HRchat Podcast

The American Business Awards® (ABAs), also known as the Stevie Awards, have been a premier business awards program in the US for over 20 years. They recognize excellence across various categories and industries, including public and private organizations, for-profit and non-profit, and businesses of all sizes.Fidello President and HR Gazette Associate Editor, Chris Bjorling is a 2024 Stevie winner! In this episode of the HRchat show, Bill Banham and Chris discuss the award plus they reflect on DisruptHR Buffalo, look ahead to the ATD Conference and Expo in New Orleans later this month and preview the next few seasons of the People and Performance Podcast. Questions include:Congrats again on winning the Stevie Award! Tell us moreWhat does the award say about Fidello?You and I will be attending ATD next month. What are you hoping to get from covering the event?We recently spoke at DisruptHR Buffalo. Can you share your experiences? We are in the middle of recording new episodes of the People and Performance Podcast. Can you tell the HRchat listeners about the show?How can we connect with you and learn more about Fidello? Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat show, we look at some findings from LHH’s Global Workforce of the Future Report.The report investigates the changing world of work from the worker’s perspective. LHH surveyed over 30,000 workers across a range of industries, job functions, company sizes, and personal backgrounds to unravel how business leaders, HR professionals, managers, and more can best navigate shifting trends in the workforce.Joining Bill Banham on the show today is Gaëlle la Fosse, President of LHH and a member of the executive committee of The Adecco Group. Questions for Gaëlle include: What is the Global Workforce of the Future report?How can an organization make itself more appealing to top talent while so many workers are nervous about seeking a new position?Who's responsible for career pathing and professional development? HR? Managers? Employees? PD motivations? Generational differences? Shaping company culture - encouraging employees to speak up. What does a future-proof workforce look like? How can a leader make sure their company is prepared for change, especially in light of AI’s advancement?What are some ways leadership can support internal mobility and ensure employees feel encouraged to stay within the company to grow?Why is supporting talent in these ways important?About Gaëlle la FosseGaëlle is guiding LHH to become the leading provider of professional talent solutions, offering services such as leadership training, professional recruitment, upskilling and reskilling, and career transition & mobility. In just one year at LHH, she transformed the company from seven siloed business lines to all come together and integrate under the same umbrella, providing unique coverage of professional talent needs across the talent lifecycle. She brings a strong track record in executing profitable growth strategies, with her 20+ year career including serving as CEO of a major fashion company and a long tenure as partner of a global consulting organization. Gaëlle holds an MBA degree from HEC Paris and a master’s degree in politics and economy from Sciences Po, both in Paris, France and speaks five languages.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode, we talk about the cost of living and about the moral and business case for employers to embed living wage initiatives in their HR strategies.Bill Banham's guest today is Gail Irvine, Head of Business Development and Policy at the Living Wage FoundationGail joined the Living Wage Foundation in October 2022 and is responsible for driving forward new projects that maximize voluntary employer approaches to tackle in-work poverty and promote good work.Previously, Gail was Living Wage Scotland Manager at the Poverty Alliance, the franchise partner delivering Living Wage accreditation in Scotland. Gail spent five years as a Senior Policy and Development Officer at Carnegie UK, a UK charitable foundation, where she led the delivery of their ‘Fulfilling Work’ program, focusing on policy and employer interventions required to make work better.Questions for Gail include:Talk to us about the increase in the cost of living over the past couple of yearsTell us about the mission of the Living Wage FoundationIn 60 seconds, give an overview of the 'real living wage', plus other newer initiatives - Living Hours and Living Pensions.What percentage of UK employees exist below the real living wage?Don’t businesses need flexibility from their workforce? Don’t some people like working flexibly?What has been the impact of the Living Wage campaign – on workers, influencing government policy etc?Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In HRchat episode 702, we consider colleagues who double up as caregivers and ways we can support them.Joseph Fuller's research suggested that 73% of employees are currently juggling caregiving responsibilities in some capacity. However, due to a lack of tracking by employers, the necessary support infrastructure for caregivers is often not available. The result? Each family is left to build its caregiving support system from scratch. This inefficiency and sense of isolation result in massive losses of around $35 billion annually for U.S. businesses due to the failure to adequately support and retain these vital workers! Bill Banham's guest this time is Lisa Leighton, Vice President of Strategic Development at CariloopLisa leads new business acquisition and growth strategy, working with employers and partners to extend Cariloop's reach to more employees and their families. She joined the company with more than 20 years in the employee experience industry, partnering with Fortune 500 companies to create HR and Benefits programs and experiences designed to drive attraction and retention.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat, we talk about the impact of AI on the HR function, the evolution of employee engagement, UNLEASH, and a whole bunch more.Bill Banham's returning guest is Mervyn Dinnen a talent analyst, advising recruitment and HR technology businesses on the emerging trends impacting hiring, retention, and engagement. He is a writer and international speaker on recruitment and HR trends and an award-winning recruitment blogger. Before this, he spent 20 years as a recruitment and HR practitioner.Mervyn is a top HR influencer and the author of Exceptional Talent: How to Attract, Acquire and Retain the Very Best Employees and the upcoming book, Digital Talent. He's also the host of the popular HR Means Business podcast.Questions for Mervyn include:We met up at UNLEASH in Paris back in October. What is it about UNLEASH that you think is unique? You recently gave a presentation entitled ‘Is Retention the New Recruitment?’ What were the main points you were making?How do you see employee engagement evolving? What are your predictions for the next few years?You’ve written about the need for organizations to adopt a Total Talent Thinking approach - what do you mean by this?Do you think the increasing usage of AI within HR will lead to a form of 'humanless human resources'?How much of the HR function can be replaced? What can't be augmented/replaced?Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Today is Eclipse Day in North America AND we've hit HRchat episode 700!!! To help us celebrate the double whammy and look ahead to DisruptHR Buffalo on Thursday is Dr. Kristy F. Tyson, President-Elect of ATD Buffalo Niagara Chapter - a region that'll enjoy the full eclipse later today. Tune in to learn about ways ATD is helping the business community. Listen too, to get the lowdown on what to expect at DisruptHR BuffaloFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, new DisruptHR Buffalo co-organizers Bill Banham and Chris Bjorling preview the relaunch event happening on April 11 plus they discuss their hopes for the ATD Conference and Expo in New Orleans in May. Learn more and get tickets: DisruptHR Buffalo, April 11ATD Conference, May 19-22Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat episode, we consider what it takes to achieve happiness at work. Tune in as we also share ways to better measure employee engagement. Our guest this time is Nic Marks, CEO and Founder of Friday Pulse. Nic was once described as a “Statistician with a Soul” because of his unusual combination of ‘hard’ statistical skills and ‘soft’ people skills, he draws on scientific evidence to show that everyone benefits when businesses take happiness seriously.In 2018, Nic founded Friday Pulse an innovative tech business based in London to be the catalyst in changing the world of work for the better.Nic was recently a speaker at Disrupt London 19.0. Check out the latest London chapter 5-minute lightning talks here. Questions for Nic include:What does happiness at work mean to you?How did you get into measuring happiness? Can one measure happiness?Can employees 'game' a happiness test? After all, many employees wouldn't want low engagement scores.What incentivizes employees and does that differ between generations/industries? Why does happiness at work matter?What are the big drivers of team happiness?If teams are happy, will they get complacent? Won’t they just slack off?You have a free happiness at work test at fridayone.com. Tell me moreMore About NicNic has been an advisor to the UK Government Office for Science on the Wellbeing Foresight Programme and has written over 20 publications. In 2010 Nic was invited to speak at the prestigious TED global conference. His TED talk has now been watched well over two million times, and he authored one of the original three TEDbooks, entitled ‘A Happiness Manifesto’. Nic was named as one of the Top Ten Original Thinkers by the UK’s Institute of Directors magazine and his work was listed as one of Forbes Magazine’s Seven Most Powerful Ideas in 2011.Nic founded Friday Pulse in 2018 - a weekly science-led pulse that provides leaders with actionable data on their teams' happiness, and is currently writing a book on why happiness is a serious business.