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You"ve Got People Problems

Melissa Ortiz, Talent Optimization Expert

Let’s be honest. People problems aren’t just HR problems. They’re business problems.They show up as missed goals, unclear accountability, hiring mistakes, disengaged teams, and leaders carrying more than they should. Over time, they slow growth, create frustration, and make running a business feel harder than it needs to be. And they aren’t solved by another policy, personality test, or quick fix.Business would be simple… if it weren’t for people.That’s the reality behind You’ve Got People Problems,

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All Episodes

41:42

Building an Award Winning Culture in a Remote...

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2026/03/05

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Amber Bardon, founder and CEO of Parasol Alliance, to discuss what it really takes to build a strong company culture in a remote environment. Remote work is now a reality for many organizations, but creating connection, accountability, and engagement across a distributed team remains one of the biggest leadership challenges. Amber shares how she built Parasol Alliance into an award-winning workplace while operating re...

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43:43

Navigating the Layoff Landscape | Ep 37 | You've Got...

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2026/02/26

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, host Melissa Ortiz is joined by author and speaker Steve Jaffe to explore layoffs from a perspective that is rarely discussed openly: the human experience after a job loss and the responsibility leaders carry on both sides of the table. Drawing from his book The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery and his own experience of being laid off four times, Steve shares how people move through the emotional stages of job loss, including shock, sh...

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73:16

Businesses and Life: A Constant Rebalancing Act | Ep...

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2026/02/19

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, host Melissa Ortiz is joined by leadership advisor and author Carol Enneking for a candid conversation about the constant rebalancing act required in both business and life. Drawing from Carol’s decades of experience across corporate and entrepreneurial environments, the conversation explores why leaders struggle with priorities, decision-making, and clarity, even when they are capable, driven, and well-intentioned. Rather than chasing the idea o...

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53:42

Inserting AI Into the Org Chart | Ep 35 | You've Got...

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2026/02/12

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, host Melissa Ortiz is joined by organizational leader Amy Perenon to explore how artificial intelligence is already changing leadership, management, and organizational decision-making. Rather than focusing on future predictions, Melissa and Amy discuss how AI is showing up in real workplaces today. They explore how leaders are using AI as a thinking partner, where it can reduce cognitive load for managers, and why AI should support leadership jud...

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53:15

Do we Need a Partner or a Person? The...

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2026/02/05

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, host Melissa Ortiz is joined by organizational consultant Michelle Scribner to explore one of the most common, and costly, leadership questions: when to hire full-time, when to go part-time, and when fractional or outsourced support makes more sense. Using accounting and operational roles as real-world examples, Melissa and Michelle discuss how leaders often default to hiring before fully understanding the work that actually needs to be done. Th...

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60:13

Executive Functioning in the Workplace | Ep 33 |...

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2025/11/20

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz talks with Sarah Seitz and Kate Mathalone from The Enrichery, an organization dedicated to helping students discover how they learn, grow, and thrive—both in school and beyond. From early education to career readiness, Sarah and Kate share how The Enrichery empowers students and families to navigate challenges, set goals, and build confidence. Melissa draws powerful parallels between raising kids and managing people—because as she s...

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47:24

Clarity & Accountability: A Recipe for Success at...

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2025/11/13

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Dustin Bonn, VP of Operations at Marco Technologies, to talk about the power of clarity and accountability in leadership. With more than a decade of experience integrating teams through acquisitions, Dustin has seen firsthand how strong communication, clear expectations, and trust drive lasting success. You’ll learn how to: Build alignment across newly combined teamsLead through change without losing cultureUse accoun...

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53:23

One Great Tool for Protecting Retention & Building...

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2025/11/06

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Jenna Dillon, CEO of Visionology Coaching, to talk about self-awareness, blind spots, and how leaders can unlock the potential of their teams. As an executive coach working with senior leaders, Jenna helps people step into their best so their organizations can thrive. You’ll learn how to: Recognize and address leadership blind spotsDevelop self-awareness as a foundation for growthElevate team performance through bette...

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46:18

When Companies and People Don’t Grow Together | Ep...

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2025/10/30

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz welcomes Katie McConnell-Olson, Founder of GrowthWise Search Partners, to talk about what it really means to have the right recruiting partner. Katie shares how her firm operates as a fractional recruiting arm—helping businesses find and screen top talent without the limitations of traditional hiring models. You’ll learn how to: Rethink recruiting as a long-term partnership, not a transactionBuild hiring processes that reflect your ...

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41:36

Beyond the Office: Kotman's First Remote Hire Journey...

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2025/10/23

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Luke Ross, CEO of Kotman Technologies, to talk about the evolution from an office-first culture to a hybrid and remote model. Luke shares how his team has adapted to recruiting, onboarding, and leading employees across geographies—while maintaining strong communication, culture, and accountability. You’ll learn how to: Transition from in-office to remote teams without losing connectionBuild trust and accountability in...

