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Why HR Isn't the Enemy with Jenn Ayala

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What does it really mean to be a human-first leader in HR?

In this episode of Create Magic at Work, Amy connects with Jenn Ayala, a seasoned HR executive with over 25 years of experience, to explore what it takes to transform HR from a rule-enforcer role into a people-empowering force for good.

✨ In this conversation, you'll hear about:

  • Why Jenn believes kindness is the core of effective leadership
  • How she overcame burnout and reclaimed her own well-being
  • The powerful impact of "holding space" for employees in crisis
  • What HR looks like across different generations
  • Why praising others, especially when unexpected, builds powerful team culture

🎧 Tune in for a raw, grounded look at the emotional side of leadership, and how HR can be the heart of your organization.

Additional Resources:

Connect with Jenn on LinkedIn

Listen to Jenn's DisruptHR talk

Discover Your Spiritual Intelligence at Work

Connect with Amy Lynn Durham

Learn More About Create Magic at Work

More on PeopleForward Network

Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

  • Kindness creates trust and empowers authentic conversations
  • Burnout is real, self-care must be intentional
  • Every employee has a story worth understanding
  • HR must evolve into strategic, human-centered partners
  • Praise often and unexpectedly to build morale and trust

  continue reading

160 episodes

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What does it really mean to be a human-first leader in HR?

In this episode of Create Magic at Work, Amy connects with Jenn Ayala, a seasoned HR executive with over 25 years of experience, to explore what it takes to transform HR from a rule-enforcer role into a people-empowering force for good.

✨ In this conversation, you'll hear about:

  • Why Jenn believes kindness is the core of effective leadership
  • How she overcame burnout and reclaimed her own well-being
  • The powerful impact of "holding space" for employees in crisis
  • What HR looks like across different generations
  • Why praising others, especially when unexpected, builds powerful team culture

🎧 Tune in for a raw, grounded look at the emotional side of leadership, and how HR can be the heart of your organization.

Additional Resources:

Connect with Jenn on LinkedIn

Listen to Jenn's DisruptHR talk

Discover Your Spiritual Intelligence at Work

Connect with Amy Lynn Durham

Learn More About Create Magic at Work

More on PeopleForward Network

Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

  • Kindness creates trust and empowers authentic conversations
  • Burnout is real, self-care must be intentional
  • Every employee has a story worth understanding
  • HR must evolve into strategic, human-centered partners
  • Praise often and unexpectedly to build morale and trust

  continue reading

160 episodes

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