Faith@Work Podcast
Faith at Work’s purpose is to inspire and equip professionals to live out their faith in the workplace, fostering unity in Christ. By sharing real-life stories and practical advice, we provide listeners with tools to integrate faith into their careers, creating a culture of Christian values and community service in the workforce
Faith@Work Podcast
Doing the Hard Things: Living Out Faith Through Leadership at Work with Jessie Hjelle
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What does it look like to live out your faith at work when conflict arises, accountability is required, and decisions aren’t easy?
In this episode of the Faith@Work Podcast, host Kelsi Timm sits down with Jessie Hjelle, Director of Human Resources at Alexandria Public Schools, to explore what it means to lead with clarity, courage, and care.
Drawing from her experience in both corporate HR and public education, Jessie shares insight on:
- Engaging conflict without avoiding it
- Practicing accountability with compassion
- Empowering others through trust and clear expectations
- Doing the hard thing when it’s the right thing
This conversation reminds us that faith at work isn’t just about what we believe — it’s revealed in how we lead, how we communicate, and how we serve others in moments that require integrity.
If you’re navigating leadership, managing people, or preparing for a difficult conversation, this episode will equip and encourage you.
Correction: During the conversation, Kelsi referenced Matthew 6 when discussing biblical guidance for handling conflict. The correct passage is Matthew 18, which outlines Jesus’ instruction for addressing conflict directly and relationally.