21 min

Navigating the Future: Trailblazing Insights from CHFA's Debbie Herrera on Mission, Adaptability, and Personal Growth Trailblazing for Success: Inspiring Leaders

    • Management

Summary

Debbie Herrera, the HR leader at Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA), discusses the core functions of CHFA and its mission to finance affordable housing and support economic development in Colorado. She emphasizes the importance of adaptability as the number one power skill in today's business world, particularly in the face of artificial intelligence.

Debbie also addresses the challenges of embracing change across different generations and the need for empathy and collaboration. She highlights the importance of overcoming fear and focusing on the best-case scenario.

Looking ahead, CHFA aims to navigate the transition to in-person connections while maintaining the benefits of virtual work. Personally, Debbie is excited to continue her personal growth and nurture relationships in 2024.



Takeaways

CHFA finances affordable housing and supports economic development in Colorado through programs for first-time home buyers, multifamily development, and small businesses.

Adaptability is the number one power skill needed in today's business world, especially in the face of artificial intelligence.

Overcoming fear and embracing collaboration are essential for navigating change and innovation.

Empathy and understanding generational differences are crucial for creating a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Focusing on the best-case scenario and embracing uncertainty can lead to personal and professional growth.



Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of CHFA

02:10 CHFA's Role in First-Time Home Buyers and Multifamily Development

03:06 Importance of CHFA's Mission and Values

04:25 The Number One Power Skill: Adaptability

06:05 The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Fear

08:14 Handling Generational Differences in Embracing Change

09:37 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Collaboration

11:28 Increasing Uncertainty Tolerance and Embracing Change

14:27 Challenges Ahead: Navigating Virtual Work and Knowledge Management

18:17 Looking Forward to Business and Personal Goals

21:24 Closing Remarks and Dance Party

Summary

Debbie Herrera, the HR leader at Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA), discusses the core functions of CHFA and its mission to finance affordable housing and support economic development in Colorado. She emphasizes the importance of adaptability as the number one power skill in today's business world, particularly in the face of artificial intelligence.

Debbie also addresses the challenges of embracing change across different generations and the need for empathy and collaboration. She highlights the importance of overcoming fear and focusing on the best-case scenario.

Looking ahead, CHFA aims to navigate the transition to in-person connections while maintaining the benefits of virtual work. Personally, Debbie is excited to continue her personal growth and nurture relationships in 2024.



Takeaways

CHFA finances affordable housing and supports economic development in Colorado through programs for first-time home buyers, multifamily development, and small businesses.

Adaptability is the number one power skill needed in today's business world, especially in the face of artificial intelligence.

Overcoming fear and embracing collaboration are essential for navigating change and innovation.

Empathy and understanding generational differences are crucial for creating a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Focusing on the best-case scenario and embracing uncertainty can lead to personal and professional growth.



Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of CHFA

02:10 CHFA's Role in First-Time Home Buyers and Multifamily Development

03:06 Importance of CHFA's Mission and Values

04:25 The Number One Power Skill: Adaptability

06:05 The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Fear

08:14 Handling Generational Differences in Embracing Change

09:37 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Collaboration

11:28 Increasing Uncertainty Tolerance and Embracing Change

14:27 Challenges Ahead: Navigating Virtual Work and Knowledge Management

18:17 Looking Forward to Business and Personal Goals

21:24 Closing Remarks and Dance Party

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