- Improving Career and Soft Skills During COVID-19: Insights from Chevron’s CHRO
- How Chevron is Leading the Way Forward in Career development and Soft Skills
- The Importance of Human Energy
- Creative Problem Solvers Wanted!
- Personal Growth with BrainApps
- Inspiring Leadership with Vulnerability
- Offering Unexpected Roses
- Leading People to Thrive in the Workplace
Improving Career and Soft Skills During COVID-19: Insights from Chevron’s CHRO
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed the way we live and work. For Rhonda Morris, Chief Human Resources Officer of Chevron, the outbreak presented unexpected personal and professional challenges. With the responsibility to ensure the safety of Chevron’s 45,000+ employees across the globe and the worries for her elderly mother and teenage daughter, Rhonda realized that her people needed support and connection in these trying times.
To provide a space of psychological safety and empathy, Rhonda shared personal insights on how the pandemic was impacting her and her loved ones, such as anxieties, conflicts, and caregiving responsibilities. Her vulnerability sparked an overwhelming response from employees, proving that human interaction and Leadership were essential during a time of panic and uncertainty.
Rhonda and other leaders at Chevron came together to listen, model, and create space for the organization to come together. They engaged directly with employees, posing questions to understand what was top-of-mind at the moment, and providing a real-time feedback loop. They also realized that managers at all levels play a crucial role in navigating the uncertainty and unpredictability of COVID-19 and beyond.
To develop the new behaviors needed to become a flexible and resilient manager, Chevron brought in BRAINAPPS to provide structured support for 7,000 supervisors worldwide. Online coursees and Coaching Circles™ allowed managers to engage with topics like feedback and resilience, and reflect on their experiences, practice new behaviors, and learn from each other, strengthening bonds of practice, learning, and community around the globe.
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In conclusion, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented unprecedented challenges for organizations worldwide. However, by providing support, connection, and Leadership, organizations like Chevron can improve the career and soft skills of their employees, creating a space of psychological safety and empathy that fosters resilience, adaptability, and innovation.
How Chevron is Leading the Way Forward in Career development and Soft Skills
The Importance of Human Energy
Chevron is more than just an energy company; it provides human energy. As an organization, Chevron acknowledges that its success is dependent on the quality and commitment of its people. Accordingly, the corporation ensures to develop its employees for their growth and success.
Creative Problem Solvers Wanted!
In these uncertain times, Chevron requires individuals that can adapt and overcome societal challenges. The company is continually searching for creative problem solvers. Chevron provides incredible opportunities for all its employees to develop their skills and broaden their horizons.
Personal Growth with BrainApps
A personalized self-growth app developed by BrainApps can help you foster your personal and professional development in an organized way. BrainApps have proficient expertise in shaping your career growth and enhancing your soft skills that are imperative for your career progression.
Inspiring Leadership with Vulnerability
Rhonda’s story at Chevron is captivating and inspiring for the individuals striving for professional growth. Rhonda inspires fellow employees to lead with vulnerability regardless of their organizational level. This inspires staff to advance their professional skillset and improve their soft skills.
Offering Unexpected Roses
Rhonda poses an intriguing question to all: what unexpected roses can you offer your teams and peers? As a leader, it is important to consider the needs and opinions of your colleagues and peers, while creating an environment that facilitates their personal development and career progression.
Leading People to Thrive in the Workplace
To learn more about how to lead people to thrive in the workplace, watch Adam Grant and BrainApps CEO Alexi Robichaux in a discussion with Rhonda in this video. They delve into the concept of leading with vulnerability and how it impacts personal development and growth.
