WORK
This is a bit of a different "work" section, because I wanted to share a bit about why the pause in the newsletter, and what I've been up to.
I've wanted to write a newsletter for a really long time, and starting last fall was actually kind of a dream come true. Last year was also the first year of my business and a year of experimentation.
Well, all that experimentation started to pay off in January, and I found myself really, really busy - and taking some time off in February to travel.
One thing led to another and before I knew it, more than a month had gone by without a newsletter. But now I'm back, and realized my weekly cadence may have been a bit ambitious! So, I'm going to commit to biweekly-ish for now. Especially since I will be launching a companion LinkedIn newsletter to my upcoming podcast soon (more on that in the next issue!)
So back to the "Work."
I'm not sure I've ever explained exactly what I do - you may know (so feel free to skip this!) but you may not, and read on! This question has come up a lot lately, so I figured I would share. If you are thinking about stepping out on your own, or thinking of working with a consultant in some way, hopefully this helps!
My clients fall into three different buckets:
Chief People Officer Fractional & Advisory - I work with Distribution HR leaders and executives(and those in manufacturing, industrials or other companies with deskless workers) to provide strategic HR solutions that drive growth, foster innovation, and build high-performing teams. That primarily looks like weekly advisory meetings, touch points in between, and some project work.
Brand Partnership - I work with AI and HR Tech brands to help amplify their voices in the HR communities they serve, to reach new customers, and to refine their marketing approach.
Keynote Speaking - I work with companies, associations and HR organizations to bring my experience, thoughts, and authentic approach to stages around the world.
Though not work per se, I also advise AI and HR Tech companies (this is an equity-based partnership, where I'm giving advice, thoughts and helping connect them to potential customers.)
COMMUNITY
This morning I had the absolute pleasure to join a really special community - the VETRN program - as a guest speaker.
I have tried my entire life to volunteer or give back in some way, but I rarely share much about it. It's something that's deeply personal and meaningful to me, so I often prefer to keep it private. But once in awhile I do share something, like right now!
The VETRN program VETRN stands for "Veteran Entrepreneurial Training and Resource Network," and it is a free online program that helps veterans, National Guard members and their family members who own small businesses learn how to successfully grow their businesses, and receive the tools to scale. (Learn more by clicking the link below!)
It's been a privilege for me to join for the past five or so and spend some time with these leaders who have done so much for our country. Companies range from solopreneurs to, today, a business with 75 employees. We always talk all things Human Resources but often, as it did today, it comes down to the big question - how do I find and retain the right people for my company?
This is the question for companies large and small. And I look forward to breaking this down in future issues!
But for now, I'll leave you with one anecdote - and a challenge.
"No one wants to work anymore" is something I hear quite often from employers. And it definitely came up today, as well as at a conference I spoke at last week. While it may feel like it's true, it's not. This refrain comes around every generation (those of us who are GenXers remember being referred to as "The Slacker Generation!")
The challenge: I always encourage leaders to look in the mirror and look at everything you do. Work is changing. The world is changing. We need to change with it, and that means looking at work differently. People want to work - and you need to take a look at what your company is doing and make sure they want to work for YOU!
COFFEE
Does coffee taste better in the sky?
Years ago, I would fly back and forth to Los Angeles a lot for work, always on JetBlue, and over time, most of my flights included this fancy section called "Mint." The closest I would get to it was grabbing some snacks and drinks from the snack closet (which was honestly pretty awesome!)
A few years ago, I was speaking at an event in Palm Springs, and had a horrific drive from PS to LA to fly out. I was so frazzled I decided to treat myself and see if they had an upgrade. They did! And they had ESPRESSO! I was hooked.
It is a privilege to be able to do this, but since I'm my own boss now, if I fly to the West coast, I always fly Mint. The crew is amazing, the service is amazing, and I can have unlimited expresso!
Have a great rest of your week!
I'll be back in your inbox soon with more Work. Community. Coffee.
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