Talent Management Truths

Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“Senior leaders need options. They need options to say no to, options to say yes to.  They need options for buy-in, options for buyout.”    - Melissa LawEver struggled to create buy-in when recommending or implement a high stakes talent initiative?  Then listen to this episode!    My guest is Melissa Law, who is VP of Talent Management in a large seniors living organization.  She oversees several teams within her portfolio: talent acquisition, talent development, and total rewards.   Like a match that ignites a flame, Melissa ignites progress by envisioning what’s possible and inspiring change among the people and organizations she works with. Her passion for talent, growth and achievement are at the forefront of many professional and personal accomplishments.In today’s episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:Melissa’s insights into how Senior Leaders think and how to build buy-inHow Melissa started out in a Business degree and wound up in HR and Talent ManagementWhat sparked her passion and how she knew what she was meant to do with her lifeAbout Melissa Law:  Melissa has 25 years of progressive leadership experience, spanning four industries.  Melissa has had the opportunity to work with several large Canadian organizations including Walmart, and Aecon.  She is currently the VP of Talent Management at Revera, one of the largest Senior Living companies in Canada. In 2020, Revera won gold at the HR Canadian Awards in the category of Best Talent Management Strategy and Melissa achieved her designations of Associate Certified Coach and Certified Professional Co-Active Coach. Melissa is a graduate of Queen’s MIR Program as well as an active alumnus of Trent University where she received her Bachelor of Administrative Studies. Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“So ...it’s a year from now where we are celebrating the success of this initiative. What are we celebrating? What are you seeing? What are you hearing?”- Tania CervoniAre you and your organization currently spending energy thinking about the post-pandemic work environment?  What does a hybrid workplace look like?   How do we need to shift now that the status quo has been turned upside down?   If so, you need to listen to this episode.My guest is Tania Cervoni, who is Senior Practice Leader at the Canadian Management Centre.  In this role, she spends a lot of time researching and speaking to experts working in Talent Management regarding what are the best practices, the next practices, the right practices and then sharing and integrating these with clients.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:Tania’s first career and how burnout made her leaveWhat it’s like to have worked on both the corporate side and the consulting side of Talent ManagementThe number one challenge expressed by leaders regarding the post-pandemic workplaceAbout Tania Cervoni:  Tania is a talent development professional with over 20 years of experience in education, training facilitation and organizational development. She holds certifications in education, change management, and a variety of workshops, tools and assessments. She excels at creating experiences that shift mindsets and create tangible results for individuals and the organizations they work in. In her current role as Senior Practice Leader at Canadian Management Centre, Tania combines her expertise with her passion for personal transformation, to curate and design impactful learning solutions for clients.Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“Healthy conflict is good. Collegiality doesn’t necessarily breed collaboration.”Sherry DondoHave you ever worked in a company where the CEO determined that the culture needed to shift in a particular direction - to become more innovative, or assertive, for example?  What’s the best way to support the leaders of the organization in making this shift?  Listen to this episode for some highly practical ideas and examples. My guest is Sherry Dondo, who is the CHRO of a Canadian bank.   She has over 20 years’ experience as a senior executive in leading HR and Talent Management and is also a certified, practicing executive coach on the side!   Sherry’s perspective on conflict is refreshing and she shares it in our conversation - including her candid reflection on how her own approach to conflict has evolved over the years.  In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:Why healthy conflict is important to driving innovationHow leading with a point of view vs. focusing on pleasing everyone is a critical differentiator for Talent and HR leadersThe importance of taking a design thinking approach to how you develop and roll out your programsAbout Sherry Dondo:  Sherry is an active HR executive and professional coach with significant global cross-industry, executive leadership experience that she draws upon to help senior leaders be bold, think big, and step into the change they are imagining for themselves, their organization, and their business.  She helps leaders create an authentic and inclusive culture - where leaders bring their best self to work every day.Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

