32: Ep.32: Pressure Point - Mastering High-Performance Cultures: Insights from Chris Weiss, Partner at Elixxr
In this episode of the Pressure Point Podcast, we’re joined by Chris Weiss, Partner at Elixxr, to uncover the secrets behind building a high-performing culture and scaling a global consulting powerhouse. Chris shares Elixxr's journey from a 50-person startup to a 700+ person consultancy challenging industry giants. Learn about the principles of recruiting top talent, fostering ownership, and maintaining entrepreneurialism, even as your organization grows.
Topics
- Scaling Elixxr from 50 to 700+ Employees Globally
- Recruiting Top Talent and Setting Clear Expectations
- Creating a Culture of Ownership and Entrepreneurialism
- Avoiding Common Leadership Pitfalls in Talent Development
- Sustaining High-Performance Teams in a Demanding Industry
- Building Client-Centric Relationships and Delivering Excellence
Insights
- Raise the Bar: Every new hire and promotion should elevate the team’s overall capability, creating a culture of excellence.
- Ownership Matters: Fostering entrepreneurialism through shareholding and ownership opportunities keeps employees motivated and aligned with the company’s success.
- Transparent Expectations: Open communication and probation periods help ensure alignment between talent and organizational goals.
- Challenger Mentality: Distinguish your organization by delivering exceptional value and challenging norms to drive innovation.
- Work-Life Harmony: Elixxr emphasizes harmonization over balance, allowing flexibility to optimize personal and professional commitments.
- Client Collaboration: True consulting success lies in partnering with clients, not dictating to them.
Links
- Pressure Point — podcast home
- October Health — about October