HR Power Hour

We have an overabundance of ‘leaders’ in our world today. But those who truly stand out are the ones who lead in a way that inspires employees to rally behind the organizational cause.   In this episode, host David Ciullo discussed with author Tim Hebert his book The Intentional Leader, practical advice that provide an essential guide to cultivating an authentic, effective, and sustainable approac...

Companies put significant time and energy into creating and maintaining confidential and proprietary information.   Similarly, companies are aware that investing in employee growth is necessary to maintain happy and healthy employees. What can employers do to protect these valuable assets during the “Great Resignation?   ”In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she speaks w...

Have you recently typed into a search engine, “what are signs of burn-out”? Have you read articles designed to help you identify and combat burnout? Many HR leaders have—whether attempting to identify the symptoms in team members or in themselves. On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez, from Verrill, as she talks with Anush Hansen, Certified Career Counselor, Licensed Professional Co...

Do you feel like your work and personal life are pulling you in opposite directions? Like the more you’re there for one, the less you’re there for the other? After his family was torn apart—twice—former journalist Mark Briggs launched a full-scale investigation into work-life balance. What he discovered was a surprising framework of small, simple changes that can send powerful ripple effects throu...

Can you go ten minutes without checking your email? Do you find yourself picking up your phone and suddenly realizing you’re not sure what you were planning to search for or what app you were going to visit? Does the same thing happen when you’re on a tight deadline? When you have to be productive, but the envelope icon keeps flashing on your screen or your phone keeps pinging? On this episode of...

technology has become essential for HR today. Recruiting, video interviews, mental health, AI, HRIS systems, DE&I implementation, performance management, employee engagement, or just the basics of payroll and benefits management are just a few of the solutions you can purchase in the marketplace today. But how do you determine and get unbiased guidance on selecting what is the best solution fo...

After the murder of George Floyd in the summer of 2020, millions of people around the world entered into a dialogue about race and racism in America. Many leaders and HR professionals don’t know where and how to enter the conversation effectively to have this critical conversation. On today’s episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with bestselling author Eric M. Bailey, President of Bailey Str...

If the last two years impacted your organization financially, you're probably eligible for the Employee Retention Tax Credit, or ERC (even if you've already received other financial assistance). The ERC could infuse tens of thousands (in some cases, hundreds of thousands or over a million dollars) into your organization. For some employers, an ERC is the difference between shutting down...

Over half of the people in the United States are currently insured through employer-sponsored health insurance and it is no secret that the premiums for both employers and employees are rising. In this episode of the HR Power Hour, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with bestselling author John Butler his book Health Insurance Sucks, where he delivers new innovative and powerful solutions that you...

We talk a lot about Employee Wellness. Providing robust health insurance policies, competitive financial compensation and 401(k) matches, but attrition is still high—why? May the answer be that true employee wellness can be accomplished through low and moderate-cost benefits? In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez as she speaks with Yair Riemer, CEO of Intoo, a leading career mobilit...

Episode Topic: State and Federal law provide provisions in which an employer must make an accommodation for employees in certain specific situations. Understanding what those situations are, appropriately responding to the requests, and being mindful that the accommodation that the company is providing is not gutting the job duties and responsibilities of the position are all areas where companies...

Episode Topic: The NH Tech Alliance HR Exchange through the law firm Sheehan Phinney asked HR Power Hour host, CMA CEO David Ciullo to speak on the topic of Retaining Top Talent in Turbulent Times. The HR Power Hour is proud to provide this valuable information to its audience. Listen as David discusses current strategies and immediately actionable tips on Recruiting, Engagement, and Compensation....

Show Topic: You have questions about vaccine mandates: federal contractor mandates, OSHA’s 100 plus employee mandate, CMS’s mandate, the current status of the healthcare ETS. The good news is that we have answers. On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she responds to listener questions concerning the most pressing questions that you have about federal vaccine mandates and...

This is love as you've never seen it. This is a love that leans into the hard conversations. A love that is equal parts inclusion and accountability. A love that focuses on solutions rather than dwelling on problems. A love that gets results. On this episode of the HR Power Hour, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with co-founders of Culture + and authors Chris Pitre, and Frank Danna, their bo...

Unfortunately, many corporate environments are toxic and magnify feelings of insecurity. In today’s episode of the HR Power hour, your host CMA’s David Ciullo discussed with author and CFO Melanie Pump her book, Detox, Managing Insecurity in the Workplace. Melanie discusses her personal experience with toxic work environments, bullying bosses and negativity. Listen as we discuss what leaders need...

On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to WeMaax Consulting Founder & CEO Mary Axelsen about CARE Change Framework and the work that WeMaax Consulting does in the Change Leadership arena. From coaching circles to one-on-one leadership development programs on this episode we will discuss how organizations and leaders can bring their leadership team to the next le...

On this week’s episode of HR Power Hour. It’s easy to say that your work environment is inclusive, but what does it take to attract and retain female leaders? Join Tawny as she speaks to April Paradis, HR Specialist at Bank of America about the work that Bank of America is doing to invest in women. April will discuss the work that Bank of America does in focusing on retention and development while...

Having trouble retaining great talent? Dealing with employees walking out the door after the first week? Struggling with your leadership not truly understanding why employees are leaving? In this episode of the HR Power Hour, join host CMA’s David Ciullo discuss with Mark Gonska, Executive Vice President of Dise & Company, Key Strategies for Retaining Talent that include the “4 R’s” in onboard...

On this week’s episode of HR Power Hour. You have questions about vaccine mandates. You’ve listened to episodes in the past and you have questions! The great news is— HR Power Hour Co-host Tawny Alvarz, has answers. You’ve spent months balancing health and safety measures, COVID obligations, how to appropriately account for leave requests and now you’re being asked to add federal, state, and local...

HR professionals have been at the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic. They have been expected to be the expert on the seemly daily changes needed to organizational policies and procedures. On this week’s HR Power Hour episode, CMA’s David Ciullo hosts employment attorney James Reidy, shareholder at the law firm Sheehan. Listen as they provide an upbeat and realistic assessment of the 1 0 Things th...

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Three words that are easy to say (and write), but harder to achieve. Many organizations have a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, but find that the program is not achieving results.  Looking at the program and determining whether the organization has focused on the fundamentals and the foundation of the program is key to a DEI program’s success. In this episo...

We all know who the Jerk at Work is but today, they reach us digitally at home and the stats show it’s creating even more issues of harassment and bullying. On this week’s HR Power Hour episode, CMA’s David Ciullo hosts employment attorney Debra Weiss Ford, Partner at Jackson Lewis. Listen as they discuss and provide practical solutions to the new challenges leaders and HR are facing with digital...

President Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate comes at a time when organizations both small and large are struggling to keep workers safe and healthy while simultaneously attracting and retaining the top talent.  In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Labor and Employment attorney Robert Brooks, partner at Verrill, concerning the President’s recent mandate, who it applie...

A recent survey states that 95% of employers use social networking sites to research job candidates during hiring process. What if you could have an actual Consumer Reporting Agency do it for you and lower your risks? Social Intelligence is just that agency so listen to CMA’s host David Ciullo talk to President Bianca Lager as they discuss why it could be a great option for your organization. 

Where is wellness-at-work going today now that employees are returning to work? On this week’s HR Power Hour episode, CMA’s David Ciullo hosts Heather Waibel, speaker, entrepreneur, and CEO of the company Welnys. Listen as they discuss the challenges leaders are grappling with when it comes to wellness programs today and tips and solutions that make sense going forward.