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H&M's CHRO for The Americas, Chris Mikulski, on Leading with Curiosity, Credibility, and Care
Career Club Live with Bob Goodwin
57 minutes
5 months ago
H&M's CHRO for The Americas, Chris Mikulski, on Leading with Curiosity, Credibility, and Care
What does it take to go from working the electronics aisle at Toys R Us to leading HR for 20,000+ employees across North and Latin America?
In this powerful episode of Career Club Live, host Bob Goodwin sits down with Chris Mikulski, Chief Human Resources Officer for The Americas at H&M, to talk about career growth, leadership, and the future of HR.
Chris shares the lessons he’s learned on his journey—from starting out as a seasonal retail employee to becoming a strategic HR executive at one of the world’s most recognizable fashion brands. This conversation is full of practical wisdom for job seekers, HR professionals, and anyone striving to lead with purpose.
Topics include:
How curiosity and stretch assignments accelerated Chris’s career
Why resilience isn’t just about survival—it's about growth
The traits Chris looks for when hiring at H&M
Why business acumen is non-negotiable for modern HR leaders
The power of self-reflection, vulnerability, and forgiveness in leadership
How HR can earn (and keep) a seat at the executive table
The future of HR as a data-powered, people-first function
Listen to gain real-world advice on how to build a career that aligns with your passion—and make a real impact while doing it.
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Career Club Live with Bob Goodwin
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