HRchat Podcast

The HR Gazette is delighted to welcome Keirsten Greggs as our latest guest host of the HRchat Podcast! Cited as a top HR influencer, Keirsten is the founder of TRAP Recruiter and a 20-year recruitment veteran. She is passionate about bringing trust, relationship building, accountability, and a proactive approach back into the recruiting lifecycle. When Keirsten is not actively solving recruiter problems and bridging the gap between job seekers and employers, you can catch her on her LI Live show TRAP Chat or as the new host of Wins, Woes & Wine.In HRchat episode 658, Keirsten talks with Kara Mignanelli, SVP People and General Counsel for the Global Strategic Management Institute (GSMI). Kara oversees multiple core functions of the business, including HR, event production, and legal compliance. She also leads the creation of events to further the talent acquisition industry.Tune in as Kara offers an overview of the popular Talent Acquisition Week - happening again Jan 29-Feb 1, 2024. Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat episode, Bill Banham talks with Nick Steiert, Co-Founder and Director of the awesome new Wellnergy Festival. Starting very soon, Nick will be the latest co-host of the HRchat Podcast. The episodes Nick will host are focused on wellbeing in the workplace and ways to live a healthier life. Tune in to get to know Nick and gain insights into what to expect from the new shows hosted by Nick. Questions for Nick includeTell us about the genesis of the Wellnergy FestivalYou say that the Wellnergy Festival is "made for everyone, not just for those “into wellness”." What do you mean by that? How do we make wellness education more accessible? Wellnergy offers a bunch of experiential learning and growth options such as meditation, sound bath healing, talks, and workshops. Tell us moreYou'll be hosting a new series of interviews with Wellnergy speakers and partners on the HRchat feed. Tell us about the purpose of the series.Tell us about some of the guests and learning outcomesBackground info:Have you ever been introduced to sound healing?… Or heard the life-changing benefits of cold water therapy?! Have you experienced a blend of dance and yoga on a scale bigger than anything you’ve seen before? If not, what are you waiting for!The way we set up Wellnergy is unique. We had 8 tents and stages with talks, music and classes running throughout the day. We also had over 50 FitPros with their own designated space around the park running more sessions just for you! Nowhere else will you get such a diverse range of wellness experts sharing their secrets to a happier and healthier you!Have we not mentioned our music yet? Curated by the internationally acclaimed Gardens of Babylon. As the day moved to evening, we had 4 world-renowned DJs taking to the stage. The perfect way to round off your day was to immerse yourself in the sounds of Wellnergy! Exciting variations of practices such as meditation, sound bath healing, talks and workshops on relevant topics such as:Stress and anxiety managementMental resilienceExcelling through the dayBeing your best selfSobrietyFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat episode, we talk about developing strategic people capabilities in times of business transformation. Bill's guest this time is Mary Glowacka, Learning & Leadership Development Lead at Rolls-Royce.With 15+ years of strategic practitioner experience with an unusual journey from operations into HR, Mary is also a member of Josh Bersin’s Senior Faculty, a regular speaker at HR industry events, a founding member of Hacking HR Experts Council, mentor for HR Tech start-ups through the Workplace Accelerator program, and winner of the 2020 WinTrade Global Women in Leadership Award in recognition of progressive thinking in the banking sector.Questions for Mary include:You have an unusual journey from operations into HR. Please introduce yourself and tell us about your career journeyWe met at UNLEASH in Paris. What are your thoughts on the 2023 event and why do you believe other senior People Leaders should attend? You're a founding member of the Hacking HR Experts Council. What do you respect about Enrique and the Hacking HR group? Tell me a bit about your role at RR - what you love and challenges? - includes mention of  strategic capabilityCan you elaborate a bit more on why systems thinking is so imperative for HR Leaders?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the AI series, Pauline James and David Creelman delve into the intersection of artificial intelligence, HR practices, ethics, and law. The extended edition offers up three expert guests - Frank Rudzicz, Kate Bischoff, and Jesslyn Dymond - to discuss the ethical considerations, legal risks, and potential benefits associated with the integration of AI at work. We explore the potential of generative AI and the legal issues it might introduce for HR. Plus we share valuable advice for HR leaders on navigating the short-term challenges and opportunities posed by advancing AI technologies.Tune in and discover:How should leaders navigate the ethical landscape as AI becomes more commonplace in organizations? To what extent does employee privacy come into play when tracking keystrokes? Can AI be a tool for fostering ethical, objective decision-making?What are the new recruiting challenges caused by AI? How can HR diligently embed AI into their operations while managing associated risks?About Our GuestsFrank Rudzicz is an Associate Professor at Dalhousie University, co-founder of WinterLight Labs Inc., founding faculty member at the Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence, status professor at the University of Toronto, and CIFAR Chair in Artificial Intelligence. Kate Bischoff is the founder of k8bisch LLC (formerly tHRive Law & Consulting). She's a renowned expert in employment law and HR and has a background that includes roles at the consulate general in Jerusalem and the US Embassy in Lusaka, Zambia.Jesslyn Dymond is the Director of Data Ethics at TELUS leading the approach to responsible data-driven innovation, drawing on a background of privacy and information management expertise. Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode, we look at what causes burnout and stress in education and in the workplace. The guest this time is Bill's good friend, Leigh Mitchell. Leigh is an educator and Co-Founder of Bee Happy Mindfulness and the Founder of Bee Happy HR, Hire Her Career Board and Women in Biz Network. She hosts a podcast called the Bee Happy Podcast for Change Makers and is a Marketing & PR Instructor at York University.Statistics Canada recognized Leigh as an EDI Expert in Gender Diversity and the Bee Happy HR Blog received accolades for ranking number 13 out of the Top 60 Canadian HR & Diversity Blogs awarded by FeedSpot.Questions for Leigh include: In 60 seconds or less, tell me about the mission of Bee Happy MindfulnessWhat are the most common causes for teacher burnout?How can a balance be struck between the demands of the education system and the well-being of educators to ensure both effectiveness and satisfaction?Are there specific policies or practices that you believe contribute positively or negatively to employee retention within the education sector?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat episode, we discuss how to equip leaders with the knowledge needed to construct an organization where people are recognized as the primary driving force behind business success.The guest this time is Roza Szafranek, Founder & CEO of HR Hints, an HR boutique operating on a subscription model. Roza is an HR expert with psychological and managerial experience who has led tech companies from early startup through exit.Roza is also the author of Culturivy: The Power of Changing a Workplace and the CEO of Culturivy.Questions for Roza include:How do you perceive the relationship between business and HR, considering the equal triangle of products/services, sales, and people as the foundation? Can you discuss your approach to analyzing and adapting HR processes based on the unique needs of different stages of company development?Considering the notion that the People area within organizations is not a black box, how should leaders ensure transparency and accountability in HR practices?How do you approach building processes per stage rather than per industry, especially in diverse sectors such as medtech and fintech?In your opinion, what are the key challenges in aligning HR strategies with the equal triangle of products/services, sales, and people? How have you overcome these challenges in your previous roles?Can you share an example of how you applied the concept of the equal triangle in optimizing HR practices within a business context? More About RozaRoza is a mentor at the Founder Institute, 1871 Chicago, P33 Chicago, TechRise, mHUB Chicago, and InCredibles, Sebastian Kulczyk's mentoring program. She’s been featured on such lists as 100 Women of 2022 by Forbes, 100 Most Inspiring Women of the CEE Startup Ecosystem by Vestbee VC, and Strong Women in IT ‘21 and ‘23.More About Culturivy: The Power of Changing a WorkplaceIn the book, Roza outlines a comprehensive guide on how to cultivate a resilient company culture that fosters the growth of both individuals and businesses.The book delves into key areas such as Leadership, People & Culture, and Talent, offering specific lessons tailored for entrepreneurs, leaders, and HR professioFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In the second episode of our new AI-focused series, guest hosts Pauline James and David Creelman investigate some key ways that large HR vendors are utilizing new forms of AI.Joining David and Pauline this time are Mike Bollinger, Ben Zweig, and Jarik Conrad. Mike Bollinger is an accomplished executive with 20 years of industry experience. He has deep technology and HCM domain skills including strategic workforce planning, communications, change management, team building, business case development, and leadership. In his current role as Vice President of Strategic Initiatives with Cornerstone, Mike is responsible for internal research as well as strategy development around outcome-based goals. In 2020, Mike helped found, and currently manages, the Cornerstone People Research Lab (CPRL), whose mission is to generate data-driven discoveries about the world of work today and identify emerging trends that will give rise to new work models. Ben Zweig is a prominent figure at the intersection of Data Science and Human Resources. With a PhD in Economics specializing in Labor Economics and Economic Development from CUNY Graduate Center, he has a strong academic background. Ben's expertise extends to Natural Language Processing, Labor Economics, Human Resources, and Occupational Transformation. Notably, he spent several years as a Managing Data Scientist at IBM's Chief Analytics Office, where he utilized Natural Language Processing (NLP) to develop data-driven solutions for businesses. Currently, Ben serves as the CEO of Revlio Labs, an organization that supports the convergence of Data Science and HR. The company focuses on applying data-driven methodologies to enhance workforce management and adapt to the changing job market.Dr. Jarik Conrad, EdD, SPHR, SHRM-CSP, NACD.DC, is vice president of the Human Insights team at UKG, which consists of former HR practitioners, business leaders, and consultants who are distinguished experts in the HCM field and uniquely qualified to help leadership teams reach their organizational goals. With an acute pulse on industry trends, best practices, and technological innovations, Jarik and his team serve as liaisons, trusted advisors, and thought leaders who help to shape HR industry conversations and direction. Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode, we talk about ways to develop and enhance career websites.Bill's guest this time is Jim Taylor, Managing Director of HappyDance, a Ph.Creative company. HappyDance is an enterprise careers site platform with a mission to elevate your employer brand at every turn!Jim is a digital innovator specializing in careers sites. Jim says his "true passion lies in discovering ingenious ways to optimize career site performance, enriching candidate experiences, and crafting stunning platforms that magnify (the) organization's employer brand."Questions include:Tell us about the mission of HappyDanceWhere does the name HappyDance come from – it’s not a typical SaaS product name is it?On your LinkedIn page, you say "every day, I foster a culture that thrives on conquering challenges and delivering outstanding results." From a leadership perspective, what does it take to create and sustain an engaged culture of innovation?From your social posts, it looks like you're a big fan of RecFest. What makes it a special event? What is the most fundamental element in designing an excellent candidate experience? And why do so many companies get it wrong?What advice would you offer to hiring managers and HR pros looking to do a better job of telling the story of their employer brand and attracting higher-quality candidates? Can you name some brands that stand out for you as awesome employers? E.g. Domino's, ADP, NationWide, Pinterest.What in your opinion, are some of the opportunities for, and the best use of, AI and other technologies in the Talent Acquisition landscape?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode, Bill Banham talks with Jim Stroud about whether or not AI will replace recruiters. Listen as Jim offers his take on what functions of recruitment will and will not be replaced by the bots.  Jim is the author of 5 HR-related books, producer of the YouTube series - "The Jim Stroud Show," and producer of "The Jim Stroud Podcast." He is also the creative mind behind "The Recruiting Life," a comic strip and newsletter about the world of work. More details highlighting his career, media citations, creative writing and public speaking events can be found on his blog, JimStroud.com.Questions for Jim include: How has AI changed, enhanced or diminished the ways you create content?You say you love ChatGPT. Why? Recruiting is a relationship business and machines don't have feelings. So, recruiters are safe, right? In some cases AI is replacing workers, how vulnerable are recruiters?What can recruiters do to remain valuable in the marketplace?AI can do so much, what stops it from ultimately replacing recruiters?Will AI replace podcasters? More About Jim StroudJim has built expertise in sourcing and recruiting strategy, public speaking, lead generation, video production, podcasting, online research, competitive intelligence, online community management, and training. He has consulted for such companies as Microsoft, Google, MCI, Siemens, Bernard Hodes Group (acquired by Findly), and a host of startup companies. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In the first of a special mini-series focused on AI in the workplace, guest hosts Pauline James and David Creelman ask "what exactly is AI all about and where is it heading?"Joining Pauline and David on the podcast is Avi Goldfarb, the Rotman Chair in Artificial Intelligence and Healthcare and a professor of marketing at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. He is also Chief Data Scientist at the Creative Destruction Lab, a faculty affiliate at the Vector Institute and the Schwartz-Reisman Institute for Technology and Society, and a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research. Avi’s research focuses on the opportunities and challenges of the digital economy. Along with Ajay Agrawal and Joshua Gans, Avi is the author of the bestselling books Prediction Machines and Power and Prediction.He has published academic articles in marketing, statistics, law, management, medicine, political science, refugee studies, physics, computing, and economics. Avi has testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on related work in competition and privacy in digital advertising. His work has been referenced in White House reports, European Commission documents, the New York Times, the Economist, and elsewhere.Questions for Avi include:You have been studying AI for a long time; well before its advances garnered the attention of the general population. Is anything taking you by surprise with the current advances?You have talked about AI automating prediction in ways that we had only understood humans could do well/reasonably well previously. Can you explain this for our audience?You have an interesting (and hopeful) perspective that AI may become more of an equalizer across professions than past advances have been, can you tell us more about that?Can you provide your thoughts on how long it will be until we see broad sweeping changes in work and how it is organized?With your extensive work with entrepreneurs on the bleeding edge of new technology, what advice do you have for those on the other side of the equation: those who are making recommendations and purchasing tech for their organization. How should we balance not being left behind with appropriate diligence?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat podcast, we hear from Derrick Evans MBE, better known as TV celebrity Mr Motivator. A famous fitness instructor, Derrick rose to fame in the early 1990s through appearances on the UK breakfast television show GMTV, where he performed live fitness sessions and offered tips and advice to viewers.We're big fans of Derrick and it's an absolute honor to have him on the show!Listen as Derrick offers his take on what it takes to remain motivated at work and live a healthier life. Questions for Derrick include:You are known for your positive personality and outlook, how do you stay motivated?How can physical exercise help mental health?What did the pandemic do to our mental and physical wellbeing?When applying to join the GMTV team, you were told by GMTV boss, Peter McHugh ‘We’ve checked with the advertisers and they don’t really want a black man doing fitness. It had to be a white woman with two kids.’ They felt that was the right image.” How do you think attitudes towards Diversity Equity and Inclusion in the entertainment industry have changed since your time on GMTV?How can business leaders make access to mental and physical wellness initiatives easier?Where does your desire to help people come from? Tell us why you believe the culture within daytime TV is fake and can you suggest ways to change things?What would you like your legacy to be?How can listeners connect with you?Book Mr MotivatorContact the Champions Speakers agency to provisionally enquire about Mr Motivator for your event today. Simply call a booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at agent@championsukplc.com for more information.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

