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You've been in the HR trenches for years. Now, are you ready to look toward the future? Join host, Meghan M Biro on the #WorkTrends podcast from TalentCulture as she talks about how work is changing. You'll get all the news you need to stay current, and hear from leading experts, HR tech vendors and HR practitioners about what inspires them. Join us on Twitter every Wednesday at 1:30 pm Eastern for a live chat using the hashtag #WorkTrends.
ENCORE: Making Your Business More Resilient
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on January 6th, 2023. When your business is faced with a challenge, how do you respond? Do you crumble under the pressure, or do you find a way to overcome it? Resilience is key to success in any situation, and there are things you can do to make your business more resilient. By developing a positive attitude, being flexible, and having a strong support network, you can help your business weather any storm. In this podcast, we talk to Ronni
Harnessing AI and Automation in HR
In this episode, we will unwrap the world of AI and Automation in Human Resources. There are numerous ways that AI can augment current processes, and we are here to unpack how it may upend particular elements of HR moving forward. This episode is sure to get you thinking about how you can save time and effort by embracing the new generation of HR Tech. Join us!
Using HR Data to Tackle Real-World Business Issues
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on February 9th, 2024. In this episode of the #WorkTrends Podcast, we explore how organizations can harness HR data to address pressing business challenges. Our conversation highlights the importance of starting with purpose-driven tools that align with specific business needs. We discuss how selecting the right technology, tailored to your data challenges, can help cut through the overwhelming volume of information and deliver actionable i
ENCORE: How to Become a Great Manager (And Why It Matters)
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 8th, 2023. Have you ever had the privilege of working with a truly great manager? If so, you probably remember how rewarding that experience was. And it’s no coincidence—research shows just how profoundly managers shape our work lives. Consider these findings: Gallup reveals that managers are the single biggest influence on employee engagement and performance, accounting for 70% of the variance in team engagement. A Stanfor
ENCORE: Building Workplace Trust with Background Checks
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on November 23rd, 2023. Workplace trust is the foundation of a thriving company culture, yet it often requires intentional focus to maintain and strengthen. Studies highlight its importance: Deloitte reports that trusted employees are 260% more motivated and 50% less likely to leave, while Gallup notes only 21% of U.S. employees strongly trust their leaders. With stakes higher than ever, leaders must actively nurture trust to boost satisfac
Elevating HR as a Strategic Business Partner in the C-Suite
In this episode, we are going to discuss HR’s role as a strategic partner in the C-Suite. While the conversation has changed over the years, vying for a seat “at the table” has been an ongoing challenge for HR leaders. We will dive into how to add value to executive-level conversations as well as reveal ways to ensure your team is up to the challenge. Join us!
ENCORE: Keys to a Positive Employee Experience in the New World of Work
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on November 17th, 2023. Leaders, let me ask you two essential questions: 1) Is your organization truly fostering a positive employee experience? 2) Would your employees agree with that assessment? It’s understandable if you’re unsure. Many organizations are grappling with a significant disconnect between leadership perceptions and the realities employees face. Consider these insights: While 74% of executives surveyed by Gartner want emplo
Strategic Tips and Insights for Rolling out an eLearning Ecosystem
In this episode, we dive into the process of rolling out an e-Learning ecosystem within an organization for the first time. We offer step-by-step advice on how to dream up, research, create, and deploy an e-Learning ecosystem. For anyone who wants to improve the digital learning landscape of their organization, this is a must-listen episode!
Addressing Pain Points in the Business Travel Experience
In this episode, we are going to discuss the world of business travel. Whether you travel for business yourself, oversee a team of travelers, or play a role in planning and executing travel for your organization, this episode is for you. We will discuss what was revealed in recent research, as well as unpack ways to address common pain points in the business travel experience.
Embracing AI for Effective Business Travel & Expense Management
In this episode, we are going to reveal how AI is changing the landscape of business travel and expense management. We will unpack some recent travel-related research and discuss how things are changing in this area of our lives. Whether you are a frequent business traveler, handle travel planning for your organization, or are deep in the books of expense management, this is a must-listen episode!
A New Focus on Workplace Culture and Wellbeing
In this episode, we are going to explore a topic that I truly enjoy - workplace culture and wellbeing. There are many ways to improve the overall lives of employees and it’s so gratifying to see organizations deliver exceptional services that improve their wellbeing. If you have any interest in workplace culture, this episode is definitely for you!
ENCORE: How Leadership Values Shape Successful Cultures
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on February 24th, 2023. Leading people is always challenging, especially in today’s evolving workplace. So, what does it take to create and maintain a thriving organizational culture in this post-pandemic world? It all begins with fostering strong leadership values throughout your entire organization. It’s not about quick fixes but deliberate action and consistent effort. But how do you bridge the gap between leadership values, company cu
ENCORE: Using Empathetic Leadership to Thrive in the New Era of the Employee
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on July 22nd, 2022. Is anything more important than truly understanding the people who make your company thrive? For leaders, this means stepping into their employees' shoes and seeing things from their perspective. This is what we call Empathetic Leadership. Empathetic leaders foster an environment where employees feel heard, valued, and understood. And when employees feel this way, they’re more engaged, productive, and dedicated to their
Compliance in The Remote World
In this episode, we are discussing compliance in today’s world of work. If your workforce has remote employees, this episode is for you! We’ll discuss best practices for compliance and support of remote employees, common pitfalls to avoid, and much more. Whether you lead compliance or simply manage remote employees, there’s a lot to know - and we’re here to help! Join us!
Mastering Skills-Based HR Practices: From Buzzword to Game-Changer
In this episode, we are exploring the research findings from SAP SuccessFactors about how to master skills-based HR practices. We’ll discuss how the world of HR has evolved in how skills are used and how technology can help us gather skills, data, and intel. It’s a fascinating and applicable topic important to ANYONE who handles people management. Be sure to tune in!
Benefits in the Age of a Changing Workforce
In this episode, we are discussing the world of employee benefits. We will uncover what benefits appeal to different generations, how technology plays a role, and how to effectively capture ROI. We will delve into what benefits to offer, how to helpfully communicate with employees, and how and why to use quality benefits as a recruitment and retention tool. Join us!
Using Employee Perks to Beat Inflation
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on August 18th, 2023. Employee perks offer companies a fantastic way to express appreciation and strengthen their employer brand. These perks go beyond traditional offerings, addressing employees' and their families' financial, mental, and physical well-being. Modern employee perks include a wide range of benefits such as entertainment, travel, food, gym memberships, car oil changes, and pet care. Most perks are self-service, reducing the a
The Unexpected ROI of Culture and How to Sell It
In this episode, we are discussing how workplace culture can be both reliable and surprising in how it affects an organization’s bottom line. Tune in to learn how people and business data should be used to effectively make the case for building and maintaining a positive organizational culture. If you’re in a position to “sell” why investment in culture is important for productivity, profitability, or retention, this episode is for you!
Introducing AI as a Next-Gen Screening & Interviewing Tool
In this episode, we are discussing the benefits of AI as a next-generation screening and interviewing tool. Join us as we reveal how you can save tremendous time, money, and resources using AI in hiring talent – without losing a positive candidate experience.
ENCORE: Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning into a Career You’ll Love
5This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 17th, 2021. A career is about more than just earning a paycheck. It influences your quality of life, mirrors your values, and plays a crucial role in your overall life satisfaction. It may seem challenging if you're considering a career change, but it is entirely possible—especially when supported by a strong community. Embracing the importance of networking can make a career transition much smoother than you might expect.
ENCORE: Creating a Culture of Recognition: What Works and Why?
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on June 9th, 2023. Astute employers understand the transformative power of fostering a culture of appreciation. Such an environment not only attracts top-tier talent but also cultivates a stronger sense of connection to the organization's mission and values among employees. The research underscores this, revealing that when managers acknowledge their efforts, employees are 69% more inclined to invest further in their work. However, craftin
ENCORE: Building a Courageous Work Culture: Why it Matters
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on March 17th, 2022. At times, the most formidable challenge confronting an organization isn't the most conspicuous. Emotions, rather than logic, dictate actions, with fear standing out as a particularly influential force. Consequently, leaders bear a weighty responsibility at every echelon: mitigating fear and nurturing courage within themselves, their teams, and throughout the organization as a whole.
ENCORE: How to Harness the Workplace Power of Introverted People
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on February 12th, 2021. Did you know that Warren Buffet, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk identify as introverts? Like countless others with this trait, they've leveraged their capacity to listen attentively, maintain objectivity, and navigate through chaos to achieve remarkable success. Considering their extraordinary accomplishments, why wouldn't we seek to unlock the valuable contributions of introverts in our workforce?
ENCORE: Overcome Your Self-Sabotage to Live a Confident, Empowered Life
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on July 30th, 2021. Self-sabotage entails obstructing oneself from attaining desired outcomes. Its manifestations are diverse, ranging from anxiety and depression to negative self-dialogue, and it permeates both personal and professional realms, wreaking havoc therein. Consider, for instance, how self-sabotage might determine whether one dares to step outside their comfort zone for a promotion or relinquishes the opportunity altogether. To
ENCORE: The Role of Ethical AI in Skills-Based Talent Decisions
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on November 11th, 2022. Numerous HR tools now leverage AI, subtly altering our work processes and decision-making in talent management. This prompts questions about AI's expectations and whether such innovation aligns with our goals. Specifically, what part should AI have in skills-based talent acquisition and workforce mobility? These are crucial considerations for employers amidst the current talent scarcity. Join me as I explore ethical
The Employee Experience: How to Map & Execute a Successful Journey
In this episode, we crack open how to build and facilitate an excellent employee experience through savvy technology. Join us for thoughtful insights into how to map and execute an employee journey that meets people where they are. By using marketing principles, HR leaders can proactively engage employees at critical points, improving company culture and boosting engagement.
ENCORE: Military Hiring – Diversity, Inclusion & Business Success
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on February 11th, 2022. In today's fiercely competitive job market, companies are vying for top talent amidst the challenges of the Great Resignation and the lingering effects of the pandemic. Prioritizing inclusion and diversity has become a foundational strategy for attracting exceptional candidates. Studies show that cognitive diversity boosts team innovation by 20%, while 67% of job seekers consider diversity and inclusion when evaluati
The Consequences of Generative AI
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on May 19th, 2023. Generative AI has swiftly emerged as a prominent force in workplace technology, presenting employers with remarkable prospects for boosting productivity at an unprecedented pace. However, akin to other transformative technologies, it also sparks significant apprehensions. Consider the ramifications of generative AI on recruitment, for instance. Although AI-driven content creation tools are a recent addition, their permane
How to Automate and Scale Effective Referral Programs
In this episode, we will discuss the necessary elements to deploy and maintain an effective referral program. The world of recruiting quality talent has changed with the growth of social networking and crowdsourcing, providing new ways to engage employees as company ambassadors. We will explore technology, effective reward systems, and how to create a successful program that provides automation, scalability, and long-term success.
A Fresh Look at Agile Performance Management
In this episode, we are joined by Julie Jeannotte from Workleap. We discuss the evolving topic of performance management, specifically through the lens of transitioning to a continuous performance cycle. We address the challenges linked to traditional performance management and illustrate how it can be enhanced with a continuous and agile approach.
Using HR Data to Tackle Real World Business Issues
In this episode, we are joined by Keith Goode, Vice President of Client Services with ZeroedIn Technologies. We dive into how to gather actionable and sustainable data that can be used to improve business operations. We cover what to consider, areas of data, and how to balance fundamental basics with the newest technologies available.
The Keys to Recruiting Frontline Talent
In this episode, we are joined by Mateo Cavasotto, CEO and Co-founder of Emi, to discuss frontline employees. We will explain the DNA and behaviors of this workforce segment, as well as how to improve the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of deskless workers in today’s world of work.
ENCORE: Traditional Hiring Practices Are Ineffective for Hiring Leaders
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on August 19, 2022. It's no secret that traditional hiring processes can be lengthy and often expensive, yet many organizations continue to rely on them. Even though they don’t necessarily work. In this podcast, we'll take a look at some of the reasons why traditional hiring practices are ineffective for hiring leaders and offer ways to streamline the process and find the best candidates in an ever-evolving work landscape.
Making Your Business More Resilient
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on January 6, 2023. For the past few years, inflation has gripped the economy. Previously unstoppable tech companies are reeling from recent layoffs. And other industries are tightening their belts, as a recession now seems unavoidable. It takes a lot for company leaders to manage through this type of uncertainty. Strategies that helped organizations thrive under different circumstances are no longer relevant. But during lean times, compan
Creating & Maintaining a Positive Employee Experience
In this episode, we are joined by Thomas Kunjappu, CEO and Co-founder of Cleary. Thomas and Meghan discuss how scaling companies can approach the Employee Experience as it relates to the people, tactics, and resources necessary to ensure employees are engaged and contributing to a positive company culture.
ENCORE: How Gamification Can Build Inclusive, High-Performing Teams
This is an encore presentation from a previously aired episode from July 8, 2022. Gamification is not exactly new, but it certainly holds potential for workplaces in the future. Gamification is essential if we want to have any success at work as it can bring teams together and help build camaraderie in the workplace. Further, it can build morale and increase productivity along with creating stronger ties to the mission and values of an organization. Gamification brings pieces from games into sit
Trust in the Workplace
This episode features Daniel Callaghan, CEO of Veremark, as we dive into the critical importance of trust in the workplace. This multi-faceted discussion covers how and why building trust can reap the vast benefits of positive relationships, better communication among colleagues, increased job satisfaction, improved productivity, reduced turnover rate and therefore lower costs associated with onboarding. We discuss how fairness is fundamental to building a trust-driven organizational culture, an
ENCORE: The Value of Formal Mentorship Programs in the Workplace
This is an encore presentation from a previously aired episode from May 13, 2022. Mentorship programs continue to be a great way to develop employees' skills and help them grow in their careers. Many companies offer mentorship programs, but not all of them make the most of these opportunities and some are not sure how to implement and gauge for success. In this podcast, we explore the benefits of mentorship programs and how to ensure your company's program is successful. We'll also look at some
ENCORE: Why Your Engagement and Performance Programs Are Probably Broken and How Coaching and People Science Can Fix Them
This is an encore presentation from a previously aired episode about people science from November 18, 2022. For years, organizations have invested heavily in programs designed to improve employee engagement and work performance. But despite good intentions, too many of these endeavors have fallen short. Now, some companies are turning to people science and coaching as a solution. Gone are the days when people-driven decisions were made on hunches and good intentions. Smart companies are leanin
Investing in Recognition: Budgeting and Pitching an Employee Recognition Platform
In this episode, we are joined by Kudos COO Karim Punja to take a hard look at the business angle of employee recognition from someone who truly understands its ROI. Join us as we discuss how to create a budget for an employee recognition platform, how to communicate the value of employee recognition to senior leadership and others in the organization, how to use employee recognition programs to retain and attract new talent, and much more!
The Power of Personalized Products in Business
In today’s experience economy, consumers increasingly expect personalized products and services. Customization allows companies to better meet customers’ unique needs and desires. Join us as we explore the power of tailored offerings and how they can help businesses stand out. Our guest will provide insights into how his company is transforming its industry through personalization. This is a podcast you won’t want to miss if you are interested in how customization can invigorate business and cus
How to Use the Voice of the Employee to Create a Successful Company Culture
How can companies tap into the voice of employees, especially deskless workers, to shape a successful culture? Our guest discusses the importance of listening to frontline perspectives and how technology creates seamless communication exchanges between leadership and staff. Learn creative ways to implement flexible scheduling, better recognition programs, and increased engagement for non-desk employees. Discover how to select the right tools to break down barriers and actionably use employee fee
How To Be A Great Manager: Be the Manager Everyone Wants to Work For
6What does it take to be a truly great manager that people want to work for? In this podcast, discover the meaning of “servant leadership” and the tools found in a manager’s toolbox. We’ll also explore trends in leadership development, training, and preparing the next generation for management roles. Whether you’re new to management or a seasoned leader, this podcast offers invaluable wisdom from an expert.
How to Prepare Your Talent Pipeline for Turbulent Times
In today's rapidly changing work environment, companies face the challenge of ensuring they have the right talent to meet their evolving needs. To build a resilient workforce, organizations can tap into flexible, remote workers with specialized skills. This allows companies to scale up or down more nimbly. In this podcast, we explore strategies for leveraging a flexible, remote workforce to build organizational resilience.
Using Employee Perks to Beat Inflation
Employee perks are a great way for companies to show appreciation and gratitude and enforce their employer brand's power. Perks are more than just the customary items that satisfy the mainstream. Today's employee perks are designed to help employers address the financial, mental, and physical wellbeing of employees and their families by offering everything from entertainment, travel, food, and gym memberships to car oil changes and pet care. Most are self-service, taking the administrative strai
Powering Hybrid Work, Inclusive Conversations and Employee Wellbeing at Poll Everywhere
In today's rapidly evolving work landscape, understanding the dynamics of the modern workplace is more crucial than ever. Recognizing that today’s workforce is composed of multiple generations at varying stages of life is critical to both the wellbeing of the employee and employer. Topics like remote work personalization, employee engagement and wellbeing, all directly impact productivity and business success. Smart companies understand that it takes everyone in an organization to make the compa
How Menopause is Affecting Your Workforce or Why Menopause is a Workplace Issue
This episode focuses on a less-talked-about yet significant influence on the dynamics of your workforce - menopause. It often impacts employees silently but significantly, affecting their performance and wellbeing. Join us as we discuss this topic in depth with a specialist in human resources. They'll share how organizations can adopt a more empathetic and understanding approach, recognizing the unique challenges menopause brings for your employees. Learn how to foster a work environment that is
How the Right Employee Rewards and Recognition Programs Are Changing Culture
In today's dynamic work environment, employee rewards and recognition programs play a vital role in fostering a positive organizational culture. When implemented effectively, these programs can lead to increased engagement, satisfaction, and overall performance. In this podcast, we explore how the right employee rewards and recognition programs are changing the way organizations approach their workplace culture. We're excited to welcome Shireen El-Maissi from Blueboard as our guest speaker. Shir
The Consequences of Generative AI
In today's rapidly evolving world of technology, Generative AI has risen to the forefront, bringing with it the potential for incredible productivity and creativity gains. But as with any major advancement, there are also concerns and potential consequences. In this podcast, we'll be exploring the world of generative AI, its potential impact on the workforce, and how we can navigate both the opportunities and challenges it presents. We're excited to have Todd Maycunich, a thought leader in the A
Squeaky Wheels vs Silent Geniuses: A People-centric Approach to Org Structure
In today's workplace, there are often two types of employees: those who make noise and demand attention and those who quietly excel at their work without much recognition. But is it fair to judge an employee's value based on their visibility or vocalization? In this podcast we dive into this topic with a human resources expert, who will share how organizations can create a more people-centric approach to their structure, focusing on the unique strengths and values each employee brings to the tab
Creating Employee Experience That Lasts
In an age of "deskless" workers, the employee experience is more important than ever. Companies are realizing that the way they design and cultivate their employee experiences can have a lasting impact on productivity, morale, and even the bottom line. From creating a welcoming workspace to providing meaningful feedback and recognition, companies can make sure that their employees are engaged and have a positive experience. In this podcast, we talk to an expert on workforce management and engage
Train Your Way to Better Retention
Retaining today's employees for the long-term is a top priority for most businesses. Without a motivated and committed workforce, it can be difficult to achieve success in an increasingly evolving marketplace. However, retention is only one part of the equation. Training, developing and engaging employees is essential to keeping them on board. By providing meaningful learning experiences, companies can ensure that their staff have the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. In this episode, w
Why Employee Appreciation Day Should be Important to Organizations
Employee Appreciation Day - does your company celebrate it? Do you spend time recognizing and thanking your employees? In this episode, we talk about how Employee Appreciation Day at Workhuman has become a key part of their culture, how it helps build relationships and engagement, and what other companies can learn from the example.
How Work Culture Contributes to Successful Organizations
In this episode, we will be discussing what makes a successful organization, and how its work culture contributes to overall success. From the importance of collaboration to the challenges of creating a cohesive culture, we will be diving into the best practices for building a strong and unified team. We’ll also be exploring how to create an environment that encourages creativity and innovation, as well as how to motivate staff members to reach their highest potential. As HR leaders, managers, a
Making Your Business More Resilient
When your business is faced with a challenge, how do you respond? Do you crumble under the pressure, or do you find a way to overcome it? Resilience is key to success in any situation, and there are things you can do to make your business more resilient. By developing a positive attitude, being flexible, and having a strong support network, you can help your business weather any storm. In this podcast, we talk to Ronni Zehavi, Co-Founder and CEO of HiBob, about how businesses can remain steady a
Humor's Role In The 21st Century Workplace
Institutions as serious as Wharton, MIT, and the London Business School agree: it’s time to bring some laughter in the workplace. We laugh at shows like The Office, but work is a sober affair. Babies laugh an average of 400 times per day, but people over 35 only laugh an average of 15 times per day. Considering that 91% of executives believe a sense of humor is key to career advancement and 84% believe that people with a sense of humor do a better job, it’s time to bring some giggles, cackles,
Why Your Engagement and Performance Programs Are Probably Broken and How Coaching and People Science Can Fix Them
In today’s fast-paced, constantly changing work environment, organizations are looking for ways to improve employee engagement and performance. However, many organizations invest in initiatives that fail to see significant improvements. Many are now turning to coaching and people science programs as a way to boost productivity and create a more positive work culture. But what exactly do coaching and people science mean, and how do they work? This podcast will explore the basics of effective eng
The Role of Ethical AI in Skills-Based Talent Decisions
In a rapidly changing world, the ability to make ethical AI-based talent decisions will be increasingly important for business success. As businesses strive to keep up with the competition, they need to be able to identify and nurture the skills of their workforce. At the same time, they need to maintain high ethical standards in order to protect the privacy and rights of employees. In this podcast, we explore the role of ethical AI in skills-based talent decisions. From the standpoint of an exp
How Women Can Uplevel Their Power in the Workplace
It's no secret that the workplace is often a man's world. But what can women do to uplevel their power and make it a more equal playing field? In this podcast, we explore how women can lean into their power and potential to create the change they want to see. We also look at how business leaders can better support women in the workplace and what organizations can do to foster a more inclusive environment.
