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In episode 185, Coffey talks with Kara Kelley about the impact of President Trump’s affirmative action order, how not to respond to employee criticism, and nervous candidates. They discuss the implications for federal contractors following the President’s rescission of Executive Order 11246, eliminating most affirmative action program and DEI requirements; the ongoing relevance of Title VII and ot...

In episode 184, Coffey talks with Lori Saitz about creating workplace environments where meaningful connections improve focus and productivity.  They discuss the importance of authentic connections in leadership; techniques for managing mental distractions at work; the power of mindful breathing and presence; the impact of gratitude on workplace productivity; the role of corporate culture in suppo...

In episode 183, Coffey talks with Ron Fish about increasing workplace accessibility and inclusion for employees with disabilities, particularly focusing on hidden disabilities. They discuss the low rate of disability inclusion in corporate DEI initiatives; the reluctance of employees to disclose disabilities due to stigma; the importance of universal design in both physical and digital workplaces;...

In episode 182, Coffey talks with Nikki Drader-Mazza and Dr. Ginny Lopez-Kidwell about their research on recruiting and integrating autistic employees into roles requiring social interaction, particularly focusing on Goldman Sachs' successful initiative to expand the practice beyond traditional technical positions. They discuss the concept of "double empathy problem" where both neurotypical and ne...

In episode 181, Coffey talks with Dr. Jamil Northcutt about the business of sports and the competitive advantages former athletes bring to business teams. They discuss the similarities and differences between sports organizations and traditional businesses; the importance of balancing analytics with human judgment in talent decisions; the challenges of managing high-performing individuals who may...

In episode 180, Coffey and Patrick Richter discuss recent HR news items about remote worker fraud and employee monitoring. They discuss North Korean operatives using stolen identities to infiltrate U.S. companies through remote work positions; the growing trend of "over-employed" individuals secretly working multiple full-time remote jobs; the rise of technology tools like mouse jigglers to deceiv...

In episode 179, Coffey talks with Kacey Riccomini about managing political and social speech in the workplace in a time of heightened political division and social tension.  (HRCI business credit) They discuss legal protections for political speech under federal and California state laws; when political speech becomes discriminatory or creates a hostile work environment; the limitations of First A...

In episode 178, Coffey talks with Jason Barrett about the evolving landscape of data privacy laws and their impact on employers' handling of personal information. They discuss the cultural shift driving increased data privacy concerns; differences between personally identifiable information (PII) and sensitive personal information; roles of data controllers, processors, and consumers; GDPR's seven...

In episode 177, Coffey talks with Anna Redmond about comprehensive workplace security strategies and violence prevention programs. They discuss physical security challenges beyond workplace violence; the importance of security assessments; domestic violence impacts on workplace safety; California's new workplace violence prevention law (SB 553); warning signs and pathways to violence; access contr...

In episode 176, Coffey talks with Steve Peglar about recent HR news and Reddit threads including the reversal of DOL overtime thresholds workplace (dis)satisfaction, the “overemployment” phenomenon, and changing employee expectations. They discuss the federal court's overturn of DOL’s changes to overtime salary thresholds following the Loper Bright decision and implications for employers; declinin...

In episode 175, Coffey talks with Melanie Ronen about legal considerations and emerging regulations surrounding the use of AI in employment decisions. They discuss current anti-discrimination laws affecting AI use; recent litigation related to AI in hiring; strategies for avoiding disparate impact discrimination; the role of bias testing in AI systems; proposed legislation in California and other...

In episode 174, Coffey talks with Andrew Geesbreght about the importance of values alignment and self-leadership in creating effective organizational cultures. They discuss the nature of organizational values versus individual values; the concept of value congruence and incongruence; the role of self-awareness in leadership development; the importance of curiosity in leadership effectiveness; the...

