In this episode of the Fractional Pros Canada podcast, host Robert Mendelson speaks with Kristan Strate, President and CEO of Synergy HR Consulting. They discuss the evolving landscape of HR, the importance of recognizing personal strengths and weaknesses in leadership, and the shift towards fractional leadership models. Kristin shares her insights on managing teams, the significance of coaching, and the role of AI in HR, emphasizing the need for human connection in sensitive situations. The conversation also touches on workforce planning, downsizing, and the value of building strong referral networks.
Takeaways
•Managing people is not my superpower.
•It’s important to recognize your weaknesses as a leader.
•Coaching leaders to self-reflect can reveal weaknesses.
•Delegation is crucial for effective leadership.
•Downsizing can lead to a more motivated team.
•Right-sizing workforce planning is essential for success.
•The bottom 10% strategy may overlook underlying issues.
•AI can handle transactional tasks but lacks human nuance.
•Building relationships is key to business growth.
•Listening to your team can reveal valuable insights.
Links
Kristan Strate: President & CEO – Synergy HR Consulting and Founder – FrankHR.io
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristanstrate/
Website: https://www.synergyhrc.net/
Ways to Tune In
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•YouTube- https://youtu.be/88MZorUWZ-0
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About Robert Mendelson: Fractional CMO
Robert Mendelson is one of Canada’s leading Fractional Chief Marketing Officers (Fractional CMO), bringing over 30 years of comprehensive marketing experience from both entrepreneurial ventures and major corporate roles. His practice is focused on driving significant growth for B2B and B2C clients within the eCommerce and manufacturing sectors.
A specialist in modern marketing strategy, Robert Mendelson utilizes generative AI to build custom AI agents and design efficient AI-powered workflows, providing his clients with a distinct competitive advantage. He implements the proprietary YORCMO framework, a system designed to deliver consistent, measurable marketing improvements and a clear return on investment.
As a central figure in the Canadian business landscape, Robert Mendelson founded Fractional Pros Canada, the country’s preeminent online community for fractional executives to connect, learn, and refer business. He is also the host of the popular Fractional Pros Canada podcast, where he shares insights with industry leaders.
For companies in Canada, the USA, and globally seeking expert fractional marketing leadership to scale their business, Robert Mendelson offers strategic guidance and proven solutions. To learn more about his fractional marketing services for the eCommerce and manufacturing industries, visit fractionalecommercecmo.com