Archive for August 9, 2011

7 Tips For Leaving Your HR Job

7 Tips For Leaving Your HR Job — And Creating Your Own HR Business That Serves A “Higher Purpose”


I was honored to be interviewed by Alan Collins who was VP– HR at PepsiCo who I worked with when I led HR for several different business units for the Quaker Oats Organization. Alan is now the Founder of Success in HR, Inc. and the author of the HR best seller, UNWRITTEN HR RULES. His new book, BEST KEPT HR SECRETS is now available on Amazon.

Alan and several of my closest contacts have been an absolute blessings and encouragement to my new venture- Thank You Alan and God Bless you and your work.

Here are my 7 tips- Read the article in it’s entirety here: 7 Tips For Leaving Your HR Job

1. “Be clear and specific on the HR value you provide to your clients…and stick with it.”
2. “Network with many – but take advice from a few.”
3. “Start planning and strategizing long before you get downsized or decide you want to move on.”
4. “Find your strength and build on it.”
5. “Balance your life.”
6. “Find a Church home if you don’t have one.”
7. “Find a hobby you enjoy and do it!”

What tips meant the most to you?  We would love to hear from you.  What tips have we missed?  Let us know we will include them in future articles.