In this episode, Martin Hauck interviews Rebecca Price from Primary Ventures, exploring her unique career journey from sports psychology to organizational psychology and her transition into the startup ecosystem. They discuss the importance of mentorship, the challenges of remote work, and the rapid pace of technological change in the workplace. Rebecca emphasizes the need for young professionals to build their networks and be proactive in seeking opportunities, while also highlighting the importance of understanding business needs as a people leader.

01:36 Introduction and Icebreakers
04:34 Rebecca's Career Journey
07:41 Transitioning to Tech and Startups
10:34 The Role of Mentorship
13:26 Entering the Venture Capital World
16:25 Building a People-Centric VC Firm
19:38 Innovative Recruitment Strategies in VC
27:12 Scaling Talent Acquisition for Startups
31:07 The Impact of Remote Work on Early Career Development
34:49 Networking and Building Relationships in a Remote World
37:27 Balancing Ambition and Work-Life Expectations
44:51 Navigating Rapid Technological Change in Business
50:14 Aligning HR Strategies with Business Goals

In this episode of 'From A People Perspective', Martin Hauck interviews Melissa Marcelissen, Chief Operating People Officer at Certn. They discuss the importance of curiosity in HR, navigating professional traps, and the evolution of HR roles in the context of operations and people management. Melissa shares her journey to leadership, the significance of inclusive leadership, and the challenges of balancing operational responsibilities with people management. They also explore the impact of AI on the future of work and the necessity of letting go of control as a leader to empower teams. The conversation concludes with Melissa's advice on leaning into one's passions and defining one's career path.

01:47 Introduction and Icebreakers
04:50 The Importance of Curiosity in HR
07:47 Navigating Professional Traps
10:34 Finding Passion in Your Work
13:41 Melissa's Journey to HR Leadership
16:53 The Impact of Inclusive Leadership
19:55 Evolving Roles in Operations and People Management
27:26 Navigating Daily Operations and Team Dynamics
28:45 Transitioning from Consulting to Full-Time Roles
31:26 Defining Executive Roles and Expectations
34:30 Innovative Approaches to Executive Hiring
37:07 The Importance of Clear Communication in Leadership
39:54 Bridging the Gap Between Operations and People
43:36 Empowering Teams Through Connection and Collaboration
45:58 Fostering Internal Mobility and Curiosity
48:25 Preparing for the Future: AI and Productivity
52:27 Letting Go: The Shift from Doer to Leader

In this engaging conversation, Martin Hauck interviews Linda Raynier, a career strategist and author, who shares her transformative journey from accounting to career coaching. Linda discusses the challenges she faced, including her husband's health crisis, and how these experiences shaped her mission to empower 'quiet achievers'—introverted individuals who often feel overlooked in the corporate world. She emphasizes the importance of intuition, emotional release, and self-reflection in navigating career changes, especially in today's evolving job market. Linda's upcoming book, 'The Quiet Achiever', aims to provide guidance and support for those seeking to express their authentic confidence and find fulfillment in their careers.

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
01:25 - Icebreakers
05:46 - Linda's Journey: From Accounting to Career Coaching
09:14 - Overcoming Challenges and Finding Purpose
12:27 - The Impact of Personal Life on Professional Identity
15:22 - The Dream and the Book: A Journey of Intuition
18:07 - Supporting Quiet Achievers in the Workplace
20:17 - Visualization and Intuition in Career Development
22:33 - Exploring the Power of Intuition
25:47 - Tactical Insights for Career Growth
30:38 - Telepathic Communication and Intuition
32:44 - Visualization and Parallel Universes
34:42 - Listening to Your Instincts
35:46 - The Importance of Inner Work
39:24 - Navigating Career Transitions
41:45 - The Quiet Achiever's Journey
42:40 - The FLU Method for Emotional Healing
45:03 - Embracing Authenticity in Career
55:03 - Opportunities in Times of Change
57:49 - Outro