My Friend in HR
Welcome to the "My Friend In HR", the podcast where we make Human Resources accessible for everyone! Hosted by Njsane Courtney, a seasoned HR executive, this podcast is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about workplace policies, practices, and culture.
But this podcast isn't just for HR professionals - it's for anyone who wants to improve their workplace experience and be a better employee. We'll feature interviews with HR leaders, managers, and even regular employees to give you a well-rounded perspective on the world of work.
In each episode, we'll dive into a different HR topic and break it down in a way that's easy to understand, with practical tips and advice that you can apply to your own work life. We'll cover everything from how to handle difficult conversations with your boss or co-workers, to navigating tricky HR policies like vacation time and sick leave.
So whether you're a seasoned HR pro or a newcomer to the field, or even if you're just curious about what HR is all about, join us as we learn and grow together. Let's be friends in HR!
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My Friend in HR
Latest Episodes
Interview Edition: The War for Talent Is Over. Here's Who Won. ft. Jim Link, SHRM CHRO
The talent market feels calmer on the surface, but the real shift is deeper: after the pandemic, people rewrote their relationship with work, and companies were forced to take human capital management seriously. I’m joined by Jim Link, Chief Hu...
Why Toxic Employees Keep Their Jobs
One person can hit every target and still poison the room and the worst part is that keeping them can look “logical” on a spreadsheet. We dig into the real reasons toxic employees stay employed, from the at-will employment myth to the HR docume...
Salary Negotiation Part 2: The Exact Words to Say (And When to Shut Up)
You interviewed 10 times. You've been waiting by your phone for days. Then the recruiter finally calls—you got the job! Your heart is racing, you're thrilled, and they're giving you the offer right now. What do you say? Do you accept on the spo...
Salary Negotiation Part 1: Why You're Afraid to Ask (And Why You Shouldn't Be)
By not negotiating your starting salary, you could be walking away from over $500,000 in lifetime earnings. But 70% of professionals never even try—because they're terrified the offer will be pulled.In this episode, I'm pulling ba...
Underpaid & Micromanaged? 5 Steps to Change Your Career NOW (2026 Exit Plan)
Are You Building an Exit Strategy or Just Surviving Until Friday?If Monday mornings fill you with dread, your micromanager questions every move, and you KNOW you're underpaid by at least $20K but feel paralyzed to do ...
