“We are all in the people business.”  - Shelagh Cummins Have you ever mused about starting your own business? Or perhaps you have, and then returned to the job world. The two worlds are different, yes - and they share many similarities when it comes to what effective team leadership looks like. Today’s guest shares some clear examples of language and approach you can use when setting clear expectations and having uncomfortable conversations.  My guest is Shelagh Cummins. Shelagh is the Founder and CEO of The Road to Seven - a coaching, training, and financing company that guides women entrepreneurs in building a profitable and fulfilling business. Driven by an unwavering belief in the power of women entrepreneurs and their impact on both society and the economy, The Road provides the tools, the support, and the community needed to achieve their wildest dreams. The Road to Seven works tirelessly to rewrite the rules when it comes to capital access for this resilient and highly dedicated group of entrepreneurs. We must stop asking why women are not good investments and start asking how we can better invest in women. In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏  What it’s like to push way out of your comfort zone and do a TedX Talk! 🍏  My musings on why many Talent Leaders hesitate to come on the show 🍏  Tips on how to have uncomfortable conversations with team members 🍏  A refreshing approach to assessing women entrepreneurs for funding opportunities Links Shelagh Cummins on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  https://instagram.com/shelaghcummins and https://instagram.com/theroadtosevencapital  https://facebook.com/shelaghcummins  JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“Given the pace and volume of work these days, it’s critical that Talent leaders take the time to identify their most essential productivity-boosting activity.” Lisa Mitchell Do you sometimes wonder at the end of the day where all the time went?  Do you ever write down a task you’ve already done on your agenda just so you can check it off?  Me too.  And it bugs me!    I enjoy being productive.  It’s important to my work that I AM productive.  I bet the same can be said for you.  So in today’s solo episode, I am sharing a story about how I discovered my essential productivity-boosting activity. In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏 The definition of the “One Thing” 🍏 A reframe for what to do when you are feeling rushed and overwhelmed 🍏 Some self-coaching questions to help you identify your most essential productivity-boosting activity Links Book: The One Thing by Gary Keller JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca 

“I was surprised - it doesn’t matter what experience you have [as a newcomer].” - Nadiia Lagutina  Can you imagine packing up your whole life and your child and leaving your home because staying in a basement with bombs raining down outside is simply not an option?  Can you imagine not being able to find a comparable position and salary in your new country?  For some of you listening, you CAN imagine this. Unfortunately, for so many Ukrainian citizens and other people displaced by war around the world, these experiences are common. My guest is Nadiia Lagutina, an experienced Senior HR leader who is familiar with all the best HR practices and policies, and who knows how to effectively apply them in the workplace.    She was previously a senior HR leader in a massive global organization headquartered in Europe. She also holds 2 Masters degrees - one in Finance and one in Psychology.   Nadiia recently relocated to Canada from Ukraine because the war forced her to leave the country. In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏 The story of a new Ukrainian immigrant to Canada in terms of finding a comparable job 🍏 A source of pride in the kindness demonstrated by so many Canadians 🍏 The concept of organizational “values discovery” and “living artifacts” Links Nadiia Lagutina on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadiia-lagutina/  JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca 

“The [employment] landscape is going to change. It never stays the same.” - Sandra Sears  Are you responsible for Talent Acquisition?  Do you collaborate with search and staffing firms? Have you noticed some interesting new trends showing up in terms of candidate behaviour and the broader labour market?  Then this episode is for you! My guest is Sandra Sears. Sandra began in the staffing industry in 1993 after graduating from McGill University. Inspired by some great bosses, she started Staffworks in September 2000 at the corner of Bay and Bloor in Toronto.  With over 20 years in the industry, Sandra has assembled a team of driven, client-focused pros who are serious about providing their clients with top-tier candidates quickly, without cutting corners.  When she’s not working with her team, Sandra is likely hanging out with her three kids and Aussie Doodle Maggie or spending time on the squash or tennis court. In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏 The powerful role of relationships in an organization’s longevity 🍏 Insight into the current labour market and the behaviour of candidates 🍏 Reflections on how Covid drove a change of heart for many employers regarding remote work Links Sandra Sears on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrasearsstaffworks/ Staffworks:   https://www.staffworkscanada.ca/ JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Need to get moving on a big new Talent Initiative Strategy?  Get thought partner support, a time-tested template and focused time to work on your strategy in my next workshop! November 24, 2022 - 9am to noon EST  - Talent Initiative Strategy Workshop  Register here: https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/Talent-initiative-strategy-workshop   Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca 

