Driving Massive Change Without Breaking Culture
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Summary:
Dr. Jim chats about fostering a pioneering corporate culture during times of transformation with Keri Smith, Chief People Officer at Dowl. Keri shares her expertise in maintaining employee engagement and safety amidst massive organizational change. The discussion covers facilitating transparent communication during mergers and acquisitions, building high-performance teams, and the importance of leadership in guiding transformations. Keri also highlights real-world practices, such as integrating existing and new talent, to ensure employees feel valued and supported.
Key Takeaways:
- Transparent Communication: Clear communication reduces employee stress during changes.
- Employee Engagement: Engaging activities enhance collaboration and support.
- Conflict Management: Use company values for conflict resolution and innovation.
- Leader Involvement: Senior leader participation is vital for cultural transformation.
- Development and Retention: Transferring leaders to new projects shows commitment to growth and retention
Chapters:
00:00
Building a Pioneering Culture with Employee Development and Retention
02:07
From History Buff to HR Leader: A Journey Through Airline Industry
04:12
Managing Stress and Transparency in Mergers and Acquisitions
08:46
Balancing Legacy Success with Innovative New Ventures
12:01
Building Team Synergy Through Strategic Communication and Engagement
20:34
Strategies for Managing High Stress During Business Transformations
Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk
Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Keri L Smith: linkedin.com/in/kerilsmith
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda
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