F'ing Up
Society has programmed individuals, largely by way of social media, to think success happens easily and overnight. F'ing Up gives the listener an opportunity to understand the realities. The host, Deanne Rhynard, interviews successful individuals, points out what they’ve achieved and immediately throws that information out the window and focuses on the tripping hazards along the way. Deanne highlights the tough realities and humanizes the experience of the climb to the top. After all, we're all F'ing Up!
About the Host
Deanne Rhynard is a seasoned HR executive and startup advisor. She has a deep appreciation for understanding the human psyche and how that intersects into one’s career journey.Deanne hosts F’ing Up, a podcast which dives into the [perceived] failures of successful individuals.
Deanne is a serial Chief People Officer. Being a culture catalyst for companies like Performio, a sales compensation software platform, and Olo, the pioneer of digital ordering and delivery programs for restaurants.
Under her leadership, Olo grew its employee base by over 30x, executed a successful IPO and two acquisitions. Prior to COVID, Deanne operationalized a workforce that was 65% remote, creating a unique value proposition in the tech market.
Prior to Olo, Deanne worked in various people, corporate relations, and management roles at UVA’s Darden School of Business, KKR, Marriott, and other technology startups. Her wide-ranging experience enables her to understand people needs from many different facets of life, whether a high-powered money manager or an entry level guest services representative.
Deanne holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business from Walla Walla University. She resides in Walla Walla, WA, with her husband and three sons.
F'ing Up
Alexandre Seiler on F’ing Up
Description:
In this episode, we explore the raw and unfiltered realities of professional and personal setbacks. From struggling with career uncertainty and mental health challenges to the lingering effects of toxic work cultures, we uncover the lessons learned in the face of adversity. This conversation is a reminder that no one’s journey is perfect, and “figuring it out” is often the most powerful step forward.
Episode Takeaways:
- The Weight of Job Insecurity: How the fear of losing your livelihood can shape your mental and emotional state.
- Breaking Free from Toxic Environments: The emotional toll of staying in harmful workplaces and the liberation that comes with leaving.
- Overcoming Career Comparisons: Why success is often a matter of perception versus reality and how to focus on your own path.
- Facing Uncertainty with Grace: How to navigate moments of feeling lost in your career and find clarity without forcing it.
ABOUT ALEX
Alex Seiler has 15+ years of global experience in the People/HR space. He has spent time working in various industries and for companies such as Citi, NBCUniversal and WeWork.
Alex’s specific expertise has centered on creating, transforming and building out systems that foster an equitable, innovative and inclusive workplace culture.
While Alex has served as a Chief People Officer, he is currently focused on fractional clients. He is also a start-up advisor in the HR tech space, having worked or working with companies such as When Insurance, Kindred Minds and ChangeEngine.
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent the
views, thoughts, and opinions of the companies or individuals referenced during this recording. The material and information presented is for general information purposes only.
