What Integrity Looks Like in Real Life HR | Kayla Freeman | The Power Of Integrity Podcast

What happens when you put people before profit and actually mean it? 

In this episode of The Power of Integrity, host Ralph Adamo sits down with Kayla Freeman, Founder & CEO of Humanity HR Consulting, to unpack what integrity really looks like in the often misunderstood world of HR.

From walking away from lucrative client contracts to standing up for her team in high-stakes situations, Kayla shares how transparency, values-driven leadership, and Midwest roots shaped her approach to people and business. She talks about what it means to be the kind of HR partner companies trust, not just to stay compliant, but to create cultures where people thrive.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or just trying to lead your team the right way, this episode is packed with insights on doing the hard right thing, even when no one’s watching.

 

In this episode, you’ll discover:

✅ Why real HR leadership means putting humanity before convenience

✅ How integrity affects client retention, branding, and team morale

✅ What it takes to make values-based decisions, even when they cost you revenue

 

🎙 Podcast Quote:
"It's not just about following the law, it’s about doing the right thing, even when the law says you don’t have to." – Kayla Freeman

 

If you care about building a healthy culture and protecting your people, this episode will remind you why integrity isn't a tagline, it's a leadership tool. 

 

Connect with Kayla Freeman:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayla-bartel-freeman-0429a353/ 
• Social Media: @humanityhr 
• Website: www.humanityhr.com
• Email: info@humanityhr.com 

Connect with Ralph Adamo:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralph-adamo/ 
• Website: http://www.integrityiwm.com/ 
• Website: https://www.integrityatwork.com/ 
• Podbean: https://thepowerofintegrity.podbean.com/ 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integritywealthmanagement9812 

 

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Disclaimer: 

Ralph Adamo is registered with and securities are offered through Kovack Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, 6451 N. Federal Highway, Suite 1201, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. Tel: 954-782-4771. Investment advisory services are offered through Kovack Advisors, Inc. Integrity Wealth Management is not affiliated with Kovack Securities, Inc. or Kovack Advisors, Inc.

 

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