{"id":45391,"date":"2022-09-08T13:28:04","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T03:28:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-328533-4778250.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=45391"},"modified":"2022-09-08T13:31:09","modified_gmt":"2022-09-08T03:31:09","slug":"kath-harris-global-human-resources-executive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balancethegrind.co\/interviews\/kath-harris-global-human-resources-executive\/","title":{"rendered":"Balancing the Grind with Kath Harris, Global Human Resources Executive"},"content":{"rendered":"
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An insightful, supportive and dynamic change agent, Kath\u2019s trusted and tailored approach puts progressive solutions into place and practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Learn about the daily routines of some of the most successful people in the world. Sign up to our newsletter today<\/a> & receive a free gift that will help you achieve your goals!<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1) To kick things off, could you tell us a little about your career background and current role?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve worked closely with CEO\u2019s, managers and teams for over 25 years in HR \/ People and Culture teams. I have really enjoyed the challenges and opportunities I\u2019ve received and am very grateful to have learnt so much from the amazing people that I\u2019ve had the privilege of working with<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I help others to grow, by enabling and empowering people to realise their own potential and shine in their careers. I do this by developing relationships, sharing my skills, knowledge and experience to help make organisations a great place to jump out of bed in the morning and come to – in person or now virtually!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I had my family I took a one year off work with each of my kids which I\u2019m very grateful for and spent this time adjusting to this new phase of life. Returning to the workforce I wanted flexibility and decided to try HR consulting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This was really different to the corporate world  and I found working closely with business owners and CEO\u2019s really rewarding and due to the size of the businesses that I could make a real difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My current role is working in my own human resource consulting business where I partner with and help clients across different industries and company sizes. I love being able to use the knowledge, skills and experience that I\u2019ve gained over my career to help businesses to grow and thrive by focusing on their people, their most important asset. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2) What does a day in your life look like for you? Can you take us through a recent workday?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Each day can look a little different and I love having variety and flexibility. One day can look like getting up early for the morning kids routine off to school, with a 7km walk and stop at my local coffee shop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another day I\u2019m heading to get the train into the city to spend time with clients and coworking with startups and people in my network.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

My work day involves supporting and partnering with clients via telephone, virtually or face to face. I can be working through a complex people related issue or developing programs that can include employee engagement, leadership development, onboarding and offboarding, performance management and the list goes on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3) What does work-life balance mean to you and how do you work to achieve that goal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I think most of us would agree that work and life aren\u2019t separate so it’s a balance across all areas of life and that can be very different for everyone. Work is an important part of my world, gives me purpose and I love helping to make a difference in other peoples lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Equally spending time with family, friends, and space for myself is important for the balance I need to keep healthy mentally and physically. I feel most balanced when I have structure and routine in my day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4) In the past 12 months, have you started or stopped any routines or habits to change your life?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m a people person and feel energized and motivated when I\u2019m around others. Being in lockdown and not being able to connect physically with others and my community was a huge challenge for me. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spending most of my time behind a screen became exhausting and really highlighted that I needed not only more time outdoors out in nature but importantly that I\u2019m back working face to face with a balance of remote working. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I started making sure that while I loved time to myself and the balance of working in a hybrid situation that scheduling social catch ups and time with others was essential for my health. I really missed the office kitchen conversations and lockdown highlighted to me the value of these relationships as there seemed to be such an emphasis on working and being productive. There was little down time to just chat about your weekend or recent holiday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5) Do you have any favourite books, podcasts or newsletters that you’d like to recommend?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n