Whenever I ask people questions about the future on the podcast, I always caveat the question by saying that no one can predict the future. However, you can develop tools, knowledge and techniques to give you strategic foresight to plan for the future. Once you start properly planning for the […]
Mastering the Art of Communication – Insights from Jane Hanson
Effective communication extends beyond our words. In this episode of Transform Your Workplace, host Brandon Laws is joined by Jane Hanson, an Emmy award-winning television journalist and communication coach. The two unravel the secrets to good communication, from clarity and body language to the challenges of conveying your message via […]
Workplace Movie Hall of Fame: Barbie
Workplace Movie Hall of Fame: Barbie Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish Steed This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes.Think stress-free payroll isn’t possible? Think again. Whether you need to simplify your […]
Something Illegal Brewing at Starbucks
Who ordered the Venti Peppermint Mocha Latte topped with discouraging of union activity? Anyone? In today’s story, Chuck and John ‘spill the beans’ on a an issue that ‘brewed’ among a group of employees at Starbucks. This story goes into the ripple effects that can spread when basic communication breaks down and employees have collective issues with company practices.Updates from the Team at HR Stories:Holiday parties webinarHR Kitchen Table – open conversations to help HR professionalsIn the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more:Unemployment rates changingUpdates that can increase budgets for employers involving exempt employee classification – Important to pay attention to!A guide to calling in sick (https://money.usnews.com/careers/articles/a-guide-to-calling-in-sick)Texting dangers when handling important employment mattersSupport the showThe Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale – take $100 off …only $79 ) Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don’t forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at TheTeam@HRstoriesPodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.
Ramping Up Career Websites with Jim Taylor
In this episode, we talk about ways to develop and enhance career websites. Bill’s guest this time is Jim Taylor, Managing Director of HappyDance, a Ph.Creative company. HappyDance is an enterprise careers site platform with a mission to elevate your employer brand at every turn! Jim is a digital innovator […]
Embracing Vulnerability: Unlocking Resilience in the Business World with Colonel Charlie Davis, Part 1
CLICK MP3 LINK BELOW TO STREAM AUDIO In another enlighening episode of Better Leaders, Better Workplaces, host Vivian Blade invites Colonel Charlie Davis, a retired military intelligence expert, to delve into the untapped potential of vulnerability in leadership. Together, they uncover the transformative impact of embracing personal resilience, fostering authentic […]
299: Framework for Success: How to Guide Change Effectively
Welcome back to another episode of the Leadership with Heart podcast! I’ve always believed that culture is the beating heart of any organization. It’s what drives behaviors, shapes attitudes, and determines the way we work together toward a common goal. So, the question is: How do we transform that culture […]