In episode 173, Coffey talks with Dr. Tony Bridwell about the importance of leadership’s “followership” in building strong teams and cultures. They discuss Tony’s new book, The Follower Effect ; the key attributes of effective followers including independent critical thinking, mission focus, and active partnership; the dynamic relationship between leadership and followership roles; the importance...

In episode 172, Coffey talks with Michaela Glendening about engaging and retaining emerging HR professionals and Gen Z employees in the workplace. They discuss Dallas HR's new Emerging HR Professionals Committee initiatives; unique characteristics of Gen Z workers; the importance of regular feedback and communication; mentoring program strategies; managing workplace expectations around deadlines a...

In episode 171, Coffey talks with Sam Rad live from The HRSW Conference about how rapid technological change is affecting the future of work and organizational structures. They discuss economic evolution from analog to digital transactions; decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs); the impact of AI on jobs and skills; the changing nature of credentials and learning; the importance of adaptabi...

In episode 170, Coffey talks with Dave Lutes about servant leadership and its implementation in organizational cultures. They discuss the definition and misconceptions of servant leadership; the importance of authenticity and empathy in leadership; balancing performance management with a servant leadership approach; the challenges of implementing servant leadership across an organization; the role...

In episode 169, Coffey talks with Wayne Turmel about creating effective remote and hybrid work environments. They discuss the evolution of remote work before and after the COVID-19 pandemic; the importance of strategic planning for hybrid work models; the role of technology in remote work communication; balancing productivity and flexibility in remote work settings; the impact of remote work on em...

In episode 168, Coffey talks with Noel Kersh about protecting company information and digital forensics. They discuss the role of digital forensics in investigations; the importance of preserving digital evidence; challenges with personal devices and cloud computing in the workplace; policies for managing company data on personal devices; the emerging role of AI tools like ChatGPT in investigation...

In episode 167, Coffey talks with Leiza Dolghih about generational ethical differences and recent court actions affecting employers. They discuss Gen Z employees' attitudes towards company policies and rule-bending; EEOC lawsuits against companies for disability discrimination; and the Department of Labor's overtime salary basis test. Leiza and Coffey will both be presenters at the HR Southwest Co...

In episode 166, Coffey talks with Mike Kahn about the current state of recruitment and effective strategies for hiring top talent. They discuss the current job market trends; shifts in demand for different types of HR roles; the importance of specialized skills in HR; the changing landscape of recruitment technology; the value of thorough candidate vetting and cultural fit assessment; the role of...

In episode 165, Coffey talks with Randy Anderson about managing sales teams effectively. They discuss the differences between managing sales teams and other departments; the importance of proper sales management techniques; balancing sales goals with organizational needs; the role of CRM systems in sales; transitioning from salesperson to sales manager; managing high-maintenance, high-performing e...

🎵Injunction Junction, what’s your function? Shooting down rules, and actions, and causes…🎵 In episode 164, Coffey talks with Julia Gannaway about the impact of the end of Chevron deference on several recent court decisions. The discuss the power shift to administrative agencies under Chevron deference; the Supreme Courts’ rationale in the Loper decision; the nationwide injunction against the Fed...

In episode 163, Coffey talks with George Rogers about creating effective workplace cultures and increasing employee engagement. They discuss defining organizational culture and employee engagement; the importance of engagement for business performance; key factors driving employee retention and satisfaction; the impact of AI on workforce development; effective performance management practices; the...

In episode 162, Coffey talks with Francisco Solis about global immigration strategies and challenges for multinational companies. They discuss CBRE's global talent management approach; integrating immigration strategy with corporate strategy; business travel compliance issues; cultural adaptation for expatriates; comparing U.S. immigration policies with other countries; safety and diversity consid...

In episode 161, Coffey talks with Meredith Morris about global employment strategies and challenges for U.S.-based companies. They discuss the Texas SHRM Global Business Conference; reasons companies seek international talent; alternatives to H-1B visas; risks of misclassifying workers as independent contractors; employer of record (EOR) services; cultural differences in international employment;...