In this episode, Andrew revisits with Christine, who is now five months into her role at Essance skincare, after transitioning from a decade in recruiting. They discuss her learnings, challenges, and surprises in the new role. Key topics include the unexpected positive dynamic of working with her long-time friend as a boss, the challenges of limited resources, strategies for building a brand in a saturated market, the importance of customer experience, and utilizing data to make decisions. Christine shares insights on company culture, the value of feedback, and offers advice for others navigating career changes. They emphasize starting with a focus on adding value to customers, and the importance of being clear on who you are as a brand. They touch on the value of taking a pause before posting on social media and the value of rest in the creative process. They also discuss how the next job opportunity happens through conversations and being top of mind by adding value and creating relationships.
Christine has built high-performing teams for startups and Fortune 500 companies, specializing in HR and recruitment. Now, as VP of Operations at Essance Skincare, Christine focuses on sustainable and innovative beauty initiatives, blending eco-conscious practices with operational excellence.
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