This episode features Part 1 of a conversation with Bukky Osifeso, founder of TAG HR Consulting. 

From building people-first cultures at Netflix and Disney to launching her own game-changing consultancy, Bukky is redefining what modern HR leadership looks like. With over 20 years of experience across some of the world’s most respected brands, she brings a rare blend of big-company insight and startup agility to everything she touches.

In Part 1, Bukky shares what it actually takes to become a trusted advisor to the C-suite. She breaks down how to build credibility early in your career, gain business fluency without a seat at the executive table, and show up human-to-human, not just as an HR enforcer. From navigating late-night Slack pings to designing high-trust relationships that drive strategic impact, Bukky offers a blueprint for becoming the right hand your CEO didn’t know they needed. Whether you’re new to HR or looking to lead with more influence, Bukky’s approach will help you skip the posturing and earn a real seat at the table.

Guest Bio

Bukky Osifeso is a seasoned HR executive and the founder of TAG HR Consulting, a boutique firm specializing in Fractional HR leadership and end-to-end people solutions for startups and small to mid-sized businesses. TAG helps organizations build scalable HR infrastructure, shape impactful people strategies, and cultivate strong leadership cultures through tailored consulting, audits, organizational design, talent development, and strategic advisory support.

With over 20 years of experience, Bukky has held influential roles across leading global brands including 7.5 years at Netflix, 11 years at Disney, and 2.5 years at Amgen. Her career has been anchored in transforming organizations through purpose-driven leadership, people-first strategies, and a deep understanding of business operations.

Based in Valencia, California, Bukky is a proud wife and mom of three (ages 12, 8, and 4). Outside of work, she finds joy in daily walks (Over 500 days!), travel, and creating floral arrangements that reflect her creative spirit. Her leadership brand? Authentic and human. Period.

Guest Quote

“ I always say this thing where I wanna be the HR person that I will call when I have a need. I love that. So I need to be able to trust me every time I look in the mirror.”

Time Stamps

[00:41] Meet Bukky Osifeso: From Netflix & Disney to TAG HR

[02:13] Big Company Lessons That Still Shape Her Leadership

[03:45] Building Credibility: Why HR Ops Still Matters

[05:32] Becoming the Exec’s Trusted Advisor (Without Saying Yes to Everything)

[09:32] What Early-Career HR Gets Wrong About Influence

[11:26] How to Speak the Language of the Business

[14:21] Real Access, Real Talk: Building Human-First Partnerships

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