The HR Philosopher

“So wake me up when it's all over, When I'm wiser and I'm older, All this time I was finding myself, And I didn't know I was lost.” – Wake Me Up, by Avicii When I began my Street Level Influencer blog series, I didn’t imagine the response would be what it has been. ManyContinue reading "Street Level Influencer: Get to Know John Newton"

“Philosophy’s main task is to respond to the soul’s cry; to make sense of and thereby free ourselves from the hold of our griefs and fears." - Sharon Lebell Happy World Philosophy Day 2019!! What a wonderful day to remember our inner thinker! In a past blog post, “What Is an HR Philosopher?” I describeContinue reading "World Philosophy Day 2019: Revisiting What It Means to Be an HR Philosopher"

We don't have a choice on whether we DO social media, the question is how well we do it. – Erik Qualman*   I have no idea where my career would be without social media. That sounds like a hyperbolic statement at worst, or a goofy one at best. However, this is the 21st century.Continue reading "Social Media and the HR Professional: A Conversation with Claire Petrie"

"To any entrepreneur: if you want to do it, do it now. If you don't, you're going to regret it." - Catherine Cook, co-founder of MyYearbook. 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 rightContinue reading "Street Level Influencer: Get to Know Rachel Palmer"

“A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” – Christopher Reeve 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!Continue reading "Street Level Influencer: Get to Know Okie Smith"

“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 wroteContinue 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!Continue 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 inContinue 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 coinedContinue 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 isContinue reading "Happy HR Professionals Day! Protect Your Inner Citadel"