In this episode of E-Coffee with Experts, host Victor Coupé chats with Jim Morrisroe, CEO of 15Five, a performance management platform trusted by 3,500+ companies and over 400,000 employees. Jim breaks down the hidden reasons most companies fail at team performance and retention, and why manager effectiveness is the real growth lever no one’s talking about.
Jim shares his journey from Slack to startup CEO, what burnout taught him about leadership, and how 15Five helps managers become actual leaders using data, personalization, and AI. They explore why traditional HR is broken, how to scale company culture without killing team morale, and what small teams need to know before they grow.
He also opens up about imposter syndrome, the “blanket” mistake most HR teams make, and why he believes HR needs to evolve just like marketing did, with real data, real targeting, and real ROI.
Whether you’re a founder scaling a fast-growing startup, a marketer juggling team dynamics, or a CEO tired of vague leadership fluff, this episode will shift the way you think about people, leadership, and performance.
Talent optimization is essential for employee retention.
Managers play a crucial role in employee satisfaction.
Authenticity in leadership enhances team dynamics.
HR should evolve to become a strategic partner.
Data-driven decision-making is vital for HR success.
Small companies should focus on product-market fit first.
Scaling culture is challenging as companies grow.
Leadership development is crucial for transitioning managers.
AI can personalize HR solutions effectively.
Cultural awareness is key in global teams.