HR Means Business 8: The Rise of Career Experience as an HR Priority Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Nick Holmes, Head of Career Experience at Fishawack Health In this episode Mervyn talks to Nick Holmes, Head of Career Experience at Fishawack Health, on the emergence of career experience as a specialism, what it covers, and how it helps improve engagement, wellbeing and retention.  They discuss:  - What is Career Experience and how has the thinking around it evolved? - What internal challenges does career experience address - The concept of 'Talent Hotbeds' - What should the career experience journey look like for a new recruit in the early stages of their career - Initiatives to to help support and improve employee wellbeing Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Empowering Your Workforce: Oracle Grow and the Future of Employee Development Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Chris Havrilla, VP of Product Strategy, Oracle This week on the HR Happy Hour Show, we were joined by Chris Havrilla to talk about innovations in Oracle's talent management technology. - Oracle Grow: empowering leaders and enhancing the employee experience - The evoluation of skills across an organization - How technology is changing the employee experience and how organizations operate This was a really interesting show, thanks to Chris for joining us!  Learn more about Oracle HCM Learn more about Oracle ME   Oracle's Decision Dilemma Study Tune in to Oracle's webinar to learn more about Oracle Grow Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

Gen Z Unplugged: Exploring Dream Destinations, Music Trends, Sports, and More! Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer chat about many of the trends in the Gen Z world. - Top ten cities Gen Z is moving to - Next big trends in music - Update on college basketball predictions  - Game time! Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Exploring the Future of Human Capital: Insights on Talent Management in 2023 Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Michael Ehret, Head of Global Talent Management, Johnson & Johnson 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. As the workplace continues to evolve, businesses are being forced to adapt and innovate to meet the challenge. Our fifth annual workforce trend study will help you understand this year’s top business challenges — and set your strategic priorities. Get the report, 2023 Priorities for Business Leaders: Trends, Insights, and Ideas for an Evolving Workplace to learn the challenges facing businesses like yours and how you don’t have to go it alone. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. This week we met with Michael Ehret from Johnson & Johnson to talk about talent management innovations, trends, and themes we will be seeing in 2023. - Preparing your organization for the unpredictable future - The importance of having baseline data for HR leaders - Trends in the recruiting environment - Benefits of working with people with diverse backgrounds Learn more about Johnson & Johnson here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

HR Means Business 7: HR and Hashtag Outrage - Which Trends Will Really Have Impact Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Allie Nawrat, HR Journalist with UNLEASH In this episode Mervyn talks to Allie Nawrat, an award winning senior journalist who produces content that helps HR leaders to make the right decisions. They discuss:  - With so many stories, opinions and research on digital channels how do you identify which ones are insightful and relevant to you - Are 'Quiet Quitting' and 'Bare Minimum Mondays' real trends - what are HR managers actually seeing in their businesses - ChatGPT and conversational AI - are they friends or foe for HR - What's the reality for HR around the debate on Remote, Flexible and Hybrid working - What are likely to be the big HR trends during the rest of 2023   Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Classic Rewind: Increasing Opportunities for People on the Autism Spectrum Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Tim Vogus, Deputy Director, Business Innovations for the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation at Vanderbilt University 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. As the workplace continues to evolve, businesses are being forced to adapt and innovate to meet the challenge. Our fifth annual workforce trend study will help you understand this year’s top business challenges — and set your strategic priorities. Get the report, 2023 Priorities for Business Leaders: Trends, Insights, and Ideas for an Evolving Workplace to learn the challenges facing businesses like yours and how you don’t have to go it alone. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. On this classic rewind episode from 2020, we discussed how employers and HR leaders can better understand the needs of employees and candidates who are on the autism spectrum, how HR and talent management processes can be made more open to and inclusive for people on the spectrum, and how HR leaders can begin to think more openly and expansively about this deep pool of talented people. Learn more about the Frist Center at https://my.vanderbilt.edu/autismandinnovation/ This was a really interesting show, thanks to Tim for joining us! Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Insights: Navigating Employee Relations, Investigations, and Technology Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Deb Muller, CEO & Founder of HR Acuity 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. As the workplace continues to evolve, businesses are being forced to adapt and innovate to meet the challenge. Our fifth annual workforce trend study will help you understand this year’s top business challenges — and set your strategic priorities. Get the report, 2023 Priorities for Business Leaders: Trends, Insights, and Ideas for an Evolving Workplace to learn the challenges facing businesses like yours and how you don’t have to go it alone. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. This week we met with Deb Muller from HR Acuity to talk about the importance of employee relations throughout the entire organization. - The elevation of employee relations and what HR does on a daily basis - Importance of doing employee investigations the "right" way - How HR Acuity helps organizations save on litigation - The impact of technology on HR leaders Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Making the Grade: Navigating Pros and Cons of College vs Trade School for Gen Z Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer Guest: Jake Adams, First Year Apprentice, Carpenter's Union This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talk with their friend Jake Adams about his experience in the trade school apprenticeship program and how it compares to a university. - Cost difference between trade school vs university - Gen Z in the workplace - Importance of skilled-labor jobs - Reverse mentorship Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Inclusion Crusade 11 - How Organizational Layoffs Affect Employee Well-being and Workplace Dynamics Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Charlie Pleasant, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Founder/Executive clinician of The Healing Collaborative Welcome back to the Inclusion Crusade, where I am on a mission to create workplaces where employees feel safe, seen and supported. One episode at a time. This week we are discussing the impact of layoffs in an organization. - The WARN Act: How it helps employees and employers understand their rights and responsbilities - The importance of having resources available during layoffs - The impact of layoffs on the employee's life Connect with Charlie on Twitter @charliepleasant  and on LinkedIn at “Charlie Pleasant LCSW”  Thank you for listening! Remember to subscribe on your favorite podcast app!

Escaping the Odds and Increasing Employment Opportunities for Millions Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Aaron Smith, Founder of Escaping the Odds 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. As the workplace continues to evolve, businesses are being forced to adapt and innovate to meet the challenge. Our fifth annual workforce trend study will help you understand this year’s top business challenges — and set your strategic priorities. Get the report, 2023 Priorities for Business Leaders: Trends, Insights, and Ideas for an Evolving Workplace to learn the challenges facing businesses like yours and how you don’t have to go it alone. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. This week we met with Aaron Smith from Escaping the Odds to talk about second chance hiring of those previously incarcerated. - The importance of mentorship for people who are impacted by incarceration - How business leaders can be more inclusive around opening hiring opportunities - Utilizing more than just a background screening when hiring - Bringing street smarts and common sense to the workplace Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

HR Means Business 6: What is the Role of Employers in Supporting their Employees' Wellbeing Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Marc Holl, Head of Primary Care at Nuffield Health In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to March Holl, Head of Primary Care for Nuffield Health (the UK's largest healthcare charity) about their latest Healthier Nation Index research. They discuss:  - Mental health in the workplace and how to best support it - Recognising when employees may need help - Dealing with anxiety, stress and sleep loss in the face of economic uncertainty - Menopause and the workplace Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

2023 Oscars Preview and Predictions Show Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish McFarlane The 2023 Academy Awards are just around the corner and we can't wait to see who will take home the top awards. On this episode, we break down all the nominees and give our expert predictions on who will win big. From Best Picture to Best Original Song, we've got you covered. Let's get ready for Hollywood's biggest night! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app!

