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Nahed Khairallah
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Organized Chaos
Scaling Sales Teams at Early Stage Startups
In this episode, I sit down with Mark Hunter, also known as The Sales Hunter, a globally recognized sales consultant and bestselling author. Mark shares his invaluable insights on the unique challenges and strategies for building and scaling a high-performing sales team within the dynamic environment of an early-stage startup.We explore the common pitfalls founders face, the essential traits to look for when hiring sales talent, and the critical role of company culture in driving sustainable growth. This conversation is packed with practical advice for any founder or leader focused on building a robust sales engine.
2025-08-26
41 min
Organized Chaos
The Real Impact of Bad Meetings on Scalability
In this episode of the Organized Chaos podcast, I welcome Kristy Hissa, General Manager at Kairos, as we explore the pervasive issue of unproductive meetings, which can tie up to 70% of company payroll.Kristy shares her journey from a VP of Operations in startup land to becoming an entrepreneur tackling the meeting conundrum. With insights into the research that shows companies waste $2 million annually on unnecessary meetings, Kristy explains how Kairos aims to optimize meetings using AI.The conversation delves into the challenges and solutions around meetings, emphasizing the critical role of optimizing meetings in...
2025-08-12
35 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 26 - Manufacturing a New Era of Employee Engagement
In this episode of Organized Chaos, I sit down with Mike White, a seasoned HR executive turned founder of Secchi, an innovative employee relationship management platform. Drawing from two decades of experience in major corporations like Caterpillar and Master Lock, Mike shares his journey and the insights that led him to tackle the pressing challenges of employee engagement and retention in the manufacturing sector.Key Topics:The Genesis of Secchi: Mike discusses his 20-year career in HR within factory settings, where he consistently observed the immense pressure and administrative burden placed on frontline leaders...
2025-07-29
46 min
HR Mixtape
Cultivating a People-First Culture in Startups with Nahed Khairallah
In this episode of the HR Mixtape podcast, host Shari Simpson sits down with Nahed Khairallah, a global HR strategist and founder of Organized Chaos. They delve into the complexities of building effective HR departments in fast-growing startups, emphasizing the importance of a proactive, people-first approach. This conversation is timely as organizations increasingly recognize the need for inclusive leadership and strategic HR practices to enhance employee experience and drive business success. Listener Takeaways: Learn how to balance structure and flexibility in HR to support rapid growth. Discover why psychological safety is crucial in...
2025-07-29
25 min
HR Mixtape
Cultivating a People-First Culture in Startups with Nahed Khairallah
In this episode of the HR Mixtape podcast, host Shari Simpson sits down with Nahed Khairallah, a global HR strategist and founder of Organized Chaos. They delve into the complexities of building effective HR departments in fast-growing startups, emphasizing the importance of a proactive, people-first approach. This conversation is timely as organizations increasingly recognize the need for inclusive leadership and strategic HR practices to enhance employee experience and drive business success. Listener Takeaways: Learn how to balance structure and flexibility in HR to support rapid growth. Discover why psychological safety is crucial in...
2025-07-29
25 min
DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer
Episode 352: Proven Strategies for Scaling Companies Through Strategic Partnerships with Nahed Khairallah
Most business leaders think scaling requires massive capital investment.But what if I told you companies are scaling from 7 to 9 figures through strategic partnerships instead?That's exactly what this business scaling expert has been doing for the past decade.Through systematic partnership frameworks and strategic deal-making.And guess what? His approach started when he was just 13 years old, creating partnership deals to expand beyond his local market."Why am I limiting myself to my school? Why don't I actually find people in other schools who I can work with?"
2025-07-23
48 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 25 - The Evolving Workforce: Integrating AI in HR, Leadership, and Beyond
In this episode of the Organized Chaos podcast, I interview Anirudh Narayan, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer at Lyzr AI, a platform innovating the use of AI agents to automate business workflows.Anirudh shares insights from his journey and discusses the rapid evolution of AI technologies in business operations. While AI brings increased productivity, there's an ongoing debate about its role in HR, with some worried about losing the human touch. As AI becomes integral to business, understanding its potential and limitations is crucial for effective application.Key Topics Discussed:AI and Evolving...
2025-07-15
41 min
Sales POP! Podcasts: Insights from Top Experts in Sales, Marketing, Leadership & More.