 “It’s so interesting that when we have taken a hit to our confidence, or we change contexts, we often overlook what we bring to the table.” - Lisa Mitchell During this episode of Talent Management Truths, I’m discussing confidence as it relates to Talent Management leaders.  As I’ve been working to get my podcast launched and out into the world, I’ve been speaking with leaders from all kinds of companies and industries, and I’ve noticed a common reaction amongst many leaders I’ve invited on the show:  “Who, me?”Perhaps as a profession, we’re just more humble :)  It got me thinking, though, about why this reaction seemed to be so frequent.In today’s episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:How important it is to challenge the stories in our heads when we face a change in contextWhy clarity of purpose is critical for pushing past feelings of not being good enough3 questions to help you think about how confidence is showing up for you these daysAre you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“They really don't want to spend their time in training as much as we love training. That's not what they're here to do. They're really here to take care of our patients. So [when naming our department], the word stewardship kept coming up. We have to be great stewards of our people’s time because their time is precious.” Susan Salomone, VP Talent StewardshipAre you and your organization currently spending energy thinking about the post-pandemic work environment?  What does a hybrid workplace look like?   How do we need to shift now that the status quo has been turned upside down?   If so, you need to listen to this episode.My guest is Susan Salomone, who is Senior Practice Leader at the Canadian Management Centre.  In this role, she spends a lot of time researching and speaking to experts working in Talent Management regarding what are the best practices, the next practices, the right practices and then sharing and integrating these with clients.In today’s episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:How to streamline a learning management system to keep your people happyWays to have difficult conversations while preserving motivationSusan’s top 3 tips for building buy-inAbout Susan Salomone:  Susan is the VP for Talent Stewardship at Amedisys. She has over 20 years of experience in learning and organizational development in the non-profit, academic, government, military, and corporate sectors. Susan earned her SHRM-SCP and recently earned her Associate Certified Coach credential from the International Coach Federation. She also has a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Georgetown University and a Master’s of Public Affairs from the University of Texas at Austin. Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“The trust piece comes when you’re able to say and say it comfortably, I don’t know the answer but I will find it out for you.”   - Julie FarnsworthEver feel like you simply don’t have time to dream up and implement a fully-realized program to support your employees?  Maybe the solution is actually much simpler.  Listen to this episode to explore how keeping it simple and informal can sometimes be the better approach.My guest is Julie Farnsworth, who is Vice President of Human Resources in a hospitality management company. Julie was key in helping her team and colleagues navigate the emotions of the pandemic in the hotel industry that was particularly hard hit.  She approaches her work with great energy and dedication, and shares some helpful food for thought around how to build trust as an HR professional.In today’s episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:A powerful example of persistence in going after the career you wantThe importance of candid, informal conversations in building trustHow 5 minutes of your time can be the greatest gift of allAbout Julie Farnsworth:  Julie is a  passionate human resources professional with over 25 years of leadership experience in both the private and public sector. Her leadership style is collaborative, approachable & has often been described as both strategic and tactical. She prides herself on authenticity & agility, and is seen to be down to earth and “real”; someone who really can tap into the needs of the people side of the business while still demonstrating solid business acumen.  She is currently the VP, Human Resources for a hospitality management company and holds a Master’s degree in Human Resources.  Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

 “When you get right down to it, people are people.” - Brian Cyr Are you and your organization currently spending energy thinking about the post-pandemic work environment?  What does a hybrid workplace look like?   How do we need to shift now that the status quo has been turned upside down?   If so, you need to listen to this episode.My guest is Brian Cyr, a certified coach and coach educator and a long-time entrepreneur as the owner and teacher at a chain of karate schools.  Brian brings a fresh and objective perspective to the broad topic of Talent Management.In today’s episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:The parallels between martial arts education and coaching in organizationsThe contrast between sports and corporate life when it comes to concept of practiceThe importance of language in creating experiences that move us in the direction we wantAbout Brian Cyr:  As CEO and Founder of a professional Martial Arts Organization, Brian brings 30 years of experience in personal and team development. With over 10,000 students taught, and over 12 locations across North America, Brian has worked with individuals of all backgrounds and skill levels, coaching them towards a “target success mindset”. For over 10 years, Brian has taught for the Adler Professional school, and hones his skills to high achieving individuals and companies, working with groups, and one on one, through an Adlerian approach.Brian’s style of coaching mastery on the coaching faculty for the Adler Graduate Professional School., martial arts expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit has allowed him to work with leaders and teams from all industries. He provides an experience rich with content and creates the right amount of discomfort for growth to transpire.LinksAdler Faculty of Coaching:  https://www.adler.ca/index.php/coachingAre you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

