HR Happy Hour Network

Creating a Dynamic Workforce: Innovating Employment, Growth, and Transitions Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Abigail Britnell, European Account Manager at Top Employers Institute In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Abigail Britnell from global certification consultancy Top Employers Institute about their latest research on how to create, develop and retain a dynamic workforce. During the conversatio...

Unlocking Connection: The Power of Thoughtful Questions in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Topaz Adizes, Founder of The Skin Deep Today, we met with Topaz Adizes from The Skin Deep to discuss the significance of asking thoughtful questions to build better workplace relationships. They emphasized the importance of creating a safe space for HR conversations and encouraged vulne...

Unpacking the Insights: A Deep Dive into Qualtrics X4  Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talk about key insights from Qualtrics X4: The Experience Management Summit in Salt Lake City, UT. - AI, customer satisfaction, and feedback in the organization - AI's role in improving customer experience - Data-driven decision maki...

European Talent Trends Every HR Leader Should Know Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Rhea Moss & Eric Gelle, iCIMS  In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Rhea Moss and Eric Gelle from Talent Acquisition technology providers, iCIMS, about their latest workforce insights research focused on the European talent market. During the conversation they analyse key findings: More women are applying for roles in...

Using AI and Skills Technology to Empower Business Leaders Host: Steve Boese Guest: Yvette Cameron, Senior Vice President, Global Product Strategy, Oracle Cloud HCM Today, we have Yvette Cameron on the show to discuss the current state of AI in HR, emphasizing the need for bold adoption and rapid integration into enterprise software. - AI adoption in HR, governance concerns, and innovation - Impor...

Harnessing AI to Transform the Job Search and Recruitment Process Host: Trish Steed Guest: Fred Goff, Co-Founder & CEO of Jobcase Today, Trish sat down with Fred Goff of Jobcase to talk about the potential of AI to transform job search and recruitment processes. - Harnessing AI for job search and recruitment - Empowering workers through AI and community - Overcoming barriers for marginalized group...

Prioritizing Employee Experience for Frontline Workers Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: John Hadeed, US Vice President, People & Culture at Primark Today, we met with John Hadeed from Primark to talk about the importance of the employee experience for frontline workers. We look at the dynamic retail landscape, focusing on Primark's strategic growth plans and innovative HR strategies, and ex...

The Play by Play - Cryptocurrency Basics with a Digital Assets Trader Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer Guest: Collin Kanyuck, Digital Asset Execution Service Analyst This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talked with Collin Kanyuck about cryptocurrency investing and trading and what you need to know to get started. - What is cryptocurrency? - Buying and mini...

Vulnerability, Leadership, and Trust in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish Steed Guest: Pat Wadors, Chief People Officer, UKG Today, we spoke with Pat Wadors of UKG about the importance of vulnerability and trust in the workplace. Some of the topics we discussed are: - Building trust in organizations through vulnerability and accountability - Neurodiversity, accommodations, and psychological...

Overcoming the Roadblocks to a Better Employee Experience Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Kate Featherstone, Product Manager at MHR In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Kate Featherstone, Product Manager at HR Software specialists MHR, about their latest research into improving employee experience. During the conversation they discuss: Why employee experience is so importantBest ways to find out how...

Inclusion Crusade 18 - Enhancing Workplace Bereavement Policies: Incorporating Pet Loss Support Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Erika Sinner, CEO of Directorie  Welcome back to the Inclusion Crusade, where I am on a mission to create workplaces where employees feel safe, seen and supported. One episode at a time. This week I sat down with Erika Sinner, CEO of Directorie. Erika is on a mission to champio...

Dare to be Naive: Harnessing the Good in Business and People Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Joshua Berry, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Econic and Author of Dare to Be Naive Today, we met with author Joshua Berry to talk about his new book, Dare to be Naive and its impact on people and the workplace. We explored the intricate dynamics of workplace culture and personal growth, lookin...

