Growth Think Tank

Living the values for alignment is a critical component of personal and professional success. It involves aligning your beliefs with the core values of your organization. By doing so, you can create a sense of purpose and meaning in your life and work towards achieving your goals. Today's guests are Rob Sanchez, CEO, and Heather Buxton, Chief People Officer at Anteriad. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3994 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Anteriad is a business-to-business marketing firm providing clients full-funnel account-based marketing and demand generation platform, world-class data and analytics, and omnichannel performance marketing. In this podcast, we will explore the importance of living the values for alignment with Rob and Heather. Rob also talks about how he continues to evolve as a leader. Tune in to learn more about living the values for alignment and achieving greater success and fulfillment in all aspects of your life.   Get the show notes for Living the Values for Alignment with Rob Sanchez and Heather Buxton at Anteriad Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #RobSanchez #HeatherBuxton featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttRobSanchezHeatherBuxton   #LivingtheValuesforAlignment #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode973 #Inc5000 #businesstobusinessmarketingfirm #fullfunnelaccountbasedmarketing Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Delegation is essential for any business that wants to grow. It allows you to free up your own time so that you can focus on the bigger picture, while still getting all the work done. When you delegate better, you are able to focus on the most important aspects of your business while still getting critical work done. Today's guest is Jenna Spencer, founder, and CEO at AssistPro. Inc Magazine ranked her company #3409 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. AssistPro is a solution for solopreneurs and small business owners. They are an executive assistant matching and delegation coaching service created to free up time and create growth for busy leaders. In this episode, Jenna talks about how to delegate better and grow your company. She also talks about recognition and investing in yourself. Listen to the podcast to discover more tips and strategies, you can learn how to delegate better and grow your company faster than ever before.   Get the show notes for Delegate Better and Grow Your Company with Jenna Spencer at AssistPro Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #JennaSpencer featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJennaSpencer   #DelegateBetter #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode972 #Inc5000 #solopreneurs #executiveassistant #delegation #coachingservice Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Your executive assistant can be a valuable asset in managing your workload and ensuring that you are able to focus on high-priority tasks. By leveraging their skills and expertise, you can increase your productivity and improve your overall performance. To optimize your relationship with your executive assistant, it is important to establish clear expectations and communicate regularly. Additionally, you should provide them with the resources and support they need to be successful in their role. Today's guest is Trivinia Barber, founder, and CEO at Priority VA. Priority VA serves overwhelmed, change-making Founders, CEOs, and Small Business Owners by sourcing the Executive Assistants they can trust to delegate, outsource, and eliminate the tasks they don’t know how to do, don’t want to do, or don’t have time to do so they can create, lead, and disrupt! In this podcast, Trivinia will discuss how to optimize your relationship with your executive assistant. She also talks about time audit and building trust with your executive assistant. Tune in to learn more about how to maximize the value of your executive assistant and achieve greater success in your work.   Get the show notes for How to Optimize Your Relationship with Your Executive Assistant with Trivinia Barber at Priority VA Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #TriviniaBarber featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttTriviniaBarber   #YourExecutiveAssistant #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode971 #VirtualAssistant #ExecutiveAssistant Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Leading a team is a critical skill for success in any business or organization. It involves creating a shared vision, setting goals, and motivating team members to work towards achieving those goals. Leading a team also involves building a strong culture that aligns with the company's values and mission. Today's guests are Rob Volk, Founder & CEO, and Megan Zeeck, Chief Human Resources Officer at Foxbox Digital. Inc Magazine ranked his company #121 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Foxbox Digital is s an award-winning digital product agency, headquartered in Chicago. They partner with clients ranging from high-growth startups to Fortune 500 companies and everyone in between to design, develop, and deliver successful digital experiences. In this podcast, Rob and Meagan talk about the core elements of leading a team for fast growth. They also talked about values alignment and ownership. Listen to the podcast to discover more about the best practices for leading a team and how to develop the leadership skills necessary for success in a fast-paced business environment.   Get the show notes for Leading a Team for Fast-Growth with Rob Volk and Megan Zeeck at Foxbox Digital Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #RobVolk #MeganZeeck featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttOrrinKlopper   #leadingateam #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode970 #Inc2022 #digitalproductagency Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Protecting your culture is essential for maintaining a positive and productive work environment. It involves creating and maintaining a set of values, beliefs, and behaviors that reflect the company's identity and mission. By doing so, organizations can create a strong foundation for growth and innovation. Protecting your culture also involves recruiting and retaining employees who align with the company's values and behaviors. By hiring individuals who share the company's core values, organizations can maintain a cohesive and productive workforce. Today's guest is Orrin Klopper, Founder, and CEO at Netsurit. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2630 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Netsurit is a managed IT services provider optimizing the design and implementation of IT environments and securing business-critical apps and infrastructure. In this episode, Orrin talks about the importance of protecting your culture for the growth of your organization. He also talks about over-communicating and knowing your employee's dreams. Tune in to learn more about the strategies for protecting your culture and how it can positively impact your organization's growth and success.   