Human Capital Leadership

• Mastering the Art of Interviewing: Tools and Strategies for Hiring Exceptional Talent, with Jordan Burton

  In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jordan Burton about mastering the art of interviewing and tools and strategies for hiring exceptional talent. Jordan Burton has an unusual job—he’s a professional interviewer. Over the past 17 years, he has conducted several hundred multi- hour interviews with CEOs and other C-level candidates on behalf of major private equity firms and corporate Boards. He has leveraged his experiences to train the leadership teams of top VC/PE investors and high-growth companies to become exceptional at hiring and interviewing. Having trained over 3,000 executives and investors, Jordan is renowned for his skill in conducting rich, interactive conversations that delve deep into candidates’ personal and professional histories. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

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• Net Connected Score, A New KPI for Workplace Culture, with Dennis S. Holland

  In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dennis S. Holland about the Net Connected Score, a new KPI for workplace culture. As CEO, Dennis is leading Quantum Connections into a new era of innovation, expansion, and transformation. Leveraging the organization’s 40-year history of clinical innovations and philanthropic successes, he is charting an exciting path of sustainable growth through the delivery of transformative relational competency programs to new markets including corporations and nonprofits as well as educational, government, and faith-based institutions around the world. Dennis’ reputation for changing brand discussions from challenge to opportunity is met with his consistent success at driving remarkable market growth and thought leadership outcomes for numerous companies on a global scale. Examples include leading a large military-focused financial services turnaround that yielded a 45% increase in target market favorability within one year of launch; supporting a 10x growth in market cap for FIS (NYSE: FIS) through effective brand integration and product positioning for numerous acquisitions; and serving as an expert marketing resource for The Kellogg Companies, ATT, Worldpay, EDS, and other global brands. Dennis is the father of two beautiful, grown children. He’s an avid traveler with a goal of visiting every continent, an amateur photographer, and a diehard gym-goer, trail-walker, and beach fanatic. And as a member of the Knights of Columbus with his local church, he spends as much time as possible serving his community. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

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• Don't Just Tell Employees Organizational Changes Are Coming — Explain Why for Buy-in and Success, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD

  This article explores the critical importance of effective communication during organizational change, emphasizing that successful transformation requires more than simply announcing changes. It demonstrates how leaders must proactively build trust by explaining the rationale behind changes, addressing employee concerns with empathy, and fostering two-way communication throughout the process. Drawing on research and real-world examples, the authors illustrate how transparency helps overcome natural resistance to change by reducing uncertainty and giving employees a sense of control and partnership in the transformation. The article provides practical strategies for leaders to equip employees with necessary resources and training, measure ongoing engagement, and create a collaborative environment where change is viewed as an opportunity rather than a threat. Ultimately, it concludes that organizations achieve more successful transitions when leaders approach change as a partnership built on honest communication, understanding of emotional reactions, and mutual investment in long-term success.  

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• Empower Your Team, with David Gray

  In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with David Gray about empower your team. David Gray is the CEO of FedUp Foods, a leading external manufacturer for functional, flavorful beverages in North America. An innovator in his field, David leverages his wealth of experience to help companies grow in a way that positively impacts society and the environment. David’s work as a CEO centers around his commitment to community, culture and continual learning. David is a Six Sigma trained CEO and a 2022 winner of The Pros to Know Award which recognizes outstanding executives whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. A transformative leader, David drives impact through best-in-class performance improvement across internal and external clients, and lean and agile processes to enhance profitability. His uncanny ability to shift the way brands think, act, and go-to-market have made him a sought-after leader and motivator in the industry. Prior to joining FedUp Foods, David served as the President and CEO of GreenSeed, a global contract packager of natural foods. His diverse work experience across private equity and the food industry allowed him to scale GreenSeed into a high performing, positive-impact company which was recognized in 2015 as the 5th fastest-growing packaging company in North America. A highly requested speaker, David has presented on noteworthy stages at Mo Summit, Real Leader and Georgia Tech. He has served on boards domestically and internationally. David’s impressive track record is a testament to his experience and education, having studied at Yale University, Georgia Tech, and Hope College. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

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• Evolving Your Team So That It Doesn't Need a "Tie-Breaker", with Cameron Herold

  In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Cameron Herold about evolving your team so that it doesn't need a "tie-breaker". Cameron Herold has decades of experience in operations, scalability, company culture, and so much more. Cameron Herold, founder of the COO Alliance and the Invest In Your Leaders course, is known as the "CEO Whisperer" for helping top businesses like Sprint Telecom and a Middle Eastern monarchy double their profits and revenue within three years. Starting his entrepreneurial journey early, Cameron built two $100 million companies by age 35 and later drove 1-800-GOT-JUNK?'s growth from $2 million to $106 million in revenue and from 14 to 3,100 employees in just six years. A captivating speaker, Cameron has spoken in 26 countries across all 7 continents, including Antarctica. He is the top-rated lecturer at EO/MIT's Entrepreneurial Masters Program. Rich Karlgaard of Forbes calls him "the best speaker I've ever heard...he hits grand slams." Cameron is also an accomplished author of six books, including Vivid Vision and the global bestseller Double Double, endorsed by Seth Godin. He’s a frequent podcast guest, appearing on shows like The Jordan Harbinger Show, Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod, BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast,, and hundreds more, as well as has been featured in CNN, Forbes, Inc., HuffPost.  Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

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