How can leaders faced with tremendous global upheaval create more resilient and trustworthy systems? Find out as Bill Banham talks with Terence Tse, recent Disrupt London speaker and co-author of the awesome new book The Great Remobilization: Strategies and Designs for a Smarter Global Future.Terence says the turmoil of recent years gives leaders an unprecedented opportunity to redesign global strategies and systems and to remobilize toward a smarter, more resilient, and equitable future. Drawing from one hundred interviews and conversations with top-level executives, entrepreneurs, policymakers, diplomats, generals, scholars, and other leading experts from around the world, the book aims to show how to create new inclusive visions with the aim of rebuilding the trust that will allow for both human and economic growth. Insightful and forward-thinking, The Great Remobilization powerfully illustrates the rare opportunity that we have in this historic moment to actively redesign our fragile, overpressurized global systems and develop new strategies and leadership approaches for the future. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat episode, we hear from Jeff Wald, entrepreneur, investor, board member, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and co-founder of Memory Lane and Bento Engine.Jeff has started and invested in successful HR tech companies around the globe. Tune in to get his tips for HR tech founders looking to raise capital and grow their businesses. Questions for Jeff include: What are some of the challenges and opportunities when it comes to raising money for HR Tech companies in the current fundraising environment?Do HR tech founders need to be domain experts? When it comes to seeking investment, how important is it to have more than one founder of an HR tech start-up?  What are the differences between raising money as a serial entrepreneur versus being a first-time entrepreneur?As an angel investor in HR Tech, what are you looking for?Have you invested in someone with a terrible idea because you bought into them instead? Are those people employees rather than business partners? You wrote your book, The End of Jobs: The Rise of On-Demand Workers and Agile Corporations, on the future of work and how robots and AI will impact jobs, over three years ago; has your view changed on the future of work? If so, how?Why do you feel jobs are not as likely to go extinct as many other experts and headlines?  More About Jeff WaldJeff began his career in finance, serving as Managing Director at activist hedge fund Barington Capital Group, a Vice President at Israeli venture firm GlenRock and various roles in the M&A Group at JP Morgan. He is an active angel investor and startup advisor, as well as serving on numerous public and private Boards of Directors.In addition to WorkMarket, Jeff has founded several technology companies, including Spinback, a social sharing platform.Jeff is the author of The Birthday Rules and The End of Jobs: The Rise of On-Demand Workers and Agile Corporations. He is also a Producer of the Tony Award Winning Best Musical A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Slava’s Snowshow and the full-length feature Inez & Doug & Kira which has won best picture at various film festivals. Jeff is a regular writer in Huffington Post and Forbes and speaks widely at conferences and on television on startups and labor issues. Jeff was named “One of the 100 Most Influential People in Staffing” by the Staffing Industry Analysts in 2017 & 2018.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shaFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

The guest this time is Jodi McPherson, Co-Founder / CEO Work Simplr Jodi is an intuitive, dynamic and versatile leader with over 25 years in the ed tech and talent sourcing space, architecting SaaS business models.As CEO of Work Simplr, Jodi has built a new talent sourcing platform with students at the center,  for on-demand, fractional paid work.  Work SImplr was recently announced as a member of the ASU+GSV Elite 200 for 2022 and a Shark Tank Finalist for 2023.Questions for Jodi include:How might early career knowledge work be impacted by recent shifts in AI capabilities?How might this impact the skills and experience needed for students to succeed in early career knowledge work? In particular, how might this affect apprenticeships?Considering the evolving landscape of early career knowledge work due to AI, how might educational institutions adapt their curricula to prepare students for jobs that involve collaboration with AI systems? What interdisciplinary skills might become essential?What types of support might companies need to train, improve, or monitor the quality of their AI systems? What role could student workers play?Follow up: Considering the changing nature of early career knowledge work due to AI, how might mentorship programs need to evolve to provide meaningful guidance to students and new professionals entering the workforce? What role can experienced mentors play in navigating the AI-driven landscape?How is the trend of outsourcing, freelancing and farming out entry-level work impacting students and career changers?More About JodiJodi serves on several start-up advisory boards – influencing strategic roadmaps for scalable solutions, and bringing together purpose and profit, for new solutions from ideation to market launch.Jodi serves as a mentor to young high school women and is an advocate of creating a culture of curiosity around compelling mission-driven goals while continually embracing new ideas and perspectives. She also champions student-athletes at Castle View High School as the CV Gridiron Booster President.