Cracking the Code on Multi-Gen Leadership: From Gen X to Gen Z: Effin Jamalludin (Head of People at Singlife)

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Effin Jamalludin is the Executive Director and Head of People & Organisation Development at Singlife, with over a decade of experience in leadership development, succession planning, and organisational design. A board-registered psychologist and certified Strengths Coach, he has held leadership roles at TikTok, ByteDance, Korn Ferry, and Heidrick & Struggles, driving talent strategies across APAC and EMEA. Passionate about innovation and resilience, Effin is committed to building high-performing teams that empower organisations to thrive.

In this episode of the HR Impact Show, Effin Jamalludin, Head of People and Organizational Development at Singlife shares his unique career journey from being a prison psychologist to leading talent management in the corporate world. The discussion covers strategies for managing multi-generational workforces, the importance of leadership empathy, adaptability, and the effective use of CliftonStrengths. Effin provides practical insights on talent retention, flexible working environments, and the future of workplace dynamics. Tune in to learn about building great workplaces and the critical role of understanding and adapting to diverse team needs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:00 Meet Effin Jamalludin: From Prison Psychologist to Corporate Leader

02:19 Transitioning from Consulting to Corporate

02:57 Leadership and Talent Development at Singlife

04:53 Understanding Generational Differences in the Workplace

05:48 Leveraging Strengths for Personal and Professional Growth

10:19 Mentorship and Reverse Mentorship Programs

12:57 Generational Motivations and Workplace Dynamics

16:32 Strategies for Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce

18:41 Achieving Significant Goals in a Year

19:08 Challenges of Short-Term Goals

19:22 Industry-Specific Goal Setting

19:40 Measuring ROI Through Outcomes

20:22 Hiring for Agility and Efficiency

22:29 Empathy and Adaptability in Leadership

26:36 Red Flags in Leadership

33:35 The Ideal Workplace of the Future

36:13 Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusions

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