I Hate It Here S11 E1: HR’s Ins and Outs (and What We’re Officially Done Tolerating) with Jessica Winder
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Jan 12, 2026 Join Jessica Winder, a candid HR expert, as she dives into the evolving landscape of human resources. Discover why retiring outdated practices, like annual reviews, is essential for effective feedback. Jessica advocates for clear skills expectations and emphasizes the importance of narrative feedback over numeric ratings. They also tackle the role of AI as a supportive tool, discuss the risks of poor management, and encourage transparency around pay. Prepare for a refreshing take on what HR should embrace and what needs to go!
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Relearning Self After Pregnancy And Motherhood
- Jessica Winder shared she's retracing her identity after extended pregnancy and new motherhood.
- She plans to focus on punctuality, softness, and rediscovering personal goals this year.
Ditch The Annual Review For Regular Feedback
- Replace annual theatrical reviews with more frequent, lower-stakes check-ins like biannual or quarterly conversations.
- Use narrative feedback over numeric ratings to make feedback fairer and more actionable.
Make Skills And Success Explicit
- Define skills and competencies clearly and map what good looks like at each level for every function.
- Use role kickoffs with 30/60/90 day success expectations to align hiring, interviewing, and onboarding.
