Navigating Difficult Times, Resiliency and the side of HR Nobody talks about

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Sara Garringer, Vice President Human Resources at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. Episode highlights 00:00 - Intro 00:00 - Sara's inspiration for getting into a role in HR 04:54 - Why saying 'no' was critical for work/life balance as a single mother 06:45 - How facing bias head-on helped remove a workplace misunderstanding 10:33 - Learning from bad experiences and becoming more resilient as a result 17:25 - What attracted you to this role at SeaWorld? 22:38 - Navigating and dealing with deaths of colleagues 24:59 - "The 'H' comes before the ‘R’ in HR for a reason" 26:24 - The personal implications of going through something like this 30:39 - How we can work with technology to make work better 33:09 - Sara shares a moment she and a colleague didn't see eye to eye 37:43 - HR Leaders Quick Fire Round If you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: www.hrdleaders.com/podcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether you're an HR professional or simply passionate about modern workplace strategies, this podcast delivers expert advice, real-world experiences, and the latest trends in HR, making it your go-to resource for all things human resources.