TRINA MEYER

As I progress in my HR studies, I find myself increasingly drawn to the pillars of HR that encompass people and processes. Given my background in psychology and healthcare, this is not just an academic interest but a personal one. I am particularly excited about training and development, performance management, and employee relations. My long-term goal is to move towards the organizational development realm.

Since pursuing my graduate studies, I have been working on and figuring out what I am successful at and what challenges I face personally and professionally. For example, in my personal life, I enjoy physical challenges, such as hiking, and all things outdoors or indoors, such as yoga or strength or endurance training. Similarly, in my professional life, I gravitate towards mental challenges, such as researching a topic and finding a solution to the problem, then presenting the data creatively to engage and motivate individuals (stakeholders). Personally and professionally, I struggle with several areas involved in emotional intelligence and excel in others, such as motivation, empathy, and social skills. In contrast, I am actively working on the areas that are slightly behind in my everyday interactions with family, friends, and colleagues.

I strive to be well-rounded and enjoy activities that enrich my mind, body, and spirit. I thrive in physical challenges such as yoga, cycling, and jogging. I am a self-proclaimed book and information nerd, deeply engrossed in reading and staying updated on current events. I love reading articles or listening to podcasts about current events. I subscribe to many professional newsletters or other media sources, such as the Harvard Business Review, NPR, or HR Brew. Lastly, I am a foodie who loves traveling, cooking, and playing board games with friends and family.