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75,000+ podcast views across platforms

1,300+ hours of leadership conversations consumed

A growing audience of leaders, operators, and business owners

75,000+ podcast views across platforms 1,300+ hours of leadership conversations consumed A growing audience of leaders, operators, and business owners

Leadership Isn’t Clean. It’s Chaotic.

Don’t Waste the Chaos is where real leaders talk about the moments that tested them—and what it actually takes to lead through them.

Hosted by Kerri Roberts, this podcast blends business, leadership, faith, and real-world experience—without the polished answers or corporate scripts.

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Real Conversations. Real Growth.

Each week, I sit down with leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts to talk about:

  • the pressure no one talks about

  • the decisions that shape teams and businesses

  • what actually works when things get messy

These aren’t highlight reels. They’re the conversations leaders actually need.

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Episode 46: The Science Behind Behavioral Assessments in HR

This episode explores how behavioral and cognitive assessments can transform team dynamics by improving hiring decisions, enhancing employee development, and fostering collaboration. HR expert Kerri shares over 20 years of experience, offering practical advice and real-world success stories. Listeners will learn how aligning their people strategy with business goals can reduce turnover, boost productivity, and deliver measurable results—all while keeping costs manageable. Whether you're a small business owner or leading a growing team, this episode provides essential tools for leveraging people-focused strategies to drive sustainable growth.

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