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode, Bill Bnaham talks with Brian Leafblad, R&D Senior Manager, Global Business Solutions at Reckitt Lysol Pro Solutions.Questions for Brian include:What role does hygiene play in workplace wellness?How have staff expectations around workplace wellness programs evolved following the pandemic?Are clean environments still in the public consciousness? How do leaders still prioritize clean workplaces? How important is disinfection in preventing sick days and absenteeism?Stats, metrics or trends around the number lost work days per year due to unclean environments caused by unhygienic offices? How have those numbers decreased as more folks work from home compared to pre-pandemic? (11 million days according to CDC)How can cleaning strategies be adapted to maintain efficiencies at a time when office occupancy rates are constantly changing?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat show. Bill Banham talks with Ann Kuzee, Vice President Legal, U.S. Absence & Disability Management at Telus Health (formerly LifeWorks and MorningStar Health).Ann started her journey with IEA Training as a student in the CPDM program. After she earned the certification, she later became a contributing consultant on the updating of the curriculum for the entire certification. Today, she serves on the faculty as an instructor of our Foundations in Disability Management course (CPDM1), and also presents regular updates on HR-related issues such as FMLA, EEOC, as well as an annual "New State Leave Laws" webinar. Writing as an IEA representative, Ann has also written articles for HR.com.Ann currently serves as TELUS Health’s primary legal representative for its U.S. Absence & Disability Management division. In this role, she interprets regulations and other laws related to Federal, State, and Municipal leaves. She oversees, directs, and manages the delivery of in-house and outside legal counsel services related to Federal, State, and Municipal leaves.Questions for Ann include:What exactly is an Integrated Absence and Disability Management Plan?In a recent LinkedIn post, you shared the following: "I'm happy to announce that I'm new to IEA's faculty as an instructor for their CPDM1 course, which is part of IEA's program to become a Certified Professional in Disability Management. My current position at TELUS Health, as their VP of Legal for their Absence and Disability Management division, which provides absence, disability, and leave management systems and claims management, allows me to share up-to-date knowledge and information on leave laws, ADA, short-term disability, as well as many other areas in the field of absence and disability management. If you are ready to master absence and disability management, take your expertise to the next level, and provide your employer with positive impacts and results to its absence and disability management programs, then pursue this nationally recognized certification like I have, and many others have." Tell us more.What key facts typically drive an organization to look at an integrated disability and absence management approach?What are the benefits that come under the umbrella of such a plan?What are the biggest challenges for an organization in creating a well-coordinated and effective integrated Absence and disability management plaFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Our guest this time is Ben Sampson, co-founder and CEO of WeHero where he works closely with hundreds of companies to help them reach their social impact goals.Ben speaks actively about corporate social responsibility, volunteerism, sustainability, and how companies united with activism drive powerful change. Ben’s past experience includes leading product teams, building startups, and studying sustainable business strategy at Harvard. In his free time, he’s an avid outdoor enthusiast focused on skiing, surfing, and mountain biking.Questions for Ben include:What are the business benefits of adding social impact programs to one's organization?Why are more and more HR leaders turning to employee giving and volunteering programs as an answer to their employee engagement challenges?How can organizations ensure inclusivity and diversity in their social impact programs, making certain that all employees feel represented and have opportunities to contribute meaningfully?What advice would you give to HR leaders who are interested in these programs but need help making the case for them to their business leaders?What strategies have proven effective in measuring the success and impact of social impact initiatives, especially concerning employee engagement and satisfaction metrics?With the holiday giving season coming up, how can leaders who are interested in these programs get started and implement these programs before the year end?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Our guest this time is Adam Weber, host of the popular HR Superstars Podcast and Chief Evangelist at 15Five. Adam supports and leads thousands of HR professionals through the HR Superstars Community, elevating them to become more strategic leaders.Questions for Adam include:You often mention that HR leaders are under immense pressure, what do you think are some of the causes? What are the expectations of someone initially getting into HR verus what the reality is when they are in the job?You've talked to thousands of HR leaders and have noticed some traits that separate the top 5-10% from everyone else, can you explain what those are? More About AdamPreviously, Adam was the Co-founder and Chief People Officer of Emplify (which sold to 15Five in 2021), a company that helps leaders measure and diagnose. He also co-founded Bluebridge Digital, where he grew and sold the company in 2016.He is the author of the Amazon bestseller, Lead Like A Human. In 2020, Adam was named to Business Insider’s list of Rising Stars in HR.Zionsville, Indiana-based Adam holds a bachelor's degree in sociology and a master's degree in organizational communication from Ball State University, is a former musician, retired pastor, and avid pickleball player.