FeedzCast | Genesson Honorato: Onde precisamos inovar para atingir o sucesso na carreira?

Summary

In an insightful interview at the FIDS event, Caroline Guarra, a wheelchair-using woman with white skin, brown hair, and eyes, introduces herself and the guest, Gen Honorato, a black man with dreads, a golden necklace, and a passion for innovation in HR. They delve into the importance of innovation within Human Resources, focusing on creating a desirable future for work and careers. Gen emphasizes the need to prioritize people over technology, highlighting the transformation in career management and the evolution of HR strategies post-pandemic. Their conversation covers the integration of diversity, inclusion, and the human aspect in innovation, urging HR to lead change confidently and shed the impostor syndrome to truly innovate and improve workplace dynamics.

Takeaways

• 😃 Innovation goes beyond just technology and processes; it should also encompass behaviors and the human element within organizations.
• 🤝 Prioritizing people's well-being and happiness is crucial for driving innovation and business success.
• 🚀 Career paths are evolving, and individuals should embrace a flexible, mosaic-like approach rather than rigid career planning.
• ♻️ Constant change and adaptability are essential in today's dynamic work environment.
• 👥 HR plays a central role in spearheading innovation within organizations and shaping the future of work.
• 🔁 A mindset shift is needed, moving away from solely focusing on metrics and numbers towards a more human-centric approach.
• 🌟 Professionals should develop a diverse skill set (T-shaped skills) to remain adaptable and open to new opportunities.
• 🏢 Organizations must rethink and redesign their HR strategies to align with evolving work models and technologies.
• 💡 HR should embrace a more proactive and leading role in driving innovation within organizations, shedding the 'imposter syndrome'.
• 🌈 Diversity and inclusion are intrinsically linked to innovation, as fostering an inclusive environment allows for diverse perspectives and ideas.

Q & A

What was the overall topic of the conversation?

The conversation was about innovation in the field of human resources (HR) and creating a desirable future for work and careers.

According to Gerson, what is the crucial area for innovation in HR?

Gerson emphasized that the crucial area for innovation in HR is focusing on people and their well-being, rather than solely concentrating on technologies and processes.

What does Gerson mean by the 'technology of being'?

The 'technology of being' refers to the idea that innovation should also encompass behaviors and mindsets, not just technological advancements.

How does Gerson view traditional career planning in today's rapidly changing world?

Gerson suggests that traditional career planning with rigid long-term plans is limiting in today's volatile world. Instead, he advocates for a more flexible and open approach, allowing for adaptation and embracing new opportunities as they arise.

What role does Gerson see for new technologies in career development?

Gerson believes that new technologies can help professionals understand new paths, industries, and opportunities, enabling them to develop a diverse set of skills (a 'T-shaped' career).

What is the opportunity for HR in the current era, according to Gerson?

Gerson sees the current era as the best time for HR to work, as the necessary changes in HR will shape the future of the field. It's an opportunity for HR to redesign itself and have a more significant impact.

What does Gerson mean by saying that HR needs to move past the 'impostor syndrome'?

Gerson suggests that HR should stop feeling like an impostor and start believing in its own expertise and ability to drive meaningful change, rather than deferring to other disciplines.

How does Caroline connect Gerson's views to diversity and inclusion?

Caroline relates Gerson's emphasis on putting people first to the principles of diversity and inclusion, which also prioritize valuing and embracing individuals.

What does Caroline mean by the phrase 'numbers don't lie, but they also don't feel'?

Caroline is pointing out that while numbers and data are concrete, they don't capture the human experience and emotions, which are equally important to consider in decision-making.

What is the challenge Gerson highlights regarding innovation and change?

Gerson acknowledges that innovation and change often generate friction and resistance, making it challenging to implement new approaches, even when they are necessary.