Breaking Educational Barriers in Talent Acquisition with Ren Akinci

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Ren, who shares her 15-year journey in HR across various industries and discusses the pivotal moment when she realized the unnecessary barriers created by college degree requirements.

Ren talks about her partnership with OneTen to remove degree requirements in over 75% of job descriptions and how this initiative has diversified talent pools and strengthened recruitment pipelines.

She shares insights on the impact of eliminating degree prerequisites on diversity and inclusion and emphasizes hiring based on skills and potential over formal education.

Ren concludes with advice for companies interested in adopting similar approaches and stresses the importance of tapping into a wider talent market.

00:00 Introduction and Career Journey

01:08 Realizing the Barriers of Degree Requirements

02:17 Practical Experience Over Formal Education

03:15 Partnership with OneTen

04:28 Impact on Diversity and Inclusion

05:47 Success Stories and Skills-Based Hiring

06:56 Parting Advice and Call to Action

07:44 Conclusion

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Kenneth Ceaser's Journey: From Military Service to HR Leadership

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Ken, the Chief People and Culture Officer at Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

Ken recounts his extensive 24-year career journey which began in the Air Force and transitioned through key roles at Flowserve, Boeing, AmerisourceBergen, and eventually to MADD. He shares valuable mentorship experiences and highlights how influential women leaders shaped his approach to becoming a true business partner.

Ken discusses his use of AI in HR for predictive analytics and turnover trends, underscores the importance of understanding business operations for effective HR, and elaborates on his passion for teaching and mentoring future HR professionals.

The episode concludes with Ken's advice on the integration of AI in HR, the importance of mentorship in the profession, and his excitement for the future of young HR talent.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:54 Ken's Career Journey

02:40 Impactful Mentorship Stories

05:14 Applying AI in HR

06:59 Incognito HR Certification

09:18 Passion for Teaching and Mentoring

10:30 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Amy Stengel's Journey to Inclusive Leadership and Hybrid Work Success

In this episode of the People podcast, Amy shares her non-traditional career journey from a high school English teacher to Chief People Officer at Best Egg.

She discusses her various roles in corporate law, banking, and higher education, emphasizing her continual pursuit of alignment between her passions and skill set.

Amy elaborates on implementing inclusive leadership practices at Best Egg, focusing on the importance of an inclusive culture for driving business outcomes. She highlights strategies for managing in a hybrid work environment, including redesigning work for outcomes, leveraging tools like Slack and Atlassian, and fostering connections through employee resource groups.

Amy also shares her approach to developing future leaders using the DISC tool and the importance of creating a common language within organizations to connect employees.

The episode concludes with Amy’s advice on the significance of common language for effective communication in hybrid work settings.

00:00 Introduction and Career Journey

02:26 Challenges in Implementing Inclusive Leadership

05:39 Adapting Leadership for Hybrid Work

11:26 Developing Future Leaders with DISC

14:14 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Leadership and Development with Kristen Hildebrant from Aero Security

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Kristen, Aero Security's first HR C-Suite executive, who shares her career journey from retail to corporate HR. Kristen discusses her pivotal role in implementing a formal learning and development team focused on employee growth across various roles.

She highlights her adaptive leadership approach and mentoring success, emphasizing the importance of practical application in leadership programs. Kristen also delves into a non-traditional training program she co-created during Covid, fostering accountability and engagement among leaders.

She concludes with advice on elevating the HR profession by emphasizing its multifaceted value and the influence HR professionals can wield within organizations.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:51 Kristen's Career Journey

02:01 Impactful HR Initiatives at Aero

03:21 Leadership Development and Mentorship

05:25 Innovative Adult Learning Approaches

07:47 Parting Advice for the HR Community

09:00 Conclusion and Farewell

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Navigating HR Challenges with Stacey Nordwall: Insights on Wellbeing and Organizational Culture

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Stacy, who shares her career journey from studying psychology and communication to working in HR for early-stage startups.

Stacy discusses the challenges and strategies involved in setting boundaries between personal support and professional responsibility, as well as addressing burnout among HR professionals.

She emphasizes the importance of community, external coaching, and clear communication during onboarding. Stacy also highlights the significance of senior leadership buy-in for successful culture shifts in organizational wellbeing.

The episode concludes with Stacy's advice on managing workloads and prioritizing self-care.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:49 Stacy's Career Journey

01:45 Navigating Workplace Boundaries

03:20 Addressing Burnout in HR

05:04 Creating Supportive Employee Experiences

06:35 Shifting Company Culture

08:02 Parting Advice for HR Professionals

08:52 Conclusion and Farewell

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Innovative HR Leadership with Laura Butler from Built by People Podcast

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Laura, a seasoned HR professional, to discuss her diverse career journey and insights on HR leadership.

