Do you see being part of the solution as one of your leadership responsibilities?
In his role as Chief Investment Strategist for a leading US bank, Jeff Korzenik is used to finding solutions to complex challenges but none are more complex than his work in creating opportunities for the re-employment of people with criminal records. Jeff believes second chance hiring is good for society and good for business. His leadership approach to helping organisations open hearts and minds is firmly rooted in reality and the systems and processes that support success.
Why you should listen: a leadership framework for creating opportunities
Growing corporate cultures of redemption and forgiveness
Using courageous leadership to break the cycle
Being a leadership role model for social change
We explore a leadership mindset that’s open to marginalised people
An expanded leadership perspective on rebuilding lives
Leadership innovation in solving labour shortages
Leadership empathy - who hasn’t made a mistake?
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About Jeff Korzenik:
Chief Investment Strategist, Author and Speaker, Jeff Korzenik share leadership principles for second chance hiring.
Jeff Korzenik is Chief Investment Strategist for one of the nation’s largest banks, where he is responsible for the investment strategy and the allocation of over $40 billion in assets. A regular guest on CNBC, Fox Business News, and Bloomberg TV, his insights into the economy, markets, manufacturing and the workforce are frequently cited in the financial and business press. His writings on economics and public policy have been published in Barron’s, Forbes, CNN, the Chicago Tribune and other outlets.
Jeff is the author of “UNTAPPED TALENT: How Second Chance Hiring Works for Your Business and the Community” (HarperCollins Leadership, April 2021), which shares the business case and best practices for hiring people with criminal records. In recognition of his work on the interaction of the criminal justice system and the labor markets, Jeff was elected to membership in the Council of Criminal Justice.
Jeff is a graduate of Princeton University, with an A.B. in Economics and a Certificate of Proficiency in Near Eastern Studies.
Find out more: www.jeffkorzenik.com
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About your host, Canberra leadership expert Zoë Routh:
Zoë Routh is one of Australia’s leading experts on people stuff - the stuff that gets in our way of producing results, and the stuff that lights us up. She works with the growers, makers, builders to make people stuff fun and practical.
Zoë is the author of four books: Composure - How centered leaders make the biggest impact, Moments - Leadership when it matters most, Loyalty - Stop unwanted staff turnover, boost engagement, and build lifelong advocates, and People Stuff - Beyond Personalities: An advanced handbook for leadership. People Stuff was awarded Book of the Year 2020 by the Smart WFM Australian Business Book Awards.
Zoë is also the producer of The Zoë Routh Leadership Podcast.