In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked emotional challenges faced by HR professionals. Amanda Haddaway, founder of HR Answer Box, shares her insights on managing the emotional load inherent in HR roles. Discover practical strategies for stress management, setting boundaries, and maintaining mental well-being while navigating the complexities of human resources. Whether you're an HR veteran or new to the field, Amanda's advice will help you handle the emotional demands of your role with resilience and grace.

In this engaging conversation, John shares his journey from an accidental HR professional to a strategic leader in the field. He discusses the importance of collaboration within Maryland SHRM, the need for HR professionals to prioritize their own growth, and the challenges of building connections while maintaining professional boundaries.

John emphasizes the significance of generational diversity in shaping workplace expectations and the value of mentorship in career development. He also provides insights on interviewing companies to find the right fit and strategies for engaging the C-suite in meaningful change.

Ultimately, John encourages HR professionals to define their purpose and pursue personal goals for fulfillment.

This conversation delves into the challenges faced by HR professionals, emphasizing the importance of self-care, community support, and personal growth. We share our experiences with burnout, the journey to rediscovering passion, and the significance of surrounding oneself with inspiring individuals. The need for authenticity and vulnerability in both personal and professional settings is discussed, highlighting how these elements contribute to resilience and a sense of purpose. This conversation delves into the importance of human connection, intentional living, and the role of support networks in personal and professional growth. The speakers discuss the significance of self-worth, the energy dynamics in leadership, and the challenges of burnout, particularly in HR roles. They emphasize the need for compassion and the ability to bring one's full self to work, highlighting the relational and spiritual aspects of leadership. In this conversation, the speakers explore the importance of living in alignment with one's values, the essential states of leadership, and the journey of self-awareness. They discuss how embracing life's lessons and being vulnerable can lead to deeper connections and a clearer sense of purpose. The conversation emphasizes the significance of intentionality in personal growth and the power of building meaningful relationships.

In this episode of the Beyond HR podcast, Katherine shares her extensive journey in the HR field, discussing her early career, the evolution of her passion for HR, and the challenges she faced, including imposter syndrome and mental health issues. She emphasizes the importance of coaching over directing in HR practices and introduces the concept of thought work as a means to improve mental health and emotional intelligence. The conversation also touches on the impact of personal life on professional performance and the lessons learned from younger generations. In this engaging conversation, the speakers explore the profound lessons learned from parenting, the importance of self-awareness, and the dynamics of building meaningful relationships in the HR field. They discuss the significance of high-quality questions in fostering connections, the challenges of navigating HR's perception, and the need for empathy and emotional support in the workplace. The dialogue emphasizes the power of reframing burnout and the importance of running towards growth rather than away from challenges, ultimately highlighting the human experience in both parenting and professional environments.

In this episode, the conversation explores the journey of transitioning from a career in human resources to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of fulfillment, planning, and reflection. The speaker shares insights on overcoming challenges, the significance of a morning routine, and the need for flexibility in work hours. The discussion also critiques the traditional 9 to 5 work model and highlights the importance of metrics in evaluating productivity and success. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of burnout, the importance of simplifying life, and the role of nutrition in mental health. They discuss strategies for managing distractions, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the courage needed to embrace rejection. The conversation emphasizes the significance of reflection and taking small steps towards personal and professional growth, as well as the importance of connection in leadership.

🎙️ The Beyond HR Podcast – Show Notes (Promo Episode)

Welcome to The Beyond HR Podcast, where we rip the “corporate” mask off HR and get real about what it means to lead with humanity.

This isn’t your typical HR talk.

Hosted by Paige Knott, MHRM, SHRM-CP and Will Ortiz-Febus, SHRM-CP, two HR professionals on a mission to restore soul, purpose, and truth to the workplace, The Beyond HR Podcast explores what it means to be conscious leaders in a burned-out world.

✨ In this podcast, we go deeper than policies and procedures. We talk about:

• Healing soul fatigue in the workplace

• The emotional cost of leadership

• Mindful management and trauma-informed HR

• Culture work that actually works

• Shadow work, authenticity, and radical self-awareness

• And why now more than ever, HR needs heart, not just hustle

We’re here for the misfits, the visionaries, and the HR folks who feel like they don’t belong in traditional corporate systems — because they were meant to transform them.

🌀 If you're an HR professional, business leader, or founder who’s ready to shift from burnout to breakthrough, from surviving to leading consciously — this is your space.

Follow along, subscribe, and join the Conscious HR Movement.

🎧 New episodes drop every other week.

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