HR Like a Boss Empathy and Community: The New Face of HR | HR Like a Boss with Ari Gunzburg

In this episode of the HR Like a Boss podcast, John Bernatovicz welcomes Ari Gunzburg, a corporate speaker and author, to discuss the intersection of human resources and impactful speaking engagements. They explore Ari's journey into the HR community, the importance of purpose in HR, and the evolving role of human resources in fostering empathy and support within organizations. Ari shares personal experiences, including a charity bike ride for children with cancer, highlighting the significance of community and purpose in both personal and professional realms. In this conversation, John Bernatovicz and Ari Gunzburg explore the multifaceted role of HR in organizations, emphasizing the importance of empathy, humor, and strategic thinking in employee relations. Ari shares his personal journey from adversity to becoming a speaker and author, detailing his five keys to greatness: giving, having purpose, engaging, maintaining a positive mindset, and being tenacious. The discussion also highlights the significance of incremental changes in personal growth and the importance of holding on to hope during challenging times.

ABOUT ARI GUNZBURG

Award-winning speaker Ari Gunzburg inspires audiences to face challenges head-on. From losing his family's belongings in a devastating fire, to his business falling apart during COVID, to the sudden death of a teacher while hiking as a child, Ari embraces life's obstacles, showing how a positive mindset can transform adversity into growth. Ari has done the extraordinary, simply by believing it was possible, from producing a 2 hour movie in 2 weeks to bringing a pet frog 'back to life' as a child. Ari uses captivating stories and unstoppable energy to empower your audience to embrace setbacks, build resilience, and unlock their human potential.