HR Happy Hour Network

Will AI Help to Reduce Employee Burnout, or to Increase it? Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest:Gabriela Burlacu, Senior Manager at Upwork Research Institute In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Gabby Burlacu about Upwork's latest research into the impact that AI tools may have on productivity and employee burnout.  During the conversation they discuss :  How AI is being deployed in organisations, an...

The Menopause Revolution in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Joanna Strober, CEO & Founder, Midi Health Today, we met with Joanna Strober of Midi Health to talk about a new revolution in the workplace - menopause care! We chat about the transformative impact of menopause on the workplace, exploring expert insights on hormone imbalance and its implications for both employees an...

AI in HR Tech: The Latest from Workday Rising Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Kathy Pham, Vice President, Artificial Intelligence, Workday & Dave Wachtel, General Manager, Talent Products, Workday Today we are with Kathy Pham and Dave Wachtel at Workday Rising in Las Vegas, recording on the beautiful Workday Forever Foward Tour Bus. We are talking about the integration of AI in HR, emphas...

HR Tech 2024: Exploring Major Themes in AI and HR Technology Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Mervyn Dinnen, Principal Analyst of Two Heads Consulting and Host of HR Means Business  Today, Steve and Trish were at the 2024 HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas. They met with Mervyn Dinnen to catch up on current trends and topics that are top of mind. - Impact of AI on Retention and Recruitm...

The 'Quest' to Revolutionize HR Tech Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Hubert Winter, Senior Director at Quest Diagnostics Today we are continuing our conversations from Oracle CloudWorld in Las Vegas. Steve and Trish met with Hubert Winter to talk about their HR journey with Oracle Cloud HCM. - HR technology journey at Quest Diagnostics - Scheduling challenges and how to overcome them - Emp...

Beyond the Classroom: Real World Experience and Football Predictions Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer met up to talk about life outside of the classroom walls.  - Internships and Their Impact on Post-Graduation Opportunities - Internship Experiences and Requirements - Industries and Companies with High Internship Rates...

Transforming Healthcare with Innovative HR technology Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Elina Petrillo, VP, Head of HR Technology at Northwell Health Today, Steve and Trish are at Oracle CloudWorld in Las Vegas. They spoke with Elina Petrillo about transforming HR processes in healthcare with AI. - Northwell Health's Digital Transformation Journey - Challenges and Successes During the Pandem...

Engaging and Retaining the Gen Z Workforce Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Danielle Farage, Gen Z Talent Strategist, Speaker, and Content Creator In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Danielle Farage, leading Gen Z and Future of Work writer, researcher and influencer. During the conversation they talk about changing generational attitudes to work and employment, importance of skill development an...

Evaluating and Adopting Innovative HR Technology Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Don Weinstein, Strategic advisor, Venture investor and Corporate board member Today, Steve and Trish met with Don Weinstein to discuss innovations in HR technology and the importance of AI, particularly in recruiting, learning, and help desk management. - The importance of AI in HR - Current state of HR techn...

Workplace Movie Hall of Fame: America's Sweethearts Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Today, Steve and Trish discuss the Netflix documentary "America's Sweethearts: The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders," which explores the high-pressure, low-compensation world of professional cheerleading. The documentary reveals the rigorous recruitment process, where cheerleaders must reapply annually and face stringe...

Managing and Engaging a Multi-Generational and Multi-Skilled Workforce Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Catherine Hambleton-Gray, People Director at Eurocell PLC In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Catherine Hambleton-Gray, People Director at Eurocell PLC, a FTSE100 listed company in the construction and building supplies sector. During the conversation they talk about Catherine’s experiences of...

Innovating Mental Health Care through Human Connection Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Rett Kearbey, CEO & Co-Founder of Sholder; Austin Baker, President of HRO Partners Today, Steve and Trish met with Rett and Austin to talk about modern mental health care for today's workplace. - Founding a mental health startup to provide affordable support through compassionate care - Mental health ba...

