What happens when a company goes from a single office to a team of more than 300 employees covering more than half the country, during a pandemic? How do you maintain a strong company culture during such an incredible journey? Today, John sits down with Whitney Hoffman-Bennett, Senior Vice President of People and Culture at CallRails.

During the pandemic, CallRails saw significant growth on its team, which included their first remote hires. Whitney talks about how CallRails navigated the shifting landscape of work while caring for their employees; and the role of Employee Resource Groups in fostering connection and engagement in a distributed team.

Don't miss this insightful conversation on the importance of culture, and innovative ways to maintain it in a rapidly growing and changing work environment.

Don’t forget to join our leadership community at thegreatretention.com to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches. 

Resources related to this episode
Visit https://www.callrail.com/
CallRail named a 2023 Best Workplace by Inc. Magazine https://sta.mx/bn9
Follow Whitney at https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneybennettphr
Visit https://www.charityvest.org/



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Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com
Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

What happens when a company goes from a single office to a team of more than 300 employees covering more than half the country, during a pandemic? How do you maintain a strong company culture during such an incredible journey? Today, John sits down with Whitney Hoffman-Bennett, Senior Vice President of People and Culture at CallRails.
During the pandemic, CallRails saw significant growth on its team, which included their first remote hires. Whitney talks about how CallRails navigated the shifting landscape of work while caring for their employees; and the role of Employee Resource Groups in fostering connection and engagement in a distributed team.
Don't miss this insightful conversation on the importance of culture, and innovative ways to maintain it in a rapidly growing and changing work environment.
Don’t forget to join our leadership community at <a href="http://https/thegreatretention.com">thegreatretention.com</a> to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches. 
Resources related to this episode
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="https://www.callrail.com/">https://www.callrail.com/</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">CallRail named a 2023 Best Workplace by Inc. Magazine <a href="https://sta.mx/bn9">https://sta.mx/bn9</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Whitney at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneybennettphr">https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneybennettphr</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="https://www.charityvest.org/">https://www.charityvest.org/</a> </li>
</ul>
 
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<li aria-level="1">Theme Music 🎵<a href="https://www.pond5.com/artist/dpmusic">DPMusic</a> from Pond5.com</li>
<li aria-level="1">Produced by <a href="https://chatwithleaders.com">ChatWithLeadersMedia.com</a></li>
</ul>

At the heart of every successful business is a strong culture.

That’s why the team at Cooleaf created this podcast – to unravel the intricacies of building supportive workplace communities that foster genuine connections between people.

In this new series, Love Your People, Cooleaf Co-Founders Prem Bhatia and John Duisberg dive deep into the heart of human-first workplaces, exploring employee engagement, leadership development, and organizational well-being and their impact on a business’s growth.

Tune in to explore the intersection of compassion and success – because when you love your people, your organization thrives.

At the heart of every successful business is a strong culture.
That’s why the team at Cooleaf created this podcast – to unravel the intricacies of building supportive workplace communities that foster genuine connections between people.
In this new series, Love Your People, Cooleaf Co-Founders <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/premcbhatia/">Prem Bhatia</a> and<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-duisberg/"> John Duisberg</a> dive deep into the heart of human-first workplaces, exploring employee engagement, leadership development, and organizational well-being and their impact on a business’s growth.
Tune in to explore the intersection of compassion and success – because when you love your people, your organization thrives.

At the heart of every successful business is a strong culture. Find out how high-achieving people leaders are putting their employees first - and why it makes all the difference.

The Cooleaf Podcast

31. Expanding with Empathy: Fostering Connection and Culture in a Distributed Workforce with Whitney Hoffman-Bennett

In today’s episode, John Duisberg sits down with Priti Patel, Chief People Officer at G2. Priti leads all aspects of G2’s employee success function including diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as defining the company's business and talent strategy.



In this episode, Priti shares how G2 measures and redefines employee experience, including a new measurement called INPS or “Inclusion Net Promoter Score,” which is a key indicator for how the company aligns their company’s purpose and culture with their more than 500 distributed employees.



Tune in as we delve into the strategies and insights that drive G2's remarkable employee success story. Whether you're an HR professional, a business leader, or simply passionate about fostering a thriving workplace culture, You won’t want to miss this conversation with Priti Patel.



Resources related to this episode
Visit www.g2.com
Follow G2 on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/g2dotcom
Follow Priti on social media at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pritipatel1/
https://twitter.com/_priti_patel_
Subscribe to G2’s LinkedIn newsletter at https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/touch-base-7123756060036710400/
Subscribe to G2’s email newsletter at https://learn.g2.com/learn-newsletter



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Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com
Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

In today’s episode, John Duisberg sits down with Priti Patel, Chief People Officer at G2. Priti leads all aspects of G2’s employee success function including diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as defining the company's business and talent strategy.
 
In this episode, Priti shares how G2 measures and redefines employee experience, including a new measurement called INPS or “Inclusion Net Promoter Score,” which is a key indicator for how the company aligns their company’s purpose and culture with their more than 500 distributed employees.
 
Tune in as we delve into the strategies and insights that drive G2's remarkable employee success story. Whether you're an HR professional, a business leader, or simply passionate about fostering a thriving workplace culture, You won’t want to miss this conversation with Priti Patel.
 
