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the Talent Sherpa podcast

Jackson O. Lynch

The Talent Sherpa Podcast is where senior leaders come to rethink how human capital really works.Hosted by Jackson Lynch and Scott Morris, this podcast cuts through the noise of traditional HR chatter and zeroes in on what actually drives business performance.No fluff. No filler. Just hard-hitting insights, dry humor, and tactical guidance for leaders who are tired of HR metrics that measure motion instead of impact.Each episode challenges outdated thinking and replaces it with a sharper, more

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Why HR Leaders Need to Lead with Numbers | May 15, 2025

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2025/05/15

In today's episode, Jackson Lynch breaks down why successful CHROs think and act like business leaders first,and HR leaders second. Jackson dives into the critical importance of mastering company financials, deeply understanding strategic goals, and aligning HR initiatives directly with profitability, revenue, and operational excellence. You'll leave this episode understanding exactly how to transform your role from operational HR executive to indispensable strategic business leader.CHRO, HR

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00:09:09

Self-Deception: The Worst Hire I Ever Made | May 12,...

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2025/05/12

In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch shares a candid lesson from the toughest hire of his career—the candidate who wasn’t lying to him, but to themselves. Despite thorough vetting, trusted assessments, and careful processes, this hire still failed spectacularly. Jackson explores why self-deception is the hardest red flag to detect, how over-optimizing around a single executive relationship can blind you to broader leadership gaps, and why flawless assessment results can

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00:08:42

Is AI Quietly Killing Your Team’s Strategic Thinking?...

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2025/05/09

In this episode of the Talent Sherpa podcast, Jackson dives into a critical yet overlooked issue facing senior leaders: artificial intelligence may be speeding up your teams, but at what cost? While AI tools streamline work and boost productivity, they might also be undermining your employees' ability to think strategically and handle complexity. Jackson shares why the future success of your business doesn't rely on having the fastest workforce, but on cultivating resilient, critical

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00:08:38

Your First CHRO Job Will Break You If You're Not...

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2025/05/06

Stepping into your first CHRO role isn’t a career step—it’s an identity shift. Most new CHROs underestimate the move, mistaking technical HR skills for strategic leadership capability. In this episode, we break down five critical realities every new CHRO must master to thrive, including the shift from HR practitioner to strategic advisor, mastering influence without direct authority, managing your time strategically, building psychological resilience, and coping with the inherent loneliness of

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00:08:54

Spotting the Elusive A-Player in the Wild: The Senior...

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2025/05/05

In this Talent Sherpa Podcast episode, host Jackson Lynch provides senior leaders with a no-nonsense field guide for spotting genuine A-Players, the rare talent who elevate teams, tackle tough challenges head-on, and drive real results without drama. Forget complicated frameworks and empty buzzwords. Learn practical strategies to decisively identify these game-changers by their habits, mindset, and actions in the workplace. If you're tired of guessing or overcomplicating talent management, this is

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00:08:43

E45 | Is Your HR Data Driving Decisions? | July 4, 2025

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2025/05/02

In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, host Jackson O. Lynch discusses the critical importance of making HR data relevant in business reviews. He emphasizes the need for HR metrics to align with measurable business outcomes, the significance of predictive analytics, and the necessity of simplifying data presentation to enhance clarity and impact. The conversation highlights strategies for HR leaders to effectively communicate their value to executives and drive meaningful business

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00:09:15

HR Meet Finance: It’s Like Couples Therapy, But With...

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2025/05/01

In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch tackles the hard truth that HR leaders who can’t speak the language of finance risk losing their seat at the executive table. Forget vague engagement scores or ambiguous metrics. Senior leaders must translate talent strategy into measurable financial outcomes if they want to remain relevant.Jackson outlines why every hire is fundamentally a financial investment, explains how even modest productivity gains can significantly impact

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00:07:59

The “So That” Mindset: Connecting HR Actions to...

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2025/04/29

In this episode of The Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch unpacks how two small words—“so that”—can completely transform the way HR teams operate, communicate, and drive impact. If your team is launching programs, running surveys, and hosting trainings without a clear business outcome in mind, you’re not alone—but it’s time to change that.With a story about Jimmy and his short-lived “Culture Activation Series,” Jackson breaks down the danger of activity without outcomes—and shows how to reframe

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00:09:40

Vanity Metrics Are Lying to You (And Everybody Knows...

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2025/04/25

In this episode of The Talent Sherpa Podcast, host Jackson Lynch delivers a sharp, funny, and painfully honest take on the metrics that make HR look busy—but not strategic. From training hours and engagement scores to resume tallies and Slack activity, Jackson unpacks why these vanity metrics are the security blankets of corporate life—and why they’re silently undermining HR’s credibility at the top.He shares a classic story about a high-effort, low-impact HRBP (shoutout to Jimmy), walks through the

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00:08:48

Outcomes Over Optics: Why Strategic HR Isn’t About...

