Brand Building: Seeks to empower more professionals, especially those affected by layoffs, with tools for career resilience.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Katrice Miller.

A nationally recognized labor relations expert and career coach. The conversation explores her journey from federal government service to corporate leadership, her insights on labor law, personal branding, and how individuals can navigate layoffs, negotiate salaries, and build resilient careers.

👩🏾‍💼 About Katrice Miller

• Labor Relations Counsel at Starbucks
• Former Director of HR Compliance at Microsoft
• Over 25 years of experience in labor relations across government and corporate sectors
• Founder of CorporateWinners.com, a career and business coaching platform
• Former federal employee with the U.S. Department of Labor

💡 Key Themes & Takeaways⚖️ Labor Relations vs. Human Resources

• Labor relations focuses on compliance with labor laws and maintaining fair employer-employee relationships
• HR is broader, covering benefits, PTO, and general employee support
• Emphasizes proactive compliance and consistency in workplace practices

📉 Layoffs & Downsizing

• Advocates for transparency and consistency during layoffs
• Encourages employers to treat employees with dignity and follow both legal and internal policies
• Advises employees to separate their identity from their job and focus on personal brand resilience

💼 Personal Branding & LinkedIn

• Personal brand should reflect your value, not just your job title
• LinkedIn is a powerful tool for visibility, networking, and showcasing skills
• Encourages employees to build their brand even if their current job doesn’t align with their long-term goals

💰 Salary Negotiation & Career Growth

• Keep a running file of accomplishments to support salary discussions
• Always counteroffer with research-based reasoning
• Negotiation is a conversation, not a confrontation

🎯 Coaching & Empowerment

• Offers affordable coaching programs launching July 1 via CorporateWinners.com
• Focuses on helping clients build sustainable careers, not just find jobs
• Provides templates, interview prep, and 24/7 support for job seekers

🧠 Mindset & Motivation

• Encourages clarity, confidence, courage, and calm during career transitions
• Advises against panic-driven job applications
• Promotes self-assessment and strategic pivots for those unhappy in their current roles

🌐 Vision for the Future

• Aims to scale her coaching impact through online programs
• Seeks to empower more professionals, especially those affected by layoffs, with tools for career resilience

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