On Sunday, October 22nd Paul Lalonde will host the HR Social Hour chat to discuss, 'Philosophy - Turning Thinking into Action!' The chat will take place at 7:00pm EST on Twitter/X. Here is a preview of the chat questions: What’s in your glass or on your plate? Philosophy can be thought of as the becoming … Continue reading HR Social Hour Chat – 10/22 Question Preview →

I am thrilled to have Keirsten Greggs serve as co-host for the chat on 10/8 as we discuss 'The Current State of TA'. Join us for this important discussion!! 7:00pm EST on Twitter/X Here is a preview of the chat questions: What’s in your glass or on your plate? What is your #1 challenge with … Continue reading HR Social Hour Chat – 10/8 Question Preview →

I recently completed my 10th Dri-Tri challenge at Orangetheory Fitness.  This event is held twice per year and is their version of a triathlon.  It includes the 3 core components of Orangetheory – rowing, weight floor, treadmill.  In the 6 years I have been a member, I have only missed 2.  It’s fun.  I like … Continue reading My ‘I Get To’ Moment →

The #HRSocialHour Twitter/X chat returns on Sunday, 9/24 at 7:00pm EST. Co-hosts Jane Murtaugh and Professor Bob will join facilitator Mary Williams for a riveting discussion on #HR and higher education - preparing for the workforce of the future. Here is a preview of the questions: What’s in your glass or on your plate? The … Continue reading #HRSocialHour Chat 9/24 – Question Preview →

Check out the new logo!!! Please join us for the HR Social Hour Twitter/X Chat on Sunday, 9/10 @ 7:00pm EST. Co-host Matt Meadows will lead us in a discussion on 'AI in HR - Past, Present, and Future.' Here is a preview of the chat questions: What’s in your glass or on your plate? … Continue reading HR Social Hour Chat 9/10 – Question Preview →

Join us on Sunday, August 27th for the HR Social Hour chat on Twitter/X at 7:00pm EST. Co-host Steve Browne will lead us through a discussion on 'HR - Be Strategic and Ditch the Table!' Here is a preview of the discussion questions: What’s in your glass or on your plate? How do you define … Continue reading HR Social Hour Chat 8/27 – Question Preview →

My oldest daughter Avery entered the workforce this summer and I could not be more thrilled.  She has joined the team as a barista at our local Starbucks.  As a mom in HR, I am so excited for her to be experiencing first-hand the highs and lows of the world of work.  She is learning … Continue reading First Jobs →

Alright, my fellow HR pros, here it is – mid-July.  Welcome to the annual 3rd quarter slump.  You know exactly what I’m talking about – everyone is out of the office and no one wants to work on anything.  Meetings keep getting pushed.  More than likely, you’re not starting any new initiatives right now.  You … Continue reading 3rd Quarter Slump – 2023 Edition →

Can you believe we are into June already?!? 2023 is half over. I find myself reflecting on the year to date and reviewing what I have done (and not done!) so far. Have I mentioned that I wrote a book?!? Okay, not an entire book...but I contributed a chapter to People Fusion which was published … Continue reading Authorship is Cool →

https://youtu.be/Y1D3a5eDJIs I did it.  On Sunday, April 23rd I accomplished a personal goal of completing a half marathon.  As my friend Jon Thurmond says…bananas.  I have had a love/hate relationship with running for years.  Start and stop.  Couch to 5K.  I remember pulling out ‘how to start running’ plans out of Shape magazine.  I tried … Continue reading Running Down a Dream →