10 Incredibly Inspirational Videos Everyone in HR Should See — At Least Once!
by Alan Collins
In HR, we all have bad days. Days when things just don’t go our way.
So, I’ve compiled for you a collection of 10 deeply inspirational videos.
I originally posted these months ago, but I’ve updated the list.
Some of these you’ve seen before. Some you haven’t.
If you need an instant shot in the arm, view these videos. Even if you don’t, check out ‘em out anyway. Or share them with your HR colleagues (or your boss). Or pick out a couple to spice up your next HR meeting.
In any event – watch them — and ENJOY!!
Warning: These videos might inspire you to greatness, so view them at your own risk. But enough build up…let’s start the countdown to #1, starting with…
VIDEO #10………Unity in Diversity
Lesson for HR: All it takes is one person to step forward to make a difference…
VIDEO #9……. Jason McElway
HR Lesson: Support your team – and when you get your chance off the bench, go for it!
VIDEO #8…….. ”Failure” Nike Ad by Michael Jordan
Lesson For HR: Failure is very important, because it allows you to succeed!
VIDEO #7……….From the movie “Facing The Giants”
Lesson for HR: Everyone needs a coach in their life – whether they recognize it or not!
VIDEO #6…… Steve Jobs Stanford Commencement Speech
Lesson for HR #1: Have a vision. And to achieve it – be hungry, be foolish.
Lesson for HR #2: Forget powerpoint, three inspiring stories = a great speech.
VIDEO #5…….. Rocky Balboa in Rocky VI – Teaching his son a lesson in life.
Lesson for HR: You gotta take the hits and keep moving forward!
VIDEO #4…..Al Pacino — Speech from On Any Given Sunday
Message for HR: Opportunity is all around us, just make a grab for it and make improvements…INCH BY INCH.
VIDEO #3….. Rules For An Extraordinary Life
Message for HR: Never interrupt when someone is complimenting you + other nuggets of wisdom.
VIDEO #2…. Free Hugs Campaign.
Message for HR: Everyone can use a hug.
VIDEO #1…….Christian The Lion
Message For HR: Relationships last a lifetime, stay in touch!
‘Nuff said.
Hope you enjoyed these! CLICK HERE to add your thoughts, insights, or comments on these videos.
About the author: Alan Collins was Vice President – Human Resources at PepsiCo where he led HR initiatives for their Quaker Oats, Gatorade and Tropicana businesses. He is now Founder of Success in HR, Inc. and the author of the two HR best sellers, UNWRITTEN HR RULES and BEST KEPT HR SECRETS.
His NEW book, YOUR HR GOLDMINE is now is available on Amazon.
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April 19th at 9:48 pm
These video’s are amazing. A must for not only for HR but for all! Thank you.
April 20th at 8:14 am
From Kathy Ludgwig, SPHR (LinkedIn)
If my math is correct, this was the best 50 minutes and 45 seconds I’ve spent in a long time! Thank you so much for sharing.
Out of work for eight months now and feeling pretty battered and rejected. You’ve given me incentive to pick myself up and keep moving!
Kathy Ludwig, SPHR
April 20th at 8:16 am
From Linda Hontz, Corporate Recruiter at Time Warner Cable and Owner, LAH Enterprises (LinkedIn)
Thank you. I have actually lost my HR job and am networking and working to discover what is my next adventure. I will be sharing these videos with some other folks in my networking groups who could benefit from the motivation these videos offer. Thank you for compiling this great collection.
Linda
April 20th at 8:18 am
From Mike Shrader (LinkedIn)
Excellent assortment of the true meaning of life and purpose in our life.
Thanks for sharing.
Mike
April 20th at 8:20 am
From Anuj Shrivastava (LinkedIn)
Gr8 collectio..keep it up! thnx for sharing
April 20th at 8:22 am
Jenny Georgieva (LinkedIn)
Thanks for taking the time and compiling those videos – inspiring! I will share them with my colleagues. Happy Orthodox Easter!
