Entrepreneur, business coach, and speaker Shivani Gupta has 30+ years of experience helping businesses thrive by engaging and nurturing talent. Shivani shares her insights on leadership, talent retention, and the importance of fostering a positive workplace culture. She discusses the concept of “Shoshin”, or a beginner's mindset, and how it can enhance leadership effectiveness.

She also delves into the challenges mid-sized businesses face in retaining key talent and the necessity of viewing employees as assets rather than liabilities. Shivani emphasises the importance of succession planning, effective feedback mechanisms, and coaching frameworks for managers. She concludes by discussing what constitutes a better business and the significance of personal growth through habits. 

Takeaways

• Shoshin encourages leaders to maintain an open and curious mindset.
• Engaging talent is crucial in today's talent economy.
• Employer branding is essential for attracting top talent.
• Mid-sized companies often struggle with retention due to limited opportunities.
• Viewing employees as assets fosters a positive culture.
• Succession planning helps mitigate the impact of employee turnover.
• Regular feedback enhances employee engagement and retention.
• Coaching managers can empower teams and improve accountability.
• A better business focuses on meaningful growth, not just scale.
• Conducting a time audit can help leaders prioritise effectively.

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Atomic Habits by James Clear https://amzn.to/3C4HcvP 

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