Innovative Talent Development and HR Insights with Natasha Valani

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In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host David welcomes Natasha, an HR executive, who shares her untraditional career journey influenced by her refugee background and passion for storytelling and human connection.

Natasha discusses the innovative 18-month rotation program at Tubi that replaces traditional internships, fostering deeper skill development and more inclusive opportunities.

She further elaborates on Tubi's efficient resource optimization and strategic talent redeployment.

Natasha provides insights into the unique challenges and opportunities for Gen Z entering the workforce, emphasizing their entrepreneurial spirit and tech literacy.

She also shares perspectives on the future of work and talent development in the streaming tech space, highlighting flexibility, autonomy, and the power of storytelling.

Natasha concludes with parting advice to 'show up, do your homework, and have a perspective.'

00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast

00:16 Sponsor Message from Previ

00:45 Natasha's Career Journey

02:14 Innovative Rotation Program at Tubi

05:31 Talent Redeployment and Resource Optimization

07:04 Challenges and Opportunities for Gen Z

08:52 Future of Work and Talent Development

10:55 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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