Gemma Reid

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Head of Human Resources at Ayrshire Hospice

Irvine, Scotland, United Kingdom

Overview

Gemma Reid is the Head of Human Resources at Ayrshire Hospice, an organization recently named Charity Employer of the Year. She focuses on a person-centered, values-led approach to HR, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Gemma holds an MCIPD from the College of Commerce and is skilled in strategic HR and leadership development.

Outside of work, Gemma is highly active and dedicated to her organizations cause. She is currently undertaking a series of 12 adventurous personal challenges, including bungee jumping, zip-lining, and endurance runs, to raise funds for the Ayrshire Hospice in celebration of her 40th birthday.

To raise money for the hospice she works for, Gemma is completing 12 physically demanding challenges, including a bungee swing and an open water swim.

Personality Overview

Consensus Focused

Optimistic

Story Driven

They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.  They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Employee Well-being
She champions a supportive environment and recently launched an improved benefits package for staff, including health cashback and cycle-to-work schemes.
Charity Fundraising
She is personally completing 12 demanding physical challenges throughout the year as an ambitious fundraising mission for the Ayrshire Hospice.
Adventurous Pursuits
Her fundraising challenges include physically adventurous activities like the Tartan Warrior obstacle course, zip-lining, bungee swinging, and an open-water swim.

Media Appearances

Gemma has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2023
Head of Human Resources at Ayrshire Hospice
5-2016 - 1-2023
HR Manager at Simon Community Scotland
9-2009 - 4-2016
HR Business Partner at esure
9-2003 - 6-2010
HR Manager at moneyQuest Mortgage Brokers

Education

2008 - 2010
MCIPD from College of Commerce
1996 - 2002
Education details unavailable from Lourdes

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Exp : 22 Location : Irvine, Scotland, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Human Resources at Ayrshire Hospice
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Insights For Selling To Gemma

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence
  • Compliment them about their personality if you get a chance
  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible

DONT's

  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them
  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively
  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Gemma is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Gemma

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Gemma move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Gemma take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Gemma

Personality Compatibility


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