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As part of our HR Strategy Series, I’m talking with top experts in the field to teach prospects what hiring managers are actually looking for, while also supporting business leaders in their hiring and retention strategies. Today I had the pleasure of talking with Melissa Carson.
With over 25 years as a global HR leader for large, successful organizations, Melissa Carson now focuses on partnering with fast-growing small to mid-size organizations. Melissa’s passion is evaluating strategic talent needs, harnessing the full potential of employees, and defining solutions that address business agendas and organizational goals.
Thank you so much for doing this with us! First, please tell us what brought you to this specific career path?
I fell into an HR career early on after a rotation in the Personnel Department as part of a banking management training program. I started in recruiting and then decided to get my Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management. From there, I realized I…