HR Happy Hour Network

Why “Love” Is the Missing Metric in Employee Experience Host:  Steve Boese Guest:  Marcus Buckingham , Leading Researcher on Strengths, Engagement, and Human Performance   Summary On the latest  At Work in America  podcast episode, Steve Boese and Marcus Buckingham discusses the transformative power of love in the workplace. They explore how designing experiences rooted in...

March Madness: Who Will Rise To Cut The Net Hosts:  Jack McFarlane  &  Nick Schlemmer   Summary In this episode of The Play By Play, hosts Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer dive into the excitement of March Madness, sharing their top players, upsets, Cinderella teams, and bracket predictions. This conversation is perfect for basketball fans eager to get insights and have so...

Replay: Championing Diversity and Empowering People with Disabilities Hosts:  Steve Boese ,  Trish Steed Guest:  Lloyd Lewis , CEO, Arc Thrift Stores   Summary This week we met with Lloyd Lewis from  Arc Thrift Stores  in Colorado to talk about embodying inclusion by employing persons with intellectual and development disabilities. Discover how inclusive hiring boosts...

AI, Trust, and the Human Role in the Future Workplace Hosts:  Mervyn Dinnen Guest:  Kyle Forrest , Future of HR Leader at Deloitte   Summary In this episode of the  HR Means Business  podcast, Mervyn speaks with Kyle Forrest, a future of HR leader at Deloitte Consulting, about the key trends highlighted in Deloitte's 2026 Human Capital Trends Report. They discuss the impor...

Building Resilient Workplaces in Politically Divisive Times Hosts:  Steve Boese Guest:  Kevin Rockmann , Asst Dean for Research, Professor of Mgmt, and the CGI Corporate Partner Faculty Fellow at the Costello College of Business at George Mason University   Summary In this episode of the  At Work In America  show, Steve met with Kevin Rockmann to explore how workplaces can...

Building Resilience and Mental Fitness in High-Pressure Workplaces Hosts:  Mervyn Dinnen Guest:  Alexandra Kafka , Founder of Oxyzn & Mental Fitness Advocate   Summary In this episode of the  HR Means Business  podcast, Mervyn speaks with Alexandra Kafka to explore how organizations can proactivetly support mental fitness to prevent burnout and sustain high performance...

Workplace Movie Hall of Fame - Spotlight Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed   Summary In this episode of the  At Work In America  show, hosts Steve and Trish discuss the 2015 film 'Spotlight,' which explores the investigative journalism that uncovered widespread abuse within the Catholic Church. They look at themes of ethics, leadership, and the responsibilities of...

HR Connection - How Small Business HR Leads Change Hosts:  Sabrina Baker  and  Marie Rolston   Summary In this episode of the  HR Connection,  Marie and Sabrina dive into the day-to-day reality of HR in smaller organizations, where there’s no bench of specialists and no time for over-engineering solutions. They talk about juggling priorities, building structure o...

HR Happy Hour Network - Introducing the HR Connection Podcast Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guests:  Sabrina Baker , Founder and CEO of Acacia HR Solutions and  Marie Rolston , HRBP with Acacia HR Solutions and host of The HR Connection podcast   Summary In this episode of the  The HR Happy Hour  show, Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Sabrina Bake...

Ultimate Business Efficiency: Marketing Hosts:  Jack McFarlane  &  Nick Schlemmer Guest:  Hailey McDonald , Global B2B SaaS Marketing Leader   Summary In this episode of  The Play by Play , Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer welcome Hailey McDonald to discuss the theme of business efficiency in 2026, focusing on the impact of Gen Z and technology on marketing. They...

From Personal Crisis to Corporate Solution: The Story Behind Caregiving Support Innovation Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guest:  Dave Jacobs , Co-Founder and Co-CEO at Homethrive   Summary In this episode of the  At Work in America  show, Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Dave Jacobs, co-founder and co-CEO of Homethrive to explore the critical issue of...

The Hidden Power of Middle Management Hosts:  Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Gary Cookson   Summary In this episode of the  HR Means Business  podcast, host Mervyn Dinnen speaks with Gary Cookson about the often-overlooked role of middle managers in organizations. They discuss the challenges faced by middle managers, including the emotional labor they perform, the invisible work that goe...

