SHRM23 Conference Quotes that Inspired!

It’s more than a conference… it’s growth, it’s connection, and most importantly - it’s community. This was conference #7 for me… and what a special week it was. As I reflect on the 2023 SHRM Annual Conference, I think about these two things… 1) all of the people that energized me for the week (attendees, exhibitors, speakers, volunteer leaders, customers, business partners, SHRM Staff and friends) and 2) I think about the lessons we learned to apply in our every day. I thought you might enjoy seeing some of my takeaways “quote style”. I hope they impact you as much as they did me…

  • “We are in a race to get closer to our customers.” Zig Serafin, CEO Qualitrics

  • “Don’t lower standards, lower the barriers in hiring.” Betty Thompson, SHRM Board Chair

  • “My 8th grade teacher Mr. Vernon, shared something special we all need to do every day - “look in the mirror and say - you’re beautiful”, because we all want to be beautiful.” Bill Clinton, 42nd US President

  • “What comes from the heart goes to the heart.” Steve Gilliland speaker

  • “Pay attention to what’s important.” Julie Burch speaker

  • “ChatGPT will move us into the future, but it won’t inspire.” Carol Kiburz speaker

  • “My job is to take care of our people.” Ed Bastian, CEO Delta Air Lines

  • “Giving is living. “Mitch Albom keynote speaker

  • “The most powerful word in personal branding is “THE”! Jennifer McClure speaker

  • “Tomorrow’s HR leader must have a heart for helping people.” Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. CEO SHRM 

So many great takeaways – so many lessons. I’m excited to continue the conversations, the connection, and the journey ahead. Which one sticks out to you? Happy 75th SHRM – Keep inspiring… I can’t wait to see what’s ahead!

Call to action: Post a conference quote that stands out to you or send me a note– someone is waiting for you to inspire …and when others are inspired - we are inspired!

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