{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Shift & Thrive: CEO Insights on Driving Change","title":"Talent Strategy in a Rapidly Evolving Tech World - Greg Toroosian - Shift & Thrive - Episode # 017","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3065,"description":"In this week’s episode, host Natalie welcomes Greg Toroosian, Founder and CEO of Samson Rose. They delve into a variety of topics including misconceptions about driving major change in organizations, the importance of diverse talent pools, and the necessity of strategic hiring at different growth milestones. Greg also discusses the shifting work environments post-COVID-19, emphasizing the trends towards hybrid and remote work, and how companies can adapt to retain talent.\n\nTakeaways:\nTo drive long-term success, it’s essential to incorporate diverse talent pools by actively exploring various networks. Engaging with different communities can provide fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, ultimately fostering an inclusive culture that attracts top talent from a wider range of backgrounds.\nRecognize the need to shed and hire new staff at different growth phases of the company. The person who fits the organization’s needs at the startup phase may not necessarily be the same as it scales. \nTo adapt to the new normal, organizations should offer remote or hybrid work options that meet the evolving needs of the workforce. This flexibility can help retain and attract top talent, especially from diverse geographic regions, enhancing employee satisfaction and broadening the talent pool.\nTo retain valuable talent, it's important to maintain open dialogues with employees regarding their current roles and future career progression within the company. By fostering these conversations, organizations can better understand employee aspirations and provide the support needed for their growth.\nLeaders should remain open to learning from their teams and the broader market to support both organizational and employee growth. By seeking feedback and staying attuned to industry trends, leaders can implement innovative practices that enhance performance and empower employees to excel in their roles.\nQuote of the Show:\n“The most successful CEOs that I've worked with realize they must be...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/_i5EPuGYYFp2bHR4XcuJ7-ysReSDO2duiik1rL79vjk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xY2Mz/MDFkOTMwNGU0ZTQ5/NDU4NjQwMTMxOTQx/NzcxOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}