Name: How Anthony Howard Found Passion in Representing the Underrepresented in HR
Uploaded: 2023-05-24T16:00:02+00:00
Duration: 25 min 34 s
Description: Join us in this inspiring episode of The Blacklist as we explore the remarkable journey of HR expert Anthony Howard. He shares his unique path, from aspiring to be a teacher to becoming a strategic bu

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Join us in this inspiring episode of The Blacklist as we explore the remarkable journey of HR expert Anthony Howard. He shares his unique path, from aspiring to be a teacher to becoming a strategic business partner, highlighting the crucial role of HR in supporting a company's strategy. As "that HR guy," Anthony represents underrepresented individuals in the industry, recognizing the significance of HR as the gateway of experiences for those who choose Corporate America as their way of life.

00:00 - Intro
00:13 - Who is Anthony Howard
00:33 - Representing the underrepresented HR.
00:56 - "Empowering corporate America diversity."
01:18 - Impact not worth the cost.
01:48 - Failed out with 0.8 GPA.
02:18 - "Fell into corporate via customer service."
02:50 - Upscaling HR through teaching.
03:14 - Teaching kids versus adults.
03:44 - Adults need intrinsic motivation.
04:09 - "Embrace and enjoy growing up."
04:39 - Learning and growing forever.
05:15 - "Grow by being uncomfortable."
05:28 - Grow mindset for self and others.
05:57 - HR supports organizational success.
06:25 - People, tasks, timing, HR.
06:47 - "Increase bottom line through people focus"
07:29 - "Attack space from two angles"
07:41 - Hire, Fire, Interview, Attract.
08:15 - Passion for people driving business results.
09:20 - Prioritize company over bias.
09:43 - "Increase bottom line, engage clients: COVID."
10:14 - Adapt to new markets, inclusion is key.
11:10 - Inclusive culture beyond one facet.
11:35 - Inclusive HR principles for all.
12:18 - Retiring to become an entrepreneur.
12:51 - Address politically charged environment.
13:13- "Treat employees with respect."
13:41 - Equal opportunity for all.
14:02 - "Many certifications, many surprises."
14:15 - Supporting teams, win-win situation.
15:15 - "Next Gen: Vocal, Prioritized, Supported."
15:34 - No job security: accept it.
15:58 - Owning your own destiny.
16:11 - Loyalty Shattered by Layoffs
16:38 - Corporate identity for loyalty, retention.
16:58 - Losing self in corporate America.
17:18 - Unlock hidden potential through trauma.
17:39 - Loyalty to company, retain identity.
18:03 - Surprising people, being self.
18:32 - Energetic HR presence surprises all.
18:50 - Embrace failure for growth.
19:10 - HR varies by company culture.
19:36 - HR varies by organization.
19:51 - HR: Business Partner, Mental Health Professional.
20:28 - Progressive HR research required.
20:57 - Protecting employees from CEO.
21:27 - HR works for employees' benefit.
21:48 - Values not practiced by executive.
22:15 - "Understand organizational climate, HR certified."
22:56 - Maximizing HR for success.
23:29 - Strategic business partners in large orgs.
23:43 - Provide feedback in both directions.
24:19 - "Strategy through people: follow me!"
24:50 - Anthony Howard on TikTok & LinkedIn.
25:14 - Ending