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Today's guest is Patrick Simon, Senior Partner at McKinsey, the global management consulting firm. Listen as Patrick shares his experiences of working with CEOs and how today's business leaders can tackle the big challenges head-on. Earlier in 2023, McKinsey released a report called State of Organizations and we discuss some of the findings as part of HRchat episode 370.Questions for Patrick include:McKinsey’s State of Organizations report breaks down ten shifts organizations are facing today and includes participation from business leaders around the world. Please briefly mention some of those 10 shifts and explain what motivated you and your team to conduct this particular research.The report says only half of survey respondents feel their organization is well prepared to anticipate and react to external disruption. Why do you think that's the case? Does that surprise you? How can companies be more prepared to react to future shocks and disruptions?What are your predictions for the role of AI in the workplace over the next few years? To what extent would you guess will AI be augmenting and replacing traditional roles and what are some of the new roles that are being created to keep ahead of the huge tech-enabled changes hitting organizations today?There’s been a steady increase in companies enforcing stronger mandates to bring workers back to the office. Given your findings from this study, how do you believe this shift will play out over the short term and what happens when the job market swings back to candidates?Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat interview, we consider iris recognition biometric technology available to hold employees accountable and the benefits seen by enterprise organizations.Returning to the show is Mohammed Murad, Vice President, Global Sales and Business Development at Iris ID. For 25+ years, Iris ID has been the leading innovator of advanced iris authentication solutions. We also have Ken Mallin, Sales Manager at TreeRing Workforce Solutions on the show. Ken is a highly strategic sales professional with 20+ years in Software Development and SaaS. TreeRing’s powerful time and attendance solution — TreeRing Time — replaces cumbersome tracking procedures and completely eliminates collecting payroll information manually. Questions for Mohammed include: Why do you believe that companies should be upgrading to biometrics when it comes to time and attendance solutions? Since we last spoke on the show back in 2020, how has the use of contactless biometric devices by organizations evolved?In the context of employee privacy, are there any misconceptions about biometrics that you come across regularly?Work patterns have changed dramatically in the past few years. What would be your response to the suggestion that an employee should be measured on productivity rather than hours logged?Iris ID says it's the only biometric workforce management solution with a full ecosystem of partners! What does that look like and what does it mean for your customers?Iris ID recently added TreeRing to it's partner ecosystem to help thousands of users nationwide stay productive and gain better insight as to how their operations are running including monitoring profitability and ROI. Tell us more.Questions for Ken Ken include: Tell us what your customers are saying about the IrisTime iT100?How easy is the integration of the device with TreeRing Time?Can you tell us about ROI or success stories your clients are experiencing now that they are using biometrics to help manage HR functions? Do you find that biometrics are replacing more traditional methods of timekeeping?Why did TreeRing partner with Iris ID?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirelyFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, Bill Banham talks with Sam Beiler, CEO and Co-Founder at Boostpoint, a top Social Media and SMS marketing platform built for talent acquisition teams. The Boost team is on a mission to empower users to create a workplace where everybody thrives. Combining technology, the power of social media, and innovative recruiting strategies, Boost helps folks attract more qualified employees, simplify your hiring processes, and boost your employer brand the new way.Questions for Sam include: What are some of the challenges when launching a tech company? Work-Life Balance: Talk about the importance of unplugging and spending time with loved ones to recharge, even when you're at the helm of a startup or working a very demanding job.Social media and SMS: What platforms work best to engage candidates? Does it depend on the audience demographics? Recruitment Marketing with Social Media: How is hyper-targeted advertising and fast follow-up automation changing the game in talent acquisition?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Our returning guest today is Stephen Shedletzky. Stephen is on a mission to help leaders make it safe and worth it for people to speak up. He supports humble leaders—those who know they are both a part of the problems they experience and the solutions they can create— as they put their people and purpose first. A sought-after speaker, coach, and advisor, Stephen has led hundreds of keynote presentations, workshops, and leadership development programs around the world. As a thought leader on psychological safety in the workplace, he works with leaders in all industries where human beings work.Questions include:Let's talk about your book, Speak-Up Culture: When Leaders Truly Listen, People Step Up. What surprised you most about writing it? How do leaders make it safe and worth it for people to speak up?Why can there be such a gap between how leaders want to impact people and how they actually do?More About StephenAfter years on a corporate track, Shed was introduced to and inspired by the work of best-selling author and TED speaker Simon Sinek and, soon after meeting him, became the fourth person to join his team. For more than a decade, Shed contributed at Simon Sinek, where, as Chief of Staff and Head of Brand Experience, Training & Product Development, he led a global team of speakers and facilitators.Shed graduated from the Richard Ivey School of Business with a focus on leadership, communication, and strategy. He received his coaching certification from The Co-Active Training Institute. He lives in Toronto with his wife and two young children.