Workplace Culture Expert & Author; Host of "Punk Rock HR" Podcast; Executive Coach
Laurie Ruettimann Biography
Laurie Ruettimann is a former human resources leader, author, speaker, podcaster, and entrepreneur known for her direct approach to workplace issues. Ruettimann began her career as an HR assistant at Leaf Candy Company, working in a unionized manufacturing environment, before moving to organizations including Monsanto, Alberto-Culver, Kemper Insurance, and Pfizer. After experiencing large-scale layoffs and witnessing her husband lose his job at the same company, she left corporate America to focus on writing, public speaking, and advising companies on human resources strategy and workplace culture.
Ruettimann is the author of the book "Betting On You: How to Put Yourself First and (Finally) Take Control of Your Career," published by Henry Holt & Company. The book provides guidance on career management and self-leadership. Her book "Corporate Drinker" draws from stories and a podcast of the same name, exploring themes of workplace culture and employee well-being.
Her podcast, "Punk Rock HR," has ranked among the Top 100 management and business podcasts on platforms such as iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Pandora. Ruettimann also publishes a newsletter on Substack and teaches on LinkedIn Learning, where her course "Be the Manager People Won't Leave" has reached more than 2 million learners. As an executive coach, she works with leaders and job seekers on career strategy, communication, and professional detachment.
CNN recognized Ruettimann as one of the top career advisors in the United States, and Forbes named her blog a Top 100 Website for Women. Her work has appeared in NPR, Fox Business News, The Washington Post, The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Vox. She has contributed to The Conference Board Review, Mediabistro, AOL, and BusinessInsider.com. Ruettimann delivers keynote speeches at events and conferences worldwide, addressing topics such as human resources, hiring trends, and workplace technology. With a career spanning more than two decades, Ruettimann is a prominent voice in the fields of HR, workplace culture, and employee experience.
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