Growth Think Tank

Welcome to our podcast, where we delve into the topic of retaining talented people. In today's competitive job market, organizations face the challenge of attracting and retaining top talent. We explore the key strategies and best practices for retaining talented people, including creating a positive work culture, and providing growth and development opportunities. Today's guest is Kshitij Jain Founder and CEO at Joveo. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2875 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Joveo is a recruiting company enabling companies to buy, manage and track recruitment media including job sites, search marketplaces, and social media. In this episode, Kshitij talks about the importance of retaining talented people within the organization. He also talks about the difference between having managers vs. leaders and the concept of firing fast and hiring slow. Through his insightful real-life examples, we uncover the factors that contribute to employee retention and share practical tips for fostering a work environment that keeps talented individuals engaged and motivated. Join us as we discuss the importance of retaining talented people and discover strategies to build a strong and committed workforce that drives organizational success.   Get the show notes for Retaining Talented People with Kshitij Jain at Joveo Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #KshitijJain featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttKshitijJain   #RetainingTalentedPeople #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode999 #Inc5000 #recruitingcompany   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Welcome to our podcast, where we explore the concept of an "others first culture" and its significance in fostering passion alignment for company scale. Other first culture is rooted in prioritizing the needs and well-being of others above individual interests. We delve into the key elements that contribute to creating an others first culture through insightful discussions and real-life examples. We uncover strategies for cultivating an others first culture that empowers employees, enhances teamwork, and drives company growth. Today's guest is Frankie Russo, Best-selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and an 8X Inc 500 Founder. As an expert in Innovation and change management, Frankie Russo has helped hundreds of people ignite innovation and transform into authentic leaders at the four organizations he has led, authored two bestselling books, and achieved 60X growth with his tech company in three years. In this episode, he talks about the others first culture and passion alignment for company scale. We also talk about how he's so far ahead of employees and what your employees want. Join us as we discuss the benefits and challenges of embracing others first culture and explore how passion alignment can be achieved to propel your company's success.

Welcome to our podcast, where we explore the importance of teams focused on customer success. In today's competitive market, organizations need to prioritize customer satisfaction to thrive. We discuss the key elements that make teams focused on customer success successful, including a deep understanding of customer needs, effective communication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Today's guest is Daniel Jaye, Founder, and CEO at Aqfer. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1165 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Aqfer is a software platform providing marketing solutions through a scalable framework, data management, and actionable real-time data insights. In this episode, Daniel talks about teams focused on customer success. He also talks about value and transparency. Join us as we dive into the challenges and opportunities of creating customer-centric teams and discover how you can drive exceptional customer experiences and long-term success for your organization. Join us as we dive into the challenges and opportunities of creating customer-centric teams and discover how you can drive exceptional customer experiences and long-term success for your organization.   Get the show notes for Teams Focused on Customer Success with Daniel Jaye at Aqfer Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #DanielJaye featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttDanielJaye   #TeamsFocusedonCustomer #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode997 #Inc5000 #softwareplatform #marketingsolutions   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

In today's ever-changing business environment, it's crucial for leaders to adapt their approaches and strategies to effectively guide and inspire the upcoming generation of talent. Leading the next generation requires a deep understanding of their unique needs, aspirations, and motivations. By embracing a collaborative and inclusive leadership style, leaders can create an environment where the next generation can thrive and contribute to their full potential. Today's guest is Brad Kugler, Co-founder, and CEO at DirectMail 2.0. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2538 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. DirectMail2.0 is a direct mail technology company that offers a cloud-based marketing platform that reports, enhances, and shows attribution of direct mail campaigns. In this episode, Brad talks about his insights and perspective on leading the next generation. He also talks about how leadership changes. Join us as we uncover the best practices, challenges, and opportunities involved in leading the next generation, and learn how you can become a leader who positively impacts the future.   Get the show notes for Leading the Next Generation with Brad Kugler at Direct Mail 2.0 Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #BradleyKugler featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttBradleyKugler   #LeadingtheNextGeneration #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode996 #Inc5000 #directmailtechnologycompany #cloudbasedmarketingplatform   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations must create an environment that nurtures creativity, risk-taking, and out-of-the-box thinking. We explore the key elements involved in building a culture that fosters innovation and provides practical insights and strategies to ignite innovation within your organization. Today's guest is Brian Minick, Founder, and CEO at ZeroBounce. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1954 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. ZeroBounce is an email validation and deliverability company helping 150,000-plus businesses land more emails in their customers' inboxes. In this episode, Brian talks about creating a culture that fosters Innovation. He also talks about failure and innovation. Join us as we dive deep into the power of fostering a culture that fosters innovation and empowers your team to push boundaries and achieve extraordinary results.   Get the show notes for Culture that Fosters Innovation with Brian Minick at ZeroBounce Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #BrianMinick featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttBrianMinick   #CulturethatFostersInnovation #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode995 #Inc5000 #emailvalidationcompany #deliverabilitycompany   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

When employees internalize and memorize your values, it creates a strong foundation for decision-making and behavior alignment. By consistently reinforcing and emphasizing these values, you cultivate a shared sense of purpose and a unified company culture. Employees who have memorized your values are more likely to exhibit behaviors that align with your organizational vision and mission. Today's guest is David Asarnow, Founder, and CEO at Business Nitrogen. Business Nitrogen is an international digital marketing agency based in Atlanta, Georgia, and works with clients around the world. They're the go-to experts for entrepreneurs, executives, and small business owners looking to monetize and accelerate their business results through Click Funnels marketing. In this episode, David talks about Why employees need to memorize your values. He also talks about tough conversations and client alignment. Tune in to discover why employees need to memorize your values and how they can positively impact your organization's success.   Get the show notes for Why Employees Need to Memorize Your Values with David Asarnow Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #DavidAsarnow featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttDavidAsarnow   #MemorizeYourValues #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode994 #Inc5000 #internationaldigitalmarketingagency   Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

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!