Resources related to this episode
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="http://www.g2.com">www.g2.com</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow G2 on LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/g2dotcom">https://www.linkedin.com/company/g2dotcom</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Priti on social media at:</li>
<ul>
<li aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/pritipatel1/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/pritipatel1/</a></li>
<li aria-level="2"><a href="https://twitter.com/_priti_patel_">https://twitter.com/_priti_patel_</a></li>
</ul>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe to G2’s LinkedIn newsletter at https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/touch-base-7123756060036710400/</li>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe to G2’s email newsletter at https://learn.g2.com/learn-newsletter</li>
</ul>
 
Credits
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<li aria-level="1">Theme Music 🎵<a href="https://www.pond5.com/artist/dpmusic">DPMusic</a> from Pond5.com</li>
<li aria-level="1">Produced by <a href="https://chatwithleaders.com">ChatWithLeadersMedia.com</a></li>
</ul>

Engage to Excel: Priti Patel, Chief People Officer at G2 (Recorded Live)

Dive into a transformative discussion originally presented in a recent expert-led session. This episode focuses on the critical influence of HR in advancing both employee welfare and business objectives as we approach 2024 and beyond. John Duisberg hosts our panel of experts who share their insights on harmonizing business growth with fostering a positive organizational environment.



Featured Speakers:
Kevin Henry, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, PulteGroup
Sylvia Taylor, Chief Human Resources Officer, Safe-Guard Products International



Key Insights:
HR and Business Alignment: Learn about the vital role of HR in marrying people-focused strategies with business goals for overall success.
Growth Through HR: Discover how to assess the impact of HR initiatives on both the business and its employees, showcasing real returns.
Technological Integration in HR: Explore how leaders are using technology to craft personalized and efficient employee experiences.
Developing a Dynamic Workplace Culture: Find out the strategies employed by PulteGroup and Safe-Guard to create exceptional workplace environments.
Employee Experience Essentials: Get the foremost tip for improving employee experience in the year 2024.

Don’t forget to join our leadership community at thegreatretention.com to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches. 



Resources related to this episode
Visit Cooleaf.com



Credits
Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com
Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

Dive into a transformative discussion originally presented in a recent expert-led session. This episode focuses on the critical influence of HR in advancing both employee welfare and business objectives as we approach 2024 and beyond. John Duisberg hosts our panel of experts who share their insights on harmonizing business growth with fostering a positive organizational environment.
 
Featured Speakers:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Kevin Henry, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, PulteGroup</li>
<li aria-level="1">Sylvia Taylor, Chief Human Resources Officer, Safe-Guard Products International</li>
</ul>
 
Key Insights:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">HR and Business Alignment: Learn about the vital role of HR in marrying people-focused strategies with business goals for overall success.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Growth Through HR: Discover how to assess the impact of HR initiatives on both the business and its employees, showcasing real returns.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Technological Integration in HR: Explore how leaders are using technology to craft personalized and efficient employee experiences.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Developing a Dynamic Workplace Culture: Find out the strategies employed by PulteGroup and Safe-Guard to create exceptional workplace environments.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Employee Experience Essentials: Get the foremost tip for improving employee experience in the year 2024.</li>
</ul>
Don’t forget to join our leadership community at <a href="http://https/thegreatretention.com">thegreatretention.com</a> to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches. 
 
Resources related to this episode
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="https://cooleaf.com">Cooleaf.com</a></li>
</ul>
 
Credits
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Theme Music 🎵<a href="https://www.pond5.com/artist/dpmusic">DPMusic</a> from Pond5.com</li>
<li aria-level="1">Produced by <a href="https://chatwithleaders.com">ChatWithLeadersMedia.com</a></li>
</ul>

Future Proofing HR: Driving a Positive Impact On Employees and Business in 2024

Today, John Duisberg sits down with Seth Bartholomew, the Head of Employee Experience at Chronosphere. With a rich background in People leadership roles at top companies such as Huly, Disney, and FabFitFun, Seth has a unique perspective on how to create thriving company cultures and empower employees to truly flourish.

Discover how Chronosphere operationalizes company values across different geographies and time zones, while maintaining a welcoming, remote-first environment. You'll also learn about the importance of intentionality in acquiring and retaining talent, the role of data in crafting better employee experiences, and the critical best practices shared in Chronosphere's Remote-First Playbook.

Tune in to hear Seth and John’s conversation about helping your organization and people flourish in a remote-first work environment.



Don’t forget to join our leadership community at thegreatretention.com to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches. 



Resources related to this episode
Visit https://chronosphere.io/
Follow Seth Bartholomew at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbartholomew/
Referenced during today’s episode:

https://www.donut.com/



Credits
Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com
Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

Today, John Duisberg sits down with Seth Bartholomew, the Head of Employee Experience at Chronosphere. With a rich background in People leadership roles at top companies such as Huly, Disney, and FabFitFun, Seth has a unique perspective on how to create thriving company cultures and empower employees to truly flourish.
Discover how Chronosphere operationalizes company values across different geographies and time zones, while maintaining a welcoming, remote-first environment. You'll also learn about the importance of intentionality in acquiring and retaining talent, the role of data in crafting better employee experiences, and the critical best practices shared in Chronosphere's Remote-First Playbook.
Tune in to hear Seth and John’s conversation about helping your organization and people flourish in a remote-first work environment.
 
Don’t forget to join our leadership community at <a href="http://https/thegreatretention.com">thegreatretention.com</a> to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches. 
 
Resources related to this episode
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="https://chronosphere.io/">https://chronosphere.io/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Seth Bartholomew at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbartholomew/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbartholomew/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Referenced during today’s episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">https://www.donut.com/</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
 
Credits
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Theme Music 🎵<a href="https://www.pond5.com/artist/dpmusic">DPMusic</a> from Pond5.com</li>
<li aria-level="1">Produced by <a href="https://chatwithleaders.com">ChatWithLeadersMedia.com</a></li>
</ul>

31. Expanding with Empathy: Fostering Connection and Culture in a Distributed Workforce with Whitney Hoffman-Bennett

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