In this festive episode of "HR Hacks and Halos," Jivan welcomes her longtime friend Seema Grantham, to discuss her role at BHETA, a trade association for home and garden wares and small domestic appliances. The conversation is filled with light-hearted banter as they reminisce about their 40-year friendship, share holiday plans, and reflect on Seema's recent adventures, including a memorable trip to Peru. Seema highlights the various ways BHETA supports its members, from connecting them with retailers to providing export advice. The episode captures the spirit of the holiday season while emphasising the importance of community and connection in both personal and professional parts of your life.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Festive Celebrations: The conversation highlights the importance of festive gatherings and traditions, such as hosting on Christmas Eve, annual events like the Strictly Finals party, emphasising the joy of connecting with friends and family during the holiday season.

2. Professional Engagement: The discussion covers the role of BHETA, a trade association that supports members in the housewares and small domestic appliances sector, showcasing its efforts in networking, lobbying, and providing resources for businesses to thrive post-Brexit.

3. Travel Experiences: Personal travel experiences, including a memorable trip to Peru and plans for future travels, illustrate the value of exploring new cultures and the importance of taking time off for relaxation and adventure amidst a busy work schedule.

4. Community and Networking: The significance of community is emphasised through the mention of various industry connections and collaborations, as well as the importance of networking events that help members expand their business opportunities.

5. Work-Life Balance: The dialogue reflects on the challenges of maintaining a work-life balance, particularly during busy periods like the holiday season, while also highlighting the benefits of sharing experiences and staying connected with loved ones.

BEST MOMENTS

"Every workplace can be transformed when we challenge the bad and celebrate the good."

"I wanted to do something different. It's Christmas. Just general chit-chat really."

"If you are thinking of joining BHETA and you've got some home and garden wares or small appliance kind of business, I think you'll be truly well looked after."

HOST BIO

Jivan Dempsey has first hand experience of workplace toxicity and bad boss behaviour. Triggered by the #MeToo movement she was compelled to talk about her experiences in her early career, assaulted and bullied at work which impacted her work performance, mental health and eventually cost her a job she'd loved.

Listeners are drawn to her raw honesty and insightful reflections on change and resilience. Her book, "The HR Change Manager's Handbook" and collaboration on "Can't Break Me," attest to her change and transformation expertise and dedication to empowering others - from someone who's been in the trenches and emerged stronger.

As a seasoned HR professional, consultant, psychologist and speaker, she offers bespoke consultancy and programmes to help companies navigate HR transformation that delivers a better employee experience and cultural shifts to create healthier, happier, and more inclusive workplaces for all.

Please connect with her on Linked In:

Jivan Dempsey FCIPD GMBPsS | LinkedIn

Or email at:

jivan@fiverivers-consulting.com

HRhacksandhalos@gmail.com

Resources:

HR Change Manager’s Handbook: The 3 Step Guide To Managing HR Transformation: https://amzn.eu/d/drvToPv

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