Nahed Khairallah on Scaling Sales: Culture, Collaboration, and Growth
Discover how to grow your sales team while maintaining company culture with global HR strategist Nahed Khairallah, featured on the Sales POP! Online Sales Magazine podcast. This episode dives into critical strategies for scaling sales the right way, including: Sales team development and nurturing for high-growth environments. Cross-departmental alignment and incentive structuring to boost collaboration. Structured sales recruitment and assessment for cultural and skill fit. Effective sales onboarding to integrate new hires seamlessly. Fostering team accountability and shared success. Building remote work culture that encourages connection. Importance of transparency in hiring for long-term retention. Nahed Khairallah's insights h...
2025-07-06
22 min
Teams, Culture & You: The Psychology Behind Growth
Episode 75: People Don’t Scale, Systems Do: Why HR is Your Jet Fuel for Growth with Nahed Khairallah
Can your people scale as fast as your product? Spoiler: they can’t - and they’re not meant to. In this powerful episode, Josephine Palermo speaks with Nahed Khairallah, a global HR strategist who has helped rocket startups from 7-figure beginnings to 9-figure enterprises across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Nahed unpacks the uncomfortable truth: people don’t scale -systems do. And if you want to grow fast without breaking your culture, you need a jet-fueled HR strategy.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background04:12 The Journe...
2025-07-03
42 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 24 - Burning Cash & Building Teams: Inside a Startup Founder's Mind
In this episode of the Organized Chaos podcast, host Nahed Khairallah is joined by Tushar Makhija, co-founder of TeamOhana. Tushar shares his unique entrepreneurial journey, from his humble beginnings in India to building a successful workforce intelligence platform. The discussion delves into the challenges of scaling a business, the importance of a strong network, and the crucial role of people in a startup's success. Tushar also offers insights into common mistakes companies make in workforce planning and how TeamOhana helps address these issues by promoting alignment between different departments.Key Topics Covered:Tushar Makhija's Entrepreneurial JourneyChallenges...
2025-07-01
43 min
The CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu
#485 Scaling Starts with People: Nahed Khairallah on Building Teams That Don’t Break
Mehmet sits down with Nahed Khairallah, founder of Organized Chaos, to discuss why startups that reach initial traction often stall or fail due to people-related blind spots. With experience advising over 150 startups globally, Nahed unpacks the tactical, cultural, and strategic layers of building scalable teams that last.🔑 Key Takeaways • 🚫 The real reason startups fail after product-market fit isn’t product—it’s people decisions • 🧠 Why founders struggle to let go—and how that bottlenecks growth • 🔍 The myth of culture as an “HR responsibility” and how to fix it • 🌍 When (and...
2025-06-19
1h 02
Organized Chaos
Ep. 23 - Navigating Recruitment Challenges in Startups
In this episode, I had a great conversation with Annemarie Penny, Founder of Dreamore.Annemarie shared some fascinating insights from a 14-year study on startup founders and leaders. It really highlighted the different mindsets and personalities needed to thrive in a startup compared to a bigger, more established company. We explored what a healthy startup culture looks like – that "organized chaos" where different ideas, even the seemingly "stupid" ones, are encouraged to spark innovation and avoid everyone just agreeing with each other.We also dove into the common hiring mistakes that startup founders often make. We...
2025-06-17
41 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 22 - The Hidden Cost of Success: Mental Health in Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship takes a significant mental toll, with 72% of entrepreneurs reporting mental health concerns according to research. The glamorous portrayal on social media contrasts sharply with the reality of 70+ hour workweeks, financial pressures, and personal sacrifices many founders experience.In this episode, I'll talk about the entrepreneur's struggle to maintain boundaries between work and personal life, leading to burnout and health issues. Entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint, requiring sustainable practices that protect mental wellbeing while building a successful business.Key Learning PointsThe "9-to-5 entrepreneur" is largely a myth – most successful en...
2025-06-03
16 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 21 - Scaling Without Breaking: HR in Hypergrowth
In this episode, host Nahed Khairallah speaks with Vanessa Gilardi about her journey as a global people leader who has navigated both corporate giants and nimble startups. Drawing from her experiences at companies like Moonpay and Blockchain.com, Vanessa reveals how HR functions differ fundamentally between large organizations and startups—with corporate environments offering structured processes but slower change, while startups demand entrepreneurial thinking and rapid value demonstration. Her career philosophy of prioritizing experience over titles resonates throughout as she emphasizes the importance of personal agency in developing adaptable skills for today's evolving workplace.As the discussion sh...
