Nov 20, 2024
In this powerful episode, Amir Bormand speaks with Dena Singleton, Chief HR Officer at Kajabi, about the challenges women face throughout their careers. They explore key issues like balancing personal and professional life, navigating health-related workplace returns, and addressing menopause—a topic often overlooked in organizational conversations.
Dena shares personal stories and actionable advice on creating inclusive environments, advocating for oneself, and fostering open communication. This episode offers valuable insights for HR leaders, managers, and anyone looking to create more equitable and supportive workplaces.
Key Takeaways:
- Recognize and Address Unique Challenges: Understand how career interruptions due to health or family leave impact women's careers and what organizations can do to support them.
- Foster Open Communication: Create environments where employees feel empowered to share challenges without fear of judgment.
- Support Career Growth: Help women future-proof their careers by advocating for fair policies, promoting leadership development, and addressing workplace biases.
- Prioritize Self-Advocacy and Allyship: Encourage women to advocate for themselves while fostering a culture of mutual support and inclusion.
Episode Highlights:
- 01:16 – Challenges Women Face in the Workplace
- 01:54 – Finding Your Voice and Addressing Performance Issues
- 06:00 – Personal Story: Navigating Health Issues at Work
- 09:59 – Return to Work and Remote Work Challenges
- 13:24 – Navigating Work During COVID-19
- 14:35 – Family Leave and Career Impact
- 17:13 – Future-Proofing Your Career
- 18:47 – Addressing Anxiety and Self-Improvement
- 19:56 – Challenges of Menopause in the Workplace
- 25:00 – Advocating for Yourself and Others
Guest:
Dena Singleton is the Chief People Officer at Kajabi, a leading platform empowering creators to build, market, and sell online courses and content. With a career spanning over two decades in human resources and organizational leadership, Dena excels in driving people-first strategies that align with business goals. Her expertise includes scaling teams, fostering inclusive cultures, and leading through transformational change. Dena is passionate about creating environments where employees thrive and businesses succeed, leveraging her deep knowledge of talent development, DEI initiatives, and strategic workforce planning.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hellofromdena/
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