Ep15 - The Proof is in the Pudding with Diane Sanford

Diane Sanford, Chief People Officer at Unleashed Brands, shares fresh insights on the changing face of HR and leadership. With over 30 years in the field, she highlights how the role of HR has shifted from administrative to strategic, blending people strategy with business goals.In today’s post-pandemic workforce, employees demand flexibility, purpose, and authenticity. Diane emphasizes that leaders must embody the company’s culture to build trust and drive engagement. She champions soft skills, mentorship, and continuous learning as cornerstones of effective leadership.Diane also speaks candidly about the challenges women face in leadership, encouraging confidence and resilience. Above all, she underscores the power of listening to employees and acting on what they say.🔑 Key TakeawaysHR is now a strategic driver of business success.Work-life integration is a growing employee expectation.Culture alignment and soft skills are essential to leadership.Feedback matters, action matters more.Leadership is a lifelong learning journey.