Dear HR Diary - The Unfiltered Truth You Wish They Taught in Management School
Welcome to "Dear HR Diary," the unfiltered truth you wish they taught in management school. This podcast hosted by, ME, Dawn Hart, a seasoned HR and management professional with over 28 years of experience in the corporate world. Join me and some fantastic guests on a thrilling journey through the trenches of human resources and management, where expertise meets snark, sass, and a plethora of captivating stories.
Drawing from my extensive background in various industries, I will bring you a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the workplace. Each episode is a rollercoaster ride filled with humorous anecdotes, jaw-dropping tales, and invaluable insights. Whether you're an HR professional, a manager trying to decode the complexities of office dynamics, or simply someone who appreciates a good story, this podcast is your go-to destination.
I love to apply my wealth of experience and some valuable tips to the "Dear HR Diary" podcast by diving deep into the nitty-gritty of HR, revealing the human side of human resources and the managing side of managing people. Expect laughter, enlightenment, and a healthy dose of snark and sass. Subscribe now and tune in to uncover the secrets, strategies, and scandals of the corporate world, all narrated with my fun, and sassy signature style. Your weekly dose of HR and management brilliance awaits!
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 81
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
20. Emotional Intelligence in Leadership and Everyday Communication with Josiah Pledl (Part 2 of 2)
In this second episode with Josiah Pledl, Dawn and Josiah discuss the fascinating topic of emotional intelligence in leadership and everyday communications. Josiah showcased how executi…
19. Emotional Intelligence in Leadership and Everyday Communication with Josiah Pledl (Part 1 of 2)
In this two part episode, Dawn chats with Josiah Pledl as they discuss the fascinating topic of emotional intelligence in leadership and everyday communications. Josiah showcased how ex…
18. Why Women Leaders/Managers Build Better Teams
In today's episode, Dawn discusses the unique qualities women bring to leadership roles, such as empathy, multitasking, communication skills, intuition, entrepreneurship, and resilience…
17. Five Do and Donts to Get into HR or Any New Career Change
In this episode, Dawn gives 5 Do's and Dont's along with her insights, advice, and guidance for those interested in or currently navigating a career in HR. She covers the evolving natur…
16. Enhancing Workplace Culture with the CHAPS Method with Conor Cunneen
In today's episode, I dive into the fascinating topic of setting and achieving micro goals for maximum performance and productivity with Conor Cunneen. He shares his CHAPS formula and h…
15. Candor Questions to Manage People, Coach, Engage and Retain the Right Employees
In this episode, Dawn talks about questions that aim to prompt meaningful conversations between managers and employees to foster engagement and understanding within the workplace. Dawn …
14. Navigating Generational Dynamics in the Workforce with Katie Howard - Part 2
Dawn and Katie continue their conversation about generational dynamics in the workforce and discusses the importance of understanding traditionalist employees and ensuring that their go…
13. Navigating Generational Dynamics in the Workforce with Katie Howard - Part 1
Dawn and Katie will have you laughing and possibly cringing in this episode as they crack jokes and discuss the 5 different generations that are currently in the workforce together. If …
12. How to Manage Your Manager and Thrive in the Workplace
In this episode, Dawn discusses the topic of managing up, which involves managing your own manager. Dawn provides five tips on how to navigate this often unspoken aspect of the workplac…
11. Navigating HR Recruitment with Rebecca Hartwig
In today's episode, Dawn interviews Rebecca Hartwig, an HR professional and owner of a staffing agency named Hartwig Staffing. They chat about all nuances of HR practices, including rec…
10. The Gap Between Human Resources and Managers
In this episode, Dawn talks about the importance of communication, consistent policy application, employee development, feedback and improvement, recognition and appreciation, timely ha…
9. Ageism in the Workplace
In this episode, Dawn discusses the topic of ageism in the workplace. She shares personal experiences, statistics, and examples of age discrimination, as well as providing tips on how i…
8. Starting the New Year as a Manager: The Art of Setting SMART Goals
In this episode, Dawn discusses the importance of setting SMART goals as a manager and provides insights and tips on how to effectively set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, a…
7. Uncovering Workplace Taboos - Part 2
In today's episode of Dear HR Diary, Dawn explores the 2 part episode of workplace taboos, specifically focusing on:
- Inappropriate remarks and stereotypes
- Making awkward comments about ap…
6. Uncovering Workplace Taboos - Part 1
In today's episode of Dear HR Diary, Dawn explores workplace taboos, specifically focusing on topics such as office romances, oversharing, social media etiquette, and other behavior tha…
5. How Managers Can Help Employees Solve Their Own Problems and Foster Stronger Teams From Conflict to Collaboration
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the wild world of human resources and management. Get ready to unwrap some of the juiciest HR and management stories, from hiring horror tales…
4. A Dive into Mental Health and Workplace Dynamics With Shanna Large-Reusch
In this episode, we have a very special guest - my sister! Shanna Large-Reusch is the director of Substance Use Disorders, and we're talking about the critical issue of mental health in…
3. First-Time Managers and Navigating the Journey from Rookie to Rockstar
In today's episode, I take you into the wild world of HR and management like never before. We explore the juiciest HR and management stories, offering practical tips and tricks for navi…
2. Nightmare on HR Street: Scary Stories from the World of Human Resources
In this episode of Dear HR Diary by Manage with Hart, we dive into the darker side of HR, sharing nightmare stories and experiences from HR professionals. The episode covers topics such…
1. My Story & How I’m Equipped to Be Your Dear HR Diary Guide
Welcome to Dear HR Diary by Manage with Hart a podcast that delves into the fascinating world of human resources and management. I'm your host, Dawn Hart, a professional with almost 29 …