The Play by Play 7: Exploring Virtual Reality, Travel Trends, and March Madness Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer jump into trends and predictions. - Virtual reality in the workplace - Travel trends for Gen Z - Bold predictions for March Madness - Motivation for the week Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Creating Opportunity Through Gender Fair Procurement Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guests: David Latten, Head of Procurement, Logitech 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. The only constant in business is change, and 2023 will be no exception. That’s why hundreds of in-house compliance professionals at Paychex compiled a list of regulatory issues that could impact businesses the most this year to help you prepare. In our guide, find out about federal and state regulations and programs that may affect your business and your employees in the coming year, so you can take appropriate action now. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. This week we met with David Latten from Logitech to talk about how to make progress towards equality through gender fair procurement. - How organizations around the world can make a difference in gender equality - Conversations to have with potential or current suppliers - Relevance of a supplier diversity team - Importance of inclusion across all elements of an organization Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

How Employee Referrals Empower Candidates and Improve Diversity Host: Madeline Laurano Guest: Gerry Crispin, Founder of Career Crossroads In this episode of Radical Research, Madeline Laurano apeaks with Gerry Crispin to discuss employee referrals. - Importance of employee referrals as a source of hire - How to empower candidates to have a fair experience - Cultural nuances of employee referrals - How can employee referral programs enhance diversity in the workplace Thank you for listening to the show! Remember to subscribe on your favorite podcast app!  

The Inclusive Workplace: How Small Steps Create Big Impact Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guests: Charlotte Dales, Co-founder & CEO, Inclusively and Julie Bugala, HR Leader, Edward Jones 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. The only constant in business is change, and 2023 will be no exception. That’s why hundreds of in-house compliance professionals at Paychex compiled a list of regulatory issues that could impact businesses the most this year to help you prepare. In our guide, find out about federal and state regulations and programs that may affect your business and your employees in the coming year, so you can take appropriate action now. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. This week we met with Charlotte Dales and Julie Bugala to talk about how organizations can work to create more inclusive environments and create opportunities for people. - Simplicity of making accomodations in the workplace - How to demonstrate an inclusive environment - Positive outcomes of utilizing a workforce inclusion platform - How small steps can have a significant impact on outcomes and access to opportunities for people with disabilities Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The Play by Play 6 - Sports Recap, AI Advancements, and Higher or Lower Showdown Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer share the latest sports news and events from the Super Bowl, MLB, NBA and March Madness - they cover it all! They also discuss how AI advancements are moving forward and how they feel about losing the human element in the workplace. Lastly, they played a game of "Higher or Lower" - did Nick finally get the win?? Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Classic Rewind: Leading with a Servant’s Heart Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Giovanni Gallo, Co-CEO, Ethico (formerly Compliance Line) 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. The only constant in business is change, and 2023 will be no exception. That’s why hundreds of in-house compliance professionals at Paychex compiled a list of regulatory issues that could impact businesses the most this year to help you prepare. In our guide, find out about federal and state regulations and programs that may affect your business and your employees in the coming year, so you can take appropriate action now. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. On this classic rewind episode from 2020, Giovanni Gallo shared his view on Servant Leadership, its definition, the key differences between Servant Leadership and more traditional leadership approaches, and how HR and business leaders can begin to explore using Servant Leadership principles in their organizations. We discussed the importance of imbibing values of caring in the workplace, how servant leadership is really about making other people’s lives better and more fulfilling, and some of the challenges and barriers that make adopting Servant Leadership a challenge at times. This was a really interesting show, thanks to Giovanni for joining us! Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts

HR Means Business 5: HR's Role as Custodian of Culture, Belonging and Experience Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Sally Sourbron, Chief People Officer at TravelPerk In this episode Mervyn talks to Sally Sourbron, Chief People Officer at TravelPerk, a next-generation business travel platform pioneering the future of business travel. They talk about HR's potential impact as a strategic growth lever - effectively as the business' 'magic ingredient' - and cover culture, belonging, the creation of purpose-led experiences and the role of leaders. - How does the HR function contribute to the organization - HR's reinvention of itself - How to protect culture, and use it for growth opportunities Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Viva Magenta: Exploring the Colors and Trends Behind Pantone's Color of the Year Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Laurie Pressman, Vice President, PANTONE Color Institute 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. The only constant in business is change, and 2023 will be no exception. That’s why hundreds of in-house compliance professionals at Paychex compiled a list of regulatory issues that could impact businesses the most this year to help you prepare. In our guide, find out about federal and state regulations and programs that may affect your business and your employees in the coming year, so you can take appropriate action now. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. This week we met with Laurie Pressman of the PANTONE Color Institute to talk about the 2023 color of the year - Viva Magenta.  - Impact of color in the workplace - Factors in determining the PANTONE color of the year - How color can be used as a differentiator in your organization - Exploring our favorite previous colors of the year Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Inclusion Crusade 10 - Breaking the Cycle: Examining the Effects of Toxic Culture (Part 2) Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Charlie Pleasant, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Founder/Executive clinician of The Healing Collaborative Welcome back to the Inclusion Crusade, where I am on a mission to create workplaces where employees feel safe, seen and supported. One episode at a time. In preparation of Black History Month, I have been focused on talking about black women who have faced hardship, job loss due to their outspokenness online about racial incidents in their workplace. And as I wrapped up this series with my final interview, I realized that there was one more story that I needed to tell. And that was my own. Today, I have the wonderful privilege of being interviewed by Charlie Pleasant and she will help me to tell my personal story and discuss the effects of toxic culture on our wellbeing. Connect with Charlie on Twitter @charliepleasant  and on LinkedIn at “Charlie Pleasant LCSW”  Leading In Color podcast episode: https://leadingincolorpodcast.libsyn.com/website/radical-self-care-during-covid-19-leading-in-color-s2-ep-26 Thank you for listening!

Inclusion Crusade 9 - Breaking the Cycle: Examining the Effects of Toxic Culture (Part 1) Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Charlie Pleasant, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Founder/Executive clinician of The Healing Collaborative Welcome back to the Inclusion Crusade, where I am on a mission to create workplaces where employees feel safe, seen and supported. One episode at a time. In preparation of Black History Month, I have been focused on talking about black women who have faced hardship, job loss due to their outspokenness online about racial incidents in their workplace. And as I wrapped up this series with my final interview, I realized that there was one more story that I needed to tell. And that was my own. Today, I have the wonderful privilege of being interviewed by Charlie Pleasant and she will help me to tell my personal story and discuss the effects of toxic culture on our wellbeing. Connect with Charlie on Twitter @charliepleasant  and on LinkedIn at “Charlie Pleasant LCSW” Leading In Color podcast episode: https://leadingincolorpodcast.libsyn.com/website/radical-self-care-during-covid-19-leading-in-color-s2-ep-26 Thank you for listening!

New Strategies for Workplace and Personal Success in 2023, featuring PILOT Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Ben Brooks, Founder & CEO, PILOT 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. The only constant in business is change, and 2023 will be no exception. That’s why hundreds of in-house compliance professionals at Paychex compiled a list of regulatory issues that could impact businesses the most this year to help you prepare. In our guide, find out about federal and state regulations and programs that may affect your business and your employees in the coming year, so you can take appropriate action now. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. This week we met with Ben Brooks from PILOT to talk about finding success in the new year by building in new strategies for personal and professional growth. - Employee disconnection and what to do about it - Goal setting and how to achieve your goals - How technology can help the process - Employee experience in the remote/hybrid workplace Learn more from PILOT here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!  