Connecting Operations and HR for the Frontline Workforce Host:  Steve Boese Guest:  Chris Kuntz , VP of Strategic Operations at  Augmentir   Summary In this conversation, Steve Boese engages with Chris Kuntz to discuss the critical role of AI in empowering frontline workers in manufacturing. They explore how Augmentir is addressing the needs of deskless workers, the importance...

Polymorphism at Work: A Radical New Way to Think About Organizations Hosts:  Mervyn Dinnen Guest:  Perry Timms , Chief Energy Officer and Founder: People & Transformational HR Ltd   Summary In this episode of the  HR Means Business  podcast, host Mervyn Dinnen interviews Perry Timms, a thought leader in HR, about the concept of polymorphic organizations. Timms explains...

The Manager Method: Practical Strategies to Lead with Empathy and Confidence Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guest:  Ashley Herd , Former Head of HR, Podcast Host and Author   Summary In this episode of the  At Work in America  show, Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Ashley Herd, a former head of HR, podcast host, and author, to discuss the critical role...

Improving Employee Engagement and Retention Through Analytics Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guest:  Curtis Forbes , Founder & CEO at  MustardHub   Summary In this episode of the  At Work in America  show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Curtis Forbes, founder and CEO of MustardHub, to discuss the critical issues of employee retention an...

Enhancing Human Experience in the Digital Workplace Hosts:  Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Martin Jackson, Future Experiences and Innovation Manager at Insights   Summary In this episode of the  HR Means Business  podcast, host Mervyn Dinnon discusses the evolving landscape of HR technology with Martin Jackson, the Future Experiences and Innovation Manager at Insights. They explore how t...

2025 in Review: The Conversations Shaping Work in 2026 Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guests:  Mervyn Dinnen ,  Jack McFarlane , &  Nick Schlemmer   Summary In this episode of the  HR Happy Hour Show , hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed reflect on the past year and discuss their plans for 2026. They highlight the show's global reach, with listeners...

2026: The Year of Ultimate Business Efficiency Hosts:  Jack McFarlane  &  Nick Schlemmer   Summary In this episode of  The Play by Play , Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer discuss the transformative impact of AI on business efficiency as they enter 2026. They explore the financial implications of AI adoption, the role of Gen Z in integrating AI into workplaces, and how...

Smart HR Solutions for Today’s Business Leadership Challenges Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guest:  Alison Stevens , Senior Director of HR Solutions,  Paychex   Summary In this episode of the  At Work in America  show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Alison Stevens from Paychex to unpack insights from the 2026  Business Leader Prioriti...

AI and Cultural Values: A Unique Blend Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guest:  Kamwin Story , Senior Manager, System Support at Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma   Summary In this episode of the  HR Happy Hour  show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed speak with Kamwin Story from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. The conversation explores the transformative impact of...

Human-Centered Development in a Data-Driven World Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guest:  Matthew Daniel , Senior Principal, Talent Strategy at Guild   Summary In this episode of the  At Work in America  show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed speak with Matthew Daniel from Guild to discuss the evolving landscape of learning and development in the workplace...

2025 Year in Review Hosts:  Jack McFarlane  &  Nick Schlemmer Guest:  Carleigh McFarlane   Summary In this episode of  The Play by Play , Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer reflect on the significant events of 2025, covering top news stories, political highlights, sports achievements, and the most streamed music and movies. They discuss the impact of AI technology...

Who’s Really Moving the Needle? How Recognition Data Reveals Hidden Talent Hosts:  Steve Boese  and  Trish Steed Guest:  Kevin Heinzelman , SVP of Product Management at  Workhuman   Summary In this episode of the  HR Happy Hour  show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed engage with Kevin Heinzelman from Workhuman to discuss the significance of recognition in t...

Translating Employee Data into Impact Hosts:  Mervyn Dinnen Guest:  Kinsey Li , HR and People Analytics Leader   Summary In this episode of the  HR Means Business  podcast, host Mervyn Dinnen interviews Kinsey Li, an HR and People Analytics leader. They discuss the evolution of people analytics from basic HR reporting to a strategic business tool, the impact of AI, and the...