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat show we discuss ways to support the physical and mental wellbeing of employees. The guest this time is Dr. Ally Jaffee, a multi-award-winning NHS Doctor and mental health speaker featured on Channel 4, the BBC, The Times and more.Ally is a passionate Mental Health Content Creator with over 18,000 followers across her social media platforms. She has spoken at high-level events including Google London, Royal Society of Medicine, University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, Imperial College London, The House of Lords,The Wellcome Collection, Soho House and Soho Theatre. She has spoken about Mental Health on GB News, in The Times and elsewhere.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat show, we discuss reasons why we should rethink employee appraisals.Our returning guest is Lucinda Carney, Founder and CEO of Actus Performance Management Software which was launched in 2009 and has 10,000s of users across the globe.Lucinda is a Chartered Psychologist with 20 years of corporate HR experience. She is considered a thought leader in various people management and change-related business topics. She is also an accomplished Speaker, Consultant, and Coach. She was named ‘Everywoman Tech Entrepreneur of the Year in 2016’ and ‘Winner of one of the UK’s top 10 Women in Business 2020’ by Business Gamechanger magazine.Lucinda also hosts the popular HR Uprising podcast.Questions for Lucinda include:Why are appraisals so unpopular? Are they even still relevant?What is the alternative to the annual appraisal? What about constant feedback and pulse checks?Rebranding of term 'Appraisal'Do Millennials and Gen Zersa push back on annual reviews more than previous generations? If so, why?How can organizations gain buy into a new approach?How has AI shaken up ways employee reviews are conducted? What are some of the business benefits of rethinking appraisalsWe do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat show, we look at ways AI is impacting recruitment processes. The guest is Amit Matani, CEO of Wellfound (formerly AngelList). Amit is a visionary leader with extensive expertise in all things startups, hiring, and AI in tech recruiting.Questions for Amit include:Please introduce yourself and tell us about the mission of WellfoundHow has AI impacted your personal and professional lives? The brand changed from Angelist to Wellfound, was that deliberate - supporting the launch of new products?What are some unique features of the product? Why would founders want to use it, and why do recruiters want to use it? Are there different benefits depending on who’s using it?Is Wellfound just a product for startups or can larger companies use this as well? What roles are being replaced by AI?How do you see AI changing how people hire?How do you see AI changing how people get hired?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat episode, we talk about ways the candidate experience and recruitment marketing affect the hiring process. Listen as we also preview DisruptHR Buffalo returning on April 11. Our guest this time is Lauren Lewis, Partner at StaffBuffalo, a certified women-owned (WBE), full-service professional staffing firm, providing executive, direct hire, and contract solutions for employers in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding areas.Questions for Lauren include:What are some of the biggest struggles you see with hiring in today’s market?What can companies do to improve their recruiting?What industries will remain active this year? What types of roles are most in demand? What kind of results have your clients seen by improving their hiring process?You've been involved with DisruptHR Buffalo for a while. What makes the event unique?You've also been involved with the local SHRM chapter. Tell us more.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat show, we shine a light on a new pod called 'Work in Progress' by Matrix. Bill Banham's guest is Roger Clements, Chief Growth Officer at Matrix.Roger joined Matrix at the beginning of 2023 assuming responsibility for leading Matrix’s growth strategy.Roger has over 25 years of experience within the field of human capital management and workforce solutions. His experience spans working in prominent leadership roles for global HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Process Outsourcing and Managed Service Provider firms as well as experience gained within HR functions at large blue-chip organisations.Questions for Roger include:Can you tell us about the inspiration behind launching Work in Progress - The Matrix Podcast and how it aligns with Matrix's mission?What led to the decision to feature Tim Campbell MBE and Cath Possamai as special guests for the inaugural episode, and what unique perspectives do they bring to the discussion on the gap between education and career?How does this new podcast aim to differentiate itself from other podcasts in the sphere of discussions surrounding the future of work, and what can listeners expect in terms of topics in future episodes?As the chief growth officer at Matrix, what impact do you predict  theWork in Progress pod will have on the broader conversation surrounding workforce management, talent acquisition, and professional development, both within Matrix and in the wider industry?