HR After Dark With Marcia & Meghan

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan are joined by Regina McCann Hess, Founder of Forge Wealth Management. Regina emphasizes the importance of what you keep over what you spend and shares her approach to empowering women in wealth-building. She explains how open conversations around the breakfast table about finances can help maintain healthy spending habits. Tune in to hear Regina’...

In this exciting episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan are joined by Francesca Zampaglione, Chief Empowerment Officer of the Empowerment League. Francesca, a CPA turned stylist for executive women, now helps business leaders make transformative changes from the inside out through her company. Tune in as Francesca shares invaluable tips on how to present yourself confidently on Zoom, using st...

In this exciting episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan sit down with Renee Patrone Rhinehart, Founder of Events by Renee and Party Host Helpers, a nationwide company that has redefined event logistics with a team of over 30,000 gig workers. From intimate birthday celebrations to large-scale corporate events, Party Host Helpers specializes in providing expert event staffing, ensuring every de...

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan are joined by Beth Monroe, the Executive Director of the Women’s Resource Center. Founded in 1975, the WRC is an organization that brings women together to share resources. WRC offers five core programs, including a helpline, family law assistance, financial stability support, counseling, and career services, which are designed to help women and...

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan are joined by Colleen Bertrand, a Wellness Professional, Collaborative Consultant and Facilitator who helps leaders better engage their employees and create the conditions for sustainable effectiveness and innovation.  They discuss how purposeful meetings—especially in-person ones—help build a strong team culture and foster sustainable effectiven...

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan dive into the ins and outs of The O’Connor Group’s outsourced HR model—and why it might be the missing piece for your business. Whether you're scaling quickly, navigating a merger, or operating without a formal HR team, they explain how a comprehensive HR assessment can pinpoint exactly what you need to support your people and protect your busine...

In the episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan dive into a topic that’s gaining momentum across industries: The Rise of Leadership Coaching. Coaching has always been a valuable tool, but it’s now more in demand than ever. Leaders are seeking guidance to navigate today’s increasingly complex challenges, from managing hybrid teams to fostering innovation and resilience. If you’re an HR leader, b...

Description: In the episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan explore the exciting and complex world of HR in the AI era. From revolutionizing recruiting and benefits management to performance evaluations, AI is transforming HR processes. But with these advancements come ethical concerns, including bias, transparency, and privacy issues. Together, they discuss how to balance automation with the...

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan explore The Evolution of Work: Adapting to Generational Shifts. With Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z all sharing the workplace, understanding how to manage, communicate, and engage across generations is more important than ever. They break down the unique values and work styles of each generation, discuss strategies for managing cross...

On this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan sit down with Brendan Dodge, Senior Account Executive at VC3—an IT and cybersecurity company dedicated to supporting small to mid-sized businesses with the right tools and resources to stay protected. Brendan shares three essential tips business owners should focus on with their teams this year. His key reminder: "You're not too small to be hacke...

Join Marcia and Meghan in this insightful episode of HR After Dark as they welcome Stephanie D’Angelo, Founder and CEO of HerClub. Recognizing the power of golf in professional networking, Stephanie created HerClub to help women gain confidence on the course and make meaningful business connections. With 50% of women saying that being able to talk about golf has advanced their careers, HerClub pro...

Join Marcia and Meghan in this insightful episode of HR After Dark as they dive into the best practices of onboarding. Onboarding is the first impression you make and the tone you set with your new team members. What does your process look like? Marcia and Meghan explore how effective onboarding sets the tone for employee success. From pre-boarding tips to long-term engagement strategies, they sha...

Join Marcia and Meghan in this insightful episode of HR After Dark as they dive into the evolving concepts of work-life balance and employee wellbeing. Work-life balance isn’t just a trendy phrase—it’s about building a sustainable work environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. Wellbeing goes beyond physical health to include mental, emotional, and even financial we...

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia, and Meghan dive into the concept of embracing radical candor in the workplace, inspired by Kim Scott's book Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. The core idea is to care personally while challenging others directly. Radical candor fosters a culture where employees at every level feel empowered to speak up. How does radical cando...

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia, and Meghan discuss project-based HR—an agile approach that allows businesses to tackle specific HR challenges without committing to long-term resources. Whether you’re navigating a merger, launching a new initiative, or simply need extra support for a time-sensitive project, project-based HR delivers strategic solutions that can make all the difference.  M...

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan break down the rising trend of fractional HR. They explore how companies can access high-level HR expertise without the need for a full-time hire. Learn what fractional HR is, who benefits from it, and why it’s a game changer for startups, mid-sized companies, and growing businesses alike. From its flexibility to its cost-effectiveness, tune in t...

In the episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan dive into the world of Interim HR, exploring how businesses can leverage interim HR leaders to navigate critical transitions. Whether it’s filling a leadership gap, guiding your HR team through organizational changes, or driving a major initiative, interim HR pros step in to provide strategic leadership and stability. They break down the key benef...

Did you know 90% of hiring members are never trained to interview? On this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan welcome guest, Anna Papalia, CEO & Author of Interviewology. Anna shares her passion for discovering interview styles and why she left her corporate job to teach and write her book Interviewology. Are you a Charmer, Challenger, Examiner, or Harmonizer?  Whether you are a hirin...

What inspires your employees?  In the episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan welcome guest Raymond Lee, President of Careerminds.  Raymond emphasizes the importance of career fulfillment and suggests HR leaders support their teams through informal dialogue. He encourages asking team members what excites them most about work, what changes they'd like to see, and employing the start, stop, and...

In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan dive into the world of remote work and its effects on HR and business leaders. They offer advice on maintaining team engagement in a hybrid environment while keeping things enjoyable. Additionally, they discuss the importance of effective communication, setting boundaries, and implementing policies to foster a more inclusive and flexible workplac...

Conflicts can arise from a variety of sources, whether it's disagreements between coworkers, misunderstandings between employees and their managers, or even conflicts stemming from organizational changes or restructuring. When these conflicts occur, HR must step in and address them promptly and effectively.  In this episode, Marcia and Meghan share strategies HR professionals can use to resolve wo...

HR plays a crucial role in shaping workplace culture, fostering employee engagement, and driving organizational success. So, in this first episode of HR After Dark, Marcia, and Meghan address some of the common misconceptions about HR and discuss why it's so important to change the narrative.

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new podcast, HR After Dark, hosted by Marcia O'Connor and Meghan Popoleo! In the world of Human Resources, staying updated on the latest insights, trends, and discussions is crucial. But why settle for the ordinary when you can have the extraordinary? Join Marcia and Meghan as they bring a fresh perspective to the HR landscape, adding a twist to e...