Falling in Love with HR: 16 Professionals Share Why & How They Chose HR as a Career

Some careers are chosen. Others seem to choose you. Human Resources (HR) is a field where professionals often find themselves unexpectedly drawn in—but once they’re in, they wouldn’t have it any other way. With AI-powered recruitment and HR technology solutions evolving, professionals are redefining hiring efficiency, employee engagement, and recruitment workflow automation. But how did they get here? For many, their journey into HR wasn’t always planned. Some transitioned from entirely different fields, while others discovered HR through a mix of curiosity, opportunity, and passion. Here’s how 16 HR professionals found their calling and why they love what they do.

The Unexpected Paths to HR

HR is a field that welcomes people from all backgrounds. Some professionals started in completely different careers before realizing HR was their true calling.

💡 Frantic_Glitter started as a coffee shop owner but found themselves drawn to the hiring and training aspects of their business. That realization led them to pursue a second degree in HRM, sell their business, and step into an HR role focused on AI-driven assessments and automated hiring processes. Today, they've nearly doubled their salary while enjoying the flexibility of recruitment workflow automation.

💡 Canni28 began in sales, transitioned into recruiting, and finally landed in an HR business partner role. Their love for HR grew from helping professionals find the best career opportunities using AI-powered recruitment tools.

The Career Pivoters

Many HR professionals started in entirely different industries but soon realized that HR aligned with their strengths and passions.

🔄 Carnation-nation began as an accountant but quickly realized they hated number crunching. An MBA in HR opened new doors, and now they love their role in talent acquisition strategies, working remotely while leveraging recruitment automation tools.

🔄 EmblemBlue wasn’t actively looking for HR but found themselves handling administrative tasks in a call center. As the company grew, so did their responsibilities—until one day, they realized they were the only HR person managing high-volume hiring. That unexpected experience turned into an 8-year HR career focused on streamlining hiring efficiency with HR technology solutions.

HR: A Passion for People (or Policies!)

HR isn’t just about hiring and firing—it’s about shaping company culture, improving employee engagement, and making a real impact. For some, that’s exactly what drew them in.

❤️ Eaglepoint123 thrives in chaos and loves helping people advance in their careers. They believe AI-driven assessments and bias-free hiring solutions make HR more efficient and fair.

❤️ acos24dy enjoys the variety HR brings—supporting employees through job offers and promotions while also navigating tougher moments like terminations and workplace conflicts. The ability to make data-driven hiring decisions through recruitment automation tools keeps the job exciting.

❤️ BrayOfMyHeart_I-AM humorously admits they got into HR out of pure curiosity—"I was just very nosy and wanted to know everyone’s salaries and write-ups." Sometimes, curiosity leads to great things—especially when combined with HR tech innovation.

No matter how they got here, HR professionals share a deep passion for what they do. Whether they stumbled into it, pivoted from another field, or always knew it was their calling, HR became more than just a job—it became a career they truly love. 🚀 Want to read more real-life HR love stories? Head over to our Instagram and dive into the full collection! Click here to explore. 💬 Do you have your own HR love story? Share it with us in the comments or DM us on Instagram!