Adapting HR Strategies for Rapid Organizational Growth with Katya Laviolette

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Katya, One Password's Chief People Officer, who shares insights from her extensive 30-plus year career in HR.

Katya discusses her journey from working in labor relations at large publicly traded companies to scaling HR functions in private startups.

She elaborates on One Password's explosive growth post-2019 funding, moving from a B2C to B2B model, and stresses the importance of codifying cultural values. Katya shares strategies for maintaining core values amidst rapid expansion and emphasizes the necessity of resilience and clear communication in fostering a high performance culture.

She addresses challenges in aligning the company's culture with business goals and offers practical advice on balancing people's needs with organizational objectives.

Katya rounds off the discussion with advice on building personal resilience and staying curious in the fast-paced world of HR.

00:00 Welcome to the Built by People Podcast

00:53 Katya's Career Journey in HR

01:58 Adapting Organizational Culture for Growth

04:37 Building a High-Performance Culture

06:06 Managing Resistance and Communication

09:01 Balancing People and Business Goals

11:14 Parting Advice on Resilience and AI

12:03 Conclusion and Farewell

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Jacob Little's Journey: Transforming HR to Foster Inclusion and Cultural Change

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Dave welcomes Jacob, who delves into his unique career journey that spans across organizations like Walmart and leading tech companies.

Jacob highlights pivotal moments in his career, such as finding his first community at Walmart's Pride Employee Resource Group and leading significant cultural transformations.

He shares an impactful case study of using the ADKAR change management model to implement inventory management technology in a large retailer, highlighting the human aspect of organizational change.

Jacob discusses strategies for integrating company values across the talent ecosystem and the benefits of skills-based decision-making in promoting fairness and objectivity.

He concludes with advice for change makers on persistence, self-care, and following one's passion and flow to find meaningful work.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:51 Jacob's Unique Career Journey

02:32 Cultural Transformation Case Study

05:08 Integrating Company Values

06:57 Impact of Skills Development

08:55 Parting Advice for Change Makers

10:45 Conclusion and Farewell

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Jessica Mitory's Impactful HR Journey and Strategic Transformations

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Jessica, who shares her insightful career journey in HR.

Jessica discusses her background growing up in a blue-collar family, her start in consulting focusing on compensation, and pivotal roles at PepsiCo and Advance Auto Parts.

She highlights significant change management initiatives, like redesigning bonus plans and investing in frontline wages, which helped reduce turnover and improve financial performance.

Jessica also emphasizes key pillars of stability during organizational changes and provides advice on balancing multiple HR roles, continuous learning, and building diverse experiences for solving complex problems.

The episode concludes with Jessica’s parting advice for HR professionals.

00:00 Introduction and Career Beginnings

01:37 Consulting and Compensation Insights

02:44 PepsiCo Experience and Growth

05:14 Joining Advanced Auto Parts

06:18 Transformation Initiatives at Advanced Auto Parts

09:58 Creating Stability During Change

13:55 Balancing Multiple Hats in HR

15:51 Parting Advice and Closing Remarks

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Navigating Career Transitions and Combating Ageism: Insights from Jason Lerner

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Jason, who shares his unique career journey from sales and family business to human resources leadership.

Jason discusses his non-traditional HR background and his experience in implementing HR systems. He also addresses ageism in the workplace, providing strategies to overcome biases against less seasoned and more experienced workers.

Jason shares a story about handling differing opinions during a heated panel discussion and offers advice on helping candidates assess cultural fit with potential employers.

He concludes with parting advice for job seekers on maintaining positivity during career transitions.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:51 Jason's Career Journey

01:37 Tackling Ageism in the Workplace

03:20 Navigating Heated Debates

05:06 Advising on Cultural Fit

06:25 Parting Advice for Job Seekers

07:01 Closing Remarks

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Transforming HR: Jeanette Winters Journey and Strategic Insights

In this episode of the Build by People Podcast, the host welcomes Jeanette, who shares her multifaceted career journey in HR. Jeanette discusses the transformation of shadow HR organizations into integrated HR functions, emphasizing the importance of aligning business and HR strategies.

She highlights the challenges of change management and the significance of understanding both business needs and cultural dynamics.

Jeanette provides insightful case studies, including improving offshore call center operations and integrating HR business partners into a company’s operations, leading to enhanced employee engagement and productivity.