The Play by Play - Reverse Mentorship: Transforming the Workplace for the Better Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer Guest: Tawanna Myers, Chief People & Culture Officer, Big Brothers Big Sisters This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talk with Tawanna Myers from BBBS about the importance of reverse mentorship and what it means to Gen Z. - Background of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America - Effects of mentorship on daily life - Tips for matching mentors to their "little" - Reverse mentorship in the workplace Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

WorkTech episode 2 - Beamery Announces $50M Series D and Becomes Work Tech’s Newest Unicorn Host: George LaRocque, WorkTech Founder Guest: Abakar Saidov, CEO & Co-Founder, Beamery Beamery CEO and Co-Founder Abakar Saidov discusses their $50 million Series D Round and $1 billion unicorn valuation with WorkTech Founder George LaRocque. Along with the details of the funding round, in this interview you'll learn about: - The timing of the deal - Beamery’s success with Fortune 500 clients - Their evolution into talent lifecycle management - What Abakar sees for Beamery and the market in the future, and much more Thank you for joining the show today! Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

The Creative Workplace: Lessons from an NYC Tattoo Shop Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Mikhail Anderson, Founder of First Class Tattoo, NYC 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. The only constant in business is change, and 2023 will be no exception. That’s why hundreds of in-house compliance professionals at Paychex compiled a list of regulatory issues that could impact businesses the most this year to help you prepare. In our guide, find out about federal and state regulations and programs that may affect your business and your employees in the coming year, so you can take appropriate action now. Visit paychex.com/awia to check it out, today. This week we met with Mikhail Anderson from First Class Tattoo to talk about how the perception of tattoos in the workplace has evolved through the years. - Challenges of being an entrepreneur in New York City - Workplace issues across different type of organizations - Advantages of allowing visible tattoos to workplace culture - Future of the tattoo industry To learn more about First Class Tattoo - visit here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

HR Means Business 4: Making Remote and Flexible Work Successful for our People Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Gemma Dale, Senior HR Lecturer and Researcher at Liverpool John Moores University In this episode Mervyn talks to Gemma Dale, who is a senior HR lecturer and researcher at Liverpool John Moores University and previously a senior HR professional. She is also regarded as one of the UKs most Influential HR thinkers and is a two time author of books about remote and flexible working.  - Evolution of remote, flexible, and hybrid work - Impact remote work has on wellbeing - How managers can address the transition to flexible work Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Building a Strong and Impactful DEI Strategy for 2023 Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Thushyanthi (Thushy) Muruges, Equitable Design Lead, People & Experience at Culture Amp 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. Even the most seasoned professional can easily be overwhelmed by the critical tasks that need to be done during year-end. Download the Paychex Year-End Checklist to get organized. In it you’ll find timely tips, important deadlines, and advice backed by decades of experience to help navigate this time of year, so you don’t lose momentum as you transition to 2023. Visit paychex.com/awia to download your copy, today. This week we met with Thushy Muruges from Culture Amp to talk about the importance of building a DEI strategy for the new year that is impactful to your organization. - The role of an Equitable Design Lead -  DEI throughout the employee journey and advice for those who want to be an influence within their organization - Challenges in implementing DEI initiatives - Importance of looking at employee needs holistically including how remote workers fit in To learn more about DEI strategies from Culture Amp - visit here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The Play by Play 4 - Year in Review and Predictions for 2023 Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer share the 2022 year in review from top music, sports, movies, games, and news. Nick shares who he is the #1 fan of, and the Jack discusses the movie you don't want to see. Ready for some 2023 predictions? We have some good ones - listen in! Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

HR Happy New Year 2023! Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane 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. Even the most seasoned professional can easily be overwhelmed by the critical tasks that need to be done during year-end. Download the Paychex Year-End Checklist to get organized. In it you’ll find timely tips, important deadlines, and advice backed by decades of experience to help navigate this time of year, so you don’t lose momentum as you transition to 2023. Visit paychex.com/awia to download your copy, today. This week on a special LIVE episode, Trish and Steve kick off 2023 and talk all things New Year 2023 - the Rose Parade, the Pantone Color of the Year, previews, and predictions. Additionally, we will review 2022 overall - what were the highlights and moments in HR, work, pop culture, sports, and even for us personally and professionally. Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

HR Means Business 3 - How Recognition can Help Improve Employee Wellbeing Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Derek Irvine, Senior Vice President of Workhuman In this episode Mervyn talks to Derek Irvine, Senior VP at Workhuman, about their latest research with Gallup, which highlights the connection between employee recognition and thanks, and overall employee wellbeing. They discuss the links between a culture of authentic and personalized recognition, and an improvement in mental, emotional and social wellbeing. Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Benefits of Building Accessible Workspaces for All - featuring Google Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Tracy Needles, Global Lead for Accessibility & Inclusion, Google 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. Even the most seasoned professional can easily be overwhelmed by the critical tasks that need to be done during year-end. Download the Paychex Year-End Checklist to get organized. In it you’ll find timely tips, important deadlines, and advice backed by decades of experience to help navigate this time of year, so you don’t lose momentum as you transition to 2023. Visit paychex.com/awia to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Tracy Needles from Google, to talk about the importance of building accessible workspaces within your organization. -  Trends in developing an inclusive workspace design - Tips to incorporate more universal design into your space - Thoughtful vs trendy design - Research developments on controlled sensory environments Learn more here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

HR Means Business 2 - Rethinking Our Approach to Work with a New Model for HR Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer, PTHR 'In this episode Mervyn talks to Perry Timms, Chief Energy Officer of PTHR, two time author and the UKs most Influential thinker in HR about how the world of work has changed, and how we can embrace different approaches to work that promote creativity, maximising energy and productivity. Perry also offers his insights on how to use influence to bring leaders with you on the journey, and how he sees the new world of HR. Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

The Journey to Oracle Cloud - featuring Baylor University Hosts: Trish McFarlane Guest: Becky Ivy, Associate Vice President of HR Operations & Solutions, Baylor University This week, we met with Becky Ivy live from the Oracle Cloud World Conference 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada to talk about Baylor University's journey to Oracle Cloud. - Ways to approach change in a large organization - Messaging to a multi-generational employee base - Importance of having all the right "players" at the table when adopting change - Becoming a part of the Oracle community Visit Baylor here or join their team here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Prep for Year-End and Start 2023 the Right Way - featuring Paychex Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Tom Hammond, Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Product Management, Paychex 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. Even the most seasoned professional can easily be overwhelmed by the critical tasks that need to be done during year-end. Download the Paychex Year-End Checklist to get organized. In it you’ll find timely tips, important deadlines, and advice backed by decades of experience to help navigate this time of year, so you don’t lose momentum as you transition to 2023. Visit paychex.com/awia to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Tom Hammond from Paychex, to talk about the importance of giving your business a year-end check-up to start your new year right. -  What to be thinking about as year-end approaches - The importance of partnering with your finance team  - How to re-engage with your team to improve retention - What you need to know when making wage changes in 2022 - Paychex year-end checklist: An important tool to have ready Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The Play by Play 3 - Gen Z Enters the Workforce: What you Need to Know Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer Guest: Elan Divon, Founder & CEO, Divon Academy This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talk with Elan Divon of the Divon Academy about Gen Z entering the workforce and how to prepare. - What is the Divon Academy? - The role technology plays in the life of a Gen Z employee - Importance of universities providing real life experiences - Chasing opportunities vs. climbing the ladder - How is the American Dream changing? Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Work Tech episode 1 - Beeline Acquires Utmost and Leads the Market into Total Talent Host: George LaRocque, WorkTech Founder Guest: Colleen Tiner, SVP Strategy, Product, and Partnerships & Dan Khublall, Director of Product Growth and Strategy In this episode, Colleen Tiner and Dan Khublall join George LaRocque to discuss Beeline's recent acquisition of Utmost and the moves they're making to lead the market to "total talent." - What led to Beeline's acquisition? - Rapidly changing workforce environments and what that means for talent - Supplier and true talent diversity - Why is PII so important to companies? Thank you for joining the show today! Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

The HCM Technology Journey at Heathrow Airport - LIVE from Oracle CloudWorld Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Caroline Knight, Head of Corporate Technology, Heathrow Airport This week, we met with Carline Knight live from the Oracle Cloud World Conference 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. - Heathrow Airport's journey through Oracle implementation - Challenges the travel industry were faced with during the pandemic - Importance of a continuous improvement cycle - Benefits of having the "right" HR Technology system Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The Play by Play podcast - episode 2 Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talk about everything from MLB players and stats, voting, and even play a fun game of "Presidential quote, Kanye West tweet, or Song Lyric." Listen in and join the fun! Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

HR Means Business 1 - Why Belonging and Purpose are So Important for HR Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Robert Ordever, Managing Director at OC Tanner Europe What are the challenges for HR professionals who work in very public facing organisations, that carry high customer and community expectations, in creating engaging cultures? In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Robert Ordever about how he has been able to foster cultures of purpose led engagement and belonging in organisations that are very much in the public eye. They also discuss the best ways to create a thriving, connected and winning workplace culture. Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Caring For Your Employees Through Self-Service: LIVE from isolved Connect Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Karen Steed Guest: Mary Kay Kirgis, HR generalist of Crescent Community Health Center This week, we met with isolved customer, Mary Kay Kirgis, live from the isolved Connect Conference in Nashville, TN. - Overcoming barriers to employment  - How isolved is helping with HR issues at Cresent Community Health Center - Caring for your employees through self-service - Importance of engaging and communicating with your employees Connect with Mary Kay Kirgis at mkirgis@Crescentchc.org Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Elevating Customer Experience Through People at the OKC Thunder Hosts: Steve Boese Guest: Will Syring, Vice President of Corporate Partnerships This week we visited the Paycom Center to meet with Will Syring of the OKC Thunder. We talked about the importance of creating a memorable customer experience and some ways they do this. -  Paycom, the OKC Thunder, and the importance of community partnerships - Creating the vision for the best NBA fan experience  - Training employees with purpose and direction Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

LIVE from isolved Connect: Creating the Link Between HR and Marketing Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Karen Steed Guest: Lina Tonk, Chief Marketing Officer, isolved This week, we met with Lina Tonk, live from the isolved Connect Conference in Nashville, TN. - The link that needs to exist between HR and Marketing - Importance of cross-functional budget and goals - Generational differences and their impact on messaging - How and why to achieve direct communication Connect with Lina Tonk here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

555 – Addressing Burnout: Connecting Work, Life and Self-Care Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Josh Schwede, CEO & Co-Founder, Spotlyfe This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. As you reevaluate your benefits offerings this fall, don't overlook the advantage of having the right 401(k) plan. Havnig the right plan not only can help with employee retention, but can truly serve as a talent magnet for your business. Discover how offering a 401(k) plan can play a vital role in keeping your business competitive, and how you can find the plan for you and your employees. Visit paychex.com/awiaand download Paychex's free guide to 401(k) planning, today.  This week, we met with Josh Schwede from Spotlyfe, to talk about employee burnout and how to put an end to it. -  Breaking the culture of burnout in an organization - Research report on ending the hustle culture in the workplace - Connecting work, life, and self-care - New challenges of being an HR leader today Visit Spotlyfe today to learn more! Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Choosing the Right Tech Tools for Your Company: LIVE from isolved Connect Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Karen Steed Guest: Kimberly Crawford, HR Director at Southeast Mississippi Rural Health This week, we met with isolved customer, Kimberly Crawford, live from the isolved Connect Conference in Nashville, TN. - Challenges of finding a workforce in healthcare - Using HR technology to care for employees  - How automation changes the onboarding process - Empowering employees and making them feel connected Connect with Kimberly Crawford here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

LIVE from CloudWorld:  An Oracle Cloud HCM Update Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Chris Havrilla, VP of Talent Product Strategy at Oracle This week, we met with Chris Havrilla live from the Oracle Cloud World Conference 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. - The HR transformation journey many organizations are going through - Importance of a skills-driven organization - The generational perspective of the workplace today - Making sense of the HR technology landscape and simplifying your strategy Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!  

LIVE from isolved Connect: When Product Innovation Promotes Connection Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Karen Steed Guests: Geoff Webb, VP of Product Marketing & Strategy and Kelli Rico, VP of Product Management & Training This week, we met with Geoff Webb and Kelli Rico live from the isolved Connect Conference in Nashville, TN. - Importance of data-driven decision making - Considerations for the deskless workforce - Accessibility within your organization - Where does sustainability fit in? Connect with Geoff Webb here Connect with Kelli Rico here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

At Work in America - Workplace Movie Hall of Fame: The Field of Dreams Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. As you reevaluate your benefits offerings this fall, don't overlook the advantage of having the right 401(k) plan. Havnig the right plan not only can help with employee retention, but can truly serve as a talent magnet for your business. Discover how offering a 401(k) plan can play a vital role in keeping your business competitive, and how you can find the plan for you and your employees. Visit paychex.com/awiaand download Paychex's free guide to 401(k) planning, today.  This week, we brought back the workplace movie hall of fame to discuss the 1989 movie, The Field of Dreams. - Chasing a dream and what dictates career choice today - Motivation, leadership, and risk taking - Importance of investments in innovation - Celebrating the wins in your workplace Thank you, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to At Work in America wherever you get your podcasts.

549 – LIVE from isolved Connect: Leading the Transformation of Work and Life Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Karen Steed Guests: James Norwood, Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer and Pragya Malhotra, Chief Product Officer This week, we met with James Norwood and Pragya Malhotra live from the isolved Connect Conference in Nashville, TN. - The transformation of work and life in the industry - Supporting your customers with the right technology - Connecting with your employees and boosting engagement - Challenges HR technology is still facing Connect with Pragya Malhotra on Twitter @MalhotraPragya Connect with James Norwood here Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

548 – HR Happy Hour Network: Introducing The Play by Play Podcast Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guests: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer, Podcast Hosts This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. As you reevaluate your benefits offerings this fall, don't overlook the advantage of having the right 401(k) plan. Havnig the right plan not only can help with employee retention, but can truly serve as a talent magnet for your business. Discover how offering a 401(k) plan can play a vital role in keeping your business competitive, and how you can find the plan for you and your employees. Visit paychex.com/awiaand download Paychex's free guide to 401(k) planning, today.  This week we were joined by our newest network podcast hosts, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer, to welcome them to the HR Happy Hour Podcast Network, and introduce their new show, The Play by Play. On this podcast series, they will bring you regular conversations about sports, business, politics, breaking news, and more - all from the perspective of Gen Z. We are thrilled to welcome Jack and Nick to the HR Happy Hour family! Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

547 – HR Happy Hour Network: Introducing the HR Means Business Podcast Host: Steve Boese Guest: Mervyn Dinnen, Podcast Host This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. As you reevaluate your benefits offerings this fall, don't overlook the advantage of having the right 401(k) plan. Havnig the right plan not only can help with employee retention, but can truly serve as a talent magnet for your business. Discover how offering a 401(k) plan can play a vital role in keeping your business competitive, and how you can find the plan for you and your employees. Visit paychex.com/awiaand download Paychex's free guide to 401(k) planning, today.  This week we were joined by Analyst and Author, Mervyn Dinnen, to welcome him to the HR Happy Hour Podcast Network, and introduce his show, HR Means Business. On this podcast series, he will bring you regular conversations with guests from the worlds of Human Resources, Talent and Technology, to help make sense of what is happening and how to plan for success. We are thrilled to welcome Mervyn to the HR Happy Hour family! Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

546 – Employment Without Limits:Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Dr. Jennifer Luebke, Chief Workforce Inclusion Officer, PRIDE Industries This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. As you reevaluate your benefits offerings this fall, don't overlook the advantage of having the right 401(k) plan. Havnig the right plan not only can help with employee retention, but can truly serve as a talent magnet for your business. Discover how offering a 401(k) plan can play a vital role in keeping your business competitive, and how you can find the plan for you and your employees. Visit paychex.com/awiaand download Paychex's free guide to 401(k) planning, today.  This week, we met with Dr. Jennifer Luebke from PRIDE Industries, to talk about creating opportunities for people with disabilities. -  National Disability Employment Awareness Month -  Diveristy, inclusion, and workplace accomodations for those with disabilities -  Background of PRIDE Industries and how they can help -  Recommendations for hiring neurodiverse individuals Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Host: Madeline Laurano Guest: Andrew Flowers, Labor Economist, Appcast In this episode of Radical Research, Madeline Laurano interviews Andrew Flowers, Labor Economist at Appcast, to discuss the jobs report, state of hiring, and layoffs. Andrew answers the tough questions about the possibility of a recession and even, discusses all the VC money pouring into HRTech. This podcast will help you navigate all of the noise around the economy, make you feel empowered, and highlight this red hot labor market!

545 – Unlocking Expertise and Empowering Employees Through Innovative Technology Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Mike Carden, Co-Founder of Joyous This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. As you reevaluate your benefits offerings this fall, don't overlook the advantage of having the right 401(k) plan. Havnig the right plan not only can help with employee retention, but can truly serve as a talent magnet for your business. Discover how offering a 401(k) plan can play a vital role in keeping your business competitive, and how you can find the plan for you and your employees. Visit paychex.com/awia and download Paychex's free guide to 401(k) planning, today.  This week, we met with Mike Carden from Joyous, live at the HR Techology Conference in Las Vegas.  - Background of Joyous and how it unlocks the experise that exists in your workforce -  Importance of conversations to identify issues - Creating an impact on the entire workforce, how they work, and the customers they serve - Memories from previous HR Tech conference events Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

544 – Exploring the Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Julie Walker, Chief Experience Officer, Unboxed Experinces at CBT Group 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. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive. Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives - faster and at scale - while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees. Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Julie Walker from Unboxed Experiences to explore the benefits of practicing mindfulness in the workplace. - Why mindfulness experiences were developed for employees - Importance of mindfulness and wellbeing today - LIVE experience with Trish and Steve - How Unboxed Experiences are helping the community For more information, click here Thank you, Julie, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to At Work in America wherever you get your podcasts.

543 – HR Tech Preview - Supporting the HR Function with Technology featuring Paychex Host: Steve Boese Guest: Alison Stevens, Director of Field HR Services, Paychex This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive. Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives - faster and at scale - while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees. Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Alison Stevens from Paychex for an HR Technology Conference preview. - Latest data from the Paychex Pulse of HR Report  - Tackling stress and burnout within your organization - Flexibility of remote and hybrid work options - How to stay on top of compliance as it evolves Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and we look forward to you joining us at the HR Technology Conference in September! Check out the 2022 agenda online, then register with code SB22F to save $300 on your pass here.

542 – How to Close the Growing Skilled Trade Shortage in the U.S. Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Adam Figueira, VP of Marketing at CourseKey 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. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive. Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives - faster and at scale - while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees. Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Adam Figueira from CourseKey to learn more about how to help close the skilled trade shortage in the U.S. - Meeting the needs of career colleges and trade schools - How trade schools provide a faster path to entrepreneurship - Importance of trade school representation at the high school level - Hiring skilled workers For more information, click here Thank you, Adam, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to At Work in America wherever you get your podcasts.

541 – HR Tech Preview - Creating Great Employee Experience featuring Oracle Host: Steve Boese Guest: Chris Leone, Executive Vice President of Development at Oracle Cloud HCM This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive. Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives - faster and at scale - while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees. Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Chris Leone from Oracle for an HR Technology Conference preview. - How Oracle works with and supports customers as work evolves - The importance of teams throughout the entire organization - Ongoing innovation at Oracle, resulting in a 2022 Top Products Award for Oracle ME - Communication across different types of organizations Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and we look forward to you joining us at the HR Technology Conference in September! Check out the 2022 agenda online, then register with code SB22F to save $300 on your pass here.

540 – Why Should Organizations Include Adoptive Families in Employee Benefit Programs? Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Rita Soronen, President & CEO, Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption 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. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive. Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives - faster and at scale - while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees. Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Rita Soronen from the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption to learn more about how organizations can support adoptive families. - Why is it important for an organization to offer adoption benefits? - Data around adoption rates and companies that offer adoption benefits - Types of benefits that can help employees going through the adoption process - Steps to take when implementing adoption benefits into your existing parental leave program For more information, click here Thank you, Rita, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to At Work in America wherever you get your podcasts.

539 – HR Tech Preview - Compliance & More with Equifax Host: Steve Boese Guests: Sarah Beth Todd, Pre-Sales Leader for the Employer Services & Karen Loiterstein, Vertical Marketing Leader for the Employer Services This episode of the HR Happy Hour is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive. Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives - faster and at scale - while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees. Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Sarah Beth Todd and Karen Loiterstein from Equifax for an HR Technology Conference preview. - How Equifax helps HR leaders solve critical challenges they face today - Ways to simplify the onboarding process and ensure you're "getting it right" - Tips to engage and retain vital lower income workers Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and we look forward to you joining us at the HR Technology Conference in September! Check out the 2022 agenda online, then register with code SB22F to save $300 on your pass here.

538 – Meet the Iconic Budweiser Clydesdales and the Brilliant People Behind Them Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Amy Trout, Ranch Manager at Warm Springs Ranch 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. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive. Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives - faster and at scale - while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees. Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Amy Trout from Warm Springs Ranch to learn more about the Budweiser Clydesdales and the team of people behind the brand. - The education and skills needed to work with the Clydesdales - Levels of preparation and training the horses go through before they can "work" on a hitch - Budweiser Clydesdales origin - Care of the horses from foal to retirement - Internships and career positions with the famous Clydesdale team - And so much more!! Visit   Careers Thank you, Amy, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to At Work in America wherever you get your podcasts.

537 – St. Jude - Supporting People and Connecting Employees to their Mission Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Annette Green, Chief People Officer, ALSAC/St. Jude 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. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive. Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives - faster and at scale - while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees. Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Annette Green to discuss why employees are making the move to mission driven non-profit organizations. - Career journeys from the private sector to non-profit organizations - Importance of the mission behind an organization - Attracting and retaining talent - Creating a culture with a relevant mission - The power of reskilling/upskilling to reduce turnover Thank you, Annette, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to At Work in America wherever you get your podcasts.

536 - Without Limits - Building People Up, One Performance at a Time Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Kati Hassall, Director at Without Limits Dance Company 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. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive.Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives — faster, and at scale — while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees.Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Kati Hassall to talk about working with individuals with disabilities and how to help them achieve their goals. - Without Limits Dance Company background and info - Importance of participating in the performing arts - Inclusion and belonging, and how Without Limits is bringing their performers and the community together - How to support the efforts at Without Limits Learn more here Thank you, Kati, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.   

535 - A Mid-Year, Informative 2022 Status Update with Ben Brooks from PILOT Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Ben Brooks, Founder & CEO, PILOT 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. The current business and hiring environment has redefined what it takes to succeed as an HR professional, requiring HR leaders to adapt and innovate at lightning speed to help their organizations remain competitive.Download the 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR report to discover the tools and tactics your peers are using to deliver on both HR and business objectives — faster, and at scale — while still meeting the evolving needs of their employees.Visit payx.me/PHR2022 to download your copy, today. This week, we met with Ben Brooks to get an update on PILOT, employee retention, development, experience, and more! - First half of 2022 update on PILOT - Hybrid workplaces, and how to create variety where you work - How to incorporate creative, thinking time into your busy schedule - Creating healthy boundaries for disconnection from work - Thoughts on returning to the workplace - What can organizations do to support the LGBTQ community Learn more here Thank you, Ben, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

534 - Creating Healthier, More Civil Workplaces for Everyone Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Catherine Mattice, Founder & CEO, Civility Partners 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. Nearly one-third of U.S. employees say their work schedule still remains unpredictable as a result of the pandemic, a factor they report as having a significant effect on their overall well-being – from causing financial stress, to feeling disconnected from family friends. And, this appears to be affecting younger generations the most.To learn more about these findings, and how you can optimize work scheduling to help better support your employees, visit payx.me/schedules today. This week, we met with Catherine Mattice to discuss workplace bullying and how to stand up and speak out against it. - Workplace bullying and how employee performance is affected - Training leadership on how to address bullying - How to begin the bullying conversation with HR  - Empowering employees to change work culture Learn more here Thank you, Catherine, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

Inclusion Crusade 8 - Developing Skills and Overcoming Obstacles in your Career Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Mercedes Johnson Welcome to the Inclusion Crusade, where I am on a mission to create workplaces where employees feel safe, seen and supported. One episode at a time. Today, I have the wonderful privilege of speaking with Mercedes Johnson, a Talent Acquisition Professional who recently hit the spotlight after a viral incident online. She now has the opportunity to tell her story, and talk about what she has learned, as a part of this series that I'm doing about protecting black women. Connect with Mercedes on  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mercedes.s.johnson.37 Twitter https://twitter.com/speakmercedesj?lang=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%9C%A8mercedes-johnson%E2%9C%A8-3b40a6110/  Thank you for listening!  

At Work in America - Workplace Movie Hall of Fame: The Intern Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane 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. Nearly one-third of U.S. employees say their work schedule still remains unpredictable as a result of the pandemic, a factor they report as having a significant effect on their overall well-being – from causing financial stress, to feeling disconnected from family friends. And, this appears to be affecting younger generations the most.To learn more about these findings, and how you can optimize work scheduling to help better support your employees, visit payx.me/schedules today. This week, we brought back the workplace movie hall of fame to discuss The Intern and all the workplace issues and the themes within it. - Internship, and how it can help your organization - What we can learn while working with co-workers from diferent generations - Interpersonal relationships at work - The lifespan of an organization. What comes after the startup phase? Thank you, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to At Work in America wherever you get your podcasts. 

532 - From Soccer to C-Suite: How Girls Succeed through Sports Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Dr. Gregory Charlop, Physician and Co-Founder of the Women's Sports Forum 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. Nearly one-third of U.S. employees say their work schedule still remains unpredictable as a result of the pandemic, a factor they report as having a significant effect on their overall well-being – from causing financial stress, to feeling disconnected from family friends. And, this appears to be affecting younger generations the most.To learn more about these findings, and how you can optimize work scheduling to help better support your employees, visit payx.me/schedules today. This week, we met with Dr. Greg Charlop, to discuss what top women executives and medical research have learned about the importance of girls participating in sports programs. - The role of sports and leadership activities at a young age - Leadership lessons taught by sports programs - Benfits of caring for your employee's children through flexible schedules, etc. - From Soccer to C-Suite Conference information Learn more here Thank you, Dr. Greg, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

531 - The Gentle Barn: Kindness, Compassion, and Finding Your Place  Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guests: Ellie Laks, Founder of The Gentle Barn 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. Nearly one-third of U.S. employees say their work schedule still remains unpredictable as a result of the pandemic, a factor they report as having a significant effect on their overall well-being – from causing financial stress, to feeling disconnected from family friends. And, this appears to be affecting younger generations the most.To learn more about these findings, and how you can optimize work scheduling to help better support your employees, visit payx.me/schedules today. This week, we met with Ellie Laks, to learn about the importance of teaching kindness and compassion to animals, each other, and our planet. - What is The Gentle Barn and how was it established? - Cow Hug Therapy and how it is used to heal people - How does The Gentle Barn help mental health - How can you help? Learn more here Thank you, Ellie, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

530 - How Scheduling Impacts Employee Mental Health and Work Life Balance Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guests: Alison Stevens, Director of HR Services at Paychex and Jeanne Meister, Executive Vice President at Executive Networks 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. Nearly one-third of U.S. employees say their work schedule still remains unpredictable as a result of the pandemic, a factor they report as having a significant effect on their overall well-being – from causing financial stress, to feeling disconnected from family friends. And, this appears to be affecting younger generations the most.To learn more about these findings, and how you can optimize work scheduling to help better support your employees, visit payx.me/schedules today. This week, we met with Alison Stevens and Jeanne Meister, to learn about new research surrournding unpredictable employee schedules and the impact on employee absenteeism, turnover, productivity, and morale. - Adverse impacts of unpredictable work schedules on full-time and part-time employees - How the pandemic has changed hybrid workers' schedules - Paychex's recommendation on how HR professionals can ensure their business practices comply with the law and also increase scheduling predictability Learn more here Thank you, Alison and Jeanne, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

529 - Supporting Mental Health - How One Person Can Make a Difference Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Maya Smith, Executive Director, Born This Way Foundation 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. Nearly one-third of U.S. employees say their work schedule still remains unpredictable as a result of the pandemic, a factor they report as having a significant effect on their overall well-being – from causing financial stress, to feeling disconnected from family friends. And, this appears to be affecting younger generations the most.To learn more about these findings, and how you can optimize work scheduling to help better support your employees, visit payx.me/schedules today. This week, we met with Maya Smith from Born This Way Foundation, to discuss new research that addresses the importance of mental health support and resources. - Lady Gaga's vision when creating Born This Way Foundation with her mother, Cynthia Germonatta - How the pandemic has altered how we experience work, school, and community. - The Be There Certificate - learn how to support someone in their mental health journey - Results from Born This Way Foundation, surrounding what different generations want from their workplaces Thank you, Maya, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

528 - Secrets to Longevity in the Workplace from legend Shirley Norris (age 92) Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Karen Steed Guest: Shirley Norris, Transportation Project Manager, MoDOT 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. Nearly one-third of U.S. employees say their work schedule still remains unpredictable as a result of the pandemic, a factor they report as having a significant effect on their overall well-being – from causing financial stress, to feeling disconnected from family friends. And, this appears to be affecting younger generations the most.To learn more about these findings, and how you can optimize work scheduling to help better support your employees, visit payx.me/schedules today. This week, we met with Shirley Norris from MoDOT, to talk about changes in the workplace through time. - As the oldest full-time employee in Missouri, Shirley shared a little about how she got started in engineering - Hurdles faced getting into college, and navigating a male dominated field - Changes she has seen in the workforce over the years - The importance of Women in Leadership, and her advice for young women especially in STEM careers - Teamwork, and how we all make a difference Thank you, Shirley, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.  For career opportunities at MoDOT, check out their website  https://mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/mo/transportation/index.html

527 - How to Turn the Great Resignation into the Great Attraction Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Nagaraj Nadendla, SVP of Development at Oracle Cloud HCM This week, we met with Nagaraj Nadendla from Oracle Cloud HCM, to discuss the Great Attraction trend as a continuation of the Great Resignation. - What is the Great Attraction and how will it change the way organizations find talent? - How organizations need to respond to these changes - How technology can help with the transition Thank you, Nagaraj, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

Inclusion Crusade 5 - Protecting Black Women in the Workplace – part 3 Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis, Founder and CEO of 365 Diversity Part 3 of this episode of the Inclusion wraps up a series for Black History Month 2022 focused on Black women in the HR and DEI space who’ve faced threats, loss of employment, and more following viral online incidents. Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis is a community advocate, sociologist and criminologist, educator, and researcher who connects with local, national, and international communities, schools, businesses, and organizations. Born and raised in the city of Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Dennis lived in North Carolina for 17 years and now lives in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Dennis is the Founder and CEO of 365 Diversity. Her company helps change policies and actions, curriculum and class materials for K-12 schools and colleges-universities. This includes changing academic programs, career training, policies and evaluations for medical and health schools, medical and health organizations, and medical and health facilities.

526 - Supporting Veterans in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Graig Paglieri, CEO of Randstad Technologies Group U.S. This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes. The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed how many people work, leaving millions of job seekers reevaluating their priorities and making it vital for employers to find new ways to keep them supported and engaged. That’s why Paychex surveyed more than 600 HR leaders and more than 2,000 employees at different-sized businesses across the U.S. to find out what employers are getting wrong when it comes to the needs of their workforce. What they found was a large discrepancy between what employees want, and what employers think they want, when it comes to their organizations. For a look at why employees say they’re leaving their current companies, and what you should be thinking about in order to attract and retain talent, download their findings here This week, we met with Graig Paglieri from Randstad Technologies Group U.S., to discuss how to support veterans in the workplace through skilling and career development opportunities. - The transition veterans face entering the civilian workforce - Skills and training programs for military members during the transition - The modernized approach to connect the military and corporate world - How HR and business leaders can help Thank you, Graig, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

Inclusion Crusade 5 - Protecting Black Women in the Workplace – part 2 Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis, Founder and CEO of 365 Diversity Part 2 of this episode of the Inclusion kicks off a series for Black History Month 2022 focused on Black women in the HR and DEI space who’ve faced threats, loss of employment, and more following viral online incidents. Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis is a community advocate, sociologist and criminologist, educator, and researcher who connects with local, national, and international communities, schools, businesses, and organizations. Born and raised in the city of Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Dennis lived in North Carolina for 17 years and now lives in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Dennis is the Founder and CEO of 365 Diversity. Her company helps change policies and actions, curriculum and class materials for K-12 schools and colleges-universities. This includes changing academic programs, career training, policies and evaluations for medical and health schools, medical and health organizations, and medical and health facilities.

525 - Supporting Women in Leadership in 2022 Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Jason Lioy, Chief People Officer at Dawn Foods This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes. The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed how many people work, leaving millions of job seekers reevaluating their priorities and making it vital for employers to find new ways to keep them supported and engaged. That’s why Paychex surveyed more than 600 HR leaders and more than 2,000 employees at different-sized businesses across the U.S. to find out what employers are getting wrong when it comes to the needs of their workforce. What they found was a large discrepancy between what employees want, and what employers think they want, when it comes to their organizations. For a look at why employees say they’re leaving their current companies, and what you should be thinking about in order to attract and retain talent, download their findings here This week, we met with Jason Lioy from Dawn Foods, to discuss the importance of supporting women in leadership and building an inclusive workplace and team culture. - Developing skills and strategies that promote leadership - Planned and unplanned consequences of empowering female employees - Importance of leadership accessibility in the workplace - Impacts of this program on team culture To check out Dawn careers, click here Thank you, Jason, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

524 - At Work in America - 2022 Oscars Preview and Predictions Show Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes. The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed how many people work, leaving millions of job seekers reevaluating their priorities and making it vital for employers to find new ways to keep them supported and engaged. That’s why Paychex surveyed more than 600 HR leaders and more than 2,000 employees at different-sized businesses across the U.S. to find out what employers are getting wrong when it comes to the needs of their workforce. What they found was a large discrepancy between what employees want, and what employers think they want, when it comes to their organizations. For a look at why employees say they’re leaving their current companies, and what you should be thinking about in order to attract and retain talent, download their findings here This week on the HR Happy Hour Show, Steve and Trish return with their Annual Academy Awards Preview and Predictions Show. We will break down all the important Oscar categories – Best Picture, Best Director, Best Leading and Supporting Actor and Actress, Best Documentary and share some commentary, opinions, and predictions on who will walk away with the statues on Sunday night. Thank you, for joining us today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

523 - Neurodiversity Hiring: Important Ideas for More Inclusive Organizations Host: Steve Boese and Trish McFarlane Guests: Tracy Powell-Rudy, Integrate Autism Advisors; Dr. Colin Willis, HireVue Sponsored by: HireVue This week, we spoke with Tracy Powell-Rudy and Dr. Colin Willis about how to expand your organization's hiring capabilities in a neurodiverse world. - How the social process of recruiting can be updated to include neurodiverse candidates - Ways our hiring process has changed through the pandemic - Importance of early intervention for autistic individuals - Gamification of assessments and their use in the hiring process Learn more about hiring in a neurodiverse world here  What is the science behind HireVue? Click here Thank you Tracy and Colin, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

Inclusion Crusade 5 - Protecting Black Women in the Workplace – part 1 Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis, Founder and CEO of 365 Diversity This episode of the Inclusion kicks off a series for Black History Month 2022 focused on Black women in the HR and DEI space who’ve faced threats, loss of employment, and more following viral online incidents. Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis is a community advocate, sociologist and criminologist, educator, and researcher who connects with local, national, and international communities, schools, businesses, and organizations. Born and raised in the city of Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Dennis lived in North Carolina for 17 years and now lives in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Dennis is the Founder and CEO of 365 Diversity. Her company helps change policies and actions, curriculum and class materials for K-12 schools and colleges-universities. This includes changing academic programs, career training, policies and evaluations for medical and health schools, medical and health organizations, and medical and health facilities. Follow Dr. Dennis on Instagram at @365diversity    Read Dr. Dennis’s writings on Medium: https://medium.com/kimya-n-dennis Read about Dr. Dennis’s negative experiences on Social Media HERE

522 - How Second Chance Hiring Can Help Your Organization Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Jeffrey Korzenik, Chief Investment Strategist and Author This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes. The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed how many people work, leaving millions of job seekers reevaluating their priorities and making it vital for employers to find new ways to keep them supported and engaged. That’s why Paychex surveyed more than 600 HR leaders and more than 2,000 employees at different-sized businesses across the U.S. to find out what employers are getting wrong when it comes to the needs of their workforce. What they found was a large discrepancy between what employees want, and what employers think they want, when it comes to their organizations. For a look at why employees say they’re leaving their current companies, and what you should be thinking about in order to attract and retain talent, download their findings here This week, we met with Jeff Korzenik, Author of UnTapped Talent: How Second Chance Hiring Works for Your Business and the Community, to discuss the benefits of giving workers with criminal backgrounds a fair chance at employment. - Story of JBM Packaging and their training program for people with criminal records - How second chance hiring can help the labor shortage, and the risks involved - The importance of leadership involvement with second chance hiring - Financial benefits of hiring a candidate that has been "long-term" unemployed Thank you, Jeff, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

Managing Talent in 2022: Keys for Success in the New Year  Host: Steve Boese and Trish McFarlane Guests: Sherri Bartels, Director, HCM Product Strategy and Aman Desouza, Senior Director, Risk Cloud Strategy - Oracle Sponsored by: Oracle This week, we spoke with Sherri Bartels and Aman Desouza about people data security and new advancements at Oracle. - Importance of people data security - Latest updates to Advanced HCM Controls and how they build on the existing solution's capabilities - Why enhanced data security is important to HR leaders and what they should be thinking about in the current compliance landscape - How the Advanced HCM Controls are used, and how they fit into the rest of the Oracle HCM solution To learn more, click here Thank you Sherri and Aman, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 520 - Understanding the DEI Landscape featuring Culture Amp Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Steve Boese Guest: Aubrey Blanche, MathPath and Senior Director of Equitable Design, Product & People at Culture Amp This week, we spoke with Aubrey Blanche from Culture Amp about their latest report on Workplace Diversity, Equity, and Inlcusion. - The diverse workforce of the future, and how it can be supported - Importance of investing in DEI and how this helps the effectiveness of the organization - Initiatives that are most likely to support diveristy, equity, and inclusion - Why collecting data and auditing your performance matters - How connecting with external consultants is correlated with more equitabe and inclusive outcomes Thank you Aubrey, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 519 - Sustaining Company Culture: Insights from the Latest Culture Amp Research Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Steve Boese Guest: Fresia Jackson, Lead Research People Scientist at Culture Amp This week, we spoke with Fresia Jackson from Culture Amp about their latest report on top trends throughout the employee lifecycle. - How the growth of a company impacts culture and engagement - Changes organziations have seen in company culture - Busting generational myths in the workplace - Analysis of engagement survey results - Importance of flexibility over how and when employees work Thank you Fresia, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 518 - Elevating the Employee Experience featuring SAP SuccessFactors Hosts: Trish McFarlane, Steve Boese Guests: Jill Popelka, President and Meg Bear, Chief Product Officer  Sponsored by: SAP SuccessFactors This week, we spoke with Jill Popelka and Meg Bear about company culture, sustainability, diversity, equity, inclusion, and internal mobility. - Helping organizations become more agile, adaptable, and flexible - Importance of internal mobility and how the opportunity marketplace can help - Creativity in the workplace, and why hybrid work is here to stay - What HR leaders need to be thinking about surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion - How dynamic teams will help shape organizations Thank you Jill and Meg, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

