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Tiersa Hall, a world-class master trainer and HR consultant, shares her journey into the field of HR and the challenges she faced along the way. She emphasizes the importance of mindset and confidence in HR professionals and offers advice on how to navigate complex workplace issues. Tiersa also discusses the role of HR in shaping company culture and highlights the need for a balance between policy and human connection. She shares insights on how to sell the value of culture work to organizations and offers guidance for HR leaders looking to partner with consultants.

Key Takeaways:

• Confidence and mindset are key to a successful HR career.
• Balancing policy and human connection is crucial for creating a positive company culture.
• HR leaders can partner with consultants to gain support and expertise in areas outside their own expertise.
• Building relationships and providing value to organizations are key to long-term success in HR.

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Charisse Fontes is a human and accomplished author, international speaker, and visionary in the culture industry. She is the founder of Culture Circles, where she creates healthy cultures for culture-conscious companies. With a background in anthropology, Charisse offers a human-centered approach as a trusted advisor. She is also the leader of a nonprofit organization that aims to end harmful isms in humanity. Charisse is known for her intuitive nature and passion for empathy and holistic care.

Summary:
Charisse Fontes, founder of Culture Circles, shares her unique career journey in the field of HR and culture. From starting as an executive assistant to taking on HR responsibilities at a startup, Charisse discovered her passion for creating healthy cultures in the workplace. She emphasizes the importance of treating employees as humans and the need for a holistic approach to HR. Charisse also discusses her book, "How to Keep Your Company Culture From Going to Shit," which offers practical advice and insights for cultivating a healthy workplace culture.

Key Takeaways:

• Charisse's nontraditional entry into HR as an executive assistant at a startup allowed her to take on HR responsibilities and discover her passion for creating healthy cultures.

• Culture work is about more than just ping pong tables and happy hours; it requires an immersive and transformative approach to align the values of the company with the needs of its employees.

• The transactional aspects of HR are necessary for compliance and risk mitigation, but the transformational aspects of culture work are essential for creating a positive and empowering work environment.

• Charisse's approach to business is rooted in abundance and giving, rather than scarcity and competition. She believes in the power of ubuntu, the interconnectedness of humanity, and the importance of treating others with kindness and empathy.

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Matt Parkin is the Business Development Lead at FindWRK, a search-based alternative to job boards. He is also a LinkedIn Top Marketing Voice and helps entrepreneurs and executives grow their personal brands on LinkedIn. Matt is actively involved in the community as an entrepreneurship mentor and has been featured in various publications for his thought leadership in HR and talent acquisition.

Summary:

Matt Parkin, the Business Development Lead at FindWRK, shares his journey in HR and marketing and provides valuable insights on personal branding, networking, and the future of the job search process. He emphasizes the importance of personal branding on LinkedIn and shares tips on how HR professionals can leverage the platform to build their personal brand. Matt also discusses the benefits of thought leadership and how it can enhance career growth. He highlights the unique features of Find Work, a platform that connects job seekers and employers in the hourly workforce, and explains how it improves the candidate experience and streamlines the hiring process.

Key Takeaways:

• Personal branding on LinkedIn can significantly impact career growth and opportunities.

• Networking is essential for career advancement and should be done consistently, even when not actively job searching.

• Thought leadership can enhance career growth and establish credibility in the HR industry.

• Find Work provides a streamlined platform for connecting job seekers and employers in the hourly workforce, improving the candidate experience and simplifying the hiring process.

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Brittany King is a Senior Level Talent Acquisition, Talent Intelligence, and Diversity Leader. She is a passionate advocate for helping others create opportunities in the midst of life's most challenging circumstances. Brittany is also a self-proclaimed "neighborhood hope dealer" and is dedicated to using her voice and message to inspire and uplift others.

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In this episode, host Ricklyn interviews Brittany King, Senior Manager-Talent Acquisition, Talent Intelligence, and Diversity at The Kraft Heinz Company. They discuss the importance of job hoppers and debunk the negative stigma associated with changing jobs frequently. Brittany shares her own experience as a job hopper and emphasizes that job hopping does not reflect a person's ability to perform a job. They also discuss the need for psychological safety in the hiring process and the importance of being honest about past work experiences. Brittany shares her journey into HR, including her first HR job as an HR consultant and her passion for talent acquisition. She also talks about her role as a "neighborhood hope dealer" and how she uses her voice and message to inspire others.

Key Takeaways:

• Job hopping does not reflect a person's ability to perform a job.
• Psychological safety is crucial in the hiring process, and candidates should feel comfortable being honest about their past work experiences.
• Everyone has a unique story to share, and it is important to use your voice and share your experiences.
• LinkedIn is a powerful platform for building your personal brand and connecting with others in your industry.
• Recruiters are human too, and it is important to build a good rapport with them and give them grace.

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Julie Turney is a heart-centric and people-focused HR professional with over 15 years of experience in the field. She is the founder of HR at Heart Consulting, Inc., a coaching firm that helps HR professionals build resilience and agility while providing a safe space to recharge. Julie is also the lead organizer of Disrupt HR Caribbean for Barbados, Jamaica, and Trinidad, the host of the HR Sound Off podcast show, and the author of the book "Confessions of an HR Pro: Stories of Defeat and Triumph."

Summary:
Julie Turney, founder of HR at Heart Consulting, shares her journey into HR and the inspiration behind her coaching firm. She discusses the challenges and burnout that HR professionals often face and the importance of creating a safe space for HR professionals to recharge. Julie also talks about her book, "Confessions of an HR Pro: Stories of Defeat and Triumph," which aims to clear up misconceptions about HR and shed light on the experiences of HR professionals.

Key Takeaways:

• Julie's entry into HR was driven by her own negative experiences as an employee, which inspired her to create a better work environment.
• HR professionals often face burnout and struggle to find support and understanding within their organizations.
• Psychological safety is crucial in HR, allowing employees to share their thoughts and ideas without fear of judgment.
• Julie's coaching firm, HR at Heart Consulting, provides a safe space for HR professionals to recharge and build resilience.
• Julie's book, "Confessions of an HR Pro: Stories of Defeat and Triumph," aims to address misconceptions about HR and highlight the challenges and triumphs of HR professionals.

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My guest for this episode is Lauren Davis, an HR professional with a juris doctorate and 15+ years of experience working with clients in multiple industries. She offers a full-suite of HR services to small to mid-sized businesses to help mitigate risk and secure their bottom lines. Lauren has worked both in-house and as a consultant for a large PEO. She has mentored many newer HR professionals to broaden their depth of HR knowledge. 

If you've ever considered hanging your own shingle and starting your own HR consulting practice, you'll appreciate the gems dropped in this episode.

In this episode, Lauren shares:

• Why she decided not to practice law and pursued a career in HR instead.
• How she strategically positioned herself for her first HR role.
• Why she decided to leave a "good job" to do HR her way, on her terms.
• How she adds value to her clients as an independent HR consultant.
• Her tailored approach for providing recommendations to clients.
• The importance of continuous learning and cultivating and leveraging your network.

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Rebecca created HRuprise to level the playing field for employees, providing HR that works for employees, rather than the company.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why and how Rebecca imagined and created a different HR structure where HR pros work for employees not their bosses
• Why there is in an inherent conflict of interest when navigating employee relations
• How and why you should value the advice you give as an HR professional
• How you may be able to do HR differently while still working your day job

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Lisa is Hogan Assessment Certified and was inducted into the YWCA of the City of New York, Academy of Women Leaders.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The benefits of turning your interview into a conversation
• How to step into a leadership position
• What it means to get paid for what you know
• How Walsh navigates being the only person in the room like her

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