Bringing the Human back to Human Resources

This week's episode is less than 10 minutes long but packs a punch for expressing gratitude, reflecting on 2021, and looking ahead to 2022!   Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3   Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the H...

Holiday parties are SO much fun, but there are some moments that make us cringe. It's normal!    Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!   Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3   Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist a...

This week Traci discusses the hottest topic in employment/HR news: Better.com's major fail when they decided to lay off 900 people over zoom.  Watch the video of the layoff here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dFpD_ryzNo   Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2...

This week, Traci shares some Do's and Don'ts about work conversations, especially related to recording and witnesses! Article on recording consent laws (US only): https://www.mwl-law.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/RECORDING-CONVERSATIONS-CHART.pdf   Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689...

This week, Traci talks about how you can effectively manage up with some quick and easy tips!      Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3      Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR 2022 Global Online Conference! Register to jo...

This week, Traci talks about the recent law in Portugal that bans employers from contacting their employees outside of working hours; Traci also has her husband on as a special guest for a Q+A with your FAQs!   Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci  Article on Portugal's new law: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2021/nov/15/portugal-boss-texts-work-us-employment   Sign-up for...

This week Traci answers some listener asked questions and provides step by step guidance on leading investigations in the workplace.    Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci          Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3       &...

This week Traci shares insight into how employee demands can influence business behaviors.   Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share with a friend!      Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci       Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3   ...

Traci shares the reality - and beauty - of change! Change is GOOD!   Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share with a friend! Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3 Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR 2022...

Traci shares some big news in celebration of the one year anniversary of the podcast! Thank you for being part of this journey! Special giveaway happening on Instagram - be sure to enter! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share with a friend! Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-...

Traci takes the 51st episode to reminisce on some of the key takeaways from this last year as she prepares for her one-year anniversary of the podcast!   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3 Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR 2022 Global Online Conference! Register to...

Traci sits down with Brett Turley to discuss everything corporate wellness and just keeping wellness simple!      Brett gave all listeners of the podcast a gift! Head here to check it out: https://minimalismfitness.com/hr-traci/   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3 Traci has been selecte...

This week, Traci talks Unions and Labor Relations - she shares some personal anecdotes and a recent scenario with Starbucks in Buffalo, NY.   Starbucks Article: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/09/14/starbucks-tells-nlrb-to-let-all-buffalo-workers-vote-on-union-effort.html Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3 T...

This week, Traci shares her recent experience with psychological safety in the workplace and answers some DM questions too!   Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3 Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR 2022 Global Online Conference! Register to join for FREE from March 7-1...

This week, Traci answers one of the most commonly asked question in her DMs: "Do I need an HR Certification?".   Check out the options for certifications below: HRCI: https://www.hrci.org/our-programs/which-certification-is-right-for-you SHRM: https://www.shrm.org/certification/about/Pages/default.aspx Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb...

Traci shares what is top of mind with a quick chat and brain dump. Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3   Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR 2022 Global Online Conference! Register to join for FREE from March 7-11, 2022: https://www.hackinghrlab.io/46   Don't forg...

This week, Traci discusses the predictive scheduling laws that are present in many cities around the US and Target's violation of Philadelphia's Fair Workweek Law costing them more than $22,000. Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad-6689-4447-aeb1-9bd98d0a2b61?rh_ref=f00c86a3 Philadelphia's Fair Workweek Law: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-workwee...

This week, Traci breaks down the perspective of vaccination mandates from a business perspective and why these, simply put, just make sense.   NY Times Article: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/08/10/us/covid-breakthrough-infections-vaccines.html CDC Data: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-data/investigations-discovery/hospitalization-death-by-age.html   Traci has b...

TW: loss, grief, death Thank you for listening <3    Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR 2022 Global Online Conference! Register to join for FREE from March 7-11, 2022: https://www.hackinghrlab.io/46   Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share with a friend! Connect with Traci here   Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements m...

This week, Traci dives into all of your submissions about being ghosted in the interview/application process - and for some, in relationships and dating!   Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR 2022 Global Online Conference! Register to join for FREE from March 7-11, 2022: https://www.hackinghrlab.io/46   Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share...

This week is a short one for obvious reasons: Traci lost her voice! Briefly, the latest news about NASDAQ and the SEC is discussed as well as Traci's recent shopping experience at Walmart following last week's episode. If you'd like to participate in the polls that will be used in next week's episode, follow @HRTraci on instagram! More info: Bloomberg Article Human Times Don't forget to rate, revi...

This week, Traci shares some personal and professional updates. The biggest news update is Walmart's announcement about free college tuition for its employees - insane!   More info: Human Times Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share with a friend! Connect with Traci here   Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts...

This week, Traci talks about how people are not the same versions of themselves returning to the office - in fact, people are returning with new or worsening addictions, challenges with mental health, and more.      Articles referenced:  Human Times Chicago Tribune  ADA HR Executive   Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share with a friend!     Conn...

This week, Traci discusses a couple questions sent to her and shares her perspective and some advice. There's so much to unpack with these kinds of situations - please do your research as well and reach out directly if you have any additional questions!   Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the C...

The Future is a 4-day workweek - do you agree? Traci discusses why a 4-day workweek is the newest progressive offer from businesses. As discussed on last week's episode, WFH/Hybrid models aren't benefits, they're expectations at this point, so maybe the 4-day workweek model is a benefit and the latest competitive policy.    Articles referenced: Shake Shack: https://www.nrn.com/fast-casua...