HRchat Podcast

In this HRchat we talk about employee benefits and the dangers of burnout. Our guest today is Karen Mangia , VP of Customer and Market Insights at Salesforce. She is a TEDx Speaker and best-selling author, now publishing her latest book, Success From Anywhere , detailing the shifting landscape of working from home and what that means for the success of your business. Incredible figures have endors...

There were 11.3 million job openings in the US at the end of January 2022 – a number that has been surging as an unprecedented proportion of employees leave their companies. The Great Resignation is being driven by a range of factors – from greater labor mobility to rapidly shifting employee demands. This means companies have to be capable of hiring the right employees quickly and at scale through...

In this episode, Bill Banham talks with Norm Smallwood , a recognized authority in developing businesses and their leaders to deliver results and increase value. In 2000, Norm co-founded The RBL Group , an advisory firm to the world's top HR leaders, with Dave Ulrich. His current work relates to increasing business value by building “outside-in” organizational, leadership, and people capabili...

During the Great Resignation, many recruiters are looking for refreshing ways to find new talent. In technology, a field that requires candidates of such particular and refined expertise, the challenge is even more nuanced.  Our guest today is Lauren Waters , Talent Experience Manager, Americas at  Xero , accounting software that provides tools for small businesses, accountants, and bookkeepers. ...

In today's HRchat episode, Bill is joined by Leigh Mitchell. Leigh has successfully built a career as a diversity-driven Recruiter & Marketer, Brand Consultant, Diversity & Inclusion Trainer, and Talent Strategist, as well as a Marketing Professor at the University of Guelph Humber. Leigh is committed to equality and belonging in workplaces and founded Bee Happy HR & Marketing Co....

Professional goals can be very impactful, especially for managers and business owners. In this episode of the HRchat show, we consider actionable goals that can be incorporated into a company’s culture and daily operations. Listen too, as we talk about the latest priorities and requirements in the world of employee benefits. Our guest in episode 429 is Becky Seefeldt , VP of Strategy for Benefit R...

In this episode, we hear from Cole Evans , Marketing Officer at Workzinga , a job search and hiring platform emphasizing company culture fit. Prior to his role at Workzinga, Cole raised money for non-profits, managed multiple teams, made many payrolls, secured investments, started multiple businesses - growing to $1.5m in 3 years. Cole has also started a New & Noteworthy podcast on iTunes, pro...

In this episode, we consider how CHROs and HR leaders can keep their people engaged and growing in a post-pandemic workplace. Our guest this time is Whitney Johnson , CEO of human capital consultancy Disruption Advisors . Whitney and her team are experts at helping people grow their people - to grow their organization. Whitney is the award-winning author of Disrupt Yourself , a keynote speaker, an...

In this HRchat we consider why the time for leadership coaching is now.  Bill's guest this time is Christine Tao , co-founder & CEO at Sounding Board , a fast-growing scalable leadership development platform, combining technology and coaches to drive business impact for global enterprises.   Christine's rapid career growth in Silicon Valley at Google and various startups inspired her...

In this HRchat episode, we'll talk about ways to switch your company's focus to attract candidates in the right places and with better online strategies. We'll also consider findings that suggest that, while salaries remain a key consideration during a time of high inflation and soaring prices, employee wellness remains front and center for many HR leaders. Our guest this time is Ge...

Following two years of the pandemic and now a war in Ukraine, overwhelming feelings of distress have many people worrying about what’s next. Doomscrolling through social media feeds without pause has become a compulsive and comforting ritual for many. As many of us in the US, Canada, and elsewhere return to the office and resume 'business as usual', leaders need to be attuned to how thei...

In this episode, we'll be talking about multiple generations in the workforce. Our guest is Lindsey Pollak , a New York Times bestselling author and a leading career and workplace expert. Her latest book is a response to the Covid crisis: " Recalculating: Navigate Your Career Through the Changing World of Work ," published by HarperCollins, is available now. Lindsey was shortlisted...

