{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The HR Warrior with Keri Ohlrich","description":"SHOW NOTES In our latest episode, HR expert Keri Ohlrich discusses the misconceptions surrounding the HR profession. Despite popular perception, Keri talks about the significant impact that a skilled HR team can have on staff and business development. People are complex, so the HR field isn\u2019t for the faint of heart. It\u2019s about finding a balance between fighting for employees and meeting the needs of the business, all while prioritizing healthy company culture.    TAKEAWAYS HR is often seen as a necessary evil for compliance purposes and not as a valuable department that can accelerate business growth.  The HR profession is complex because people aren\u2019t like machines, as arising personal and professional circumstances are impossible to predict. Pursuing a career in HR solely out of love for people can cause HR professionals to become jaded due to the excessive time spent with the \u201crule-breakers.\u201d  There are so many things that HR professionals can do to fight for employees while, at the same time, balancing the needs of the business. A skilled HR team can provide valuable insight into understanding and articulating a company's culture, both of which are crucial for attracting and retaining talent.   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST \ud83d\udd0a Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR \ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Host: Brandon Laws \ud83d\udccb In his own words: \u201cThe Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.\u201d ","author_name":"Transform Your Workplace","author_url":"http:\/\/xeniumhr.libsyn.com","html":"