Welcome to another episode of SCV's Voices of Business, a Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce podcast. In this episode, host Corey Nathan and co-host Joshua Maddux sit down with Selina Thomas, the founder of 6 Degrees HR Consulting. Selina is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of her company, and she brings a wealth of experience in human resources, compliance, and small business development. Join us as we delve into Selina's inspiring journey, her insights on leadership, and her commitment to community building.

 

What You Will Learn:

• The origin and growth of 6 Degrees HR Consulting.

• The impact of Selina's father on her personal and professional life.

• The evolution of work-life balance and remote work post-COVID.

• How humility and continuous learning are key to business success.

• The importance of human connection and community in business.

 

Episode Highlights:

• [00:01:00 ] – Corey introduces Selina Thomas, celebrating the 10th anniversary of 6 Degrees HR Consulting, and discusses her background in HR and community involvement.

• [00:02:00 ] – Selina shares the influence of her father, Dr. Thomas, on her life and career, highlighting his role as 6 Degrees' first employee.

• [00:04:00 ] – Corey and Selina discuss her daughters' accomplishments and how her father's legacy continues through her family.

• [00:09:00 ] – Selina talks about starting her business in a Starbucks, the importance of networking, and thinking big even when starting small.

• [00:17:00 ] – The conversation shifts to how Selina helped businesses navigate the challenges of COVID-19, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and innovation.

• [00:25:00 ] – Selina discusses the significance of her biracial identity in relating to diverse clients and creating inclusive workplace cultures.

• [00:29:00 ] – Joshua and Selina reflect on the value of humility and the willingness to learn from mistakes in business.

• [00:32:00 ] – Corey and Joshua share their passion for podcasting as a medium to connect communities and tell compelling stories.

 

Featured Quotes:

1. "Your passion becomes your purpose and then you're paid for it." – Selina Thomas

2. "Think big even when you're small." – Selina Thomas

3. "Humility is a secret to success. The ability to realize that you're always growing and never feeling like you have all the answers." – Selina Thomas

4. "The human is first in HR. Culture creates community." – Selina Thomas

 

Resources Mentioned:

- 6 Degrees HR Consulting https://6degreeshrconsulting.com/

- Linktree - Selina Thomas https://linktr.ee/selinathomas

 

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