As HR leaders, we carry a heavy burden supporting our people while often not tending to our own needs. In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, Jasmine Francis, Head of People & DEIB at Pliancy opened up in a raw, vulnerable way about the unspoken truth about trauma.
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Episode highlights
00:00 - Episode highlight & Introduction
00:22 - Jasmine's background in HR
01:30 - Struggling with having to hide her true self
03:40 - Feeling like two separate people at work vs in life
05:17 - Not realizing the severity of her mental health struggles
06:08 - Catalyst for starting to speak openly about her challenges
07:54 - Discovering her struggles stemmed from unresolved trauma
08:47 - Advice for others struggling silently
09:45 - Steps Jasmine took to prioritize her mental health
11:29 - Jasmine's experience working remotely during COVID
12:43 - Balancing personal challenges and responsibilities as an HR leader
14:23 - The power of vulnerability and authenticity for HR leaders
15:35 - Lifestyle changes like "breather days" to prevent burnout
16:41 - How the pandemic provided comfort from anxiety
18:05 - Tips for successful remote HR leadership
18:56 - Staying focused and intentional while working from home
20:07 - The importance of sharing mental health struggles
20:48 - Jasmine's advice to those who feel alone in their pain
21:42 - Conclusion and where to connect with Jasmine
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