Episode 517 - Leveraging Outbound Recruiting to Compete for Talent Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guests: Steven Jiang and Shannon Pritchett, HireEZ (formerly Hiretual) This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with Steven Jiang, CEO and Co-Founder, and Shannon Pritchett, Head of Marketing and Community, from HireEZ to discuss the leave and wellness revolution and how caring for your employees has taken on a whole new power. - What are the problems facing recruiters today? - Why outbound recruiting is the new future - Hiretual's rebranding - introducing HireEZ Thank you, Steven and Shannon, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

Episode 516 - Meeting the Wellbeing Needs of Your Employees Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Polly Nicholas, Senior Vice President, Unum Solutions This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with Polly Nicholas from Unum to discuss the leave and wellness revolution and how caring for your employees has taken on a whole new power. - How employers can show up for their employees - Importance of making care-related benefits a priority - Today's 'leave gap' and how employers are expected to fill that need - Why being human-centric is critically important to the leave journey and how tech plays a role To learn more about Unum, visit them here: Unum on LinkedIn or UnumNews on Twitter Thank you, Polly, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts. 

Episode 515 - Communications, Strategies, and Technologies to Support Modern Work  Host: Steve Boese Guest: Gretchen Alarcon, Vice President and General Manager, HR Service Delivery at ServiceNow This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with Gretchen Alarcon from ServiceNow to talk about how effective employee communication is more important than ever in the new world of hybrid work. - HR tech tools to support effective employee communication  - How to help employees build connections - Importance of easy accessibility to employee needed information - Opportunities through the employee journey to improve two-way communication Thank you, Gretchen, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

Episode 514 - Mental Health in the 'Next Normal' of Work: 2022 Trends Forecast, featuring Lyra Health Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane, Lara Gossman This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with Lara Gossman from Lyra Health to discuss the 2022 Workplace Mental Health Trends Forecast Report. This was a deep dive into what's happening with employee mental health in the workplace, and how employers can best respond to the ongoing mental health challenges.   - Factors that are driving employers to prioritize mental health - Importance of benefits an organization can offer to their employees - Summary of the labor market and how it relates to mental health - How providing learning and education to leaders can help them prioritize, audit, and delegate responsibilities - Does your organization's policies and overall culture prevent or add to employee burnout? Thank you, Lara, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

Episode 513 - Strategies for Workplace and Personal Success in 2022 Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Ben Brooks, CEO & Founder, PILOT This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with Ben Brooks to talk about retention development, employee experience, and trying to fight burnout during the pandemic. - Background of PILOT - Importance of disconnecting from time to time to prevent burnout - Creating employee connection in the remote or hybrid workplace - Performance management strategies for the future - How to give managers the support they need Thank you, Ben, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 512 – Managing Talent in 2022: Keys for Success in the New Year  Host: Steve Boese and Trish McFarlane Guest: Juergen Lindner, Senior Vice President of Marketing for SaaS, Oracle Sponsored by: Oracle This week, we spoke with Juergen Lindner about how the Great Resignation has impacted every business across nearly every country. - What organizations are currently doing successfully to attract and retain talent - Importance of workplace flexibility - Ways that HR technologies can utilize AI to replace repetitive, mundane tasks - How teams at Oracle are thinking about improvements and advancements - The holistic relationship between talent operations, supply chain, and outcomes Thank you Juergen, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 510 - Payroll 2021 Year End Prep and Starting 2022 the Right Way, featuring Paychex Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Tom Hammond, Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Product Management, Paychex This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with Tom Hammond to discuss how to successfully wrap up 2021's payroll requirements and set a smooth foundation for the year ahead. - Key payroll items to remember in December - Importance of having a payroll tech partner - PPP forgiveness update - Informing employees about benefits to share care and concern, part of the human experience Thank you, Tom, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 509 – Attracting and Retaining Talent during the Great Resignation Host: Steve Boese Guest:  Ann Marr, EVP of Global Human Resources, World Wide Technology Sponsored by: Culture Amp This week, we spoke with Ann Marr about the Great Resignation and ways of attracting and retaining talent during this time. - Prioritizing a positive, purpose driven work environment - Importance of offering additional employee benefits - Boosting diversity and inclusion efforts - Supporting local communities and non-profit organizations Thank you Ann, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 508 Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Johnny Caupert, Executive Director of the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with Johnny Caupert to discuss the importance of biotech research in making our world a better, more sustainable place to live. - What is the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center, and why is it important? - Technology advancements in farming, and recruiting strategies into the biotech field - How government policies impact technology Thank you, Johnny, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 507 Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Johnny Caupert This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with Johnny Caupert, School Board Vice President to talk about educational changes since the pandemic began and preparing the next generation for the workforce. - Background of how the educational system transitioned during the pandemic - Importance of bringing in outisde perspective to any organization or team - Process/strategy for crisis management - Unexpected leaders emerging through this transition Thank you, Johnny, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 506 Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guests: Ian Schrader and Tony Irovic This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week, we met with the hosts of Waterloo Table Talk, a couple of high school seniors who have great insight into the next generation entering the workforce. - Ian/Tony background and college plans - Importance of community involvement and outside of school experiences - What schools can be doing to prepare kids for the future - Skills training and teamwork - Starting a podcast/networking/communication Check out the Waterloo Table Talk podcast here Thank you Ian and Tony, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 505 – Navigating the Great Resignation Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Dr. Kenneth Matos, Director of People Science Sponsored by: Culture Amp   This week, we spoke with Dr. Kenneth Matos about the Great Resignation and how it's affecting organizations today. – The multiple experiences of the great resignation, from companies hiring faster than they are losing employees, to companies that are losing employees faster than they can hire them - The wave of culture and process disruption caused by the great resignation - Trends that were already in motion prior to the pandemic being amplified - What thriving organizations are doing to survive this tough time Thank you Ken, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 504 Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane This episode of the HR Happy Hour is brought to you by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes.  Financial capital has long been established as a key driver of business performance, but today, business leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of their human capital in driving success. Download Paychex’s latest guide to discover why breaking down the silos between HR and finance can result in better business strategy and growth, as well as 14 simple HR metrics your teams should be tracking, and why.  To download the e-book, visit payx.me/FDMresearch.   This week we brought back the Workplace Movie Hall of Fame with a Christmas favorite, Elf, and how it relates to the workplace today. - The importance of using skills to find "best fit" careers - What makes a good mission statement? - Reskilling employees when organizational needs change - The benefits of employees who take initiative at work - Company culture around the holidays Thank you for joining us today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

HR Happy Hour Episode 503 – Meeting Global Payroll Challenges Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane Guest: Nancy Estell Zoder, Vice President of Product Strategy, Oracle Sponsored by: Oracle This week, we spoke with Nancy Estell Zoder about how Oracle Payroll Core helps organizations meet global payroll challenges. -  Challenges and opportunities of moving your organization global - The culture of a company and how that plays a role in your team's strategy around designing global tools - How organizations can manage payroll requirements globally To learn more, visit Oracle.com/HCM. Thank you Nancy, for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe to the HR Happy Hour wherever you get your podcasts.

Inclusion Crusade 4 - Identifying Microaggressions with Technology Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Michael Ogunsanya, Founder of Mindstand In this episode, host Sarah Morgan and her guest, Michael Ogunsanya, discuss how technology can be used to identify negative communication patterns, including microaggressions, to help managers coach and correct employees.  Michael Ogunsanya is the founder of Mindstand, an AI software designed to understand the intent and context of conversations to provide leaders with alerts on what really matters within your community. Learn more about Mindstand through their website and on Twitter. Connect with Michael Ogunsanya on LinkedIn. Thanks for listening!