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

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

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

📚 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

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

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

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

1 thing I’m doing for my wellbeing this week is putting my mobile on do-not-disturb & turning off my laptop & any other screens at least two hours before I go to bed. Scrolling on social media or checking my emails late into the evening keeps my mind busy when I should be winding down. #wellbeing

Happy HR Professionals Day! Today we celebrate everyone in the people profession from HR advisors and recruiters to wellbeing champions and culture builders. Your work often goes unseen, but it makes a huge difference to employees and organisations every day. Here’s to the people behind the people!💛

My latest newsletter is out now! 🍂💌🐾🏃♀️ 📰 Check it out here - gem.godaddy.com/p/0ac95d1 🔗 Subscribe to my mailing list to stay up to date with what's going on at Katie HR Consulting and to get future newsletters and offers delivered straight to your inbox - katiehrconsulting.co.uk/sign-up #newsletter

London Marathon training is underway!🏃🐾 It’s been great to get back into a routine with Skye by my side on some of the shorter runs. To keep me focused, I’ve got a half marathon booked at the end of Oct - a perfect milestone to build towards! Check out my Justgiving page here: buff.ly/6XdDgHf

There's nothing better than coming home to find some Kindness By Post has landed on your doormat! 💌 Thank you Sam, it was a delight to come home to find this card with your lovely message inside, it has brightened my day no end 😊 @mhc-uk #kindnessbypost #randomactsofkindness #kindnessofstrangers

This or That: Workplace Culture Edition🏢 💬 Open plan office 🖥️ or private office 🚪? 💬 Team lunch 🍽️ or team away day 🏞️? 💬 Casual dress 👖 or smart dress 👔? 💬 Flexible hours ⏰ or Fixed hours 📅? No wrong answers, just the different ways we shape our working environments. Drop your choices in the comments

It’s the first day of autumn 🌿 Autumn invites us to slow down & savour the small things, a walk through crisp leaves, a cosy evening with a book, or sharing time with others. In my new blog, I share simple hygge ideas for life & work this season 🍂 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/welco... #Hygge

🤔 What does HR actually do? For many, it’s recruitment, holiday reminders, or dealing with problems. But HR is also strategy, culture, wellbeing, coaching, diversity & more, underpinning almost everything in an organisation. New blog 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/what-... #HR #PeopleProfession

👋 Last impressions count. I’ve created an Exit & Offboarding Pack Bundle with everything you need for smooth, supportive employee exits, from exit interviews to knowledge handovers. 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/resources/ol... #HRResources #Offboarding #EmployeeExperience

📚 Reading for just 6 minutes can cut stress by up to 68%. Books can calm us, shift perspectives & even spark change. Shared in a book club, they also build connection, belonging & #wellbeing at work. New blog 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/the-w... What book has changed the way you think?

One thing I’m doing for my wellbeing this week is booking a midweek coffee with a friend & fellow freelance consultant. It’s a simple thing, but taking time for connection (especially during busy weeks) keeps me grounded and energised. How are you making time for connection this week? #Wellbeing

Brilliant morning representing Action for Happiness at the Summer Fete in Darley Park as part of the Baton for Hope Derbyshire tour 🌞#wellbeing #actionforhappiness #selfcareseptember #batonofhopeuk #batonofhopederbyshire #derbyshire #derby #darleypark

🎢 Freelancing is a rollercoaster. Slow climbs. Big wins. Sudden drops. Loop-the-loops when everything happens at once. It’s rarely even-keel, but the highs far outweigh the lows. My new blog, shares what life as a freelance HR consultant really feels like. 👉

✅ A great onboarding experience = engaged, confident employees. That’s why I’ve created a new Onboarding & Induction Checklist to help you cover the essentials and give new starters the best possible welcome. 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/resources/ol... #Onboarding #EmployeeExperience #HRResources

Less than 48hrs left to join us for the autumn #KindnessByPost exchange! Head to www.kindnessbypost.org to register before 6pm on Thursday 11th September! #KindnessByPost #randomactsofkindness #kindnessofstrangers #bekind #kindnessmatters #autumnkindness

This or That: Career Development Edition 📚🚀 💬 Formal training or learning on the job? 💬 Specialist or generalist? 💬 Mentoring or coaching? 💬 Steady growth or big leaps? No wrong answers here, just the different ways we learn and grow at work. Drop your choices in the comments 👇 #ThisOrThat

📚 Today is #InternationalLiteracyDay 📚 Literacy is more than a skill, it’s a gateway to confidence, wellbeing & connection. In my new blog, I share why it matters in life and work, plus ways workplaces can support reading & learning. 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/inter... #WorkplaceCulture

📚 August Book Reads This month was all about contrasts! From heartbreak to nostalgia, I dove into: 💔 A Little Life 🧑💼 How to Be a Productivity Ninja 🎭 The Good Liar 🌻 Tin Man 💌 Sweet Sorrow More thoughts on these and my other August reads in my latest blog 👉

It's here! Registrations for the #kindnessbypost Autumn Exchange are now open 💌 #bekind #randomactsofkindness #kindnessofstrangers

This or That: Meetings Edition 📅💻 💬 In-person meeting or virtual meeting? 💬 Short and focused or long but thorough? 💬 Camera on or camera off? 💬 Agendas or free-flow discussion? Drop your choices in the comments 👇 (And yes… 'short and focused' absolutely includes finishing early!) 🏆 #ThisOrThat

💛 Self-Care September! 💛 Last night our Action for Happiness Derby Group explored simple ways to be kinder to ourselves because nobody can pour from an empty cup! 🧘♀️📚 Join us for our session next month for Optimistic October: actionforhappiness.org/groups/derby-0 #selfcare #actionforhappiness

