Jane Hertzmark Hudis is one of the most prominent beauty executives in the country. As an executive group president of the Estée Lauder Companies – the organization she’s been at for over 30 years – she oversees some of the biggest beauty brands in the world, including Tom Ford Beauty and La Mer. Her secret to making it to the top? Embrace the beauty of connections, find mentors, and hire a team you can learn from. 

In this episode, Jane shares: 

Why it’s crucial to hire people who are smarter than you 

Her tips for making work travel more bearable 

Her experience raising children while on the executive track

How she thought about growing her career at one company

What Kendall Jenner taught her about social media