Navigating Diverse Perspectives and Echo Chambers in the HR Industry

Exploring the challenges and significance of engaging with differing viewpoints, highlighting the need to break out of echo chambers and remain open to changing perspectives in a divided world.

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Nolan and Kelli sit down with Lars Schmidt, Redefining Work podcaster, author, world of work content creator, and founder of Amplify Talent. Lars shares his journey from leading talent at NPR to establishing his voice as a creator, to founding his own advisory firm. Lars, Kelli and Nolan discuss the motivations for becoming a content creator, challenges in building a brand and community, and why in the age of AI HR practitioners need to be more selfish.*Email us your questions or topics for Kelli & Nolan: hrheretics@turpentine.co

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro

(00:26) Lars’ journey into content creation

(03:05) Transitioning to solo ventures

(05:25) Building an Empire: Writing, speaking, and more

(11:31) Importance of creating content for personal expression