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by Tom Emery (Author)
Business Book Awards 2026 Shortlisted in People, Culture and Management category
'I don't feel like I'm adding value. I'm not utilized or appreciated for my capability and skills, and I don't know how to change that.'
Sound familiar?
People People tells the story of Joanna, an experienced Chief HR Officer who is struggling in the role. She's lonely, underappreciated, and is reaching a crunch point over whether to continue in the role or do something else completely.
To turn things around, she goes to a coach, Nigel, who introduces the CHRO Impact framework.
By following Joanna's story, and working through the CHRO framework alongside her, you too can reach your full potential as a CHRO, and become happier in the process.
Tom Emery is a People Performance Consultant, speaker, podcast host, and author, with over 20 years' experience working in human resource management. This has included the formulation, design, and delivery of people strategies, talent, leadership, and C-suite development, together with team and executive coaching to CEO level. He has a deep curiosity about what makes people tick and enjoys supporting people and organizations to achieve their full potential.
Through his business, HEX, Tom supports individuals, teams, and organizations, to reach their full potential through coaching, mentoring, and consultancy services.
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'I don't feel like I'm adding value. I'm not utilized or appreciated for my capability and skills, and I don't know how to change that.'
Sound familiar?
People People tells the story of Joanna, an experienced Chief HR Officer who is struggling in the role. She's lonely, underappreciated, and is reaching a crunch point over whether to continue in the role or do something else completely.
To turn things around, she goes to a coach, Nigel, who introduces the CHRO Impact framework.
By following Joanna's story, and working through the CHRO framework alongside her, you too can reach your full potential as a CHRO, and become happier in the process.
Tom Emery is a People Performance Consultant, speaker, podcast host, and author, with over 20 years' experience working in human resource management. This has included the formulation, design, and delivery of people strategies, talent, leadership, and C-suite development, together with team and executive coaching to CEO level. He has a deep curiosity about what makes people tick and enjoys supporting people and organizations to achieve their full potential.
Through his business, HEX, Tom supports individuals, teams, and organizations, to reach their full potential through coaching, mentoring, and consultancy services.
Author Biography
Tom Emery is a HR and OD specialist with over 20 years' experience in human resource management. This has included the formulation, design, and delivery of people strategies, talent, leadership, and C-suite development, together with team and executive coaching to CEO level. He has a deep curiosity about what makes people tick and enjoys supporting people and organizations to achieve their full potential.
