In this episode Lech Guzowski speaks with Vanesa Cotlar, VP of People and Culture at Policy Me, about when is the right time to bring on a HR person or culture hire in a growing organisation.
Vanesa shares her unique perspective on how to build a flexible and transparent workplace. She discusses the importance of bringing in a strategic people hire early on to set the right culture and strategy for the organisation's growth.
The conversation also touches on how organisations can build a culture that promotes happiness and fulfilment at work, aiming for 80% happiness.
Key takeaways include the importance of bringing in a senior HR person early on, the benefits of having a remote-first culture, and how to define and measure happiness at work.
Importance of bringing in a senior HR person early on
Benefits of having a remote-first culture
Defining and measuring happiness at work
Finding the right balance between structure and flexibility
Understanding the role of leadership in shaping organisational culture
Bringing in a strategic people hire early on is crucial for setting the right culture and strategy for the organisation's growth
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PolicyMe website)
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