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When I think about my why’s of making a presence and contribution to the Talent Acquisition world, I look back at this picture and see such a “late-blooming”, wide-eyed Wendy with excitement to help others. Rose colored lenses but 1000% intention to lift others up. Little did I know my why’s would evolve after meeting so many bright minds. From executive leaders and their teams with a mission to save the world, new grads and intern talent that inspired a new lens and approach of how I connect, non-profit partnerships and that one HBCU Career Director I openly wept with in a convo that opened my mind to the lack of resources, safety and shelter some do not have. For those that have abundance in life, I think about how I can support your next chapter to help level up your dreams. A culmination of these perspectives that remind me of my top priorities I can deliver (non job description related principles I have) whether I hire someone in the retail field or corporate world… 1. Did I help improve the quality of food in your fridge for you and your family? 2. Did you get to add that extra few days of vacation or more time at Disneyland or weekday sporting events with peace of mind knowing we both align with worklife balance? 3. Did I help you open the door to your future career goals at any “level”? 4. Did I notice your high potential and intend to nicely shove you into exciting adventures when you are on the verge to discovering a whole new you? 5. Did I remind you to be proud of yourself as you keep exploring your story when you accept an offer? This is how you create a ripple effect when your heart is in the right space and not treat people like a metric. Happy holidays and insert my (new year, new you statement I can’t think of while penning this). Grateful for my really, really inspiring teammates that make “work” fun - excited to add more ideas to the drawing board and bring to life in 2024. 🪄 Pictured: 2019 Skechers western ankle booties + Wendy who learned how all HR functions tied together beyond just interviews and offers, coming back from driving our corporate new hires around campus in a special vintage Hummer on their orientation day. Thank you mom and dad for forcing me to learn how to drive an ugly embarrassing Mazda MPV champagne minivan and mastering reverse parking. 🤣

🥳🥳 Double the excellence, double the celebration! We're ecstatic to announce not one, but TWO incredible individuals as our February Employees of the Month: Nathan and Janine! 🏆🏆 Their unwavering dedication, passion, and sheer brilliance have set a new standard for excellence within our team. Now let’s dive into why they won 👇 - Nathan had an incredibly productive month, contributing to various key projects and initiatives such as: 📱 Our ASO offering 🧠 His knowledge-sharing session 🤫 Working on another upcoming offering 📊 Creating and automating internal reporting And that’s not all! He’s taken time to go out of his way to offer support, advice and useful shares regularly to the team as well as gaining a brand new client. - Janine conquered a whirlwind of tasks this month, showcasing exceptional skill in effortlessly juggling responsibilities, such as: 💙 Bi-annual reviews 🚀 Recruiting for a new role 🗓️ Planning for the year ahead 🔍 Leading calibration sessions - 👏👏 What a month! Let's raise the roof and give them the thunderous applause they truly deserve! 🌟 🌟 #EmployeesOfTheMonth #TeamExcellence #CelebratingSuccess

I am celebrating 2 years in P&G! 😊 Here are 4 things that I love about this workplace so far: 1.    Assignment changes every couple of years are encouraged and expected You are hired for a career, not for a job. After a couple of years, you are offered another opportunity that allows you to collect new skills and expand your network. 2.    Meaningful work from Day 1 We usually notice our talents at an early age in college. After finishing their traineeship, they are hired and shaped into future leaders. They are doing meaningful work from Day 1 - we are not letting them waste their passion to make coffee or copy papers. 3.    Awesome benefits There are many, but the biggest game changers for me are the Employee Stock Purchase Plan and the private health care because they bring ease to my mind. 4. Amazing talented people The Talent Acquisition team is doing a great job, that is all I will say 😊 Rock on, P&G!

