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Welcome to Laurieruettimann.com/blog, the destination for all your workplace issues. As a thought leader, I tackle topics such as diversity and inclusion, employee well-being, and putting an end to toxic work cultures. This blog features content from the Punk Rock HR Podcast, the “Betting On You” book, and the upcoming “Corporate Drinker” book and show.

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Financial Wellness

Life, WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann January 20, 2016

I work with a lot of recruiters, and many of them are complaining about job seekers who have inflated and unrealistic salary expectations. That’s not a new complaint. When people are in a position to negotiate for a new salary, they negotiate. If you don’t start strong, you end up weak. That’s just math. But…

Everybody is Tired at Work. Let’s Fix That.

Life, WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann January 19, 2016 3 Comments

Are you tired? Just about a month ago, I went to an all-day meeting with a bunch of people who are adults, parents and productive members of society. Everybody looked exhausted. I scanned the room and saw nothing but droopy eyelids. The thirty-eight-year-old creative director was pounding Red Bull Total Zero®. Most of the women…

It Takes Forever to Fill a Requisition

WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann January 18, 2016 4 Comments

One of the most important facts you need to embrace in 2016 is that it will take you forever to fill a requisition. There are a ton of reasons. No matter what anybody tells you, the economy is healthy. It is better for the rich than poor. It is better for whites than people with brown…

Yes, Your Pet is Trying to Tell You Something

Cats, Life, WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann January 15, 2016 2 Comments

I’m a big believer that life is incomplete without pets. I’m known for rescuing cats, but I also grew up with a dog. If I ever hit it big on the lottery (which clearly has not happened), I will go all Jon Stewart on everybody and open a rescue sanctuary. We will have goats, chickens,…

Monetizing Your Blog in 2016

Life, WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann January 14, 2016 1 Comment

Here’s the model for monetizing your blog in 2016. First, you need to write. Under your name. With the dot com. Anything else is a waste of time. If your domain isn’t available, bribe the hell out of the person who owns it. Then you write. A lot. Like it’s your job. Then you ask…

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Laurie’s Most Popular Blog Posts

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Don’t Trust People Who Don’t Love Animals

I Work in HR and Hate It

All Jobs Suck

How to Give a Great HR Speech

Human Resources Analytics: How Much Math Do You Need to Know?

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Financial Wellness

Everybody is Tired at Work. Let’s Fix That.

It Takes Forever to Fill a Requisition

Yes, Your Pet is Trying to Tell You Something

Monetizing Your Blog in 2016

I believe in the power of conversation and
collaboration to make meaningful change.

Subscribe to our human resources blog and our weekly newsletter for the latest trends,
insights, and strategies to create a more inclusive workplace for everyone.

THE INFAMOUS BLOG

Laurie’s Most Popular Blog Posts

All Blog Posts

I believe in the power of conversation and collaboration to make meaningful change.

Subscribe to our human resources blog and our weekly newsletter for the latest trends, insights, and strategies to create a more inclusive workplace for everyone.

I believe in the power of conversation and
collaboration to make meaningful change.

Subscribe to our human resources blog and our weekly newsletter for the latest trends,
insights, and strategies to create a more inclusive workplace for everyone.