Beyond Membership: What Does It Really Mean to Be Part of a Professional Community?
After attending the EAPM Delegates Assembly 2026 in Athens and being elected to its Board, I returned with an important question: what makes professional association membership truly valuable? In this article, I share my reflections on collaboration, international influence, the future of HR, and why professional communities should measure their success not only by what they offer members, but by what their members achieve together.
HR OpenUP with Arpi Karapetyan | HR Challenges in Armenia| Fishbowl Discussion
What are the biggest challenges facing HR professionals in Armenia today? In this HR OpenUP discussion, I invited members of our professional community to share their experiences, question assumptions and explore the realities of people management in Armenia, from AI and recruitment to leadership, organizational culture and employee retention.
When Many Choices Still Do Not Feel Like Choice
We often believe that more options automatically create more freedom. Yet psychology tells a different story. In this article, I explore why too many choices can create uncertainty, inaction, and fragmentation, and why meaningful choice requires not only options, but also clarity, direction, and a sense of agency.
HR OpenUP with Arpi Karapetyan | Motivation | Fishbowl Discussion
In this HR OpenUP discussion, we explore one of the most important questions in people management today: what truly motivates people at work? Together with HR professionals, we challenge traditional views on motivation and discuss how employees increasingly choose where to invest their energy, attention, and commitment.
Message to the Armenian HR Community | International HR Day 2026
On International HR Day 2026, I reflect on the remarkable journey of the Armenian HR community – from its early days to becoming a respected professional network with a growing international voice. This message is about community, collaboration, professional growth, and the responsibility we share in shaping the future of people management in Armenia and beyond.
EQ is not enough. I propose we start talking about EM
Emotional intelligence has become a standard in leadership development, but it is no longer enough. In my work, I see leaders who understand emotions well, yet still avoid the decisions that matter. This article introduces emotional maturity as a deeper leadership capacity – the ability to stay with reality, carry its emotional cost, and act consciously.
Before You Decide, Ask This One Question
In leadership, the biggest cost rarely comes from bad intentions – it comes from misdiagnosing the situation. In this article, I explore how distinguishing between simple, complicated, complex, and chaotic realities can transform decision-making. Sometimes the most powerful leadership move is not acting faster, but understanding what you are truly facing.
Small Talks About Big Work Myths
In many careers, we stop asking whether something makes sense and start asking whether it is normal. This article explores the workplace myths we quietly obey – about hard work, loyalty, productivity, and conflict – and the hidden costs they carry over time. Real growth begins when we stop normalizing discomfort and start questioning what it is costing us.
Expert’s answer: How Leaders Grow: Careers, HR, and the Truth About Training
In this insightful ЧайКО podcast episode, I share honest reflections on what it takes to grow as a leader. The conversation explores career development, modern HR, real training impact, and how managers transform from operational roles to strategic ones. From systems thinking to emotional maturity, this is a must-watch for leaders, HRs, and changemakers across the region.
HR in 2026: The End of Safe HR
2026 is not just another year in HR – it is a turning point. Safe HR, the one that advised without ownership, is fading. What replaces it is accountable HR – bold, data-backed, and deeply involved in shaping how decisions are made. This article is my forecast for what’s ahead. Spoiler: the human in HR is not disappearing – it is growing sharper, stronger, and more essential than ever.