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In this episode, interviews Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer, a renowned human capital strategist and author. They discuss the importance of networking, the transition from corporate to entrepreneurial life, and the need for vulnerability in leadership. Dr. Bentzen-Mercer shares her insights on creating a blueprint for career transitions and emphasizes the significance of human capital investment in organizations.

The conversation also touches on the necessity of empathy in the workplace and challenges traditional hiring practices, advocating for a focus on potential rather than arbitrary criteria.

Finally, they explore the importance of setting boundaries and the power of saying no - something almost all of us can draw from.

Connect with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcynthiabentzenmercer/

Connect with your host, Erika:
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