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Ep76 Upwork Head of Talent Acquisition & DIB, Dr. Erin Thomas

Ep76 Upwork Head of Talent Acquisition & DIB, Dr. Erin Thomas

FromRedefining Work


Ep76 Upwork Head of Talent Acquisition & DIB, Dr. Erin Thomas

FromRedefining Work

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Length:
36 minutes
Released:
Feb 22, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode, I chat with Upwork’s Head of TA & DIB Dr. Erin Thomas about her career and designing equitable work structures. You’ll learn:

When she knew she wanted to dedicate her career to DIB
Definition of key terms of DIB work
How consulting shaped her views on the field
How she balances leading two teams at Upwork
How she approaches Twitter threads (@ErinLThomasPhD)
How the events of 2020 have shaped diversity conversations (and actions) today
How to think about designing equitable recruiting systems
Where she finds inspiration
Work with her! Learn about what she’s hiring for right now
Released:
Feb 22, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Redefining Work is a podcast exploring the new world of work. Each week I sit down with big thinkers and doers shaping what work looks like today - and tomorrow. The podcast spotlights mavericks, innovators, boundary-pushers, creators, builders, and convention crushers. It’s a conversational format bringing real insights, experience, and stories from a range of business leaders around the world.