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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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Hire Them Back: Get Women Back to Work ASAP

WorkBy LFR April 30, 2021 1 Comment

Did you know that 2.5 million women in America have left the workforce since the beginning of the pandemic? Perhaps one of your friends or family members left work due to the coronavirus. Maybe it’s you. This past February, Vice President Kamala Harris warned that the rapid departure set women back for decades. Speaking to…

What Can HR Do About Racism?

Human Resources, WorkBy LFR April 15, 2021 3 Comments

Years ago, I met a Chief HR Officer at a conference in Savannah, GA, who told a story about what it was like to start a new job and get to the bottom of strategic organizational challenges. When this woman accepted her role, one of the first trends she noticed was that the company routinely…

So About That Surprising Story in Betting On You

LifeBy Laurie Ruettimann February 25, 2021

Did you read my new book and feel betrayed? “Betting On You: How to Put Yourself First and (Finally) Take Control of Your Carer” tells stories from my career that are meant to inspire others to prioritize their wellbeing, focus on continuous learning, take risks, and become self-leaders who are fully accountable for their decisions.…

How to Write a Traditionally Published Book

WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann February 17, 2021

Are you thinking of writing a traditionally published book? If this is the year you finally put yourself first and follow your dreams, good for you. We’re not living through a pandemic to recreate our former lives from 2019. We’re surviving to find our purpose — at work and in our personal lives. When I…

The Power of Investing In Yourself and Your Well-Being

WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann January 5, 2021

Punk Rock HR is underwritten by Headspace for Work. Today I want to talk about my experience at Pfizer. That’s right, I’m talking about the global drug company, my former employer, and the place where I decided to end my career in human resources. When I worked there, I was truly surrounded by people who…

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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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Hire Them Back: Get Women Back to Work ASAP

What Can HR Do About Racism?

So About That Surprising Story in Betting On You

How to Write a Traditionally Published Book

The Power of Investing In Yourself and Your Well-Being

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

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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.