SHRM All Things Work

Discover how pets can transform your daily work routine, boost team morale, and even make Mondays something to look forward to. Steven Feldman, president of the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), explains the science, shares practical solutions, and answers audience questions on embracing pet-friendly policies and benefits no matter where you work.  Resources from this Week's Episode -...

How do you cope after making it through a layoff? Career strategist Jen Lewi joins us for expert tips, mock-coaching scenarios, and audience questions focused on managing survivor's guilt, staying productive, avoiding burnout, rebuilding team trust, and more. Learn how you can reframe these “new era” changes as a growth opportunity that contributes to your organization’s evolving workforce plannin...

In today’s increasingly polarized world, even a casual mention of politics or differing opinions at work can escalate tensions. Roy Abdo, CEO of Digital Revamp, shares communication and storytelling tips for leading with civility and empathy — like sharing personal narratives, using more thoughtful and inclusive language, and distinguishing between perspective and perception — to help diffuse disa...

What truly drives fair compensation? Nicole Armstrong, CEO of Ellequate, explores the toughest questions around pay equity, revealing real challenges faced by today’s workforce — from the gender pay gap to “occupational segregation.” Get practical tips for tackling difficult compensation conversations, plus actual pay equity ROI success stories and expert HR insight through an audience Q&A. Subscr...

This week: A special episode from SHRM's weekly Honest HR podcast on a topic impacting workers, leaders, and HR alike! The silent threat in today’s workplaces isn’t “quiet quitting,” or people doing the bare minimum in their job. It’s employees who stay but feel stuck, burned out, and are silently disengaging. Jared Pope, a benefits and employment law attorney and the CEO of Work Shield, joins hos...

Feeling lost after an unexpected job loss or handling terminations on the HR side? Employment Attorney James “Jim” Reidy, partner of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green, shares actionable steps for employees to regain control and protect their rights, and guides HR on legal essentials and best practices. Plus, Reidy addresses real HR challenges submitted by our audience in a Q&A.  HR Resources - Employee...

Discover the full potential of your team with 360-degree feedback versus traditional approaches. Executive advisor David S. Cohen, a LinkedIn Top Voice in Culture Change, outlines actionable strategies to activate this multi-dimensional evaluation process. He uses his F.A.S.T. method — Fair, Accurate, Safe, and Trustworthy — to work through various scenarios for HR, people managers, and employees....

Employee retaliation claims can disrupt teams and carry legal risks. Louis Lessig, partner at Brown and Connery, LLP, shares practical steps for HR, people managers, and employees to address claims — spotting red flags, balancing confidentiality with open communication, and navigating resolution strategies. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, an...

Explore the growing challenge of employment lawsuits and how evolving workforce dynamics and compliance needs heighten legal risks for organizations. Discover actionable guidance from Mario Bordogna, partner at Bowles Rice LLP, on avoiding common pitfalls, including poor documentation, vague accommodation requests, and mishandled investigations in a quiz-game style. Find out how you can proactivel...

Creativity isn’t just for artists — it’s a catalyst for innovation and building resilient teams in today’s workplaces. Grammy, Tony, and Emmy-nominated singer/songwriter/actor Josh Groban shares how arts education shaped his leadership and inspired the creation of his Find Your Light Foundation focused on developing well-rounded talent. Learn why fostering creativity boosts problem-solving and ada...

Picture a workplace where every idea is welcome, mistakes are opportunities for growth, and diverse perspectives are genuinely valued. Daniel Shore, Ph. D., a behavioral scientist and cofounder of MultiTeam Solutions, discusses how psychological safety helps build healthy, high-performing teams. Shore also works through a few real-world workplace scenarios where conflicts arise and emotions run hi...

Performance reviews are often met with groans and anxiety, but they don’t have to be a dreaded part of organizational life. Jay Jones and Payten Kirby, leads of talent and employee experience at SHRM, share how employers, managers, and employees can all improve the performance review process together. Learn the importance of building on existing strengths and making thoughtful adjustments to areas...