She concludes with parting advice for aspiring HR professionals on understanding organizational culture and leveraging technology for better HR services.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:42 Jeanette's Career Journey

01:34 Transforming Shadow HR Organizations

06:09 Balancing Business Growth with HR Decisions

09:23 Impact of Integrating HR Business Partners

12:34 Parting Advice for HR Professionals

14:12 Closing Remarks

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Creating Authentic Company Cultures: Insights from Donovan Mattole

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Donovan, who shares his non-linear career journey from studying Middle Eastern studies in Jerusalem to leading HR roles in various global companies.

Donovan highlights the importance of aligning company culture with core values and offers strategies to ensure these values are lived and maintained within organizations. He discusses recruiting and retaining Gen Z employees, the integration of multigenerational workforces, and the significance of personal values in effective leadership.

Donovan concludes with advice on identifying and understanding personal values to better manage conflicts and align with company goals.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:49 Donovan's Career Journey

01:43 Foundations of Positive Company Culture

02:55 Living and Maintaining Core Values

04:58 Engaging and Retaining Gen Z Workforce

06:55 Balancing Generational Differences

07:59 Parting Advice on Personal Values

09:33 Conclusion and Farewell

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Valerie Capers Workman's Insights on Talent Engagement and Gen Z Recruitment

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Valerie, who discusses her unique career journey from compliance attorney to Chief Talent Engagement Officer at Handshake.

Valerie emphasizes the importance of early talent hiring strategies and shares how Handshake helps organizations connect with Gen Z candidates. She highlights the growing necessity for companies to build a talent brand and implement effective internship programs to prepare for the workforce's imminent generational shift.

Valerie also offers strategic advice for employers on supporting Gen Z's transition from college to the workplace and the critical need for AI proficiency.

The episode wraps up with Valerie's parting advice on incorporating AI skills into recruiting strategies.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:54 Valerie's Career Journey

01:44 Importance of Early Talent Hiring

02:22 Handshake's Role in Connecting with Gen Z

02:52 Employer Branding and Internship Programs

04:02 Supporting Gen Z Transition to the Workplace

05:02 Final Advice on AI Talent

05:42 Closing Remarks

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Navigating Non-Linear Career Paths and Leading with Empathy: Insights from John Kral

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes John, the Chief People Officer of Green Garden Child Development Centers, who shares his unique, non-linear career journey from ministry to corporate leadership.

John discusses key experiences that shaped his leadership style, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and empathy. He provides specific examples of driving change within organizations and turning potential problems into solutions through active listening and value-oriented leadership. John concludes with parting advice for HR leaders, highlighting the necessity of maintaining a posture of listening and involving people leaders in policy-making.

The episode offers valuable insights into effective leadership and fostering a supportive organizational culture.

00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast

00:38 Meet John: A Journey of Passion and People

02:36 Overcoming Challenges: Lessons from Early Career

05:32 Driving Change in Green Garden

07:25 Innovative Leadership: Values in Action

09:35 Parting Advice for Leaders

11:34 Closing Remarks

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Driving Strategic HR with Behavioral Data: Insights from Jackie DubeIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Jackie, an HR expert with extensive experience in multiple industries, including startup technology.

Jackie shares her career journey, the importance of behavioral data in hiring and leadership decisions, and the transition from traditional hiring to skills-based models.

She also discusses managing generational tensions in the workplace and emphasizes the need for clarity and transparency in organizational strategies. The conversation offers valuable insights into effective HR practices and leadership.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Jackie

00:14 Jackie's Career Journey

00:55 Joining Shape Up and Predictive Index

02:37 Using Behavioral Data in Hiring

04:12 Transitioning to a Skills-Based Model

05:37 Addressing Generational Tensions

06:49 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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AI-Driven HR Innovations: Taylor Bradley's Journey and Success at Turing

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Taylor shares his inspiring career journey from a firefighter paramedic to a seasoned HR professional. Now the VP of Talent and Strategy Success at Turing, Taylor delves into his role leading a team of HR professionals and experimenting with AI use cases.

He highlights key initiatives, such as reducing ticket processing time by 33% through a custom GPT and scaling employee onboarding by 100%.

Taylor also discusses balancing AI automation with human empathy, overcoming resistance to AI, and developing the IT support bot Alan to automate 60% of the annual support tickets by 2025.

He concludes with a piece of advice emphasizing the importance of culture in AI adoption within organizations.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Taylor

00:53 Taylor's Career Journey

01:33 Overview of Turing's Services

02:13 Scaling Employee Onboarding with AI

04:01 Balancing AI Automation with Human Empathy

05:16 Overcoming Skepticism in AI Implementation

07:16 Developing the IT Support Bot

08:57 Parting Advice on AI Adoption

09:32 Closing Remarks

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