I absolutely love to read. It is one of my favorite things to do. I love how stories can transport us to other times and places. I’m always amazed by how much I learn from books, even outside of the main storylines. This past Christmas, my husband got me a book entitled, ‘The Book Club … Continue reading The Feminine Mystique – 63 years later →

If you had the gift of 40 days to re-think and re-focus on who you are, to pause, to slow down, to remember who you are and where you are headed…what would you do with that time? How would you approach that prompt? What if I told you that time is now? The 40-day gift … Continue reading Can You Slow Down? →

‘With great power comes great responsibility’ – Spider-Man, Amazing Fantasy #15, 1962 It appears that several leaders of various enterprises have forgotten this proverb as of late. They say they want to be in charge…but are they prepared for everything that comes with it? Let’s start with my personal favorite example – Jim Harbaugh, former … Continue reading So you want to be a leader…do you know what that means? →

I love that first sip of my latte, especially when it is made to perfection. It brings a smile to my face and warms my heart. During the pandemic, it was often the best part of my day. On the other hand, when that latte is lacking in quality, I am less than happy. It … Continue reading What is a REAL job, anyway? →

‘No one wants to work.’ We have heard this phrase repeatedly since the beginning of the pandemic in 2020. As the labor market tightened, employers continued to make excuses for why they were not able to hire. The reality was fairly straightforward: employees wanted more. Those who were laid off, furloughed, or otherwise relieved from … Continue reading Labor Day Musings…What if they DO want to work? →

It’s a big week in my house – we are taking Avery to college. The time has come. We have been preparing for this moment for 18 years. There are a lot of emotions swirling around right now, but ultimately, we are so proud of her and so excited for this next step in her … Continue reading Experience matters →

I absolutely love concerts. I have seen many during my time on the planet – starting with Madonna in 1987 for the ‘Who’s That Girl’ tour in Detroit. (Yes, I was 8 years old and my parents are awesome.) Since then, I have been a regular concert attendee.* Just this past week, I was in … Continue reading The show they’ll never forget (also why I love Lady Gaga) →

Independence Day in the United States was last week. On that day, we celebrate the ideologies on which the country was founded such as freedom and liberty. July 4th is usually a time for celebration, a day spent with family and friends, eating traditional foods like grilled hot dogs and potato salad. We sip chilled … Continue reading Proud to be an…Employer? →

Wow, the past few weeks have been a whirlwind! We watched proudly as Avery graduated from Dublin Jerome High School. She has worked so hard over the course of her high school career. To see it end with pomp and circumstance was a beautiful way to go. Avery, like many of her fellow classmates, will … Continue reading In Honor of Those Who Serve →

Today is a special day. My daughter Avery will take the stage for the final time tonight for her last dance recital. For the past 15 years, dance has been a big part of Avery’s life. And mine. I have had the pleasure of being a dance mom. I’ve worked hard to make sure the … Continue reading The End of My Dance Mom Era →

Wow, what a week for thought-provoking posts on LinkedIn! In case you missed them, here are links to three I found particularly interesting: There is a lot to unpack here. I see some common themes: First, it’s surprising, and yet it’s not, that many business owners and executives truly do not understand what HR is … Continue reading HR Basics Matter (and why you should care) →

My favorite radio station in Central Ohio is 104.9 The River (River Radio – Uplifting & Encouraging®). While I was listening this past week, the DJs were having a conversation about cool work perks they experienced from their parents’ jobs growing up. This immediately made me think of my grandmother. First of all, I have … Continue reading Cool Work Perks →

Perspective is interesting. As we age, how we view things changes. I was recently having this discussion with my husband with regard to the world of work. When we are working in a difficult environment, it can be hard to see the forest for the trees. We get caught up in the drama, the office … Continue reading Time heals →

‘Maybe they’re seeing…something we don’t, darlin’ I love this song. Such a great tune to rock out to in your car or on the treadmill. I love music that picks you up and makes you feel good. This one is particularly relevant to me with respect to the last couple of weeks. I have had … Continue reading People Are Talkin’ →

January 2025 marks my 20th year in the field of Human Resources. And what a journey it has been! Why HR for me? It goes back to 1982 – I was 3 years old and telling everyone that I wanted to be the President of the United States when I grew up. (NOTE: My grandmother … Continue reading Cheers to 20 Years! →

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is one of the greatest stories ever written. The movie version featuring George C. Scott as Ebeneezer Scrooge from 1984 is my favorite adaptation of the story. Of course I watched it this holiday season; it gives me chills every time. Two lines in particular stood out for me this … Continue reading Don’t Hesitate →

There is not enough recourse for employees when employers behave badly. Let’s face it – some employers suck. I have seen this more times than I can count, especially in small businesses. Many business owners have a tendency believe they can do whatever they want with no consequences. Behaviors include extreme favoritism, bias, discriminatory actions … Continue reading When Employers/Managers/HR Behave Badly →

My dear friend, Dr. Melanie Peacock, recently published her first novel, ‘HR Can Be Murder’. How cool is that?!? I am so proud of her for this amazing accomplishment! Being an avid reader, I couldn’t wait to dive in. I am pleased to report that I was not disappointed. It is a fun, quick, and … Continue reading Can HR be Murder? →

Summer 2024 has been a bit of a whirlwind for me. In June, I had the opportunity to present at the SHRM 2024 Annual Conference in Chicago. My session was titled, ‘HR 101 for Departments of One and Small Business.’ It was so much fun! The room was packed, the energy from the audience was … Continue reading Looking Back…and Forward →

I made a mistake at work last week. It was fairly sizeable. I overlooked a detail that caused inconvenience for my team and one of our partners. It was my fault entirely; an oversight on my part. Now comes the hard part – trying to forget it and move on. I tend to stew on … Continue reading Be a Goldfish →