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About the Author

John Englehart Jr. is a Human Resources leader, coach, trainer, and Christian author whose work explores humanity at work, faith in the everyday, and the importance of leading well in the places that matter most. With more than fifteen years of HR experience across federal service, higher education, local government, and private industry, John is passionate about helping people lead with dignity, empathy, courage, and purpose.

John began his career with the U.S. Postal Service as an 18-year-old mail carrier and later started his Human Resources career during his time there. Those early years shaped his belief that every person, no matter their title or role, deserves to be seen, valued, and encouraged. He is the creator of the award-winning EXCELL coaching model, which received the 2022 CUPA-HR National Innovation Award, and a graduate of Leadership Maryland’s Class of 2024.

John is the author of PunkRocker HR and The Sunday Scaries, books that reflect his heart for human-centered leadership, following Jesus in everyday work, and helping people stay steady in the real places where life happens. He has served as guest speaker at conferences and facilitated leadership training workshops. John lives on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with his wife and children, where he continues to write, coach, and champion a more human and faithful way of leading, working, and living.

Published Works

PunkRocker HR

Turning up the Volume on Humanity at Work

The Sunday Scaries

Finding Peace and Purpose at Work While Following God

Go Ask Your Father

30-Day Joint Devotional for Dads and Sons to Pursue Godly Manhood

LAUNCHING SOON

The STEADY Podcast

Coming soon! A weekly podcast where John and a cohost will answer your questions  about workplace conflict and challenges that are keeping you from experiencing peace and purpose in God, and provide guidance and encouragement.

Humanity at Work. Faith in the Everyday. Legacy at Home.

I write for people who want to lead with dignity, follow Jesus in real life, and build something meaningful in the places God has placed them: at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

MATTHEW 6:33 NIV

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