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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · Dec 5

Katie HR Consulting can support you with all your HR needs.

Let's have a chat about how I can help with your HR requirements 🙂

#hr #freelancer #hrconsultant #mentoring #coaching #business #newventure #employeeengagement #employeeexperience #culture #diversityandinclusion

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 1d

October reads wrapped up! 📚

From Kristin Hannah’s Fly Away & The Four Winds to Lucy Foley’s The Midnight Feast and J.D. Kirk’s Halloween-perfect thrillers, this month had emotion, escapism & a few surprises.

Full blog post here 👉 buff.ly/ssOFu3k
#OctoberReads #BookLovers #ReadingCommunity

October Book Reads

As the nights have drawn in and the evenings have turned colder, October has been the perfect month for curling up with a good book (or several!). It’s been another brilliant mix of emotional,…

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 3d

It’s New Ways November with @actionforhappiness 🌱
A month to be curious, creative, and try something different.
🧩 New approach to a problem
☕ Catch up with someone new
🚶♀️ Take a different route
Small changes = big impact 💛
#NewWaysNovember #Wellbeing

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 4d

🎃 The October Katie HR Consulting newsletter is out now!
Kindness, connection & a hint of Halloween 🧡
Read it here 👉 buff.ly/C8npDiO
#Newsletter #Wellbeing #HRWithHeart

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 6d

This or That: Values Edition 💫💚

Let’s see where the majority stands…

No wrong answers, just the values that guide how we live and work.

Drop your choices in the comments 👇

#ThisOrThat #ValuesAtWork #AuthenticLeadership #HRWithHeart

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 7d

🕸️ Ghouls, Hills & Half-Marathon Thrills! 🏃
London Marathon 2026 training is officially underway! Sunday’s Worksop Halloween Half was a tough but joyful run, boosted by brilliant volunteers! 🎃💪
Raising funds for @alzheimerssoc every bit of support means the world 💙
🔗 buff.ly/CefXtgl
#LondonMarathon

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 8d

Mentoring has shaped my career in so many ways, both being mentored and mentoring others.
💡 Mentors = sounding boards, advisors, champions.
🌱 Mentees = inspiration, fresh perspectives, growth.
Read more in my blog👇
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#NationalMentoringDay #Mentoring

National Mentoring Day: Celebrating the Power of Mentorship

On 27th October, it's National Mentoring Day, a day that champions all forms of mentoring across all sectors and highlights the importance of giving everyone the opportunity to reach their full…

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 11d

Feelgood Friday ☀️
Small moments, big impact.
A laugh, a thank you, a crisp autumn walk.
What’s lifted your week? 💛
#FeelgoodFriday #PositiveVibes

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 12d

It's Menopause Awareness Month but awareness alone isn’t enough.
A truly supportive workplace is menopause-confident: informed, inclusive & empathetic every day of the year. Read my latest blog for simple, practical steps to make it happen💜
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#MenopauseAwarenessMonth #WellbeingAtWork

Beyond Awareness: Building Menopause-Confident Workplaces

October is Menopause Awareness Month, a reminder that we need to continue breaking the silence and stigma surrounding menopause at work. Over recent years, awareness has grown significantly. Many…

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 13d

This or That: HR Consultant Edition 🗂️💬

Let’s see where the majority stands…

No wrong answers, just the different ways we shape, support, and strengthen workplaces.

Drop your choices in the comments 👇

#ThisOrThat #HRConsultantLife #PeopleProfession #HRWithHeart

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 15d

🎃 Mindful Halloween at work! 👻 Keep it fun, inclusive & stress-free.
Read more on my blog 👉 buff.ly/tPm7CGu
Download a Mindful Halloween Checklist with tips for managers and HR teams to make the most of seasonal celebrations 👉 buff.ly/IuQgM3U
#MindfulHalloween #WorkplaceWellbeing #HRWithHeart

Spooky but Stress-Free: Mindful Halloween in the Workplace

Halloween seems to grow in popularity every year. When I was a child we barely registered Halloween and trick or treating just wasn't something that children did. As I've grown older Halloween seems…

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 19d

Do your personal values align with your workplace? Not the ones on the wall, but the ones that really matter to you?

When values clash, it can impact wellbeing, motivation, and engagement. Read my latest blog on Value Alignment here: buff.ly/QoS9cuq

#WorldValuesDay #ValuesForTheFuture #Wellbeing

World Values Day: Are Your Values in Alignment?

On 16th October, it's World Values Day, an annual campaign encouraging us to recognise, reflect on, and act upon the values that guide our lives. Values are the things that matter most to us. They…

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 20d

This or That: Wellbeing Edition 🌿💚

Let’s see where the majority stands…

No wrong answers, just the different ways we recharge and take care of ourselves.

