In Episode 51 of the Her Resources Podcast, hosts Linda Misegadis & Cyndi Manuel welcome Shelie Gustafson, a powerhouse HR leader whose career has spanned industries, continents, and boardrooms. Shelie opens up about the evolving role of HR, the importance of clarity in purpose, and how HR professionals can balance influence, responsibility, and self-care.

You’ll learn:

• Why HR’s purpose is to accelerate business strategy and elevate the employee experience.

• The difference between “supporting” leaders and truly partnering with them.

• Practical strategies for energy management, resilience, and work-life integration.

• Insights for aspiring HR leaders aiming for the C-suite.

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• Introduction (00:00)

• Leading with heart in HR (02:30)

• Shelie’s background & career highlights (04:35)

• HR’s purpose defined (08:12)

• Partnering with senior leaders (11:00)

• The weight and honor of HR responsibility (13:50)

• Protecting personal energy (18:30)

• Habits & boundaries for resilience (21:30)

• Work-life integration insights (24:20)

• Micro-habits & energy renewal (27:20)

• Leadership modeling & boundaries (31:05)

• Advice for depleted HR professionals (33:50)

• Shelie’s path into HR (36:40)

• Rotations and career development (41:10)

• How leaders can support HR (43:40)

• Preparing for senior HR leadership (46:00)

• Final reflections & closing (49:25)