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How it should look, sound, and feel.

A People Manager at DORIS

  • Embodies the DORIS values

    • Can represent those for others to see and hear

  • Makes time for people - are there for each other

  • Encourages people to talk to each other to manage conflict before getting involved or escalating

    • Does not add to the conflict/drama/tension but is a sounding board to help teammates reach a resolution

    • Gets involved if a resolution is not possible

  • Encourages

  • Builds trust

  • Listens first - asks questions

    • Asks “are you looking for a support or a solution?”

  • Is a good team member themselves

  • Can have tough conversations/ give critical feedback when needed

  • Holds people accountable [and shows what it looks like to be held accountable]

  • Has their team’s back - and balances this with organization initiatives and goals

  • Is an advocate for the individual - the team - and the organization - THIS IS HARD!

  • Uses WorkSmart as a resource

  • Seeks coaching to get better


  • Is the first stop for PTO requests, office/WFH schedules

  • Ensures people are achieving what they should - training, project stuff, job responsibilities

  • Uses the Hogan to understand an individual’s values and ‘red zones’ to communicate with people in a way that resonates with them

  • Can balance the individualization with what the team needs and what the organization needs