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Episode Synopsis
Navigating Federal HR: From Entry-Level to Executive with La' Toya
In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave D'Angelo welcomes La' Toya, an HR executive with over 20 years of experience in federal HR. La' Toya shares her inspirational career journey from a college student searching for part-time work to becoming an executive in federal HR. She discusses her experiences in federal staffing, mass hiring for Veterans Affairs, and aligning HR initiatives with organizational missions at FEMA. La' Toya also offers practical advice for those considering a career in federal HR, emphasizing the importance of preparation, continuous learning, and maintaining professionalism.
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:16 Sponsorship Message from Previ
00:44 La' Toya's Career Journey in HR
02:30 Navigating Federal HR: Challenges and Successes
07:32 Mass Hiring in the Federal Government
11:47 Advice for Aspiring Federal HR Professionals
14:44 Aligning HR Initiatives with Organizational Mission
18:13 Parting Advice and Conclusion
In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave D'Angelo welcomes La' Toya, an HR executive with over 20 years of experience in federal HR. La' Toya shares her inspirational career journey from a college student searching for part-time work to becoming an executive in federal HR. She discusses her experiences in federal staffing, mass hiring for Veterans Affairs, and aligning HR initiatives with organizational missions at FEMA. La' Toya also offers practical advice for those considering a career in federal HR, emphasizing the importance of preparation, continuous learning, and maintaining professionalism.
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:16 Sponsorship Message from Previ
00:44 La' Toya's Career Journey in HR
02:30 Navigating Federal HR: Challenges and Successes
07:32 Mass Hiring in the Federal Government
11:47 Advice for Aspiring Federal HR Professionals
14:44 Aligning HR Initiatives with Organizational Mission
18:13 Parting Advice and Conclusion
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