“Instructional design [skills] are really powerful as a business person.”  - Caitlyn Beattie   Thinking about a career move?  Or perhaps you want to shift - now or later - from generalist to specialist or the other way around?  Listen into this discussion to spark your thinking! My guest is Caitlyn Beattie. Caitlyn is an established Human Resources leader, specializing as a Certified Training and Development Professional and Certified Coach.  Caitlyn is currently the Head of People & Culture at Fusion Homes, a customer-first Home Builder with a deep devotion to outstanding employee experience. She also is the founder of Caitlyn Beattie Coaching where she offers bespoke 1:1 coaching programs for millennial women who want to unleash their potential as leaders and advance in their careers.  In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏  An example of being intentional in your career and moving from specialist to generalist 🍏  The power of instructional design and why it’s valuable beyond L&D  🍏  Ideas for a “right-sized” Leadership Development Program Links Caitlyn Beattie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlynb/  Caitlyn Beattie Coaching: https://www.caitlynbeattiecoaching.com/  JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Need to get moving on a big new Talent Initiative Strategy?  Get thought partner support, a time-tested template and focused time to work on your strategy in my next workshop! November 24, 2022 - 9am to noon EST  - Talent Initiative Strategy Workshop  Register here: https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/Talent-initiative-strategy-workshop   Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca 

“Now, there’s no shame in making mistakes.  It’s how we learn a lot of the time.  But what if you could AVOID some of the most common mistakes in the first place?” - Lisa Mitchell Today I'm revealing 3 of the most common mistakes I’ve observed Talent leaders make - or that I’ve made myself.   In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏 Three of the most common mistakes I’ve observed 🍏 Practical ways to avoid these mistakes in the first place! Links Ways to work together: https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/work-with-us  JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks   Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca 

“Where can I get things for free and where can I get discounts?”  - Tracey Bissett Are you taking full advantage of all your benefits?  Or are you leaving money on the table?    Today’s episode is a bit of a departure for the show.  Instead of focusing on Talent Management and HR, we are focusing on YOUR financial fitness, both personally and at work!      My guest is Tracey Bissett.  As Chief Financial Fitness Trainer of Bissett Financial Fitness Inc., Tracey educates and empowers individuals, notably young adults, and entrepreneurs to take control of and live their financial lives with confidence. As a former executive at TD Bank, one of Canada's Big 5 Banks, Tracey has worked with and in support of thousands of individuals and entrepreneurs to secure the financing they needed.  This hands-on experience, coupled with her formal financial education, Masters of Business Administration and Chartered Financial Analyst designation, position Tracey uniquely to coach about all things money. Tracey is a full time professor in the financial services faculty within the Business School at Centennial College. She leads speaking engagements and is the Executive Producer and host of the Young Money podcast all focused on increasing financial fitness. Tracey was named the Silver Award winner for The IFSE Institute Award for Financial Literacy Champion through the Wealth Professional Awards 2020 and Bissett Financial Fitness Inc. a Worldwide Finance Awards 2020 winner.  In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏 What’s negative about the term “financial literacy” 🍏 Tracey’s top financial tips for people employed in the corporate world 🍏 Why, as a leader, you need to understand financial statements  Links Find Tracey Bissett here: Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceybissett/  Bisset Financial Fitness on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/10570745/admin/ Website: https://www.bissettfinancialfitness.com  Podcast: https://ymwithtraceybissett.libsyn.com  Twitter: https://twitter.com/bissettfinfit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bissettfinfit/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bissettfinfit/   Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/TraceyBissettTheMoneyCoachforEntrepreneurs  Canadian Securities Institute: https://www.csi.ca/en/?gclid=CjwKCAjw4c-ZBhAEEiwAZ105RehZxh6i3fK4PD9oUPUrh-U9vFR74OTOEKmii5K3XL0l88RlaN9foRoCzxQQAvD_BwE  Investopedia:  https://www.investopedia.com/  Financial Planners Canada JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca 