 “The approach that you take reflects the culture you have and the culture you aspire to have.” - Matt Price What does it take to create the right environment where people can truly thrive at work?   Could you use some inspiration about how to create trust in a post-pandemic, hybrid work environment?   Then hit play on this episode right now!My guest is Matt Price who is VP of HR East Europe for Unilever, the home of Dove personal care products, Seventh Generation laundry products, Knorr soups and many other globally-recognized brands. Matt is responsible for HR in a very large, diverse and complex region, and brings clear-eyed thinking and a truly strategic perspective to his work and to this conversation.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏 Why finding your purpose is a basic need🍏 How important it is to never come short on the basics when serving your workforce 🍏 Key insights into the concept of responsible restructuring  About Matt Price:  Matt is a business focused, collaborative and senior strategic HR leader & partner with national and global leadership experience across multiple industries in Fortune 500/FTSE 100 organizations. A trusted, energetic & approachable leader, high performing team builder and inspiring coach with a positive outlook and strong bias for action.  Matt has lived and worked in Canada, the US and the UK in a variety of HR leadership roles over the last 20 years.  Embracing hybrid working, Matt currently lives in Toronto, Canada and leads the HR function for Eastern Europe in Unilever consisting of over 20 countries and 4000 people. LinksMatt Price on Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-price-8003462/  Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

 “You have to budget your time for the important things.” - Jennifer Hall Our work lives are busy.   Jammed with meetings and to-do lists, and it can seem like there’s simply no space to do anything particularly well.  And what are the implications for our relationships at work when we are this busy?  How can we build and sustain trust?   I invite you to listen to this episode for insights that will get you thinking about your big rocks!My guest is Jennifer Hall who is Director of Human Resources for ACCES Employment, a charitable agency that assists job seekers from diverse backgrounds, who are facing barriers to employment, to integrate into the Canadian job market.  In her role, Jennifer is responsible for the full gamut of HR services, including DEI, recruitment, succession planning and L&D.  She believes that a healthy organization with effective and welcoming onboarding, strong L&D and engaging leadership has a tremendous impact on our lives at work.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  Why being “generous with your time” is essential🍏  What creating psychological safety in an organization actually looks like in action🍏  Ways to build trust with your internal customers so that you can build buy-in for the programs you know will workAbout Jennifer Hall: Jennifer brings 20 years’ experience in human resources and has a wide array of experience working in various industries and sectors, including employment services, financial services, event technology, consumer packaged goods, and both union/non-unionized, for-profit and non-profit sectors.  She leads the HR function at ACCES Employment and is currently building out the learning and development strategy for the organization.  Prior to that, she was in a scaling M&A environment in event technology and led the creation of all HR programs for newly merged companies. Jen has a full life to juggle with hybrid work, balancing family including kids at different ages and stages, and a cat and a doAre you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“Companies must resist the temptation to roll out too many programs and models, or to add new ones to the mix before earlier ones are fully baked in and having an impact. Patience and persistence are key.”- Lisa MitchellIn today's short solo episode, I’m talking about a very real challenge that I call the 0% ROI dilemma. Companies are spending more on learning and programming for employees now after months working virtually and the threat of the “great resignation.”This investment is a welcome thing - as long as it’s truly an investment and not just unfocused spending of development dollars.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  The reason it’s essential to cultivate patience and persistence in any program rollout 🍏  5 practical ways to avoid the 0% ROI dilemma Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“It’s not all about the content they are getting...but the whole experience that they live throughout that process as well.” - Adrian Martin It can be tough to be strategic when it comes to learning programs.  Sometimes companies resort to flavour of the month, one-off programming that doesn’t really fit the organization’s true needs and values.  So how do we do strategy better and work in a more learner-centric way?   