Digital Employee Experience
Employee experience has come to the forefront of how businesses operate. In a digital age, where everything is at our fingertips, employee experience needs to be designed with the user in mind. Too often, employers neglect Employee 2.0 and focus exclusively on customers. By neglecting the employee, you are essentially setting yourself up for failure. Your best employees will leave and find a better work experience elsewhere. Delight your employees and they will deliver great customer experiences
How Social Screening Can Improve Your Employee Experience
If you're like most HR recruiters, then you're always looking for ways to improve the employee experience. By using social media screening tools, you leverage emerging technologies like AI to a better idea of what potential employees are like online. This can help you to find candidates who are a good fit for your company and who will be happy and engaged in their work. In this podcast, we'll discuss how social screening can be used to identify potential employees and avoid those who have red fl
How to Maximize Gatherings to Make Change Stick
It's been said that "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." While this may be true for many things in life, it is especially applicable when it comes to making change stick in the workplace. But if they're not handled correctly, these gatherings can quickly turn into a waste of time. In order to create meaningful change within an organization, it's important to gather everyone together and get their buy-in. However, maximizing these gatherings can be tricky. In t
How to Up Your Onboarding Game Amid the Great Resignation
The onboarding process is crucial to the success of any business. It's the first step in ensuring that new employees are comfortable and productive in their roles. But what happens when you're faced with a mass resignation? How can you ensure that your onboarding game is still up to par? With so many people leaving their jobs, it's more important than ever to make sure your onboarding process is up to snuff.
Earned Wage Access
At its core, earned wage access (EWA) is a way for employees to access their wages before their scheduled payday. This can be done through a variety of methods, including payroll advances, early release of funds from a company bank account, or other methods approved by the employer. There are many benefits of EWA for both employees and employers. For employees, it can provide much-needed financial flexibility and peace of mind. It can also help them avoid expensive fees associated with tradition
Traditional Hiring Practices Are Ineffective for Hiring Leaders
It's no secret that the hiring process can be lengthy and often expensive. And while there are a number of ways to streamline the process, many organizations continue to rely on traditional methods that don't necessarily work. In this podcast, we'll take a look at some of the reasons why traditional hiring practices are ineffective for hiring leaders and offer some tips on how to find the best candidates in an ever-evolving work landscape.
Empowering People with Skills Development
When it comes to the world of work, there's no doubt that things are always changing. In order to stay ahead of the curve, it's important for organizations to invest in their employees and help them grow. This means providing opportunities for skills development, so that people can learn new things and keep up with the latest trends. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to do this, and it's a win-win for everyone involved. So if you're looking for ways to empower your team and help them stay ahead
Recruit WFH Employees While Maintaining Your Culture as a Fast-Growing Startup
HR professionals know that finding the right talent is key to the success of any organization – especially a fast-growing startup. If you're looking to expand your team with remote workers, it's important to understand the different types of remote talent and how to best assess their skills. In this podcast, we'll explore ways to find and recruit the best remote talent for your organization.
Maximizing Your Retirement Savings Through Employer-Sponsored Programs
Americans are increasingly dependent on employer-sponsored retirement savings plans to save for retirement. Employers can maximize retirement savings in a lot of ways, from matching employee contributions, offering a 401k plan, and providing education on retirement planning. In this podcast, we'll explore how employers can use maximize sponsored programs to help employees save for retirement, especially in an increasingly dynamic and challenging economic environment.
Using Empathetic Leadership to Thrive in the New Era of the Employee
The employee is changing. With the rise of technology, the way employees work and communicate is changing faster than ever before. In order to thrive in this new era, leaders must learn how to lead with empathy. Empathetic leadership can help managers build trust with their employees, create a more positive work environment, and achieve better results. In this podcast, we look at ways you can start using empathy to lead your team today.
How Gamification Can Build Inclusive, High-Performing Teams
In today's business world, teams are more important than ever. But building high-performing teams can be difficult – especially when members come from diverse backgrounds. That's where gamification comes in. Through games and challenges, businesses can use gamification to create inclusive team environments that encourage collaboration and performance. In this podcast, we'll explore how gamification can help your team achieve success. By incorporating gaming elements into teambuilding exercises,
Work Sucks, But It’s Our Fault
No one ever said work was easy, but sometimes it feels like it’s just too hard. We all know those days when we drag ourselves to the office and can barely keep our eyes open. It's times like these that we need to be reminded of the saying “work isn’t everything, but everything is work.” So how do we make sure we lead happy, high-performance employees? In this podcast, we explore why work sucks – and how we can fix it. We also look at some research on what makes employees happy and productive, a
How Skills Development Differentiates High Performing Companies
There’s a reason high-performing companies are able to achieve consistent results and maintain a competitive edge. While some organizations may be lucky enough to have natural-born talent, the majority of businesses that are successful put in the hard work to develop their employees’ skills. By creating an environment that encourages and supports learning, these businesses create an atmosphere of continuous improvement that benefits everyone involved. So what exactly sets apart these companies w
The Bermuda Triangle of Background Screening Your Remote Workforce
There has been a recent uptick in businesses hiring remote workers. While this offers many benefits, there are also some state and local regulations and compliance issues that add a layer of complexity that needs to be considered. In this podcast, we discuss the importance of background screening remote workers and provide tips for how to do so effectively. Listen in to learn more about best practices for screening job candidates.
The Value of Formal Mentorship Programs in the Workplace
Mentorship programs are a great way to develop employees' skills and help them grow in their careers. Many companies offer mentorship programs, but not all of them make the most of these opportunities. In this podcast, we explore the benefits of mentorship programs and how to make sure your company's program is successful. We'll also look at some examples of successful mentorship programs and what we can learn from them.
Forecasting the Future of Work
The pandemic has forced organizations to change the way they operate. Many companies have had to shift their operations to a remote-first or hybrid model in order to stay afloat. The pandemic has also accelerated the adoption of digital technologies that enable remote work, such as video conferencing, chat, and project management tools. What will the future of work look like? This is a question that has become all too common, asked by business leaders, managers, and employees like never before.
Unification of HR Systems
The use of information technology within a company can be applied in various ways. One way is to unify the different Human Resources systems used by a company. Doing so can have benefits for both the company and its employees. In this podcast, we discuss the benefits of unification and how it can help improve HR processes, provide examples of successful implementations, and offer thoughts on why more companies should consider doing the same.
The Everywhere Workplace: The Ivanti Survey
In the past two years, there has been a dramatic shift in the way we work. COVID-19, along with advances in technology, has allowed more and more people are able to work remotely, from anywhere in the world. So what does this mean for the future of work? The Ivanti survey results and what they tell us about the rise of remote working. We'll also explore the benefits and challenges of this new way of working, and offer some tips on how to make the most of it.
How to Overcome the Urgency Epidemic at Work
Creating a sense of urgency at work isn't always a bad thing. However, it becomes a bad thing when people in leadership roles wield it like a sword and use it to the point that it now becomes counter-productive. When applied in strong collaboration to speed up a project (think Covid-19 vaccine), it can have a beneficial outcome. However, when everything is served up as a priority with merits as urgent as the tasks before it, people will become confused about prioritizing and completing a task su
Balancing Security with Employee Experience
There's no doubt that security is important in the workplace. But what happens when the measures taken to ensure security start to have a negative impact on employee welfare and productivity? That's where the challenge lies for employers - finding a balance between the two. There are a few ways to achieve this, and it ultimately comes down to creating a healthy workplace culture, one where employees grasp the concept of security in all its fullness. This podcast discusses what security really is
Courageous Cultures: How to Build Teams of Micro-Innovators, Problem Solvers and Customer Advocates
Workplaces need innovation in order to remain competitive. But you can’t order innovation like a spare part. You need the right culture to inspire innovation and leadership among your employees. That comes down to a courageous culture, where employees feel empowered to speak up on behalf of their organization and take leadership roles, even if they’re not in management positions. In cultures like this, employees are willing and able to share their ideas, and your whole company reaps the benefits
Myth-Busting Common Video Interview Concerns
As technology has advanced, the way we conduct interviews has changed. No longer are we bound to a physical space, sitting across a desk from one another. Video interviewing has become a popular option for many companies and candidates alike, especially during COVID-19. There are many benefits to using video interviews in the recruitment process and many myths as well.
Driving Diversity, Inclusion, and Business Success with Military Hiring
For businesses facing serious hiring challenges as part of the Great Resignation, there’s an untapped talent pool that would allow them to surpass diversity and inclusion goals while introducing critical problem-solving skills: veterans. In fact, veteran candidates introduce several critical skill sets that are hard to find among civilians while offering a clean slate for employers to re-skill a talented employee. The key is learning how to overcome hiring obstacles and use veteran hiring to str
The Power of Pressure
In today’s workplace, the pressure is on—to be a perfect employee, to always be available, to exceed last week’s exceeded expectations. In short, the modern workplace is a pressure cooker. But that doesn’t have to be a bad thing. In fact, stress and pressure are both critical motivators at work. Without a little pressure, you can’t perform at your best. The key is leveraging pressure as a tool of success rather than a weight on your shoulders. The first step is mindset, figuring out how to thi
Implications of “Work-from-Anywhere” on Relocation Benefits
With more employees able to work from home than ever before, and the coronavirus pandemic still dictating the terms of where and how we work, employees are settling into work from home. Just...not their current home. These days, more employees are considering the possibility of relocating to a cheaper area if work from home options become permanent. That introduces new challenges for employers—beyond remote work functionality. Companies have to consider how the trend toward relocation will impac
Setting Your Team Up for Hybrid Work Success
Employees are demanding hybrid work. Managers are stressed about hybrid work. And since the confusion often comes from a lack of cohesive hybrid work planning, it’s time to take the stress off everyone’s plates and start planning for the future of hybrid work. For managers, mastering the art of hybrid work is all about communication, learning how to maintain productivity, sustaining your workplace culture in a hybrid environment, and, of course, safety.
The Future of Recruiting
COVID-19 changed the world of work--and the world of hiring--forever. And in today’s digital-first recruiting environment, recruiters have challenges unlike anything they’ve faced in previous decades. Fortunately, modern recruiting technology also offers tools to mitigate those challenges. Because the recruiting landscape is now built around finding the right candidate in a sea of options, recruiting technology equips hiring managers with smart analytic tools so that they can make informed, data
HR and People Leaders Spend Too Much Time on the Mandate -- How to Take That Time Back
As of March 2020, HR managers and company leaders have been laser-focused on COVID-19. As of January 2022, the federal vaccination mandate for all businesses with 100 or more employees brought COVID-19 back to the center of your business discussions. But the more time you waste arguing about the mandate, the less time you have to focus on staying competitive. To address this, you have to address misunderstandings about vaccine proof, tackle fears about the vaccine, get smart about storing employ
Talent Acquisition 2021 Recap and Forecast for 2022
Americans are leaving their jobs (and not coming back) at historic rates. And that means the pressure is on talent acquisition to deliver much-needed manpower and help businesses stay competitive. For businesses with an eye toward the future, it’s time to learn from the mistakes of 2021 (like why employees aren’t in a hurry to come back to work) and use that knowledge to stay ahead. When you’re vying for the same talent in a seller’s market, reaching the right candidates and making the right off
Using Modern-Day Technology to Create Better Workplaces, Part II
Managers want in-person work. Employees want hybrid work. And in the Great Resignation, when employees are more willing than ever to leave behind lackluster jobs, hybrid work is no longer a perk—it's a competitive advantage. And employers need to catch up to the curve. By focusing on tools that enable the same success factors in in-person environments (like communication, agility, and innovation) employers can reimagine the future of work and ensure their future success.
Using Modern-Day Technology to Create Better Workplaces
As COVID-19 leads more employees to demand hybrid workplaces, the pressure is on employers to innovate and provide long-term hybrid solutions. The good news is that modern technology is ready to provide the answers. The key is to focus on elements that drive success in in-person environments: communication, collaboration, innovation, agility, and the democratization of technology access. And with the right tools, employers can innovate and reimagine their own workplaces—and stay competitive in t
The Value of Self-Driven Skills Development
Today’s employees don’t want to just collect a paycheck. They want to grow in their work. That’s great news for managers and HR departments, who can capitalize on the hunger to learn through self-driven skills development. That way, employees can learn skills that are valuable to them while also motivating themselves to pursue it—the better to make sure they’re genuinely interested. That said, employers still play a big role. Today’s companies need to provide well-sourced, well-considered conte
The State of the Frontline Work Experience in 2021
Frontline workers are burned out and scared, and many are thinking of quitting their jobs. Yet their organizations still rely on them to do essential work. And if workplaces want to avoid a brain drain from the front lines, it’s time to invest in frontline employees. Among other things, that means recognizing the unique struggle of frontline employees, providing support to push back against burnout, skills training to help adapt to the future of work, and a targeted effort to drive better perfo
From Best Practice to Legal Requirement – the Evolution of Mandated Respect in the Workplace
In today’s workplace, respect is not just a kind gesture or a tool of civility. It’s a necessity for a high-performing workplace. The problem is that many workplaces still struggle to find the right balance of respect and meeting employee expectations. The key to respect is understanding what respect means in today’s work environment and the role leaders play in it. From there, leaders can craft their organizational standards of respect, accountability, and appropriate handling of disrespectful
The Future Workplace Mindset: The People, Technology, and Business Intersection
Technology will change the way business is run—and with rapid adoption in the COVID-19 era, those changes are happening faster than ever before. Your workplace needs to be ready to evolve with the times. But first, you need to establish the right mindset for technology adoption. Humans inherently resist change, and your employees are no different. However, there are ways to overcome change-resistant mindsets. By driving understanding and reframing the effort, you can change employees minds (and
Hybrid Work: Transforming Your Workplace Through Networking, Security, and Collaboration
The future of work is hybrid, but many workplaces aren’t ready for it. In order to make the transition successfully, leadership, HR teams, and IT teams need to create a secure work environment that allows successful (and safe) communication online just as much as in-person. This only happens when networking, security, and collaboration tools come together to enhance health and well-being, safety, and efficiencies. The key is to strike a balance—not just tools that get the job done, but tools th
On-Site Employee Benefits: Bringing Dental Care into the Workplace
Workforce expectations are changing — that we know, and that includes benefits. Employees are looking to their workplace to provide more guidance and real solutions on healthcare and wellness — and by the way, employers that step up to the plate aren’t just improving their own work culture. They’re also boosting their own brand as a forward-thinking employer. Today we’re going to one way a new approach to benefits is changing the game – bringing well-being to the workforce. Pop-up dental clinic
Culture Lessons Learned from the Space Shuttle Columbia Accident
In 2019, a United Minds and Weber Shandwick survey found that one in five employees reported experiencing a cultural crisis within the last year to two—a significant incident indicating troubling workplace attitudes and behaviors. Worse, 30% of employees expect a cultural crisis within the next two years based on their employer’s current behavior. It’s more than just a bad attitude. It’s a toxic workplace culture that culminates into a dangerous trend for workplaces. Just look at the Space Shut
How to Stop the Great Resignation? Employee Recognition!
Spend any time looking at career and business magazines you’re probably familiar with this term: The Great Resignation. Or as I like to call it, And we thought we were in trouble before. The Great Resignation is the tide of employees leaving their companies — a massive, unprecedented disruption in the labor market. What caused it? Upheavals in the workplace, a revelation among workers that they can work remotely and prefer to, a new wave of retirements that opened up new opportunities. Add a ge
Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love
Gone are the days of working for one company for 40 years. These days, employees change jobs—and careers—all the time. And yet, many of us remain in the same jobs, even though we know we would love a career change. The number one myth about career changes is that they’re simply too difficult. We think it will take too much time and effort, or that starting from the bottom in a new field isn’t worth the cost. In reality, changing careers will require some legwork, but it’s not at all impossible.
Managing the Uncertain Employee
In business, uncertainty is the lack of certainty or sureness of an event. In accounting, uncertainty is the inability to foretell consequences due to a lack of knowledge on which to make predictions. And when people can’t make predictions about their workplaces, they get nervous, unproductive, and disengaged. That uncertainty and disengagement comes with a high price tag—The Gallup Organization estimates that there are 22 million actively disengaged employees costing the economy $350 billion e
How to Use and Develop Leadership Skills When Building Diverse Teams
Workplace diversity is more than just a slogan. In the year 2021, businesses have come to understand that diversity is simply a good business decision. Diverse teams are more creative, more likely to re-examine facts, less prone to groupthink, and more likely to make good decisions. But in order to build those teams, you need strong leadership. Strong leadership comes from a few key areas: having the right mindset, building trust, cultivating engagement, and encouraging employees to support div
Use the Conscience Code to Resolve Difficult Workplace Conflicts, Lead with Values, and Advance Your Career
The employee relationship to the workplace is changing. In the Baby Boomer generation, work was about collecting a paycheck and doing your time in exchange for retirement benefits. In the Millennial generation, work is part of your identity, and a big part of the Millennial identity is altruism and social responsibility. So when Millennials go to work, they want companies that align with their values. There’s just one problem: less than half of Millennials think businesses behave ethically. In
Trends That Define the Post Pandemic Workforce
The COVID-19 pandemic radically altered the landscape of work. And as businesses shift into the post-pandemic world, they have to deal with new realities in talent management. Like the shift from the biggest work-from-home experiment in human history to...the new normal. HR professionals will need to adapt to new technology to reflect a new talent acquisition environment and a new talent management environment. Hiring will have to reflect flexible labor, offering the right incentives for in-per
Freshen Up Remote Culture for Work and Play
Since 2005, there’s been a 173% increase in remote work, 11% faster than the rest of the workforce and 47 times faster than the work-from-home population. Then COVID hit, and almost every employee got a taste of the work from home life. These days, 80% of employees want to work from home at least some of the time, and 3 in 4 employees consider remote work the new normal. There’s just one problem: translating your work culture into your work-from-home culture. In fact, culture is the hardest th
Overcome Your Own Self-Sabotage to Live a Confident, Empowered Life
Whether it’s procrastination, overthinking, impulsivity, negativity, laziness, or just giving up, many of us find ourselves on the cusp of something big—only to shoot ourselves in the foot. Unfortunately, this is an all-too-common phenomenon. We notice an opportunity for success. We build anxiety around success. And then we make our fears come true. Learning how to recognize and rewire these behaviors is about more than just getting over the hump. It’s about changing your relationship to succes
Turning Mistakes into a Business Model
In The New, New Thing, Michael Lewis refers to the term “business model” as a term of art, essentially describing a business’s plan for how to make money. Yet your business model (and your inherent assumptions about your company) shape how nimble you are—and how good you are at making money. In other words, what you think about your business shapes your business in the future. So if your assumptions are wrong, you have space to make your business stronger. Once you improve your assumptions, y
Building the Future Through Stem
Technology is at the heart of almost everything we touch daily. Mobile phones, cars, as well as computers are a staple in most people's lives. Technology is driven by innovation and innovation is pushed forward by human curiosity and the need to want more. But what happens when people are no longer encouraged to be curious, ask questions, and want more? In essence, life as we know it will become stagnant. Stagnation will affect society in all ways, from economics to people interactions with the
How to Build Employment Value with Better Benefits
In a tight labor market with rapid job turnover, employees no longer take a job based on salary alone. These days, benefits are just as important as income—and a critical part of the recruitment package. In fact, 82% of women with kids and 76% of men with kids would prefer better benefits over a salary increase, and 80% of employees overall would opt for better benefits over a better salary. And while 92% of Millennials say money is a major factor in a job, 90% of Millennials say they would pre
The 3 Pillars of Hybrid Workplaces
In past years, the hybrid workplace was a dream for workers who wanted the chance to work from home and go to the office. Telework was not available for most Americans, and the 7% of Americans who worked from home tended to be knowledge workers or the highest-paid—executives, IT managers, and financial analysts. Then the coronavirus pandemic hit. Now, 80% to 90% of workers want to remain remote. And on a deeper level, working parents want to keep the benefits of working from home—65% of respond
Moving Across Borders: Navigating Your HR Career Across Multiple Industries
HR has shifted out of the back room and into the heart of the company. Employers are recognizing as never before that HR professionals have the power to shape the organizational fabric. In the era of COVID-19, as employees demand more support from their workplaces, HR is more important than ever before. Yet there are also more opportunities for HR professionals than ever before. Experts now say that viewing the employee experience through a customer lens can help HR drive a better experience. T
Leadership Lessons Learned: From Social Responsibility to Managing Micro Changes
If ever there is a widespread topic, it's the topic of effective leadership. It has many approaches and different facets, but ultimately comes down to one question: Do you know if what you are doing as a leader is effective? If not, you are failing and may not even realize this. The best leaders have wavering styles and connect with people differently and situationally, but two of the most common traits are showing humility and empathy. And great leaders also possess an uncanny communication
How HR Can Help Employees Move from Struck to Strong
We all dream of finding a job that thrills and satisfies us. Unfortunately, many employees still struggle to find a deeper connection to their work and find themselves trudging along through the daily grind. It’s not that anything is wrong, it’s that nothing is quite right either, and so you’re coasting along, disengaged from your work. That's a big deal, considering that companies with happy employees outperform the competition by 20% and happy employees are 12% more productive. And happiness
Avoid the Workplace Talent Cliff
The 2020 - 2021 pandemic took its toll on businesses in part of the world. Employment and how companies manage through this with their greatest asset, their employees, have also been challenging. People are re-examining their options along with their employers with re-organization of the workplace, more job opportunities with work being mostly remote for many, and people opting to retire with or without the offer of a golden parachute. The upheaval of these actions has brought us, once again, to
Loneliness and Isolation: Fighting Back Against New Forms of Employee Burnout
Employee burnout is real. According to a recent Gallup poll, 76% of employees experience some form of burnout at various times in their careers. In a survey conducted by job board Monster, it was reported that 69% of people working from home during the pandemic are experiencing a form of burnout. The stress, anxiety and fear caused by Coronavirus-19 coupled with noise levels, life-balancing acts of managing childcare and meal prep, along with makeshift home offices, fatigue from video conferenci
Connecting Talent Acquisition to a Better Candidate and Recruiter Experience
The world of work is changing. So is the world of hiring. And in 2021, that change is happening faster than ever, with a new push for digital hiring technology alongside an increasing demand to keep hiring personal. That presents a dilemma for businesses. On one hand, businesses need to be efficient in hiring. On the other hand, it’s difficult to making hiring personal—and streamlined—when there are so many potential candidates. Lack of efficiency leaves your business in the dust, but a la
How Employee Wellbeing Will Make or Break Businesses in 2021 and Beyond
The coronavirus continues to impact almost every individual aspect of our lives, but some of the most profound changes can be seen in our health. In 2017, 3 in 4 Americans reported at least one symptom of stress. Americans are now suffering even higher stress levels than they reported at the start of the pandemic. And when people are stressed, they’re not focusing on their work—they're focused on pulling through. That has a profound impact on the workplace—not just in productivity, but also i
Recruiting: How to Humanize a Mostly Digital Hiring Experience
Today I’m welcoming Tim Visconti, CEO and Tim David, COO, of PeopleLift to talk about recruiting and how the landscape and the approach has changed. What are the new tools, the new rules, and the new objectives? How can we optimize and humanize candidate experience during an often largely remote and digital hiring process? We’re going to talk about the best new practices that can put organizations in front as far as recruiting.
