Interview: “I’ve spent a lifetime figuring out how to be a good leader” Written by CMI Insights Tuesday 08 February 2022 Share Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email Robert Ordever, former HR business partner at Harrods and people director Fulham FC, shares his career journey from Harrods trainee to O.C. Tanner MD – and gives his advice for managers It was at his first job out of school that Robert Ordever developed a love of people management. Rising through the ranks at iconic luxury retailer Harrods, he developed the skills that would later help him lead the HR department at one of London’s top football clubs. Now he manages the European arm of employee recognition specialists O.C. Tanner, where he helps other managers to get the best out of their teams. Robert took the time to speak to us about his journey and share his thoughts on management and leadership. Where did your career start? Fresh from school, I joined the training programme at luxury retailer Harrods, where I was seconded around the company. This proved the perfect way for me to learn all different areas of business. At the end of the programme, I took on a junior management role and studied leadership. Log in to keep reading Robert’s leadership journey Login or register below for Free Instant Access Login If you are already registered as a CMI Friend, Subscriber or Member, just login to view this article. Confirm your registration Login below to confirm your details and access this article. Sign in with email Email remember me remember Forget? Please confirm that you want to switch off the "Sign in with email" remember me feature. Yes No Register for Free Access Not yet a Member, Subscriber or Friend? Register as a CMI Friend for free, and get access to this and many other exclusive resources, as well as weekly updates straight to your inbox. You have successfully registered As a CMI Friend, you now have access to whole range of CMI Friendship benefits. Please login to the left to confirm your registration and access the article. Interview At CMI, we’re hugely privileged to have contributed to many people’s management and leadership journeys. Take a look back at some of the people we’ve interviewed for some top tips and exclusive insight. Members See More CMI Members have access to thousands of online learning and CPD resources. Learn more about our membership benefits Join The Community CMI offers a variety of flexible membership solutions, tailored to your needs. Find out more and get involved in the CMI community today.
