Judith Doran

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DISC Type : sdi

Head of People at ExtraCare Charitable Trust

United Kingdom

Overview

Judith Doran is an experienced Head of People with a strategic vision for HR and organisational development. A graduate of the University of Leeds, her career spans the private and public sectors, including manufacturing, the NHS, and Emergency Services. Colleagues describe her as an adaptable, encouraging, and supportive leader.

Outside of her core roles, Judith demonstrates a clear passion for empowering others, particularly women in the workplace. This is highlighted by her work as a licensed trainer for the "Springboard" womens development program, a commitment that blends her professional expertise with a personal drive for mentorship and growth.

Unique fact: Judith has specific experience leading culture change and wellbeing initiatives within high-pressure emergency service environments.

Personality Overview

Driven But Considerate

Friendly But Fast

Dynamic But Sincere

They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)  If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed

Topics They Care About

Equality & Inclusion
She has actively sought external expertise to help develop and enhance her organization's Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion strategy.
Women's Development
She is a licensed "Springboard" women's development trainer, showing a direct passion for helping women advance professionally.
Organisational Culture
A key responsibility in her previous director-level roles involved leading significant culture change and employee engagement programs.

Media Appearances

Judith has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2020
Head of People at ExtraCare Charitable Trust
11-2016 - 9-2020
Head of Human Resources at National College for Advanced Transport & Infrastructure
8-2010 - 9-2016
Director of People at Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service
4-2008 - 7-2010
Director at Stonefield HR Consultancy
2008 - 2009
HR consultant - Projects and Strategy at University of Salford

Education

2013 - 2014
Strategic leadership from University of Warwick
1984 - 1987
BA from University of Leeds

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Exp : 31 Location : United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of People at ExtraCare Charitable Trust
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Insights For Selling To Judith

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • During followups, use calls or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention

DONT's

  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Judith is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Judith

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Judith move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Judith take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Judith

Personality Compatibility


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