Joelle LaGuerre, Founder, PRO-YOU and HCI Sr. Faculty says it best when she states “fixed mindset is a prove yourself mindset and growth mindset is an improve yourself mindset”. In this episode, we explore the concept of Dr. David Rock’s growth mindset and its value to the workplace. Valuing a growth mindset encourages failing, innovation, Dan Pink’s concept of “non-commissioned work” and providing critical feedback. Throughout the conversation, Joelle also shares some of the obstacle's organizations may experience while building a learning culture built on a growth mindset.

Nine To Thrive HR

Advocating for a Growth Mindset

Cindi welcomes Amrita Subramanian, a former Fortune 500 VP with decades devoted to helping organizations thrive amid crisis. Amrita shares her personal journey from a convent upbringing with selective mutism to becoming a professor teaching post-crisis leadership. Our discussion delves into Amrita's recent study exploring the profound insights of pain leading to growth, trauma, and the language of renewal. We explore the ideal role of organizations in creating space for self-expression and authenticity as a response to post-traumatic growth.

Amrita’s global study represented 13 countries, 30 highly successful adults representing12 languages, 17 industries, and brought substantive evidence of growth post the pandemic. The two main aspects of post-traumatic growth evident in adults are appreciation of life and newer possibilities. For more information, or to reach Amrita: https://growbeyondpain.com

Grow Beyond Pain: A Conversation with Amrita Subramanian

Partnering with expert Dr. Robert Hernandez, a Jungian-trained psychologist, this episode explores the emerging paradigm of ego-self access leadership. Dr. Hernandez shares his journey of marrying Jungian psychology with leadership development, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and emotional intelligence in today's leaders. From uncovering the complexities of the ego to navigating the shifting landscape of organizational culture, this episode offers insights into developing strong, emotionally intelligent leaders poised to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Discover the transformative power of authenticity and charisma as essential components of effective leadership in the digital age. Tune in for a captivating conversation on the future of leadership and the path to success through self-awareness and genuine connection.

Cultivating Authentic Leadership: Insights from a Jungian Psychologist

Join host Cindi Koetzle in this episode of "Nine to Thrive HR" as she dives into the topic of outcomes versus outputs with guest expert Janice Fraser. Janice, a partner and senior strategist at Janice Fraser Consulting, brings her extensive experience in Silicon Valley and beyond to explore the philosophy behind valuing outcomes over plans. Together, they discuss how modern businesses can navigate dynamic environments by orienting honestly towards goals, leveraging the collective intelligence of teams, value outcomes and making durable decisions. Through practical examples and insightful discussions, listeners gain valuable insights into transforming leadership approaches to drive innovation and achieve extraordinary results. Tune in to discover how embracing outcome-oriented road mapping can revolutionize your organization's approach to HR, talent management, and business strategy.

Outcome-Oriented Roadmapping: Moving Farther, Faster and with Less Drama

In this episode of "Nine to Thrive HR," host Cindi Koetzle explores the power of professional branding with guest Chellie Phillips, owner of Successfully Ever After. Chellie shares her transformative career journey, highlighting the importance of personal branding, especially after experiencing a career-changing event. She offers practical tips for HR professionals to support employees in developing their personal brands, ultimately benefiting the entire company. Chellie drills into strategies for building a strong professional brand for personal career growth and the link to organizational engagement and retention. Join us for an inspiring conversation about turning challenges into opportunities and the lasting impact of effective personal branding.

Successfully Ever After: Career Growth through Branding

In this episode of Nine to Thrive HR, host Cindi Koetzle engages in an insightful conversation with Jenny Cotie Kangas, Director of Talent Centered Transformation at Eightfold AI. Jenny shares her expertise in HR technology, focusing on the evolution of work and the need for organizations to adopt a skills-based approach to talent management. We cite projections from the World Economic Forum about the need to reskill 375 million people by 2025 and the priority this raises for organizations to fulfill this need. Jenny emphasizes that the traditional systems of record, like applicant tracking systems, are static and unable to keep pace with the dynamic nature of human skills. She advocates for the implementation of systems of intelligence to enhance agility and address skills gaps. The episode highlights the critical need for organizations to evolve their talent practices and invest in adaptive HR technologies that can support continuous learning and diversity. The discussion concludes with a call to action for HR professionals to embrace change and lead the transformation needed to prepare for the future of work.

Skills, Data, and Diversity:  Preparing for the Workforce of Tomorrow

In this episode of Nine to Thrive HR, host Cindi Koetzle discusses menopause in the workplace with guests Cassandra Pratt, CHRO, and Cynthia McEwen, VP of People and DEI at Progyny. The conversation addresses the challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause, including physical, emotional, and professional impacts. The two highlight innovative approaches such as tailored benefits, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and cultural initiatives designed to normalize discussions about midlife health and foster inclusivity. The episode underscores the importance of compassion, breaking taboos, and enhancing workplace productivity and morale.

From Taboo to Talked About: Menopause and the Workplace

In this episode of Nine to Thrive HR, host Cindi Koetzle chats with Dr. Steven Stein, renowned clinical psychologist and founder of Multi-Health Systems (MHS).  Steve was an early adopter of the power of emotional intelligence and has since been involved in the conversation about the intersection of emotional intelligence and psychological hardiness in the workplace. As they explore hardiness, the level of mental resilience when faced with stress, they discuss the learnable ability to manage emotions and grow through stress — using the "3 Cs" of Challenge, Control, and Commitment — leads to stronger leadership and healthier teams.  A fascinating listen for HR practitioners, leaders, and team members looking to build healthy resilience.

From Stress to Strength: Building Hardiness in the Workplace

In this episode of Nine to Thrive HR, host Cindi Koetzle talks with Jessica Wright, Founder and CEO of Wright Workforce Solutions, about redefining what HR looks like for small and growing businesses. Jessica shares her journey from nonprofit leadership to building a thriving minority- and woman-owned firm that offers hands-on HR, payroll, recruiting, and strategy support to small businesses. Together, they explore how businesses can overcome challenges like delegation, resource access, and talent management—while staying mission-driven and prioritizing strategy and growth.

Scaling Smart: HR Support that Grows With You

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