The Evolution of HR in the Time of COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic has changed every individual aspect of our lives, and the most obvious site of long-term change is the workplace. Employees are returning to work, but they’re now concerned about their own safety. Talent is drawn based on a different set of competitive advantages, and the competitive edge that separates successful businesses and stragglers will rely on a completely new pattern of work. HR departments lie at the heart of the transformation, driving not just policy chan
Protecting the Business from Lawsuits as Employees Return to Work: Strategies for Managing the Coming Workplace Reintegration
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, one question has been on everyone’s minds: when can we go back to normal? When can we go back to work? Unfortunately, there’s a great deal of disagreement—even among workers who are concerned for their own safety. An ESG survey found that 36% of knowledge workers who are “extremely concerned” about their personal health and safety due to Covid-19 say they would prefer to return to the office compared to 49% of respondents who are “not that concerned” or “no
Work Well. Play More. Steps to Healthy Living
Setting boundaries between work and home life is a big struggle for many people. The advent of the 2020 pandemic has amplified this problem exponentially and created a greater concern for both employees and their employers. Organizations that are concerned about the mental and physical well being of its employees recognize the need for down time as well as time away from work. Many studies have shown that mental stress and high physical demands placed on employees is detrimental to the compan
The State of Financial Literacy and Its Impact on the Post-Pandemic Workplace
Today I’m welcoming Danny Kofke (“cough-key") from Mentoro Group to talk about the state of financial literacy in the U.S. today, its impact on the workplace, and what companies can do to solve this problem in the post-pandemic era. We’re going to talk about making finances accessible and understandable for your employees, how human resources and leadership can contribute, and how financial literacy can make your organization stronger.
Stop Promoting Workplace Failure
Communication and innovation. Two very important words for any company looking to succeed. Without a good set of ears to the ground and a workplace that promotes creative thinking, it's difficult, if not impossible, to stay ahead of the competition and deliver successfully to customers. So why do so many companies lack these two essential aspects in their business model? Practicing good communication and embracing the critical need for innovation are not always easy. They require throwing awa
Business Reinvention: How to Thrive in Times of Disruption and Chaos
Disruption and chaos. When most people hear these two words, they automatically think of trouble. However, researchers and scientists are finding that disruption and chaos are found at the epicenter of innovation and change and for the better. This state of flux allows us to re-examine our points of view and consider adjusting what we know to what may be a better way of doing things. As it is with human nature, we tend to only accept change at those times when we are at our lowest points and wil
Better Long-term Flexibility for Employees
The words flexible work conditions can be defined in many ways, depending on who you ask. What appears to be a flexible work environment for one person may not be for another. So, in thinking about the word flexible in the context of the workplace, is it a case of what's being offered to employees in the way of perks or benefits or the employer's culture? We think it's both. Without a culture that propagates collaboration, open-mindedness, and transparency, flexible work options are not likel
Workplace Healthcare Trends for 2021: What Employers Need to Know
2020 started a worldwide tsunami of turmoil with 2021 continuing the havoc of a pandemic and the insurmountable issues that accompany it. In this mix is the current state of the workforce and the toll the turmoil has taken on employers and employees. Many employees have been forced to relocate their workspaces into areas previously used as home space. This along with the isolation of working remotely and adjusting to a new “normal” has taken a toll on many people. With this in mind, employers
Women in the Workplace: The Continuing Struggle
In general, women have had insurmountable obstacles to hurdle in the workplace, and the current state of the world has only added more challenges. According to the 2020 McKinsey & Company Women in the Workplace report, researchers discovered that working women fared poorly under the challenges of Covid-19. They further report that women of color fared the worst of all, suffering from layoffs and furloughs. In addition, they followed the trend of female mobility in the workplace, and based on
Elder Caregiving: An Employee Crisis
In addition to many working individuals and families still figuring out childcare during a pandemic, another serious issue has arisen. As the U.S. life expectancy rises, more and more people face caring for an aging relative and balancing childcare needs while working as full-time employees. According to an article in HR Executive, "61% of working caregivers said helping loved ones has impacted their employment situation, and 53% reported going in late, leaving early, or taking time off to ac
Emotional Intelligence: The Key to Leading High Performing Cultures In Uncertain Times
Emotional intelligence sounds like a buzzword, but it's far from that. It's a critical skill that lays the foundation for other important skills like empathy, kindness, listening, communicating, connecting, and influencing to be present and fully used with intentional purpose. When it comes to leadership, emotional intelligence is taking center stage, with many organizations, as a major consideration at hiring and promotion times. Going hand-in-hand with emotional intelligence is the ability to
The End of Jobs: The Rise of On-Demand Workers and Agile Corporations
The world of work is rapidly changing. Employment laws and what constitutes a "gig" or on-demand worker are a work in process, as is how the workforce is pivoting to integrate on-demand workers into their hiring and workflows. Benefits, worker protection and wages are under scrutiny but are likewise an acceptable trade-off for many on-demand workers given the flexible and desirable nature of gig work. One of the factors leading to why the nature of the gig worker remains clearly undefined is
How to Harness the Power of Introverted People in Your Organization
According to the US Chamber of Commerce, introverts have skills and behaviors that make them a great business owner. They possess good listening skills, pay attention to details with greater concern, and are thoughtful before speaking with their opinions. They also have a reputation for being strong leaders because of their ability to really listen and to bestow credit where it belongs. In the business world, they blend well into online communication venues such as chats and groups where peop
Embracing Neurodiversity: The Future of Talent Management
Today I’m welcoming Ed Thompson, CEO / Founder, Uptimize to talk about an aspect of diversity in the workforce we probably need to focus on a lot more — and that’s neurodiversity. Whatever workplace you’re in, it’s more than likely you’ve got a whole range of different thinking styles on your teams. But too often, they’re not all appreciated — let alone recognized. We do know, however, that diverse teams are far more effective and innovative — and diversity of thought is a big component in that.
Recruiting in the Age of Googlization
The world of job search and recruiting has been turned upside down. What was, generally, expected from employers and job seekers has taken a turn and not for the best. Companies have laid off people and jobs are scarcer now due to the recession of a pandemic 2020. However, business still needs to keep moving forward, which means having people continuing day-to-day duties and atypical fashion. Evermore necessary is the skill of possessing great communication skills. Being able to interview vir
How Child’s Play Helps Us Navigate Uncertain Times at Work
If anyone believes that incorporating play into the workplace culture is a waste of time, the research shows us differently. Child's play in the workplace actually enhances the culture of the work environment. It creates greater camaraderie, builds trust, opens up conversations that may not be broached due to fear of retribution, and develops a workplace where transparency is the norm. From the employer's perspective, they can expect higher productivity levels, greater concern and care for th
How to Successfully Job Search During the COVID-19 Pandemic
For most people, searching for a new job has never been easy. Add to this, the difficulties the current pandemic brings and now job seekers have to double up their efforts to find work. Some of the practices that have always been a part of the job search process haven't changed though. Conducting proper research and doing your due diligence to vet companies that are a good match for your skill sets and personality type is still true. The difference here is that many organizations are not hiri
How to Leverage Pandemic Unemployment to Launch Your Dream Career
It may seem like a herculean task to find a new job during the pandemic or in times when one is unemployed. The fact is companies are still hiring and unemployed people are hirable. The advent of remote work is a fact of life for most companies. In the past, some companies, though desirable, may not have been considered because of geography, but this has now changed. The world of work has opened up many more opportunities for job seekers, so finding work in places not previously considered is no
Do Recruiters Really Care About Candidate Experience?
The job candidate experience is a topic gaining momentum as younger generations enter the workforce. In modern times and with the advent of advanced technologies, people have access to more information than ever before in our history. This ability to access information has led people to seek out potential employers' inner workings and delve into what comprises their culture, how they follow the company mission if they live up to the values, and how they aspire to the vision. These self-purported
Hiring Hourly Employees — How to Transform the Candidate Experience
Today I’m welcoming Quincy Valencia, Vice President - Product Innovation at Alexander Mann Solutions. We’ll be talking about the importance of providing a great candidate experience not just to any employer, but to hourly employers, who often get short shrift in that department. We’re going to lay out the central factors in a positive hiring experience for hourly candidates, and look at an innovative solution in hiring that transforms the journey, end to end. Alexander Mann’s Hourly is a platfor
The Power of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Today I’m welcoming LaFawn Davis, Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, Indeed to look at best practices for cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong. It’s not enough to aim to improve diversity or inclusion on its own — it’s when you strategically focus on all three factors that you can really transform your workplace. We’ll also look at some common mistakes leaders, managers and HR teams make when trying to address diversity and inclusio
Designing Work to Meet Your Personal and Professional Goals
Blending personal and professional goals into a comfortable mix is gaining ground. As more and more people seek gratification in their personal lives, finding satisfaction in one's career is equally important, if not more important, than some aspects within a person's personal life. According to a research study conducted by a team of academicians at Purdue University, they discovered that some people considered their employment more important than their marriage. Ultimately, though, most people
Unmute Yourself: How to Be Your Own Advocate When Working from Home
The pandemic state of 2020 has taken its toll on everyone, everywhere, and for many, it has thrust them into working conditions they did not anticipate. Millions of people who were once driving to work and being in an environment where collaboration and face-to-face contact was a common practice are, for the most part, no longer doing this. So now that we are working from home and cannot lean over the cubicle with a quick question or ask for assistance and feedback, how can we effectively put ou
How to Support the Workforce by Protecting Mental Health
Today I’m welcoming Dawn Mitchell, Vice President, Human Resources, Appian to look at effective strategies for supporting your workforce and their mental health during and beyond the pandemic. Appian was a fully in-house, open-door, come-together work culture that found a way to take that work culture remote — and also make sure its employees get the support and help they need. And that includes mental health: we’ve all seen anxiety levels jump over the past 9 months. The key is to acknowledge i
Leading a Successful Company Revolution with Intentional Integrity
Corporate integrity is not just a buzz phrase; it sits at the core of an organization's business dealings and how the organization conducts itself, both inside and outside the company. Corporate integrity applies to all organizations, whether it be a non-profit or profit-gaining business. It's like doing the right thing when no one is looking and knowing that the right thing is the most integrity filled way of conducting business. Companies that conduct themselves using intentional integrity and
The Cost of Misalignment
Today I’m welcoming Natalie Baumgartner, Chief Workforce Scientist, Achievers to talk about the challenge of alignment in workforces right now. Achievers’ Workforce Institute just put out the 2020 Culture report, based on their June survey of over 1100 people around the world. Culture alignment now is just as important as ever — but as with so many facets of working today, COVID-19 has had a profound effect. Culture alignment plays a key role in recognition as well as engagement. We’ll talk abo
How AI is Reinventing Talent Management
Today I’m welcoming Brad Sutton, Strategic Accounts, EightfoldAI, to talk about how talent management — and talent acquisition as well — are being transformed by AI. AI is changing the game in everything from recruiting to team building to succession planning, and proving a powerful ally in retention and engagement initiatives as well.
Strategic Learning: Upskill, Reskill and Retrain
Today I’m welcoming Dickens Aubourg, Paycom Director of Client Learning, to talk more about the power of reskilling, retraining and upskilling when it comes to engaging, retaining, and developing your talent, and why that’s a key business strategy right now. Developing from within is always a smart approach, but it makes even more sense in the context of remote workplaces — and the need to engage our people and motivate our top performers.
Employee Experience 2020: Digitization, Flexibility, Benefits
Today I’m welcoming Chris Wakely, Executive Vice President, Global Sales, Benify, to #WorkTrends to talk about benefits in general. We mean everything besides compensation — the perks, culture, health plans and other offerings that the employer offers. The best way to deliver them all is via a digital platform that meets the needs of employees today.
The Power of AI-Driven Collaboration
Today I’m welcoming Guibert Englebienne, the Chief Technology Officer & Cofounder of Globant, to talk about the power of AI-driven collaboration. This is absolutely on the leading edge of how we work, and how we manage and engage our people — using data and AI-driven tools to boost collaboration between teams and foster company culture, and enabling us to work together efficiently and creatively from anywhere in the world.
Job Description Complexities
Love them or hate them. Job descriptions are a fact of business life. The problem with many job descriptions is that they are boring, lack the essential information a job seeker needs to assess a company's workplace culture and are, all too often, written to benefit the hiring company and not the person considering the job. Information such as "a day in the life" is rarely provided, nor is enough information about the position and team or department where the new hire will be working. In esse
The Power of Workplace Gratitude
Today I’m welcoming Liz King, the CMO of gThankYou, LLC, to talk about the importance of workplace gratitude. Sharing gratitude with employees and peers may actually be the special sauce of workplace culture. We’re going to hear about the science behind gratitude, and how it transforms the workplace. We’ll talk about how to shape a whole culture of gratitude, and what to do for the holidays that will make everyone smile.
Transforming the Healthcare Benefits Experience
Today I’m welcoming Justin Holland, the CEO and Founder of HealthJoy to talk about health benefits — and why it’s so important for employers to deliver a quality healthcare benefits experience for their employees, wherever they’re working, remote or on-site. Healthcare has changed radically — it’s far more complex than it ever was. And right now, employees need more help and guidance than ever.
Sexual Harassment In Virtual Workplaces
Sexual harassment is not an easy topic, and with the advent of most employees working from home, it has taken on a new dimension of difficulty. Identifying it with concrete evidence is sometimes a feeling you get because you know the other person's behavior or comment was not appropriate. Still, the question is, was it sexual harassment. Keep in mind that sexual harassment does not always occur through physical contact. The spoken word, emails, texts, and video conferencing can all serve as v
Hiring Virtual Assistants
Working with virtual assistants can be a great benefit to organizations of all sizes and industries, and especially useful for start-up companies and small businesses looking to grow. Using virtual assistants can take many burdens off of a business owner and can do it in an economical way. Often, business owners will take on the tasks and duties associated with all aspects of their business leaving them to become overwhelmed and over burdened, which can lead to burnout and the potential demise o
#WorkTrends: AI-Powered Financial Planning for Employees
HR is navigating endless changes right now, including how to best advise and equip employees with the savings and financial planning they need. What’s different: we’re not face to face. The tools and information need to be online — and in a platform that makes sense, offers simple and clear navigating, and presents the best savings opportunities there are. Employees are under enough pressure as it is. And they need a way to better support the financial stresses they’re under. And with the world
Aligning Around Performance Management: New Findings
Reflektive’s new report on performance management shows like every other aspect of how we work, there are major changes afoot. The 2020 Performance Management Benchmark Report, as it’s called, is hot off the presses.It surveyed over 1,000+ HR professionals, business leaders and employees, on the state of performance management, including trends, employee needs, and sentiment about the future. Jennifer Toton, Chief Marketing Officer at Reflektive, joins host Meghan M. Biro to download some of
Navigating the Obstacles of Remote Work
The pandemic has thrown a curve ball to many people in the workplace. What was once normal is now the old way of doing things. The new normal came quickly and it didn’t give people a chance to catch up. Many employees were faced with working from home or someplace else that is not optimal for many reasons. Some find the noise distracting, the workspace inadequate, the routine disruptive or the technology lacking in ways that is causing people to fall behind in their work. In this episode of #W
Building Trust in Uncertain Times
You’ve worked hard to create an engaged, loyal workforce. Then 2020 hits. Overnight we are sent to at-home workspaces working in physical isolation. We balance the stresses of health and wellbeing with maintaining performance in our jobs. Civil unrest has quickly heightened emotions and anxiety. All this and we’re barely past the mid-year mark. In a work world where our teams are distributed physically and mentally, how can we build and maintain trust among our workforce? Further, how do trust a
Going Gig: Freelancing in HR
Before COVID-19 one of the most popular ongoing discussions at #WorkTrends was about the gig economy — which was already breaking open the traditional 9-5 model of working and shifting the perspective from payroll to project. Coworking, freelancing, independent contractors — we were looking at generational preferences and realizing that it was highly likely that we would not be bringing talent into the workforce the same way we had before. Then came the pandemic, and suddenly we shifted to re
Incorporating New Hires into Work Cultures
There’s so much uncertainty about what will happen to the workplace — whether we will wind up staying remote or mixing it up, or be able to return to a physical workspace. Will it be safe, will it be a best practice? There are a lot of questions facing us and we’re not going to have the answers for a while now, given what’s happening in the country with COVID-19. Against this backdrop, we still need to hire people. And we need to find a way to onboard them into a work culture that inspires an
The Bigot in Your Mental Boardroom
The Supreme Court recently handed down a landmark Federal civil rights law that protects gay, lesbian and transgender workers from workplace discrimination based on sex, including gender identity and sexual orientation. The ruling extends protections to millions of workers nationwide, and it’s an incredible victory for inclusiveness and diversity. But on a day to day level, we have a lot of work to do. Even in workplaces that consider themselves inclusive, coexistence can be harrowing for those
Leading Organizations to Resilience and Diversity
Leaders today are grappling with very real and pressing challenges: keeping their workforce safe, balancing the need for business results with the need for compassion, staying ahead of new laws and regulations, grappling with whether or not to reopen and how to do it safely. As they put their hearts and minds into how to improve their work cultures on a very fundamental level, two factors to keep in mind: resilience — the ability to weather changes and struggles and bounce back intact, and diver
Getting Real About ATS
As hiring kicks back into gear with companies rebuilding workforces, adding new employees, and shifting gears to meet the needs of reopening and ramping up business, here’s the question. Are you getting the results you need to get from your hiring technology? And: Are you getting lots of leads from third party job postings, or reducing time to hire? Are you meeting your diversity goals? Does your ATS help you bring in people who join the organization and stay, and thrive? Are the new hires a goo
Leading Through Uncertainty
Leading through a crisis used to be part of the conversation but now, in these times, it is the conversation. We’re in a health crisis, an economic crisis, and also a social crisis — and all are having a heavy impact on our workforces. And these strategies apply to any crisis — hopefully they won’t be as mammoth as what we’re facing as of late. The good news is that if leaders take the right approach they can help steer the company and their people through the maze of uncertainty, fear, and a
Assessing Digital Skills for Hiring Now
What’s happening today has thrown lives and work into turmoil, but we’ve never adapted more quickly. What’s enabling some businesses to pivot in record time is being grounded in the technology needed to keep the workflow going, and the people who possess the digital skills to make it happen. Digital skills were in high demand before Covid-19, part of the digital transformation some call Work 4.0, and that demand is increasing. As businesses scale, adjust, strategize, and aim for the future, t
Improving Work Culture with VR
On a granular level, work cultures are made of relationships, and relationships are made of interactions. Every interaction we make has the opportunity to benefit our relationships or potentially cause damage. In work, where relationships are the backbone of collaboration, productivity, engagement and teamwork, interactions are important to get right. But it’s not always that easy, or that simple. Even before the pandemic triggered a lockdown and work from home, we weren’t always succeeding.
