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Nancy Barnes on Common HR Mistakes Made by Private Equity Firms and Portfolio Companies
Nancy Barnes on Common HR Mistakes Made by Private Equity Firms and Portfolio Companies
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Length:
32 minutes
Released:
Jun 29, 2021
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Podcast episode
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Today’s GuestToday we welcome Nancy Barnes, a freelance human resources professional who works with several businesses inside a private equity portfolio. In her 18 years of talent management, she has helped transform international companies by making strategic HR changes to drive business growth. What You’ll LearnThe importance of transparent communicationHow to avoid panic hiringStrategic approach to human resource managementCreating a social engagement teamWhat characteristics to look for in senior hires Breakdown[00:37] Getting to know Nancy Barnes[01:47] Common HR mistake by PE firms and portfolio companies [04:57] Adapting to a fast-paced environment[07:50] Alignment of HR strategy with business goals[11:40] Improving the integration process of an add-on acquisition[15:32] How to build engagement with teams[18:31] Recruitment and succession planning[22:17] A good hire should be comfortable with change[26:53] Private equity: the good and the bad[30:50] Nancy’s learning resources ResourcesNancy’s LinkedInNancy’s Website Thank you for tuning in!To get the newest Private Equity episodes, you can subscribe on iTunes or Spotify here.Lastly, if you have any feedback on the podcast or want to reach out to Alex with any questions, send an email to alex.rawlings@raw-selection.com.
Released:
Jun 29, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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