Jackson Jeyanayagam has a unique leadership style, and that extends into his hiring strategy. During the January Women in Retail and Total Retail Virtual Exchange event, Jeyanayagam, vice president and general manager, direct-to-consumer at The Clorox Company, shares how he leads his team with flexibility and trust. In this clip from the event, he discusses what he's looking for when making hiring decisions, and why they revolve around the core characteristics of versatility, empathy and curiosity.

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