2025-05-20
37 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 20 - From Service to Strategy: Elevating the People Function in Fast-Growing Startups
In this episode of Organized Chaos, host Nahed Khairallah welcomes Melissa Theiss, Head of People Ops at Kit. With a decade of experience scaling companies from 20 to 1000+ employees, Melissa shares invaluable insights for startups and people leaders. This episode is essential listening for founders, startup leaders, and anyone leading the people function in a growing organization.Episode Highlights:Melissa's unique journey into People Ops through a rotational leadership program that exposed her to international sales operations, product management, and HRCommon scaling mistakes startups make, including improper calibration of processes and the pitfall of being "people first"...
2025-05-06
27 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 19 - Fundamentals of Organizational Design for Startups
This episode explores the fundamental role of organizational structure in startup success. I cover the relationship between organizational design and decision-making processes, the importance of aligning structure with strategic objectives, and practical considerations for managing growth. Specific attention is given to reporting relationships, span of control, and the evolution of organizational layers as startups scale.If you’d like to learn more about the basics of org structures, I recommend checking out The Business of People newsletter by Melissa Theiss, who is a good friend of the show.Subscribe to the podcast newsletter to receive ad...
2025-04-22
14 min
Office Hours with David Meltzer
Nahed Khairallah | Office Hours: The Human Experience
Nahed KhairallahNahed Khairallah has played a pivotal role in scaling companies from 7-figure startups to 9-figure industry leaders, with experience spanning the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. At Glorious Gaming, he rapidly expanded the team from 40 to over 100 employees across 25 countries in just eight months. Prior to that, at Accumulus Synergy, he grew the company from 20 to more than 150 employees while driving over $2 million in annual savings through strategic and efficient HR operations.
2025-04-21
28 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 18 - Talent Density: Why It's a Startup's Secret Weapon
In this episode of the Organized Chaos podcast, I delve into the concept of Talent Density. This topic was popularized by Netflix's co-founder Reed Hastings and former Chief Talent Officer Patty McCord.During the episode, I will walk you through the importance of talent density for scaling startups and give you actionable tips for how to achieve and maintain talent density in your startup.Visit Organized Chaos and subscribe to the podcast newsletter to get the learning points from this and all future episodes by email.Got a Question or Topic...
2025-04-08
17 min
Lifetime at Work: Finding the Meaning in Our Careers
Going to Work at a “Rocket Ship” Startup to Make it Rich with Nahed Khairallah
Episode 85. Finding a fast growing business that is ready to grow like a rocket is tough, but we’ve all heard the stories of employees who join early and cash-in big with stock options on an exit. The nuances behind finding, nurturing and growing those companies is hard. Sometimes the great ideas with lots of momentum go to zero.In this episode of the Lifetime at Work Podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Nahed Khairallah, an HR expert and former founder who has worked with over 100 companies. Karela shares his unique journey from IT to HR, driven by cur...
2025-03-31
49 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 17 - From Startup to Scale-up: Essential Leadership Transitions for Founders
In this episode of Organized Chaos, I explore the crucial shifts and challenges founders face when transitioning from a scrappy startup to a rapidly scaling organization.Discover why the mindset and habits that help you launch a company can become roadblocks once you begin to grow. You’ll learn practical tips for delegating effectively, preparing your company’s foundation for expansion, focusing on strategic cash flow management, making tough personnel decisions that align with growth, and establishing robust information flow across teams.Visit the Organized Chaos website and subscribe to the podcast newsletter to receive addi...
2025-03-25
19 min
The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra
Ep #473 Nahed Khairallah: Boost Your Business: How HR Drives Growth!
📍Full episode details here: https://links.growthandscaling.com/473Nahed Khairallah is the founder and host of the Organized Chaos Podcast and an HR consultant who helps seven-figure companies scale to nine figures by transforming HR into a key growth accelerator. He views HR as a critical catalyst for success, driving growth by aligning people, processes, and infrastructure.Rather than focusing solely on operations and product development, Nahed emphasizes the importance of HR in achieving scalable growth without the need for excessive hiring. He works with businesses to design HR systems aligning with strategic goa...
