Thoughts and musings from an HRM Grad Student
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
Working With Personality – Post 2 There’s a unique kind of tension in being both energized by people and drained by them. As an ambivert, I live in that middle space. I can be fully present in a team meeting, lead a group project, or make conversation in a crowded room—and genuinely enjoy it. But … Continue reading In the Middle: Thriving as an Ambivert at Work and School
Understanding and Valuing the Power of Quiet Individuals In our fast-paced, collaborative world, introverts often find themselves navigating environments that don't align with their natural preferences. This post explores the unique strengths of introverts in educational and professional settings, offering insights into creating environments where they can thrive. What Does It Mean to Be an … Continue reading Quiet Strength: Introverts in School and the Workplace
If you’ve ever walked out of a team meeting feeling energized - or completely drained - you already know this truth: personality matters at work. How we think, communicate, recharge, and engage with others isn’t just a personal quirk—it’s a powerful influence on how we collaborate, lead, and succeed. And yet, many workplaces still operate … Continue reading Working With Personality: Why Understanding Introverts, Ambiverts, and Extroverts Matters
I will figure it out. Shirt from Mahogany Mommies (not sponsored). I’ve always believed that learning doesn’t stop when we leave the classroom. Now, back in school in my 40s, I’m putting that belief to the test. This time, the challenge is business financials... A subject that’s never come easily to me. If there’s one … Continue reading Facing the Numbers: Studying Business Financials as a Words-First Person
My portable office: HR strategy on screen, study notes at hand, and caffeine within reach. Finding focus one iced coffee at a time. Lately, my days have been a mix of business textbooks, HR strategy papers, and mastering the art of APA formatting. As a grad student working toward a Master's in Human Resources Management … Continue reading Study Sessions and Iced Coffee: Finding Focus Outside Home and Office
Week 1 - CHECK! You know that feeling when you hit “submit” on an assignment, breathe a sigh of relief, and then immediately panic because that was too easy? Yeah, that’s been me all week. I wrapped up my first week of grad school, and honestly, I feel like I must have forgotten something. I … Continue reading Week 1 – Done! I Think?
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
Welcome to Help! Send Coffee! In 2018, when I was 37, I went through a divorce. I became a single mom to an incredible 10 year old girl after basically being a single mom in my marriage as well. It felt like life started over at that point - and in a way it did. … Continue reading Help! Send Coffee!
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