Growth Think Tank

In today's competitive business landscape, building a culture of innovation is crucial for organizations to thrive. By creating an environment that encourages experimentation, risk-taking, and collaboration, companies can unlock the potential of their employees and drive innovation at all levels. Through interviews with industry experts and real-life examples, we uncover the challenges and opportunities associated with building a culture of innovation. Today's guest is Chris Bullock, Founder, and CEO at ClearGov. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1251 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. ClearGov is a software company providing budget management solutions to local governments for their capital, personnel, and operational budget processes. In this episode, Chris talks about the correlation between hiring right and building a culture of innovation. He also talks about values and leading by example. Join us as we share insights and best practices to help you hire right and build a culture of innovation in your organization.   Get the show notes for Hiring Right and Building a Culture of Innovation with Chris Bullock at ClearGov Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #ChrisBullock featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttChrisBullock   #BuildingaCulturofInnovation #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode993 #Inc5000 #softwarecompany #capitalbudgeprocesses   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Leading managers requires not only strong leadership skills but also requires an understanding of what makes a good manager. Effective communication is key when leading managers, as it allows you to align expectations and goals. It's also important to provide managers with the support they need to succeed, including training, resources, and feedback. Today's guest is Thorwald Herbert, Founder, and CEO at Semarchy. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2487 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Semarchy is a data integration company providing a platform allowing organizations to discover, govern, manage, integrate, and visualize critical information scattered across applications. In this episode, Thorwald shares the importance of finding the right people and leading managers. Join us and learn the qualities that are necessary for leading managers effectively.   Get the show notes for Finding The Right People and Leading Managers with Thorwald Herbert at Semarchy Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #ThorwaldHerbert featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttThorwaldHerbert   #LeadingManagers #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode992 #Inc5000 #dataintegrationcompany    Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Building relationships is a vital part of running a successful business. When it comes to building relationships inside your company, it's important to take the time to get to know your employees. By doing this, you can gain a deeper understanding of their skills and strengths, which can help you better align tasks and projects with the right people. Additionally, building relationships can lead to a more positive work environment, which can improve employee retention and satisfaction. Today's guest is Slava Khristich, Founder, and CEO at TATEEDA. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2833 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. TATEEDA is a global custom software developer specializing in the development and QA services for health care, IoT, and fintech industries. In this episode, Slava talks about building relationships inside your company. He also talks about personal conversations. Tune in as we discuss the importance of building relationships inside your company and how it can lead to improved productivity, better communication, and increased job satisfaction for everyone involved.   Get the show notes for Building Relationships Inside Your Company with Slava Khristich at TATEEDA Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #SlavaKhristich featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttSlavaKhristich   #BuildingRelationships #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode991 #Inc5000 #globalcustomsoftwaredeveloper    Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Creating a culture of learning within your organization is essential for employee growth and company success. To create a culture of learning, leaders must first prioritize learning and development, and set clear goals and expectations for their employees. It involves providing access to training programs and educational resources, encouraging feedback and collaboration, and promoting a growth mindset. Today's guest is James Carman, CTO & Co-Founder at Callibrity. Inc Magazine ranked his company #4961 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Callibrity is a software consultancy specializing in software engineering, digital transformation, cloud strategy, and data-driven insights to help businesses solve complex problems. In this episode, James talks about various ways leaders can create a culture of learning within their organizations. Join us and learn strategies and techniques that can help you create a culture of learning in your workplace that not only drives individual success but also contributes to the overall success of your organization.   Get the show notes for Create a Culture of Learning with James Carman at Callibrity  Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #JamesCarman featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJamesCarman   #CreateaCultureofLearning #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode990 #Inc5000 #softwareconsultancy   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Getting team alignment is crucial to the success of any organization, particularly in the face of change. As organizations experience change, it is essential to have a cohesive team that can adapt and work collaboratively towards shared goals. Today's guest is Janesse Bruce, Founder, and CEO at meQuilibrium. Inc Magazine ranked her company #2813 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. meQuilibrium (meQ) is the #1 global digital resilience solution to build workforce well-being and performance. Their mission is to make any workforce a workforce for growth. In this episode, Jan talks about getting team alignment in the face of change. She also talks about resilience and over-communicating. Join us as we explore different approaches to getting team alignment, including communication strategies, creating shared vision and values, and team-building exercises. Tune in to discover the secrets of getting team alignment and build a strong foundation for your team's success.   Get the show notes for Getting Team Alignment in the Face of Change with Jan Bruce at meQuilibrium Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #JanBruce featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJanBruce   #GettingTeamAlignment #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode989 #meQ #digitalresilience   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Leaders do the inner work, which means taking the time to reflect, learn, and grow on a personal level to become more effective and impactful in their roles. In today's fast-paced business environment, leaders must be equipped with the emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and resilience necessary to navigate challenges and lead their teams to success. Today's guest is Marc Scheff, a Creative Transition Coach who guides breakthrough-ready clients to discover and act on their true purpose so that they can create a lasting impact in their communities, societies, and the world. In this episode, Marc talks about how leaders do the inner work. He also talks about sabotage and feeling vulnerable. Join us as we discuss different ways how leaders do the inner work. With our expert insights and practical advice, you can learn how to prioritize your personal growth and development as a leader and elevate your impact in the workplace.   Get the show notes for Leaders Do the Inner Work with Marc Scheff Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #MarcScheff featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttMarcScheff   #LeadersDotheInner Work #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode988 #Coaching #ExecutiveCoach   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Treating your people right means creating a positive work environment where employees feel valued, respected, and supported. By prioritizing employee satisfaction and engagement, you can build a culture of trust and loyalty that drives organizational success. Treating your people right involves providing opportunities for growth, recognizing their contributions, and fostering open communication and collaboration. Today's guest is Jim Paolino, Founder, and CEO at LodeStar Software Solutions. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1231 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. LodeStar Software Solutions is a mortgage lender software platform devoted to easing lender margin compression by streamlining costs and minimizing expenses for lenders nationwide. In this episode, Jim shares the importance of treating your people right. Join us as we explore different ways to treat your people right and how it can improve employee retention, productivity, and overall business performance. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to create a thriving work culture that benefits both your team and your organization.   Get the show notes for Treat Your People Right with Jim Paolino at LodeStar Software Solutions Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #JimPaolino featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJimPaolino   #Treatingyourpeopleright #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode987 #Inc5000 #mortgagelender #softwareplatform   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

