Transforming HR into a Proactive Business Driver with Jeff Diana

In this episode of the Built by People podcast presented by Previ and Transform, host Dave D'Angelo welcomes Jeff, an HR executive with extensive experience in various major corporations.

Jeff shares his unique career journey from academia to corporate HR, highlighting his work at companies like BellSouth, GE, Microsoft, Safeco Insurance, SuccessFactors, Atlassian, and Calendly. He discusses effective strategies for repositioning HR from a reactive to a proactive function, making compelling business cases for HR initiatives, and positioning HR as a strategic business partner.

Jeff emphasizes the importance of understanding business metrics, being data-driven, and strategic influencing as key differentiators for successful HR leaders.

He also offers parting advice on leveraging the current business environment to drive impactful HR initiatives.

00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast

00:16 Sponsorship Message from Previ

00:45 Guest Introduction: Jeff's Career Journey

01:51 Transforming HR into a Business Driver

06:06 Strategies for HR in Tight Budget Markets

07:32 Positioning HR as a Strategic Business Partner

08:49 Overcoming Obstacles in HR

09:52 Shifts in Successful HR Leadership

11:05 Parting Advice for HR Leaders

12:11 Conclusion and Farewell

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