Drop your choices in the comments 👇

#ThisOrThat #WorkplaceWellbeing #EmployeeWellbeing #HRWithHeart

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 21d

When was the last time you did nothing? Not scrolled. Not multitasked. Not planned the next thing, just stopped.
☕ Read my latest blog: katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/the-a...

#Wellbeing #Rest #Reflection #Mindfulness #HRWithHeart

The Art of Doing Nothing (and Why It’s So Hard)

When was the last time you truly did nothing? Not multitasked, not scrolled through social media feeds on your phone, not mentally planned tomorrow’s to-do list, but actually paused, allowed your…

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 21d

Join my #IAmRemarkable workshop this Thursday (16 Oct, 2–3.30pm BST) a session to help you recognise your achievements, challenge self-doubt & celebrate what makes you remarkable. 🌟

Be quick: the last place won’t last long!
👉 buff.ly/vdOdRxm

#Confidence #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth

#IAmRemarkable Workshop

#IAmRemarkable is a global movement that empowers everyone, including underrepresented groups, to celebrate their achievements.

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 22d

One thing I’m doing for my wellbeing this week is making time to call a friend I haven’t spoken to in a while ☎️💚.

Who could you reach out to this week?

#Wellbeing #WorkplaceWellbeing #HRWithHeart #connection

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The Mental Health Collective @mhc-uk.bsky.social · 24d

This #WorldMentalHealthDay we're celebrating the end of our autumn #KindnessByPost exchange which saw so many embers burning across the country!
We are truly grateful for the support, energy and grace which is shared across the exchange!

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 26d

Bring a little more hope & positivity into your workday! 💡
Download my free checklist: Realistic Optimism at Work and try simple, actionable steps to boost resilience & team morale: katiehrconsulting.co.uk/resources/ol...
#EmployeeEngagement #RealisticOptimism #HRTools

FREE: Realistic Optimism at Work - Quick Checklist

This practical checklist is designed to help you bring hope, positivity, and resilience into your workday without ignoring the challenges you face. Whether you’re an individual looking to boost your…

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 26d

Optimism at work isn’t about ignoring challenges, it’s about staying hopeful & grounded. 🌟
Check out my latest blog for practical ways to foster realistic optimism for you & your team: katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/boost...
#Optimism #WorkplaceWellbeing #HRWithHeart

Boost Team Morale with Realistic Optimism at Work

It's 'Optimistic October' (Action for Happiness, 2025) but optimism often gets a bad rap in the workplace, it can sound fluffy or unrealistic. Realistic optimism is different. It’s about maintaining...

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 27d

This or That: Employee Engagement Edition 🤝🌟

Let’s see where the majority stands…

No wrong answers, just the different ways we feel valued and connected at work.

Drop your choices in the comments 👇

#ThisOrThat #EmployeeEngagement #WorkplaceCulture #HRWithHeart

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 28d

Many employees seem fine but inside, they’re running on empty. This quiet cracking often leads to disengagement or even quiet quitting. Hidden burnout affects productivity, engagement & retention. Learn how leaders can spot it early 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/quiet...

#EmployeeWellbeing

Quiet Cracking: Spotting Hidden Burnout Before It Hits

Burnout isn’t always visible. Many employees continue performing at work while struggling internally, this is now often referred to as 'quiet cracking'. Unlike more obvious stress, this hidden strain…

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · 29d

One thing I’m doing for my wellbeing this week is practising a 5 minute guided mindfulness session first thing each morning.

Do you practise mindfulness or have another morning ritual?

#Wellbeing #WorkplaceWellbeing #HRWithHeart #mindfulness

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · Oct 3

📚 September Reads: murder behind the curtains, coal mining history, Scottish crime, classics, perfectionism, art & more!
Full reviews on the blog 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/septe...

#BookReads #ReadingLife #BookRecommendations #Fiction #NonFiction

September Book Reads

September has seen a great mix of crime, classics, social history, and a bit of self-reflection in my reading pile. Here’s what I got through this month:

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Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · Oct 2

For #WorldMentalHealthDay💜 I’m opening my diary for 2 virtual 30min Tea & Talk sessions (2pm & 4pm on 9th October) ☕💚 - a relaxed space to catch up, chat, or just take a moment for yourself. Comment below or drop me a DM if you'd like to join a session
#teaandtalk #connect #mentalhealth

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · Oct 1

I always love the October calendar from @ActionforHappiness which is all about building & maintaining optimism and hope 😊
The calendar contains brilliant tips for taking realistic, optimistic action this month.
"Choose to be optimistic. It feels better." - Dalai Lama

Katie HR Consulting @katiehrconsulting.bsky.social · Sep 30

Two major wellbeing reports landed in September 👇

📊 CIPD Health & Wellbeing at Work 2025
📊 Robertson Cooper Good Day at Work 2025

I’ve created two FREE 2-page summaries to make the findings easily accessible. Head to the Resources section of my website to download them: buff.ly/8S4Vgyu