Listen to this episode for some thoughts around how a focus on the end result and the creative use of technology can assist the realization of a more strategic and learner-centric approach.  My guest is Adrian Martin who is the Learning and Development Manager for IPEX Group of Companies, a leading company in thermoplastic piping systems.  In his role, Adrian leads the development and implementation of development programs that support business performance.   He has a particular interest in and skill at using technology to save time and streamline processes in his department so that there is more time to focus on strategy and good design.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  Things to consider when designing in a learner-centric way🍏  The importance of stakeholder involvement when shifting from in-person to virtual learning🍏  The connection between confidence and leveraging all the tools in your toolkit About Adrian Martin:  Adrian Martin is a dynamic, passionate, versatile, and tech-savvy Learning & Development professional. With years of experience in various roles held across multiple industries, such as Telecommunications, Manufacturing and Retirement Living, he has explored many methodologies and concepts. One of his strongest beliefs is that the connection built with learners, and the experience provided to them, are two of the most important aspects of their learning journey.LinksAdrian Martin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriAre you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“Balance [responding to requests for advice] with creating space for others around me to share their insights and learnings.” - Plezzie RamirezStrategic partnerships are an essential building block when it comes to making a positive impact and implementing important Talent and HR programs.  They are also tricky to establish sometimes because of the sheer range of people and opinions and perspectives a talent leader might encounter for a single initiative.   What’s an approach that can work across personalities and industries?   Listen to this episode for some inspiration and ideas from a talent leader who excels in the art of connection.   My guest is Plezzier Ramirez who is the Director of HR for Conservation Halton, a conservation authority in Southern Ontario.   Plezzie oversees all HR and Talent activity as part of the Senior Leadership team at CH and has been instrumental in implementing some important and timely initiatives such as an EDI Framework, and an Emerging Innovation Leaders program.  She is driven to make a difference for the people she supports, every day.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  Advice for building strategic partnerships as an HR professional🍏  The importance of creating space as a leader🍏  The benefits of assuming positive intent About Plezzie Ramirez:  Plezzie Ramirez is a balanced, influential and driven HR Leader with diverse global experience and is a proven developer of high performing teams. She is passionate about Talent management and has deep experience spanning all facets of Human Resource Management and strategic HR Leadership.  She is currently the Director, HR at Conservation Halton.  Prior to CH, she held leadership roles at Chartwell Retirement Residences, Walmart Canada and The Hospital for Sick Children. Plezzie grew up in Toronto and is bilingual in Spanish/English; she brings an EDI lens to her leadership and strategic HR Partnerships.   She is passionate about mentoring and coaching others Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“I have the confidence now...to be extremely immediate in my decision-making, as long as I map my decisions to our values.”- Glen BlairHow has the pandemic affected you and your organization?   Everyone has been touched in some way or another, and much of the impact has been negative.  It’s also had an interesting flip side - a more positive impact, in many cases.  Today’s guest credits the pandemic as a sort of catalyst that has elevated his skills and outlook in important ways. My guest is Glen Blair who is currently Senior Manager, Learning Design & Technology Operations at the Home Depot Canada - an organization with over 32,000 associates across the country.Glen has a wealth of experience supporting and leading learning across several diverse industries, including healthcare, telecom and retail.  In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  How encountering resistance can lead to watershed moments🍏  Which leadership skills grew the most as a result of Covid 🍏  The impact of empowerment on engagementAbout Glen Blair:  Glen has been in the learning and development field for over 25 years across the telecommunications, public health sector, financial and retail industries.  Glen is the thought leader for the learning design and operations functions at the Home Depot Canada, with a focus on the continuous evolution of people-centric, innovative technology solutions supporting over 30K associates nation-wide.LinksGlen Blair on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/glenblairlearningpro Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“You don’t need to have all the answers. You need to discover the information to help inform what the decision may be. “-Christina ClevelandEver wondered what it might be like to lead Learning in a very large company with a senior leadership team that talks regularly about concepts like growth mindset?  