Amanda Sedars, Chief Human Resources & Risk Officer at Mindr

From Law to HR Leadership: Amanda's Unconventional JourneyIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Amanda to discuss her unique career path from law school to HR leadership. Amanda details her initial aspirations to become a prosecutor, her shift to private practice, and eventually transitioning into the HR space. She highlights the challenges and learnings from her diverse roles, including her work with non-profits and her current role at Mind, where she serves as Chief Human Resources Officer. Amanda offers insights into the fast-paced world of private equity, strategies for managing a largely remote workforce, and the value of leveraging her legal background in complex HR situations. She also shares personal reflections on staying connected and the importance of building a supportive network.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:49 Amanda's Career Journey04:36 Transitioning from Law to HR06:35 HR in Private Equity vs. Traditional Corporate09:38 Remote Workforce Transformation13:00 Legal Skills in HR15:04 Parting Advice and ConclusionPrevi 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.