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15 HR Influencers to Follow - The Influence Agency

15 HR Influencers To Follow

Last Updated

Originally Published

June 21, 2024

Author

Marta Gongos

HR Manager

Ready to dive into the future of work? These HR influencers are leading the charge! With technology reshaping our world, these prominent HR practitioners are using their broad online reach to speak up for workers and inspire better workplaces. From boosting employee well-being to celebrating diversity, they’re sparking positive change left and right.

Get in the know and snag some career tips and more by hitting that follow button for these top HR influencers!

1.  Erin McGoff | @erinmcgoff

The workplace can be tricky, and looking for career advice isn’t always easy. Good thing your internet big sis is here to offer her thoughts and HR hacks on how you can move forward.

Behind #AdviceWithErin is the award-winning documentary filmmaker, director, and editor Erin McGoff. She gained popularity in 2021 after creating relatable and easily digestible career advice, garnering millions of views on TikTok and Instagram.

Catch more of Erin on her new YouTube show, No One Knows What They’re Doing.

2.  Amy Lentz | @hackyourhr

@hackyourhr control how other people perceive you - talk about the commitments you make to yourself (and keep). it strengthens your personal brand, executive presence, and perception of your being respectable, reliable, and trustworthy. #hackyourhr // also darren is @darrlau on IG and evan is @Evan Wesley ♬ original sound - Amy | Hack Your HR

Want to learn how you can kickstart your career? Follow Amy Lentz, Chief People Officer at TOMS. With an impressive list of experiences, she uses @hackyourhr to help her followers navigate their work lives.

From which tools to use when brainstorming with a hybrid team to simply knowing what to wear to a conference, Amy is an HR influencer who can guide you through everything. She also shares free resources you can use to get ahead in your career!

3.  Claire Benjamin | @missclairebenjamin

@missclairebenjamin 🚨Handling the “passive aggressive” one 👇 🧠 Being on the receiving end of passive aggressive communication like sarcasm, eye rolling, sulky/ moody behaviour can get infuriating as a manager. We often just want to know what the issue is so we can address it and instead it can feel like mind games. 💡 Seeing passive aggressive communication in a different way can be really helpful and encourage us to approach it differently. Passive aggressive communication often stems from a fear of conflict and an inability to communicate concerns and needs directly. 👉 Although it’s best to avoid it- we can all be guilty of passive aggressive communication from time to time because we’re all human! 🚫 When you’re a manager on the receiving end of passive aggressive communication avoid the temptation to “tell them off” and show your frustration. This will perpetuate it. ▶️ Instead try to create safety and openness through the way you bring yourself. This often encourages people to become more open. Phrases like “I know you’re saying you’re ok but the way you’re saying it is telling me otherwise. Can you tell me what’s wrong otherwise we can’t address whatever the issue is and I’d like to” ▶️ In a respectful way you can also set expectations. “Sometimes people are going to say or do things that annoy us. I’d like us and everyone in the team to talk about these things when they arise so they don’t become bigger issues” 🔥 As a manager modelling direct, respectful and empathetic communication can help someone who uses passive aggressive behaviours to open up and become more direct. You’ve got this 💪 #worktips #leadershipdevelopment #communicationskills #corporatelife #emotionalintelligence #managertips #difficultconversations #difficultpeople #managingpeople #passiveaggressive #careerdevelopment ♬ original sound - Claire | Work people tips

Claire shares useful work people tips, helping her audience navigate challenges in the workplace—which is why she’s amassed a huge following on both her Instagram and TikTok. Using her qualifications, including her Master’s degree in Leadership, she creates relatable skits that educate her audience, from talent management to the best ways to approach any concern or issues at work.

4.  Veronica Sargeant | @peopleculturecollective

We all need a laugh at what happens at work sometimes and you can bet your #HRgirlie, Veronica delivers. From her hilarious exit interview skits to more serious tips in the HR industry, Veronica is undoubtedly one of the top HR influencers to follow.

5.  Vicky | @vicky.hr

One of the best HR influencers to follow on TikTok, Vicky is an HR professional with a decade of experience. She creates light-hearted yet beneficial content on her TikTok and Instagram, where her followers get a view of situations from an HR perspective.

Aside from being a content creator, Vicky is also a career coach. She’s passionate about what she does, tagging herself as an HR enthusiast. So, whether it’s the latest HR technology or the future of work, you can rely on your HR friend Vicky to help you be in the know.