Innovating a Culture of Wellness
What is wellness? The definition has been thrust into high contrast by COVID-19 and our changing work landscape. Working remotely or not, employers tending to employee well-being are finding themselves at the cutting edge of employee experience when their wellness offerings fit the needs and lives of their people. At #WorkTrends we’re looking at some of the companies who are focusing on wellness as a key differentiator -- in terms of employee performance and experience, and also customer expe
Managing Down, Up and Across: Best Practices
Work is all about relationships — you and your boss, you and your managers, you and your teammates, you and your direct reports, and everyone else. Every single one of the relationships we have at work (as well as everywhere) has to be carefully managed, or it can go south fast. At work, compound that need to manage your relationships with the pressure of the workflow, and there’s little margin for error. And teams are becoming the functional nucleus for more and more organizations. 81% of empl
Outsourcing HR: Why and How
The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered intense economic and social disruption and it’s far from over. And our work landscape has changed and will continue to evolve. For businesses, steering through COVID-19 and navigating this new work landscape requires savvy and careful strategizing. More than ever, HR is playing a critical role. And you need the best information you can right now — from managing a newly remote workforce, facilitating furloughs and layoffs, and helping the business leverage prov
Culture That Counts Right Now
Right now organizations are seeing their mettle tested and one thing that’s helping them keep their workforces aligned, engaged and supported is a great company culture. We’re going to talk with organizational culture expert Josh Levine about what makes a company culture matter now — such as how leaders play a key role, and why being there for your people may also mean shifting priorities for the duration. Messaging and zingy purpose statements aside, companies that operate from a foundation of
Remote Working: Craving Knowledge and Skills
The world of work is in the midst of a reckoning. From finance to retail to hospitals to energy to technology, there’s not one sector that has not felt an impact of the COVID-19 pandemic of its toll on the economy . But we’re evolving, and quickly. Weeks in, many organizations are past that sudden pivot to remote teams and are now stepping back from doing triage to think about what’s truly important for supporting our people. That includes technology, security, and knowledge — as in learning the
Mapping the Future of Workforce Skills
On today’s #WorkTrends podcast we’re talking about the skills our workforce will need for the future — and why we need them now. The skills we’re going to need to achieve in the workplace of the future have everything to do with attributes, behaviors, habits and mindset that support collaboration, creativity and innovation, and empathy. And the new workforce is trending to high-performing, sometimes cross-functional teams, with less hierarchy and more independence. To thrive in this context, we
The AI-Powered Leadership Coach
As younger-gen (I’m not saying young gen intentionally) and Next Gen hires come into organizations and show their incredible aptitude and promise, we’re certainly justified in wanting to reward them and promote them. Continuity is on our minds right now as we search for the light at the end of the tunnel of this current crisis — and look for how we’re going to sustain our organizations for the future. And it’s the bright stars in our own workforce that may wind up leading the way. So how do we b
How to Make Your Work Culture Rock
Even right now, even with everything, we need to amp up our workplaces like never before. Culture keeps us together — but you can’t create a great culture if you’re not leading like a rockstar, and treating your employees like MVPs. So many organizations are morphing right now into remote and fragmented workforces — by necessity. But we’re really looking for the glue that will keep us together. Tell you what we all need to keep the beat: Culture. A culture that celebrates empathy, emotional inte
The Power of Business Readiness
Business readiness has taken on a whole new meaning right now as we grapple with an absolutely massive upheaval facing our lives as well as our work. Even a month ago we were discussing the importance of digital workspaces and remote capabilities as a key item on the wish list. Today it’s a necessity. We need to provide a structure for our employees to do their best work no matter where they are. This is a tremendous challenge for leaders and managers: how can we maintain continuity, support and
AI, VR, and the Internal Communication Revolution
Today internal communication is transforming right before our eyes and ears. It’s getting a powerful boost from new technologies such as AI, augmented and virtual realities, and changing not only what we say but how we say it. The future of communication — even how we reach out to each other — and everyone in our organizations — is going to see rapid growth and radical improvements. In fact we’re already experiencing them today.. We’re talking to organizational communication expert Shel Holtz, a
Team Up Marketing and HR to Attract, Engage and Retain Talent
Today’s #WorkTrends podcast is about partnering Marketing and HR for phenomenal talent strategies. It’s a powerful alchemy that happens when Marketing and HR teams align to attract, engage and retain talent. We’ve all seen an expansion in scope and role of both the Chief Culture and Talent Officer: both roles are increasingly held accountable for strategic business growth — but we haven’t always had a great roadmap for joining them together. Well, Now’s the time. Unemployment at an all-time low,
Great Expectations: Companies Need To Live Their Employer Brand
Today’s #WorkTrends podcast is about employer brands: getting behind the hype and actually committing to a walking the talk. Employer brands are understood as being a key driver for attracting great talent and engaging employees, let alone inspiring them to stay with your company and feel proud of it. But we need to be a lot better about shaping a brand and maintaining it through policies, deeds and actions, not just messaging. Messaging without actionable follow-through won’t cut it. Further, t
Why Companies Need to Value a Great Candidate Experience
Today on the #WorkTrends podcast we’re talking about candidate experience — and why it’s so important for companies to understand its importance and value. Companies that work on shaping a great candidate experience are notably ahead of the curve when it comes to not only employee engagement and performance, but also an increased customer base, more, and better employee referrals, higher revenue streams and a positive social presence — all of which in turn contribute to a higher profile, more ap
The Journey to a Great Employer Brand
Today’s #WorkTrends podcast is about one of the most important but least understood endeavors any employer has to consider: How to effectively create an attractive but authentic employer brand. Getting that right takes clear strategy and clear thinking. It also takes a commitment to seeing your employer brand as a holistic journey, not just a “one and done” task. And there’s no one better than our guest, Susan Lamotte in terms of a savvy tour guide to navigate this journey. Susan is the founde
Email Still Matters: Etiquette for Today’s Users
Get the message: email’s not dead in 2020. In fact, it’s alive and well — and while we can run our businesses without it, we do need to improve how we’re using it. According to today’s #WorkTrends guest, Bruce Mayhew, better etiquette depends on three best practices. Bruce is a corporate and executive consultant who wants to help us all to be better at emailing. He’s on #WorkTrends to talk about why we can barely stand looking at our inbox — and how to write email that don’t add to the informati
Acing the Metrics: Reading the Data on Engagement
For all our discussions regarding employee engagement we still often treat it as an intangible, unmeasurable factor. On the contrary, says Leila Zayed, our guest today. Leila is the VP of Best Companies Group, and is going to walk us through the why’s and more importantly, the how’s of measuring engagement. Not only can we use specific measurements to look at engagement, we can also compare it to benchmarks to get a fuller picture. And that’s going to be key to improving your workplace and maki
The Human Impact of Data Literacy
Despite an explosion of data and analytics, too many organizations still don’t know how to use it — let alone leverage it to inform decision-making and strategy. Today’s guest, Jordan Morrow, is helping fix this very broad-ranging problem. He’s the Global Head of Data Literacy at Qlik, and here on #WorkTrends to share the findings of a milestone report on Data Literacy, and talk about the most effective strategies for learning how to harness data to make informed decisions. This podcast is spons
The Empathy Gap
We’re suffering from an epidemic of disengagement and hiring is more critical than ever. But we’re missing the mark when it comes to solutions. It’s all about understanding what people are feeling — and being able to influence motions. And it’s something a lot of HR leaders are afraid to do. Today’s guest reveals the key to bridging the empathy gaps — and giving your people a true sense of meaning and connection. Dr. Gleb Tsipursky is the CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts, and an expert of how l
The Myth of Employee Engagement
Employee engagement was a great idea 30 years ago but it’s become a buzz phrase with no clout, according to today’s guest, Mark Babbitt. Mark’s passionate about taking the right approach to a stellar workplace experience. He’s on #WorkTrends to talk about how to finally get past the myth of employee engagement, and about the five essential factors of what really matters: Workplace Intelligence.
Insider Secrets to Making Great HIres
We all want and need to make great hires. Today’s guest reveals two vital secrets that will better the odds for any organization. Chad Fife, the VP of Marketing at Talview and a veteran team-builder, gets candid about finding talent that fits, setting clear expectations, and why some hires thrive while others don’t.
Solving a $7 Trillion Dollar Problem
Companies waste $7 trillion a year on lost output due to employees being overloaded by different tasks and applications. Systems have an incredible impact on employee engagement, yet we’re piling on more apps, tasks and obstacles to getting our work done. Calvin Hsu at Citrix talks about a powerful solution that’s radically changing how we work.
Harnessing Technology to Lead, Innovate, and Win
The workplace is changing so fast we can hardly keep pace — and that’s left some companies lagging behind. What we need is a will to transform into a new kind of organization, where technology enables leadership, inspires innovation, and drives amazing team performance. Patrick Antrim, former NY Yankee and now CEO of Multifamily Leadership, talks about how leaders are sparking amazing innovation, inspiring the next generation of employees and engaging new customers — by turning to tech.
The Importance of Second Chances
You probably hear a lot of buzz about diversity and inclusion. But for many years, our D&I conversation has largely ignored one disempowered population: people with a criminal record. We interview Michelle Cirocco, chief responsibility officer at Televerde, about how we can all give people a second chance and create new opportunities for everyone.
Taking Stock of the Global State of Work
Like it or not, we’re all connected — and in our tech-driven world, organizations have more of a global presence than ever before. This week, recruiter and Recruiting Brainfood curator Hung Lee joins #WorkTrends to take a look at the global state of work.
Ageism and Its Impact on the Modern Worker
We now have six generations in the workforce, but ironically we have never had more ageism than we do now. As the week’s #WorkTrends guest notes, ageism affects everyone in the workplace, whether they’re sixteen or eighty-six. By the time you’re in your 40s, you will likely have experienced it. This week on #WorkTrends, host Meghan M. Biro talks to Vinay Singh about age discrimination in the workplace today, and why so many workers are feeling the impact.
How to Make Your Organization Accessible for Everyone
Having an accessible workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it opens your organization up to an even wider candidate pool. This week on #WorkTrends, Meghan M. Biro speaks with Neil Milliken, the global head of accessibility, about making the office a great place for everyone.
Should Love be a Four-Letter Word at Work?
We associate the business world with being cutthroat, but is that really how it should work? This week on #WorkTrends, Steve Farber joins us to talk about his newest book, “Love is Just Damn Good Business,” and why “love” should never be a four-letter word at your business.
How HR Can Help Organizations Handle the Unthinkable
It’s a turbulent world out there, but that doesn’t mean organizations should stand by and wait for the worst to happen. Eric McNulty, co-author of “You're It: Crisis, Change, and How to Lead When It Matters Most,” shares tips about leading organizations during times of crisis.
Redefine “Rockstars” to Find the Employees You Really Need
Your organization needs rockstars to thrive, but finding the candidates who will take your organizations from the backyard battle of the bands to sold-out arenas is more difficult than it looks. This week on #WorkTrends, host Meghan M. Biro talks to Fetcher cofounder Genevieve Jurvetson about how we can rethink talent acquisition, remove bias, and find candidates who will get your organization rocking.
Remote Work: More Than Working in Your PJs
While we all dream of working remotely, it’s not as easy as it sounds. James Lloyd, founder of Redox, joins us to discuss the challenges of managing an all-remote team and leading a distributed company.
Empathy Is the Answer
Work doesn’t always suck — but sometimes, it really does. This week on #WorkTrends, Michael Brenner, author of “Mean People Suck: How Empathy Leads to Bigger Profits and a Better Life,” joins us to explain how empathy is the key to creating both a better workplace and a better life.
10 Dangerous Gaps That Could Put Your Business at Risk
Are you minding the gap? The compliance gap, that is. Keeping up with regulations can be a real challenge, but there are a variety of solutions and best practices HR organizations can use to stay on top of everything they need to know. This week on #WorkTrends, host Meghan M. Biro talks about how organizations can stay on top of compliance issues with Poster Guard’s Shanna Wall.
Preparing for the HR Perfect Storm
The last few years have been challenging for HR leaders -- but it’s just the beginning. Meghan M. Biro interviews Brent Colescott, senior director of business strategy and transformation for SumTotal.
Why Wait? Mark Stelzner Says HR Should Change NOW
Change. Change. Change. Repeat. That’s the new normal for every organization. As HR leaders, how can we build teams that are resilient in the face of that constant change? Mark Stelzner says the biggest mistake we can make is stopping and waiting. In this interview, he tells Meghan M. Biro that HR should lead the way, updating the way our organizations work to survive and thrive in our new reality.
Your Fall Conference Season Primer: 9 HR Tech Vendors to Watch
As fall conference season gets underway, you’re probably looking for a guide to all the HR tech vendors you’re about to start hearing from. In this special bonus episode of WorkTrends, we talk to leaders from 9 of the hottest HR tech companies to get the scoop on the problems they’re solving and the solutions they’re offering. Our interviews were recorded earlier this year at the HR Transform conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.
How to Give Your People Story a Heart
In the Age of the Employee, your employer brand matters more than ever. Meghan M. Biro interviews agency founder Tiffany Sauder, who has found herself helping more and more clients tell their employer brand story.
Your D&I Journey
Every organization is on a journey to become more diverse and inclusive. What does that journey look like for you? Are you at the very beginning? Hitting a bend in the road? Today’s guests, Damon Klotz and Steven Huang, talk about how they think about diversity, inclusion, culture and their own journey at Culture Amp.
Remove Bias, Discover Talent
This week’s guest, Angela Hood, is passionate about building unbiased technology. What does that mean for hiring? Everything. Listen in for her interview about hiring, bias, and a better way to work with Meghan M. Biro.
Why Every HR Pro Should Think Like a Marketer
The world is moving fast, but sometimes it feels like HR is still stuck in the past. How can we move HR forward to start solving the problems our businesses face today? Meghan M. Biro interviews HR pro Donna Scarola to get her take on how HR people could think more like marketers to reach their goals.
How to Take Control of Your Career as an "Employeepreneur"
Meghan M. Biro interviews Dethra Giles, an executive coach and author, about how to take your career where you want it to go. Get her advice on how to learn new skills, eliminate the distractions that are holding you back, and excel in the changing world of work.
Building Your Personal Platform
If you work in HR, are you a marketer? This week’s guest, Cynthia Johnson, says we’re ALL marketers -- for our employer but also for ourselves. The author of “Platform” gives us her advice on building a powerful personal brand (and why you should help your employees do the same).
Want to Change the Employee Experience? Ask Yourself These Questions
If you work in HR, your job is to build a better experience for employees. But how do we really do that? And are our modern HR teams actually standing in our own way? Meghan M. Biro talks to longtime HR practitioner and problem solver Mary Faulkner.
How Video Can Make Hiring More Human
In our increasingly digital candidate experience, we’re seeing more and more videos. So how do we keep a human touch in the hiring process? Meghan M. Biro talks to video pro Elena Valentine about the future of hiring and employer branding.
How to Build a Company Where Everyone Wants to Work
We all want to work at companies with positive cultures, but how do you really build one from scratch? Longtime HR leader Diane Adams tells the story of how she has transformed culture by building a culture roadmap, partnering with groups outside HR, and listening to employee feedback.
AI for HR
How are HR teams really using AI right now? We’re talking the nuts and bolts of new technology with Future Workplace’s Jeanne Meister.
A Preview of SHRM 2019 with SHRM Chief Knowledge Officer Alex Alonso
What can you expect from the biggest HR conference of the year? Meghan M. Biro welcomes SHRM Chief Knowledge Officer Alex Alonso. We’re talking all things SHRM 2019!
Beating Your Bias
Bias. Diversity. Inclusion. Gender. Race. Religion. We’re talking about some of the biggest and most important conversations happening in HR right now with our guest, Yassmin Abdel-Magied.
How to Build a More Diverse Pipeline
We’re all about moving beyond the buzzwords, and this week we’re breaking down “diversity in hiring.” What are the tangible steps you can take to attract, hire and retain more diverse candidates and add fresh faces to your About page? Longtime tech leader Carrie Maslen is here to walk you through it.
How to Make 2020 a Transformational Year
We’ve all been talking about buzzwords like engagement and retention for years. Today’s guest, Brent Colescott, says NOW is the moment to turn those ideas into reality. He shares how to make sure 2020 is a transformational year for your organization. This episode is sponsored by Skillsoft/SumTotal.
The Bridge Between Work and Technology
How is work changing, and what role does technology play? We welcome China Gorman back to #WorkTrends to tell us what she has learned planning this year’s UNLEASH America conference.
What HR Transformation Looks Like at 130 Organizations
HR transformation. It’s a buzzword in our space right now, but it’s also a very big and important job. We talk to Jill Goldstein, who oversees talent and HR operations work for 130 clients at Accenture. She gets into the nitty-gritty to tell us the challenges HR leaders are facing today — and how they’re preparing their organizations for the future.
Live From HR Transform: Meet the Speakers
The #WorkTrends crew sits down with some of the speakers from this year’s HR Transform conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Building a People-Focused Culture
People! They’re the most important part of any organization. On this episode of #WorkTrends, we’re talking all about how YOUR company (yes, YOUR company) can build a more positive, people-focused culture. This episode is sponsored by Citrix.
Lessons on Leadership and Diversity from One of West Point's First Female Grads
What was it like to be one of the first female graduates from West Point? We talk to Sara Potecha about her trailblazing career, the legacy she wants to leave as a leader, and how we can all build each other up at work.
Limitless: A New Framework for Employee Engagement
We don’t have a good shared language about employee engagement. Author and former executive recruiter Laura Gassner Otting wants to change that. This week on #WorkTrends, we talk to Laura about how to find your own best career path and how to help employees do the same.
Politics at Work
It’s no secret: We’re living in a highly politicized time. That affects what we see on our Facebook feed...and what we talk about at work. How can we all cope with our new political reality — and still get along with our coworkers? We asked leadership consultant Eric Pliner, who coaches leaders on building more resilient teams, and leadership trainer Steve Paskoff, who helps eliminate workplace harassment.
Is Retirement Outdated?
We all know the old story: You get a good job. You work hard for 40 years. You retire and put your feed up. But wait...that story is changing for many older workers. How are our ideas about retirement evolving? And what can older workers contribute to the workforce? We talk to public radio contributor and author Chris Farrell about the modern definition of retirement.
Build a Better Candidate Experience
Candidate experience! CX! Everyone is talking about it these days. And in the battle for the best talent, IT MATTERS (trust us). So we called Scott Weaver, a talent acquisition leader at Teradata, who has studied the candidate experience and figured out its impact on business metrics like time to hire. He shares how he is “operationalizing and systematizing” candidate experience at Teradata.
Iterate! How HR Can Get Agile
Bureaucracy. Silos. Sloooow decision-making. Is that what comes to mind when you think “corporate HR”? This week’s guest, Ed Muzio, says it doesn’t have to be that way. The author of “Iterate” tells us how HR organizations can incorporate agile thinking to move faster, make better decisions and be more people-focused.
How to Beat Burnout
Burnout. Overwork. An inbox that never sleeps. Sound familiar? This week on #WorkTrends, we’re talking about how we can beat burnout by addressing the core underlying challenges of modern work. If you want to help your employees stay healthy, or need tips for conquering burnout yourself, tune in to hear from coach Beth Benatti Kennedy.
How to Build the Company of the Future: HR Transform
On this special episode of #WorkTrends, we’re talking innovation. Get a sneak peek at this spring’s hottest HR conference, HR Transform. You’ll hear from conference organizer Samara Jaffe and speaker Ron Storn, chief people officer at Zume. Find out how he is building a people-focused company even amid major change.
How to Bring People Together at Work
Diversity. Inclusion. We talk about these buzzwords a lot, but how can we really build more diverse and cohesive workplaces, where people come together around shared goals? We talked to diversity training expert Jason Greer about how to move past the stereotypes and bring people together.
Recruiting + Retention = True Love
Recruiting and retention, sitting in a tree. For too long, we’ve thought about recruiting candidates and keeping them engaged after hire as two different, largely unconnected activities. Today’s guest says it’s time to bring recruiting and retention together. We talk to Ankit Somani, co-founder of Allyo. This episode is sponsored by Allyo.
Advice for the Next Generation at Work
What advice would you give to the next generation about work? Author and longtime business leader Karyn Schoenbart asked herself that question, and put her answers in a book, “MOM.B.A. Essential Business Advice From One Generation To The Next.” Listen to hear what she (and other #WorkTrends listeners!) have learned about work.
Is AI Ready For Us?
AI. It’s a buzzword all around us, but is recruiting really primed to use AI effectively? On this episode of #WorkTrends, Xref CTO Tim Griffiths gives us the real talk we need to hear about AI for HR. Get his predictions about how work and tech will change in the next few years. This episode is sponsored by Xref.
