Dec. 9, 2024

The Acquisition Game: Winning the War for Top Talent

In this episode of One Pour Problems, Sal Marino sits down with Emily Wood, Partner and Chief Client Officer at Connecticut Wealth Management, to unpack what it really takes to attract, grow, and retain top talent in today’s competitive job market. From managing Gen Z expectations to designing offices that actually boost retention, Emily shares actionable strategies that go beyond salary.

They explore the shift from hustle culture to work-life harmony, why culture-first hiring leads to better long-term results, and how data-driven compensation is key to building trust. Whether you’re leading HR or managing a growing team, this episode is filled with insights on creating a workplace that top performers want to stay in.

Perfect for listeners interested in:
Workforce retention, hiring strategies, Gen Z in the workplace, company culture, office design for employee engagement, compensation trends

Sal chats with Emily Wood, Partner and Chief Client Officer at Connecticut Wealth Management, LLC, about strategies for attracting and retaining top talent in today’s competitive job market. They dive into creating work-life harmony, addressing the challenges of managing a Gen Z workforce, and the importance of promoting from within by providing training opportunities. Emily highlights how thoughtfully designed office spaces, with elements like golf simulators, gyms, and signature scents, can encourage a happy return to in-person work. They also discuss hiring for cultural fit and fair compensation backed by data-driven insights.

The evolving talent landscape

Work-life balance vs. hustle culture

What Gen Z wants in a workplace

How to retain employees through career growth

Designing an office culture that attracts top talent

Fair pay: What the data says

Final thoughts & key takeaways

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