6.  Anna Papalia | @anna..papalia

@anna..papalia 3 Impressive Questions to Ask During any Job Interview 3-Why is the position open? If it’s new, ask them why. Did they get new clients or a new project? Or perhaps the incumbent got promoted, then ask them what that person did so well. 2-Aside from technical skills and the job description, what are some soft skills that would make someone successful in this position? 1-What are some projects that you’re currently working on? PRO TIP, Don’t wait till the end of the interview to ask questions. Ask questions throughout the interview. It will fell more conversational and you will look prepared and interested. #interviewpreparation #howtogethired #questionstoaskinajobinterview #interviewquestionsandanswers #corppratejob #howtobeconfident #careercoachforwomen ♬ original sound - Anna Papalia

CEO of Interviewology and career influencer Anna Papalia has over 1.9 million followers across her social media platforms. She’s also an author who has written her upcoming book Interviewology: The New Science of Interviewing, where she shares that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to interviewing. So, if you need help with how to do interviews better, follow Anna and good luck!

7.  Josh Bersin | @bersincompany

Meet Josh Bersin, the Founder and CEO of The Josh Bersin Company. With an impressive resume and a rich history in HR, it’s no wonder he’s regularly featured in top publications like Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and HR Executive. With almost a million LinkedIn followers, Josh is an HR industry vet, exploring everything from business leadership and recruiting to HR tech and beyond.

If you find yourself attending an HR technology conference or any HR event, there’s a good chance you’ll see Josh as the keynote speaker!

8.  Hebba Youssef

In the words of Hebba Youssef, “Life is too short for bad work cultures.” So don’t be surprised that she’s writing the burn book for HR teams. As the Chief People Officer at Workweek and creator of I Hate it Here, Hebba provides her followers with real talk and fun HR memes (and it’s on her LinkedIn page, too!)

9.  Kathleen Hogan

Kathleen Hogan

Image source: Microsoft

If there’s one thing you can say about Kathleen, it’s that she has an absolutely stacked resume. She has been working for 21 years and counting at Microsoft and has been their Chief People Officer for nine. Talk about being a #girlboss!

So, whether it’s talent management, talent acquisition, corporate HR, or the entire HR profession, you can count on Kathleen to give the best and most experienced insights. With nearly 150k followers on LinkedIn, Kathleen is definitely an HR leader to follow.

10.  Claude Silver | @claudesilver

Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia, Claude Silver, leads with a heart. Claiming herself as an emotional optimist, coach, manager, and mentor, Claude is passionate about building a better company culture and helping people have the best career experience possible. Her dedication to uplifting others truly sets her apart.

For more of Claude, you can check out her podcast, Emotional Optimism: Living The Silver Lining.

11.  David Green | @david_green_uk

  David Green

Image source: David Green

David Green, co-author of Excellence in People Analytics and Executive Director at Insight222, is the go-to expert for transforming human resource management through wise and ethical use of people analytics. He has a knack for helping organizations, including Fortune 100 files, and enhance their HR practices through data-driven HR insights.

Looking for that and more? David Green is your guy!

12.  David Rice | People Managing People

David Rice

Image source: People Managing People

Senior Editor and Host of People Managing People, David Rice, is another HR influencer to follow.

With a passion for the HR industry, David specializes in HR technology, talent management, and more. On his podcast, you can find him conducting interviews with HR professionals as they build the future of work.

13.  Leigh, Jamie, and Ashley | HR Besties

Sit with the #HRbesties, experienced HR professionals Leigh, Jamie, and Ashley, as they dish out all things human resources! Expect plenty of aha! moments and a fun time listening to these HR professionals chat it all out on their podcasts.

14.  Daniel and Stephen | Modern People Leader

Talking to prominent HR practitioners on their podcast Modern People Leader, Daniel and Stephen are on a mission to be in the know of what leading organizations are doing to keep their people happy. Listen to their podcast episodes and hear what Chief People Officers have to say about issues in the office like the 4-day workweek.

15.  Anita and Vanessa | HR Unplugged

Anita Grantham, Head of HR, and Vanessa Brulotte, HR Business Partner at BambooHR, talk about the most challenging HR topics on their podcast HR Unplugged. From HR how-to’s to the latest HR trends, Anita and Vanessa are ready to share their thoughts openly with their audience.

Connect With Today’s Working Professionals With Top HR Influencers

Want to revolutionize the way you connect with today’s working professionals? Let the pros help you!

At The Influence Agency, we specialize in influencer marketing and social media marketing. We’re experts at connecting businesses with all kinds of influencers who can turbocharge your reach and engagement.

Connect with us today, and we’ll help you strategize!