Why Social Media Has Failed Recruiting
“Social recruiting” has been a buzzword as long as social media has been around. But this week’s guests say social recruiting as we know it has failed. It’s tough to give candidates an accurate picture of the company and great companies don’t stand out in the crowded social arena. How can we make social recruiting better? Listen in for ideas from Michael Webb and Cyndy Trivella from WorkScene.
Who Should You Hire?
Even for seasoned HR pros, hiring is hard. If you’re building a team to grow your organization, keep your culture alive, and serve customers, how can you make sure you hire the right people? We asked 2 pros for their tips. Listen for interviews with Carol Quinn, the queen of motivation-based interviewing, and Nick Martin, an organizational psychologist at Aon who’s rethinking assessments and selection.
How Work Will Change in 2019
Work is changing fast! What trends are you watching this year? We asked serial tech CEO and author of “Everybody Wants to Love Their Job” Marylene Delbourg-Delphis what’s changing about work, what the next generation of workers expects, and how HR can lead the way.
What’s Next for HR — Best of #WorkTrends 2018, Part 2
In 2018, we’ve released some of our favorite episodes in the history of #WorkTrends. But we know it’s hard to catch every interview. Consider this our end-of-year gift to you: a roundup of our favorite guests, interviews and topics from 2018. In part two, we talk about how work is changing and where HR fits into the new way we work. Featuring conversations with Dawn Burke, Ryan Higginson-Scott, Anna Ott, Carisa Miklusak and Ben Eubanks.
Best of #WorkTrends 2018, Part 1: Building More Authentic Connections at Work
In 2018, we’ve released some of our favorite episodes in the history of #WorkTrends. But we know it’s hard to catch every interview. Consider this our end-of-year gift to you: a roundup of our favorite guests, interviews and topics from 2018. In part one, we talk about developing more authentic connections at work. Featuring conversations with Lisa Prior, Valerie Sargent, Kimberly White, Erica Keswin and Heather Hanson Wickman.
How Citrix Is Redefining the Modern Work Experience
Remote work. Distributed teams. That dreaded productivity gap. On this episode of #WorkTrends, we’re thinking about the modern work experience. Citrix CMO Tim Minahan joins us to talk about how Citrix is rethinking that employee experience, both internally for their team and for their customers. This episode is sponsored by Citrix.
Diversity in Practice
On this week's episode of WorkTrends, we’re talking about diversity and inclusion. What does a successful diversity program REALLY look like? We asked two experts for their takes on D&I. We’ll hear from Symantec CHRO Amy Cappellanti-Wolf and author Rania Anderson.
How to Help People Reach Their Full Potential at Work
“Work is a relationship, not a contract.” Do you agree? This week on #WorkTrends, we’re talking about helping employees reach their full potential — by rethinking our basic work structures. Jason Lauritsen tells us about his new book, “Unlocking High Performance,” and Dr. Pamela Howze shares new apprenticeship programs designed to drive success for the next generation.
Why We Need More Humble Leaders
On this episode of #WorkTrends, we’re talking about leadership with author Bill Treasurer. We’ll discuss his new book, “The Leadership Killer,” and map out ways every leader can be more humble and effective. We also hear from breatheHR CEO Jonathan Richards about the pledge you can take to build a better company culture.
How to Manage the Modern Workforce
On this episode of #WorkTrends, we’re thinking through a very common challenge these days: successfully managing the modern workforce. How do you stay connected with your team and give people the tools they need to be successful? We hear from Sean Jackson, a former Marine who’s on a mission to make work better. And we talk to author Kyle Nel about how he led massive behavioral change at Lowe’s.
The Evolved Executive
The way we work is leading to stressed-out employees, unfulfilled leaders and unhappy teams. There has to be a better way. Author Heather Hanson Wickman agrees. On this episode of #WorkTrends, she tells us why she wrote her new book, “The Evolved Executive: The Future of Work Is Love in Action.” We also hear from one leader who is completely rethinking the way we work.
Taking a Scary Career Leap...into Cannabis
Happy Halloween! This week, we’re talking all things scary. Are you facing a scary career move? Or exploring a brand-new industry that scares you a little? We’re talking to Stormy Simon, former president of Overstock.com, about her scary career leaps and her new passion: the (very scary to many!) cannabis industry. We also hear from Keegan Peterson, whose platform Wurk is adding function to the cannabis industry.
Is Your Team Really Motivated?
Here’s what years of research tells us about employee motivation and engagement: employees really aren’t motivated by money. Instead, we’re all driven by respect, purpose, and relationships. Author Gregg Lederman joins us to talk about the employee motivation lessons he shares in his new book, “Crave.” This episode is brought to you by our friends Reward Gateway.
Bring Your Human to Work
We love to talk HR tech. But there’s a real danger in forgetting about the HUMAN side of all that HR technology. On today’s episode, we’re talking about how to keep the “human” in human resources with Erica Keswin, author of “Bring Your Human to Work.”
Women at Work: How to Rethink the Modern Workplace for Gender Equality
New research shows that diversity and inclusion is a top priority for leaders. So why is the needle moving backward when it comes to gender equality at work? We talk to Dorothy Dalton about the work she’s doing to shift the conversation about men, women, work and bias.
How the Workforce Is Changing
Look out, people. Gen Z and an army of robots are about to come knocking at your office door. (Just kidding.) But WHO we work with and HOW we work together is all changing very fast. In this episode, we talk to author Alexandra Levit about the major trends affecting the workforce of tomorrow.
The Global Workforce
People around the world are more connected than ever before, and workers are jumping at the chance to relocate. This week on #WorkTrends, we’re joined by Steve Black, co-founder of the HR tech company Topia. He shares new research about the state of the global workforce and employees’ perspective on relocating. This episode is sponsored by Topia.
Smoothing Out Your Messy HR Processes
HR is at a crossroads. Technology is making it easier to streamline messy, time-consuming HR processes. But where does that leave HR teams? Long-time HR pro Ryan Higginson-Scott joins us with answers every HR team needs.
The Way We Work
The way we work is changing — fast. Where we work, who we work with, and how we get work done is all evolving. We talk to Sarah Travers, CEO of the coworking space Workbar, and to one head of recruiting who thinks remote and co-working aren’t going anywhere.
How AI Will Change HR
Are robots taking our jobs? No, but they are making HR processes a whole lot better. We talk to longtime HR pro Ben Eubanks about his new book, “Artificial Intelligence for HR,” and to Frank Gullo, director of digital and mobile strategy at Aleron, about how new technology will change the way we work.
How to Untangle Benefits Headaches
This week’s #WorkTrends guest is working to solve some of the biggest headaches we face in HR: benefits. Rachel Lyubovitzky calls benefits “the last frontier” in HR tech, and her team is out to fix it. This episode is sponsored by EverythingBenefits.
Building a More Inclusive Workplace with SurveyMonkey
How do you go beyond the buzzwords about diversity and inclusion and actually build a workplace that welcomes everyone? We’re talking to SurveyMonkey CMO Leela Srinivasan about how the company has done it, and what they’re teaching other leaders about prioritizing diversity.
What to Expect at HR Tech 2018
Fall conference season is right around the corner! We’re talking to HR Tech Conference co-chair Steve Boese about what YOU should have on your radar at HR Tech 2018, this September in Las Vegas.
The Shift: How Seeing People as People Changes Everything
When you think about your coworkers, what do you see? Do you picture mere objects who only exist to help you accomplish your goals, or do you see them as human beings? Author Kimberly White tells us why shifting out perspective on the people around us can have dramatic consequences for employee engagement, the quality of our relationships, and how we see the world.
The Future of Work: On-Demand Talent
In this interview, host Meghan M. Biro is talking to HR tech veteran and tilr founder Carisa Miklusak on how hiring is changing and what the future looks like for on-demand workers.
Build an A-Team
In this interview, author Whitney Johnson and host Meghan M. Biro think through how leaders can change the way they hire and manage talent to create an A-team. Get advice on building a company culture that’s based on constant learning and growth.
Why It’s an Exciting Time in Talent Acquisition
In this interview with Jack Coapman, chief strategy officer of the recruiting platform gr8 people, we’re talking about what’s next in talent acquisition. How will tech power more efficient recruiting and a better candidate experience?
What We Can Learn About HR from New Paychex Research
Host Meghan M. Biro digs into new data about the state of HR with Paychex experts Cory May and Leah Machado.
Onboarding Is the New Black
In this interview with onboarding evangelist Jess Von Bank from Click Boarding, host Meghan M. Biro asks about how the employee experience is changing and how talent acquisition teams and hiring managers can work together to create a better onboarding process.
The Power of People Data
In this interview with LinkedIn’s Senior Director of Insights Kate Hastings, Meghan M. Biro asks about how HR is using people data to eliminate bias, close the gender gap, and drive better outcomes.
Social Screening and the Future of Talent Acquisition
In this interview with Bianca Lager, President of social media screening company Social Intelligence, we’re talking about the future of background checks and what employers need to know about all the candidate data that’s available online.
The Talent Fix
In this interview with talent pro and blogger Tim Sackett, Meghan M. Biro asks how leaders can work together to make talent acquisition better.
The Future of HR Tech
In this interview with Anna Ott, head of HR tech startups for UNLEASH, we’re talking about the future of work and how technology will move us forward. Find out what new categories and tools she has her eye on.
What Modern HR Looks Like
In this interview with HR and leadership advisor Dawn Burke, Meghan M. Biro asks about the new face of HR, what’s surprising about working in HR, and what every leader needs to know about building a culture of connection.
The Mind of the Leader
In this interview with author and consultant Jacqueline Carter, Meghan M. Biro asks about how we can all be less distracted and more focused, how leaders can bring mindfulness to their teams, and why mindfulness matters.
The Recruiter’s Handbook
In this interview with Sharlyn Lauby, we’re talking recruiting tips, how HR has changed, what it’s like to run a small business, and unretiring.
Why You Need to Build a Talent Brand, Not an Employer Brand
Lee Caraher had a problem. She was running a PR agency in San Francisco, and she couldn’t retain any young employees. She put in months of research to crack her millennial problem, and learned how to dramatically shift her culture to attract great talent. Learn from Lee’s experience on this episode of #WorkTrends.
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall
Who has the best company culture of them all? This week on WorkTrends, Charlie Judy is here to tell us why we should stop asking that question. We’ll talk about how to understand your own unique company culture, avoid the comparison trap, and start building a better place to work.
How Hollywood Is Killing HR
The way we work has totally changed in just a generation. Lisa Prior grew up in a company town, at the end of an era. Now, we’re all working in what experts call “the new Hollywood model” -- coming together for projects and then disbanding. Lisa tells us why it’s crucial to build a depth of connection to help teams find meaning and build relationships.
Culture Wins
What sets an organization apart from its competitors? It’s all about employee retention, which is tied directly to culture. Meghan M. Biro interviews William Vanderbloemen about his new book, “Culture Wins.” He interviewed more than 100 leaders at successful companies to find out why their employees stay and how they’ve built winning cultures.
Women Who Tech
What tech will change the way we do business? And how is the tech industry changing (slowly) to bring in more diverse perspectives? Meghan M. Biro interviews Women Who Tech founder Allyson Kapin to talk all things modern tech.
Leaders Are Readers
What’s the last book you read? Laurie Ruettimann is on #WorkTrends this week to talk about her new project, #HRBookClub, and why she’s convinced that every leader needs to read more.
Building Your EQ
Let’s be honest, we don’t check our emotions at the door when we start work every day. But most of us aren’t very tuned into our emotions. EQ coach Valerie Sargent shares how teams and leaders can work together to build their EQ and improve workplace culture.
Why Fun at Work Matters
Why should leaders care whether employees have fun at work? And how can you build fun into your organization’s culture? This week, Meghan talks to “the godfather of fun,” Nick Gianoulis, about how to create shared experiences among employees, how to follow the laws of fun, and how to incorporate fun without breaking the bank.
Gravitas. Do you have it? #WorkTrends
Gravitas has become the newest “it” factor in separating oneself from the pack. People with gravitas stand up, stand out and simply STAND when others may crumble or hide. As you take stock of your professional brand, ask yourself, “do people take me seriously or do I sabotage myself?” Do you need to bump-up your “cred” in order to move things forward in your professional life? On Wednesday, May 31 at 1pm ET #WorkTrends host Meghan M. Biro and special guest Deborah Thomas will be discussing w
The Value of Employee Recognition – #WorkTrends
Smart companies and leaders are figuring out that rewards and recognition programs have a lasting impact on employees. From a small thank you to quick feedback on a job well done, recognition can improve employee engagement and productivity, as well as help retain top talent. All of which can improve the bottom line. This week on #WorkTrends, host Meghan M. Biro welcomed Salvador Barros, CEO of Tap My Back, and Jason Lauritsen, Keynote Speaker and Best-Selling Author, to the podcast to discuss t
Building Successful Business Partnerships
Whether you’re an employer or an employee, young or aging, health care is a big deal. It’s ever-changing and businesses are fighting to keep up with the evolving regulatory landscape and an increased desire from prospective employees to offer some level of health insurance. On Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at 1pm ET, #WorkTrends host Meghan M. Biro and her guests Cristy Rewenko, AVP Wex and Craig Silverstein, Product Manager, Paychex will be discussing how their respective companies forged a successf
Reprogram the Employee Experience
Culture is not just an HR "thing", it is a business thing. Culture is the collective mindset and attitude of your staff, so it impacts customer service, retention, and profits. Brands can impact the collective attitude or culture by improving the employee experience, which is based around key considerations such as Values, Selection, Orientation, Recognition, Communication, and Leadership. This week on #WorkTrends host Meghan M. Biro was joined by special guest Shane Green. They discuss
Visa and Immigration Under the Trump Administration
Without a doubt our current presidential administration is an interesting one. There are lots of changes taking place and as we speculate, many more will be occuring in the future. With all of these changes, the American and global workforce will be affected, but in what ways? Join Meghan M. Biro and her special guest, immigration attorney Jon Velie on Wednesday, March 22 at 1pm EDT to hear the latest information you need to know regarding immigration and visas. During this informative #WorkTre
Talent Strategy Alignment
Simply, effective talent acquisition relies on HR functions that are aligned to the overall business strategy. This means that not only should HR have a seat at the table, the talent acquisition function needs to be a viable and well-supported aspect of an overall business strategy for all brands. On Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 1pm ET, Andy Rice, Principal of Black Box Consulting and TalentCulture's #WorkTrends host Meghan M. Biro are discussing the critical importance of why talent acquisitio
High Velocity Recruiting Is Lean Hiring
In today's very competitive hiring environment, brands need to have a solid strategy for talent acquisition with forethought to the retention of desired talent. Speed and accuracy of culture fit are essentials parts of the strategy, but what happens when companies take too much time to assess their candidates? On Wednesday, March 8, 2017 Scott Wintrip, author of the highly anticipated book High Velocity Hiring: How to Hire Top Talent in an Instant joins host Meghan M. Biro on #WorkTrends to dis
Top 5 Reasons To Use Assessments Today
Workplace assessments can accurately measure total human potential, enhance overall productivity, reduce attrition, and reduce overall hiring costs significantly... yet not all companies are using them. On Wednesday, March 1, 2017 from 1 - 2pm EST, #WorkTrends host Meghan M. Biro and her special guests Kimberly Howell and Kelsey Stephens from PAN are discussing the nuances and myriad benefits of the various assessment tools companies can implement and use to improve the quality of hires, retent
Brand Culture at the Intersection of HR and Strategy
Imagine your consumer brand and employer brand as concentric circles. In the very center you'll find an overlap of similar traits. So why do companies struggle to understand how the two are actually critical to both your consumers and employees and impact both on the same level. On Wednesday, February 22, #WorkTrends host Meghan M. Biro is joined by Tenet Partner experts Larry Oakner and Rebecca Longman when they discuss the intricacies of how your company brand is positioned at the intersectio
Employee Engagement and Customer Service
It's not a well-kept secret. There is a lot of information showing how customer satisfaction and employee engagement are closely tied together. Given your employees are the first line of contact for customers, how they interact with the buying public can have either a positive or negative impact your customers' perceptions and ultimately your bottom line. Join #WorkTrends host Meghan M. Biro and her guests Mary Poppen and Sara Weiner, from Glint, as they discuss the ever-important topic on Wedn
How To Move Beyond the Competition
We live in a very competitive world with more and more companies cropping up every day. So how do you differentiate your organization, your products and yourself from the competition? This is something every entrepreneur, leader, employee, as well as customer needs to understand. The companies and people who understand that being a solutions provider and problem solver will be what it takes to keep their competitive edge and endure for the long-term. Meghan M. Biro and her guest Peter Sheahan, C
Workplace Diversity Is More Than A Business Imperative
Workplace diversity is not just a phrase to be bandied about. It goes deeper than what can be seen by internal and external stakeholders. It's a business operative and more than that, a moral issue that cuts to the heart of why companies need to show their inclusive human side to everyone. On Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 1pm EST, host Meghan M.Biro sits down with Rob Cahill, CEO and Suzanne Leung, VP of Sales at Jhana to discuss the myriad benefits of a diverse culture and how they address di
Benefits of Pets in the Workplace
This week's show is going to the dogs... specifically to dogs in the workplace. According to researchers at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Business, it was discovered that pets in the workplace actually create a buffer between stressful situations, boost employee morale and increase productivity. This speaks fathoms about the value they bring not only to our personal lives, but to our professional ones, as well. Please join this week's special guest Gordie Spater, CEO of Kurgo a
The New Digital Workplace: Four Key Trends
Many pundits in the HR and tech space are speculating on trends we need to be mindful of. Many anticipate the workplace as we know it today will be a great predictor of what's to come. As more and more companies develop a global footprint and with that employ people based in different countries with varying cultural nuances, the need for better digital tools and accessibility to remain connected continues to rise. Join this week's special guest, Stephen Rahal, Igloo Software, VP of Product Str
Mentoring: Women Elevating Women
Mentorship, whether it occurs in or out of the workplace, has numerous personal benefits, especially for women. Our guest, Valerie Martinelli, previously of the Center for Economic & Policy Development, Inc., will be discussing the pros of mentorship and how women in the workplace can develop a support system for elevating the cause of women in the workplace. Ms. Martinelli will also discuss the widespread benefits of mentoring programs and how these are important programs for employers to inst
2017: The Year Of Selling Yourself
We're very excited to kick off our very first TalentCulture #WorkTrends of 2017! We have a very big show lined up that everyone will benefit from. The Year of Selling Yourself. This goes beyond selling products and services, on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, we're going to be discussing how YOU can better sell yourself. This means focusing on what you need to do to rise above the crowd at work and be a standout employee. It also, means what each and everyone of us needs to do to find success and ha
Gratitude and Giving Back
On last week's #WorkTrends, Meghan M. Biro and her special guest Kevin W. Grossman discussed the importance of companies showing respect and professionalism to job candidates. This week Meghan will be discussing the importance of companies showing gratitude and giving back to employees, partners and customers. She'll be joined by her special guest Elisabeth Vezzani, Co-founder of Sugarwish, a corporate gifting organization. Join Meghan and Elisabeth on Wednesday, December 21 at 1pm EST for a f
The Candidate Experience
The employee engagement experience. The candidate experience. Both very valid and important topics to be considered in today's business world. Gone are the days of companies ignoring their employer brand, reputation as an employer of choice and with that conducting interviews and onboarding new employees in a haphazard fashion. Join Meghan M. Biro and her former co-host Kevin W. Grossman on Wednesday, December 14 at 1pm ET as they discuss the importance of why all companies should conduct discov
Workplace Democracy
As U.S. voters exercised their democratic right in last month's Presidential election, the practice of democracy in rapidly spreading to all areas of life, most notably in the workplace. Companies are beginning to offer employees the power to vote on various workplace amenities such as snacks in the breakroom, or even the location of the next company outing... but what if employees had the power to make more significant and impactful decisions like voting to keep or fire their CEO? Join Meghan
How Academia and Business Support STEM
The world of education and business are at a precipice in relation to what we need to keep our economy chugging along without slowing down the advancements needed to remain an economic leader. This week Meghan M. Biro and guest Rachael Mann discuss the intricacies around how academia and business can and should work collaboratively in supporting our growing need for more technically trained people... and this is especially true when it comes to technically educated female students. The initiati
Cyberslacking Is A Workplace Epidemic
Cyberslacking. This is not a word common to many people, but it's a workplace condition that has become a problem of epidemic measures. According to a Harris Poll for CareerBuilder, it was reported that twenty-four percent of workers admitted they spend at least an hour a day on personal email, texts, and personal calls. Whatever the gains from the application of new technology, cyberslacking is eroding American productivity from the inside out. It is being chewed up by the use and abuse of Int
Recruiting Trends and 2017 Predictions
The world of recruiting and talent acquisition has evolved over the past few decades... and changes are predicted to continue well into the near future. The HR Technology space is teeming with options and competition with new companies coming onto the scene every day. Many will see a bright future, but others will barely see the light of day. Join guest host Tim McDonald and special guest Elaine Orler, the Chairperson and Co-founder of Talent Board on Wednesday, November 9 at 1pm ET as they di
How Artificial Intelligence Can Change HR and Recruiting
Robots are taking over the World. Well, no not really. But something that is going to be a game changer is about to take over the world of HR. Artificial Intelligence or AI is coming to an HR department near you and maybe sooner than you think. Artificial intelligence is going to do for HR what the car did for transportation. It's going to transform how we look at data, what data is worth considering and help us to interpret the intricacies of big data. Join Meghan M. Biro along with her specia
Lights. Camera. Action. = Video Power
Have you heard the saying, "A picture is worth a thousand words"? We all have, and this week Meghan M. Biro and guest Chris Savage, the CEO and co-founder of Wistia, a video marketing and analytics platform, are discussing the value that video brings to many aspects of our business world. Meghan and Chris will be discussing how using video as a call-to-action via various forms of communications can increase response rates and help you to achieve your recruiting, marketing, and sales goals. They
The 11 Laws of Likability
Join host Meghan M. Biro and special guest Michelle Lederman as they discuss the 11 laws of likability. During this lively conversation, they'll talk about relationship networking and what draws people to each other in a business capacity. They will dive into the 11 laws Michelle has identified as the most relevant and impactful aspects of building solid relationships. As she describes it's not about transactions, but more about connecting with people in a real and honest manner that benefits e
Millennial Attraction Factors
There are more millennials among today’s applicants than any other generation, and they’ll be 75 percent of the workforce by 2025. In this week's show, we’ll talk about what attracts millennial talent. The challenge all businesses face is finding that sweet spot between the myths and the truth — and what resonates with millennials may surprise you. Time to set aside those misconceptions and focus on the must-haves: an optimized mobile portal, social media-linked application processes, and an aut
Live from HR Tech: State of the State
In this special #WorkTrends, Host Meghan M. Biro and Guest Dwane Lay, Vice President of Customer Experience for Dovetail Software, will be live from Chicago as they cover the HRTech conference. Be sure to tune in to get an expert view of what's hot in HR technology, what's happening at the conference and much more. Whether you're at the conference or not, this live podcast and Twitter chat should not be missed!
