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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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Creative and Innovative HR: Behaviors, Capabilities and Tech

WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann May 11, 2015 1 Comment

I’m on the road, this week, talking about creative and innovative human resources practices. I believe that great HR happens when our behaviors—the way in which you conduct yourself with your clients and colleagues—are positive and respectful. As I’ve written in the past, far too many HR professionals are caught up in the horizontal drama…

Marathon Monday: Running in Cuba and Grand Cayman

LifeBy Laurie Ruettimann May 11, 2015

I’ve run the numbers here at LFR HQ. It looks like I can take off the month of November (again) to travel and do fun stuff for my personal development. Last year, I ran a marathon. Then I went to Australia and Rome. This year? I picked my fall marathon. It will be in Grand…

“I Hate People”

Cats, LifeBy Laurie Ruettimann May 8, 2015 7 Comments

People suck. I hate people. People ruin everything. My job would be great if it weren’t for the people. This place would be awesome if it weren’t for all the people. I have said all of those things in my life. Sometimes I mean it. Sometimes I don’t. But the outpouring of love and support after…

Feedback is Not Always a Gift

Life, WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann May 7, 2015 21 Comments

A few years ago, I retired my blog because I wanted to write under my name. More importantly, I wanted to see if I could branch out beyond human resources and write about something fresh. In January, a friend of mine reached out and said that he “ceased reading my work” because it lacked passion…

Takers and Makers: Your Benefits Package

Life, WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann May 6, 2015 16 Comments

One of my cat blogging acquaintances strongly believes that total rewards plans—which include health insurance, retirement, paid time off, life insurance and other benefits—are written for people with kids. And she thinks it is criminal. My friend wants a different approach: you should get a flexible mix of cash and other benefits that are more…

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Laurie’s Most Popular Blog Posts

How to Interact with Chat GPT-4 Effectively: Top Tips for Better Questions

Can HR Fire Me?

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?

What is the SHRM-SCP?

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Creative and Innovative HR: Behaviors, Capabilities and Tech

Marathon Monday: Running in Cuba and Grand Cayman

“I Hate People”

Feedback is Not Always a Gift

Takers and Makers: Your Benefits Package

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.

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Laurie’s Most Popular Blog Posts

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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.