EP 106: Navigating layoffs and post-layoff transformations. Maintaining company culture and encouraging strategic growth.

Join host James Mackey on this episode as he sits down with David Hanrahan, Chief People Officer at Flare. Together, they discuss the difficult challenges executives face when recovering from layoffs and reorganizations in today's market conditions.

David shares valuable insights from his experience at Eventbrite, explaining how the company navigated through tough times, handled plummeting morale, and emerged stronger. They also delve into the importance of setting clear goals and aligning operational structures with strategic shifts.

Employee attrition after layoffs is another critical topic they explore, shedding light on how to tackle this issue by considering talent management systems and talent reallocation. The conversation also covers the delicate balance between transparency and sharing long-term strategies while managing uncertainty.

The episode concludes with a focus on employee engagement and the challenges companies face when transitioning back into growth mode.

0:36 David Hanrahan’s background
3:01 Navigating layoffs and post-layoff transformation
10:23 Navigating business objectives and principles
21:26 Workforce changes and setting goals
27:54 Company communication and navigating uncertainty
35:19 Managing growth and culture transitions

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