Nicole Magnuson

Cheerleader
DISC Type : Is

Vice President, People Team Optum Technology at UnitedHealth Group

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Overview

Nicole Magnuson is a results-oriented Human Capital executive at Optum with over 15 years of experience building strong business relationships. A confident and creative strategist, she earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. People who have worked with her describe her as confident, focused, creative, resourceful, and loyal.

Outside of her core responsibilities, Nicole is passionate about fostering talent and investing in women leaders. She champions cross-collaboration and connection within the healthcare technology sector, dedicating energy to events and initiatives that empower female executives and recognize emerging talent within her organization.

Unique fact: Nicole is a recipient of both the Presidents Club Award and was named Employee of the Year.

Personality Overview

Affable

Considerate

Cheerful

They are more likely to go for proven solutions.  Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them. Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are.

Topics They Care About

Women in Tech
She actively promotes and organizes events for women leaders, such as the annual "InspiHER" conference at Optum Technology, to foster collaboration and connection.
Talent Development
Her background is in talent strategy and she celebrates team achievements, such as the graduation of "Dojo" program participants, highlighting a focus on employee growth.
Healthcare Innovation
She expresses excitement about advancements in the field, including cutting-edge AI demos, and frequently shares posts related to innovation in healthcare technology.

Media Appearances

Nicole has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2023
Vice President, People Team Optum Technology at UnitedHealth Group
1-2022 - 10-2023
Sr. Director, People Team at UnitedHealth Group
12-2020 - 1-2022
Sr. Director, Talent Strategy & Delivery United Healthcare at UnitedHealth Group
2-2017 - 12-2020
Director, Talent Acquisition at UnitedHealth Group
5-2016 - 2-2017
Senior Project Manager at UnitedHealth Group

Education

2000 - 2004
Bachelor of Arts from University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

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Insights For Selling To Nicole

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Summarize the key points at the end of the conversation
  • Show genuine interest in solving their problems
  • Use testimonials, case studies to show them why it is a low-risk, high-value decision

DONT's

  • Don’t sound very transactional
  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky
  • Don’t push them to make decisions very fast, let them take their time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Nicole is

  • Relationships can sway their decisions, followed by the low risk and the presence of good evidence.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Nicole

  • They are diplomatic when needed and rarely say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Nicole move?

  • Even if they are engaged and friendly, they can take their time to make decisions.
  • Can Nicole take some risk or not?

  • They probably won’t put a lot at risk.

You And Nicole

Personality Compatibility


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