HR Visionary Stephanie Lemek Gives Us the Tools to Build Trauma-Informed Workplaces

The Grey Areas Podcast with Kelsey Donlon

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Grey Area’s Podcast! This week, I am thrilled to sit down with Stephanie Lemek, a seasoned Culture, Talent, and HR expert with over 16 years of experience. Stephanie's journey spans from large-scale corporations to dynamic startups, where she has honed her expertise in HR, culture, and talent strategy. With a special focus on the built environment, Stephanie supports construction and engineering teams, navigating their unique challenges and rewards.
Stephanie is deeply passionate about creating inclusive organizational cultures where everyone can thrive. Her research in trauma-informed workplaces is groundbreaking, helping leaders understand and address the impacts of trauma on employee engagement and well-being.
In this episode, we delve into critical topics:
• 12:15 - Workplace and HR strategies tailored for the construction industry.
• 18:15 - Tactical examples of creating trauma-aware workplaces.
• 21:30 - 7 principles of trauma-informed workplaces.
• 27:30 - How to implement and measure the impact of these principles.
• 34:00 - Various power dynamics within organizations.
• 40:00 - Insights into how the 7 principles can aid new managers facing challenges in their roles.
• 54:00 - Cubicle Confessions segment: work-life balance and specific challenges new managers encounter.
Join us as we uncover strategies to foster supportive workplaces and enhance employee engagement. Tune in for an episode packed with practical advice and deep insights into creating thriving organizational cultures. If you found value in today's discussion, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing the podcast on your favourite listening platform!
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