In this episode, Sean and Paul chat with Courtney about her journey from kindergarten teacher to leading event programming and affiliate engagement at WorldatWork. She shares what inspired the shift and what she’s learned along the way.
They also preview the upcoming WorldatWork conference, including new features like the AI Skills Lab and personal growth tracks. Along the way, they talk about the power of local affiliate networks, the communication challenges HR teams face, and how professional development is evolving. It’s a candid, lighthearted conversation packed with insight.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Backgrounds
02:52 Courtney's Journey from Teaching to Event Management
06:00 Speed Round: Fun Questions and Preferences
11:59 Upcoming World at Work Conference in San Antonio
15:08 Innovative Programming and AI Skills Lab
16:47 Networking and AI Skills Lab Innovations
19:43 Hands-On Learning with AI Tools
21:56 Feedback and Connection Opportunities
24:35 Personal Growth and Career Development
28:52 Building Local Affiliate Networks
31:56 The Value of Smaller Networking Events
37:04 Automating HR Communication Challenges
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