TUR010 - Embedding Authenticity Into Your Professional Life with Lisa Calicchio CHRO GAF
Lisa Calicchio is an established HR leader with nearly 30 years of experience working in global business and HR with companies in industries including hospitality, life sciences, and pharmaceuticals. She currently works at GAF as Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer, and Head of Sustainability, and has also served as an executive coach to Fortune 500 companies. Lisa is SPHR certified and is a guest blogger at Thrive Global.
Lisa joins me today to share critical insights and lessons she has learned along her professional path, including the power of vulnerability, resiliency, and saying “I don’t know.” She highlights the importance of asking questions and gaining clarity, whether you are an executive leader or an employee, and why you should integrate authenticity and a positive mindset into your professional life. Lisa also explains why it is crucial to know your value as an individual as you launch forward in your career.
“Nobody has to guarantee you answers you like in life, but they should be very committed to giving you answers that are truthful, transparent, and have context.”- Lisa Calicchio
This week on The Unwritten Rules Podcast:
Lisa’s career path and what aspect of her journey she is most grateful for
How asking questions can be a catalyst for change and understanding
Some of the highs, lows and defining moments of Lisa’s professional journey
Why it is important to be authentically you in both your personal and professional life
The power of learning how to say “I don’t know”
Lisa’s advice to those struggling with balancing the demands of their job with their desire for authenticity
Why you should attempt to understand a decision, even if you don’t agree with it
Why it is okay for leaders to change their minds about things
How I define vulnerability, and why it matters
The types of businesspeople that have the most trouble admitting that they don’t know something
Struggles Lisa has faced along her journey and lessons she has learned about resiliency
The importance of gratitude, knowing your worth and taking every moment as a learning opportunity
A practice Lisa implements to get away from the “woe is me” mindset
The importance of actively seeking feedback from your managers and tips on how to do it
When data is and isn’t effective
What’s next for Lisa and the aspects of her work she is excited about moving forward
Our Favorite Quotes:
“If you’re not careful and conscious about what’s at your core, it’s very easy to become something that you’re really not.” - Lisa Calicchio
“Don’t let other peoples’ definitions of you define you. Know who you are and be confident. You’re worthy, no matter what anybody else says. Remember that, above all.” - Lisa Calicchio
“Be forgiving of yourself. You’re human. You’re going to make mistakes, and you’re going to learn from them.” - Lisa Calicchio
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