Nurturing the Workplace: Transforming HR from Enforcers to Strategic Partners

Ep. 293 We ask the question… "Is your department a victim of organizational stereotyping?” Often, HR is seen as the beating stick, or disciplinarian, whose role is to enforce company policy. Well, it’s time to rethink that notion

When our guest Lydia Miller, CHRO at Children’s Home Association took over HR, leadership had bigger plans. By empowering managers with the skills to lead, coach, and inspire, Lydia is helping establish HR as a true value-added strategic partner, charged with the betterment of the organization.

We’ll talk about that, plus how AAIM has helped Lydia on her way to where she is today!

Timestamps:
00:01:15 - Phil's Return and Texas Ruling on Non-Competes
00:02:37 - Introduction of Guest: Lydia Miller
00:03:05 - Discussion on AI and Human-Written Text
00:04:12 - Poll Question: Critical Role of HR
00:05:08 - Lawyer on the Clock: ESG and DE&I Initiatives
00:09:08 - Supreme Court Decision Impact on DE&I
00:11:54 - Public Support for Unions
00:14:22 - HR Misconduct in Atlanta
00:16:11 - Introduction to Lydia Miller's Work at Children's Home
00:18:02 - Transitioning HR to a Strategic Partner
00:21:12 - Monthly Leadership Development Training
00:23:06 - Choosing the Right Organization
00:25:19 - Sanctuary Model at Children's Home
00:27:44 - Democratic Leadership Approach
00:29:18 - Closing Remarks and Future Plans