Tackling your first human resources leadership role can be daunting; even scary sometimes! All of the HR strategies and knowledge that you have gathered over the years are put to the test. In this session, I’ll share with you my HR journey: from how my Bachelor of Arts in Literature and MBA impact my success in HR, to how I made the move from operations to human resources leadership. You'll also hear about the top 3 mistakes that I see HR leaders make in their first year (and how to avoid them!). Last, you will leave this session with 3 practical strategies that you can implement right away to align you professional goals with you personal style, as well as continue to maximize success across the board in your HR department.