HR TALK!

Here it is folks! The HR Talk Podcast crew made it to episode 300! To mark this occasion The Face of the Franchise took time out of his busy schedule to make a special appearance. The Face, JC, and Ricky do a quick catch up then discuss work ethic in today’s society and what to do when business leaders give you telecommuting “options.”

JC sits down for a one on one interview with the Company Director and Founder of Kennedy Global HR Solutions, Rachael Nelson, CAHRI, MRCSA, SHRM-CP. They discussed how a recent family discovery influenced a new HR venture and the importance of implementing wellness, self care and passion in the workplace.

Ricky and JC discuss Ricky’s encounter at a local restaurant in St. Augustine, when leaders should influence from the front / back, businesses mandating vaccines, and…. Florida Man drives to Tennessee?

Ricky and JC discuss surviving falling space debris, how the federal stimulus package is “stimulating” a new type of workforce, and…. when should you “tip?”

JC reviews his stay at the Hyatt in Cleveland and their take on customer service. Speaking of customers, are they ALWAYS right? Ricky takes a deep dive into the difficult-to-watch Holiday Inn Express video. Plus: The contractor / employee line continues to blur.

Ricky sits down for a one on one interview with the Executive and Clinical Director of Red Willow Counseling and Recovery, Paige Zuckerman, CMHC. We talked about the importance of mental health awareness in the workplace and the environment leaders need to create for employees to thrive in trying times.

The Space Coast HR conference may be over BUT the HR Talk Podcast crew has an amazing episode in store for you! On the eve of the event (4/20/21) JC, Ricky, and one of the keynote speakers, Jo Schaeffer, were at the Crown Plaza Hotel bar by the beach having a deep conversation about how Learning and Development crosses paths with HR. They discussed how self-reflection can help you see your place i...

Ricky sits down for a one on one interview with the Chief People Officer at The Granite Group, DisruptHRNH & HR Rebooted Co-Founder, Space Coast HR Conference 2021 keynote speaker, and fellow Star Wars fan Tracie Sponenberg. They discuss the HR journey to become a CPO and lessons learned along the way.

Dave the Intern does some digging of previous episodes and surprises Ricky with different clips. They also took a stroll down memory lane of their 2004 adventures in Atlanta for a Metallica concert and a 2009 trip to Salt Lake City to see FSU vs. BYU.

Ricky and JC discuss the union election results at Amazon’s Alabama work site, the importance of leading with empathy and….. HR positions in Antarctica?

Ricky sits down for a one on one interview with author, podcaster, keynote speaker, and business strategist, Jeffrey Shaw. They discuss the road to becoming a business consultant and the power of building relationships with clients. Looking for more information? You can reach Jeffrey at: www.www.jeffreyshaw.com

Ricky and Dave the Intern discuss the return of the cruising industry and setting new employees up for success!

Ricky and JC dissect off the wall current events! Plus... an Easter Horse?

Ricky and Dave discuss fears of getting vaccines and whether or not it should be mandatory.

Ricky and JC review the new SHRM certification program, getting people back to work, and new EEOC training to help HR professionals deal new obstacles in a “post” pandemic work environment.

Ricky sits down for a one on one interview with Labor and Employment attorney, David Miklas. They discuss the new changes in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) and how HR professionals and business leaders need to prepare for them. Looking for more information on Employment and Labor Law? You can reach David at www.miklasemploymentlaw.com

Our “first” official Facebook Live event with Intern Dave and Ricky! They discuss how Dave came to be an “intern” on the show and take a deep dive on what it means to lead with empathy.

Every week the folks of HR Talk have a pre-production meeting. In this meeting they cover discussion topics, up-coming guests, agenda items, etc. The contents of this meeting has never made it on the air, until today. In today’s meeting Intern Dave asked some really good questions about the foundation of the show and where the show is heading. The “record” button was hit and the result is a raw an...

On this special episode of HR Talk Ricky and Intern Dave chime in on JC's interview with employment and labor law attorney Paige Sparks!

JC sits down TikTok sensation and employment and labor law attorney Paige Sparks! They talk about everything from balancing life and law school to coaching HR professionals to ensure they stay out of legal trouble. Plus: Do you know what to do if your employees get into a fight with customers?

Ricky and JC sit down with the amazing Jacqueline Martinez, PHR, SHRM-CP! They discuss the cross of human design into the world of HR and talent acquisition. Plus: Dave the Intern makes his debut!

Our first official Facebook Live session! Ricky and JC dive deep into TikTok-world and discuss customer service, interview questions, and leadership during tremulous times.

Love is in the air! Or is that something else? Ricky and JC have a heart to heart with the current former president of HR Florida State Council, Heather Deyrieux, MSM, SHRMP-SCP, SPHR. They discuss love in the workplace during a pandemic and getting personal with telecommuting employees.