What qualities make a job truly great? SHRM asked 16,000 workers of different types across 16 countries this exact question in a new report — and now host Anne Sparaco is on the case with Jenny Perez, a member of the SHRM thought leadership team who led the research, to dive deep intothe data: what workers really value, why gaps exist with how they ranked their ownjob, and how employers can close...

The practice of openly sharing compensation information is reshaping workplaces — but implementing it effectively comes with challenges that go beyond compliance. C3 Nonprofit Consulting Group’s Nancy Hibschman, managing principal, and Amanda Wethington, principal, discuss the importance of pay transparency and the shifting societal expectations driving the conversation. Discover how organizations...

Discover how spirituality can impact employee mental wellness, workplace culture, and organizational outcomes. Dr. Keny Felix, a licensed therapist and associate professor of counseling at Liberty University, explores the distinction between spirituality and religion, emphasizing the importance of finding meaning and purpose in the workplace. Learn how spiritual practices — such as mindfulness, gr...

Explore the pressing challenges of overcoming talent shortages, shifting candidate expectations, and emerging technologies in today’s competitive job market. Heidi Barnett, president of talent acquisition at isolved, a human capital management platform, shares actionable insights on how organizations can adapt to these trends. Learn how to apply marketing principles to create compelling job ads, b...

Explore the intricate challenges of managing paid sick leave laws across diverse jurisdictions, plus how those laws affect employee well-being and organizational success. Lauraine Bifulco, CEO of Vantaggio HR, shares actionable strategies to help professionals tackle these complexities. From understanding diverse accrual methodologies to navigating multi-state regulations, dive into how businesses...

How do you rebuild trust and reshape perceptions within a key organizational function? Diane Headley, vice president and chief people officer at the Ford Foundation, shares her journey of revitalizing the HR function to better serve employees and align with organizational goals. Headley discusses the challenges of uniting a newly formed HR leadership team, building trust internally and externally,...

Advancing in your career often comes with significant trade-offs, but how can organizations better support employees in managing these sacrifices? SHRM researcher Sally Windisch, who led the development of a new report on this topic, The Price of Success: Navigating the Trade-Offs That Shape Career Growth, shares actionable HR and leadership strategies for mitigating these challenges. Discover key...

Is your organization ready for the next leadership transition? Succession planning isn’t just about filling roles — it’s about securing your organization’s future in an era of hybrid work models and generational workforce shifts. Bertha Robinson, executive coach and business consultant at coaching solutions firm Star One Professional Services, explores how your organization can effectively prepare...

What happens when strategic goals, leadership, and workplace culture align? Organizations thrive. Heather Haas, CEO of Advisa, a business management consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations create effective teams, leaders, and cultures, shares proven solutions to reconnect your team’s goals with your organization’s purpose. Discover how reboarding — an innovative approach to onboarding —...

Despite making up 70-80% of the global workforce, deskless workers — such as retail associates, healthcare professionals, delivery drivers, and manufacturing staff — face unique challenges that are often overlooked by organizations. Ragan Decker, manager of Enterprise and Executive Network research at SHRM, shares key findings from SHRM and Fidelity Investment’s latest research on this essential p...

Discover how taking a skills-first approach to talent management can help your organization address critical workforce challenges and ensure strong talent pipelines for the future. Tiffany Nicholson, project director of Skills First Future for the SHRM Foundation, shares why prioritizing skills over traditional degrees can unlock access to untapped talent pools, dramatically reduce cost-per-hire,...

As more and more organizations employ workers from other countries, workplace leaders can set these employees up for success by helping them tackle common challenges like cultural barriers, self-doubt, and stereotypes. Solveiga Jaskunas, an international keynote speaker, mentor, and HR consultant, shares her path from overcoming rejection as an immigrant to empowering others through mentorship. Le...

Explore the shifting role of mental health benefits in the workplace and how organizations are stepping up to meet the growing expectations of employees. Join us as Kathryn Mayer, senior specialist of B2C content at SHRM, draws on her deep expertise in benefit trends to unpack how employer mental health support has transformed over the years — from breaking stigmas to adopting holistic approaches...