MHR Podcast

Keeping you up to date with the all latest news and developments across the world of work in HR, payroll and finance. Hosted by Andy Fowler and Alice Featherstone, with new episodes available on a weekly basis.

Labour Hoarding

This week, we're talking about labour hoarding and how this practice benefits organisations looking to retain talent and avoid expensive recruitment processes.

03-15
13:58

IWD 2024: Inspire Inclusion

Alice and Andy are joined by Julia as they celebrate International Women’s Day and reflect on what we can all do to support the theme of ‘Inspire Inclusion’ in the workplace.

03-08
23:34

Movers, Shakers, Long Term Waiters

In this episode, Alice and Andy discuss the changing expectations on moving and changing careers. How long does a newer generation expect to stay in a role? And is this the same for all industries?

03-01
14:21

Digital Do's and Don'ts

Andy and Alice discuss the difficulties faced by remote workers this week including productivity monitoring and the fear of disconnection as the modern world continues to evolve. 

02-23
19:41

It's All About Communication

This week, Andy and Alice talk about communication. They review our latest Employee Experience research and discuss how HR tech provides a route to building a better on employee retention and satisfaction.  

02-09
18:56

HR in 2024

Andy and Alice discuss the key challenges facing the world of work regarding HR. From team burnout, to building a diverse workforce and the supporting roles to be played by automation and AI - it's not one to be missed.

01-19
18:51

Payroll in 2024

We do a deep dive into the key payroll challenges businesses and employers will face this year. Andy and Alice discuss the risks payroll departments face, how real-time payroll can solve these and ways payroll can support financial wellbeing.

01-12
21:22

50 Not Out!

Andy and Alice sit down for one last time this year for a 2023 wrap up: recapping the trends, changes and key themes throughout the world of work this year.

12-15
17:11

Season's Greetings

As the world of work winds down for Christmas, Andy and Alice tackle the challenges presented to HR over the festive period and how to handle them.

12-08
20:01

It's Good to do Good

This week Andy and Emma discuss the importance of corporate giving, and how businesses and charitable organisations alike can benefit from working together. Andy has the 'stache to prove it!

11-17
21:43

Talk Money Week

This week Andy and Alice recognise Talk Money Week, discussing the importance of having open conversations about money, and how organisations can identify and safeguard the financial wellbeing needs of their employees.

11-10
18:32

Looking Ahead

This week Andy and Emma give a sneak preview of MHR's predictions on what to expect in the world of work in HR, Payroll and Finance in 2024. The forecast? A busy one!

11-03
22:16

'Tis the Season for Hiring

With the *cough* Christmas holidays *cough* fast approaching, Andy and Emma discuss how technology can support onboarding the influx of temporary workers during the festive season.

10-27
21:59

World Menopause Day 2023

It's time to break the stigma and raise awareness around Menopause. In a special episode, Andy and Emma are joined by Julia Roberts to discuss the importance of encouraging colleagues to talk more openly about menopause and how employers can support the wellbeing of those experiencing it.

10-18
16:51

World Mental Health Day

This week Andy and Emma are joined by Julia Roberts for a special episode in recognition of World Mental Health Day - highlighting the importance of considering good mental health as an integral part of our overall health and wellbeing.

10-10
19:21

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

This week Andy and Emma are joined by Jaime Foster for a special episode in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - highlighting the importance of breaking the taboo with education about the disease in the workplace.

10-10
17:48

The Reality of AI

This week Andy and Emma discuss how businesses are investing in AI employees, and raise the question of how ready businesses are to embrace the technology. 

09-29
23:55

Development (This Time It's Personal)

This week Andy and Tom explore the various routes that both employees and employers can take to enable personal development and growth.

09-22
26:42

Zealous Gen Z

This week Andy and Emma discuss the September influx of Gen Z into the workforce, and the importance of embracing their talents and creating a lasting impact on their careers.

09-21
20:58

Back to School Blues

It's back to business for Andy and Emma this week as they discuss the impact of coming back to work after the summer holidays, and what organisations can do to re-energise their team and add value.

09-08
28:20

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