Unlock the secrets to smarter talent decisions that drive sustainable success

In this episode of Leadership Transformations, we explore how leaders can make smarter talent decisions that balance financial realities with people priorities. Janet Taggart returns to share why talent strategy is one of the most critical—and often overlooked—drivers of sustainable business success.

Listen in as Janet breaks down the interplay between revenue growth, expense management, and talent investment, highlighting why the right people choices can accelerate productivity, innovation, and organizational resilience. You'll hear real-world examples of leaders navigating talent pipeline challenges, the benefits of blending internal development with external hires, and practical steps to optimize your own approach.

Today we'll talk about…

• [00:01:25] Why financial and people decisions are inseparable.
• [00:02:50] How people choices drive business results.
• [00:05:00] What it takes to build a strong internal talent pipeline.
• [00:06:40] A real-world example of tiered leadership development.
• [00:08:00] When to bring in external talent—and why it matters.
• [00:10:36] Balancing costs and long-term value in external hiring.
• [00:11:30] Three key steps to optimize your talent strategy.
• [00:13:39] Why proactive, evolving talent strategies set organizations apart.

Discover how to strengthen your leadership impact by aligning talent decisions with financial priorities so your organization can scale and thrive.

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