Are you curious about what innovative new practices are being adopted by  the more massive organizations who have put significant effort and investment into building their learning teams and programs? Then this episode is for you!My guest is Christina Cleveland who is the Senior Director of Learning and Performance, Strategy and Innovation at RBC. In her role, she oversees the learning strategy for human-centric and future focused skills, core compliance, performance enablement and what she refers to as learning modalities for tomorrow.  Christina is a highly skilled talent leader with experience in both consulting and as a corporate learning professional.  She fell into learning early on in her career and went on to complete her B.Ed in Adult Education as well as a brain-based coaching certificate.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  What are adaptive micro-learning experiences 🍏  The importance of user experience design in shaping content and delivery modalities🍏  Why it’s important for talent leaders to not be afraid to paint a picture of risks or point out where things may not workAbout Christina Cleveland:  Senior Director - Learning & Performance, Strategy & InnovationChristina leads RBC’s Strategy & Innovation team in Learning & Performance which covers the portfolios of Compliance, Innovation, Performance Enablement, Learning Product & Program Management. Christina brings experience managing complex global projects, empowering high-performing teams and developing people and leadership strategies to maximize organizational effectiveness.  Christina earned her B.Ed majoring in Adult Education from Brock University and her B.A. Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“Culture does not happen overnight.” - Morgan StorieHave you ever wanted to make change happen faster?   To create big, meaningful culture shifts sooner rather than later?  This episode will serve as inspiration for patience on the journey and highlights the importance of a transparent, agile and culturally-appropriate approach to getting feedback and buy-in.My guest is Morgan Storie who is the SVP Global People and Organizational Development for IMAX.   Morgan is responsible for building the talent strategy that will take IMAX to the next stage in terms of their employee value proposition.   She is a highly agile and engaged leader, and you will hear about how she is currently making the transition from leading the HR Business Partnering function, to a more singular focus on talent development.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  The importance of dynamic skills in today’s environment🍏  What an enterprise leadership mindset looks like in action🍏  The learning that is possible through global hands-on experience About Morgan Storie:  Morgan Storie is a seasoned, strategic Human Resources Executive who has spent the last 10+ years of her career working for IMAX Corporation where she has worked with their teams to grow and scale their business and International presence into more countries than Starbucks. She has led the HR business partner team through many organizational redesign and business transformation initiatives, including crisis management during the COVID pandemic. As the company pivots into a highly successful recovery, Morgan is taking on the Global Talent & Organizational Development function at IMAX.Holding an MBA specialized in HR and having worked in the Financial and Professional Services sectors, Morgan has led her functions through a business lens that has assisted HR in aligning to the agile needs of any organization she has been engaged with.   A proud wife and mother of 2 boys, she is kept busy with their swim, baAre you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“When I choose to do the opposite of what I feel like doing - curling up in a lonely ball for instance - and just reach out a little to my brilliant network of friends and colleagues and clients and acquaintances, I start to come back to myself.” - Lisa Mitchell As Covid and the headlines  wear us down even further - it can be easy to retreat inside ourselves - to put a sort of isolation helmet on that muffles the world and people around us. This kind of retreating feels easy at the moment, and yet it’s damaging when sustained. SO much so that the UK government actually created a Minister for Loneliness post in 2018.  So what is the antidote?  The antidote is the deliberate creation of community and belonging vs. waiting for it to come to you.Tune in to this episode of Talent Management Truths for some inspiration and ideas on how, with a little intention, you can create the community and sense of belonging you deserve.“It takes collaboration across a community to develop better skills for better lives.”  - Jose Angel GurriaIn today’s episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏 The importance of being an initiator when feeling disconnected 🍏 The impact of community and belonging on our success 🍏 Insights about creating a deliberate social ecosystem of learning  Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“Trying to understand and learn from others is key to continual success.”-Deborah Scott Ever wonder why certain companies get a spot on those “Top Employers” lists?  Have a listen to this episode for some insider information on how to craft a compelling culture that employees want to be part of.  My guest is Deborah Scott who is VP of HR and Facilities Operations at Panasonic Canada. Deborah is passionate about reviewing and refining Panasonic’s corporate culture and works to foster an environment where employees feel welcomed and respected.  