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Human Relations Consulting: Transforming HR into a Human Skill

HR consulting reimagined as human relations. One leader. One small business. One human at a time, focusing on effective leadership training.

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Human Relations Consulting: Transforming HR into a Human Skill

HR consulting reimagined as human relations. One leader. One small business. One human at a time, focusing on effective leadership training.

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HR Isn’t Just a Department. It’s a Human Skill.

With over two decades in HR consulting—leading, untangling, building, and occasionally banging my head against the break room wall—I’ve witnessed what happens when HR focuses solely on policies and punitive rules. Spoiler: it doesn’t work.

I built Kinder HR to do things differently.

Kinder HR is about human relations, fostering stronger teams, clearer communication, and creating workplaces that not only comply with the law but also lead with empathy.

It’s for the small business owner who aims to do right by their team. It’s for the team member who aspires to lead without a title. It’s for anyone who has ever thought, “There’s got to be a better way to work.”

I’m not here to gatekeep HR. I’m here to teach it, share it, and reframe it through effective leadership training—so more people can build workplaces (and lives) that are kinder, healthier, and more successful.

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Quick Facts

With over 25 years of experience in HR leadership, I am SPHR & SHRM-SCP certified and specialize in HR consulting and human relations. As a TEDx and International speaker, I also focus on leadership training. I am the founder of Kinder HR and a best-selling author.

About Kinder-HR

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Our Mission

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Our Mission

Kinder HR exists to bring heart, clarity, and common sense back into the workplace through effective HR consulting. We provide practical, human-centered support by teaching conflict resolution, communication, and compliance. Our focus on leadership training helps leaders and small businesses create workplaces that work better for people. Kinder HR — the future of human relations.

TEDx Clarkstown event featuring Lindsay Mattes on March 23, 2024.

Our Vision

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Our Mission

We envision a world where workplaces are driven by relationships, not just rules. In this future, leadership training is valued and taught, not merely assumed. Additionally, HR consulting evolves beyond a traditional department into a shared responsibility that emphasizes empathy, equity, and emotional intelligence in human relations.

Kinder HR is building that future one leader, one business, and one human at a time.

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Our Experience

With over 25 years in senior HR leadership, Kinder HR specializes in HR consulting, bringing deep expertise in conflict resolution, employee relations, leadership training, compliance, and culture-building. We've supported organizations through growth, change, and hard conversations—always prioritizing human relations over process. We und

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HR Advice for a Kinder, Healthier, and More Successful Workplace

In "Don't Be A D!ck," veteran HR professional Lindsay Mattes delivers a unique blend of leadership training, business acumen, self-help strategies, and humorous personal stories. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in HR consulting and human relations, Lindsay addresses both managers and employees, emphasizing that true leadership comes from actions, not titles. Through witty anecdotes and practical advice, readers will embark on a journey to create kinder, healthier, and more successful workplaces. Learn how to transform yourself, your work environment, and the world into a kinder, more compassionate place. Lindsay encourages leaders to teach and model the transformative power of compassion, encapsulated in her guiding principle: “Don’t be a Dick . . . Be Kind!” This essential read for HR professionals and managers is a must-have resource, offering invaluable insights and strategies to foster a more empathetic and effective workplace. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your leadership and cultivate a culture of kindness.

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Human Relations Consulting: Transforming HR into a Human Skill

Human Relations Consulting: Transforming HR into a Human Skill

HR Isn’t Just a Department. It’s a Human Skill.

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Don't Be A D!ck! - The Book Has Finally Arrived!

Don't Be A D!ck! - The Book Has Finally Arrived!

Don't Be A D!ck! - The Book Has Finally Arrived!

Don't Be A D!ck! - The Book Has Finally Arrived!

Don't Be A D!ck! - The Book Has Finally Arrived!

Don't Be A D!ck! - The Book Has Finally Arrived!

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Human Relations Consulting: Transforming HR into a Human Skill

Human Relations Consulting: Transforming HR into a Human Skill

HR Isn’t Just a Department. It’s a Human Skill.

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Our Mission

Our Vision

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Our Mission

Our Experience

Our Experience

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Don't Be A D!ck! - The Book Has Finally Arrived!

HR Advice for a Kinder, Healthier, and More Successful Workplace

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