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Nice to meet you — I'm Bessie. I work alongside founders, principals, and CEOs in real estate and construction businesses, providing operational support, project coordination, and strategic oversight as a trusted right hand. My route into the industry came through hands-on experience. After managing my own property flip, I went on to study Construction Management and Property Development, graduating with a First-Class Bachelor's degree. Since then, I've worked across both remote and on-site roles throughout the property and construction sectors. My experience includes transaction coordination for a brokerage in Upstate New York, project coordination and customer representation in Zanzibar, office and light project management for a NYC-based roofing and façade contractor, and operational support for a Michigan-based brokerage. Alongside my operational work, I've also become heavily involved in the planning, coordination, and delivery of digital products. Through building my own platform and helping oversee the development of a data-driven real estate platform for a Michigan-based brokerage, I've gained extensive experience managing web development projects from concept through to launch. While I'm not a developer myself, I work with a trusted team of specialists who handle the technical execution whilst I lead project strategy, requirements gathering, workflow design, testing, and delivery. Whether it's a custom platform, website, CRM integration, automation system, AI-powered workflow, or another business tool, clients benefit from having a single point of contact who understands both the operational objectives and the technical process required to bring them to life. My approach is simple: I don't just complete tasks. I build systems, improve workflows, and create operational stability so that business owners can spend more time focusing on growth rather than getting stuck in day-to-day administration. If you're looking for someone who can think like an owner, communicate professionally, and take genuine ownership of the operational side of your business, I'd be delighted to arrange a no-pressure call to see if we're a good fit. Have a fantastic day and speak soon, Bessie B.

I'm a former Vice President and Director of Human Resources with 30 years of HR leadership experience helping startups, nonprofits, and growing organizations solve practical HR challenges. I hold an M.S. in Human Resource Management and a Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, and I'm the author of The Next Wave of People Management (2026) and Don't Quit Your Day Job, Learn to Love It (2009). I am also a speaker and Adjunct Professor. Whether you need an HR audit, updated employee handbook, guidance through a difficult employee relations issue, compensation support, custom management training, or executive-level HR guidance, I provide practical, legally sound solutions that help organizations move forward with confidence. My clients range from companies needing assistance with a single HR project to organizations that retain me as their Fractional or Interim HR Executive. No matter the scope, my goal is simple: provide practical HR solutions that protect your organization, support your employees, and make your job easier. Some of the projects I handle include: 𝗛𝗥 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 & 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 • HR audits and gap assessments including federal/state laws and SOC2 compliance • Employee handbooks, HR policies, and documentation • Multi-state compliance and employment law support • HR setup for growing or restructuring organizations (payroll, benefits, offer letters, etc.) • Practical use of AI-supported tools to streamline HR documentation, workflows, communication, and operational efficiency 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻, 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 • Job descriptions and role design • Performance management systems and goal setting • Employee evaluation frameworks and feedback tools • Organizational structure and reporting clarity 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 • Compensation benchmarking and salary structure support • Bonus and incentive design • Employee experience/culture surveys, analysis, and action planning • Retention strategies to improve engagement and reduce turnover • Career pathing and succession planning 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 • Employee relations guidance, disciplinary procedures, and complaint/grievance investigations • Recruiting process design and interview tools • Onboarding and training programs • Management coaching for HR-related issues 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗡𝗲𝘁-𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗛𝗥 • Household employee job descriptions and hiring • Compensation planning and employment documentation • NDAs and confidentiality agreements • Performance management and annual reviews 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝗲 Clients trust me because I combine executive HR experience with practical expertise. I'm certified in conducting workplace investigations, have interviewed thousands of candidates throughout my career, and maintain a professional employment law resource that proactively tracks changes to federal and state employment laws. I provide thoughtful, responsive guidance that's tailored to your organization—not generic advice or one-size-fits-all templates. 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, I’ve served as a Wish Granter for Make-A-Wish for over 20 years and previously served on the Board of Directors for a local Humane Society. 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 • Education • Healthcare / Therapy / Medical Research • SaaS / Technology / AI Companies • E-commerce • Supply Chain • Energy & Utilities • Real Estate / Construction / Property Management • Financial Services • Parks & Recreation • Music Venues, Event Spaces, and Restaurants • Automotive • Fashion / Jewelry • Professional Services • Medical Devices • Startups & High-Growth Companies • Nonprofits

Strategic HR Consultant | Workforce Analytics | Employee Relations & Performance Management Expert I am an experienced HR professional with a strong background in HR strategy, workforce analytics, employee relations, and leadership/talent development. I specialize in helping organizations optimize their operations, enhance employee engagement, and drive business results through data-driven insights. With tech expertise across multiple HR platforms, including Workday, GLINT survey analytics, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle Peoplesoft, and Paylocity, I bring both strategic and technical skills to improve HR functions. Whether you need support with performance management, diversity & inclusion initiatives, employment law compliance, or HR process optimization, I’m here to help. What can I do for you? ✅ Fractional HR Director / HRBP support ✅ HR strategy development and execution ✅ Employee relations consulting ✅ Performance Management consulting ✅ Workforce analytics and data-driven insights ✅ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) program support ✅ Leadership training and development ✅ Talent Review and development ✅ New hire onboarding strategies and surveys Technical Skills: Workday HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle Peoplesoft Taleo, Paycom ATS, BrassRing (IBM), Paylocity, Paycom Cognos/Lawson Analytics, GLINT survey platform Why Work with Me? ✔️ Over a decade of HR experience across industries ✔️ Strong analytical mindset to improve HR processes ✔️ Trusted partner for business leaders and HR teams Let’s connect and discuss how I can help your organization thrive!