Under Deborah’s leadership, Panasonic Canada Inc. earned the honour of becoming one of the GTA’s Top Employers in 2020, 2021 and 2022!In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏 Key considerations for being an “top employer”🍏 How HR and Facilities Operations are interrelated🍏 Why you need to become a sponge for learning About Deborah Scott:  Deborah Scott brings 20+ years of talent management experience to her role as Vice-President, Human Resources and Facilities Operations at Panasonic Canada Inc.She was initially attracted to Panasonic because of the opportunity to take on a dynamic role in a multinational organization that invests in research and development to create the latest technologies, while simultaneously remaining a trusted and reliable household name.  Prior to joining Panasonic, Deborah held key positions in HR for an integrated communications firm, a software solution company and for a large Canadian financial institution where she led a wide variety of leadership, customer service, diversity and technical training programs.Known for her professionalism, integrity, honesty and transparency, Deborah believes strong relationships and listening are cornerstones to success in HR. Her goal as Vice President is to continuously build trusted relationships with employees at every level across the organization. LinksDeborah Scott on Linkedin: Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

When it comes to succession planning], one of the most important things is to learn to walk before you run.”-Melissa LawSuccession planning is often a core responsibility for Talent Leaders. So much so, I decided to dedicate an entire episode to the topic.  From ideas for how to do 9-box right, to whether it’s time to move on from the 9-box, we cover it here.  This episode is your chance to hear two seasoned succession-planners discuss (very enthusiastically) what they’ve learned about succession planning and targeted talent development since first encountering it in the 90’s.My guest is Melissa Law who is a former Talent Management executive and current Leadership Coach and this is her second visit to the show!  I received so much positive feedback about her episode that it was obvious I needed to have her back!  If you haven’t already listened to her episode, I invite you to go back and check out Episode #1.   Melissa is highly accomplished and articulate and I was so interested in our discussion, I forgot we were recording!In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  How to move beyond the frustration of a “check the box” exercise🍏  Several facets of agility to consider when assessing “potential”🍏  Ideas for creating Acceleration Pools of talent About Melissa Law:  Melissa has 25 years of progressive leadership experience, spanning four industries.  Melissa has had the opportunity to work with several large Canadian organizations including Walmart, and Aecon.  She recently left her role of VP of Talent Management at Revera and is now the Founder of Sunrise Coaching.  Melissa is an Associate Certified Coach and Certified Professional Co-Active Coach. She is also is a graduate of Queen’s MIR Program as well as an active alumnus of Trent University where she received her Bachelor of Administrative Studies.Links and ResourcesMelissa LawAre you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca

“Make sure that whatever you create is scalable, whether up or down.”-Krista ClarkHave you ever implemented a wonderful program that you worked incredibly hard on - and then were dismayed later on (after months? years?) when it became apparent that it was no longer making the grade?   It’s easy to let things be as they are, and yet that’s how opportunities get missed. Listen to this episode for some common-sense inspiration on becoming more consistently agile and responsive to changing needs.My guest is Krista Clark who is Talent Leader at Liberty Utilities.  Krista is responsible for anything talent - from succession planning to leadership development and has had a busy year rolling out some major talent programs. Previously, she built her deep knowledge of talent management across various industries ranging from tech to aviation to consulting to retail. She enjoys problem solving and figuring out how to support and equip the leaders in her organization.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you’ll discover:🍏  How to ensure leaders and employees are getting what they need in terms of learning - in a way that suits them and the environment in which they work🍏  How to create a “buzz” gradually around the value of the Talent department and get buy-in🍏  Why it’s critical to help employees take ownership of their own careers and learning About Krista Clark:  A creative problem solver when it comes to talent, Krista helps organizations create talent strategies and then identify, develop and promote people while keeping it simple. Having fallen into talent and L&D early in her career, she became passionate about helping leaders develop themselves, their teams and ultimately making their workplaces inclusive and productive where people can bring their best selves every day. Recently started in the utilities space, she is excited to see the possibilities in helping foster talent to help drive the future of Liberty.LinksKrista Clark on Linkedin: Are you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let’s chat and see if there’s a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and 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 Share the Show Like what you’ve heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca