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Episode Synopsis
Exploring HR Evolution: From Compliance Models to Strategic Change Agents with Mychal ColemanIn this episode of the Built By People Podcast, Michael shares his fascinating career journey from a pre-law major to a passionate HR professional. Michael outlines various HR business models, from the basic Compliance Model to the sophisticated Change Expert Model, explaining how these models reflect an organization's maturity and strategic ambitions. He stresses the correlation between an organization's success and the sophistication of its HR department, using companies like IBM and McDonald's as examples. Michael concludes with advice for HR professionals on maintaining integrity and readiness to make tough decisions.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:48 Michael's Career Journey01:59 The Evolution of HR Roles03:47 Business Models in HR04:26 Compliance Model in HR06:36 Universal HR Model08:01 Business Partners and Strategic HR12:36 Change Management and PST Model16:46 Case Studies and Examples20:44 Parting Advice and ConclusionPrevi is a private pricing network that is free for companies to launch and maintain. It saves employees $2,200/year on essential services like their cell phone and auto insurance bill. Visit here to learn more.
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