Exploring HR Strategies and Innovations with ClarkIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host interviews Clark, a seasoned HR professional. Clark shares his untraditional career path in HR, starting from journalism and transitioning through financial services to his current role at US Bank. He discusses his experience in various companies like HP and Cognizant, emphasizing how different organizations shaped his HR approach. Clark delves into employee engagement, specifically the Deloitte model, and highlights the importance of meaningful work, supportive management, and growth opportunities over superficial engagement activities. He also explains his data-driven approach to workforce analytics and compensation strategies. Clark discusses the development of a skill-based role architecture at US Bank, aimed at providing clear growth paths for employees. He concludes with advice on achieving work-life balance, stressing the importance of setting personal boundaries. The episode is presented by Previ, which offers significant savings on essentials for employees.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:37 Meet Clark: From Broadcast Journalism to HR Leadership01:55 Clark's Career Journey: From HP to US Bank03:10 Employee Engagement: Beyond Happy Hours06:37 Transforming Data into Actionable Insights08:58 Developing a Skill-Based Role Architecture11:44 Parting Advice: Work-Life Balance13:10 Conclusion and Farewell

Building Organizational Culture and Encouraging Lifelong Learning with Connie from Altos LabsIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Connie, the Chief People Officer at Altos Labs, to discuss her career journey and experiences in human resources. Connie shares insights on building a strong organizational culture and emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and curiosity. She discusses her time at Genentech and her current efforts at Altos Labs to foster a mission-driven culture focused on reversing disease and disability. Connie also highlights successful strategies for building relationships, promoting diversity, and nurturing innovation within organizations. Her parting advice underscores the value of being open to different perspectives and continually learning from those around you.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:14 Sponsor Message: Previ Network00:38 Guest Introduction: Connie's Career Journey01:25 Building Strong Organizational Culture03:06 Impactful Relationship Building05:28 Fostering Curiosity for Innovation07:07 Connie's Advice to the Community08:14 Closing Remarks

Leveraging Culture for Business Success with Will on the Built by People PodcastIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host Dave invites Will, an experienced HR executive with over 20 years in the people function, to discuss his career journey and insights on corporate culture. Will shares his experiences with companies such as International Banana Republic, Visa Europe, Poshmark, and Oro, and his upcoming work on leadership development and culture. He elaborates on a case study involving a multinational bank where effective culture measurement helped mitigate internal fraud, saving millions in fines. Will emphasizes the inefficacy of traditional engagement surveys and advocates for behavior-based culture assessments. He also discusses his work with Icey Tech's Culture Scope and its significant benefits. Additionally, Will touches on balancing performance expectations with a healthy culture and talks about the evolving nature of leadership towards a multisensory approach. The episode concludes with Will's advice for HR leaders on embracing intuitive and data-validated leadership strategies.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:38 Meet Will: A Journey Through HR Leadership01:27 The Untapped Potential of Company Culture03:02 Effective Culture Measurement Strategies04:52 Balancing Performance and Healthy Culture06:32 Innovative Approaches to Culture Measurement08:19 Parting Advice for HR Leaders

HR Leadership Insights with Liz from Jewish Family ServicesIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host interviews Liz, a veteran HR professional with over 25 years of experience. Liz shares her career journey from retail and tourism to HR roles in various industries, including real estate, telecom, and nonprofit sectors. Currently with Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Liz discusses the challenges and strategies in HR leadership, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and funding uncertainties. She highlights the importance of transparent communication, people-first strategies, and effective community collaborations. Liz also shares her experience in transitioning from for-profit to nonprofit and offers insights on managing organizational resistance to change.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:14 Sponsor Message: Previ Network00:38 Guest Introduction: Liz's Career Journey03:25 Challenges and Strategies at Jewish Family Service05:10 Leadership and Community Collaboration06:52 Navigating Organizational Change07:47 Final Thoughts and Parting Advice

Nurturing Next Gen Talent: Christie's HR InnovationsIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Christie, a seasoned HR executive. Christie shares her unconventional journey from teaching to HR and her development of next-gen talent programs at Taylor Morrison Home Funding. These programs, including Financial Services University, are designed to address an aging workforce and attract younger talent by offering cross-functional training and career growth opportunities. Christie also discusses her work with New Journey, a nonprofit focused on financial literacy and career awareness in low-income areas, and highlights the importance of removing unnecessary education requirements to open up more opportunities. Her parting advice emphasizes the necessity of adaptability and open-mindedness in HR practices to attract and retain new generations of talent.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:37 Meet Christie: From Teaching to HR02:10 Developing Next Gen Talent Programs04:05 Success Stories from Talent Development Programs06:40 Partnering with New Journey for Financial Literacy09:18 Eliminating Unnecessary Education Requirements11:12 Advice for HR Leaders and Closing Remarks

