Why is strategic HR leadership essential for driving the success and growth of your business?

In this episode of The CEO Project, Jim Schleckser speaks with Dethra U. Giles, founder and CEO of ExecuPrep, a premier talent and performance management consulting firm. Dethra shares insights from her extensive experience in conflict resolution and organizational development, advocating for intentional career mapping and coaching as essential tools for advancing from managerial to executive roles. Together, they discuss the evolving role of HR professionals, emphasizing the importance of adopting a business-oriented mindset to drive strategic decision-making and effective communication with top executives. Dethra offers practical advice on cultivating a culture of recognition, enabling leaders to delegate effectively, and aligning organizational goals to achieve sustainable growth.

Key Takeaways:

→ How intentional career mapping and coaching help individuals transition from managerial to executive roles

→ Why HR professionals adopting a business-oriented mindset enhances strategic decision-making

→ How delegating responsibilities and creating systems drive organizational growth and scalability

→ Why praising specific behaviors motivates teams and improves performance, productivity, and profits

→ Why aligning HR strategies with organizational goals is critical for driving business success

More from Dethra U. Giles

ExecuPrep's Chief CEO and founder, Dethra’s mission is to architect frameworks that elevate businesses through strategic HR leadership. Her expertise in conflict resolution and organizational development is bolstered by a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification, enabling her to forge robust, high-performing teams.

In her dual role as a transformative keynote speaker, she leverages years of experience to inspire change and drive company-wide growth. Harnessing adept problem-solving skills and a passion for training and development, she is committed to nurturing talent and optimizing employee engagement and retention.

Contact: dugiles@execuprep.com

Website: https://www.execuprep.com/

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Are you stressed, anxious and burning out at work and ready to put a stop to it?

In this episode of The CEO Project, Jim Schleckser speaks with Michael D. Levitt, founder and Chief Burnout Officer of the Breakfast Leadership Network and host of the Breakfast Leadership Show podcast. Michael shares his personal experience with burnout and how he now helps, guides, and coaches others to overcome it in their own lives. Together, they explore strategies for overcoming burnout and recognizing its root causes. Michael offers practical advice for reducing worry and explains how organizations can create supportive workplace environments by communicating their core values effectively, helping to address and prevent burnout among employees.

Key Takeaways:

→ How recognizing what you can and can’t control helps reduce stress

→ Why unnecessary worrying leads to future burnout

→ How clear workplace expectations can minimize anxiety

→ Why understanding burnout prevention is crucial

→ How workplace well-being plays a key role in preventing burnout

More from Michael D. Levitt

Michael leads a multi-faceted media firm dedicated to tackling burnout and improving workplace culture. His expertise in these areas stems from his extensive background in HR leadership and executive coaching, which now informs the content produced by his company.

As a Certified NLP and CBT Therapist, Michael brings a unique perspective to the media content produced by his firm. His approach combines psychological insights with practical business strategies, offering valuable resources for individuals and organizations looking to prevent burnout and enhance workplace culture.

Contact: Michael@BreakfastLeadership.com

Website: https://www.breakfastleadership.com/

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Are you sacrificing your success and happiness by ignoring your core values in the decisions that matter most?

In this episode of The CEO Project, Jim Schleckser speaks with Dino Cattaneo, a veteran executive coach and branding expert with over 30 years of experience. Dino, the host of the Authentic Leadership for Everyday People Podcast, shares his journey from journalist to C-suite executive, offering deep insights into aligning personal values with professional decisions. Together, they explore the importance of cultivating open communication, debating ideas, and why emotional branding creates lasting relationships. Dino also highlights lessons he's learned from industry leaders on his own podcast, including memorable examples from companies like Nike and Snowbird, to illustrate how values drive branding and long-term success.

Key Takeaways:

→ How your core values guide your professional decisions.

→ Why branding is more than just a logo.

→ How saying no to the wrong opportunities benefits your business.

→ Why debating ideas is crucial for better outcomes.

→ How operationalizing company values impacts your organizational culture.

More from Dino Cattaneo

Dino Cattaneo has spent over 30 years partnering with business leaders across different industries in companies ranging in size from start-ups to Fortune 50 companies. After being a banker, strategic consultant, digital marketer and C-suite executive at a private equity backed company, Dino has started his own executive coaching and advisory practice.

Before embarking on his business journey, Dino was a journalist covering American business news for Italy’s largest news agency and wrote feature stories on successful small businesses for Italy’s largest entrepreneurship magazine.

Website: https://authenticleadershipforeverydaypeople.com/

Listen To The: Authentic Leadership for Everyday People Podcast

LinkedIn: @dinocattaneo

Instagram: @al4edp

Twitter/X: @dgcattaneo

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