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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2025 · 32 MIN

Mastering HR Leadership: Chalene Hanson’s Secrets to Career Growth

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In this episode of Plumm Pod, host Georgia Dixon chats with Chalene Hanson, Global HR Director at Burberry, about excelling in HR leadership while staying authentic. Chalene shares her journey from accidental HR professional to global director, offering insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, mastering multi-generational team management, and building influence through business language. Learn how to network effectively, invest in personal development, and embrace the mantra: "Go where you're celebrated, not tolerated." This episode is a must-listen for HR professionals seeking strategic growth.Episode Chapters:00:00 - Intro: The Future of Multi-Generational Workplaces01:43 - An Unexpected Journey: From Politics to HR Leadership06:25 - Building Your Personal Brand in HR: Beyond Job Titles11:00 - The Three Levels of Organisational Awareness14:55 - Breaking Free from HR Jargon: Speaking Business Language16:57 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Finding Your Authentic Leadership Style21:04 - Managing Multi-Generational Teams: Understanding Different Needs24:11 - Taking Ownership of Your Career Growth26:00 - Investing in Yourself: Building Networks Beyond Your Organisation30:14 - Final Wisdom: Go Where You're Celebrated, Not Tolerated

In this episode of Plumm Pod, host Georgia Dixon chats with Chalene Hanson, Global HR Director at Burberry, about excelling in HR leadership while staying authentic. Chalene shares her journey from accidental HR professional to global director, offering insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, mastering multi-generational team management, and building influence through business language. Learn how to network effectively, invest in personal development, and embrace the mantra: "Go where you're celebrated, not tolerated." This episode is a must-listen for HR professionals seeking strategic growth.Episode Chapters:00:00 - Intro: The Future of Multi-Generational Workplaces01:43 - An Unexpected Journey: From Politics to HR Leadership06:25 - Building Your Personal Brand in HR: Beyond Job Titles11:00 - The Three Levels of Organisational Awareness14:55 - Breaking Free from HR Jargon: Speaking Business Language16:57 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Finding Your Authentic Leadership Style21:04 - Managing Multi-Generational Teams: Understanding Different Needs24:11 - Taking Ownership of Your Career Growth26:00 - Investing in Yourself: Building Networks Beyond Your Organisation30:14 - Final Wisdom: Go Where You're Celebrated, Not Tolerated

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