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Two HR friends. With no filter. Getting you through all the work sh*t.
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This week, we're focusing on key studies that just dropped...Topic 1: Rudeness Epidemic: Insights from SHRM’s Civility IndexCan workplace incivility be costing your organization more than you realize? Join us as we unravel the harsh reality that nearly 40% of daily uncivil acts happen at work. We dive into personal stories and real-life experiences that highlight these staggering numbers. Discover how the SHRM Civility Index, with its current US score of 40, categorizes the frequency of inciv...
Adam Horne, co-founder of Open Org is on a mission: to build a more trusted, transparent world of work. So, we wanted to get him on the pod to talk about how in the hell do you do that? Turns out, it's not only doable (let's start with employees having ZERO surprises around biggies like compensation, benefits, etc), but, when done authentically - can improve (like majorly improve) hiring, retention and overall health of an organization. Our conversation covers aligning internal and...
We're back with New Week, New Headlines!This week, we're digging into a two stories that we can't let go.Topic 1: Top Tech Talent Exodus Over RTOFaced with RTO mandates, some top tech talent left instead according to an article in the Washington Post this week. Topic 2: We Love Moms. Just Not at Work. Following an article in Fast Company, "Enough “Momwashing.” The U.S. gives lip service to motherhood while not supporting moms at work" we decided to dive into how (or not) US organi...
Belonging is the innate desire to be part of something larger than ourselves without sacrificing who we are. And we know, your sense of belonging at work is directly correlated with your engagement and satisfaction.So, we called up our friend, Dr. Beth Kaplan to talk about belonging. She's a University of Pennsylvania researcher. A speaker. And a thought leader on the topic. We went directly to the source. In this episode, we go deep on: What is belonging? Why does ...
Friends!BIG news week last week as new rules for workers hit the books. So, we're breaking it down.Topic 1: Non-Competes - Everything You Need to KnowThe recent federal ban of non-compete agreements is a win for workers. But not all workers are included in this ban. We cover everything you need to know,: the history, the ruling, the next phase and what you need to do to protect yourself. References: FTC Press AnnouncementFTC Noncompete Rule U.S. Bans noncompete agreements for ...
We are kicking off a brand new series called Visionary Executives. There are a lot of cool leaders out there that are doing really interesting work and bringing people in business together in a way that everyone wins. So, today, we start this series to talk with executives the leading edge stuff they're doing and what you can take away from that, either as an employee or as an executive yourself. And we're stoked to start with Alan Whitman, the former Chairman and CEO of Baker Tilly.&nb...
Holy hell the work news is hot this week. And here are the main stories we wanted to jam about....Topic 1: Is AI Taking or Augmenting Your Job AI is reshaping work and jobs -sometimes illuminating them. Sometimes augmenting them. Strap in as we dissect what it takes for companies and employees to be AI-ready, because when it comes to AI, silence is not golden—it's a red flag. Companies that are proactive in preparing for the integration of AI stand to benefit significantly. We take you behind...
This conversation was equal parts eye-opening and hilarious. This week, we welcome 'The Labor Lawyer' Ryan Stygar to jam about all things employment law, workers rights and what you should to make sure you're protected. Listen, this episode has it all, storytelling, actionable advice and yeah, penis jokes (hey, blame the sexual harassers). More specifically, we jam about: Ryan's Journey to Becoming an AttorneyEmployment Law & Worker's Rights 101Current State of Worke...
Happy Detention Day Friends! We recorded this on March 24th, which, is when the crew from The Breakfast Club headed to the library for detention. Little trivia for you. And, March 24th is also the day, we jammed about the following topics: Topic 1: Job Scams Get Sophisticated Job scams are on the rise and getting more sophisticated. From a CBS News Interview, LinkedIn's career expert, Catherine Fisher, we break down the cunning tactics of these digital-age con artists. F...
It's Sunny Friends! Freakin' finally. And, in addition to the vitamin D - here's the news we jammed about this week: Topic 1: Where Have All The Plumbers Gone? According to Bloomberg, The US will be short 550,000-plumbers by 2027. The reason why, frankly, blows. We jam about the impacts of this shortage, and the urgent need for a societal shift in perspective towards trades. Topic 2: New Gig Worker Rules Worker classification. It's what determines if someone is an...