Appreciation Post!!! 🎉 Today, I want to take a moment to express my thanks to the people who have played an instrumental role in shaping my professional career. It's easy to get caught up in the daily grind and forget the people who have given us a chance or offered support during difficult moments in our career journey. I am truly grateful for those who have believed in me and advocated for my success. Nyk Robertson: You helped me transition into Starbucks, launching my 5-year career with them. Prior to that, I was working in an artist role with no potential for growth. However, you saw my potential and helped me launch my management career. I also miss the crazy days in Boston when we had lines of customers down Faneuil Hall, but we were always able to handle them with a smile on our faces! Nickie Cerda: When we first met, I wanted so badly to rekindle my passion for artistry. I missed being creative every day, and you were the one who believed in me. You helped kickstart my career in beauty retail with NYX Professional Makeup, and I truly appreciated your support. I also loved that you had so much faith in me that you brought me along on our start-up journey with Riley Rose x F21. To even launch a 6K square foot store from ground zero! Learning about the brands was the most fun part of the journey!! Those were some unforgettable days, and I really miss them! Finally...Last but not the very least... Nora Merecicky: Thank you for being there for me during my biggest career transition, when I moved from working in beauty retail malls to becoming an agency recruiter. I went through several rounds of interviews and Nora at Vitamin T gave me a shot. Thank you for your training, guidance, and faith in me! I want to give a special shout-out to the hiring managers out there who are the movers and shakers of the industry. Your willingness to take a chance on someone and provide guidance has a ripple effect on their career trajectory. Let's take a moment to reflect on the people who have helped us along the way and express our thanks. Together, we can continue to uplift and support each other in our professional journeys. #appreciationpost #grateful #professionaldevelopment

Realising the two most important aspects of any successful business. The customer and the people who run the business 👏👏👏👏

Early Careers Team Leaders: Looking to kick off 2024 with a team brimming with market insight 🧠 , refreshed purpose ✨ and bags of practical ideas that really work ⚒ (and don't need to cost the earth 💰 🌍!)? Then get in touch and I can design a team development day for your Early Careers team! If I have delivered an in-house development day for your early careers team before, please do comment below and let people know what it delivered for you 👇 👏

Time really flies! Last week marked my fourth anniversary at SHC, and reflecting on this journey, I'm struck by how rich and transformative these years have been. I'm sharing this post not just to celebrate a personal milestone but because the insights I've gained across different roles at SHC are too valuable not to share. These experiences have deeply influenced my professional path, and I believe they can inspire and guide many of you in your own careers. Over these four years, I've worn three distinct hats—𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀. Each role offered unique challenges and learning opportunities that have profoundly shaped my approach to business. ▶ In 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀, my goal was to deeply understand our software and ensure our customers felt supported and valued. This role underscored the importance of listening attentively and solving problems effectively, which are crucial skills in any customer-facing job. ▶ Transitioning to 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵, I collaborated closely with our development team to enhance our product based on real user feedback. This experience taught me the importance of innovation and simplicity in creating tech solutions that not only function well but are also user-friendly. ▶ In 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀, I learned to simplify our complex tech talk into clear, client-friendly language. It was all about connecting our products to real-world needs and helping clients see the tangible benefits we offer, without getting bogged down in jargon. Now, I'm really excited to share what I've learned from these three different perspectives. They've not only helped me grow professionally but also given me a well-rounded view of our business. I think these insights could be super helpful for others in our industry too. A huge thanks to my incredible team for supporting me throughout this journey! I’m looking forward to sharing more, learning more, and connecting with all of you. Praveen Kashyap Mike Alpert Ruchika Kashyap Armaan Bhaskaran Akshay Srivastava #milestone #personaljourney #healthindustry #learn #grow

📣 4th Teabreak Session Recap! As we closed out the month of April, we had the distinct pleasure of hosting Keith Wong, IT&D Regional Director for ASEAN at Reckitt in our Teabreak Session. Keith shared some insightful thoughts that left us all inspired. Here are the key takeaways: 1️⃣ Embrace Boredom: When you start feeling bored, it’s a sign that you need to seek out tasks that challenge you more. Don’t shy away from this feeling, but use it as a catalyst to push your boundaries. 2️⃣ Yearly Goals Expansion: Boredom can be a great tool to expand our yearly goals. With each new challenge comes new knowledge and case studies that help us grow both personally and professionally. 3️⃣ Resilience through Rejection: Early career rejections can be tough, but they also build our resilience. They thicken our skin and prepare us for the competitive working environment, contributing significantly to our character building. As a relatively newcomer at Reckitt, I found these insights particularly valuable. Looking forward to more such enlightening sessions in the upcoming months! What a way to start Q2 of this year. #TeabreakSession #ProfessionalGrowth #Reckitt

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