EP274 Janessa Cole | Director of Operations HR Project Partners

Send us Fan Mail👥 Discover the power of mentorship, community involvement, and saying yes to opportunities outside your comfort zone.This is more than a career story — it’s a testament to what happens when someone believes in you, and you believe in yourself.🔗 Learn more at: https://galeforcewins.com📌 Subscribe for more real conversations with leaders who are making a difference.0:00 – Welcome to Gale Force Wins Season 50:13 – Setting the stage at HR Project Partners0:26 – Introducing Janessa Cole0:48 – Janessa’s role and background1:11 – University and work term experience1:56 – Early connection with Jacqui Bailey2:34 – Graduation and first job offer3:18 – First layoff and Jacqui’s support3:54 – Birth of HR Project Partners4:26 – Starting from scratch with Jacqui5:02 – Second layoff and staying connected5:45 – Returning full-time in 20176:24 – Growing alongside the company6:49 – Dealing with layoffs and staying resilient7:45 – The role of mentorship and family support8:29 – Why Janessa stayed loyal to HRPP9:41 – Jacqui’s belief and mentorship10:45 – Choosing a business path in high school11:43 – The chip truck story: “Twiggies” at age 1513:06 – Business lessons from running a food truck14:26 – Communication skills and customer experience15:24 – Supporting students and the next generation15:51 – Early roles and wearing many hats16:45 – Gratitude for mentorship and opportunity17:21 – Advice to young professionals18:45 – Embracing discomfort and growth19:00 – Importance of professional associations20:16 – Volunteering and community involvement21:42 – Closing thoughts from Gerry on Janessa’s leadership22:36 – Celebrating growth and contribution to HRPP22:55 – Final question: Any future for the chip wagon?23:07 – Final thank you and outroGale Force Wins started out simply as an inspirational podcast releasing episodes wherever you get your podcasts every Tuesday evening. We continue to do that every Tuesday but have expanded into custom content for clients. We also have perfected a conference and trade show offering where you can receive over 20 videos edited and posted to social media at the same time the event is unfolding.For businesses and organizations we also create digital content quickly and efficiently.Visit our services page here:https://galeforcewins.com/servicesTo message Gerry visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrycarew/To message Allan visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allanadale/