In today's digital age, remote work has become increasingly popular, and many leaders are finding themselves managing teams spread across different locations and time zones. Leading a fully remote team requires a different approach than traditional office management, with a greater emphasis on communication, collaboration, and trust. Today's guest is Whitney Myers, Founder, and CEO at Zuar. Inc Magazine ranked her company #4781 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Zuar is a software company devoted to helping customers consolidate and stage data, create analytical dashboards, and present actionable content. In this episode, Whitney talks about leading a fully remote team. Join us as we explore different techniques for leading a fully remote team, including virtual team-building activities, effective communication tools, and flexible work arrangements.   Get the show notes for Leading a Fully Remote Team with Whitney Myers at Zuar Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #WhitneyMyers featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttWhitneyMyers   #LeadingaFullyRemoteTeam #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode986 #Inc5000 #softwarecompany   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Welcome to our podcast where we discuss the transformative power of Let Love In, a book written by our guest, Jacob Kauffman. Jacob is a best-selling author and a High-Performance Coach & Business Mentor to mission-driven coaches & entrepreneurs. In this episode, Jake talks about his book, Let Love In; The Pain Stops When the Truth Starts. Let Love In is a guide to developing a healthy relationship with yourself and others by letting love into your life. By opening yourself up to vulnerability and compassion, you can learn to connect with others on a deeper level and experience more joy and fulfillment in your relationships. Let Love In offers practical tools and exercises to help you cultivate self-love and create positive change in your life. So, join us as we delve into the insights and wisdom of Let Love In and explore how it can help you transform your life. Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover how to let love in and live your best life.   Get the show notes for Let Love in with the author, Jacob Kauffman Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #JacobKauffman featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJacobKauffman   #LetLoveIn #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode985 #Author #developingahealthyrelationship #LetLoveInThePainStopsWhentheTruthStarts   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

A culture of accountability is essential for fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility among team members. When everyone is accountable for their actions, it becomes easier to identify areas for improvement and work collaboratively to achieve common goals. By setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable for meeting them, you can create a culture of trust, respect, and transparency. So, join us as we explore different strategies for creating a culture of accountability and how it can help you build a high-performing team. I'm Gene Hammett, an executive coach with over ten years of experience working with CEOs and their executive teams. I have developed frameworks and insights to help you and your company grow. In this special episode, I shared the importance of creating a culture of accountability in your organization. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to create a culture of accountability that promotes growth, innovation, and success for your organization.   Get the show notes for How to Create a Culture of Accountability with Gene Hammett Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGeneHammett984   #cultureofaccountability #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode984 #Inc5000 #accountability   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!