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this HRchat episode, we welcome Laura Probert, Chief People Officer at Egress to share tips to help companies combat cyber attacks.Laura is responsible for the company’s global people strategy. Her focus is on attracting, retaining, and developing world-class talent, including creating a high-performing culture that rewards and recognizes its people, provides flexibility, training and career development, and supports mental and physical wellbeing. With over 25 years of experience, Laura is passionate about creating successful people development strategies and building agile, high-performing, diverse teams with high levels of engagement.Questions for Laura include:Before joining Egress, you held senior HR positions in technology, advertising, retail, and entertainment, working with some of the world’s leading brands including Adobe and Bwin Sports. How have recent trends like the rise of AI, remote working, and more gig workers changed how HR leaders do their jobs?Egress helps companies combat various cyber attacks. Why does that matter and how severe is the threat?I can see you have a passion for creating a great culture. In your experience, what are some of the key elements that make a great culture?After launching a 4-day week initiative and noticing patchy delivery and customer support, you conducted a post-mortem and found that the inflexibility of the program was negatively impacting particular days of the week so you introduced a new concept to Egress employees known as eFlex. Tell us moreThe tech industry has been facing a skills shortage for some time, what advice or insights can you offer to attract and retain top talent?What does the Great Places to Work ranking from 88th to 50th mean to you and Egress? What does it say about the company?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode, we consider why motivation is key to employee retention and higher performance. The guest this time is Paul Yoachum, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at FindMojo, the creators of the Motivators Assessment, the workplace motivation assessment. Paul is responsible for overseeing the company’s growth, customer acquisition, content, and product strategy. He is a frequent speaker at training and leadership events throughout North America where he speaks on sales performance, employee motivation and productivity, corporate culture, and teamwork. He also guest lectures at universities and non-profit organizations throughout the country on a variety of organizational management topics.Questions for Paul include: Launched amid the pandemic, FindMojo is doing great! You've seen annual revenue double each year. Tell us about the company's mission and goalsWhy is motivation key to employee retention and higher performance?What are the big motivators at the moment? E.g. higher salaries, benefits, professional development, CSR? Are Gen Zers motivated by having the option to be back in the office? The Motivators Assessment helps organizations, teams, and individuals. Tell us more about the fit for each groupWe do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Unlock the secrets to creating a workplace where everyone thrives as HR expert and career coach, Jessica D. Winder joins Bill Banham on the HRchat show. Discover the role of leadership in shaping an inclusive company culture, and how the right training can equip middle managers to foster teams that not only feel safe but genuinely belong. Jessica doesn't just share wisdom from her professional playbook; she offers a glimpse into her HR journey, revealing personal growth gems like the power of patience and the clarity that comes with meditation.Questions for Jessica include:How can people leaders ensure their company culture is inclusive and welcoming to all team members, while also making sure policies and procedures are in place for employee health and safety?Retaining high performers: Top tips for retention of top talent?What are some key differences between traditional v. "progressive HR"? Encouraging work-life balance: How can leaders help employees find a balance between their work and personal lives? You're an advocate for psychological safety and a speak-up culture. How can leaders achieve safe spaces?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Unlock the secrets to a sharper mind and a more balanced emotional state with the help of Dr. Rachel Gow, an expert nutritional neuroscientist, in our lively and enlightening conversation. Discover how the foods you eat have a direct line to your cognitive functions, impacting everything from your ability to focus to your emotional well-being. Dr. Gow opens the door to understanding the critical role that nutrients, particularly omega-3 fatty acids, play in enhancing neurotransmission—think of it as the brain's way of swiftly navigating through a sea of daily challenges. Guest host Nick Steiert and Rachel also discuss the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals in the workplace, offering strategies to support ADHD at work and turn perceived weaknesses into celebrated strengths.So, tune in, get inspired, and start feeding your brain the nutrition it craves for peak performance both in life and at work.