April 20th at 8:24 am
From Kirsten Tharp PHR (LinkedIn)
What a collection of motivational videos. Thanks for sharing,
Kirsten
April 20th at 8:26 am
From Terrie R. Pulliam (LinkedIn)
I watched this and found them to be very inspiring as well! Thank you
April 20th at 8:30 am
From Poruri Gopal (LinkedIn)
Really thank u for those videos,it were really inspiring.The best ones for me was steve jobs lecture,rocky’s get hit, the coach motivating the student, The times of india lead campaign ad, the last one.but then the whole package was really inspiring.it atleast reminded me to do those things like introspection.Thank you.
April 20th at 8:35 am
From Ann Lightfoot (LinkedIn)
Thanks for taking the time to encourage others. The videos were very inspiring.
Have a wonderful day!
April 20th at 3:13 pm
Through laughter and tears, these videos speak a volumes! Thank you for reminding us what is truly important in life and inspiring us to be the best that we can be, even in challenging times!
April 21st at 1:11 pm
AMAZING and INSPIRING collection, worthy of viewing by ALL leaders – not just HR. Thank you!
April 23rd at 4:01 am
Simply awesome. Thanks Alan. Better to watch this every day rather than the depressing news….
April 23rd at 8:29 am
Thank you. Viewing these videos was a great way to start my day.
May 3rd at 1:34 pm
What a lovely collection, truly uplifting and inspirational to just be the best we can be.
Thank you!!
May 7th at 12:45 am
WOW!!! Thank you for these wonderful, inspirational moments. They have renewed my spirit! It is interesting how sharing difficulty, success and heartache can touch our life like nothing else can. The human story is meant to be told so that we value the journey and those we meet along the way. Thank you once again.
May 11th at 4:37 am
excellent vedios…really inspiring…thanks for sharing
May 14th at 1:58 am
Very inspiring collection. Thank you for bringing them together. Especially the Britain got talent one.
Regards
May 14th at 12:28 pm
Extraordinarily amazing!!!!!!!!
Thank you for this eye awakening session with these wonderfull videaos.
Thank you.
August 10th at 10:38 am
Fantastic Collection!!!
May 12th at 4:17 am
Great Videos…….
June 14th at 1:43 pm
This is a great video about social recruiting!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pjuV5zUlMc
July 2nd at 11:00 am
Amazing, very very interesting and Motivational….
Very informative…
Thanks a lot Mr.Alan collins.
July 28th at 7:12 am
Awesome Alan! Truely motivational thatz all I can say. Great.
October 13th at 3:50 pm
Here is a fun, interactive video which includes a great 80′s reference to the Pina Colada Song. http://www.ultiproexperience.blogspot.com/
November 5th at 6:29 am
teriffic ..will share with team and folks..!
November 10th at 10:28 pm
These are great videos; thank you for compiling and sharing! My favorites: 1,2,3,6 & 7. Very inspirational and motivational. I have forwarded to my HR networks and others to enjoy as well!
April 5th at 10:34 pm
Awesome! Thanks for sharing
June 6th at 11:33 am
Excllent videos. Really wonderful. Thanks for sharing. Not only for the HR. For all leaders.
September 15th at 11:37 pm
What gifts, and reminders to be true to our hearts and souls. Inspiring for all humans, not just HR. Many thanks!
January 26th at 2:02 pm
Good collection indeed…. Must say – every one must learn from these (being an HR)
January 31st at 9:04 am
Thanks for sharing !! A must watch …thanks again
February 3rd at 1:24 am
simply great!
February 3rd at 2:10 pm
Fantastic. Truly touching and greatly inspirational. Thanks for sharing
February 3rd at 3:22 pm
Very touching and inspirational. We need a boost at Kodak , and I shared with our HR community, they have all been touched and in the words of one of us, It Made My Day in a Very Difficult time for us all. Thank you for raising our Spirt in Life and Humanity.