Next-Gen communication: How emerging HR professionals build confidence, credibility and connection

Modern HR isn’t just about policies – it’s about people. And yet, junior HR leaders are often caught in the crossfire. Navigating tricky conversations with senior stakeholders, trying to gain credibility with peers, and managing expectations from all sides.

It’s easy to second-guess yourself when:

• You’re the youngest voice in the room
• You feel the pressure to “sound strategic,” but don’t want to lose your authenticity
• You’re expected to influence, without always having authority

Add in imposter syndrome, and even your best ideas can get stuck and unable to come out the way you want.

This interactive session with Madeline Miller is designed specifically for emerging HR professionals who are ready to break through internal and external barriers and build the kind of presence that makes people take notice.

In just one hour, you’ll learn how to:

• Define Your Work Brand – Get clear on who you are, what you stand for, and how to align your communication with your professional values
• Navigate Generational Gaps – Adapt your style across age groups without watering yourself down
• Communicate with Clarity & Confidence – Use practical tools to be understood, respected, and remembered
• Quiet the Inner Critic – Build real self-trust so you can speak up, push back, and lead forward

Whether you’re early in your HR career or stepping into a more strategic role, this session will help you show up with more impact—on your terms.

Takeaways

As well as some newly learned information, all attendees will receive a takeaway “Confidence-to-Connection Toolkit” — a practical communication guide built just for emerging HR pros who want to speak up, stand out, and stay grounded.

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