I’m a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) with multifaceted expertise in writing, research, curriculum design, psychology-focused content, and professional editing. I help organizations, authors, educators, and small businesses transform complex ideas into clear, engaging, and high-quality written products. My work spans education, psychology, mental health, leadership, parenting, health behavior, SEL, trauma-informed practices, and nonfiction ghostwriting. Whether you need a full book ghostwritten, a curriculum designed, research synthesized, or a polished audit or report, I bring exceptional clarity, empathy, and accuracy to every project. I’ve partnered with clients worldwide on projects such as: • Ghostwriting self-help, psychology, relationship, leadership, and educational books • Editing nonfiction manuscripts (academic, biographical, research-based) • Creating digital workbooks, guides, and evidence-based educational materials • Designing curricula (K–12, higher ed, behavioral health, skills-based, and professional training) • Developing parenting resources, SEL lessons, psychoeducational content, and workbooks • Producing research-driven reports, literature reviews, and program evaluations • Writing proposals, strategic plans, and organizational content • Building engaging learning experiences, scripts, slide decks, and study materials My specialty is taking complex, emotional, or technical topics and turning them into content that feels: - Clear - Emotionally intelligent - Research-backed - Practical and engaging Areas of Expertise Ghostwriting & Editing • Psychology, relationships, emotional intelligence • Self-help, leadership, and mindset books • Health, behavior, trauma-informed content • Narrative nonfiction & parent education • Manuscript development, line editing, and structural editing Curriculum & Instructional Design • K-12 and Higher Education • SEL, mental health, prevention programs • Evidence-based training development • Workbooks, study guides, and educational materials • eLearning modules, scripts, slide decks Research & Professional Writing • Literature reviews (academic + applied) • Program evaluation • Trauma, SEL, emotional health topics • Organizational and strategic reports • Grant writing and nonprofit content Psychology & Behavioral Health Content • Emotional regulation, coping, attachment • Parenting guidance, child development • Relationship psychology & communication • Trauma-informed education • Addiction, prevention, and wellness What You Can Expect From Me • High-quality, original writing • Warm, clear, professional communication • Fast turnaround & deadline accountability • Evidence-based, accurate content • Complete confidentiality • A collaborative, supportive working relationship Let’s Work Together If you need a writer, editor, researcher, curriculum developer, or psychology-informed content specialist… I’d love to help bring your project to life. Send me a message and let’s get started.

Ph.D., Organizational Psychology. TEDx speaker featured on TED’s homepage. Talent, Organizational Development, and Survey specialist. I have 7+ years of experience working in talent and organizational development, though many of the skills I developed came from my 7 previous years in marketing. My goal is to leverage science and research to help you achieve your goals in a clear and applicable way. Within the past couple of years, I've worked on projects for Accenture within their career architecture, assessment, and recruiting teams. I have also worked on projects for Johnson & Johnson, McGill University, Yaamava (previously San Manuel) Casino, Denny's, Teachable, and Workboard, among others. I hold a Ph.D. and MA in Organizational Psychology from Claremont Graduate University and a BA in English and Consumer Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. I am here to offer evidence-based solutions and help you achieve your goals. Some of my skills and work experiences include: • Conducting and analyzing survey data (using an array of survey software programs and analyzing data via R or Excel) • Interviewing and leading focus groups (and using qualitative thematic analysis to derive relevant and actionable themes) • Assessing/developing leadership and employees (engagement, wellbeing, strengths, burnout, etc.) • Spearheading program evaluations (using an array of methods, including but not limited to document/website review, surveys, interviews, observations) • Creating workshops • Drafting powerpoints • Writing reports • Speaking and educational engagements (keynotes, trainings, workshops, webinars, etc.) I am visually oriented and geared to make information easy to digest, so I will make sure that your solutions target your intended audience. About me: I initially pursued a career in marketing. I worked as a strategy consultant in healthcare, then pivoted into a tech innovation startup specializing in AI-driven, gamified e-commerce products. After 7 years of marketing in NYC, even in a director role, I realized that while I still loved business and psychology, and I very much loved my current job, I just wasn’t interested in selling products. Call me naive and idealistic, but I wanted to make an imprint on people's lives and help make the world a better place by creating a less stressed/burnt-out workforce. I envision a world where people thrive at their work, finding it engaging and energizing, and I want to help companies create the optimal space to make that a reality. To that end, I shifted my career trajectory and shifted towards organizational behavior. I love the consulting projects I've done and the clients I've worked with over these past few years. I completed my MA and PhD studying Positive Organizational Psychology. My research focuses on: • employee engagement • healthy work-life balance • burnout prevention • remote work • high-quality connections • virtual teams • leadership development • viewpoint diversity and more. I am also a TEDx speaker, and my talk was selected to be featured on TED’s homepage (my talk was titled, "3 simple ways to build stronger relationships at work".

Communication has broken down. Accountability is unclear. Important work is not getting done. I help business owners, HR leaders, and managers identify what is failing, reset expectations, and give teams practical systems for stronger communication, follow-through, and performance. In one client engagement, two managers who began as major leadership concerns were later described by company leadership as two of its biggest assets. During the engagement, they completed four important workplace improvements in one week. Book a consultation when you need help with: • A manager who is struggling to lead effectively • Recurring team conflict or communication breakdowns • Unclear expectations, ownership, or accountability • A difficult employee conversation • Performance feedback or de-escalation language • Leadership training, manager tools, SOPs, or course design You will leave with a clearer understanding of what is going wrong, practical language for addressing it, and specific next steps for getting the situation moving again. I also design leadership and behavioral-skills training programs, facilitator guides, participant materials, workshops, and practical manager resources.