Welcome to Episode 1 of our enlightening five-part series, 'HR: The Good, the Bad, and the Potential.' Dive into our first episode, 'HR: Then and Now, an Illuminating Education,' where we unravel the evolving landscape of Human Resources—from its administrative roots to its current significance as a strategic business partner.

Join hosts Shaniqua Brown and Stephanie Crain and our distinguished guest, , a seasoned HR expert with over 27 years in the field. In this episode, Prudence shares profound insights on how - is pivotal for . We delve into HR's transformation, challenging the often negative portrayal seen in viral media and illustrating its true potential as a cornerstone of corporate success.

This episode isn't just a historical overview; it's a forward-looking perspective on how HR impacts workplace culture and influences executive decisions. Listeners will gain valuable insights into HR's strategic role, understand its deep-rooted functions, and discover how it shapes every aspect of employee experience.

. Learn why Human Resources can be a formidable ally in fostering workplace excellence and driving company growth when embraced and executed with dedication.

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Prudence Pitter is an executive with 27+ years of Human Resource leadership across several industries. In addition to her HR and consulting experience, she previously served as an Adjunct Professor of HR, for 9+ years. She is currently a Board Member and volunteers her time to help junior HR professionals. Her passion is delivering leadership development presentations to business leaders while also inspiring alignment of people practices to business priorities while keeping the employee experience as a key focus. Prudence enjoys writing about HR trends, and influencing leadership behaviors that enhance the employee experience.

Episode Sources:

The history of HR in the US

100 Year History of HR

The History of HRM