Rewriting the HR Rulebook: Justine on Redundancy, Resilience, and Reinvention

In this episode of 'Get a Shift On', I speak with Justine Mitchell-Pearce, an HR professional who transitioned from pub management to corporate HR and eventually started her own business. Justine shares her career journey, the challenges she faced, and the importance of finding the right coaching and support to help aide in personal and professional growth. We discuss the changing perceptions of HR, the emotional toll of redundancy, and the value of experience in navigating the workplace. Justine emphasises the need for proactive HR practices and the importance of investing in oneself for career success.Justine is an HR professional with over 25 years’ experience across a wide range of multi million pound industries. With a wealth of experience in providing HR services to small and medium businesses and organisations across SW Devon and Cornwall, Justine has a clear understanding of the priorities for SMEs and supports businesses through proactive HR solutions.Follow Justine:Justine's LinkedInHR Dept WebsiteFollow David / Via Nova here:⁠⁠David's LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Via Nova LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Via Nova Website⁠Feeling stuck in your career? Discover if it's time for a change! ⁠Take my quiz and explore your career potential today! Chapters00:00 Justine's Journey: From Pub Management to HR05:03 Navigating Challenges: Health Issues and Business Coaching09:55 The Role of HR: Breaking Stigmas and Empowering Businesses14:50 Personal Growth: Understanding Menopause and Its Impact20:05 Resilience in Redundancy: Turning Setbacks into Opportunities22:05 Navigating Redundancy: A New Beginning25:31 The Leap into Franchising: A Personal Journey28:29 The Importance of Coaching and Mentorship32:24 Investing in Yourself: The Value of Coaching38:10 Top Tips for Transitioning from Corporate to Franchise41:29 Changing Attitudes: The Future of Work and HR