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Honest HR Podcast
Honest HR is the go-to podcast for aspiring and informed HR professionals intent on transforming workplace challenges into golden opportunities. Hosted by Nicole Belyna, Monique Akanbi, and Wendy Fong, this podcast brings you insights, trends, and actionable advice through relatable stories from the REAL world of HR.
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Switching to HR Mid-Career
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Meet Your Hosts

Nicole Belyna, Director, Talent, SHRM-SCP
Nicole Belyna, SHRM-SCP, is a human resources leader with over 15 years of experience specializing in all things talent. As Director, Talent at SHRM, she leads a team of wonderful people who also happen to be exceptional HR professionals dedicated to developing and executing strategies to attract, cultivate, and retain top talent. Throughout her career, she has designed award-winning programs that not only enhance the employee experience but also build innovative, agile, and high-performing teams. A trusted advisor to executive teams, she aligns talent strategies with business goals, fostering inclusive cultures that drive engagement, adaptability, and long-term success.
Monique Akanbi, Membership Initiatives Director, SHRM-CP
Monique Akanbi is a SHRM Membership Initiatives Director, activating SHRM's comprehensive strategy and initiatives by developing and implementing strategies to attract, retain, and maximize the satisfaction of the 330,000-plus members and communities SHRM serves. As a strategic change agent with 20 years of experience in senior leadership and all aspects of HR, Monique has been credited with developing and implementing strategies to decrease employee turnover, increase employee engagement and satisfaction, and improve organizational culture.
Wendy Fong, Manager, Event Technology Innovation, SHRM-CP
Wendy Fong is a team leader who drives strategic initiatives and fosters inclusive, customer-centric solutions. She is the Manager of Event Technology Innovation at SHRM. She also works as a Career Skills Actor & Consultant at the Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business. Wendy holds a B.A. from the University of California, Santa Cruz.
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