In this inaugural episode of "Career Hack," host Brandon Amoroso talks with Lizzy Mann, former Director of People Operations at Recharge, about the evolving role of Human Resources in today's workforce. Lizzy shares her transition from journalism to HR, discussing the emotional and professional challenges of the field, and underscores the importance of real-world experiences over traditional educational achievements. The episode offers deep insights into navigating career transitions, mentorship, and the value of adaptability and personal growth in the modern job market. Whether you're a budding professional or looking to pivot your career, this episode provides valuable strategies and personal anecdotes to guide your journey.

Timestamps:
🎙️ Introduction and background of Lizzy Mann (00:00:00)
🤯 Challenges in HR like difficult conversations (00:03:07)
🎓 Career navigation advice for graduates and mentorship importance (00:05:15)
🤝 The value of networking with industry professionals (00:06:33)
🌟 Strategies for standing out in a volatile job market (00:10:33)
🔍 Importance of keeping up with industry trends (00:12:24)
🔄 Relevance of industry experience and career pivoting (00:16:17)
🏫 Traditional education vs. practical experience debate (00:20:28)
🎓 MBA vs. industry experience insights (00:24:14)
🎓 Academic vs. practical experience in career advancement (00:26:26)
🚀 Keeping engaged and open to new job opportunities (00:31:15)
🚀 Lizzy's tips on seeking new job challenges (00:34:28)
📊 Evaluating candidates based on diverse experiences (00:36:08)
📈 Impact of company growth on roles and development (00:37:22)
💰 Advocating for raises and understanding the market (00:38:08)
⚖️ Risks of leveraging offers for raises (00:39:14)
💡 Lizzy's career transition advice for 2024 (00:40:47)

Mentioned Resources:
Apex - https://www.apexearlycareers.com/
Built In - https://builtin.com/
Scalis - https://scalis.ai/
Recharge - https://rechargepayments.com/

Get in touch with Lizzy Mann:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-mann-6070aab5/

Get in touch with Brandon Amoroso:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonamoroso/
Web - https://brandonamoroso.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bamoroso11/
X - https://twitter.com/AmorosoBrandon