The Future of HR: Ditch the Bias, Hire for Potential with Katherine McCord

Speaking of Phenomenal Podcast

Amy Boyle chats with HR expert Katherine McCord, who unpacks her journey from playing HR as a kid to fostering 70 animals (yes, you read that right!) and working with UN delegates. Now, Katherine empowers workplaces with her unique blend of HR, neurodiversity, and inclusivity strategies.

• Break the Ego, Boost Growth: Learn how the ego mechanism hinders communication and how curiosity unlocks professional success.
• Building Inclusive Workplaces: Discover the power of universal design, psychological safety, and flexible work arrangements.
• Innovative Hiring Practices: Ditch the traditional resume! Katherine shares her anti-bias applicant tracking system and mission-aligned hiring tips.
• Prioritizing Mental Wellness: Explore practical steps to create a supportive work environment that fosters employee well-being

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Chapter

1. Introduction to Katherine McCord and her work (00:00:00)

2. Breaking the ego mechanism and responding with curiosity (00:04:09)

3. Mission alignment and universal design in the workplace (00:08:38)

4. Establishing a strong structure for effective collaboration (00:13:28)

5. Protecting and fostering mental health in the workplace (00:22:11)

6. Rethinking the hiring process: focusing on mission alignment (00:30:17)

7. Key takeaway: Breaking the ego mechanism and responding with curiosity (00:36:23)