@espiepretila

Award-winning Author, Founder, Lady Cavalier, Reviewer, Blogger, Sports Dummy, Music Lover, Fan Mum, Dear Wife, Wayfarer, Human, and Believer

 South Australia, Australia
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In Bridges of Words: Haikus Uniting Cultures from 57 Countries of the World, you'll find poems shaped by the haiku tradition, drawing on its brevity and imagery while moving beyond strict classical form. Get your copy of the book today here: bit.ly/BridgesOfWordsAmazon #poetry
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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift HR Practices That Unintentionally Dehumanize Employees—and What to Replace Them With ift.tt/Bq1XQNK

HR Practices That Unintentionally Dehumanize Employees—and What to Replace Them With

Can a five-year service mug accidentally say less than a handwritten sentence? This expert roundup explores HR habits and invites readers to discover more thoughtful alternatives in the full piece.

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Humane HR Musings: I’m Not the “Nice HR Lady” (Poetry) ift.tt/wnmSLHj

Humane HR Musings: I’m Not the “Nice HR Lady” (Poetry)

What happens when HR becomes the department everyone needs but few take seriously? In her poem, Jan Hanson explores the human connections that reveal HR’s value. Read the full piece.

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Book Review of From Ally to All-In: The Five Stages of Moving Beyond Privilege and Becoming a More Inclusive Leader by Mike Lynch ift.tt/rxIK8ts

Book Review of From Ally to All-In: The Five Stages of Moving Beyond Privilege and Becoming a More...

Can a workplace become more inclusive without turning every meeting into a courtroom? Read our review of From Ally to All-In by Mike Lynch to explore the challenge.

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Humane HR Magazine Launches Issue 2 – October 2026 Edition on Humanising HR and Workplace Leadership ift.tt/M29raLw

Humane HR Magazine Launches Issue 2 – October 2026 Edition on Humanising HR and Workplace Leadership

Humane HR Magazine has released its latest edition, bringing together expert perspectives on workplace practices, human resources leadership and the factors that influence how people experience wor…

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Happy birthday, @JunPretila2024! More blessed years to come!
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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift What Makes a Workplace Thrive ift.tt/07YNG3R

What Makes a Workplace Thrive

What if working fewer visible hours actually made teams stronger? This roundup explores the surprising changes leaders made—and how redefining success transformed performance, morale, and ownership…

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Humane HR Awards 2025: Recognising People-Centred Leadership ift.tt/qAic2lJ

Humane HR Awards 2025: Recognising People-Centred Leadership

Here now are the champions of people-centred HR in 2025!

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift People-First Workplace Resolutions Organizations Should Prioritize in the New Year for Long-Term Employee Well-Being ift.tt/GDo9dK8

People-First Workplace Resolutions Organizations Should Prioritize in the New Year for Long-Term...

What if employee well-being depended less on programs and more on whether people felt safe being honest at work? Read on to see how leaders are rethinking safety.

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Humane HR Perspectives: How Organizations Can Bring Humanity, Gratitude, and Rest into the Workplace This Christmas ift.tt/pGtkH52

Humane HR Perspectives: How Organizations Can Bring Humanity, Gratitude, and Rest into the Workpl...

Why does a calendar full of holidays still leave people exhausted—and what would happen if work truly paused when it mattered most? Read on to discover how leaders rethink rest.

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Esperanza Pretila @espiepretila #EsperanzaPretila #blog #writerslift #hope “Bridges of Words” Receives Mulyiple Outstanding Creator Award Titles ift.tt/QYozE8s

“Bridges of Words” Receives Multiple Outstanding Creator Award Titles

I’m incredibly grateful and humbled to share that Bridges of Words has also been recognised with multiple honours in the Outstanding Creator Awards 🎉📚

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Esperanza Pretila @espiepretila #EsperanzaPretila #blog #writerslift #hope “Bridges of Words” Wins an Author Shout Award ift.tt/t6njyUV

“Bridges of Words” Wins an Author Shout Award

I’m thrilled to share that my book, Bridges of Words, has been named an Honorable Mention winner in the 7th Annual Author Shout Book Awards! 🏆✨

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Humane HR Talk: Nicola Knobel on Rethinking Safety, Neurodiversity and Leadership for People-Centred Workplaces ift.tt/1CV3uds

Humane HR Talk: Nicola Knobel on Rethinking Safety, Neurodiversity and Leadership for People-Cent...

Ever wondered why some workplaces feel like a maze for your brain while others just click? Discover how one leader rethinks systems, safety, and inclusion to make work actually work for everyone.

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Esperanza Pretila @espiepretila #EsperanzaPretila #blog #writerslift #hope “Bridges of Words” is an International Impact Book Awards Winner ift.tt/DACxucK

“Bridges of Words” is an International Impact Book Awards Winner

It’s official! “Bridges of Words” has won the Haiku and Short Form Poetry Category of the International Impact Book Awards! Such a humbling honour, and I am truly grateful.

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift The Power of Recognition: Gratitude Drives Employee Engagement ift.tt/VLxnFg1

The Power of Recognition: Gratitude Drives Employee Engagement

Ever wonder why a simple handwritten note can feel more motivating than a bonus? Discover how companies transform recognition into lasting engagement, loyalty, and purpose—read on to see how it wor…

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Esperanza Pretila @espiepretila #EsperanzaPretila #blog #writerslift #hope “Bridges of Words” Receives Readers’ Favorite 5 Stars Award ift.tt/dZptjyc

“Bridges of Words” Receives Readers’ Favorite 5 Stars Award

I am deeply honored to share that Bridges of Words: Haikus Uniting Cultures from 57 Countries of the World has received the Readers’ Favorite 5 Stars Seal following a wonderful review by Carol Thom…

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Unconventional Workplace Perks Boost Retention ift.tt/DkCcs87

Unconventional Workplace Perks Boost Retention

Have you ever wondered if letting employees fail on purpose—or take a day off to design their lives—could make them stay longer? Discover the surprising perks redefining loyalty in this piece.

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Effective Upskilling Strategies for Future-Proofing Your Workforce ift.tt/udozgv9

Upskilling Strategies for Future-Proofing Your Workforce

What if your next big career breakthrough came not from a new job—but from how you learn? Discover how experts are rethinking upskilling and development in this thought-provoking roundup.

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Esperanza Pretila @espiepretila #EsperanzaPretila #blog #writerslift #hope “Bridges of Words” is a Firebird Book Awards 2025 Winner ift.tt/Rkbo3Cq

“Bridges of Words” is a Firebird Book Awards 2025 Winner

✨ Exciting News! ✨ Bridges of Words has been named a Firebird Book Awards 2025 Winner! 🏆 I’m truly honored to see this story recognized among so many incredible works. Huge thanks to the Firebird B…

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HR for Humans at Work @hrforhumanswork #hrforhumansatwork #humanresources #HR #HRmanagement #writerslift Humane HR Perspectives: Recruitment and Onboarding Practices for Hybrid Work Environments ift.tt/jQ7c0Vi

Humane HR Perspectives: Recruitment and Onboarding Practices for Hybrid Work Environments

Ever wonder if onboarding a colleague you’ve never met in person is like hosting a dinner party without tasting the food? This piece reveals how leaders are solving that puzzle.

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