Breaking Into HR: Lessons from a Non-Traditional Path

Pursuing a career in HR when you didn’t start there can feel intimidating, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. Here’s how I made the leap, what I’ve learned, and what I’d tell anyone else considering the jump. The Long Way Around When I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Social Work back in 2005, I thought … Continue reading Breaking Into HR: Lessons from a Non-Traditional Path →

End of Term Reflections: Papers, Progress, and Perspective

I just submitted the final papers for my graduate classes this term, and I have to admit, it’s a mix of relief, pride, and a tiny bit of exhaustion. Flowers on the counter of my favorite local café and study spot. This semester stretched me in all the right ways. Between case studies, financial analysis, … Continue reading End of Term Reflections: Papers, Progress, and Perspective →

The Power of a Chance: How One Role Changed My Life

There’s a quote I recently came across that stopped me in my tracks: "Most jobs can be taught. Give people a chance." – Anna Chernyshova It resonated so deeply because I know firsthand how true it is. Someone once gave me a chance, and it changed the entire course of my career. In 2018, I … Continue reading The Power of a Chance: How One Role Changed My Life →

One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Understanding How People Learn in School and the Workplace

Learning Isn't Linear If there’s one thing I’ve learned from years in training and now as a returning college student, it’s this: learning isn’t linear and certainly not one-size-fits-all. Too often, training programs and academic environments are built around the assumption that if you just provide the information clearly enough, people will absorb it. But … Continue reading One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Understanding How People Learn in School and the Workplace →

My First Day of Graduate School: A New Beginning

The photos may not be perfect, but the moment is. Today marks the beginning of a journey I’ve thought about for years—my first day of graduate school! While the official start date is tomorrow, I decided to get a head start, diving into readings and drafting my initial responses. It feels both exciting and a … Continue reading My First Day of Graduate School: A New Beginning →