It's day 3 of the SHRM Talent Conference & Expo happening both virtually and in-person in Aurora, Colorado.  Attracting and retaining staff continues to be a key priority for most attendees, as nearly half (49%) of U.S. workers are actively searching for a new job right now, or plan to do so over the next few months.  Talent professionals at the event  are leveraging new tech and sharing...

 In HRchat episode 421, we chat about why you should consider a career in HR and ways you can rise to become a successful and strategic HR leader. Bill's guest is Andrew Bartlow . Andrew is co-author of Scaling for Success: People Priorities for High Growth Organizations and leads Series B Consulting , which helps businesses to articulate their people strategy and accelerate their growth whil...

In HRchat episode 420, we focus on employment law, ways to save time and effort researching regulatory changes, and resources for hot topics such as DEI. Bill Banham is joined by Chris Ceplenski , Senior Content Manager, and Susan Brodeur , Director, Partnership Solutions at BLR . Questions Include:  Can you explain the traditional time investments and obstacles faced by HR teams when researching...

Attracting and retaining your employees has never been as tough as it is right now. Workforce shortages resulting from Covid and the Great Resignation have impacted operations at companies, large and small, across the globe. From April 10th through to April 13th, the SHRM Talent Conference and Expo will bring HR pros and leaders together to strategize and demonstrate new ways to compete in a very...

Our guest this time is Dr. Tyrone Smith Jr. , Global Head of People Analytics & Insights at Udemy. Tyrone is responsible for designing and scaling Udemy's first-ever People Analytics function from the ground up. He leads the Global people data and talent management strategy development while partnering with business leaders to drive strategic initiatives to include but not limited to empl...

In this HRchat episode, we delve into the psychology of hiring. Listen as Bill's guest offers an analysis of company culture fit and its positive impact on employees - such as levels of productivity or creativity Our guest today is Margarida Rafael . Margarida is originally from Lisbon, Portugal. She moved to Chicago to get her masters and doctorate degrees in clinical psychology. Her clinica...

When it comes to achieving your HR and business goals, there are lots of things that can stand in the way. Inefficient processes, piles of paperwork, unreliable partners; when you’re bogged down in chaos -  it’s easy to lose sight of your goals. Bill's guest today says he and his team are breaking down those barriers by building the tools and solutions that empower organizations to see goals...

If you want to keep your best people, the chances are you need to demonstrate that you're investing in their professional development. That's no easy feat in a world that's moving at rapid rates to part or fully remote in a post-pandemic world of work! In this HRchat episode, we hear from Yannis Niebelschütz , Founder & Managing Director at CoachHub , a global talent development...

Businesses across the US, Canada, UK, and elsewhere are scrambling to increase their workforce as they face historic labor shortages.  As employees' attitudes have changed as a result of the pandemic, they're looking for opportunities that provide more flexibility and value. And because the choice remains firmly with the candidate, this means companies have to change their rewards struct...

In this HRchat episode, we consider some ways that HR is falling short in addressing racial equity issues in the workplace and the changing the focus of healthcare in America from sickness to wellness. We also preview the NAAAHR Conference happening in May. Bill's guest this time is A.J. Ali , Founder & CEO at L.O.V.E. Is The Answer , a 2022 Joseph R. Biden Presidential Lifetime Achieveme...

In this episode, Bill Banham talks with Michael G. Cox, Managing Director & Founder at Zag Worx, LLC Michael is a Texas-born and raised recruiter with over 20 years of recruiting experience and several years of IT sales experience. He works with Sales Leadership Executives who are tasked with delivering on a number every single year. He helps them field the best possible teams and get to the l...

Companies lose 100s of billions of dollars in the US, Canada, and elsewhere each year due to disengaged employees, decreased productivity, higher attrition rates, and their negative effect on workplace culture. Generally, when people feel like they have fulfillment in life they show up stronger at work. In this HRchat episode, we look into ways to develop strong company cultures and an even strong...

In this special cross-over episode, Bill Banham welcomes Chris Bjorling back to the HRchat pod to share his thoughts on ways the Russian invasion of Ukraine will impact the labor market and workforce planning efforts in the US and Canada over the next 3-6 months. Listen as Chris shares his thoughts on: Stock market volatility and a possible new reluctance of companies in North America to invest in...