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, we talk about employee engagement and why employer branding matters more than ever.Bill Banham's awesome guest is Tara Furiani, host of the awesome Not the HR Lady podcast. Combining a razor-sharp wit with over two decades of expertise in the people business, Tara fuses scholarly depth with battle-tested experience, making her a tour de force in HR, executive team-building, DEI, and corporate culture. Her dual Master's degrees in Psychology and Organizational Leadership, coupled with a Bachelor's in Marketing, form a strong academic backdrop. Throw in advanced certifications in Predictive Index and DiSC behavioral analytics, and you get an intellectual maven attuned to the multi-layered challenges of businesses.Outside the professional sphere, Tara doesn’t just talk work-life balance; she lives it. A loving parent to five kids, Tara also hosts the popular podcast "Not the HR Lady," - offering fresh perspectives on the stale ideologies plaguing businesses today. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Imagine a legal landscape where diversity isn't just a buzzword, but the bedrock of practice—a scenario where the symphony of different voices shapes the law itself. That's the vision Juan E. Zúñiga, Managing Partner of Rimon Law, brings to the table in our latest discussion. With a bicultural heritage fueling his work in international transactions, Juan illustrates how a background rich in diversity can be a powerhouse of success in the legal industry. As host Bill Banham and Juan unfold the layers of RImon Law's approach, they examine Rimon Law's groundbreaking economic model that champions transparency and equity, a stark contrast to the inner circles of larger firms. Venture further into the heart of the legal world's diversity challenges and triumphs with stories that reveal the stark realities minority and women lawyers face, and the catalytic effect of leadership in cultivating an environment where diversity flourishes. The second chapter of our dialogue shifts focus onto the influence of leadership in promoting diversity in the ranks and the necessity of mentorship for nurturing top-tier talent from underrepresented groups. Listen as Juan confronts head-on the biases remote workers wrestle with in the legal sector - contrasting the traditional emphasis on being physically present with the innovative, remote-first structure that Ramon Law embraced long before the pandemic reshaped the workplace. If you enjoy this episode, check out HRchat episode 540 with Rimon Law's Tom M. White.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this final and special episode of the AI in the Workplace mini-series, guest hosts Pauline James and David Creelman will distill key insights shared by leading experts they were fortunate to learn from. Expert insights are highlighted from Avi Goldfarb, Rotman Chair in Artificial Intelligence and Healthcare at the University of Toronto; Shingai Manjengwa, Head of AI Education at ChainML; Ben Zweig, CEO of Revelio Labs; Dr. Jarik Conrad, VP of Human Insights at UKG; Kate Bischoff, Founder of Thrive Law and Consulting; Jesslyn Dymond, Director of Data Ethics at TELUS; Frank Rudzicz, Associate Professor at Dalhousie University; and Vimal Sharma, VP of HR at WIS International.Tune in and Discover: •        AI's Impact on the Workforce: Explore insights on AI's disruptive potential, its role in leveling the skills field by automating tasks, and HR's pivotal role in managing change and leading reskilling initiatives.•        Streamlining HR Processes: Discover how AI automates labor-intensive HR tasks, enabling professionals to focus on strategic activities, and the importance of ethical AI use through human oversight and governance.•        Advancing Organizational Competence: Learn about the critical need for AI literacy within organizations to responsibly leverage AI, and AI's potential to enhance empathy and reduce biases in decision-making.•        Enhancing HR Practices with AI: Valuable resources for deepening AI knowledge and engaging in responsible AI use discussions are shared, emphasizing HR's evolving role in the age of AI.As we conclude this insightful journey, it's clear that AI's role in HR is both transformative and complex. By embracing AI with informed enthusiasm, HR leaders can steer their organizations towards innovative, efficient, and ethical futures. The insights shared in this series are just the beginning; the real work lies in applying these learnings to navigate the evolving landscape of AI in HR.  Please keep us posted on your progress in this regard! Feature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events