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49:54

Outside Eyes & Quick Impact | Ep 28 | You've Got...

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2025/10/16

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Mike Drolet of Six Degrees to talk about what it takes to step into a new organization and quickly chart a path forward. With nearly two decades of experience leading private equity–backed companies through growth and transformation, Mike shares how he uses clarity, communication, and trust to strengthen retention and loyalty—especially during times of change. You’ll learn how to: + Step into leadership with confid...

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51:03

Beat Burnout & Prime Productivity | Ep 27 | You've...

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2025/10/09

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with David Satterwhite to talk about one of the most pressing leadership challenges today: how to beat burnout and prime productivity. With over 35 years in tech—including two decades as a CRO scaling companies from millions to hundreds of millions in revenue—David has seen firsthand that growth isn’t just about strategy or systems. It’s about people. You’ll learn how to: +Recognize the signs of burnout before they derail...

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57:21

Square Pegs, Round Holes | Ep 26 | You've Got People...

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2025/10/02

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Jennifer Guidry, founder and CEO of Solomon Advising, to talk about what it really takes to build well-rounded teams—and why forcing square pegs into round holes only holds businesses back. You’ll learn how to: +Recognize when someone’s gifts don’t align with their role +Develop teams that balance marketing, operations, and leadership strengths +Create a culture where people are empowered to contribute at their highe...

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38:38

BEWARE Interview Bias | Ep 25 | You've Got People...

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2025/09/25

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Philip Samuel Raj, founder and CEO of TechJs, to talk about the intersection of AI, culture, and leadership. With a mission to help every individual and business transform with AI, Philip brings a unique lens on how disruption can be both technological and human. You’ll learn how to: +Embrace AI as a tool for transformation without losing focus on people +Create cultures that thrive during disruption and change +Bala...

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54:10

People Problems or System Problems: Why We Tend to...

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2025/09/18

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Octavia “Tav” Treadway, founder and Chief Greatness Officer of You’re Carrying Something Great, to explore why leaders so often mistake system problems for people problems. You’ll learn how to: +Distinguish between challenges rooted in systems versus individual performance +Avoid wasting time and resources by solving the wrong problem +Build ecosystems that support small business growth and team success +Approach pro...

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48:40

Engaging Employees in the Trade | Ep 23 | You've Got...

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2025/09/11

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Mary Akioka to talk about how leaders can better engage and retain the skilled trades workforce. These are the “industrial athletes” who build our communities, often in extreme conditions, where trust, safety, and strong leadership matter most. You’ll learn how to: +See frontline workers as “industrial athletes” and lead them differently +Tailor communication, benefits, and programs for crews with unique needs +Build...

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44:35

Why We Shouldn’t Care So Much About Degrees &...

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2025/09/04

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa sits down with Ajay Malik—founder of StudioX and former leader at Google and Cisco—to explore why degrees and formal qualifications shouldn’t be the gatekeepers for great talent. Ajay shares how his own hiring experiences have proven that skill, creativity, and problem-solving matter far more than what’s listed on a diploma. You’ll learn how to: Recognize the limits of résumés and degrees in predicting successSpot potential and capability...

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54:10

Who Not How | Ep 21 | You've Got People Problems

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2025/08/28

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa Ortiz talks with Lauren Fisher, Senior HR Business Partner at Tru HR Solutions, about the game-changing leadership concept Who, Not How. They explore why shifting your focus from doing it yourself to finding the right person can save time, increase effectiveness, and strengthen your team. You’ll learn: How “Who, Not How” applies to leaders in any industryThe role of trust, autonomy, and role clarity in empowering peopleWhy healthy conflic...

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48:15

Laying the Groundwork for Recruitment, Selection, &...

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2025/08/21

In this episode of You’ve Got People Problems, Melissa sits down with William to dig into the real-world talent acquisition challenges that growth-focused companies face. From the very first candidate interaction to the first days on the job, every step of the journey matters. You’ll learn how to: + Design a candidate journey that feels intentional—not transactional + Structure debriefs so hiring managers can make better, faster decisions + Communicate clearly to reduce “ghosting” and interv...

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52:09

From Chaos to Clarity: Leading Through Alignment | Ep...

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2025/08/14

In this episode, Melissa Ortiz sits down with Paisley Coxsey to talk about what happens when leaders finally stop trying to carry the whole business themselves—and start creating alignment across their team. Paisley shares her journey as a Fractional COO, what it means to “lead second,” and how clarity (not just hustle) is what actually moves the needle. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the weeds, unsure how to scale, or frustrated with team communication—this conversation is for you. 🎧

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