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HR Blind Spots and Leadership Lessons, feat. Yara Banks, President & Founder of BNX Business Advisors
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In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, Layci talks with Yara Banks, a seasoned HR professional and author of 'Executive Blind Spots: How Misalignment with HR Can Impact Your Bottom Line.' Yara shares her career journey from studying criminal justice to becoming a key player in HR and operations. She discusses the common blind spots executives have regarding HR, the importance of involving HR in strategic planning, and the pitfalls of underutilizing HR professionals. The conversation also covers the critical role of middle management, the need for continuous leadership development, and practical tips for conducting effective HR investigations. Yara candidly shares a personal story about her entrepreneurial missteps, providing valuable lessons on the importance of planning and seeking help. Tune in to gain insights into improving leadership through better HR practices and strategic alignment.
00:00 Introduction to Confessions of a Terrible Leader
00:37 Meet Yara Banks: Author and Business Advisor
02:50 Yara's Journey into HR
04:10 A Life-Changing Experience
07:54 Understanding HR Investigations
12:44 The Importance of HR in Business
17:32 The Role of HR as a Trusted Advisor
19:07 Challenges Faced by Middle Management
21:07 Importance of Continuous Leadership Development
23:48 The Brown Door Secret and Succession Planning
26:34 Leadership Confessional: Learning from Mistakes
31:34 Final Thoughts and Resources
EPISODE LINKS:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yarabanksmba/
Pre-Order Yara’s upcoming book! The Executive Blind Spot: How Misalignment with HR Impacts Your Bottom Line”
Confessions of a Terrible Leader is hosted by Layci Nelson and edited and produced by Fixation Point Productions. Music is by Leif Olsen and Mary Skop from the band The Number of Months.
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