A Better HR Business

Expanding internationally presents businesses with significant challenges, especially when it comes to hiring and managing teams across borders while remaining compliant with local laws and regulations. Companies increasingly seek solutions that simplify these complexities and support seamless global operations. Employer of Record (EOR) services like Boundless are revolutionizing this process by s...

I recently spoke with Karan Kapoor , Founder of Vividh , about the challenges and opportunities of starting a successful Inclusion & Diversity consulting business and building inclusive workplaces. In a wide-ranging discussion, Karan and I talked about: ✅ How prioritizing inclusivity naturally fosters better diversity outcomes. ✅ The essential role of mentorship in career development, provid...

Talent assessment and leadership development are key to building a strong, capable workforce. They help organizations identify top talent, align people with the right roles, and develop future leaders, driving growth and ensuring long-term success in a competitive market. In this episode of A Better HR Business , we enter into the dynamic world of talent assessment technology with David Jones, CEO...

I recently had a very interesting conversation with Brandy (Burch) Thompson, CEO & Founder at Benefitbay , a platform that enables employers to easily model, deploy, and oversee their ICHRA plans, in full compliance with regulation and with full confidence that their employees will have tools and support to select and enroll in the plan that’s right for them. In a wide-ranging discussion, Bran...

AI is shaping our future, but did you know it could be holding women back? A study from MIT and the Stanford Human-Centered AI Institute found significant gender biases in commercial AI systems, often reinforcing stereotypes and limiting women's opportunities in the workplace. This is why I was excited to speak recently with Shubhi Rao, the founder of Uplevyl , the world’s leading AI-for-women-by-...

Looking to enhance your on-camera presence? You're not alone - many HR business owners are striving to improve their interview skills. Potential clients and partners are eager to connect with the person behind the brand, and top-performing small businesses often leverage video to showcase their leaders and build authentic relationships. Kerry Barrett, an Emmy Award-winning journalist and expert in...

Hiring the right talent is becoming increasingly challenging for companies as they face growing competition for skilled workers, especially in the frontline and essential sectors, where optimizing cost per hire is crucial for maintaining efficiency and sustainability. Thad Price, CEO of Talroo, a talent-matching marketplace focused on sourcing frontline and essential workers, joined Ben on the A B...

Ever wondered how HR Directors want (and don't want) to be marketed to? Siân Harrington, Co-Founder of The People Space and Siân Harrington Media Consulting, reveals the findings in our newest episode on the A Better HR Business podcast . Based on a recent study with 100 HR Directors from well-known brands, we've uncovered crucial information that will reshape the way you approach and connect with...

Today I'm joined on the A Better HR Business podcast by Michelle Minnikin , CEO of Work Pirates and author of 'Good Girl Deprogramming', to explore psychology, workplace culture, and breaking free from societal conditioning. Michelle's journey toward Good Girl Deprogramming began with her ADHD diagnosis in December 2020, a revelation that brought clarity and understanding to her life. Embracing th...

Today I'm joined on the A Better HR Business podcast by Allan Tsang , an International Negotiation Coach for Executives, to talk about strategies for driving profits and fostering collaborative work environments through effective negotiation techniques. With over a decade of experience, Allan has guided clients through more than 10,000 negotiations, ranging from $10K to $250MM. Allan founded 88 Ow...

Today I'm joined on the A Better HR Business podcast by Luca Lotterio from Restworld , a job a matching HR platform for the restaurant industry in Italy and beyond. Restworld provides Recruiting as a Service for Employers, a job board, map, and personal assistant for workers to find a job. It has achieved impressive numbers with around 1000 customers and a community of more than 140,000 subscriber...

Benjamin Moróne, an American entrepreneur and innovator residing in Warsaw, Poland, founded Zabota, a company dedicated to recruiting top talent in Eastern Europe and Latin America. In a wide-ranging discussion, Benjamin and I talked about: ✅ Benjamin's journey with Zabota.io - building a business while living in a different country. ✅ Hiring overseas talent brings diverse perspectives and speci...

