Breaking into HR: Your Journey to Becoming a CHRO

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by my guest Karoline Raets, Chief People Officer at Itiviti.

Special thanks to our friends at The Marcus Buckingham Company for supporting the show!

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Episode highlights

[01:10] - What does the return to work look like at Itiviti?

[05:28] - How are you staying up to date with COVID rules in each location?

[07:19] - How are you aiding the return to work and what changes can employees expect?

[09:27] - Karoline's unconventional journey into HR

[13:10] - Converting back-office HR to a front-facing function

[15:59] - How did the HR team react to your new role?

[17:26] - How Karoline's vulnerability and supportive team led to her success

[19:10] - Advice for others looking to start a role in HR

[20:18] - Qualifications or experience: what's more important?

[22:05] - How Karoline's focus changed with the acquisition

[24:39] - Karoline's hopes for new and better systems from the acquisition

[26:35] - How Karoline built the system she needed but not without challenges

[30:28] - What was the personal impact of laying off employees early in your career?

[36:06] - How did your previous experience in business help you in your role as a CHRO?

[38:57] - HR Leaders Quick Fire Round

[45:10] - Karoline's parting advice for you

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