The difference between "good at HR" and "HR leadership" How your role changes once you’re expected to think beyond execution What leadership looks like in real HR teams (not textbook versions) Where most people get stuck and how to move past it

In this AMA (ask me anything) session, employment attorney Heather Bussing will answer your questions about: Dealing with discrimination and harassment claims How to approach complaints Running fair and effective investigations Avoiding common missteps that can escalate issues

Why employees disengage so early in the employment experience The connection between payroll issues and early turnover The real cost of turnover on productivity, morale, and manager time Common onboarding mistakes that create friction Improving communication during the first 30 days Creating confidence and consistency for new hires Helping frontline employees feel connected quickly Practical ways managers can improve retention from day one

The Reality of Being an HR Team of One: What this role looks like day to day (and why it feels like too much) What to Build First: The systems, processes, and foundations that matter early on Getting Buy-In (Without Losing Your Mind): Working with founders and leadership when they don’t fully get HR Avoiding the “I’ll Fix It Later” Trap: Common shortcuts that turn into bigger problems down the line