How to Builds Strong Teams with Career Conversations
Oct 29, 2024
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Vanessa Iloste, VP of HR for Asia at SEPHORA, shares her journey across diverse industries and the key role of career conversations in employee growth. She discusses how high-quality dialogues can enhance retention and cultivate psychological safety within teams. Vanessa emphasizes moving beyond transactional interactions to foster genuine relationships and continuous development. She highlights the significance of creating supportive environments that empower employees to manage their career paths, ultimately driving loyalty and engagement.
High-quality career conversations foster employee retention by emphasizing individual growth, development pathways, and alignment with organizational goals.
Creating a non-transactional work culture enhances psychological safety, encouraging open dialogue and empowering employees to explore their aspirations.
Deep dives
The Importance of Non-Transactional Work Environments
Creating a non-transactional environment is crucial for engaging employees and minimizing turnover. Employees, like the sales associates in Sephora, should feel that each day presents new opportunities for growth and learning rather than viewing their work as a simple transaction. An authentic workplace culture fosters continuous development, making employees feel valued and empowered throughout their careers. This approach ensures that employees see a clear path forward, encouraging them to invest in their roles and remain with the organization.
The Value of Leadership Conferences
Attending leadership conferences allows HR leaders to refresh their perspectives and learn new strategies for development. Insights gained from events, such as those organized by the LVMH group, emphasize the importance of building strong relationships at higher levels. These gatherings enhance the ability of leaders to share their experiences, build networks, and stay updated on industry trends and innovative practices. By fostering personal connections, these conferences can significantly impact how leaders engage with their teams in their organizations.
Career Conversations as a Strategic Tool
High-quality career conversations are integral to strategic talent management and employee retention. These discussions should focus on individual growth and development pathways, which significantly influence employees' decisions to stay with an organization. By fostering an open environment for these conversations, leaders encourage employees to consider their aspirations and how they align with organizational goals. The key is to approach these conversations with authenticity and intention, ensuring employees feel genuinely supported in their career journeys.
Overcoming Fears Surrounding Career Conversations
Fear often prevents leaders from engaging in meaningful career conversations due to concerns about not knowing the right answers or guiding employees incorrectly. This hesitation can lead to missed opportunities for employee development and can contribute to a transactional work culture. By adopting a mindset of curiosity and openness, leaders can create a safe space for exploration, allowing employees to express their aspirations without fear of judgment. The result is a more engaged and motivated workforce that feels connected to their paths and the organization.
In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Vanessa Iloste, VP of HR for Asia at SEPHORA. Vanessa shares her unique career journey, spanning continents and industries, and the transformative power of career conversations within organizations.
She delves into the importance of career conversations in employee retention and growth, emphasizing that HR's role extends beyond transactional interactions to fostering meaningful, experiential relationships.
🎓 In this episode, Vanessa discusses:
The power of high-quality career conversations in retaining talent.
Her insights on fostering psychological safety in career discussions.
How career development and continuous growth drive employee loyalty.
Creating experiential environments to prevent transactional work cultures.