Get the show notes for Protecting Your Culture for Growth with Orrin Klopper at Netsurit Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #OrrinKlopper featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttOrrinKlopper   #protectingyourculture #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode969 #Inc2022 #managedITservicesprovider #ITservicesprovider Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Companies that promote from within have a competitive advantage over those that rely heavily on external recruitment. Creating a culture where you promote from within is an effective way to improve employee retention and build a more engaged and loyal workforce. It demonstrates a commitment to employee growth and development, which can lead to increased job satisfaction and motivation. To promote from within, organizations must have a clear career progression plan and offer opportunities for upskilling and professional development. Today's guests are Tom Carolan, Co-founder and CEO and Jennifer Rollins, the Senior HR Advisor at Digital Market Media. Inc Magazine ranked their company #2276 and recipient of the Power Partners Award. Digital Market Media is a national award-winning performance marketing company that enables the world's leading brands to acquire valuable new customers at scale. Providing media buying, lead generation, and live transfer calls for the insurance, financial services, and healthcare sectors. In this podcast, Tom and Jennifer talk about the benefits when organizations promote from within and create a culture that fosters career growth and advancement opportunities. They also talk about shared goals and values alignment. Tune in to learn more about creating a culture where you promote from within and strategies for developing and retaining top talent.   Get the show notes for Creating a Culture Where You Promote From Within with Tom Carolan and Jennifer Rollins at Digital  Market Media Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #TomCarolan #JenniferRollins featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttTomCarolanJenniferRollins   #PromoteFromWithin #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode968 #Inc2022 #performancemarketingcompany Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Leading a versatile team requires a leader to be adaptable, open-minded, and skilled in managing different personalities and work styles. When you are leading a versatile team, it is important to embrace diversity and encourage open communication. Leading a versatile team also involves providing the right tools and resources to ensure each member can contribute to their full potential. Today's guest is Chris Lee, founder, and CEO at Reel Axis. Inc Magazine ranked his company #4273 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Reel Axis is a full-service B2B demand generation agency that specializes in the design and execution of go-to-market programs. They focus on a flywheel approach to attract, engage, and delight prospects and customers along their buyer's journey. In this podcast, Chris talks about effective strategies for leading a versatile team. He also talks about the agile approach and playing to their niche. Tune in to learn more about the techniques for leading a versatile team.   Get the show notes for Leading a Versatile Team with Chris Lee at Reel Axis Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #ChrisLee featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttChrisLee   #LeadingaVersatileTeam #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode967 #Inc2022 #B2Bdemandgenerationagency #gotomarketprograms Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Hiring the right people the right way is crucial for the success of any organization. It is important to find candidates who have the required skills and experience and fit well with the organization's culture and values. Investing time and resources in hiring the right people the right way can lead to significant long-term benefits for the organization. It can improve productivity, enhance employee satisfaction, and reduce turnover. Today's guest is Aaron VanderGalien, founder and CEO at Deksia. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3889 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Deksia is a strategic marketing agency providing a team of creative entrepreneurs to quickly and efficiently develop and implement successful marketing campaigns. In this episode, Aaron shares the importance of hiring the right people the right way. He also talks about the values inside the hiring process and how he spends the majority of his time growing and evolving. Tune in to learn more about hiring the right people the right way and how to develop an effective hiring strategy for your organization.   Get the show notes for Hiring the Right People the Right Way with Aaron VanderGalien at Deksia Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #AaronVanderGalien featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttAaronVanderGalien   #HiringtheRightPeopletheRight Way #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode966 #Inc2022 #strategicmarketingagency #marketingcampaigns Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

A company's growth requires strong leadership to guide the organization toward its goals and vision. An effective leader is able to inspire and motivate their team, make informed decisions, and create a positive work environment that fosters innovation and success. Without strong leadership, a company may struggle to achieve its objectives and may experience obstacles that hinder growth and progress. Today's guest is Kara Brown, Founder, and CEO at LeadCovearge. Inc Magazine ranked her company #2101 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. LeadCoverage is a premier B2B marketing and PR firm that helps companies develop, or boost, lead generation through targeted marketing strategies and media coverage that drives inbound conversions and measurable marketing ROI. In this episode, Kara talks about how a company's growth requires strong leadership. She also shared how was she evolving as a leader. Join me and learn more about why a company's growth requires strong leadership and how it can make a difference.   Get the show notes for  Company Growth Requires Strong Leadership with Kara Brown at LeadCoverage Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #KaraBrown featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttKaraBrown   #GrowthrequiresStrongLeadership #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode965 #Inc2022 #B2Bmarketing #PRfirm Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Leveraging business transparency helps to build trust and credibility with employees, leading to a more engaged and motivated workforce. Having open and honest communication fosters a positive company culture and enhances employee satisfaction. It also leads to improved decision-making, increased accountability, and a more successful business overall. Today's guest is Natalie Nathanson, Founder, and CEO at Magnetude Consulting. Inc Magazine ranked her company #4351 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Magnetude Consulting is a global B2B marketing firm specializing in integrated marketing strategy consulting and program services for growing tech-related businesses. In this episode, Natalie talks about leveraging business transparency and what usually gets in the way of it. She also talks about cultural alignment and updating core values to make sure it's keeping pace. Tune in and learn more about Leveraging business transparency and how it can make you an effective leader.   Get the show notes for Leveraging Business Transparency with Natalie Nathanson with Magnetude Consulting Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #NatalieNathanson featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttNatalieNathanson   #LeveragingBusinessTransparency #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode964 #Inc2022 #B2Bmarketing #integratedmarketingstrategy Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!