Episode Summary:In this episode of "The Hearth," Candice explores the connection between sustainable farming practices and human resources, highlighting the parallels between the two fields. She emphasizes the importance of sustainable systems in both farming and the workplace, critiquing how the industrialization of work often clashes with natural human rhythms. Drawing on her HR experience with a sustainable restaurant group in Santa Cruz, Candice discusses how lessons from biodynamic farming can inspire healthier, more sustainable work environments.
Key Topics Discussed:
Sustainable Farming & HR: Connecting biodynamic farming principles to HR practices.
Local Sourcing: The role of locally sourced food in sustainability.
Parallels Between Farming and Work: Analogies between industrial farming and work practices.
Sustainable Work Practices: Balancing workloads, hybrid environments, and grounding in the workplace.
Work-Life Balance: Challenges of balancing work with caregiving responsibilities.
Recommended Reads: "Epitaph for a Peach" by David Masumoto and "The Lean Farm."
Takeaways:
The need to rethink traditional work practices to better align with the current environment and workforce needs.
How the principles of sustainability in farming can inspire more sustainable and human-centered practices in the workplace.
Practical advice on creating a more connected and grounded work environment, even in hybrid or remote settings.