“How do we make it so that [people] SEE themselves in the process?”  - Suzannah Kelly There’s nothing more disheartening than designing or implementing a program or process and seeing it land with a thud.  That’s why it’s critical to involve your stakeholders early and often!  Listen to this episode to be inspired around how to help people see themselves in the processes and programs you implement.  My guest is Suzannah Kelly.  Suzannah is Vice President, Global Talent Management at Apotex Inc. She is an accomplished HR Executive with a 20+-year track record of success in leading enterprise-wide HR initiatives that support critical organizational growth and transition goals with broad experience across the financial services, pharmaceutical and consumer packaged goods industries. Over the course of her career, she has been called on to build and deploy new programs and drive transformation that deeply impact and improve organizational development, employee experience and customer experience. Suzannah is passionate about coaching as an enabler of personal, professional  and organizational growth and holds an Associate Certified Coach designation, accredited through the International Coaching Federation.    She obtained her Bachelor of Arts (Hons) at the University of Staffordshire in the United Kingdom. In addition to her CHRL and Coaching designation she has a certification in Adult Education - Instruction and Design and has completed the Queens School of Business Advanced Human Resources Management Program and Seton Hall University Health Care Compliance certification. In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏 An insider peek into the entrepreneurial side of pharmaceuticals 🍏 Ideas for leveraging data insights during a major HR digital transformation journey 🍏 Best practices for involving HR Business Partners and employees powerfully in programs developed by the Talent COE Links Suzannah Kelly on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/suzannahmkelly  JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca 

“We all know the best people don’t apply.”   Lou Adler Have you ever been frustrated by a small talent pool, a lack of qualified candidates, or by hiring managers fixated on candidates having certain degrees or credentials?   If yes, this episode is for you. My guest is Lou Adler.  Lou is the CEO and founder of Performance-based Hiring Learning Systems – a consulting and training firm helping recruiters and hiring managers around the world source, interview and hire the strongest and most diverse talent. Lou is the author of the Amazon top-10 best-seller, Hire With Your Head (John Wiley & Sons, 4th Edition, 2021), The Essential Guide for Hiring & Getting Hired (Workbench Media, 2013) and LinkedIn Learning’s Performance-based Hiring video training program (2016). The latest edition of Hire with Your Head describes how to implement Performance-based Hiring to build outstanding diverse teams.  Lou is one of the top bloggers on LinkedIn’s Influencer program writing about the latest trends in hiring, employment, and recruiting. His articles, quotes and research can now be found in Inc. Magazine, Business Insider, Bloomberg, SHRM and The Wall Street Journal. The company’s mobile ready Win-Win Hiring learning platform provides instant access to all of the tools needed to find and hire outstanding talent.   In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏  Insight into moving from “person” descriptions to job descriptions - with examples 🍏  Ideas for active sourcing of pre-qualified candidates 🍏  How to help hiring managers reduce their focus on a wish list of “required” credentials  Links Lou Adler on Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louadler/  Book: First Break All the Rules by Curt Coffman and Marcus Buckingham Book: Seven Habits for Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Book: Spin Selling by Neil Rackham JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca 

“Openness, humility and curiosity are hallmarks of people in Talent Management roles.” - Lisa Mitchell What’s the best way to celebrate a key accomplishment milestone - such as the one-year anniversary of your podcast?   Why, with family!   My 16-year-old son Patrick is the interviewer in this conversation where he helps me reflect on the challenges and learning I’ve experienced over the last year while creating 52 weekly episodes of Talent Management Truths.   PLUS as a bonus, Patrick shares his views on what it’s like being a teenager trying to map out your whole career path at the age of 15, as well as offering some ideas for my Youtube channel. In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover: 🍏 Why I decided to take on the monumental task of launching a podcast in the first place 🍏 What I’ve learned about Talent Leaders, the process and myself along the way 🍏 ****SPECIAL BONUS content - Musings from a modern teenager on the importance of trying different things as you figure out your career path Links The Talent Trust - our peer learning and mentoring community -  is open for enrollment!  Check it out here: www.thetalenttrust.ca    JOIN the Talent Talks Invitation List:  These FREE monthly discussions are for Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts:  https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Stay Connected Like what you’ve heard?  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to inspire you in your work facilitating the growth and potential of others!  You’ll hear about strategies and tools, successes and failures from other Talent leaders working the field today, just like you.   I would be extremely grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review. ” Thank you! Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/  Instagram: @greenappleconsulting  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca