The Hidden Killer Preventing You From Building a High Performance Team

Summary: In this episode of the HR Impact show, Dr. Jim interviews Amy Spurling, the founder and CEO of Compt, about building elite teams. Amy shares her insights on building diverse teams and the importance of avoiding unconscious bias. She discusses her experience in building remote and hybrid teams and how it informed her approach to building Compt. Amy also addresses the push for returning to the office and the potential underlying motives behind it. She emphasizes the need for intentional communication design and creating a space where everyone's voice is heard.Key Takeaways: Building diverse teams with different perspectives leads to more efficient problem-solving and better outcomes.Remote and hybrid work environments can provide access to a wider talent pool and different geographical perspectives.Avoid unconscious bias in the hiring process by being intentional, creating diverse candidate slates, and expanding your network.Create a safe space where everyone's communication style is respected and valued.Building a diverse team should be a day one solution, not a check-the-box exercise.<br/>
Chapters:
Timestamp 0:01:17 Amy's experience in building remote and hybrid teams0:04:24 The Warren Act and its implications for large-scale layoffs0:06:13 Amy's realization about the lack of diversity in her network0:11:00 Importance of diverse perspectives in panels and podcasts[0:14:21] Recognizing unconscious bias and the need for personal growth.[0:19:16] Incorporating communication strategies into onboarding and team dynamics.[0:21:33] Making diversity a day one solution and being intentional in hiring.[0:22:58] Expanding networks and building a diverse team at all levels.Mentioned in this episode:HR Impact Intro Mission of the show Music: Studio Kolomna - "Risk" - Pixabay HR Impact Show Outro Show outro and CTA Music: Studio Kolomna - "Risk" - Pixabay