In this episode, Traci Chernoff talks with Jason P. Carroll, a leadership strategist and founder of Aptive Index, where they discuss the importance of psychometric assessments in hiring and team dynamics. They explore the challenges of hiring, the role of ego in leadership, and the significance of understanding different work preferences.

This conversation pinpoints the need for engagement and retention strategies, the pitfalls of using assessments, and the value of diversity in the workplace. Jason also shares insights on how to leverage assessments to create stronger teams and improve organizational outcomes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Strategy

03:03 The Importance of Psychometric Assessments

06:12 Hiring Challenges and Solutions

08:54 Team Dynamics and Collaboration

12:02 Understanding Different Work Preferences

15:05 The Role of Ego in Leadership

18:11 Engagement and Retention Strategies

21:00 Pitfalls of Using Assessments

24:00 Diversity and Inclusion in Hiring

27:06 Conclusion and Call to Action

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About Our Guest: 

Jason P. Carroll is a leadership strategist and trusted advisor to businesses navigating growth and change. He’s the founder and CEO of Aptive Index, a company revolutionizing hiring and leadership practices with advanced psychometric assessments and strategic advisory services. Jason has guided leaders and organizations to achieve transformative results, including scaling Champion National Security from $24 million to $80 million. 

A Certified Executive Coach and Dare to Lead™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown, Jason is deeply committed to personal development and building inclusive, high-performing organizations. His work reflects a people-first approach, integrating innovative tools and compassionate leadership to align talent with organizational goals. 

Guided by core values of courage and generosity, Jason’s vision is to empower leaders to create workplaces where collaboration and resilience thrive.

Connect with Jason P. Carroll here:

• Website: https://jasonpcarroll.com/

• Follow Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonpcarroll/

• Tune in to Jason’s podcast Work Cultured 

• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/work-cultured/id1653494803

• https://open.spotify.com/show/0HeJOLtBHT0mqeQA7K7N8V 

Connect with Traci here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠

Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed.