Hr Works: The Podcast For Human Resources

Guest: Ann Marie Morris, President, AM Morris Consulting What are HR teams looking to achieve when building mentorship programs and offering career-coaching resources to their employees? Are unrealistic expectations being put on mentorship programs serving as a 'magic bullet' and the easy solution to the demand for career development resources? Where do these employer-backed mentorship programs often come up short on their R.O.I.? In this latest episode of the HR Works Podcast, Ann Marie Morris, President of AM Morris Consulting, returns to help us take a closer look at the impact and effectiveness of employer-led mentorship programs. Widely viewed as a go-to option for supporting employee learning initiatives and career growth resources, Ann Marie explains why the traditional approach to mentorship may not the optimal solution for HR teams and organizations, and offers alternative approaches for HR teams to consider when building professional development and career-coaching resources for their employees.

Low levels of employee engagement have a negative effect on productivity, retention, wellbeing, and more. So, what can leaders do to keep their workforce engaged? Shannon Gabriel, Vice President of Leadership Solutions at TBM Consulting, shares her advice and best practices.

While most of us would never dream of ostracizing our coworkers—especially those who have been historically excluded in the workplace because of their perceived “otherness”– many people routinely feel left out of workplace culture. According to DEI strategist Amri B. Johnson, it’s because truly good people, who wholeheartedly support diversity, equity, and inclusion, don’t go far enough to show they care. He notes that, “real inclusion is rooted in what’s in our hearts, but it must live in our daily actions.” That good intentions aren’t enough, and while leaders can set the tone for everyone to follow, caring peer-to-peer interactions make the biggest positive impact. Listen in as we discuss his new book: Reconstructing Inclusion: Making DEI Accessible, Actionable, and Sustainable. Reconstructing Inclusion offers a guide to better understanding the historical context of inclusion, a rethinking of the efforts organizations are undertaking now, and an actionable, robust approach to carrying this work into the

Has the perception of workplace romance evolved in recent years? What are some of the common challenges that HR teams still run into with romantic office relationships, and how can the introduction of 'love contracts' provide a practical, effective solution to HR teams looking to implementing workplace romance policies and best practices? In this latest episode of the HR Works Podcast, we are joined by Vanessa Matsis-McCready, Vice President of HR Services and Associate General Counsel at Engage PEO, to discuss what employers need to know about having an up-to-date, 'Gen Z-proof' love contract that establishes clear, realistic guidelines to building a practical workplace romance policy that protects both employers and employees.

or this episode of A Seat at the Table, I’m joined by Ryan Whitacre and Toya Lawson, partners at executive search firm Bridge Partners LLC. Ryan and Toya have joined to share valuable insights from Bridge Partners’ recently commissioned survey of C-Suite leaders and HR decision-makers on DEI. Listen in as we discuss the firm’s inaugural DEI Barometer survey and some of the key findings, which include: - 80% of Large Employers See DEI Programs as Positive - 88% of Large Employers See DEI Programs as Necessary - 96% of Large Employers Believe DEI is the Most Impactful Social Impact Initiative - 60% of large company leaders use an increase of racially and ethnically diverse employees as a metric of success for DEI programs.

Sandra Moran, CMO of WorkForce Software, joins HR Work Break to discuss “Super Sick Monday” and why employers need to embrace flexible, empathetic management strategies.

Guest: Vicki Salemi, Career Expert at Monster What is causing so many employees to have this ‘wandering eye’ in 2024 and consider these new career opportunities? Are the same factors in play that we saw driving the Great Resignation back in 2021 or are we looking at something entirely different? And most importantly, what can organizations and their HR teams do to ‘re-recruit’ their existing talent and make them want to stay? Monster’s very own career expert, Vicki Salemi, returns to the HR Works Podcast to help us take a closer look at what the 2024 Work Watch Report. Vicki explains why a reported 57% of recruiters will be shifting their focus to retention strategies over acquisition in the coming year, and we discuss some key areas of the employee experience that matter right now for prospective talent and existing employees. And don't miss as Vicki offers some effective strategies for HR teams to consider when re-recruiting and reengaging their existing workforce!

Guest: Jason Cerrato, Vice President of Market Strategy at Eightfold Why should talent intelligence be a top priority for HR leaders as they build out their tech stack for 2024? What advantages can HR teams gain from utilizing talent intelligence in their people operations functions and how do those advantages translate up at the C-suite? Organizations have access to more data than ever before! So, how can HR teams and their organizations use that information to make more informed strategic decisions regarding one of their most prized resources…their talent? In this latest episode of the HR Works Podcast, Eightfold‘s VP of Market Strategy, Jason Cerrato, joins to help us take on these question and take a closer look at the emergence of talent intelligence as an essential tool in winning the talent battle. Listen as Jason shares key metrics that HR teams should be paying attention to when using talent intelligence and how to build a case for buy-in from key decision makers can start with shifting to a mind

As HR pros adapt to the ins and outs of artificial intelligence, compliance is top of mind for most leaders. In the past year alone, President Biden issued an executive order that seeks to manage the risk of AI and the EEOC created a resource on AI and its relation to Title VII of Civil Rights Act. Tune in for best practices for AI compliance in 2024!

Guest: Lauren Winans, CEO and Principal HR consultant of Next Level Benefits How has the growth and embrace of pay transparency impacted the hiring process in 2024? Does pay transparency offer more to organizations than just checking-box for compliance, and what are the common concerns that accompany pay transparency for HR teams? In this latest episode of the HR Works Podcast, Next Level Benefits’ Lauren Winans returns for a conversation about the impact pay transparency is having across HR and hiring teams, and its emergence as a compliance trend within the modern workforce. Listen as Lauren discusses the benefits employers can draw from embracing a proactive and productive pay transparency process and conversely, how it can ‘go off the rails’ when not treated with intentionality and proper communication across an organization’s prospective and existing workforce.

2023 was a whirlwind for the HR industry. We saw everything from massive tech layoffs, return to office mandates, back-peddling on DEI efforts, AI and tech advancements that threatened some jobs, and so much more. Because of the way these messages and announcements were delivered, buzz words like emotional intelligence, empathy, kindness, and gratitude were tied to not only the workplace, but also leadership. In this episode of Pages, Jann Freed – author, leadership development coach and speaker, joins to discuss her book “Leading with Wisdom: Sage Advice from 100 Experts.” This book aims to help leaders integrate the best of themselves and their lives into the tasks and roles of leaders. Listen in as we discuss leadership do’s and don’ts, why excelling as a leader has much to do with self-management and overcoming one’s ego, and more.

Guest: Jessica Artz, Executive Vice President and CHRO of ViaPath Technologies What is second-chance hiring, and could it be your solution for overcoming hiring challenges and opening up a new talent pipeline in 2024? In this latest episode of the HR Works Podcast, Jessica Artz, Executive Vice President and CHRO of ViaPath Technologies, helps us take a closer look at second-chance hiring and the opportunities these programs can create for hiring teams in search of their next great wave of talent. Listen as Jessica addresses some of the misconceptions that often challenge second-chance hiring programs, while offering the major benefits that introducing second-chance and fair-chance hiring can provide to an organization’s DEI and ESG efforts, in addition to opening an untapped market of talent.

Timothy Flacke, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Commonwealth, joins to discuss how employers can support their workers’ financial wellbeing, the impact of the Secure Act 2.0, and more!

Guest: Jesse Meschuk, Senior Advisor at Exequity How have employee expectations around total rewards changed going into 2024? What non-cash benefits should hiring teams be considering to keep up in the compensation ‘arms race’ when competing for talent? And while equity incentive awards once served as a unique way to provide employees value, are they still a viable option in the current economy? If you are been a regular listener of the HR Works Podcast, then you are certainly familiar with Jesse Meschuk (Senior Advisor with Exequity) and the great insight that he’s been providing during his 20+ year career as a member of the HR community. Certainly qualifying for “friend of the podcast” status at this point, Jesse makes his triumphant return to help us prepare for this new year in HR and shares some of the workforce trends that he sees on the horizon for 2024. Listen as we dive into his recent HR Daily Advisor article, and Jesse offers a closer look at how the current economy is changing the viability of

My guest for today’s episode, Monica Davis, has dedicated her professional journey to creating inclusive and equitable workplaces that celebrate diversity and foster belonging. She also has a background in HR management and extensive experience in organizational and leadership development. Currently, she serves as the Director of Talent Experience, DEIB at software development company EngageSmart, where she leads with unwavering determination and a passion for creating lasting change. Listen in as she shares advice for HR leaders looking to push for positive change in their organizations, why it’s important to reframe the benefits of DEIB, and more.

Originally shared as part of our HR Learning & Development Week, listen as Dr. Trish Holiday, VP of HR and Corporate Services at Nashville Electric Service, and Kara Hardin, CEO of The Practice Lab, help us take a closer look at how the learning and development space is poised to change and evolve.

How do organizations benefits from building a culture of real-time feedback and regular performance conversations? Does the annual employee performance review process still work in 2024? In this latest episode, Jason Walker, Thrive HR Consulting's Fractional CHRO and Founder, joins for a conversation about the latest trends in employee feedback and how the access real-time information is changing the employee experience. Listen as Jason explains how embracing a culture of constant feedback and actionable data can unlock talent development and a more effective, engaged workforce in 2024. And don't miss as Jason shares the thing that surprised him most from the HR community in 2023, and offers some workforce predictions for the new year.

In the final week of 2023, now is an excellent time for leaders to consider how to best prepare themselves, their teams, and their organizations for a successful New Year. Tune in for HR Work Break’s special end-of-year episode that highlights trending topics in the HR world!

Guest: Ann Marie Morris, President, AM Morris Consulting How has the rise of employee self-service functionality, present in many of today’s latest HRIS and HR software tools, changed the role people operations teams across organizations? What benefits do organizations experience when implementing employee self-service, and are there any specific functions that HR teams should never automate? In this latest episode of the HR Works Podcast, Ann Marie Morris, President of AM Morris Consulting and one of Human Capital Institute’s newest adjunct facilitators, helps us take a closer look at the growth of self-service functionality within HRIS tools, and the impact this technology is having on the HR teams that rely so heavily upon them. Listen as we discuss the appeal of implementing employee self-service and HR task automation across the modern workforce, and ways that organizations and their HR teams can assess the ROI of adopting these employee-first tools. How can teams determine the technology investment i

Sam Zheng, CEO & Founder of DeepHow, joins HR Work Break to discuss the benefits of employee-led training, best practices for employee growth, and L&D trends that will shape the year ahead.