705: The power of investing in PEOPLE, removing emotion, and intentional leadership w/ Mario Barge

Welcome back to another episode of the Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur Podcast! In today's episode, host Brian Lofrumento sits down with special guest Mario Barge, a highly knowledgeable leader in the field of business and HR, and the co-founder of Geneva Executive Partners. Throughout the conversation, we delve into the importance of maintaining employee performance, navigating personal challenges in the workplace, and developing effective strategies for incentivizing and retaining team members. Mario's expertise and practical insights shed light on the intersection of business and leadership, offering valuable takeaways for entrepreneurs at any stage of their journey. So, grab your headphones and get ready to dive into this episode filled with actionable tips and compelling discussions.ABOUT MARIOMario Barge is a highly accomplished HR executive with over 20 years of experience at Fortune 25, 100, and Private Equity-backed companies across a multitude of industries. Leveraging his license as an attorney, Mario has worked with CEOs and C-suite executives with a focus on addressing their ever-changing needs. Mario has helped business owners, executives, leaders, and professionals move from great to extraordinary through his successful coaching approach. His work with companies has improved their retention, succession, and engagement results. Recognized in 2022 for Leadership Excellence in Healthcare, Mario has an extensive background that includes the following areas of expertise:Culture and EngagementDiversity, Equity & InclusionExecutive, Business and Performance CoachingOrganizational DevelopmentEmployee Relations & HR CompliancePerformance ManagementLeave ManagementThreat Assessment & ManagementCompany Policy Development & ManagementLINKS & RESOURCESVisit Geneva Executive Partners’ WebsiteFind Geneva Executive Partners on LinkedInConnect with Mario on LinkedIn