True Stories at Work: fresh from HR

True Stories at Work: fresh from HR


Latest Episodes

Paycheck Power Plays: From Commissions to Corporate Jets
April 16, 2024

This episode of True Stories at Work features a conversation with Caroline, an executive recruiter who began her career in the tumultuous year of 2010, navigating the challenges of the recession-hit j

Rules and HR… To Bend or Not To Bend: Nicole
March 22, 2024

Did you know that HR professionals are the true crime detectives of the corporate world? From solving the case of the mysterious naughty photographs to catching protesting poopers, this True Stories a

From HR Challenges to AI Opportunities: Karen
February 05, 2024

How does an HR professional build a connected, inclusive, and tech-forward culture? Find out in our latest podcast episode with Karen, who considers herself an accidental tourist in HR! #HRLeadership

Navigating Growth, Fear, and Humility in HR: Adam
January 19, 2024

What happens when you choose to face your fears and be vulnerable at the work? This episode of True Stories at Work shares how well these tactics worked for Adam, as he moved from a $10/hr contractor

HR is Not Your Junk Drawer: Lauren Part 2
December 18, 2023

This True Stories at Work episode begins where my last podcast episode dropped off, with Lauren on the brink of her first leadership role and her first sexual harassment investigation (at the same tim

HR is Artistic: Lauren Part 1
November 10, 2023

Have you ever had to handle a rift in your department? In this True Stories at Work episode you get to meet Lauren, who hit all the desks in HR to grow her expertise but nothing prepared her for t

Don’t Throw Gasoline on a Fire, De-escalation in HR: Jason
October 12, 2023

How would adding children at work up the stakes as an HR leader? - In this True Stories at Work episode you get to meet Jason, who, despite the law, doesnt believe in Central Jersey! We discuss the w

Rip off the Band-Aid and Have the Hard Conversation: Michael
August 23, 2023

HR leaders have difficult conversations, around an incredible range of topics It would just be easier to say, we don't want you around than to say, hey, I need you to wear a bra to work. - Welcome t

Don’t Be Afraid to Follow Your Passion: Aileen
August 01, 2023

In this episode of True Stories at Work, we introduce you to Aileen, who has spent the majority of her career in Talent Acquisition at a professional services firm and is now a career coach. Join us a

Always Lead HR with Patience and Kindness: Tara
June 21, 2023

In this True Stories at Work episode, you get to meet Tara, who started her career as a behavioral specialist and found the skills and knowledge transferred nicely into HR. She worked in many industri