Listen "Episode 104 — Marianne Monte — Shawmut Design and Construction"
Episode Synopsis
🎙️ Marianne Monte on Authentic Leadership & Building Inclusive Cultures
Dave is joined by Marianne Monte, CPO at Shawmut Design and Construction, on the 104th episode of The Hennessy Report. She shares her journey from coming out in the early 90s to leading a $2 billion construction firm.
🔥 Key Takeaways:
* The "F-you fund" every HR pro needs
* How bringing your whole self to work transforms leadership effectiveness
* Succession planning done right: How to promote your replacement (and feel good about it)
* Building inclusive culture in a traditionally male-dominated industry
Marianne's story reminds us that the courage to be authentic - whether it's coming out at work in the 90s or having difficult conversations with leadership - ultimately makes us better leaders and creates stronger, more inclusive organizations.
This episode is perfect listen for HR leaders, construction professionals, and anyone interested in authentic leadership during challenging organizational transformations.
Dave is joined by Marianne Monte, CPO at Shawmut Design and Construction, on the 104th episode of The Hennessy Report. She shares her journey from coming out in the early 90s to leading a $2 billion construction firm.
🔥 Key Takeaways:
* The "F-you fund" every HR pro needs
* How bringing your whole self to work transforms leadership effectiveness
* Succession planning done right: How to promote your replacement (and feel good about it)
* Building inclusive culture in a traditionally male-dominated industry
Marianne's story reminds us that the courage to be authentic - whether it's coming out at work in the 90s or having difficult conversations with leadership - ultimately makes us better leaders and creates stronger, more inclusive organizations.
This episode is perfect listen for HR leaders, construction professionals, and anyone interested in authentic leadership during challenging organizational transformations.
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