In this episode of the Built by People podcast, Jennifer DuPlessis, Chief of Human Resources at Collin College, shares her unique career journey and insights on human resource strategies. Jennifer discusses the importance of job engagement, the impact of managerial coaching, and the role of job crafting in enhancing employee satisfaction and organizational success. She emphasizes the need for ongoing conversations between managers and employees to foster engagement, and offers practical examples and advice on implementing these practices in the workplace.

00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast

00:16 Sponsorship Message from Predige

00:44 Introducing Jennifer DuPlessis

00:51 Jennifer's Career Journey

02:33 Focus on PhD and Research

03:37 Defining Job Engagement

05:20 Importance of Managerial Coaching

07:51 Exploring Job Crafting

10:30 Challenges and Measuring Success

14:20 Parting Advice for HR Leaders

15:28 Conclusion and Farewell