--- title: Articles & News | Swift HR Solutions, Inc. | Kendra Fuller, SPHR, SHRM-SCP description: "A results-driven human resources leader, Kendra develops and implements talent solutions that fuel company strategy and enhance organizational effectiveness. She draws from her background in business management and over 20 years in top HR roles at technology, professional services and nonprofit organizations to optimize human resources in regional, national and global environments.\n\nKendra has expertise in organizational design, change management, M&A integration, large-scale HR project management, internal communications, management training and leadership development. With a collaborative and energized style, she brings trusted business partnership and a fresh perspective that aligns talent, business and culture.\n\nKendra is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), certified DiSC® facilitator, and Senior Certified Professional through the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM-SCP). She has a BSBA from the University of Denver. 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She draws from her background in business management and over 20 years in top HR roles at technology, professional services and nonprofit organizations to optimize human resources in regional, national and global environments. Kendra has expertise in organizational design, change management, M&A integration, large-scale HR project management, internal communications, management training and leadership development. With a collaborative and energized style, she brings trusted business partnership and a fresh perspective that aligns talent, business and culture. Kendra is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), certified DiSC® facilitator, and Senior Certified Professional through the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM-SCP). She has a BSBA from the University of Denver. She is an instructor with Lake Washington Technical College’s Leadership Development Program and Seattle Jobs Initiative/South Seattle Community College’s workforce readiness initiative. Apr 02 ## [Leadership in Challenging Times – 3 Key Actions](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/leadership-in-challenging-times-3-key-actions-5-great-workshops) By [Kendra Fuller, SPHR, SHRM-SCP](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/author/kendra-fuller-sphr-shrm-scp) | [Leadership](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/leadership), [Communication](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/communication), [Training](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/training) | [No Comments](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/leadership-in-challenging-times-3-key-actions-5-great-workshops#comments-listing) Today’s work environment is perhaps one of the most challenging we’ve experienced as leaders. Change is rampant, charges of unfair treatment are abundant, and an umbrella of uncertainty about our… [Read More](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/leadership-in-challenging-times-3-key-actions-5-great-workshops) Jan 10 ## [5 Tips for Difficult Conversations](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/5-tips-for-difficult-conversations) By [Kendra Fuller, SPHR, SHRM-SCP](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/author/kendra-fuller-sphr-shrm-scp) | [Leadership](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/leadership), [Communication](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/communication), [Management](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/management), [Conflict](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/conflict) | [No Comments](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/5-tips-for-difficult-conversations#comments-listing) Oh no! It’s time for a difficult conversation with one of your team members. That sounds just about as fun as cleaning that funky drip tray under the refrigerator. You dread doing it; you’re not sure… [Read More](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/5-tips-for-difficult-conversations) Dec 09 ## [Workplace Communication – What’s Your Style?](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/workplace-communication-whats-your-style) By [Kendra Fuller, SPHR, SHRM-SCP](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/author/kendra-fuller-sphr-shrm-scp) | [Leadership](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/leadership), [Communication](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/communication), [Training](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/training), [Development](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/development) | [No Comments](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/workplace-communication-whats-your-style#comments-listing) I once spent an entire week believing that my manager was irritated with me because of something she said. She wasn’t. If I’d understood more about her communication style, I would have had a much… [Read More](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/workplace-communication-whats-your-style) Jul 15 ## [Are you Ready for an HR Leader?](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/are-you-ready-for-an-hr-leader) By [Kendra Fuller, SPHR, SHRM-SCP](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/author/kendra-fuller-sphr-shrm-scp) | [Leadership](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/leadership), [Director of HR](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/director-of-hr) | [No Comments](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/are-you-ready-for-an-hr-leader#comments-listing) Search “HR to Staff ratio” and you’ll find all kinds of formulas and assertions about when you need to staff a human resources function. Do you do this for finance, business development, product… [Read More](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/are-you-ready-for-an-hr-leader) Apr 24 ## [Should employees be disciplined if they post something wrong on social media?](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/should-employees-be-disciplined-if-they-post-something-wrong-on-social-media) By [Kendra Fuller, SPHR, SHRM-SCP](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/author/kendra-fuller-sphr-shrm-scp) | [Leadership](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/leadership), [Company Culture](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/company-culture), [Discipline](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/discipline) | [No Comments](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/should-employees-be-disciplined-if-they-post-something-wrong-on-social-media#comments-listing) Questions about social media and the Internet were not a consideration 10 years ago. In the new world of media and technology, companies are often in defense mode. With the power of publishing in the… [Read More](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/should-employees-be-disciplined-if-they-post-something-wrong-on-social-media) Jan 25 ## [Teamwork – 5 Things I Learned in the Operating Room](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/teamwork-5-things-i-learned-in-the-operating-room) By [Kendra Fuller, SPHR, SHRM-SCP](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/author/kendra-fuller-sphr-shrm-scp) | [Leadership](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/leadership), [Teamwork](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/teamwork), [Communication](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/communication), [Mentoring](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/tag/mentoring) | [2 Comments](https://learn.swifthrsolutions.com/articles/teamwork-5-things-i-learned-in-the-operating-room#comments-listing) Last year, I underwent the rather unpleasant experience of dealing with trigger finger. It’s definitely not as cool as it sounds and has nothing to do with shooting nor cowboys. 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