Being the people’s advocate at times means that you have to be the voice of reason. This means that sometimes you will have to take the unpopular stance, and be the one that asks, “what are the implications if we do or don’t do this?”. HR is about treating people fair so they respect you, not about trying to be “liked”.

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"The biggest skill we need to learn is how to collaborate with technology. I do not refer to using technology, but rather to the ability to see technology as a value-adding partner in productivity."

- Dr. Dieter Veldsman

Learning

"HR professionals should view their work not as mere resource management but as a catalyst for personal and professional growth. HR professionals can foster a culture that values and nurtures each employee’s unique abilities. By doing so, they contribute to organizational success and the fulfillment and empowerment of individuals within the workforce."

- Dr. Dieter Veldsman

Leadership

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"The greatest strength lies in vulnerability."

- Beauty and the Beast

Courage

"Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear."

- Mark Twain

Courage

"I am learning every day to allow the space between where I am and where I want to be to inspire me and not terrify me."

- Tracee Ellis Ross

Courage

"If your dreams don’t scare you, they’re not big enough."

- Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Courage

"Courage, dear heart."

- C.S. Lewis

Courage