The Talent Tango

In this podcast episode, Jennifer JR) Rettig, Chief People Officer at Pendo.io, discusses the nuances of leadership hiring, focusing on stakeholder and management expectations, C-suite succession planning, and reducing subjectivity in evaluating leadership qualities. The conversation emphasizes the importance of a tailored approach to leadership based on company size and stage, maintaining an open candidate funnel, and introducing a scientific approach through scoring and rubrics to balance subjectivity. Practical tips on managing expectations and acceptance criteria during the hiring process are also shared. Highlights: 00:45 Defining Successful Leadership 03:16 Stakeholder and Expectation Management 05:40 Balancing Objectivity and Subjectivity in Leadership Hiring 07:21 Incorporating Science into the Hiring Process 10:17 Challenges and Strategies in Executive Searches 16:06 The Project Management Triangle in Recruiting Guest: JR Rettig is the Chief People Officer at Pendo.io, where she leads the company's t