kira, aren’t employees more expensive than contractors?! I can't afford to be compliant!”We’ve heard it a million times, and we know why. There's a lot of misinformation out there. So we’re putting this fallacy to rest once and for all. We’re diving into the 3 actual costs of hiring an employee versus a contractor. What exactly will hit your budget? We'll break down the must-pays (eh ehm, taxes), the optional extras, and how much to budget to keep everything HR compliant when working with employees. Plus I’m revealing the most unexpected, often overlooked cost of bringing on an employee. Trust me, it’s not what you’re thinking.Let’s bust this myth together! SHOW NOTES: Employee Cost Calculator: Download the calculator here and start plugging in your numbers today! https://settoscale.com/products/employee-cost-calculator?_pos=1&_sid=7a0642f27&_ss=rSet To Scale: Join our monthly membership for personalized HR solutions that grow with your business. Learn more here: https://the-paradigm.com/settoscale 

Ever feel like you're carrying the weight of your team’s happiness and productivity on your shoulders?It's too much, right? Especially for compassionate leaders who genuinely care about their people.Good news, straight from the HR horse’s mouth! You’re not actually as on the line for everyone’s wellbeing as you may think. Let's rethink our responsibilities as leaders. If you're leading a blended team of employees and contractors and finding it tough to manage everyone’s wellbeing, let’s chat about where to channel your leadership energy and where it's okay to take a step back.Leadership is heavy enough as it is…this episode will help you lighten your load!Timestamps: 2:15 The Responsibility of Business Owners and Leaders To Your Team6:25 Demanding a Good Client Experience From Your Contractors11:45 Different Leadership Approaches for Employees and Contractors15:25 Managing Performance and Enriching the Employee Experience18:35 Legal and Compliance Implications Of How You Treat A Blended TeamLINKS MENTIONED:Join Set To Scale: https://the-paradigm.com/settoscale

Feeling like your biz isn't quite clicking the way you hoped? It’s not just you!Entrepreneurship can be a real cluster f*ck sometimes. But we sit firmly in our belief that sharing stories from those who've navigated the twists and turns to success is what keeps us all going!So today, Jamar Diggs and I giggled our way through this warm-hug-of-an-episode as he shared his leadership journey, from Busch Gardens to YouTube Marketing Strategist, and A LOT in between! Jamar is sharing it all; launching his own agency, wrestling with the whole contractor vs. employee dilemma, course correction as a manager with internalized trauma from past jobs, and ultimately switching up his entire business model to align with how he works best (isn’t that what blazing your own trail should be all about?!) Whew! Jamar’s candidness is a refreshing reminder that we're all out here just learning and figuring things out as we go! PLUS, Jamar gives us a crash course on YouTube marketing and nurturing your audience through the funnel of engagement…get ready to take notes! SHOW NOTESJoin The Low Lift Club here: https://jamardiggs.com/community Access Jamar’s Free Training, “YouTube Funnel Blueprint”, here: https://jamardiggs.com/blueprint    Follow Jamar on YouTube and Instagram (@jamardiggs) for lessons in all things YouTube, and tons of laughs!

Let's pick up right where we left off, shall we? Last week, we delved into the DOL's first three factors of contractor vs. employee classification, covering control, investment, and permanence, and how they influence your hiring decisions. This week, we're wrapping up our deep dive with the final three factors, complete with real-world examples to help you apply them. By the end of this episode, you'll have a clearer understanding of whether a role in your business calls for a contractor or an employee. If you missed last week's episode, be sure to check it out first, then come back here to round out your understanding of worker classification under the DOL’s Final Ruling!Timestamps:5:13: Factor #4 - Nature and Degree of Control13:03: Factor #5 - Extent To Which Work Performed Is An Integral Part of Potential Employer’s Business17:34: Factor #6 - Skill & InitiativeSHOW NOTES:The DOL has a super helpful compliance guide for small entities navigating this new law. Full link here: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/government-contracts/small-entity-compliance-guide#overview Have more questions about the DOL’s Final Ruling? Schedule a free consultation and we can assess your risk and help you come up with a plan moving forward.Full link here: https://the-paradigm.com/contact

Whew, time to lighten the mood around here! We’ve spent the last few weeks digging into some heavy stuff, what with the DOL’s Final Ruling and all its implications on your business, and I know we could all use a little reprieve.So today we’re taking a sharp left turn and gossiping in the other language I speak fluently: BRAVO DRAMA!!I’m joined by attorney and fellow Bravohead, Kelli Jones, to pour some of the juiciest legal tea on Bravo stars' legal battles and the big takeaways we can all learn as business owners, managers, and leaders.Kelli is a lawyer, passive income strategist, and digital entrepreneur with equal parts dreamer and doer. She ditched her 9-7 for her own law firm in 2020 and never looked back. Kelli traded working all the time for a job she hated in a toxic environment to build a brand of her own to help entrepreneurs stop dreading the legal and start taking it seriously.TIMESTAMPS:1:59 Kelly’s Villain Origin Story16:20 The Consequences of Workplace Issues in Reality TV17:55 A Breakdown of Caroline Manzo’s Lawsuit Against Bravo27:10 What Policies Other Reality Show Networks Have Put In Place To Prevent/Mitigate Legal Drama 34:00 Leah McSweeney’s Lawsuit Against Bravo and Andy Cohen36:55 Involvement Of Andy Cohen As An Employee Of The Bravo Network42:37 Legal Analysis of Rachel’s (formerly known as Raquel) Lawsuit1:01:32 Hope for Cleanup Within Bravo’s Work EnvironmentSHOW NOTES:Find and follow Kelli online! Website https://www.lawyerkelli.com/ IG: @lawyerkelli_ TikTok: @lawyerkelli