Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Manager’s Mic, I speak with Francie Jain, CEO of Terrawatt and a Princeton graduate, about how coaching reshapes the modern workplace. Francie shares her journey launching a B2B marketplace for coaching and breaks down the connection between professional development and employee retention. We also explore the realities of remote work, the power of psychological safety, and why organizations that invest in growth see lasting performance gains.
Follow Francie Jain:
Website – https://terawatt.co/
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/franciejain/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/terawattgroups/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Francie Jain and Terrawatt
02:30 Francie’s Journey and the Birth of Terrawatt
04:58 The Value of Professional Development
06:51 Understanding Employee Turnover
09:18 Expanding Beyond Healthcare
11:40 Common Challenges in Coaching
13:55 Psychological Safety in the Workplace
16:07 The Debate on Remote Work
18:28 Creativity in Employee Engagement
20:43 Addressing Criticism of Remote Work
24:10 Exploring Virtual Best Practices
26:17 The Impact of Virtual Work on Productivity
29:14 Cost Savings Through Employee Retention
31:19 Defining a Good Coach
35:59 Personal Growth Through Coaching
38:35 Building a Values-Driven Business
39:42 Connecting with Francie Jain
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