In this episode, Anthony Amunategui and Tracy Austin discuss the complexities of optimizing talent within organizations. They explore the importance of employee engagement, the significance of fit and team dynamics, and effective interviewing techniques. The conversation also delves into the challenges of hiring, creating growth pathways for employees, and defining company culture. Throughout the discussion, they emphasize the need for a human capital strategy that fosters growth and adaptability in a rapidly changing work environment. In this conversation, Anthony Amunategui and the host discuss the importance of setting clear expectations for employee engagement, the role of systems in facilitating transformation, and the challenges of navigating role flexibility and employee retention.

Traci Austin, founder of Elevated Talent Consulting and author of Get Rooted, Get Rich. With over 20 years of HR experience, Traci helps organizations align their people strategies with business goals by creating values-driven cultures and sustainable talent pipelines. In this episode, we explore how to set employees up for success, build leadership that adapts to individual needs, and stop burnout before it starts.

Chapters:
00:00: Optimizing Talent and Leadership
02:59: Understanding Employee Engagement
06:00: The Importance of Fit and Team Dynamics
08:55: Effective Interviewing Techniques
11:53: Hiring Challenges and Solutions
15:04: Creating Growth Pathways for Employees
17:58: Defining and Cultivating Company Culture
26:30: Setting Expectations for Engagement
32:23: The Importance of Systems in Transformation
39:32: Navigating Role Flexibility and Employee Retention
46:22: Understanding Employee Stress and Culture
50:37: The People Strategy Podcast Overview

TRACI'S INFO:
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