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this special episode of the HRchat podcast, we look ahead to two very different, but equally awesome, events happening next week: UNLEASH World in Paris, France, and DisruptHR Birmingham in the UK. Chris Bjorling and Bill Banham discuss why the events are must-attend for HR pros and leaders plus hear insights from UNLEASH Marketing Director Nick Craig Waller and Disrupt Birmingham co-organizer, Verity Gough. About UNLEASHUNLEASH World in Paris on October 17 and 18 is where innovators from all corners of the globe come together to share new HR technology and shape a future-forward world of work. UNLEASH has championed HR excellence and disruption since 2011 and as our industry changes, they just keep getting more inspired. From Start-ups, the Fortune 500 and everything in between, we give our community a platform to find solutions to their challenges and transform the way they practice HR.About DisruptHR BirminghamDisruptHR comes to Birmingham on October 19 at Halton Turner Brewery! Join Bill Banham and the gang to network and hear from lots of top HR, Talent, Leadership and Tech experts. The inaugural Birmingham summit is an information exchange designed to energize, inform, and empower executives, business leaders and people in HR. Professionals will come together at Halton Turner Brewery on October 19th for an evening of inspiring speakers and networking.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

The guest this time is Tara Ataya, Chief People & Diversity Officer at Hootsuite.  Tara joined Hootsuite in 2020 as VP People, and was announced as Hootsuite’s first Chief People and Diversity Officer later the same year. Tara leads Hootsuite’s employee experience and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives across the organization globally. Tara has more than 15 years of experience working in all aspects of Human resources in SaaS, technology and services companies.Questions for Tara include:Can you describe a specific initiative or program you've implemented at Hootsuite to foster a sense of belonging among employees? What were the key components of its success, and what challenges did you encounter along the way?Is the rise of AI good or bad for DEI? In a diverse workforce, individuals may come from various backgrounds, cultures, and identities. How do you ensure that your initiatives address the unique needs and perspectives of all employees, and how do you measure their impact on different groups within the organization?Creating a culture of inclusion and belonging involves both top-down leadership and grassroots efforts. How do you collaborate with senior leadership to integrate diversity and inclusion principles into the overall organizational strategy, while also empowering employees at all levels to contribute to a more inclusive workplace? How do you prove it out?Based on your experience and successes, what actionable advice would you give to organizations that are just starting or looking to improve their initiatives for fostering a sense of belonging? Are there any best practices or pitfalls to avoid that you could share?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this special episode of the HRchat podcast, Chris Bjorling and Bill Banham briefly look ahead to the OrgDev Conference by ATD and HR Technology Conference in sunny Las Vegas. No matter where you are on your HR technology journey and no matter your role as an HR professional, HR Systems leader, IT professional, investor, entrepreneur, project manager, or other HR technology stakeholder, there are possibly not many better ways to get up to speed on the industry and gain clarity to enhance your HR tech strategy roadmap than by attending HR Tech 2023! The event kicks off today and promises to be lots of fun. The OrgDev Conference, produced by the awesome Mallory Flynn and ATD team starts later this week and will offer strategies and guidelines for organization development programs with award-winning OD insights and practitioners. Attendees can learn from leading experts in the areas of change management, coaching and mentoring, culture, DEI, employee experience and engagement, leadership and employee development, mental wellness in the workplace, and onboarding and retention.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, Bill Banham talks with Pritipaul Singh, the entrepreneur behind Guyana Port Inc. (GPI), Dr. Vishnu, founder of ActionINVEST (ACI), and Rita Sookrit, the Canada Learning Lead at Hemsley Fraser. Their insights shed light on the dynamic landscape of business and learning in Guyana. This episode illuminates the diverse strategies and collaborations shaping Guyana's business landscape. Pritipaul Singh's entrepreneurial spirit, Dr. Vishnu's community-driven approach, and Rita Sookrit's market insights exemplify the innovation and collaboration driving Guyana's future. Pritipaul Singh: Setting Sail for SuccessPritipaul Singh, the driving force behind GPI, shared his ambitious plans for the future. Singh discusse  marine solutions in Guyan; particularly dry docking and management. His passion for this field has steered GPI's unique direction. As one of the youngest entrepreneurs in Guyana, Singh highlighted the obstacles he overcame, showcasing his resilience and determination. When asked about his choice of learning partner, he expressed his confidence in Hemsley Fraser, emphasizing the strategic alliance they share.Dr. Vishnu: Charting a Course for DevelopmentDr. Vishnu, the brains behind ACI, provided insights into their initiative, ActionINVEST. He discussed the impact of the oil & gas discovery on ACI and Guyana's economy. As a community leader and board member, Dr. Vishnu shared his predictions for the future of learning & development in Guyana, painting a promising picture. Additionally, he explained his pivotal role in connecting Guyana Port with Hemsley Fraser, underscoring the importance of collaboration in the business world.Rita Sookrit: Unraveling Market SurprisesRita Sookrit, representing Hemsley Fraser, offered intriguing perspectives on the Guyana market. She discussed the surprises they encountered and Hemsley Fraser's vision for the Guyana market. Sookrit also shared her positive experience working alongside GPI, highlighting the synergy between their organizations.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

