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Listen "23 - From finance to tech: how Cheryl Sanclemente, CCO at Lattice, took her career from strength to strength"
Episode Synopsis
In episode 23 of Smart in Public, the Katies sit down with Cheryl Sanclemente, Chief Communications Officer at Lattice, for a real-talk conversation about career development, mentorship, comms leaders on boards, the sentiment in HR tech during a time of massive layoffs across the industry, and age old question of work-life balance.Key Discussion Highlights:Career Transformation: Cheryl's remarkable journey from finance to tech leadershipAI in the Workplace: Exploring the critical role of HR in responsible AI integrationCommunications Strategy: Navigating the evolving landscape of corporate communicationsProfessional Growth: The transformative power of mentorship and networkingWork-Life Balance: Strategies for working parents managing career and familyKey Topics Covered:Cheryl's professional journey from Salesforce to LatticeThe impact of artificial intelligence on modern workforceHR technology trends in the current job marketESG communications and leadershipNetworking strategies for career advancementBalancing professional ambitions with family responsibilitiesListeners will gain valuable insights into:Career development in the tech industryNavigating professional transitionsLeveraging mentorship for career growthAdapting to technological changes in the workplaceChapters04:49 Cheryl's Career Journey and Transition to Tech09:15 Navigating Layoffs and New Opportunities14:14 The Role of a Chief Communications Officer19:16 Balancing Transparency in Communications23:02 AI's Role in People Management26:05 Communicators as Change Agents30:03 Authenticity in Corporate Storytelling31:40 The Evolving Role of Comms at Davos34:52 Building Presence at Global Events38:31 Board Involvement 40:57 The Power of Mentorship and Sponsorship45:25 Balancing Work and Family LifeThis episode is perfect for professionals in tech, HR, communications, and anyone interested in career development and work-life balance.#CareerGrowth #TechLeadership #WorkLifeBalance #AIinWorkplace #HRTech #ProfessionalDevelopmentConnect with us on: Instagram TikTok Web Have a topic or a guest idea? Email us at [email protected]
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