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Listen "Emma Woodthorpe, Chief People Officer at Brooks Automation"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave interviews Emma Woodthorpe, Chief People Officer at Brooks Automation. Emma shares her career journey from headhunter to HR executive and discusses key strategies for fostering a high-performance culture, leadership lessons, and the impact of COVID-19 on workplace culture. She also elaborates on the importance of having a strong network and the role of technology in achieving organizational goals.
00:44 Guest Introduction: Emma Woodthorpe's Career Journey
02:32 Building a High-Performance Culture at Brooks Automation
05:36 Leadership Insights: Preparing Future CHROs
08:38 Post-COVID Cultural Changes at Brooks Automation
10:46 Implementing OKRs at Brooks Automation
13:10 Parting Advice for HR Leaders
14:50 Conclusion and Farewell
00:44 Guest Introduction: Emma Woodthorpe's Career Journey
02:32 Building a High-Performance Culture at Brooks Automation
05:36 Leadership Insights: Preparing Future CHROs
08:38 Post-COVID Cultural Changes at Brooks Automation
10:46 Implementing OKRs at Brooks Automation
13:10 Parting Advice for HR Leaders
14:50 Conclusion and Farewell
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