Welcome to Applied HR
ap·plied - /əˈplīd/ - adjective - (of a subject or type of study) put to practical use as opposed to being theoretical.
But what do I actually do?
I have to confess: I’m an HR nerd.
But not in the way you might think. My passion isn’t just doing the deep dives, reading the legal updates, or scrolling through hot takes on LinkedIn. My north star is finding the “so what do we do about it?”
As an HR leade, I’ve seen that the theory is easy to come by. It’s the application that’s hard.
The research is one thing, but at the end of the article, you’re still left with wondering:
But what do you actually do when two of your top performers can’t get along?
How do you build a performance review system that isn’t just miserable busywork?
What does “strategic” HR actually do during a contentious Tuesday morning leadership meeting?
1. That’s why Applied HR exists.
My name is Laura, and I’m the Co-Founder and Partner of Applied Potential Solutions, an HR consulting firm built on a simple premise: potential is useless until it’s applied.
“Strategic human resources” sounds fantastic.
But what does it do?
How do you use it for the benefit of your business?
How do you become it?
It only works when you move away from the abstract.
This is where we’ll bridge the gap between potential and practice.
2. What to Expect
My goal is to deliver practical, experienced-based support that delivers results.
Here’s what you’ll get in your inbox:
Playbooks: Practical guides for building foundational HR systems-from hiring and onboarding to ethically using AI- that meet you where you are and address your needs, today.
Solutions for “Gray Area” Problems: Straightforward advice for navigating the complex, nuanced employee issues with an “AMA” chat feature to address your unique (anonymized) scenarios you send in.
Strategic Insights: A clear look at how to align your people strategy with your core business goal. I’ll also take a look at what’s happening in the world, from a regulatory and cultural perspective, and tell you what you can anticipate.
Confidence, Applied: Real-world tactics and tools to help you lead with confidence, manage difficult conversations, and build a high-performance culture.
3. Who is this for?
This community is for you if you’re a:
Business Owner or Founder trying to establish your operations and build a strong foundation.
HR Professional looking for practical solutions beyond the classroom, textbook or LinkedIn post.
People Manager who wants to confidently lead your team and handle tough situations.
Simply put, if you want real-world HR solutions that work from a 15+ year career veteran, you’re in the right place.
4. Let’s Get Started
The best way to begin is by subscribing.
And if you know another leader, manager, or HR pro who is ready to move from theory to action, please share this with them.
Welcome aboard! Let’s get to work.
