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Dear HR Diary - The Unfiltered Truth You Wish They Taught in Management School
Welcome to "Dear HR Diary," the unfiltered truth you wish they taught in management school. This podcast hosted by, ME, Dawn Hart, a seasoned HR and management professional with over 28 years of experience in the corporate world. Join me and some fantastic guests on a thrilling journey through the trenches of human resources and management, where expertise meets snark, sass, and a plethora of captivating stories.
Drawing from my extensive background in various industries, I will bring you a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the workplace. Each episode is a rollercoaster ride filled with humorous anecdotes, jaw-dropping tales, and invaluable insights. Whether you're an HR professional, a manager trying to decode the complexities of office dynamics, or simply someone who appreciates a good story, this podcast is your go-to destination.
I love to apply my wealth of experience and some valuable tips to the "Dear HR Diary" podcast by diving deep into the nitty-gritty of HR, revealing the human side of human resources and the managing side of managing people. Expect laughter, enlightenment, and a healthy dose of snark and sass. Subscribe now and tune in to uncover the secrets, strategies, and scandals of the corporate world, all narrated with my fun, and sassy signature style. Your weekly dose of HR and management brilliance awaits!
Dear HR Diary - The Unfiltered Truth You Wish They Taught in Management School
S. 2 Ep-13: Boundaries, Bias & Bold HR with Katherine McCord
This week on Dear HR Diary, Dawn Hart sits down with the unapologetically bold and brilliantly insightful Katherine McCord—a speaker, entrepreneur, and fierce advocate for inclusive innovation in HR. Together, they dive into a conversation that every HR pro, leader, and employee needs to hear: the truth about how HR is perceived, the power of boundaries, and the vital importance of honoring your personal limits.
Forget the outdated image of HR as the “fun police”—Katherine shares how HR can (and should) be a force for empowerment, clarity, and humanity in the workplace. We also talk real-life tips for setting boundaries without guilt, why respecting your own capacity is a radical act of self-leadership, and how to navigate those blurry lines between helping and enabling.
💥 This episode is for anyone who's ever felt drained, stretched too thin, or misunderstood in their role. Spoiler alert: Setting boundaries is not just self-care—it’s smart leadership.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- 👀 Why HR still gets a bad rap—and what we can do to change the narrative
- 🚧 How boundaries create psychological safety and prevent burnout
- 🧠 The connection between personal limitations and professional excellence
- ❤️🔥 The difference between being helpful and becoming someone’s emotional sponge
- 📣 How to advocate for yourself without burning bridges
Links & Resources:
- Connect with Katherine McCord on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-mccord-093bb343/
- Learn more about her work at Titan Management: https://www.linkedin.com/company/titan-management-usa/posts/?feedView=all
- Follow Dear HR Diary for more unfiltered HR truth-telling
🔥 If this episode lit a fire under you, please subscribe, rate, and share with your favorite boundary-loving colleague. HR deserves better—and so do you.
Connect with Dawn:
Website: www.managewithhart.com
Instagram: @managewithhart