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2025/04/22

In this episode of The Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch lays out a straight-talking case for why HR must stop measuring effort and start measuring impact. If your team is tracking training hours, counting resume screens, and organizing Earth Day events—but can’t show business results—you’re not doing strategic HR. You’re doing admin.With humor, hard truth, and a story about poor ol’ Jimmy (who meant well but missed the point), Jackson unpacks how to align HR work with enterprise value. Learn why

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00:07:14

Lead with a Story: The Underrated Skill Every Senior...

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2025/04/18

In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch breaks down why storytelling isn’t a soft skill—it’s a strategic leadership weapon. Forget 142-slide decks and forgettable memos. Senior leaders need to move people, not just inform them. With one memorable story (real story, fake name), Jackson shows how a narrative can transform compliance into commitment and how one simple theme can make a performance review stick for months. You’ll learn how to structure your message, choose the right

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00:08:03

The Succession Plan You’ll Never Use (Unless You Test...

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2025/04/16

Most succession plans look great on paper—until the pressure hits. In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch explores why tabletop exercises are the secret weapon behind real-world succession readiness. It’s not about testing people—it’s about testing whether the plan will actually be followed when it matters most.You’ll learn how tabletop scenarios expose quiet hesitations, force real-time decisions, and help teams refine their plans before a crisis hits. Featuring a classic Jimmy

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00:09:12

Don’t Start with Strategy - Start with Connection |...

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2025/04/11

In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch explores one of the most overlooked challenges for new human capital leaders: building trust fast.You’ve got the title, the plan, and the pressure to deliver. But none of it matters if you can’t connect—with your stakeholders, your peers, and the informal power players who really shape outcomes.This episode breaks down how to become a superconnector—someone who doesn't just build relationships but engineers influence across the

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00:09:05

Culture Is Shaped in Micro-Moments, Not Mission...

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2025/04/10

In this episode, Jackson Lynch reveals how your organization's culture isn't built through mission statements or motivational posters; it's crafted through everyday micro-decisions made by leaders. You'll learn why who you hire matters as much as their skill set, how your approach to recognition influences team belonging, the powerful message sent through your reaction to mistakes, and what your budget allocations truly say about your priorities. Jackson also dives into why conflict

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00:09:00

Talent Density: The Hidden Metric that Predicts...

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2025/04/03

In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, host Jackson Lynch explores why traditional HR metrics—like engagement scores, turnover rates, and hiring speed—don’t predict lasting organizational success. Instead, Jackson reveals Talent Density, the percentage of A-Players within your organization, as the most critical predictor of sustainable performance and innovation. Through storytelling, humor, and practical strategies, listeners will understand how focusing on Talent Density transforms company

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00:07:02

The ROI of Employee Well-being: Why It’s Your Most...

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2025/03/21

Many organizations treat employee well-being as a “nice-to-have” rather than a profit-driving strategy—and that mindset is costing them billions. In this episode of The Talent Sherpa Podcast, host Jackson Lynch breaks down the real financial impact of well-being initiatives, backed by hard data.$8.8 trillion—The global cost of disengaged employees (Gallup, 2024).21% higher profitability—Companies with engaged employees outperform their peers (Gallup, 2023).51% lower turnover—Organizations

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00:06:36

No More Bosses? The Future of Leadership in Flat...

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2025/03/18

SummaryIn this episode of the Talent Sherpa podcast, Jackson Lynch discusses the significant shift in corporate America towards flatter organizational structures, particularly in the SMB market.He explores the implications of this change on leadership, career growth, and the role of AI in management. Lynch emphasizes the need for organizations to rethink traditional hierarchies and promote influence-based leadership, where collaboration and strategic thinking are paramount.Jackson also highlights

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00:07:48

The Expertise Drain: Why AI is Making Us Worse at...

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2025/03/16

As experienced employees retire in record numbers, AI is stepping in to automate tasks—but instead of closing the knowledge gap, it’s making it worse. AI can process information and generate recommendations, but it doesn’t build judgment. Without intentional knowledge transfer, organizations risk creating a workforce that is efficient but strategically weak.In this episode, Jackson Lynch explores why mentorship, critical thinking, and decision-making frameworks must be prioritized before it’s too

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00:07:03

Are You Really Ready for Change? Six Questions Every...

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2025/03/11

Change isn’t just about having a plan—it’s about execution. And execution depends on having the right people, mindset, and infrastructure in place. In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch walks through six critical questions every leader must ask to assess their organization’s change readiness. From leadership alignment to execution discipline, we’ll break down the biggest gaps that derail change efforts—and how to fix them. If you’re leading change—or about to—this episode is

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00:07:25

The 5 Career Truths No One Tells You | March 4, 2025 013

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2025/03/04

Most career advice is designed to keep you comfortable, not successful. We’re told to work hard, be patient, and follow the rules—but the people who actually rise to the top know better. They understand that leverage, perception, and positioning are what really drive career growth.In this episode of The Talent Sherpa Podcast, Jackson Lynch breaks down five career truths no one tells you, including why you’re not paid for your time, how being indispensable can actually hold you back, and why the most

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