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“Show me a successful individual and I’ll show you someone who had real positive influences in his or her life. I don’t care what you do for a living—if you do it well I’m sure there was someone cheering you on or showing the way. A mentor.” — Denzel Washington In a recent blog post, I wroteContinueContinue reading “Street Level Influencer: Get to Know Sue Oswalt”

“A recruiter should be viewed as a business partner, someone who is critical to the success of the business.” – Mathew Caldwell In a recent blog post, I wrote about the power of the Street Level Influencer. I argue that some of the most impactful people in our lives are right in front of us!ContinueContinue reading “Street Level Influencer: Get to Know Kristy Freewalt”

“Yes, in all my research, the greatest leaders looked inward and were able to tell a good story with authenticity and passion.” – Deepak Chopra In my last blog post, I wrote about the power of the Street Level Influencer. I argue that some of the most impactful people in our lives are right inContinueContinue reading “Street Level Influencer: Get to Know Kirk Hamsher”

 “Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Wishing is not enough; we must do.” – Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe In a recent HR Philosopher post, I discuss the importance and power of a “street level influencer.” I came up with the idea after remembering the concept of a “street level bureaucrat.” The term was coinedContinueContinue reading “Street Level Influencers: HR Superstars Behind the Scenes!”

“Our vocation can nourish our understanding and compassion, or erode them.” – Thich Nhat Hanh September 26th is HR Professionals Day! I am a proud HR professional, and want to share some quick thoughts – Jack Handey style! This week I read the amazing Kyra Matkovich’s HR Shenanigans Blog post, HR Chose Me. Kyra isContinueContinue reading “Happy HR Professionals Day! Protect Your Inner Citadel”

The darkest nights produce the brightest stars. — John Green I first spoke to her in July 2018. I hadn’t had the opportunity to meet her a month prior at SHRM Conference 2018, but I had heard nothing but positive things about her. I needed help, so I emailed her. She replied, and I couldContinueContinue reading “The Brightest Star”

“Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for kindness.” – Seneca I was scrolling through LinkedIn the other day when I saw a video of a young kid being cheered on by his classmates when attempting to break a wooden plank with a karate kick. He kept failing. As the child struggled,ContinueContinue reading “HR, Kindness, and Being a Street Level Influencer”

A leader is best when people barely know he exists. When his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: We did it ourselves. – Lao Tzu Indianapolis is a hidden gem, I believe. When discussing up and coming or unique urban centers, I rarely hear people discuss Indy. It has everything you’d wantContinueContinue reading “The Importance of Spontaneity in D&I”

What you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create. – Buddha Quick side note: In my last #HRPhilosopher blog post, I discussed one of my favorite bands ever, Killswitch Engage. Their new album dropped yesterday, and if you’re of the heavier musical persuasion, I highly recommend taking a listenContinueContinue reading “I Used to Wear My Shirt in the Pool: Don’t Let Others Steal Your Self-Worth”

“I see myself in you, I know you can make it through.” – I Am Broken Too by Killswitch Engage, Lyrics by Jesse Leach There is always more going on behind the veil. I was 18 years old when I first heard Killswitch Engage. 2002 was a strange time in heavy music history. Nu metalContinueContinue reading “Silence is Acceptance: HR Cannot Avoid Talking about Mental Health”