The returning guest today is Jacob Morgan, Keynote & TED Speaker, Futurist, and Host of the Great Leadership Podcast. Jacob is a multi-best-selling author. His latest book is called Leading with Vulnerability: Unlock Your Greatest Superpower to Transform Yourself, Your Team, and Your Organization. And we'll be delving into some of the points from the book in today's show.Questions for Jacob include: You have a very well-recognized personal brand. Can you share some of your top tips for others out there looking to develop and better project their personal brands? Let's now focus on some issues raised in your new book, designed to show readers why it’s so crucial to lead with vulnerability and how to do it well:What makes leaders feel most vulnerable at work and why?What keeps leaders from being vulnerable at work and how can they overcome it?Offer up 5 vulnerable leader superheroes. Tell us more.You speak in the book about an ROI attached to leading with vulnerability. Tell me more.You also talk about ways to climb the “vulnerability mountain”. What do you mean by this?How can we learn more about you and get a copy of your new book?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Our guest this time is Eric De Wames, consultant, guest lecturer at IEA Training, and Managing Partner at Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP.An engaging speaker, Eric conducts seminars across California to assist employers in navigating the state's rigorous, ever-evolving compliance regulations, always with an emphasis on preventing litigation. Eric is a published contributing author for Forbes and he co-authored MS&A’s e-book, “Navigating COVID-19: A Legal Guide for California Employers.” Questions for Eric include:As part of your role at  Michael Sullivan & Associates, you conduct seminars across California to assist employers in navigating the state's rigorous, ever-evolving compliance regulations, always with an emphasis on preventing litigation. From the conversations you've had, what have been some of the biggest challenges faced by employers in the past 12 months?You are also an employment law expert consultant with IEA Training, an organization dedicated to providing HR, risk managers, and insurance carriers education on disability management and other employment-related compliance mandates. Tell us about your role there.IEA Training has been a trusted partner to California's workers' compensation system and to absence management professionals across the US for 140 years! The acquisition by Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP in 2020 marked a new chapter in IEA's story. Tell us about the fit between IEA and Michael Sullivan & Associates. You advise on IEA's course materials. How will generative AI impact the creation of course content in the coming years?How can absence and disability management courses help users to better understand workplace wellness and gain essential skills for managing absences and disabilities effectively?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Culture in the police force, from top to bottom, is back in the headlines. In the past week, police officers have been accused of mishandling body-worn video in more than 150 incidents, including switching off cameras and sharing footage on WhatsApp. We've also seen more than 100 officers hand in permits allowing them to carry guns on duty after a colleague was charged with the murder of Chris Kaba. Talk even turned to putting the UK army on standby. In this episode, we talk about the perceptions and realities of the culture within the UK police force, as well as exploring strategies for leading with greater emotional awareness. Joining us on the pod this time is Kul Mahay, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Ignite Your Inner Potential. Kul is the former Chief Superintendent of the Derbyshire Constabulary and he's a big proponent of creating human-centered cultures. Listen as Kul makes the case to leaders to put people-first strategies in place and prevent scenarios where toxic individuals can poison the culture of an organization.  Kul is also a speaker at the inaugural DisruptHR Birmingham summit happening on October 19. The inaugural DisruptHR Birmingham summit is an information exchange designed to energise, inform and empower executives, business leaders and people in HR.Folks will come together at Halton Turner Brewery on October 19 for an evening of inspiring speakers and networking.Questions for Kul include:You're speaking at Disrupt Birmingham. Tell us about your session and some of the hoped-for learning outcomesWhat do you believe is the most important leadership skill set right now?What needs to change in the police force to counter the toxic culture we're hearing so much about in the UK news at the moment? How systemic is the reported toxicity? In your opinion is it, actually, not as severe as we're hearing? Is there ever any excuse for police officers to turn off their body cameras?More about Kul MahayKul served for 32 years in the UK police service, of which two-thirds were spent at the leadership level.  In his life as a police leader, he oversaw complex and varied departments and coFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, Bill welcomes Brian Peckrill back to the show. Brian is the Interim Executive Director of the McGowan Fund Fellows Program.In the build-up to the third annual Ethical Leader of the Year Award, Brian and Bill catch up and talk about the 2024 edition and the involvement of SHRM's Johnny C. Taylor. Questions for Brian include:Can you reflect on the success of the Ethical Leader of the Year Award so far? What are the commonalities between each year's recipients?How important was teaming up with SHRM to co-host the accolade?How do the principles of ethical leadership championed by William McGowan apply to the 2023-era world of work?Can we talk a little bit about 'experiential education' and how that programmatic distinction has evolved at the Fund?You're shortly holding your annual Symposium - What is the run of the show and the goals?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events