Five Top Things To Know About HR Tech
During this special show, we will be joined by Steve Boese, the Co-Chair of the HR Technology Conference, Columnist for HR Executive Magazine, and Creator and Co-host of the HR Happy Hour Show and Podcast. We will discuss what to look forward to at the HRTech conference, which is October 4-7 in Chicago. Host Meghan M. Biro and Steve will talk about trends and current innovation in HR Technology, why it is important, and how HR and technology intersect inside modern organizations. During this liv
Building a Business Case for Company Culture
Numerous studies have confirmed that employee satisfaction with company culture is positively correlated with business outcomes, such as customer satisfaction, productivity and performance. Executives tend to be overly optimistic about the state of their company culture and employee engagement. Therefore, to make the case for investing in culture, you have to help executives understand your company culture. To do this, data is your best friend. Join our special guest, Greg Besner, CEO of Culture
Creating a Culture of Wellness
Health and wellness extends far beyond preventing the spread of germs in the office during cold and flu season. It is a combination of keeping your mind, body and mental well-being in good standing to reach a higher level of productivity. Companies should prioritize the general health and wellness of their employees because it can impact productivity and the businesses’ bottom line. Recent research indicates that the availability of a wellness program is a selling point when looking for a new jo
Clashing Cultures During Mergers & Acquisitions
Join Host Meghan M. Biro (@meghanmbiro) and Guest Patrick Morin (@patrickbmorin) to discuss how to handle clashing cultures during mergers and acquisitions. Patrick Morin is a Managing Director with Transact Capital Partners, a Virginia-based investment banking firm that specializes in the mergers and acquisitions of privately owned companies. He is also a founding partner of BrightHammer, LLC., a global consultancy that assists in post-merger cultural integrations. Together, we will discuss: Br
Meaningful Communication's Impact on Happiness and Morale
Meaningful communication has a dramatic impact on happiness and morale in all facets of life. Join us for this #WorkTrends podcast and Twitter chat as our guest Mike Lindstrom discusses some powerful communication tips and tools to help you better understand the impact of your words on others. We will also cover why engaging people around you on a deeper level actually triggers happiness in the brain and creates a strong rapport. Get out of your own way and join us to discuss this very important
Be Your Customer's Hero
Too many organizational leaders are scared of employee empowerment, often coming from cultures of command and control and fear what can happen if they give up that control. However, the greatest customer experience companies empower their teams to solve issues in real-time, resulting in more satisfied customers and fewer escalated issues. Our special #WorkTrends guest Adam Toporek (https://www.amazon.com/Your-Customers-Hero-Real-World-Techniques/dp/0814449050) will speak about customer service e
Build a Rich and Happy Life
#WorkTrends is back on August 17, 2016 at 1pm ET - join us! We will have guest Chris Cumby, author of The Success Playbook, on the show to we discuss how to build a rich and happy life. Come learn what he has named "The Four Pillars of Success." Chris will discuss what he defines as the fundamental basics to moving the needle in life. Come hear the keys to understanding who you are and how to identify the greatest opportunities. Chris, also known as, "The Kick Ass Sales Guy" will share the found
Maintaining Productivity in a Distracting Work Environment
There is a massive trend right now in the enterprise toward open office environments, and understanding how that trend impacts employees is important. IT should understand the distraction challenges that employees face in different environments. We will also unpack who should manage these issues, the IT impacts, and much more with special guest Jennifer Adams from Plantronics.
Transforming Businesses into Digital Dragons
So, what's a dragon, you ask? It’s an agile company fit to adapt, innovate and thrive even in disruptive times. The ever-popular unicorn tends to rely on risky and experimental business models. Dragons, however, are established companies that continue to leverage their original startup mentality to systematically innovate their way to profitability. Built on purposeful reinvention, scalable market dominance, and a commitment to long-term success, dragons are increasing in popularity. Come learn
Negotiation 101: Never Split The Difference
During this exciting #WorkTrends, author and former FBI Lead International Hostage Negotiator Chris Voss will help us explore and understand the art of negotiation. Come learn why saying, “you’re right” and “yes” are at the root of the vast majority of misunderstandings in the workplace today. Do you want to know why, “that’s right” is the gold standard of great responses? Join us to learn why and much more.
Modern Compensation: Putting People First
When companies start to work on their compensation plans, often they do so with spreadsheets and formulas, far removed from either the people impacted by the compensation plans or the organizational objectives. Modern compensation brings people front and center in the pay business, creating a win/win situation between organizations and individuals. Join special guest Tim Low from Payscale learn more about: Using modern compensation practices to engage, motivate, and reward their top people.How c
Building Strengths-Based Organizations
Join us on #WorkTrends as we discuss a better way to create strengths-based organizations. Although this idea has been around for over a decade, most organizations have “false-started” on it. We will explore why this “false start” has happened and why it’s time to try a new approach. A truly strengths-based company is the competitive organization of the future - come learn more from author Josh Allan Dykstra.
Spouses Working Together
During this #WorkTrends, Maria Orozova (@theMODstudio, @MariaOrozova) and Scott Thomas (@IntelechyGroup) will address how husband-and-wife entrepreneurs can work cohesively and collaboratively in the business world. There are so many entrepreneurs who have built businesses from the ground up — alongside their partners — but not many talk about the intersection of work and personal lives. Maria and Scott will share their first-hand experiences of working together as partner agency owners. Join us
The Explosion of Live Video Streaming
Snapchat, Blab, Instagram, Periscope, Facebook Live, the list is growing… Live video has exploded onto the scene and now everyone can emulate their favorite talk show host. While video has been around for a while and we've witnessed YouTube sensations become legitimate celebrities, this is a whole new breed of social media. Join guest host Tim McDonald and special guest Brian Fanzo as we dig into the current trend and future promise of live streaming video across all industries.
Professional Development, Networking & Relationship-Building in HR
In the world of Human Resources, professional development, networking and relationship-building are not just nice-to-have; they are must-haves. Luckily, conference attendance is a solid way to maintain these critical components. With the workforce and workplace changing rapidly, regular conference attendance informs attendees about the latest trends and best practices, which are critical for career growth. Attending the right conferences also affords busy HR professionals an opportunity to accum
Data Drives Millennial Hiring
Recruitment data's importance is continuing to grow for strategic workforce planning, specifically when considering the growing number of young workers joining the labor pool. With millennials becoming the majority of today’s applicants, and expected to make up 75 percent of the workforce by 2025, it’s clear that businesses need to attract young talent to survive. The key to bringing them in is to use hiring data insights to design an excellent candidate experience; which, for younger applicants
Stand Out: Building Personal Brands
In today's workplace, employees are building personal brands that just may be attracting other employers - and that's okay. Our guest, Roger Panetta, and his organization, Nimble at Work, builds careers, workplaces and businesses using performance and positioning. It's important for people to stand out, and whether they are blogging, using social media or other venues, writing is a key way to share your own voice. Join us to learn more about how to be nimble in the workplace, perform at your bes
Mobility: The Changing Workforce
Growth is happening on the global front at a dizzying pace, even in the current economy. Companies are expanding into or within regions where they need to build their workforce quickly and efficiently. Often, that means moving talent to the place it’s most needed, and this must happen at a time when competition for skills is highest. Companies that focus on mobility as part of their talent strategy will see the most growth, performance, leadership development and retention. Join us to learn abou
Heart-Centered Leadership: Leading & Living Well
Encouraging emotional connections between managers and employees is the key to better performance and improved employee engagement. Join us as we discuss leadership and the seven principles of Heart-Centered Leadership with co-author Susan Steinbrecher. Heart-Centered Leadership is centered on the concept that ethical leadership must start from within; it's based on seven principles that promote trust, authenticity, caring and transparency.
Rethinking the Candidate Experience & Making Better Hires
The recruitment process has become increasingly impersonal – for both candidates and recruiters – and it’s obvious both sides aren’t satisfied with the experience. The challenge? Each side has very different ideas about what makes the other side tick – and what needs to be done to improve the experience. At its surface, finding a job or a new employee is a high-touch, personal, and interactive process – much like dating. And akin to the dating world, overcomplicating an interaction between two p
The Keys to Exemplary Leadership
The changing landscape of business requires a more relational leadership style. Why? Because the traditional world of work that existed in the past - dictatorial, autocratic, etc. - is no longer an option for optimal productivity from followers. Join our guest, author and former New England Patriots linebacker Dr. Jason Carthen, to discuss exemplary leadership and its positive impact on the workplace.
Understanding Your Workplace Genome
When undertaking any real and permanent transformation, leaders should take the time understand the organization’s own workplace culture - who they really are, how they really work, and how employees really experience it all. Join us as our guest Charlie Judy helps us understand how to stop trying to become the organization everyone else says you should be, and start taking pride in and making the most of the organization you already are. We will discuss: Understanding your cultureAligning cultu
Simple Ways to Measure Employee Engagement
Employee engagement is all the buzz, and rightfully so. When employees are engaged, they adopt the vision, values and purpose of the organization where they work. Engaged employees are passionate contributors, innovative problem solvers, and stunning colleagues. Plus, high-performing employees want to work in places like that and smart employers want to cultivate that kind of environment. Join us as guest Leila Zayed and host Meghan M. Biro address the importance of employee engagement and some
How to Face the Scariest Employment Challenges of 2016
There are a number of hot issues, new developments and emerging challenges that will likely catch employers by storm in 2016. Supreme Court decisions, federal and state laws, and actions by federal regulatory agencies have called into question the very nature of the employer-employee relationship as well as what rights and benefits employees should be entitled to in the workplace. From providing paid sick leave and equal employment, to extending equal rights and benefits to same-sex partners and
Don't Quit Yet: How to Create Your Perfect Job
Author and keynote speaker Ben Fanning (@BenFanning1) will join us to reveal how to turn your current job into one you love....and keep the 401k and insurance. If you give yourself permission to love your work, you create a space for exploration and possibility. During this #WorkTrends, we will dive into how to slightly modify your work to play more to your strengths. Instead of fantasizing about finding the perfect job, we will discuss how to go create it. Whether you are on the hiring, firing
Where Have all the Mentors Gone?
There are a wide variety of benefits to well-designed and executed mentoring relationships in the workplace. However, they are starting to disappear. During this #WorkTrends, we will discuss the risks and rewards of mentoring, identify reasons why mentoring is disappearing, and how to reintroduce these important business relationships. Along with our knowledgeable guests Jonathan Segal (@Jonathan_HR_Law) and Sue Meisinger (@suemeisinger), we will uncover: 1. What mentoring is and isn’t 2. The im
Diminishing Unconscious Bias in Hiring
Every day, unconscious biases influence hiring decisions. This issue undercuts the culture and success of many companies, from start-ups to Fortune 500s. According to our guest, author and coach Gail Tolstoi-Miller (@gailtolstoimill), companies must build awareness of the bias that takes place in the hiring process and take action. She will share why organizations should implement formal training for people in decision-making functions, and how to combat and diminish bias throughout the hiring p
Quicker & Better: The Importance of Speed & Productivity in Recruitment
In a tight labor market with high demand for top talent, speed is critical to landing the best possible talent. According to our guest, Kurt Jones (@kurtjones9900) with PeopleFluent, recruiting leaders need to focus on all of the areas in their control to make sure their teams are performing at peak productivity and with a constant sense of urgency. Guest host Cyndy Trivella and Kurt will discuss: How much wasted time costs an organizationWhy speed and productivity should be top priorities for
Career Jumping: Should I Stay Or Should I Go?
#WorkTrends welcomes Mike Lewis, author of "When to Jump", to discuss both sides of jumping, whether it's time to leave a job to pursue dreams or if you need to retain top talent. We will discuss: How to retain top talent from “jumping”Why top talent (particularly millennials) jump today more than ever beforeCurrent trends in corporate environments to best retain the talentHow to explore internal jumpsWhen to jump Come learn about the changing perceptions of career pathing and how to encourage j
Leadership Lessons from Superheroes
During this #WorkTrends event, we will discuss the superpowers of leaders, briefly touching on the powers of: AccountabilityConvictionPersuasion, andCollaboration. We will also discuss: The ingredients of an effective leader;How superheroes can make you a better leader; andThe use of pop culture to enhance talent management initiatives. David Kahn, Ph.D. is the author of "Cape, Spandex, Briefcase: Leadership Lessons from Superheroes.” He is an experienced researcher and practitioner in leadersh
Forget Work-Life Balance & Start LIFEworking: Pick Yourself in the 21st Century
While we have been led to believe that we can separate our personal and work personas, we are only one person. We don’t need to have this separation and balancing act in our lives. For many, work has become how we define ourselves and why we need balance is because many of us no longer have a life outside of their work. We can buy into the work-life balance mythology or we can change the story and realize there is only life; no blending or integrating required. We need to become whole as people
Overcoming the Symptoms of Destructive Management
Destructive management has been percolating in organizations for some time. Its adverse affects have become commonplace and too little is being done about it. Our guest, Shawn Murphy, will discuss his debut book, The Optimistic Workplace, which defines the symptoms and many antidotes to overcome destructive management; he will also share why and how to move towards building an optimistic workplace. Shawn Murphy is an author, keynote speaker, and the CEO/Founder of the consultancy Switch + Shift
How to Manage Through Influence
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 3, 2016, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how HR leaders achieve talent brand dominance, and this week we’re going to talk about how to manage through influence. Organizations are becoming more matrixed and less hierarchical every day. Command-and-control corporate structures are relics of the past. Like most managers today, dealing with flatter organizational structures, outsourcing, and virtual teams are
How HR Leaders Achieve Talent Brand Dominance
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live in the New Year on Wednesday, January 27, 2016, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how tech pros can help assess and hire tech pros, and this week we’re going to talk about how HR leaders achieve talent brand dominance. Employers are obviously constantly aware of the state of their company brand. But very few organizations realize the impact of their talent brand on both their reputation to job seekers and company morale amongst exi
How Tech Pros Can Help Assess and Hire Tech Pros
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live in the New Year on Wednesday, January 20, 2016, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about why the best recruitment means smarter workforce marketing, and this week we’re going to talk about how tech pros can help assess and hire tech pros. In the world of recruiting, experts are a little more difficult to define. The exception to this rule is, of course, the field of technology. The tech field is based on those that have real-world develop
Why the Best Recruitment Means Smarter Workforce Marketing
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live in the New Year on Wednesday, January 13, 2016, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how to create the ultimate hiring experience, and this week we’re going to talk about why the best recruitment means smarter workforce marketing. Today’s hiring economy is highly complex and competitive and finding top talent is harder than ever. If fact, attracting candidates and retaining current employees is a lot like attracting and retaining cust
The Power of Relationships from the Bedroom to the Boardroom
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, December 16, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about a few of our favorite #TChat shows, and this week we’re going to talk about the power of relationships from the bedroom to the boardroom. One of the most critical elements of any relationship is one of trust. Couples who build a strong sense of trust are happier, just as those in trustworthy work relationships are more productive and have better connections with tho
These Are a Few of Our Favorite #TChat Shows
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, December 9, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how social recruiting makes the talent business case, and this week we’re going to share a few of our favorite #TChat shows! No, we’re not doing a production of Sound of Music — but since it’s nearing the end of 2015 and the holidays are upon us, the TalentCulture #TChat Show co-hosts and co-founders Meghan M. Biro and Kevin W. Grossman, along with their amazing #TCh
How Social Recruiting Makes the Talent Business Case
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, December 2, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how wellness programs improve employee performance, and this week we’re going to talk about how social recruiting makes the talent business case. Think social media is big now? It’s only getting bigger, along with its importance to tech recruiters looking for results. Social recruiting is no longer a trend. It’s the new norm. According to new Dice research, 9 out of
How Wellness Programs Improve Employee Performance
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about the benefits of a blended workforce and the staffing challenges it brings, and this week we’re going to talk about how wellness programs improve employee performance. Making time to stay in shape isn’t easy. Frenetic schedules and longer work hours take a big bite out of exercise. Plus, according to the American Heart Association, sedentary jobs have increased 83% s
The Benefits of a Blended Workforce and the Staffing Challenges It Brings
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, November 11, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how to make meetings worth everyone’s time, and this week we’re going to talk about the benefits of a blended workforce and the staffing challenges it brings. The way we used to work is gone. The days of primarily being full-time or part-time have given way to the blended workforce — those individuals working as independent contractors, freelance workers and self-em
How to Make Meetings Worth Everyone’s Time
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, November 4, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT).? Last week we talked about how hiring managers can reduce the cost of hiring, and this week we’re going to talk about how to make meetings worth everyone’s time. Meetings have been the bane of business since the beginning of business time. Too many of us feel that meetings are time-wasting, energy-sapping affairs. Most meetings feel like useless gatherings endured at the expense of the real w
How Hiring Managers Can Reduce The Cost of Hiring
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 28, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about why recruitment should be transparent marketing, and this week we’re going to talk about how hiring managers can reduce the cost of hiring. In an increasingly competitive hiring environment, hiring managers must improve their engagement and performance with recruited and candidates alike in order to hire and retain top talent. But all too often, this is far from idea
Live from the 2015 #HRTechConf: Why Recruitment Should Be Transparent Marketing
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 21, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about the three steps to selecting the right HR technology, and this week we’re going to talk about why recruitment should be transparent marketing. Today’s hiring economy is highly complex and competitive and finding top talent is harder than ever. If fact, attracting candidates and retaining current employees is a lot like attracting and retaining customers. Candidates w
Three Steps to Selecting the Right HR Technology
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 14, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about sourcing candidates in a way the increases retention, and this week we’re going to talk about the three steps to selecting the right HR technology. Selecting the right HR technology can be a daunting task, whether it's a new solution or a replacement system. So many things have to be considered in this complex ecosystem relationship — cloud computing, best of breed a
Why Sourcing Referrals Can Improve Retention
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about the neuroscience of what keeps leaders up at night, and this week we’re going to talk about why sourcing referrals can improve retention. Predicting new employee tenure is about as easy as predicting the weather, even with various data inputs and powerful algorithms we have today. Most people these days stay in their jobs only about 3-5 years. But one thing is clear:
The Neuroscience of What Keeps Leaders Up at Night
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, September 30, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about workplace trends through the eyes of Millennials, and this week we’re going to talk about the neuroscience of what keeps leaders up at night. Leadership has two common derailers: one is being too busy to win and the other is being too proud to see. The former looks at the psychology and neuroscience behind being overwhelmed due to constant connection. There’s defin
Workplace Trends Through The Eyes Of Millennials
Last week we talked about candidate experience through the eyes of the job seeker, and this week we’re going to talk about workplace trends through the eyes of Millennials. These kids today with their mobile devices and instant communication and need for continuous feedback and the job hopping — the fact is, there are a lot of misconceptions about how the Digital Generation works, and what motivates them to perform. PeopleFluent, an HCM technology company, has just produced and published its fir
Candidate Experience Through The Eyes Of The Job Seeker
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, September 16, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about why compliance is a complex HR necessity, and this week we’re going to talk about candidate experience through the eyes of the job seeker. The process of looking for a new job is very personal. It often starts with a moment—the realization it’s time to move on, a supervisor pushing someone’s buttons, a life-changing event. At that time, the first instinct of today
Why Compliance Is A Complex HR Necessity
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, September 9, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about the upcoming HR Technology Conference and Exposition, and this week we’re going to talk about why compliance is a complex HR necessity. Most companies want and need to scale over time to be successful. They need to sustain that growth and they’ll need the right talent to do it. That means the ideal goal for HR in any organization is building the best performing team
The Hot HR Technology Trends of 2015
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, September 2, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about the how to recognize and stop workplace bullying and harassment, and this week we’re going to talk about the hot HR technology trends of 2015 and the upcoming HR Technology Conference and Exposition. It’s that time again to cover the trends and current innovation in HR Technology, why they’re important, how HR and technology intersect inside modern organizations tod
How to Recognize and Stop Workplace Bullying and Harassment
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, August 26, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about why multi-generational leadership activism is in, and this week we’re going to talk about how to recognize and stop workplace bullying and harassment. You may have read the Amazon news recently about their toxic workplace culture. While not new news, the unfortunate fact is there are too many other “bullying” and undermining cultures in business today. Like pollution,
Why Multi-Generational Leadership Activism Is In
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, August 19, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how social networking and the job search pay off, and this week we’re going to talk about why multi-generational leadership activism is in. Regardless of pop culture wisdom, every generation wants to change the world, and Millennials are no exception. But every new generation’s flaws are also stereotyped and criticized by the mainstream media, to the point where it’s
How Social Networking And The Job Search Pay Off
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, August 12, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how employers can help bridge the great debt divide, and this week we’re going to talk about how social networking and the job search pay off. The power of social networking and social media is well known these days. It can be an amazing boon for your career development, but used unwisely can ruin you forever. Managing your online profile and persona consistently and
How Employers Can Help Bridge The Great Debt Divide
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, August 5, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about why recruiting is a legitimate career choice, and this week we’re going to talk about how employers can help bridge the great debt divide. It’s nearly official — the fact that Millennials make up the majority of the workforce. But with all the possibilities ahead for empowering a better workforce, the future is bleak because of the burden of student loan debt and risin
Why Recruiting Is A Legitimate Career Choice
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, July 29, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how HR drives positive workforce impact with the right data insights, and this week we’re going to talk about why recruiting is a legitimate career choice. Recruiting has mostly been the accidental career choice. Professionals from varied backgrounds but with a unifying theme of marketing, sales and investigative technical savvy are the ones who’ve fallen into being rec
How HR Drives Positive Workforce Impact With The Right Data Insights
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, July 22, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how to build and market your employer brand, and this week we’re going to talk about how HR drives positive workforce impact with the right data insights. Carpe Diem HR! Time to seize the business day! HR has more momentum and presence in driving technology decisions than we have seen in years past. So how do we seize the day and innovation to make it impactful to our o
How To Build And Market Your Employer Brand
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how to create a culture that rocks, and this week we’re going to talk about how to build and market your employer brand. No matter how you slice it, it’s really a lesson on research and positioning and how you end up marketing your company as the place to work. However, you can’t be everything to everyone and too many companies are trying to be just that. No matter how
How To Create A Culture That Rocks
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, July 8, 2015, from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about the brilliant HR profession of today and tomorrow live from #SHRM15, and this week we’re going to talk about how to create a culture that rocks. Because for those cultures about to rock, we'll not only salute you, we’ll work for you and evangelize for you. Of course that’s a reference to a classic rock song, but it’s a mantra that continues to ring true when it comes to
#SHRM15: The Brilliant HR Profession of Today and Tomorrow
We’re very excited to announced that the TalentCulture #TChat Show will be live from the 2015 SHRM Annual Conference & Exposition in Las Vegas, NV on Wednesday, July 1, 2015, from 1-2pm ET (10-11am PT). We’re going to talk about the brilliant HR profession of today and tomorrow. The HR profession has never looked brighter and HR leaders are now powerful change agents, amplifying talent engagement and driving business outcomes. And according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), H
How Employee Engagement Empowers the Employer Brand
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, June 17, 2015, at its new time from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about the art of candidate engagement, and this week we’re going to talk about how employee engagement empowers the employer brand. Spending ridiculous amounts of money to source sought-after skill sets and recruit top won’t get you very far when your employer brand has hit the skids. Meaning, if your current employees aren’t usually happy, even jazzed about w
The Art of Candidate Engagement
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at its new time from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about business strategies that help CHRO’s sleep at night, and this week we’re going to talk about the art of candidate engagement. One of the toughest challenges is recruiting in-demand tech talent and how to engage this elusive talent pool. The answer is the right mix of relationship building and empowering recruiting technology that helps recruiters devel
Business Strategies That Help CHRO’s Sleep At Night
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, June 3, 2015, at its new time from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how improving the candidate experience empowers a better workforce, and this week we’re going to talk about business strategies that help CHRO’s sleep at night. Industry experts and the media always talk more about what keeps business leaders up at night and less about actionable strategies that enable positive change and help them sleep. Let’s try and ch
How Improving the Candidate Experience Empowers a Better Workforce
