20: The One-Foot Principle for HR Growth

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that speaks directly to the heart of what you do every day: balancing priorities. As an HR leader, your role is filled with decisions that affect your organization, its people, and your own professional growth. Whether you're juggling recruitment, leadership development, compliance, or employee engagement, there’s never a shortage of things on your plate. On top of that, you're expected to advance your career, develop your executive skills, and, of course, maintain a strong personal brand.  It can often feel like you're spinning plates, constantly reacting to the next urgent task that demands your attention. So, how do you keep it all in motion without feeling overwhelmed? How do you avoid burning out while still making meaningful progress toward your goals?  The truth is, it comes down to how you manage your energy, how you navigate your time, and—most importantly—how you shift between acceleration and reflection. In today’s episode, I’m going explore what I call the One-Foot Principle. A simple but incredibly powerful concept that can help you understand when it’s time to push forward and when it’s time to pull back.  It’s all about finding the right balance between action and pause, between growth and reflection—so you can navigate your career with more intention and clarity.Kristen Wade helps HR professionals  who want to reach the executive level,to stop putting out fires and become more strategic with their time. For individual support, apply for Kristen's Signature Program here and she'll be in touch to invite you to a free discovery call.Or if you're ready to ensure your unique values shine, grab a Personal Branding Strategy Session with Kristen here.