2025-03-13
35 min
DARE
3.9 Nahed Khairallah
DARE talks with Nahed Khairallah, head of Organized Chaos -- an organization that helps companies of all sizes to understand their workforce better and optimize all HR functions. Nahed got to brass tacks on how teams can be successful, how digital transformation is shaping executive leadership, and ways you can future-proof your business.
2025-03-11
26 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 16 - Leveraging AI in HR: My Experience in Startups
In this episode, I explore the transformative impact of AI on HR, especially in startup environments where budgets are tight and efficiency is crucial.I share firsthand insights on using AI tools—like ChatGPT, Claude, and Deepseek—to handle hiring, compliance, workforce planning, performance, and more.Visit organizedchaos.fyi and subscribe to the podcast newsletter to receive additional content.Got a Question or Topic Suggestion?Connect with me on LinkedInReach out by email
2025-03-11
21 min
Organized Chaos
Unconventional HR Strategies That Enable Startups to Scale (Interview by Brian Thomas)
In this episode, I have an interesting discussion with Brian Thomas from The Digital Executive. We focused on how HR can help startups scale and shared unconventional HR strategies that enable startups to grow from 7-figures to 9-figures.Key themes discussed:How global cultural differences can influence your approach to scalingThe three main reasons why startups failCritical HR practices that contribute to scalingUnconventional strategies I've implemented to help companies scaleSubscribe to Organized Chaos for additional content related to this episode.Connect with Brian Thomas and check out The...
2025-03-04
24 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 15 - How to Avoid Layoffs as a Fast Growing Company
In today's challenging economic climate, many fast-growing companies face the difficult decision of managing growth while avoiding painful layoffs. We'll deep into proven strategies that help companies scale sustainably without resorting to workforce reductions. From implementing variable compensation models and building a strategic hiring culture to maintaining financial transparency and investing in workforce flexibility, we'll explore practical approaches that protect both your business and your employees.Referenced Article:Harvard Business Review - Layoffs That Don't Break Your CompanyVisit organizedchaos.fyi and subscribe to the podcast newsletter to receive additional content....
2025-02-25
10 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 14 - Hiring for Capacity vs Capability: Why it Matters for Scaling Your Startup
In this episode, I tackle a critical topic that often flies under the radar in the startup world: the distinction between hiring for capacity and hiring for capability. Understanding this difference is essential for your company's growth and financial health.Visit the Organized Chaos website and subscribe to the podcast newsletter to receive additional content.Got a Question or Topic Suggestion?Connect with me on LinkedInReach out by email
2025-02-11
11 min
The Digital Executive
Scaling Startups and Turning HR into Rocket Fuel with CEO Nahed Khairallah | Ep 1006
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas welcomes Nahed Khairallah, founder and host of Organized Chaos. With over a decade of experience transforming seven-figure startups into nine-figure powerhouses, Nahed shares his expertise in leveraging HR as a catalyst for hypergrowth. He discusses the impact of working across global markets, the importance of cultural awareness in business scaling, and the critical role people decisions play in a company’s success. Nahed also reveals the motivations behind launching Organized Chaos and his mission to help founders eliminate costly HR missteps. He...
2025-01-30
23 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 13 - How to Evolve Your Hiring at 50, 100, and 500+ Employees
In this episode, I dive deep into the four crucial phases of scaling hiring processes as companies grow, from early-stage startups to enterprise-level organizations. Learn how hiring needs and challenges evolve at different employee thresholds: 1-50, 50-100, 100-500, and 500+ employees.Key topics covered:The evolution of the hiring processes as a startup scalesSix critical challenges companies face while scalingActionable tips for scaling your hiring practicesResources mentioned:HR Tech Evaluation TemplateVisit organizedchaos.fyi to subscribe to the podcast newsletter and access additional content.
2025-01-28
14 min
Organized Chaos
People Management Insights for First-Time Founders
In this episode, I dive deep into the critical mistakes founders make when scaling their businesses and the often-overlooked importance of people management in startup success. I also share insights from my personal journey and how an early entrepreneurial failure paved my way to success.Key themes discussed:The challenges of founder delegation and letting go of controlWhy experience quality matters more than years of experienceHow witnessing a company's crash despite product-market fit led to valuable insightsThe importance of vulnerability and accepting feedback during business setbacksCommon people management mistakes that first-time founders make
2025-01-21
35 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 12 - How to Identify Candidates Who Are a Bad Fit for Startups
In this episode, I dive deep into the 5 critical red flags to watch out for when hiring for startups. I explore why certain candidates might look good on paper but could potentially harm your startup's growth and culture.Key red flags discussed:1. Candidates fixated on short-term base pay while ignoring equity and performance-based compensation2. Those exhibiting a rigid "employee mentality" versus an entrepreneurial mindset3. Candidates who struggle to adapt and solve unstructured problems4. Job seekers overly focused on perks rather than the role itself5. The inability to...
