Carina Cortez, Chief People Officer at Cornerstone On Demand, shares her HR career journey from an entry-level role at Visa to leading strategic initiatives at PayPal. Mentorship, continuous learning, and passion drive her success. Cortez emphasizes the importance of HR business partners focusing on strategic initiatives and creating positive employee experiences.
In this episode:
We look at the HR landscape, focusing on Karina Cortez, Chief People Officer, HR business partners, strategic management, employee experience, and internal mobility. Tune in for insights that can shape your career and transform your approach to HR.
Key Takeaways:
- Mentorship thrives when it’s organic, with mentors who challenge and encourage growth.
- Practical experience and continuous learning are crucial for HR professionals, especially in compliance and strategic management.
- HR has evolved from personnel departments to strategic roles focused on managing knowledge workers.
- Discovering your passion within HR is vital; exploring various roles can help identify your strengths.
- HR business partners must prioritize strategic initiatives over routine tasks to drive organizational success.
- Internal mobility and taking calculated risks are key to professional and personal growth.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:57 The Value of Mentorship and Continuous Learning in HR
05:54 The Shift from Personnel Departments to Strategic HR
09:00 Exploring Different Areas within HR to Find Your Passion
17:26 Carina's Entry-Level Role at Visa
20:20 The Role of HR Business Partners
23:33 HR's Focus on Providing Value
25:21 Increasing Engagement through Internal Mobility
30:55 The Importance of Taking Risks in Your Career
Connect with Carina on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carinacortez/
Learn more about Cornerstone here: https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/
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