In this episode, we delve into the increasingly vital concept of "scaling with soul." This idea emphasizes the importance of growing a business while staying true to its core values and culture. It’s about more than just metrics; it’s about creating an environment where employees feel valued and connected to the company's mission.
Join host Susmita as she explores practical ways leaders can implement "scaling with soul," ensuring that as teams expand, they foster engagement, collaboration, and shared purpose. Joining her is our exclusive guest speaker, Christina Luconi, who shares successful strategies for building teams in high-growth companies while preserving the heart of their culture.
About The Speaker
Christina Luconi is People Strategy Executive for a variety of small and start up companies that have “scaled with soul”...including @stake (now Symantec), Sapient, and now Rapid7.
She's recognized as a visionary in her field, and truly believes a great company starts with the quality and leadership of people you have on the team...and the culture you build to scale the organization.
Known for shunning the term "Human Resources," for she believes that if you think of your people as "resources," you are completely missing the point.
She is passionate about what she does, and the companies she helps to build.
Current goal: to help Rapid7 achieve even greater success than the other companies she's had the good fortune to have been a part of. They are currently crushing it.
Timestamps
(01:45) Explore Christina's journey and insights from her corporate experiences.
(07:45) What does “scaling with soul” mean to Christina? Discover how she applies this concept in team building for high-growth companies and strategies to maintain company culture during rapid expansion.
(11:25) Key factors for attracting and retaining top talent in start-ups, especially in competitive industries. Learn about best practices that have proven effective.
(15:56) Common leadership challenges faced during periods of rapid growth. Christina shares her experiences working with executives on identifying strengths and weaknesses.
(18:50) Christina's perspective on the term "Human Resources" and how this belief influences her approach to team building and people management.
(22:29) Advice for start-up founders and leaders on pitfalls to avoid while scaling their teams and ensuring purposeful growth.