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at its new time from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how disruptive technologies will empower the future of HR, and this week we’re going to talk about how improving the candidate experience empowers a better workforce. The hiring economy today is highly complex. Even though job growth has improved dramatically in the past 14 months, employers still struggle to fill jobs due to talent shortages. The Candida
How Disruptive Technologies Will Empower The Future Of HR
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at its new time from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked why true relationship building rises above social, and this week we’re going to talk about how disruptive technologies will empower the future of HR. The next 5-10 years will bring unprecedented change to the workplace and the role of Human Resources. There will be those disruptive digital HR technologies that will influence the form and function of HR in a myr
How True Relationship Building Rises Above Social
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at its new time from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about the impact of gender diversity on technology business performance around the world, and this week going to talk about why true relationship building rises above social. Long gone are the formal protocols of the “offline” networking world. Professional and social networking took a lot more work to uncover, establish, and deepen mutually beneficial business
The Global Impact of Gender Diversity on Technology Business Performance
The TalentCulture #TChat Show will be live from the IT@Cork European Technology Summit in Cork, Ireland on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, from 6-7pm GMT (1-2pm ET, 10-11am PT). Last week we talked about how to amaze every customer every time, and this week we're going to talk about impact of gender diversity on technology business performance around the world. A University of Cambridge study has observed that Ireland is fifth in the world for female economic power, ranking just behind Australia, Norwa
Why Internal Customer Service Is So Important
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, at its new time from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how to deal with bad bosses, and this week going to talk about why internal customer service is so important. When we think of “customer service” we usually think of those to help us throughout the sales process, but service must be a total commitment not just for the front line, but for every employee of any business, from individual contributor to CEO
How to Turn Horrible Bosses into Happier Relationships
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 22, 2015, at its new time from 1-2 pm ET (10-11 am PT). Last week we talked about how to look people in the eye digitally, and this week we’re going to talk about how to turn horrible bosses into happier relationships. Today we’re faced with a difficult and complex economic landscape never before seen in the modern world. Regardless of the job growth of late and unemployment plummeting, wages are still pretty flat and employers and w
How to Look People in the Eye Digitally
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 15, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about the adoption of social software for workforce collaboration and communication, and this week we're going to talk about how to look people in the eye digitally. Building and sustaining authentic relationships in person or online are no easy tasks. It takes an investment of being “present” when you’re talking to someone. This week's guest is a big proponent of "Looking Peo
Adopting Social Software for Workforce Collaboration and Communication
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 8, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about the predictive power HR can bring, and this week we're going to talk about the adoption of social software for workforce collaboration and communication. Social software today enables workforce collaboration and communication. The McKinsey Global Institute estimates productivity improves by 20-25% in organizations with connected employees, and the potential for revenue am
The Predictive Power That HR Can Bring
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 1, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about the realities of the Ideal HR-vendor relationship, and this week we're going to talk about the predictive power HR can bring (we're proud sponsors of the Predictive Analytics World for Workforce). In a global market where the recruiters spend seconds reviewing resumes, it’s no wonder the "gut feel in hiring" is less accurate than a coin flip. Enter predictive analytics:
The Realities of the Ideal HR-Vendor Relationship
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, March 25, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how research and relationship building win in tech recruiting, and this week we're going to talk about the realities of the Ideal HR-vendor relationship. According to new KeyInterval Research, a practitioner centric market research firm founded by William Tincup and John Sumser, HR Department increasingly looks like a purchasing department with a specific set of subject
How Candidate Research and Relationship Building Win in Tech Recruiting
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week, we talked about email productivity and a new way to work, and this week we're going to talk about how research and relationship building win in tech recruiting. The competition for top tech talent is fierce, employers must still find creative ways to entice people with in-demand STEM skills to join their company -- getting to know who they're targeting is critical prior to and especial
Email productivity and a #NewWayToWork
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, March 11, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about the six steps to building a remarkable workplace, and this week we're going to talk about email productivity and a new way to work. Really. Email productivity. We know, we know -- sounds like a contradiction, but it's not. Email as we know it today is outdated and was invented before “Internet” was a household name. Instead of our managing email -- which really manages
Six Steps To Building A Remarkable Workplace
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, March 4, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about the three elements of a clear and compelling business vision, and this week we're going to talk about the six steps to building a remarkable workplace. Nice segue, don't you think? It's the people that guide and propel the workplace, right? If it were only so easy. From this week's guest's experience opening a shop a month as part of her organization’s UK start-up, she fo
The Three Essential Elements of Compelling Business Vision
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 25, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how 2015 will be the best year for recruiting since 1999, and this week we're going to talk about the three elements of a clear and compelling business vision. Developing business vision and strategy are difficult to execute. Most leaders default to actions steps and tactical plans and spend most of their time here. Even if they invest up front to create the vision, s
This Year We're Gonna Recruit Like It's 1999
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how to become workplace fascinating, and this week we're going to talk about how 2015 will be the best year for recruiting since 1999. Consider this: more jobs were created in 2014 than in any other year since 1999. According to a recent New York Times article, employers have hired more than one million people since November 1, 2014. However, it's not all "Happy New Y
How to Become Workplace Fascinating
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 11, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about whether or not HR should be split into two branches, and this week we're going to talk about how to become workplace fascinating. Of course there are plenty of personality assessments tell you how you see the world. But how does the world see you? What makes you most fascinating, and most valuable to the people around you? You're all about to find out. Over the past
Should HR Be Split into Two Branches?
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how authentic storytelling in the workplace impacts talent strategies, and this week we’re going to talk about whether or not HR in the enterprise should be split into two branches. In fact, one of the hottest topics being discussed at the C-suite level is whether HR should be split into two distinct functions – one that handles administration and one that manages lead
How Authentic Storytelling Impacts Talent Strategies
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, January 28, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how to manage the softer skills of your personal brand, and this week we're going to talk about how authentic storytelling in the workplace impacts talent strategies. Content marketing will no doubt be a 2015 buzzword. You create content to connect with customers, employees, and potential future employees and everything will be just dandy. Right? But while content is i
How to Manage the Softer Skills of Your Personal Brand
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, January 21, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how to maximize the cowbell principle, and this week we're going to talk about managing the softer skills of your personal brand. What rings true today in a world gone social that demands transparency and authenticity is the fact that your reputation is your personal brand. And vice-versa. But with everything so "on" and online virtually all the time, what happened to
How to Maximize The Cowbell Principle
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, January 14, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about a world gone social and the power of OPEN (Ordinary Person | Extraordinary Network), and this week we're going to talk about the cowbell principle. In fact, we've got a fever, and the only prescription is more cow bell. Really. For individuals, a cowbell is a talent or gift. For businesses, it’s a durable competitive advantage. The key to happiness and success is knowi
A World Gone Social and the Power of OPEN
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Happy New Year! During the last show of 2014, we talked about how to make waves and initiate positive change, and this week we're going to talk about a world gone social and the power of OPEN (Ordinary Person | Extraordinary Network). Thankfully, the Industrial Age is gone, and finally so is autocratic, dictatorial leadership style that came with it. Today's business world has entered a new era
Making Waves and Positive Change in the World of Work
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, December 17, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how to legally leverage social media in the recruitment process, and this week we’re going to talk about how to make waves and initiate positive change. We should all step up and be the ones to initiate positive change in the world of work, instilling “wave-making” behaviors in others within their organization. By reinforcing our continuous desire to contribute and ma
How to Legally Leverage Social Media in the Recruitment Process
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, December 10, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about the future of the employee-employer relationship, and this week we’re going to talk about how to legally leverage social media in the recruitment process and more. Where’s the first place most recruiters go today when screening a candidate? They Google them and more, right? They search for them via social media to see what’s up in the virtual world — even if they don
The #TChat Anniversary Show: Enabling the Employee-Employer Social Contract
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, December 3, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Before Thanksgiving we talked about about the challenges of enabling a talent management strategy with technology, and this week we’re going to talk about the future of the employee-employer relationship — and celebrate the TalentCulture #TChat Show’s 4-year anniversary! We keep talking incessantly about how bad the relationship is between employees and employers. Yes, we get it. It’s bad. But
The Challenges of Enabling a Talent Management Strategy with Technology
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, November 19, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how global megatrends impact engagement strategy, and this week we’re going to talk about the challenges of enabling a talent management strategy with technology. Let’s start with ERP solutions, the backbones of many global companies. Panoramic Consulting conducted a survey in 2013 for the outcomes of companies that have implemented an ERP solution. Shockingly, 53% of
How Global Megatrends Impact Employee Engagement Strategy
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, November 12, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about productivity and e-mail excellence, and this week we’re going to talk about how global megatrends impact engagement strategy. For better or for worse, mind you. Consider the fact that the world is undergoing unprecedented change, driven by six global megatrends: Individualism, Digitization, Technological Convergence, Demographic Change, Globalization 2.0, and the Envi
World of Work Productivity and E-mail Excellence
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, November 5, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about the business leadership cliff and how to avoid it, and this week we’re going to talk about productivity and e-mail excellence. Yes, that right — productivity and e-mail excellence. The fact is, no matter how much some of us feel that e-mail is killing “world of work” productivity, it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. And while companies are losing worker productivit
How to Avoid the Business Leadership Cliff
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 29, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about employee engagement and the culture control panel, and this week we’re going to talk about the business leadership cliff and how to avoid it. Even with a continued annual investment in leadership development, leadership overall is falling short in business today. Even worse, enterprises are doing a poor job developing leadership talent and aren’t investing in successio
Engagement and the Culture Control Panel
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 22, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how to use company culture to attract candidates, and this week we’re going to talk about engagement and the culture control panel. Culture is increasingly a legitimate business concern in the world of work, and that means methods for measuring and managing it are more critical than ever before. The problem is, when businesses scale at any speed, operational concerns
How to Use Company Culture to Attract In-Demand Candidates
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 15, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about the HR Technology “mic drop,” and this week we’re going to talk about how to use company culture to attract candidates. Because it’s hard enough today to find and source the most in-demand tech talent. And with the high competition for these “holy grail” candidates, it’s not just the job that needs to stand out — your company must, too. This means you need to learn h
The HR Technology Mic Drop
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 8, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). Last week we talked about how to successfully work from anywhere, and this week we’re going to talk about the HR Technology mic drop. Specifically this is our very special 2014 HR Technology & Exposition show, live from fabulous Las Vegas and complete with one of the most influential influencers in the HR Technology space, Jessica Miller-Merrell. Fact is, the HR technology industry will most l
How to Successfully Work from Anywhere
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about empowering HR and the hiring process, and this week we’re going to talk about empowering your world of work wherever you work. Because we can work from anywhere today. Some of us anyway. While there are no definitive statistics, last year a CBS Ne
Empowering HR and the Hiring Process
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, September 24, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the ROI of workplace transparency and the race for talent, and this week we’re going to talk about empowering HR and the hiring process. HR carries the talent torch everyday. It’s responsible for recruiting, hiring, training and engaging their
The ROI of Workplace Transparency
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, September 17, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about how millennials aren’t as different as companies think, and this week we’re going to talk about the ROI of workplace transparency and the race for talent. If you’re of a certain age, you may remember reading comic books and seeing advertisement
The Millennial Misunderstanding
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, September 10, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about building legendary teams in the inner game of business, and this week we’re going to talk about how millennials are different, but not as different as companies think. There continues to be so much hubbub about millennials taking over the world
People, Performance and Building Legendary Teams
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, September 3, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about why HR pros need to support each other and help each other thrive, and this week we’re going to talk about people, performance and building legendary teams. In two months’ time, we’ll be cheering for our favorite players and teams during the bas
The HR Whine & Dine Networking Movement
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, August 27, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about how we can identify, survive, or leave a poor company culture, and this week we’re going to talk about why HR pros need to support each other and help each other thrive. HR professionals spend a lot of time taking care of the people within their o
Surviving a Bad Workplace Culture
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, August 20, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about how data analyses can help companies understand and measure company culture, and this week we’ll extend that conversation to how to survive a poor company culture. Of course company culture and cultural fit have a huge impact on day-to-day happine
The Talent Science of Cultural Change
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about passive recruiting strategies, and this week we’re going to talk about how data and the right analysis can help companies of any size understand and measure company culture. There it is again — company culture and employee engagement. But mercy we
Passive Recruiting with Conversation-Based Content
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, August 6, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about about workplace bullying, and this week we’re going to talk about passive recruiting strategies. Converting job seekers into job applicants via relevant career content is easy when they’re looking for a job. But what about those who aren’t? The elu
The Legal and Moral Implications of Workplace Bullying
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, July 30, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the state of HR Technology, and this week we’re talking about workplace bullying and the legal and moral implications. Wow. According to one recent study, 96% of American employees experience bullying in the workplace, and the nature of that bullyin
The Hot HR Technology Trends of 2014
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, July 23, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about values based leadership and this week we’re going to talk about the state of HR Technology with a co-chair of Human Resource Executive’s HR Technology® Conference and the host HR Happy Hour Show, a radio program and podcast -- Mr. Steve Boese. Emplo
The Extraordinary Potential of Values Based Leadership
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about amplifying the talent engagement experience, and this week we’re going to discuss values based leadership. Leadership development isn’t anything new, but it’s is clear that people today care about different things and their expectations from busines
It’s All About the Talent Engagement Experience
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, from 7-8 pm ET (4-5 pm PT). The #TChat radio portion runs the first 30 minutes from 7-7:30 pm ET, followed by the #TChat Twitter chat from 7:30-8 pm ET. Before the 4th of July break we talked about how organizations can and should differentiate, and this week we’re going to talk about the benefits of true talent engagement. Unfortunately talent management strategies of the past no longer work. Today people work differently, a
Authenticity Is An Inside Job That Starts With Self
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, June 18, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about the power of workforce culture and continuous talent mobility, and this week we’re going to talk about authenticity. The fact that it’s more than a buzzword. That it has truly powerful significance to both employee and employer. That it’s hard work and usually involves some risk, but the payoff potential is huge. And the fact that
The Power of Workforce Culture and Continuous Talent Mobility
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, June 11, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about how to have a transformative onboarding experience for new hires, and this week we’re talking about the power of workforce culture and continuous talent mobility. According to 2013 SuccessFactors WFA Benchmarking Data, normal voluntary turnover is 8.9% annually compared with 18.8% voluntary turnover for hires with their first year
How to Have a Transformative Onboarding Experience for New Hires
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about how to visualize real-time talent alignment, and this week we’re talking about how to have a transformative onboarding experience for new hires. According to the Talent Board’s 2013 Candidate Experience Awards report, based on data from nearly 50,000 candidates from over 90 progressive companies, new hires are sometimes met with le
How to Visualize Real-Time Talent Alignment
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, May 28, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about the inspire or retire leadership theorem, and this week we’re talking about how to visualize real-time talent alignment. Employee turnover is a common challenge for organizations of all shapes and size and industries. It’s an overgrown and thorny path that leaders and HR teams walk bare foot daily, with no compass to guide them. Th
The Inspire or Retire Leadership Theorem
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, May 21, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about talent-centric recruiting experience, and this week we’re talking about the inspire or retire leadership theorem. Yes, that’s what we said. The first part of this theorem is a reminder that from the junior employee to senior management, leadership is everyone’s business. When organizations are in a VUCA environment (volatility, unc
How Talent-Centric Recruiting Improves Business Outcomes
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, May 14, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about building resilient workplace cultures, and this week we’re talking a talent-centric recruiting experience. According to the 2013 Candidate Experience Awards survey results, communicating a company’s culture is a key differentiator today. Focusing on engagement experiences for all involved in recruiting can also lead to better busin
Building a Culture of Resilency
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, May 7, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about creating a better candidate experience, and this week we’re going to cover building resilient workplace cultures. Because without resiliency, the ability to bounce back from life’s everyday obstacles and overwhelming adversities would be a daunting task. The good news is that resiliency can be learned; it’s a process, a belief syste
A Better Candidate Experience Means A Better ROI
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about high-engagement climates, and this week we’re talking about improving the candidate experience. According to a recent Dice Salary Survey, tech candidates want more than money. They want cultural fit with like-minded techs to collaborate, innovate and invigorate the workspace. Join #TChat co-creators and hosts Meghan M. Biro and K
Employee Engagement and Putting THANKS in the Bank
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about cultural advantage, and this week we're talking about high-engagement climates. With a few simple strategies, you can receive huge payoffs in your employee retention, satisfaction, and performance. We'll learn six ways you can take your T.H.A.N.K.S. to the bank, and this will be an acronym to remember. Join #TChat co-creators and
Building a Culture Advantage
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 16, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat.. Last week we talked about employee assistance programs (EAP), and this week we’re talking about how to build a culture advantage. Leaders need to connect the right set of improvements to get over the “culture tipping point” where momentum, results and buy-in grows. Culture will be widely accepted as the ultimate differentiator in organizations within the
How Employee Assistance Programs Engage and Nurture Talent
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, from 6:30-7:00 pm ET for radio, 7:00-8:00 pm ET for the Twitter chat. Last week we talked about employee engagement, and this week we’re going to talk about employee assistance programs (EAP). EAP services are critical for businesses. They help manage costs by reducing absenteeism, health care costs and more by freeing manager time from dealing with employee personal issues, and help encourage employee engagement. Join #TCha
The Top 4 Drivers of Employee Engagement
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, April 2, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about authentic leadership, and this week we’re going to talk about how to drive high levels of employee engagement. Yes, we continually hear this mantra, but engagement is something we can lead, right now, if we understand our own motivational triggers. According to surveys of over 10 million wo
The Power of Authentic Leadership
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the power of professional prospecting via LinkedIn, and this week we’re going to discuss authentic leadership and why it’s needed more than ever. Authentic leadership is all about developing yourself in a manner that helps others see the complete you. This includes all your strengths, imper
The Power of Professional Prospecting
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about creating a “world of work” culture of optimism, and this week we’re going to talk about the power of professional prospecting via LinkedIn. Since its launch, LinkedIn has been known as a recruiter and job seeker professional networking site, but it’s been extremely under-utilized as a recru
Creating a Culture of Workplace Optimism
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, March 12, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about DisruptHR and upending the HR profession, and this week we’re talking about creating a “world of work” culture of optimism. It’s too easy to talk about all the bad workplace stuff today, so let’s focus on what we can all do to make the workplace better. Good idea, right? Workplace optimism
DisruptHR Takes a Non-Traditional Look at HR
The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, March 5, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the Year of the Employee, and this week we’re talking about disrupting the HR profession. DisruptHR is a new movement that is taking a non-traditional look at the HR profession, combining the best of TED talks and Ignite talks. HR can and does express divergent opinions on many facets of the
Bersin by Deloitte on the Year of the Employee
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work. The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 26, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about improving the quality of hire via reference checks and better interviewing, and this week we’re talking about the “Year of the Employee.” Quite appropriate and not a moment too soon. As we learned last week, V
Identifying, Hiring and Retaining High Performers
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work. The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about celebrated Valentine’s Day the “world of work” way, and this week we’re talking improved quality of hire via the threat of reference checks. The holy grail of hiring are the high performers organizations so lo
Love Your Employees So They Love You Back
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work. The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 12, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about finding your core genius, and this week we’re celebrating Valentine’s Day the “world of work” way. Yes, the figurative and hopefully perpetual Valentine’s Day at work — employers loving their employees so they
On Finding Your Career Genius
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work. The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about pervasive technology and why recruiters need to be in the tech know, and this week we’re discussing job satisfaction and career aspirations. We hear a lot in the world of work about finding your passion and bei
How Pervasive Technology Impacts Recruiting
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work. The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, January 29, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and continues on the #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the Best 100, and this week we’re going to discuss pervasive technology and why recruiters (all of us actually) need to constantly be in the “world of work know.” The fact is, IT is not just about legacy mainframes a
The 2014 100 Best Companies to Work For
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work. The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, January 22, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and the convo continues on #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the continued rise of the virtual workplace, and this week we’re going to talk to one of our good friends China Gorman about the 2014 100 Best list, released on January 16. There are several new companies as we
Why the Virtual Workplace Continues to Rise
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work. The TalentCulture #TChat Show is back live on Wednesday, January 15, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and then we continue the conversation on the #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about why their companies need a committed “culture makeover” in 2014, and this week we’re talking virtual workplace trends. The fact is, the rise of global networks and mobile technology now makes
New Year Commitment to a Business Culture Makeover
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work. Happy New Year! The TalentCulture #TChat weekly show is back live on Wednesday, January 8, 2014. #TChat Radio starts at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT) and then we continue the conversation on the #TChat Twitter chat from 7-8 pm ET. During our last #TChat of 2013, we talked about emotional intelligence, and this week we’re going to discuss why business leadership struggles to retain key people and why their companies need a c
Where Reputations Are Built: Leadership and Emotional Intelligence
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work! The TalentCulture #TChat weekly show is back live on Wednesday, December 18, 2013. #TChat Radio will start at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), and immediately after, our entire community will continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the candidate experience, and this week we’re going to discuss your emotional experiences - and how they affect everything you do in the world of work.
