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This edition of our employee spotlight focuses on Erika Martin, Payroll & Benefits Specialist in our Dallas office. Discover Erika\u2019s journey from marketing to HR, her dedication to helping others, and the impact of Cisco-Eagle\u2019s employee-owned culture on her work.<\/p>\n
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My main responsibilities revolve around anything payroll-related and all aspects of employee benefits. I interact with people throughout the day, addressing questions on pay, PTO, and insurance. Each day brings something new, from handling 401K distributions and rollovers to assisting former employees with various matters.<\/p>\n
I didn\u2019t start out in HR! I majored in marketing with plans to work in hotel management. After some experience in that field, I realized it wasn\u2019t my calling\u2014it was too stressful. After graduation, I joined Southwest Airlines in Customer Relations and then moved into marketing, but I eventually shifted my focus after taking some time off to start a family.<\/p>\n
A former colleague reached out about doing part-time payroll work, and over time, that opportunity evolved into a full-time HR position. When she retired, I took over HR entirely. That’s how I got into HR and I\u2019ve loved it. It\u2019s all about treating people the way you\u2019d want to be treated. Cisco-Eagle\u2019s culture is incredible in this regard; it\u2019s collaborative and supportive, which is such a refreshing change from previous environments I\u2019ve worked in.<\/p>\n
Helping people. If I can make someone\u2019s day a little easier, especially when they\u2019re dealing with something stressful\u2014like getting a prescription approved\u2014that\u2019s what makes it all worthwhile.<\/p>\n
I take the time to go over everything in detail, letting people ask any questions they need to feel informed. Sometimes, I have to explain things like PTO in multiple ways before it clicks, but that\u2019s okay! I want people to feel comfortable asking questions, no matter how many times they need clarity.<\/p>\n
Not to take things personally. In a past job, I took too much home with me, and it affected my health. You can\u2019t let it all rest on your shoulders, and you can\u2019t take yourself too seriously.<\/p>\n
I\u2019d give my best no matter what, but being employee-owned adds something special. You feel truly connected to the company and the team, and there\u2019s a sense of accountability to each other and the future of Cisco-Eagle. We all play a part in its success, and that\u2019s a really powerful motivator.<\/p>\n
Cisco-Eagle is a group of unique individuals all working toward a shared future. We\u2019re a team, and that sense of ownership is something we all take pride in.<\/p>\n
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