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Our founder Sandra Obinna, MBA, “I believe in building a company with a mission that people believe in – with their whole hearts. Early hires should be more than employees, they should be co-creators.” Do you agree? Share your thoughts below 👇. #growthstrategy #startupfunding #entrepreneurmindset

Shoutout to all of the People Ops leaders driving startup growth 🚀 📣 In startups, People Ops leaders are the secret weapon. We’re not just about HR—we’re about building people-first companies that scale with intention. We make a difference through our superpowers; 🌈 Embracing Diversity: We hire for more than skills. We create spaces where diverse perspectives fuel creativity and innovation. 💡 Persuasion: We drive people-first strategies that align with business goals, ensuring every voice is heard and valued. 🤝 Conflict Resolution: We turn challenges into opportunities, building trust and harmony so teams stay focused on shared goals. As someone who’s always advocated for people-first cultures, I know the power we have to shape companies where people thrive—and businesses grow. To my fellow People Ops leaders, keep pushing forward. The future of work is people-first 💡💪🏼

Transitioning from a scrappy startup to a scaleup is hard. Here are some of the challenges we hear from founders. 👉Priorities are centred around ‘who shouts the loudest’ 👉 Hiring is not owned by teams – it’s an HR problem 👉 Leadership teams are too busy putting out fires 👉 Disconnected sales and production teams - siloes form. 👉 There is no clear distinction between roles and responsibilities 👉 Too many unproductive meetings 👉 Individual contributors promoted into management without training Technical skills gap Operational efficiency is a superpower to unlock value What we do We extend runway for startups & scaleups and increase ROI for investors Why we do it Founders can not rely on product development and sales/marketing alone to increase revenue How we do it By implementing operational efficiencies and helping founders align their teams by measuring what matters most Book a complimentary call with Allan Boyle to learn more - link in comments below 👇 #scalingup 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eX9bpCaA

Meet WILD #boardmember Matt Ward, Head of Growth at XCD Partners and a true innovator in the tech world! 🔥 Some highlights from our recent Q&A series: 🚀 Originally from Birmingham, Matt's journey has been nothing short of inspiring. From navigating acquisitions to supporting startups, he's all about pushing boundaries and creating impactful solutions. 🔍 What's his secret sauce? Matt's career isn't a straight line—it's a mix of curiosity, problem-solving, and a passion for making a difference. Whether it's shaking things up in Yorkshire or fueling growth at XCD partners, he's all about driving change. 🌱 So, what keeps Matt going? Surrounding himself with bright minds, a good laugh, and the joy of seeing others succeed! It's all about that positive energy and collective effort. 👥 Why he joined WILD? For Matt, it's all about the people—the diverse minds coming together to tackle big challenges and make a difference in our community. 🌈 And let's talk diversity and inclusion. It's not just about being morally right—it's smart business. Matt knows that true innovation comes from embracing different perspectives and building for everyone. 💡 What's his advice to future leaders? Stay curious, dive in, and trust yourself. These principles have been Matt's guiding light, helping him navigate the twists and turns of his career journey. ✨Want to read the blog in full and learn more about Matt 👉https://lnkd.in/eW2Sp7rk #MeettheTeam #WILD #Diversity #Inclusion #Blog #Q&A #Read

Looking back at this picture of our first office almost 8 years ago, one of the most significant leadership lessons I've learned since starting two businesses, is the vital role of adaptability. Throughout the process of creating a solution that streamlines hiring for small businesses, we consistently adjusted and shifted our strategies based on client feedback. Initially, Seen Hiring had a different vision from what it is today. It began as a shared drive of vetted candidates for our clients at Clock'd. However, true progress emerged when we actively listened to our clients, embraced flexibility, and fostered innovation. Whether revamping our user interface or introducing new features like passive interview scheduling, our willingness to embrace change proved to be transformative. In the realm of hiring and business, success often stems from moving beyond our original concepts. Embracing adaptability and being open to evolution can truly make a difference. #LeadershipLessons #startups

I wanted to take a moment to share something that's been close to my heart and has truly transformed the way we operate at VERTICES PARTNERS: 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬. ✨ Let me rewind a bit and tell you where we started. Like many startups, we were hustling hard, focusing on growth metrics, and 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘮 – 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒈𝒖𝒆𝒔. But as we evolved, we realized something profound: 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞; 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲, 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬. 🌟 So, we made a conscious shift. We began celebrating every win, big or small. From a simple "thank you" to elaborate team outings, we made sure our appreciation was felt across the board. And guess what? 𝑰𝒕 𝒅𝒊𝒅 𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒂 𝒅𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆! 🎉 First off, 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝. It became a vibrant and supportive ecosystem where everyone 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘶𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥. And let me tell you, the impact on productivity was palpable too! When people feel appreciated, they naturally want to give their best. It's like this positive feedback loop – the more you recognise, the more they deliver. 💪 But perhaps the most beautiful part was seeing how appreciation 𝐟𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. Instead of silos, we had departments collaborating seamlessly, cheering each other on towards common goals. It was like watching a symphony – every instrument playing its part, but together creating something magical. 🎶 And guess what? Our little appreciation revolution didn't just stay within our walls. It spilled over to our clients. 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞, which translated to satisfied clients. It's like appreciation had this domino effect, touching everyone it encountered. 🤩 In a world where companies are vying for top performers, showing genuine appreciation sets you apart. People want to work where they're not just another cog in the wheel but where 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐝. 💫 So, my fellow entrepreneurs, let us all pause for a moment amidst the hustle and bustle. Look around you. 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬. Celebrate their victories, lift them up when they stumble, and watch as your business flourishes in ways you never imagined.🌟 #teamappreciation #workplacehappiness #recognitionmatters #entrepreneurialsuccess #verticespartners #vinayakburman #VB

𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐫𝐚: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐱𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 In today's digital landscape, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial. Maxwell provides insights into your team's engagement and benchmarks it against industry leaders. This data-driven approach helps build a thriving, tech-enabled workforce, giving startups a competitive edge. #TalentAcquisition #StartupLife #Maxwell

Calling all Startup Recruiting Leaders! 🌟 . Syelo is assembling a team to create a playbook with actionable insights. Share your wins and fails in implementing a DEI program! Let's learn from each other to drive change together. Your experience matters! Share below. #DEI #RecruitingLeaders #DiversityAndInclusion #Syelo