2025-01-14
17 min
Beyond Fulfillment Podcast
Scaling Smart: People Management for Rapid Growth with Nahed Khairallah
Today on the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast I sit down with the ever-inspiring Nahed Khairallah, the brilliant mind behind the podcast "Organized Chaos." Nahed's entrepreneurial journey is anything but ordinary—growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, starting his first business at just 13, and later diving into the world of HR with his venture Dynamic Recruit.Throughout this engaging conversation, Nahed shares his rich experiences and the hard-hitting lessons he learned from scaling too quickly, facing cash flow issues, and pivoting from a failed SaaS platform to a thriving HR consulting business. He offers invaluable insights into the cr...
2025-01-09
34 min
Organized Chaos
The Journey from HR Person to Business Enabler (Interview by Christie Hoffman)
In this insightful episode, we explore how HR professionals can command respect and influence in the workplace while maintaining their empathetic nature. The discussion delves into strategies for effectively working with executives, making data-driven recommendations, and developing the confidence to stand up for your ideas without compromising relationships.Key themes include:Transitioning from being just an "HR person" to becoming a business enabler who understands all aspects of operationsPractical approaches to presenting recommendations to leadershipThe importance of entrepreneurial mindset in career growthRemote work culture and its implementation challengesBuilding influencing skills through practical experience...
2025-01-07
37 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 11 - The Broken Hiring Process and How to Fix It
In this episode, I explore the critical pitfalls that often plague the hiring process and offer actionable solutions to build a stronger team. The discussion highlights 10 common hiring pitfalls organizations make:1. Hiring at the wrong time2. Failing to build a strong business case3. Failing to align stakeholders4. Using an unstructured interview process5. Involving inappropriate interviewers6. Failing to document interview feedback7. Not testing core skills required for the job8. Not being honest about job expectations and company culture9. Not sharing compensation information...
2024-12-31
24 min
Corporate Christie
#32 - How HR Can Drive Business Growth (Scale Smarter!) Ft. Nahed Khairallah
Scaling the business isn’t just about hiring more people, no , no. it’s about refining processes to avoid culture chaos. In this episode, Nahed Khairallah and I dive into how documenting, reviewing, and improving processes can drive efficiency and earn you respect in the boardroom. From mastering the language of business to using data for smarter decisions, we tackle scaling challenges, remote work pitfalls, and how to command influence as an HR leader.Key Themes:Scaling processes to avoid culture declineUsing data to influence leadership decisionsMastering the language of business for HRChallenges of remot...
2024-12-19
37 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 10 - Hiring the First HR Leader for Your Startup
In this episode, I tackle one of the pivotal decisions every scaling startup must eventually face: hiring your first HR leader. This episode delves into the strategic timing for this hire, the ideal characteristics of an HR leader specifically suited for the startup environment, and common pitfalls to avoid during the hiring process.Key Topics Discussed:1. Timing Considerations for Hiring:The importance of hiring when your startup is exiting the product-market fit stage and entering growth.Indicators such as reaching a revenue milestone and a team size of 20-40 employees...
2024-12-17
13 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 9 - The Leadership Styles Your Startup Needs to Succeed
In this episode, I delve into the critical leadership styles necessary for startup success. For early-stage founders, selecting the right leaders can be vital to overcoming challenges and scaling effectively. I'll explore various leadership styles and essential behaviors that foster growth and resilience in startups.Main Topics Discussed:Transformational Leadership: Learn how transformational leaders ignite innovation and adaptability by inspiring teams to embrace change and seek creative solutions. This style equips startups to tackle fast-moving market dynamics and trends.Servant Leadership: Discover the impact of servant leaders whose priority is the well-being of...
