What role does a company's culture play in talent acquisition and retention? Also, what strategies can leaders use to build trust in a fast-growing company?

Today’s guest is Jen Thornton, a talent strategy wizard with over 20 years of experience in leadership development and organizational growth. She’s not your typical HR professional; Jennifer has a knack for aligning business goals with the right talent, helping companies thrive in competitive environments.

Join Scott and Jen as they explore: 

* The importance of aligning talent strategy with business objectives.

* How to avoid the "talent cliff" in fast-growing companies.

* Using fractional hires to fill high-level roles affordably.

* The addiction to being right and its impact on leadership.

* Strategies for building trust in teams during periods of change.

* Effective communication methods to streamline business operations.

* The evolution of company culture as businesses scale.

* The significance of clear and concise communication in leadership.

* Using a talent strategy to drive measurable business outcomes.

Chapters for this episode: 

02:30 - Diving into Talent Strategy 

08:00 - Understanding the Talent Cliff 

15:00 - Developing a Culture that Scales 

22:00 - Smart Hiring: Fractional and Full-time Solutions 

28:30 - Leadership Challenges and Overcoming Bias 

34:00 - The Future of Communication in Business 

40:00 - Evolving Company Culture During Growth

Thanks to Jen Thornton for being on Business, Bourbon & Cigars. 

Connect with Jen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferrthornton/ 

Learn more about Jen via 304 Coaching: https://304coaching.com/about/ 

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