How to Advocate for HR in Business

Amber Vanderburg
Instructor:
Amber Vanderburg 
Tuesday
August 05 2025
10:00 AM PDT | 01:00 PM EDT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Webinar ID: 75755

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$299 Corporate Live
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$199 One Attendee
$399 Corporate Recorded
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Overview:

In today's dynamic business environment, HR professionals play a pivotal role in shaping organizational culture, fostering employee engagement, and driving strategic workforce decisions. However, effectively advocating for HR initiatives and priorities in business meetings requires a unique set of skills and strategies.

This comprehensive session is designed to equip HR professionals with practical insights and actionable techniques to confidently articulate the value of HR initiatives and gain buy-in from key stakeholders.

Throughout the session, participants will learn how to craft persuasive narratives that clearly communicate the impact of HR initiatives on achieving broader business objectives. By mastering the art of storytelling, participants will be able to engage and inspire decision-makers, compelling them to support HR initiatives that drive organizational success.

In addition to storytelling, participants will learn how to leverage data to support HR proposals effectively. By gathering and analyzing relevant metrics and benchmarks, HR professionals can provide evidence-based insights that demonstrate the tangible benefits of investing in HR initiatives. From employee retention rates to productivity metrics, participants will gain the tools and techniques to quantify the ROI of HR investments and make a compelling case to stakeholders.

Furthermore, the session will cover strategies for anticipating and addressing potential objections from stakeholders. By proactively identifying and addressing concerns, participants can build credibility and trust with decision-makers, increasing the likelihood of securing buy-in for HR initiatives. Whether it's addressing concerns about cost, feasibility, or potential risks, participants will learn how to navigate challenging conversations with confidence and professionalism.

By the end of the session, participants will leave empowered to champion HR initiatives with conviction and in?uence decision-makers effectively. Armed with practical insights and actionable techniques, participants will be equipped to drive positive change within their organizations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

In summary, this session offers HR professionals a comprehensive toolkit for effectively advocating for HR initiatives and priorities in business meetings. From crafting persuasive narratives to leveraging data and addressing objections, participants will gain the skills and confidence to drive meaningful change and contribute to the long-term success of their organizations. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your advocacy skills and make a lasting impact in your role as an HR leader.

Why should you Attend:
This session is designed for HR professionals at all levels who are responsible for advocating for HR initiatives and priorities within their organizations. Whether you're an HR manager, director, or executive, this session will provide valuable insights and actionable techniques to help you effectively communicate the value of HR initiatives and gain buy-in from key stakeholders.

HR professionals who are looking to enhance their advocacy skills and influence decision-making processes will end this session particularly beneficial. Whether you're new to the ?eld of HR or have years of experience, there's always room to improve your ability to articulate the impact of HR initiatives on achieving broader business objectives.

Additionally, this session is relevant for HR professionals working in organizations of all sizes and industries. Whether you're in a corporate setting, nonprofit organization, government agency, or startup environment, the principles and strategies covered in this session are universally applicable.

Furthermore, this session is valuable for HR professionals who are seeking to take on more strategic roles within their organizations. By mastering the art of advocacy, HR professionals can position themselves as trusted advisors and strategic partners to senior leadership, contributing to the overall success and growth of their organizations.

Lastly, this session is beneficial for professionals who work closely with HR teams, such as managers, department heads, and executives. By gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing HR professionals, stakeholders can better support and collaborate with HR teams to achieve shared goals and objectives

Areas Covered in the Session:

  • How to frame compelling arguments for your stakeholders
  • Align HR goals with broader organizational goals
  • Addressing concerns and skepticism in your HR advocacy

Who Will Benefit:
  • Department Leads
  • HR Supervisor
  • Team Lead
  • Manager
  • Supervisor
  • Project Manager
  • HR Manager
  • Learning and Development Specialist
  • Head of Talent Development Training
  • Development Supervisor Training Manager Training supervisor Talent Development Manager Learning
  • Development Manager


Speaker Profile
Amber Vanderburg is a multi-award winning international businessperson, keynote speaker, author, and founder of the international learning development company, The Pathwayz Group. This global organization has led 800,000+ learners in more than 75 countries in action-focused leadership and team development learning journeys.

Amber's history in talent development includes acting as the only female, only American, and only blonde football coach for the Adidas Gameday Academy and Paris Saint Germain Academy in Bangalore, India, authoring top-reviewed online learning courses for platforms such as LinkedIn Learning, Lecturio, and PluralSight, and acting as HR Director of Paradigm Shift Leadership. In 2022, she published her ?rst business adventure book "Uniquely Better" about building higher team performance. Vanderburg has a MA in Organizational Dynamics from the University of Oklahoma and is on an ardent journey to ?nd the best ice cream in the world


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