Creative HR Strategies and Total Rewards with Joe on Built by People PodcastIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Joe, an HR professional with over 20 years of experience. Joe shares his career journey and his interest in compliance, employee benefits, and HR systems. He discusses the unique challenges of retaining top talent during today's uncertain market and how he approaches compensation and holistic rewards strategies at his current company, Link. Joe also elaborates on his previous experience at a law firm where he leveraged remote work policies to gain a competitive edge. Throughout the conversation, Joe emphasizes the importance of understanding business needs, creative thinking in compensation, and the evolving nature of total rewards. His parting advice encourages HR professionals to think outside the box and adopt a strategic approach aligned with business goals.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:48 Joe's Career Journey in HR02:07 Navigating the Great Resignation04:27 Creative Reward Strategies at Link05:59 Remote Work Policies at Previous Law Firm08:07 Educating Leaders on Total Rewards10:54 Parting Advice for Total Rewards Professionals11:46 Conclusion and Farewell

Gabriella Bedor's Journey: Empowering HR with Authentic Leadership

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Gabriela, the Chief Human Resource Officer, who shares her extensive career journey from an intern to her current role in HR leadership.

Gabriela emphasizes the importance of focusing on personal brand and performance to open career opportunities. She advocates for simple, genuine gestures to boost team morale and performance, highlighting the power of handwritten notes and small acts of kindness.

Gabriela discusses her approach to fostering authenticity within her HR team and balancing business continuity with compassionate leadership. She shares a successful strategy of implementing furloughs during a challenging time and underscores the importance of listening to employee feedback.

Gabriela concludes by stressing the need to maintain a human connection in HR roles and ensuring that employees feel valued and supported.

00:00 Introduction and Career Journey

01:25 The Power of Simple Gestures

03:04 Cultivating Authenticity in HR

04:34 Balancing Business and Compassion

06:21 Employee Retention Strategies

08:03 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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From Big Corporations to Shutterfly: Mandy's Leadership Journey and Insights

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Dave welcomes Mandy, the CHRO at Shutterfly, to discuss her career journey from working at major corporations like GE and Pepsi to her current role.

Mandy highlights the importance of leadership development practices she learned at these large companies and how they can be applied to build strong leadership within organizations today.

She shares stories about implementing 'back to basics' leadership principles and how these methods have positively impacted Shutterfly's culture and performance, even in the face of challenging business objectives.

Mandy also provides advice for both HR professionals and non-HR business leaders on maintaining strong leadership values and investing in talent development.

00:00 Introduction and Career Journey

02:22 Lessons from GE and Pepsi

06:12 Implementing Leadership Principles at Shutterfly

09:55 Challenges of Leading a Seasonal Business

12:06 Balancing People-First Leadership with Business Goals

14:59 Parting Advice for HR and Business Leaders

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From Law to HR Leadership: Amanda's Unconventional Journey

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Amanda to discuss her unique career path from law school to HR leadership.

Amanda details her initial aspirations to become a prosecutor, her shift to private practice, and eventually transitioning into the HR space.

She highlights the challenges and learnings from her diverse roles, including her work with non-profits and her current role at Mind, where she serves as Chief Human Resources Officer.

Amanda offers insights into the fast-paced world of private equity, strategies for managing a largely remote workforce, and the value of leveraging her legal background in complex HR situations. She also shares personal reflections on staying connected and the importance of building a supportive network.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:49 Amanda's Career Journey

04:36 Transitioning from Law to HR

06:35 HR in Private Equity vs. Traditional Corporate

09:38 Remote Workforce Transformation

13:00 Legal Skills in HR

15:04 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Navigating HR Challenges in the Construction Industry with Brett Dolan

In this episode of the Build by People Podcast, the host welcomes Brett, an HR leader whose career transitioned from finance to HR over 25 years ago.

Brett shares his journey and delves into the specifics of implementing a compensation philosophy and pay transparency at O'Neill, a construction company known for its late adoption of HR innovations. He discusses the challenges of addressing pay transparency, including fears of loss of control and the importance of trust and accurate communication.

The conversation also covers conflict resolution strategies, highlighting a case of communication breakdown within the company and the use of frameworks like the Thomas Kilman model and Radical Candor.

Brett emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, active listening, and consistency in conflict management. He concludes with advice on being a better listener and understanding the underlying reasons behind people's actions.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:48 Brett's Career Journey

01:41 Challenges in Compensation Philosophy

03:55 Developing a Compensation Philosophy

05:42 Healthy Conflict in the Workplace

08:51 Conflict Management Strategies

14:10 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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