✉️ Today is #WorldLetterWritingDay ✉️ One of my favourite ways to mark it is through Kindness By Post - sending & receiving handwritten cards with kind messages. The Autumn exchange opens 4 Sept, more in my new blog 👉 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/world... #KindnessByPost #Wellbeing #Connection

Self-Care September starts tomorrow with the latest @actionforhappiness calendar. This month there are some brilliantly thoughtful tips/ideas to support you with caring and being kind to yourself including: 💛 Aim to be good enough, rather than perfect. 💛 Let go of other people's expectations of you

As the footpaths start to crowd with leaves, schools reopening and the holidays winding down we are preparing for our autumn #KindnessByPost exchange! Stay tuned, exchange opening for registrations next week! #AutumnExchange #KindnessExchange #Kindness #KindnessWins #Community #KindnessCommunity

My latest newsletter is out now! 🌞 📰 Check it out here - gem.godaddy.com/p/695f1d1 🔗 Subscribe to my mailing list to stay up to date with what's going on at Katie HR Consulting and to get future newsletters and offers delivered straight to your inbox - katiehrconsulting.co.uk/sign-up #newsletter

After a tough setback earlier this year, I’m back 💙🏃‍♀️ London Marathon 2026 training starts next week - every mile for @alzheimerssoc. Your support means the world 👉 www.justgiving.com/page/katieor... #LondonMarathon #Fundraising #AlzheimersSociety

This or That: Workday Habits Edition 🖥️☕ Let’s settle this once and for all… No wrong answers here, just workplace preferences that make us all a little different. Drop your choices in the comments 👇 (And yes… 'music while working' absolutely includes singing along!)🎤 #ThisOrThat #WorkplaceCulture

☀️ It’s #NationalDogDay! Our Employee of the Year has nailed work-life balance this summer: 🐾 Beach walks 🐾 Sunny naps 🐾 Dog-friendly ice cream 🐾 No checking emails after hours Here’s to living life like Skye: more joy, more rest, more treats 🐶 #DogsOfBluesky #Wellbeing #WorkLifeBalance

1 thing I’m doing for my wellbeing this week = saying no without guilt. August has been busier than expected, so I said no to something else that would have stretched me too thin. Protecting my energy means I give my best to the things I do say yes to. What’s 1 thing you’re saying no to this week?

I took part in Tell Me Your HR Story, sharing my journey, values & thoughts on HR, wellbeing & inclusion. Read my full interview here: katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/tell-... If you’re in HR & want to share your story, see the details in my blog for how to get involved. #HR #PeopleProfession

Avoiding September Burnout 🍂 September often feels like a fresh start with new routines, renewed focus, & a faster pace but that sudden shift can be exhausting. In my latest blog, I share: 🦔 Why September can feel so draining 🦔 5 practical ways to protect your energy buff.ly/lyPAu46 #Wellbeing

This or That: Workplace Edition 🖥️☕ Let’s settle this once and for all… No wrong answers here, just workplace preferences that make us all a little different. Drop your choices in the comments 👇 (And yes… 'tea break' absolutely includes biscuits!) 🍪 #ThisOrThat #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement

📚 What’s Next on My TBR Pile. There’s something exciting about a to-be-read pile, a stack of new worlds, characters, & stories waiting to be discovered. In my latest blog, I’m sharing the books I can’t wait to read over the next few months. Read it here 👉

1 thing I’m doing for my wellbeing this week is having a digital declutter. I'll be decluttering my inboxes, deleting old emails & unsubscribing from newsletters I never read which makes Monday morning feel less overwhelming. What small task could you tackle today to make life easier for future you?

2-Minute Wellbeing Check-In 🕑 You can do this right now, wherever you are. There’s no 'right' answer. It’s a moment to notice how you’re doing & respond with kindness to yourself. The more we practise this, the better we get at spotting early signs of stress & taking steps to protect our wellbeing.

Culture is being built in your organisation right now. The question is, are you shaping it on purpose, or letting it form on its own? New blog: how HR can be proactive in building culture. 📖 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/from-... #HR #Culture #PeopleFirst #Leadership

Want to embed inclusion in your workplace but unsure where to start? Let’s talk strategy. 🌈 60 mins. 10% off this summer with code SUMMER10 #DEIB #InclusiveWorkplaces 🔗

📚 On Saturday it was #NationalBookLoversDay! In my new blog, I share early reading memories, how my tastes have evolved, and the books that have stayed with me. 📖A Life Measured in Chapters: The Stories That Shaped Me 👉

Happy #InternationalCatDay! 🐾 Celebrating the feline friends who make our lives a little brighter. I’m giving a special shoutout to my catnapping colleague, Charlie. While he may not be as vocal as Skye, Charlie plays a crucial role as Chief Wellbeing Officer in many of my webinars 🐱 #CatsAtWork

Feeling stuck in your career? Let’s figure out what’s next together. 60-min clarity session tailored to you. 🌞 10% off this summer with code SUMMER10 #CareerSupport #CareerCoaching 🔗

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📚 July Reads (Part 2) From Carrie Soto is Back to Five Survive, July’s reads took me through an exciting mix of genres. Find all my thoughts in the second part of my July book blog: 🔗 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/july-... #Books #ReadingRecommendations #JulyReads #BookReview

📚 July Reads (Part 1) This month, I dove into Mo Farah's Twin Ambitions, the new V. E. Schwab Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil & more! Check out my thoughts on these reads in part 1 of my July book blog: 🔗 katiehrconsulting.co.uk/blog/f/july-... #Books #ReadingList #JulyReads #BookRecommendation