Laura shares her experiences of integrating HR with technology and emphasizes the importance of aligning HR initiatives with strategic business goals.

She provides examples of successful goal setting and project management. Laura also discusses fostering a culture of autonomy by ensuring employees understand the interconnectedness of their work within the broader system.

The conversation further delves into leveraging AI and VR technologies to enhance HR practices, specifically in training and development.

Laura shares practical time management strategies and reflections on leading HR through organizational change, advising HR leaders to deeply understand people to better comprehend business dynamics.

The episode concludes with Laura’s thoughts on the future of HR and the integral role of new technologies.

00:00 Introduction and Career Journey

02:14 Translating HR Initiatives into Business Outcomes

05:17 Building a Culture of Autonomy

06:42 Leveraging AI and VR in HR

10:11 Effective Time Management Strategies

13:10 Leading HR Through Organizational Change

14:58 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Navigating Dual HR Leadership Roles with Alex Salas from NY SHRM

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Alex, an HR practitioner and President of New York City SHRM.

Alex shares his unique career journey and insights on balancing his dual roles effectively. He emphasizes the importance of having a strong team and the value of being actively involved in HR associations for professional growth.

Alex discusses differences in HR practices across various industries, the significance of professional networking, and offers practical advice for HR professionals looking to get involved in their local SHRM chapters.

The episode wraps up with Alex's parting advice on leaning into community, networking, and personal development.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:07 Balancing Dual Roles in HR

02:13 The Value of HR Associations

03:52 Getting Involved in SHRM

05:12 Differences Between Government and Private Sector HR

06:48 Advice on Professional Networking

07:56 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Innovative Talent Acquisition Strategies with Ray Smith

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Ray, an HR veteran with 20 years of experience. Ray discusses her career journey from corporate recruiting to becoming an SVP of HR.

She shares the development of the 'Red Carpet Experience' strategy for talent acquisition, which significantly improved recruitment success.

Ray also talks about overcoming challenges in attracting diverse candidates through innovative promotional methods.

The conversation highlights the importance of building relationships with operational staff and creating a culture of accountability within organizations.

Ray concludes with advice on being proactive and taking chances in the HR field.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:52 Ray's Career Journey in HR

01:30 Developing the Red Carpet Experience

04:08 Overcoming Recruitment Challenges

06:40 Building Relationships in HR

08:29 Parting Advice for HR Professionals09:47 Conclusion and Farewell

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Building Culture and Mentorship with Michelle Sutter from Fanatics

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Michelle shares her diverse career journey from working on cruise ships to leading culture and organizational development at Fanatics.

She discusses how her sales leadership experience influenced her approach to building sustainable organizational culture.

Michelle details her efforts in designing and scaling impactful mentorship programs, starting with a grassroot initiative within her organization. She also talks about maintaining cultural consistency across remote teams and shares practical advice on fostering a culture of care and appreciation.

Michelle ends with an announcement of her upcoming nonprofit, Opening Doors Foundation, aimed at mentoring female professionals in Kenya.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:51 Michelle's Career Journey

01:46 Transition to HR and Culture Building

02:22 Sales Leadership and Organizational Culture

03:09 Designing a Sustainable Mentorship Program

06:58 Launching a Nonprofit Mentorship Program

07:37 Maintaining Culture Across Remote Teams

11:08 Advice on Leadership and Culture

12:22 Conclusion and Farewell

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Transformative HR Strategies with Cortney Worle from Cafe Rio

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Courtney, the VP of HR at Cafe Rio.

Courtney shares her unique career journey from retail management to HR leadership, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and seizing opportunities beyond one's job description.

She discusses her strategic approach in transforming HR into a business partner role, including initiatives like the 'Nailing the 90' program that improved employee retention by 25%.

Courtney also highlights the challenges of communication in dispersed workforces and describes the implementation of a new time and attendance system with Harry to enhance team communication.

Additionally, she talks about mentorship, succession planning, and the significance of being an active participant in broader business conversations.

The episode concludes with Courtney's advice on embracing change, continuous learning, and building cross-functional relationships.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:49 Courtney's Career Journey

02:45 Transforming HR into a Strategic Partner

02:56 Compensation and Retention Strategies

05:29 Technology Initiatives in HR

07:46 Developing Leadership Skills

09:23 Succession Planning Challenges

10:55 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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