In today's episode (see the video version on the Get More HR Clients website), Ben shares how, on a flight recently, he watched an episode of 'Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares', a formulaic but highly successful reality TV series in which world-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay visits struggling restaurants to help them succeed. In this episode, Ben explains Ramsey's business turnaround formula and the lesso...

In the latest episode of "A Better HR Business" podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Carolyn Shepherd , the founder and mentor at Emmeline. AI . With over 20 years of experience in HR and a focus on supporting women impacted by AI job displacement, Carolyn shared valuable insights into leveraging AI to empower women in the rapidly evolving workplace. In a wide-ranging discussion, Carolyn and I t...

The A Better HR Business podcast looks at how consultants and tech firms in the broad Human Resources field grow their business; and how they help employers get the best out of their people. I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Barris. Michael is a renowned speaker, best-selling author, and transformational speaking and storytelling coach. Michael shared his expert advice on how to...

In today's episode (see the video version on the Get More HR Clients website), Ben shares a quick tip to make it a little easier to market your HR business: segment your target audience. (By ‘HR’ we mean Generalist HR, Recruitment, Learning & Development, Employment Law, Compensation & Benefits, Diversity & Inclusion, Employee Engagement, etc). This is really good for generalist firms...

The A Better HR Business podcast looks at how consultants and tech firms in the broad Human Resources field grow their business; and how they help employers get the best out of their people. I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Geraldine Woloch-Addamine, Founder & CEO at Good4work , about the innovative strategies to enhance employee engagement and talent recognition. Good4Work is an H...

The A Better HR Business podcast looks at how consultants and tech firms in the broad Human Resources field grow their business; and how they help employers get the best out of their people. In this episode, we were kindly joined by Keith Goode, Vice President of Products and Services at ZeroedIn Technologies, who shares insights into how their platform is revolutionizing HR data management by mak...

The A Better HR Business podcast looks at how consultants and tech firms in the broad Human Resources field grow their business; and how they help employers get the best out of their people. In this episode of A Better HR Business, we were kindly joined by Mary Cullen , Managing Director of Insight HR . Insight HR is an HR consultancy and outsourcing firm operating nationwide out of beautiful Kilk...

In today's episode, Ben gives you permission to show off a little  :) That is, show off your HR-related expertise in sales meetings with potential new clients. Most people in business have heard about the need to talk about both 'features' and 'benefits' when describing your product or service but, in HR consulting, that's not always enough. (By ‘HR’ we mean Generalist HR, Recruitment, Learning &a...

The A Better HR Business podcast looks at how consultants and tech firms in the broad Human Resources field grow their business; and how they help employers get the best out of their people. In this episode of A Better HR Business, we are kindly joined by Amy Spurling , the CEO and co-founder of the employee lifestyle benefits platform, Compt . Compt helps HR build, manage, and streamline lifestyl...

In today's episode, Ben shares an example of clever positioning for an (HR-related-ish) business and explains how you can strengthen your business positioning to win more new business. (By ‘HR’ we mean Generalist HR, Recruitment, Learning & Development, Employment Law, Compensation & Benefits, Diversity & Inclusion, Employee Engagement, etc). If you're in Ireland, check out 2468 Workpl...

The A Better HR Business podcast looks at how consultants and tech firms in the broad Human Resources field grow their business; and how they help employers get the best out of their people. In this episode of A Better HR Business, we are kindly joined by John Bernatovicz, Founder of Willory (HR & Payroll Staffing) and Author of HR Like A Boss. John, a successful entrepreneur with 20+ years of...

The A Better HR Business podcast looks at how consultants and tech firms in the broad Human Resources field grow their business; and how they help employers get the best out of their people. In this episode of A Better HR Business, we are kindly joined by Rahul Arora from the on-demand interview platform Intervue.io on his success on Shark Tank India. Rahul described the challenges companies face...

The A Better HR Business podcast looks at how consultants and tech firms in the broad Human Resources field grow their business; and how they help employers get the best out of their people. In this episode of A Better HR Business, we are kindly joined by Aimee Bateman , founder of the renowned career development platform Careercake . Aimee shares her extraordinary journey of building and scaling...