2024-12-03
13 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 8 - In-house vs Outsourced HR for Startups
In this episode, I delve into the intricacies of HR outsourcing, particularly for startups navigating growth phases. Below are the main topics discussed:Understanding PEOs (Professional Employer Organizations): Insights into how PEOs help small businesses, especially those with fewer than 50 employees, manage compliance, payroll, and benefits efficiently. I explore the cost advantages and challenges, particularly when a company nears 100 employees.Talent Acquisition Strategies: The importance of in-house candidate evaluation and the potential role of third-party recruiters. I discuss when and how to utilize external recruiters, especially for niche roles, while maintaining control over the assessment...
2024-11-19
15 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 7 - Strategies for Increasing Workforce Productivity
In this episode, I delve into strategies for building and maintaining a highly productive company as your team grows. Here's a breakdown of the key topics discussed:Focus on One Big Goal: We emphasize the importance of aligning your team around a single, significant goal to prevent scattering efforts. This approach helps prioritize tasks that directly contribute to your company’s strategy.Designing Effective Work Processes: Evaluating and refining work processes to eliminate inefficiencies is crucial. We discuss how to address bottlenecks and streamline operations to add value.Communication Clarity: As your team grows, es...
2024-11-05
11 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 6 - How to Build a Fully Remote Company that Works
In this episode, I explore how embracing remote work can fundamentally improve the way we work.We debunk the myth that creativity is limited to office spaces and highlight the potential of remote setups.Key themes include embracing asynchronous work, the critical role of documentation, the importance of standardization and investment in technology, and fostering a culture of bias for action and flexibility.I discuss the effectiveness of remote work through success stories of companies like 37Signals and Zapier.Discover how focusing on goals and hiring the right talent can enhance...
2024-10-22
20 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 5 - Deciding between Remote, Hybrid, and In-Office Work Setups
In this episode, I delve into the ongoing debate in the corporate world: the choice between remote, hybrid, and in-office work models.The conversation focuses on evaluating which model is best suited for a specific company, rather than broadly debating which is superior.Key Topics Discussed:1. Current Work Landscape StatisticsA significant portion of the workforce prefers remote work, with many companies adopting various models.Indication of industry trends and employee preferences.2. Remote WorkPros: Accesses global talent, offers employee flexibility, reduces costs, and saves commuting...
2024-10-08
32 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 4 - The Do's and Don'ts of Scaling Your Business
In this episode, I dive into the intricacies of scaling your business—the difference between growth and scaling, and why understanding this distinction is crucial to long-term success.I’ll explore the main do's and don'ts of scaling and also share real-life examples to highlight some success stories.You will learn about the vital role of HR in guiding companies through this transformative phase, ensuring that teams and operations evolve in line with business needs.Visit organizedchaos.fyi to subscribe to the podcast newsletter and access additional content. Got a Question or To...
2024-09-24
22 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 3 - 5 HR Capabilities Every Startup Needs
In this week’s episode, I discuss the 5 essential HR capabilities crucial for the success of rapidly growing startups. I’ll detail each capability and provide actionable steps to help you develop these within your organization.Key Topics Discussed:1. Hiring TalentImportance of aligning team members on job requirements and candidate profiles.The benefits and limitations of leveraging networks and employee referrals.Actionable steps for improving your hiring process, including preparation, consistent evaluation criteria, and fair candidate assessment.2. Onboarding with PurposeThe impact of comprehensive onboarding on employee rete...
2024-09-10
24 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 2 - The Impact of HR on Growth and Profitability
In this episode, I delve into the often-overlooked function of Human Resources (HR) and explore its critical role in driving growth and profitability for fast-growing startups.You'll discover why many Founders and CEOs undervalue HR and how this mindset can be detrimental to their businesses.I break down the three main reasons HR is frequently sidelined:Myopic vision from leadershipHR's inability to impact the businessSilo thinking within HR departmentsJoin me as I debunk the myth that HR is merely an administrative function and reveal how strategic HR can be a...
2024-08-27
17 min
Organized Chaos
Ep. 1 - Introduction: The Story Behind Organized Chaos
Welcome to the first episode of The Organized Chaos Podcast!In this episode, I share my personal journey, beginning with my early childhood in a family of entrepreneurs.I recount my educational path, the initial challenges I faced in my career, and my eventual entry into the HR field.I discuss both my entrepreneurial successes and failures, how I discovered my true passion, and the inspiration behind launching Organized Chaos.Visit organizedchaos.fyi to subscribe to the podcast newsletter and access additional content.Got a...
2024-08-01
27 min