Creating Stronger Communities through Faith-based Leadership Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Dave Schunk, President & CEO of Volunteers of America Colorado Today, Steve and Trish met with Dave Schunk from Volunteers of America Colorado about faith-based leadership in the modern workplace. - Career transition from private sector to nonprofit - Career development, relationships, and financia...

Embracing Total Talent Thinking Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Matt Alder, Talent Acquisition Futurist, Podcast Host and Co-author In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Talent Acquisition Futurist, Podcast Host and co-author Matt Alder about the emerging trends in hiring and retention. During the conversation they cover: The emergence of skills-based hiring and why it is so importantTotal Talent Thin...

Fairways to Future Business and Election Insights Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer met up to chat about the use of golf as a platform for networking, team building, and deal-making in the business world. They highlight the physical and social benefits of golf as well. They share their perspectives on the current state o...

Workplace Movie Hall of Fame - Up in the Air Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Today, Steve and Trish bring the next episode of the Workplace Movie Hall of Fame series. This week, they explore the workplace issues and themes within the movie, Up in the Air. - Achieving work/life balance - Corporate layoffs and the impact on employees and HR professionals - Work travel policies - Workplace culture a...

Supporting Working Parents: The Impact of Childcare Benefits Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Jessica Harrah, Chief People Officer, KinderCare Today, Steve and Trish met with Jessica Harrah from KinderCare Learning Companies to talk about the latest data from their Parent Confidence Index survey - Childcare challenges for working parents in the US, including access, affordability, and quali...

People - The Heart of the Supply Chain Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Maria Villablanca, Founder of Villablanca Consulting and Host of Transform Talks Today, Steve and Trish sat down with Maria Villablanca to talk about the significance of supply chain management on the workplace and everyday life. - Supply chain complexity, demand, and delivery with a focus on people issues - Supply cha...

Battling Burnout: HR Strategies for Employee Well-Being Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Colin Minto, HR & TA leader In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Colin Minto, an experienced HR and TA leader, about his own experience of burnout and how he has been able to use this to advise, help and support HR & TA professionals to address their own and their teams’ wellbeing, and to be aware of the signs of...

HR Legends on the Evolution of Work and Technology Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Meg Bear, Don Weinstein, Cecile Alper-Leroux, Gretchen Alarcon, Mike Carden, Lisa Sterling Today, Steve and Trish brought the HR Tech Legends to the show to talk about the evolution of work and technology over the last 15 years.  - Disruptive technology in HR, including cloud adoption and generational shift...

15 Years of Conversations: Celebrating with the HR Happy Hour Show OG's Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Lance Haun, Lois Melbourne, Robin Schooling, and Lisa Rosendahl Today, Steve and Trish sat down with four of the original guests of the HR Happy Hour Show! They reflected on their experiences on the show, sharing memories and insights on its impact on their careers and personal lives. T...

Benefits Essentials for the 5 Generation Workforce Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Tom Hammond, Vice President of Strategy, Partnerships and Business Development, Paychex Today, we met with Tom Hammond to talk about comprehensive and diverse benefits solutions for different generations in the workforce. - Benefits and employee engagement - Digitization and the employee experience - Innovat...

Marketing Excellence: Nike's Swoosh Tactics, NBA Playoff Fever, and Fake News Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer met up to cover a variety of fun and engaging topics. Hear their thoughts, opinions, and predictions on today's show. - Nike's marketing strategies, including logo placement and jersey production time - NBA pla...

The Evolution of Creating Better Workplace Experiences Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Nick Holmes, VP of Employee Experience at Avalere Health In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Nick Holmes, VP of Employee Experience at Avalere Health, and recently named one of the 10 most influential thinkers in HR Technology by CIO Business World magazine.  During the conversation they cover: Creating meaningful...

A 15 Year Celebration of the HR Happy Hour Show Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Today, we sat down to take a look back at the last 15 years of the HR Happy Hour Show. Hear the story of how the show began, and the many ways it has evolved through the years. From its humble beginnings as a call-in talk show to becoming a staple podcast in the HR community, we reflect on the pivotal changes and inno...