High on HR

While you may often see him joking around on LinkedIn, Adam Karpiak is an example of someone who is also using the platform for the power of good. Recently I had the chance to catch up with Adam on his most popular initiative, the 3rd Annual LinkedIn Holiday Toy Drive

HR Industry, Rants and Raves, Workplace Communication

You Can’t Afford to Sugarcoat HR

October 30, 2019October 30, 2019 Highonhr

There's nothing wrong with being an optimist, but we also need to be clear, honest and direct when communicating with others.

Culture & Engagement, Workplace Well-Being

‘Tis the Season for Seasonal Affective Disorder

October 12, 2019October 13, 2019 Highonhr

Seasonal Affective Disorder (also known as Seasonal Depression) is a type of depression that occurs in a cyclical or seasonal pattern, typically during the darker months of winter

HR Industry, Millennials in the Workplace, Updates

Here’s to 30

October 11, 2019October 13, 2019 Highonhr

To commemorate my ascent into the next decade, I asked my friends and colleagues to share their best life/career advice--here's what they had to say

Culture & Engagement, HR Industry, Rants and Raves

“No Touching!” A Few Thoughts on Bodily Autonomy in the Workplace

September 25, 2019May 11, 2022 Highonhr

Listen—I really don't care if you hug one another in the workplace; there are even some benefits to physical touch in a work environment. What I do have an issue with is when that type of intimacy becomes forced or even potentially non-consensual.