
An HR Director’s 3-Word Leadership Mantra | Seanna Pickard
Seanna Pickard, HR Director at the Federal Bridge Corporation, breaks down the 3-word mantra she uses to make every decision: fair, equitable, transparent.

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The Accelerating Operational Performance podcast, hosted by leadership author and expert Greg Schinkel, is your destination for breakthrough strategies in manufacturing, supply chain, and operational leadership. Here, a diverse array of guests delivers a trifecta of value in every episode: accelerating projects, engaging teams, and enhancing leadership skills for a stress-reduced path to success.
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Seanna Pickard, HR Director at the Federal Bridge Corporation, breaks down the 3-word mantra she uses to make every decision: fair, equitable, transparent.

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