Understanding Employee Experience and the Moments that Matter Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Nicky Hoyland, CEO and Co-Founder of Huler In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Nicky Hoyland, CEO and Co-Founder of Employee Experience platform Huler, about the increasing focus on retention, engagement and experience. During the conversation they discuss: The growing focus on Employee Experience and Emplo...

Strategies for Reducing Employee Burnout and Supporting Mental Well-being Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish Steed Guest: Dr. Belinda Carrasco, Clinical Director, Koa Health  Today, we spoke with Dr. Belinda Carrasco from Koa Health about how work-related stress leads to burnout and how to prevent it. We discussed how to foster a postitive work environment by training leaders who demonstrate empathy, compa...

Overcoming Addiction and Supporting Others in Their Healing Journey Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Bryan Wempen, Author, F**K My Demons Today, we met with author Bryan Wempen to talk about addiction, mental health, and self-exploration. In this episode, we explored Bryan's transformative experience of overcoming addiction and the profound impact it had on both personal and professional gr...

Learning and Recruiting Trends for 2024 from LinkedIn Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Liam Walsh, Senior Director of Talent Strategic Initiatives, LinkedIn Today, we met with Liam Walsh of LinkedIn to talk about how the landscape of recruiting and learning is changing. In this episode, we explore the evolution of skills-based hiring, emphasizing the crucial role of agility in today's workp...

HR’s Role in the Reinvention of Work Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Dr. Kelly Monahan, Managing Director of the Upwork Research Institute In this episode Mervyn talks to Kelly Monahan, Managing Director of the Upwork Research Institute, about their latest research on the reinvention of work and the roles that Generative AI, taskification and job disruption will play in reshaping the future talent mark...

2024 Oscars Preview and Predictions Show Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Patrick Boese, Film Student at Boston University & Content Creator The 2024 Academy Awards are just around the corner and we can't wait to see who will take home the top awards. On this episode, we break down all the nominees and give our expert predictions on who will win big. From Best Picture to Best Original Song,...

Inclusion Crusade 17 - Equity in Action: Affirmative Strategies, Self-Care, and Workplace Leadership Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Charlie Pleasant, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Founder/Executive clinician of The Healing Collaborative Welcome back to the Inclusion Crusade, where I am on a mission to create workplaces where employees feel safe, seen and supported. One episode at a time. This week...

Unlocking Potential: Navigating Autism in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Keith Wargo, CEO of Autism Speaks Today, we met with Keith Wargo of Autism Speaks to explore how to foster neurodiversity in the workplace. In this episode, we look at the dynamic landscape of autism in the workplace, shedding light on Autism Speaks' mission and the myriad employment opportunities for i...

Unlocking Potential: Navigating Autism in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Keith Wargo, CEO of Autism Speaks Today, we met with Keith Wargo of Autism Speaks to explore how to foster neurodiversity in the workplace. In this episode, we look at the dynamic landscape of autism in the workplace, shedding light on Autism Speaks' mission and the myriad employment opportunities for i...

Atmospheric Rivers, The New World of VR, and Super Bowl Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer have a lot to cover! In this podcast episode, they chat about how atmospheric rivers are messing with the world's water supply, and look at how Apple's hot new VR system is performing, breaking down the cool features and chatting ab...

Workplace Mental Health Trends and Insights for HR Leaders Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish Steed Guest: Melissa Frieswick, President of Koa Health Today, we spoke with Melissa Frieswick about about workplace stress and mental health trends for 2024. We talked about the critical aspects of mental health and wellbeing within the workplace, emphasizing the profound impact on the employee as a whole. We exp...

Supporting HR Strategies and Priorities for 2024 Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Kay Phelps, CEO & founder of Consultancy PR in HR In this episode Mervyn talks to Kay Phelps about their latest research on HR priorities for the year ahead in both the US and UK, and the support they need from the HR Technology sector.  They discuss:  - The key findings from PR in HR's 'HR Strategies and Buying Decisions'...

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...