37. Put A Little Heart Into It Mate: Why Soft HR Is Solid Gold

What if leading with heart was the most strategic move you could make?In this episode of Reimagining HR, I challenge the old-school discomfort around emotions in the boardroom and unpack why heart-led leadership isn’t fluffy, it’s functional. From the red dust of the Pilbara to the pressure of the C-suite, I share real stories, data and practical tools that prove heart is hardwired for performance.You’ll hear about the ripple effects of compassion in action, autonomy that works, and connection rituals that don’t feel like corporate karaoke. Plus, we unpack the four micro-moves every CEO can make this week to lead with heart, without losing their edge.If you’re sick of the “too emotional” label and want your culture to thrive, not just survive, this one’s for you.Tried any of these heart moves? Copped an epic eye-roll in the process? I'd love to hear what reactions you’re seeing. Connect with us on LinkedIn.SHOW NOTES: https://reimaginehr.com.au/put-a-little-heart-into-it-mate-why-soft-hr-is-solid-gold/Trina Sunday is a human-first leadership strategist, HR advisor and creator of the HEART Work™ model, helping HR leaders and People & Culture professionals build workplaces where people and performance thrive side by side. With more than 25 years of experience across HR, organisational development and leadership advisory in Australia, Asia and global leadership communities, she works with HR leaders and executive teams to strengthen leadership capability, shape workplace culture and drive human-first organisational transformation. Through the Heart at Work with Trina Sunday podcast, leadership programs and advisory work, Trina is passionate about empowering HR professionals to move beyond compliance and lead the future of HR with courage, clarity and influence.Get Inspired Trina’s Website: https://trinasunday.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trinasundayofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trinasundayofficial/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trinasundayofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trinasunday/Reimagine HR: https://reimaginehr.com.au/