# 159 | 4 methods to get your first Chief People Officer (or CHRO) role

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Podcast: [HR Coffee Time](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hr-coffee-time-4106816)
Published: 2025-12-05T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.brightskycareercoaching.co.uk/hr-coffee-time-podcast/159
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## Resource

What’s the best way to land your first Chief People Officer or CHRO role? In this episode, Fay Wallis breaks down the four most common routes that real CPOs have taken to step into the top people leadership job for the very first time. You’ll also hear short clips from several CPO guests who generously shared their stories and insights. You’ll hear about: Four routes into first CPO roles Internal discussions leading to job title changes Being headhunted by executive recruiters Strengthening your LinkedIn profile Applying directly for senior HR roles Preparing for high-level interviews Pitching for promotion with a business case Useful Links Connect with Fay Wallis on LinkedIn Visit Fay’s website Learn about Fay’s Inspiring HR leadership development programme Buy a copy of The Essential HR Planner Other Relevant HR Coffee Time Episodes Ep 31: 3 little-known LinkedIn features which will help you get your next job Ep 106: 7 types of posts to share on LinkedIn that will help your HR career Ep 149: The CPO Job Application That Worked, Strategic vs Operational HR, and Why Compassion Matters (with Funmi Onamusi): Audio link: https://brightskyhr.co.uk/hr-coffee-time-podcast/149/ YouTube link: https://youtu.be/n-zYslILExc?si=dIJFbWDgo2SWlcUz Ep 154: Step-by-Step Career Advice to become a successful CHRO/CPO (with Nicola Lyons): Audio link: https://brightskyhr.co.uk/hr-coffee-time-podcast/154/ YouTube link: https://youtu.be/tdqjSSbKMmM?si=WpaKhorECI5-ieFk Ep 147: How to Become a Successful Chief People Officer: Insider insights (with Kanika Mehra): Audio link: https://brightskyhr.co.uk/hr-coffee-time-podcast/147/ YouTube link: https://youtu.be/R31JrBpT490?si=fikKsO8dJBahIRpx Enjoyed This Episode? Don’t Miss the Next One! Sign up to the free weekly HR Coffee Time email to be noti…

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