Hire Power with Kim Frost

51. The Leadership Decisions That Impact Revenue Growth

What actually drives revenue growth inside a company? In this episode of Higher Power, we’re talking about the leadership habits that quietly shape growth behind the scenes — from alignment and decision-making to collaboration and clarity across teams. This conversation explores why some companies continue growing while others feel stuck, even when they have talented people and strong products. We also get into the hidden friction that slows teams down, the difference between delegation and true ownership, and why leadership consistency matters more than most people realize. Inside this episode: * Why growth problems are often leadership problems * The hidden cost of misalignment inside teams * What “empowered leadership” actually looks like * How internal friction impacts revenue * Why clarity matters more than doing more * The leadership habits that create momentum If your team feels busy but growth still feels harder than it should, this episode will give you a different perspective on what may actually be holding things back.  💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/] 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com [frostconnections.com]

50. What Actually Builds a Superteam (And Why Most Teams Never Get There)

What actually makes a team perform at a high level — and why do so many organizations struggle to get there? In this episode, we break down the hidden reasons teams fall short, even when the talent looks great on paper. From leadership blind spots to accountability issues, this conversation explores what separates average teams from truly high-performing ones. We also dive into the role clarity, communication, and team dynamics play in long-term success — and why building a strong team has less to do with individual talent than most people think. In this episode, we talk about: * Why great hires still fail on the wrong team * The problem with hiring for “culture fit” * What psychological safety actually means * Why clarity changes team performance * The leadership habits that impact company culture * How accountability affects team success * Why avoiding hard conversations hurts teams * The difference between managing and leading  💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/] 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com [frostconnections.com]

49. How to Lead Your Team Through a Merger, Acquisition, or Reorg

Mergers, acquisitions, and reorgs are supposed to signal growth. But inside the organization? It often feels like confusion, tension, and uncertainty. In this episode, we’re getting into what actually happens after the announcement and why so many of these transitions don’t play out the way leaders expect. Because it’s not just about the deal. It’s about what shifts underneath it. Roles change. Power changes. Behavior changes. And if that’s not handled right, things start to unravel fast. If you’re leading a team through change—or about to—this episode will give you a different lens on what really matters during these moments. In this episode: * What starts to break inside teams during major transitions * The leadership dynamic most people underestimate * Why “more communication” isn’t always the fix * What your team is thinking (even if they’re not saying it) * This isn’t a step-by-step playbook. * It’s a reality check on what leadership actually looks like when everything is shifting. 💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/] 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com [frostconnections.com]

48. Upskilling Isn’t Optional Anymore in Today’s Job Market

The way most people think about learning is outdated—and it’s quietly holding them back. In this episode, we’re breaking down what upskilling actually looks like right now… and why simply consuming more information isn’t the same as getting better. Because the gap isn’t knowledge. It’s application. We get into what’s really changing in today’s job market, where people tend to get stuck without realizing it, and how to shift the way you work without adding more to your plate. This is less about doing more—and more about doing things differently. What We Cover: * Why “learning once” doesn’t work anymore * The difference between knowing and actually improving * Where most people fall behind without realizing it * What actually makes someone stand out right now * A simpler way to approach growth that actually sticks 💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/] 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠frostconnections.com [frostconnections.com]

47. Leading Your Former Peers? Here’s What Actually Works in Your First 90 Days

You got the promotion… but no one prepared you for this part. Same team. Same company. Completely different dynamic. In this episode, Kim breaks down what really happens when you step into leadership, especially when you're now managing people you used to sit next to (or vent with). Because the truth is, your title may change overnight… but trust doesn’t come with it. In fact, sometimes it disappears the moment you get promoted. This is your real-world guide to navigating the first 90 days as a new leader without overcorrecting, overcompensating, or blowing up the room. If you’re stepping into leadership for the first time (or recently did), this episode will help you slow down, lead smarter, and actually earn the trust you need to succeed. In this episode, we cover: * What really changes when you go from peer to leader * Why promotions don’t automatically earn you trust * The #1 mistake leaders make in their first 90 days * How to observe and understand company dynamics before making changes * The balance between authority and approachability * How to manage former peers without damaging relationships * Why curiosity builds influence (and correction too early shuts it down) * How to identify informal power players inside an organization * What to say when addressing underperformance—without avoiding it * Why early challenges don’t always mean you made the wrong decision * Small actions that build more trust than big strategy moves 💬 Connect with Kim: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/frostkim/] 🌐 Learn more: ⁠⁠frostconnections.com [frostconnections.com]