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Emma King - She, Her, Hers

Leadership Coach | Chief People and Culture Officer | Mom

Emma King is the Chief People and Culture Officer at Envoy, a role she has held since August 2015. Based in Irvine, California, she has over 14 years of experience in managerial and executive positions within human resources and talent acquisition. Her career has included significant roles in various organizations, where she has focused on building effective HR teams and innovative talent strategies.

Professional Background

  • Current Position: Chief People and Culture Officer at Envoy since August 2015. In this role, she leads initiatives to enhance the company's culture and talent acquisition strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

  • Previous Experience:

    • Director of Talent Acquisition at Wet Seal, Inc. (April 2013 - October 2014), where she managed talent acquisition efforts across various levels.
    • Interim VP of Human Resources at Wet Seal, Inc. (November 2013 - April 2014).
    • Director of Talent Acquisition at Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market, Inc. (2007 - March 2013), where she oversaw recruitment and HR systems.
    • Group Personnel Manager at Tesco PLC (2007), responsible for HR management across multiple stores.

Emma is recognized for her ability to build relationships across all organizational levels, develop talent strategies, and implement effective recruiting methods. She is also a leadership coach and a dedicated mother, often sharing her experiences and insights on platforms like LinkedIn.123

Highlights

Aug 26 · linkedin

Doubting Yourself? You're Not Alone.

Feeling like a fraud despite your achievements? You're not alone.

Imposter syndrome is a common challenge faced by many successful leaders.

But, you do not have to worry,

It can be conquered!

Here are 5 actionable steps to overcome Imposter syndrome at work:  Focus on Facts, Not Feelings: When the relentless inner critic casts doubt on your abilities, remember that those thoughts are not necessarily reflective of reality. Ground yourself in observable truths and extend compassion to yourself.

Acknowledge and Let Go: When self-doubt creeps in, pause and assess the situation. Is there a genuine area for improvement, or is it simply imposter syndrome at play? Acknowledge the feeling as real but understand that it's a mental construct. Redirect your focus to the tasks at hand.

Seek Support: Imposter syndrome is a common experience in the workplace. Sharing your thoughts with a trusted confidant can offer invaluable perspective. Remember, you're not alone in feeling this way, and others may have valuable insights to share.

Gather Evidence of Success: Since self-doubt often stems from distorted perceptions, review your past accomplishments. Reflect on projects successfully completed and skills mastered. This tangible evidence can serve as a powerful antidote to negative self-talk.

Reframe Your Narrative: Negative thoughts can be persistent. Challenge these self-defeating patterns by consciously replacing them with more constructive statements. For instance, instead of, “this work is terrible” say, “Sure, this was not my best work, but, i will do better next time.” And always ensure you do.

Remember, overcoming imposter syndrome is a journey. Be patient with yourself and celebrate small wins.

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Aug 22 · linkedin

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺'𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵?

Micromanaging can be a sneaky leadership pitfall.

It often stems from good intentions – a desire for perfection or a fear of mistakes.

But it can stop innovation, break trust, and lead to your team’s lack of confidence in their work.

Here are some more common reasons:

Perfectionism: Wanting things done your way can hinder growth. Lack of experience: New leaders might revert to old habits. Managing by doing: Overloading yourself to compensate for team gaps.

However, to be a great Leader,  You must shift from “Managing” to “Leading”.

One Major way to do that is to 𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚.

𝟱 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:

Start small: Begin with low-stakes tasks to build confidence. Choose wisely: Delegate tasks that align with team members' strengths. Trust your team: Believe in their abilities and let them shine. Learn and adapt: Use feedback to refine your delegation approach. Recognize and reward: Celebrate successes to boost morale. Remember, delegation is a journey, not a destination.  It takes practice and patience.

𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁?

Share your experiences and tips in the comments below. #hr #humanresources #hrmanager #hrcommunity #hrleaders #management #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipfirst  #mentoring #leader #manager #thoughtleadership #managementdevelopent #mentorship #leadershipmatters

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Experience

Chief People and Culture Officer at Envoy (August 2015 - Present)
Director, Talent Acquisition at Wet Seal, Inc (April 2013 - October 2014)

Location

Irvine, California, United States