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How Leadership Dynamics Shape Small Teams in Startups
Summary:
Dr. Jim talks with Cleary CEO Thomas Kunjappu about leadership myths in HR. They discuss the importance of leadership in startups and personal branding for talent recruitment.
Thomas shares his transition from Twitter to his tech startup Cleary, highlighting personal brand importance in recruiting and vision communication. They debunk the myth that startups need leadership skills less, with Thomas stressing their importance in small teams and how reflection and iteration lead to business success.
Key Takeaways:
* Leadership dynamics significantly affect a small team's effectiveness and the speed of an organization's advancement.
* When moving from a large company to a startup, having a strong personal brand and network is crucial.
* Regularly evaluating results is essential to improve leadership tactics and approaches.
* Hiring for a startup means presenting an attractive vision and displaying convincing leadership to persuade people to take on the risk.
Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction to the conversation with Thomas Kunjappu, CEO of Cleary
00:01:03 Thomas shares his background and the founding of Cleary
00:02:02 Lessons learned from transitioning from Twitter to a startup
00:03:11 Overcoming the lack of an established brand as a startup
00:04:17 Dr. Jim asks Thomas about the HR myth he wants to bust
00:05:05 The importance of leadership skills in a startup environment
00:06:37 Impact of focusing on leadership competencies on team velocity
00:07:24 How progress and results indicate success in leadership
00:07:45 Closing remarks and contact information for Thomas Kunjappu
Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk
Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Thomas Kunjappu: linkedin.com/in/thomaskunjappu
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda
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By Nsightz IncSummary:
Dr. Jim talks with Cleary CEO Thomas Kunjappu about leadership myths in HR. They discuss the importance of leadership in startups and personal branding for talent recruitment.
Thomas shares his transition from Twitter to his tech startup Cleary, highlighting personal brand importance in recruiting and vision communication. They debunk the myth that startups need leadership skills less, with Thomas stressing their importance in small teams and how reflection and iteration lead to business success.
Key Takeaways:
* Leadership dynamics significantly affect a small team's effectiveness and the speed of an organization's advancement.
* When moving from a large company to a startup, having a strong personal brand and network is crucial.
* Regularly evaluating results is essential to improve leadership tactics and approaches.
* Hiring for a startup means presenting an attractive vision and displaying convincing leadership to persuade people to take on the risk.
Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction to the conversation with Thomas Kunjappu, CEO of Cleary
00:01:03 Thomas shares his background and the founding of Cleary
00:02:02 Lessons learned from transitioning from Twitter to a startup
00:03:11 Overcoming the lack of an established brand as a startup
00:04:17 Dr. Jim asks Thomas about the HR myth he wants to bust
00:05:05 The importance of leadership skills in a startup environment
00:06:37 Impact of focusing on leadership competencies on team velocity
00:07:24 How progress and results indicate success in leadership
00:07:45 Closing remarks and contact information for Thomas Kunjappu
Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk
Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Thomas Kunjappu: linkedin.com/in/thomaskunjappu
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda
Join us at HR Impact to learn and connect with a community of HR leaders just like you. This is the space where top people leaders share actionable insights and practical playbooks in fostering a high-performing workplace of the future.
Sign up as a member today for community updates on the latest HR resources and exclusive event invites: www.engagerocket.co/hrimpact