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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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Writing for the HR Tech Market

Work

It is conference season, and I am the recipient of dozens of email pitches/day. People want me to notice their new HR products and services. These pitches suck so hard. My friend Steve Smith is an award-winning writer who leads The Starr Conspiracy’s content development, thought leadership and public relations teams. He is great. Steve…

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The Fault in Our Stars #tfiosreview

Life

Did you read The Fault in our Stars? Did you see the movie? (It isn’t Grapes of Wrath, but who wants to read that boring shit, anyway?) I liked the way “love” and “happiness” were portrayed throughout the novel and movie. While there is an oxytocin-like element to the early stages of romance between Hazel Grace…

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How to Grow Out Your Bangs

Life

My friend is trying to grow out her bangs for her upcoming wedding. Just so you know, growing out your bangs is no joke. Here’s how you do it. Decide to stop cutting your bangs. Don’t cut them. Stop thinking about them. Really, I mean it, don’t cut them. Do what ever you can to…

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