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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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Let’s Fix Work Episode 26 — Create a Powerful Culture with Patty McCord

WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann September 3, 2018 1 Comment

Sometimes we get so bogged down hyper-analyzing the simplest questions, that we miss the obvious answers. “Do you love your job?” Your answer determines whether or not you’ve found the right place to cultivate your ever-evolving career, and it’s time to talk about it. Join our host/resident HR nerd and her guest, the former head of talent…

A List of Things We Lie to Ourselves About

Life, WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann September 2, 2018 4 Comments

A recent study reports that no alcohol is good for your health, which is terrible news for everybody who has a real job and wants to decompress. Unfortunately, the news is true. Forget the French, forget your wine club, forget the beverage industry’s claims that beer is good after running. Not even a moderate amount…

Yes or No? Most Self-Help and Business Books Are Lame

Life, WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann August 29, 2018 14 Comments

How many people enjoy reading self-help and business books? I can’t imagine many. (I’m burned out, myself.) A few weeks ago, I finished my book proposal for “Let’s Fix Work,” and it includes an introduction, author bio, an overview of the audience, a marketing plan, competitive analysis of similar books that sold well, book specs,…

Let’s Fix Work Episode 25 — Become a Superconnector with Ryan Paugh

WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann August 27, 2018

When kindred spirits come together in a community, ideas and dreams blossom, passion gets amplified, accountability and empowerment surges, and the problems? Well, they become less daunting. In this episode, Laurie has a great conversation with a dear friend, a cult legend in the online-community building world, Ryan Paugh. Laurie and Ryan share how they met,…

HR Tech Pitchfest

WorkBy Laurie Ruettimann August 23, 2018 4 Comments

I’m heading to the 2018 HR Technology Conference & Exhibition because I’m excited about the pitchfest. Generally speaking, pitchfests are a popular way for founders to present their new technology to captive audiences. You stand on stage for three minutes and tell people why your product will change the world. It’s such a fun experience…

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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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Let’s Fix Work Episode 26 — Create a Powerful Culture with Patty McCord

A List of Things We Lie to Ourselves About

Yes or No? Most Self-Help and Business Books Are Lame

Let’s Fix Work Episode 25 — Become a Superconnector with Ryan Paugh

HR Tech Pitchfest

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collaboration to make meaningful change.

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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.