Amplify Your Signal: Episode 1 – Navigating Career Transitions: Jamie Amis’ Journey Through HR & Beyond
In the debut episode of Amplify Your Signal, we dive into the career journey of Jamie Amis, an HR professional who made the leap from a police officer in the UK to an HR leader in the United States. Jamie shares his unique career transition, how he built meaningful relationships through networking, and the valuable lessons he’s learned over the years working in diverse industries like hospitality, manufacturing, tech, and more.
Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
Career Transition: How Jamie navigated his move from police work in the UK to HR roles in the U.S.
Networking in HR: The power of connecting with professionals and building a strong network, especially in Cincinnati’s HR community.
Empathy and Leadership: The importance of bringing your authentic self to work and leading with empathy.
Building Strong Teams: Insights on mentorship, learning, and growing within HR teams, and why culture matters.
Employee Recognition: Jamie discusses how recognition programs can foster a positive workplace culture.
Imposter Syndrome: Overcoming self-doubt and gaining confidence in HR leadership.
People and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Wendy Kovar: LinkedIn
Tamiko Ware Mauldin: LinkedIn
Jack Lyons: LinkedIn
Jen H.: LinkedIn
Shawna Meyer: LinkedIn
Christian Kolb: LinkedIn
Aaron Puckett: LinkedIn
Nick Morrow: LinkedIn
Brandi Coburn: LinkedIn
Tameika Moore: LinkedIn
Chani Barley Deitmaring: LinkedIn
Deborah Gentry Davis: LinkedIn
Lisa Rexroat Steele: LinkedIn
Meaghan Ryan: LinkedIn
Andrew Wexler: LinkedIn
Joel Manby: LinkedIn
Kevin Smith: LinkedIn
Steve Browne: LinkedIn
Tom Mobley: LinkedIn
Melanie Booher: LinkedIn
HR Resources:
HRNet: Visit HRNet
Cincy SHRM: Visit Cincy SHRM
Jamie Amis’ Advice for Career Growth and Networking:Jamie shares his journey of building an HR career through the power of networking and professional connections, particularly in the Cincinnati HR community. He emphasizes how relationships drive success, especially in HR, and encourages listeners to actively engage in their professional networks. Jamie also talks about how HR professionals can grow by learning from each other and supporting one another, regardless of the stage they’re in their career.
Jamie’s candid conversation covers leadership, the value of mentorship, and his personal commitment to giving back to the HR community. If you’re in HR or any career transition, Jamie’s story is a reminder that success comes from both professional development and the relationships you cultivate.
Episode Highlights:
Overcoming career challenges and making bold career moves.
The importance of creating and maintaining an HR network in your community.
How empathy and authentic leadership can transform the workplace.
The impact of mentorship and personal development in HR.
Connect with Jamie Amis:
LinkedIn: Jamie Amis LinkedIn
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