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Denise Grode, Chief Human Resources Officer at Cirrus Logic


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Navigating HR Transformation with Denise Grode from Centene

In this episode of the Built By People Podcast, host Tanner steps in for the usual host Dave, welcoming Denise as the guest. Denise shares her unplanned but successful career journey in HR, starting from an executive admin role to becoming a Chief HR Officer.

She emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities and not letting job titles define one's career. Denise discusses a major HR transformation she led at Centene, including growing the workforce and revenue significantly. She highlights the importance of having a strategic plan, being agile, and learning from mistakes.

Denise also talks about the value of data analytics in HR, particularly around new hire retention, and the evolving expectations from HR due to the pandemic, such as hybrid work models.

She provides insights into managing multiple HR roles and the importance of optimizing human capital. Lastly, Denise underscores the need for HR professionals to adapt to advancements in AI.

00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome

01:00 Denise's Career Journey

02:45 Transforming HR Organizations

04:56 Data Analytics in HR

06:29 Adapting HR Practices Post-Pandemic

08:12 Balancing Multiple HR Roles

09:51 Final Advice for HR Professionals

11:20 Closing Remarks

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