Did you know, if you never negotiate your pay, you could leave almost $1M on the table over your career. Yeah, that's an 'M' - as in million. So, we called up our friend, Kate Dixon - one of the leading experts in all things compensation. Kate is the author of "Pay Up" and "Name Your Price". She's also the founder of Dixon Consulting - a compensation and leadership coaching firm. What we love about Kate (there are a lot of things to love about Kate, including her dog, Jeffrey), is...
Happy March Friends! We're back with three topics this week! Here's what we're jamming about:Topic 1: Where Are The Moral Leaders?We dive into the complexities of moral leadership, a hot topic brought into sharper focus by a HOW Institute study covered in HR Dive. We shed light on the growing disconnect between leaders' actions and the ethical framework employees yearn for, emphasizing why navigating this leadership chasm is critical for any organization's longevity.Topic 2: The Silver ...
Welcome to the last week of February, Friends!There were two news stories this week that give us hope (like, a lot of hope) for the future. Check it out:Topic 1: The 4-Day Work Week Totally WorksWe've got the latest scoop on a landmark study analyzing the UK's four-day work week pilot, which could signal a sea change for how we approach the grind. We reviewed Autonomy's study of "Making it Stick: The UK Four-Day Work Pilot. Year One". The data's painting a picture of a win-win: energize...
Hiya Friends! We're back with New Week, New Headlines this week. And we're talking shop. Here's what we jammed about:Topic 1: Choices: CEO Pay Cut or Layoffs? Why do some CEOs and C-Level execs take a pay cut instead of laying folks off? Why don't others? We tackle the reasons. Plus a spotlight, from CNBC, on how former Nintendo CEO, Satoru Iwata's cut his salary to avoid layoffs. Topic 2: Indeed's State of Workplace Findings The Indeed Survey with The Harris Poll, 2023 launched last w...
This one is goooood, Friends! Ready to escape the 9-5, take control and find balance without sacrificing income. Learn the art of the entrepreneurial leap with Brett Trainor and embrace the power of fractional/freelance work that fits into the life you want to have.Brett, of the Corporate Escapee* joins us to map how to pivot out of corporate. In this episode, we tackle: What's a Corporate Escapee?Who Should Escape? Who Shouldn't?The Market for Fractional / Freelance, etcThe M...
Heeeeeeeeey Friends! Well, we're making it a fun news week. Because, you know what, we all deserve some good news to balance out the news-news. So, here's what we're talking about this week:Topic #1: RTO Costing Employees $561/moYes, according to Fortune, the average employee returning to the office spends $561 per month. That is comparable to the average two-person household’s grocery bill in the U.S. for the entire month, or as Francesca pointed out - a lease on an Audi. And, those aren't t...
Friends! The news doesn’t stop. And neither do we (except for naps, Francesca loves a nap).Here’s what we’re jamming about this week:Topic 1: Are We Headed Back to Victorian Child Labor?Could Florida's latest child labor law proposal (re: Tampa Bay Times) be the tipping point for teen workers? Authors of this bill are looking to allow teens to work more than 30 hours a week, and in riskier situations. And, this isn’t just a Florida issue. Child Labor violations increased 44% last year a...
Howdy Friends!Well, the work news keeps-a-comin. And here’s what we’re jamming about this week:Topic 1: Who’s Making $2M Profit Per EmployeeNot gonna lie, we were surprised by the result. Visual Capitalist (great site, definitely go nerd out there), ranked the Top US Companies, by Profit Per Employee. And look, it kinda blew our mind. We jam about the findings, why they matter, and share how you can calculate your company’s Profit Per Employee.Topic 2: Starbucks Labor Disputes Go To SCO...
Oooh Friends!This is the conversation the community wanted to have. So we’re going there - signs you may want to quit. Here’s what we’re jamming about:Our Quitting Stories: We’ve quit and we go into the big why. Either we’re sorry or you’re welcome. Signs You Should Quit: Four main reasons you may want to consider spending your time differently. Great Resources to Navigate Your Decision: Books, Pods and the one key question to ask yourself. Roast & Toast:&...
Heyyyyooo Friends!Here is the work news we’re jamming about this week: Topic 1: Yo, Please Say Thank You According to a joint study by Kudoboard and Bamboo HR, happiness at work has hit the skids. The interesting thing? There may be a pretty simple fix. Topic 2: The Harsh Reality of Employee Wellness. We dissect a recent New York Times exposé that casts doubt on the effectiveness of wellbeing these initiatives, despite their popularity. This week's conversation i...
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