This episode of Solving the People Puzzle tackles the silent identity crisis facing so many in the HR community. We explore why many practitioners feel they are going backwards, struggling to be seen as the strategic advisors they aspire to be.

The conversation confronts a difficult reality: many organizations do not view their HR department as a game-changer. HR is often unfairly burdened with being the sole "gatekeeper of values and ethics" , creating a high-tension environment where the demands feel unrealistic and unsustainable.

In this episode, we delve deep into this issue with special guest Joe, Managing Director of Art of Talent and a passionate self-esteem coach. Together, they challenge the conventional wisdom that this is a skills or capability problem. Instead, Joe reveals how the path to becoming a valued strategic advisor is fundamentally rooted in self-worth, purpose, and self-esteem. This is a must-listen for any hiring professional ready to reclaim their voice, redefine their value, and make a real impact on their organization.

Connect with our guest: Learn more about Joe: https://linkly.link/2G0ZS

Show Notes & Timestamps

• 00:00:46: Meet Joe, Managing Director of Art of Talent, and learn about her three passions: building TA capability, executive search, and her mission as a self-esteem coach.
• 00:04:40: Unpacking the identity crisis in the HR community, including challenges with capability, confidence, and empowerment.
• 00:06:11: The tough question: Why are so few HR departments seen as "game-changers" that help their organizations compete?.
• 00:06:52: Is HR unfairly tasked as the "gatekeeper of values and ethics"? Joe argues this is an enormous and unfair burden.
• 00:10:30: Do HR professionals truly know what they're signing up for when they enter the profession?.
• 00:11:45: The professional dichotomy: How to navigate the identity of being a strategic business partner while being treated as a "straight service".
• 00:14:44: The impact of being constantly under-resourced, without the necessary tools or capabilities to meet modern talent demands.
• 00:20:34: The real solution to HR burnout: The power of self-regulation and rediscovering your professional purpose.
• 00:21:37: Why self-esteem is critical for challenging a hiring manager and ensuring your voice is heard.
• 00:24:28: A practical framework for self-worth: The building blocks of Celia Coburn's Self-Esteem Model are explained.
• 00:30:11: What can you do right now? Joe provides five simple, practical things you can do to regulate your nervous system and start rebuilding your foundation.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

• [00:24:28] The Self-Esteem Model by Celia Coburn: The mantra is, "I am a valuable and worthwhile human being and I hold myself in high regard". The three core pillars are a healthy relationship with yourself, competence & confidence, and boundaries & assertiveness.

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