Episode #10

Caitlin Peake

Episode Title:

The HR Marathon: Caitlin Peake’s Journey of Resilience and Leadership

Episode Description:

In this episode of Fanatical DreamHer, host April Kemp sits down with Caitlin Peake, an HR executive in the global hospitality tech industry. Caitlin shares her inspiring journey from her early days as an HR assistant to her current leadership role, emphasizing the lessons she learned about perseverance, personal growth, and advocating for oneself.

Caitlin’s story offers invaluable advice on navigating the complexities of a career, balancing professional and personal priorities, and learning to lead authentically. Whether you’re a young professional or a seasoned leader, Caitlin’s insights are sure to inspire you to dream, believe, and achieve.

Key Discussion Points:

  • [00:04:00] How a challenging psychology course sparked Caitlin’s passion for people and HR

  • [00:12:15] Early career struggles: Lessons from starting as an HR assistant during the 2008 recession

  • [00:20:10] Embracing the marathon mindset: Success through endurance, strategy, and consistency

  • [00:34:50] Advocating for yourself: Caitlin’s first experience negotiating her salary

  • [00:45:30] Building confidence and learning from mistakes early in your career

  • [00:52:15] Key milestones and challenges in balancing career growth and family life

  • [01:10:00] The importance of authenticity and self-awareness in leadership

Notable Quotes:

  • “Life is long. It’s a marathon, not a sprint.”

  • “Success isn’t about perfection; it’s about growth and resilience.”

  • “The greatest gift you can give yourself is grace—extend to yourself the same kindness you show others.”

Takeaways:

  • Embrace challenges early in your career to build a strong foundation for future success.

  • Advocate for yourself with preparation, confidence, and data to back your worth.

  • Authentic leadership comes from knowing and valuing your unique strengths.

  • Balancing work and family requires intentionality, flexibility, and self-compassion.

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