Rebranding HR and Empowering Management with Matt from Life Ray
In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host Dave welcomes Matt, the global HR head at Life Ray. Matt shares his unconventional career journey from marketing strategy to HR leadership and details how his background has influenced his approach to rebranding HR within the company.
He discusses the importance of transitioning HR's role from rule enforcement to business partnership and elaborates on key initiatives like launching the company's first employee survey and goal-setting system.
Matt also emphasizes the significance of developing middle management, outlining strategies for leadership development and effective feedback.
He concludes with advice on understanding the unique needs of a business and its leaders to tailor HR practices accordingly.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:52 Matt's Career Journey
02:46 Rebranding HR at Life Ray
05:43 Core Management Development
07:50 Middle Management Effectiveness
11:36 Parting Advice and Conclusion
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