2013 Candidate Experience Award Insights
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work! The TalentCulture #TChat weekly show is back live on Wednesday, December 11, 2013. #TChat Radio will start at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), and immediately after, our entire community will continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we discussed the one-person HR department, and this week, what if we told you there wasn’t as much as a difference between the five generations in the workplace as we’
The HR Department of One
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work! The TalentCulture #TChat weekly show is back live on Wednesday, December 4, 2013. #TChat Radio will start at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), and immediately after, our entire community will continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. We hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving! Last time we met we celebrated our 3-year anniversary, and this week we're talking about the one-person HR department. “Get it for a dim
From the Virtual Wilds: The Growth of Online Learning Communities
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work! The TalentCulture #TChat weekly show is turning 3 years old and back live on Wednesday, November 13, 2013. #TChat Radio will start at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), and immediately after, our entire community will continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. They spring from the wild, virtual earth in many forms. Most are vibrant, multi-colored and multi-faceted, nurturing their roots with the diverse individ
Mobile Hiring: HR Evolution or Revolution?
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work! #TChat Radio show is back live on Wednesday, November 13, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Immediately after, our entire community will continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. Recently we talked about mobile recruiting and its unprecedented growth. According to a recent Recruiting Trends survey more than 40% of recruiters have received an application using a mobile or tablet device. Here’s a new s
The Competitive Advantage of Social Influence
#TChat Radio is back live on Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Right after we'll continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about mobile recruiting and this week we’re going to talk about social influence and brands, but not just for marketing. Brands understand social influence relevant to their products and services via social networks. But what about recruiting? You’ve heard the adage — marketing is recruiting is marketing. We'
Recruiting Is Rockin’ the Mobile, At Least In Finding Jobs
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping world of work! #TChat Radio show is back live Wednesday, October 30, 2013, 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Immediately after, our community will continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about fun and games in team-building and employee engagement activities, and this week we’re going to have fun searching and applying for jobs on our smart phones. Really, we are. A recent Recruiting Trends survey find
To Fun or Not to Fun? That Is the Workplace Culture Question
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work! #TChat Radio show is back live on Wednesday, October 23, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Immediately after, our entire community will continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. Recently at this year's HR Technology Conference & Exposition, we had an amazing panel discussion about engagement - more specifically - employee energy, drive and focus, which has become the holy grail of HR and business le
Gen X: Leading From The Middle
Join us each week as experts help us explore issues shaping the world of work! #TChat Radio show is back live on Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Immediately after, our entire community will continue the conversation on #TChat Twitter from 7-8 pm ET. Last week, the TalentCulture community discussed age discrimination in the workplace. This week, we look at age in the workplace from another perspective -- specifically through the lens of Generation X. Why Gen X? Many s
Engaging the Dark Side of Workplace Effectiveness
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, October 2, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), with the #TChat Twitter chat right after from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the rub of transparency and privacy in the workplace between employer and employee, and this week we're talking about engaging the dark side of workplace effectiveness. Yes, the dark side. Contemporary organizations focus on trying to maintain upbeat hyper-positive work ecologies. Anger has to be managed; depression requir
Transparency vs. Privacy in the Workplace
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, September 25, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), with the #TChat Twitter chat right after from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about gaming and measuring talent, and this week we're talking about the rub of transparency and privacy in the workplace between employer and employee. The transparency movement has certainly solidified, particularly the fact that employees not just prefer but demand more transparency from their employers – for example, how
Games People Play: The Ultimate Way to Measure Talent
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, September 18, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), with the #TChat Twitter chat right after from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about workplace violence and preparedness, and this week we're talking about a lighter yet quite valuable subject for the enterprise. Everybody loves a good game. The challenge, the entertainment, the skilling up, the rewards. Gamification is something we’ve been hearing a lot about in the world of work. But the fact remai
Workplace Violence and Preparedness
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, September 11, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), with the #TChat Twitter chat right after from 7-8 pm ET. We remember where we were on 9/11 -- when the unimaginable became a horrific reality, just as the workday began. Last week we talked about how recruiting is marketing, and this week, in honor of 9/11, we're going to talk about workplace violence. The fact is that workplace violence can be any act of physical violence large scale or between two
Recruiting IS Marketing
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, September 4, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), with the #TChat Twitter chat right after from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about taking entrepreneurship inside organizations, and this week, in honor of Labor Day, we're going to talk about how the front end affects the long run. What you ask? Recruiting is marketing. Simple as that. The recruiting process contributes greatly to employee engagement, productivity, retention and improved employment br
Intrapreneurs: Taking Entrepreneurship Inside Organizations
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, August 28, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT), with the #TChat Twitter chat right after from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about workplace flexibility as a business strategy, and this week we're going to talk about how "go-givers" far and wide make businesses grow in today's economy, and then some. These are the "intrapraneurs" if you will -- those who look inside and then elevate others -- which makes for a much better business strategy than you'd th
Workplace Flexibility As A Business Strategy
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, August 21, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Remember, the #TChat Twitter chat will follow from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about workplace innovation and how we can fuse disruption and adoption. This week we're going to talk about the growing number of professionals who telecommute and work from home — and who get the work done - another form of evolving workplace innovation. Progressive companies today emphasize work-life fit (not balance, tha
Workplace Innovation: How Can We Fuse Disruption & Adoption
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, August 14, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Remember, the #TChat Twitter chat will follow from 7-8 pm ET. Last week we talked about the ingenious super heroes within all of us -- complete with Star Wars, Brady Bunch and MacGyver references. This week we're going to try and bridge the elusive gap between ingenuity, intrinsic motivation, employee engagement, workplace software adoption and the disruptive technologies of today that supposedly enable
Transform Your Workforce by Finding The Power Within
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, August 7, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Remember, the #TChat Twitter chat will follow from 7-8 pm ET. Luke: I can’t believe it. Yoda: That is why you fail. Many of us remember this "Star Wars" scene. Fact is, in our world, the positive power of the "workforce culture" is within us all, yet according to dismal engagement surveys, no one believes it. That is why we fail. Last week we talked about why collaboration today leads to successful tomo
Why Collaboration Today Leads to Successful Tomorrows
#TChat Radio is all new and live Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Remember, the #TChat Twitter chat will follow from 7-8 pm ET. Even though we didn't have a radio show last week, we still had a powerhouse crowdsourced #TChat. Segue -- according to this week's #TChat Radio guest, "Collaboration and cooperation are the only way to succeed today. It’s how we scale." And with U.S. companies spending 39 percent more on social learning in 2012 than they did the year before
Reinventing Your Personal Brand
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On Being Hyperconnected and Managing Our Digital Lives
#TChat Radio is all new and live this Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). Remember, the #TChat Twitter chat will follow from 7-8 pm ET. We went from the big data show to July 4th and now we're back with the big summer social boom. The social boom of being hyper-connected digitally professionally and personally, yet disrupted and starved for quality "face time" with family, friends and colleagues. A billion work emails later and how productive are we? Add in your social
The Big Deal with HR Data
#TChat Radio is all new, live, Wed June 26, 2013, at 6:30 pm ET (3:30 pm PT). PLEASE NOTE NEW DAY/TIME -- just prior to our popular Wednesday #TChat Twitter chat, from 7-8 pm ET. Join us for both events! Big data is a big deal for HR and yet shouldn't be daunting. It's all about measuring AND forecasting specific business analytics, from recruiting to outplacement and in between. Organizations need regular access to workforce metrics that provide actionable information and insight. Data sho
How Open Leaders Win Employee Hearts and Minds
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, June 11, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). "Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity." --George S. Patton Even though General Patton (think WWII) was considered a stubborn, hard-ass of a leader, he certainly had the right ideas about getting people motivated and innovative to take ownership over their development. Today, even the toughest of leaders are encouraged to show their softer, open sid
Hiring: The Candidate Experience Is Everything
#TChat Radio is all new, Tuesday, June 4, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Consider the job candidate experience today – five generations of gender, ethnic, cultural, skills and experience diversity clamoring for full-time, part-time and increasing freelance/contract employment in the world of evolving project-based, collaborative work. How do you think your candidate experience fares today and how does it affect retention and your brand? How do you think your organization compares with it
Why Enterprise Community Management Works
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). There are reasons why some online communities grow and thrive while others fade away into obscurity. One of the primary reasons involves like-minded individuals aggregating and communicating around relevant topics, as well as having the ability to come and go as they please, and welcome other like-minded individuals as they please (think #TChat). They are built on open networks, authenticity, transparency and trust
Workforce Recognition and Employee Engagement
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Doesn't everybody love their job? Unfortunately no. Too many are not happy, disengaged and feel they just aren't being recognized. At all. Major shifts in technology, social media and management strategy (or lack thereof) have drastically changed how we work, and not for the better. In fact, lost productivity of actively disengaged employees costs the US economy $370 billion annually according to Gallup research.
The World of Work Spaces
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Do you work in your own closed office? In a cubicle? In fluid, open, shared space? Or in a corner nook of your master bedroom? Where you work and what that work space looks like can have a huge effect on just how you get work done, individually and with others. Your work environment can create opportunities for communication, encourage creativity, and even ignite innovation. Why work spaces are so important to
Choose to Bridge the Skills Gap
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). The worlds of education and business are moving farther and farther apart. The skills shortage many economists and other "world of work" thought leaders keep talking about is real and leaving millions behind. Schools aren't encouraging students to become bold thinkers, dreamers, and doers -- and businesses are expecting them to be just those persona types without much investment. This is why the Choose2Matter and Tale
#TChat Radio City Philly Hour with the HROvengers
A special one-hour edition of #TChat Radio is all new on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at 4 pm ET (1 pm PT)! You know how there's a secret prize in your favorite box of children's cereal? Well, welcome to your world-of-work prize in a box. Or more precisely, your multiple prizes in the social media lounge sponsored by KellyOCG at this year's HRO Today Forum. The entire social media team -- HROvengers -- including Meghan M. Biro, Kevin W. Grossman, Jessica Miller-Merrell and Matt Charney will be on
Social Business and Charitable Giving
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). In the U.S. there are over 1.5 million nonprofit organizations that compete for charitable dollars. The fact is it's become more difficult today to attract donations in our social media-savvy society, despite spending over $7.6 billion annually on marketing. What to do? Well, according to the 2012 Nonprofit Social Networking Report, nonprofits find great value in their fast-growing social networks. This makes sense s
The HRO Today Forum Welcomes the World-Class Workforce
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Even with the collaborative "social" technologies available today to share and learn across the private enterprise and the public domain, nothing beats attending a quality industry conference chock full of thought leaders and content and that all-too valuable face-time networking. #TChat co-creators and hosts, Meghan M. Biro and Kevin W. Grossman, are excited to be participating in this year's HRO Today Forum coming
The “No Labels” Workforce
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). We cling to plenty of premises -- postulates, really -- to guide and make sense of our day-to-day lives. In the world of work, prominent among these are the categorization of generations and the cataloguing of generational differences. We fret over how to recruit Millennials. We wonder how to manage them vs. Baby Boomers or members of Generation X. We reinforce stereotypes, all under the guise of a Renaissance, a pass
The Reality of Humans as a Service (HuaaS)
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). There are many different flavors related to the term "software as a service" (SaaS) in business today. It's part of the cloud computing nomenclature -- "clouding" this and "clouding" that making everything more accessible with reduced long-term hardware, software and networking costs. So what about Talent as a Service (TaaS) or Humans as a Service (HuaaS)? How exactly would that work? Got you thinking, didn't it. Acco
The Social Learning Show
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Social learning and talent development are life-long processes that transcend career and education, cutting to the core of why we’re here and what it means to be human. We are here to become more, to experience and develop our talents in every aspect of living. Life is a continuous process of learning and skill development. Many of the skills we’ve learned are so embedded in our lives that we never think about them.
Bersin by Deloitte on the World of Work and Beyond
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, March 19, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). According to Bersin by Deloitte, 2013 looks to be a decent year of global growth, but for HR and talent leaders it will also continue to present a myriad of challenges. Bersin by Delloite research shows that organizations are struggling to create a global leadership pipeline, train leaders locally, develop strategic mobility programs, and deepen core technical skills across industries. In fact, a greater skills imbal
How Collaboration Unifies Polarization
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). We've all seen what polarization can do to a community and country. Extreme polarization hobbles our ability to improve processes and social ills, to progress at a global business leader, to just plain get things done. According to our guest this week, Jesse Lyn Stoner (@JesseLynStoner), collaboration is the remedy for polarization. "Collaboration is not about giving up your individuality. In fact, successful collabor
Transparency, Branded Entertainment and the World of Work
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). We've recently made the business case for the unemployed and we've helped to further humanize brands. Now the Internet's collaborative interconnectivy empowers us all to own our online presence, our personal branding, our development, our successes and of course, our painful failures. And own them we must. This new level of social transparency presents a peer-vetted playing field unprecedented in the world of work
Brand Humanization - What, Why & How
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, February 19, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT).? Let’s demystify “brand humanization.” It’s a nice-sounding term, fluffy and a little sweet, but we need to figure out exactly what it stands for and how to make brand humanization happen. Social media facilitates the humanization of brands, making them seem more accessible to customers and candidates alike, but things can get messy really fast and the result doesn’t necessarily equal brand humanization. It's jus
The Business Case for the Unemployed Gaps
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). There’s just too many of them; there are 4.8 million people who are known as "the long-term unemployed” according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. These are people who have been out of work for 27 weeks or more, and in fact make up almost 40 percent of all unemployed people. The current average period a person in the U.S. stays unemployed is about 40 weeks, which is just way too long. Employers who are hiring
The Employment Romance is Over. Now What?
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). You know the story. Once upon a time, companies courted new talent with the promise of a lifelong relationship. “Work” meant employment and job security for years, if not decades. But the romance has died, and for better or worse, we are so over it. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, an estimated 40% of all U.S. workers currently operate on a part-time or contract basis. And as Bersin by Deloitte says,
Diversity of What?
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, January 29, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Diversity of ideas, of perspectives -- it’s all about innovation, this diversity; diversity isn’t just about demographics. That’s the premise of this week’s #TChat. We propose an alternative definition of diversity, not a counterpoint to the conventional meaning, but a flourish upon it. Musicians call such things embellishments. Maybe you’ve heard them. Centuries ago, performers would add their own trills (i.e.,
Yelping Endorsement Power
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, January 22, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Endorsements online can mean a lot. They can help an organization’s SEO, and research shows that a large majority percentage of social media users turn to their peers for recommendations on products and services, and not to the organizations themselves that provide these -- a sort of unofficial recommendation. Against the backdrop of social endorsements are the official and unofficial mechanisms for professional
Gratitude and Employee Recognition
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, January 15, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). When you recognize your employees and show thanks to them, do you fake it? Maybe or probably not, but does it seem like you do, to them? That’s a conundrum, how organizations can project genuine gratitude and authentic recognition. We’re not saying you don’t mean it, but your employees need to know you mean it. They gotta feel it, too. This week we look at these dynamics, including technology’s proper role, and a
A New Year of Career Management
Happy New Year! #TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). 2013 is upon us. What does it mean for careers? With the true U.S. unemployment rate still high and employee engagement still low, who out there is still looking, who’s given up and who’s about to start? How do we make ourselves more marketable and relevant in an ever-changing world of work? How do we skill up, keep our jobs, find new jobs and transition if we’re looking for a new career path? This
#TChat “Back to the Future”
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, December 18, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). It’s that time of year again, a time when we all look to the next year and wonder what will happen in the world of work. But here’s something we don’t do nearly as much of in December: look back at predictions about the year about to end and ask, “Hey, wait a minute: Was that accurate? Did that actually happen? Why or why not?” This week’s #TChat Radio and Twitter #TChat is all about figuring that out. Oh, yeah, w
Organizations and Social Good (Season of Sharing)
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, December 11, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). The “holiday” season can be a gracious season of sharing for the world of work, but it can also be contentious when it comes to embracing and celebrating what each of your employees believe in -- or not embracing and celebrating. Organizations are so worried about offending and oppressing a diverse employee landscape that they end up doing just that -- offending and oppressing. Religious and cultural beliefs aside,
World of Work Zone: Slow Down, Kids!
#TChat Radio is all new on Tuesday, December 4, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Today’s world of work is crazy busy with too many technologies to ever master that are supposed to make our lives more organized. And yet, we’re not. In fact, we still try to convince ourselves that multitasking is a real thing when we’re actually barely completing half-thoughts much less our regular strategic and tactical tasks. This week’s #TChat Radio and Twitter #TChat are all about slowing down personally and
Happy 2-Year Anniversary #TChat!
Welcome to #TChat’s 2-year anniversary celebration week! #TChat Radio is back in an exciting 30-minute format via BlogTalkRadio starting Tuesday, November 27, at 7:30 pm ET (4:30 pm PT). Co-Creators and Hosts, Meghan M. Biro and Kevin W. Grossman, will meet with long-time #TChat - ters on why they participate and how #TChat has transformed them personally and professionally. Our #TChat Radio Guests include: China Gorman, Justin Mass, and Vala Afsha. Join us!