E37: Maura Hurley on Magnetic Interviewing, Coaching and Insights into HR
In this episode, HR consultant Maura Hurley joins us to discuss her extensive experience in HR management and consulting for SMEs. The conversation spans various subjects, including succession planning, organisational culture, recruitment, and the importance of emotional intelligence. Maura also emphasises the benefits of self-awareness, continuous learning, and strategic leadership while sharing practical insights for conducting interviews and handling workplace challenges.
TIMESTAMPS
00:32 Maura's HR Journey and Expertise02:32 Educational Background and Early Career04:25 HR Roles and Responsibilities08:49 Emotional Intelligence and Self-Awareness16:21 Psychometrics in Recruitment22:41 Identifying High-Calibre Candidates26:28 Common Downfalls in Interviews28:13 Managing Disappointment in Job Interviews29:28 The Importance of Feedback and Self-Awareness31:07 Energy and Mindset in Interviews39:33 Navigating Legalities in HR47:47 Grounding Techniques for Interview Success50:43 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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CONTACT MAURAWebsite: https://maura-hurley.com/
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𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚, 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪!
As an Irish mock interviewer and The Teacher Promotion Mentor, I'll be sharing ways to sell yourself better and how to make the Looking at Our School Document work for you. I'll also share insider stories from experts in their field of education and beyond!
Together, we'll make the roads (bumps and all) towards your leadership career - practical and informative!
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