EPISODE · Aug 25, 2022 · 54 MIN
How Microsoft’s Former VP of Human Resources Optimizes Clarity, Vision and Feedback (with Chris Williams, Microsoft’s Former VP of Human Resources)
from This New Way · host Fellow.ai
https://fellow.app/supermanagers/chris-williams-how-microsofts-former-vp-of-human-resources-optimizes-clarity-vision-and-feedback/ How can you almost guarantee failure? By not having a clear vision. On episode #114, Chris Williams, former Microsoft Vice President of Human Resources, shares the power of clarity and vision. Chris was responsible for 32,000+ employees, a $2.2 billion a year payroll, over $300 million a year in benefits, and led 1,000+ HR employees worldwide. He worked directly with Bill Gates, Steve Ballmer, and the board of directors. Chris shares feedback’s half-life and why instantaneous feedback is best. He also explains why he dislikes regular team meetings and when meetings should be scheduled. Tune in to hear all about Chris’s leadership journey and the lessons learned along the way!
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https://fellow.app/supermanagers/chris-williams-how-microsofts-former-vp-of-human-resources-optimizes-clarity-vision-and-feedback/ How can you almost guarantee failure? By not having a clear vision. On episode #114, Chris Williams, former Microsoft Vice President of Human Resources, shares the power of clarity and vision. Chris was responsible for 32,000+ employees, a $2.2 billion a year payroll, over $300 million a year in benefits, and led 1,000+ HR employees worldwide. He worked directly with Bill Gates, Steve Ballmer, and the board of directors. Chris shares feedback’s half-life and why instantaneous feedback is best. He also explains why he dislikes regular team meetings and when meetings should be scheduled. Tune in to hear all about Chris’s leadership journey and the lessons learned along the way!
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