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Navigating HR Challenges and Union Relations with Meredith Gatzke
In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, we welcome Meredith, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Montclair State University, as she discusses her career journey from teaching to HR leadership.
Meredith shares her experiences working in heavily unionized environments, emphasizing the importance of communication and collaboration. She offers insights on effective strategies for implementing change, managing labor dynamics, and balancing the needs of employees, leadership, and unions.
The conversation also touches on the future of labor relations, the role of technology, and the importance of adaptability and mental health in HR practices.
The episode is sponsored by Previ, an employer network providing private pricing for employees to save on essential services.
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:14 Sponsor Message: Previ Employer Network
00:39 Guest Introduction: Meredith's Career Journey
01:57 Navigating Unionized Environments
04:00 Effective Strategies for Union Relationships
08:33 Balancing Needs During Organizational Change
11:10 Future of Labor Relations and HR's Role
13:21 Parting Advice and Conclusion
Previ is a private pricing network that is free for companies to launch and maintain. It saves employees $2,200/year on essential services like their cell phone and auto insurance bill. Visit here to learn more.
Navigating HR Challenges and Union Relations with Meredith Gatzke
In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, we welcome Meredith, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Montclair State University, as she discusses her career journey from teaching to HR leadership.
Meredith shares her experiences working in heavily unionized environments, emphasizing the importance of communication and collaboration. She offers insights on effective strategies for implementing change, managing labor dynamics, and balancing the needs of employees, leadership, and unions.
The conversation also touches on the future of labor relations, the role of technology, and the importance of adaptability and mental health in HR practices.
The episode is sponsored by Previ, an employer network providing private pricing for employees to save on essential services.
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:14 Sponsor Message: Previ Employer Network
00:39 Guest Introduction: Meredith's Career Journey
01:57 Navigating Unionized Environments
04:00 Effective Strategies for Union Relationships
08:33 Balancing Needs During Organizational Change
11:10 Future of Labor Relations and HR's Role
13:21 Parting Advice and Conclusion
Previ is a private pricing network that is free for companies to launch and maintain. It saves employees $2,200/year on essential services like their cell phone and auto insurance bill. Visit here to learn more.