The H.I.T. Podcast

We absolutely LOVE finding business lessons in sports! Sports provide a true meritocracy—an environment where only success is tolerated—which offers incredible principles we can apply to our business teams. In this fascinating episode, Toby sits down with Aron Hyde, a goalkeeper coach with an impressive resume: an MLS Cup, a Gold Cup, two Concacaf Nations League titles, and a trip to the most rece...

In this episode of The HIT Podcast dives into life in the wake of the devastating fires in Southern California. We'll be sharing essential information to help those affected, including: ✔️ Insights from insurance carriers ✔️ Mental health resources ✔️ Federal assistance programs ✔️ Charity organizations and how you can help Join us for this important conversation and please share the episode if yo...

Most of us know about circadian rhythm

"Even the most high intensity roles in jobs, people don't have to sacrifice thriving to be successful and have an impact on what they do."

We’re thrilled to share our 5 favorite moments of 2024 in this special year-end recap! From inspiring conversations to game-changing insights, this highlight reel showcases some of the BEST discussions we’ve had over the past year. A huge THANK YOU to our incredible guests:

Danone Simpson is the founder and CEO of Montage Insurance Solutions, a full-service insurance brokerage firm known for its unparalleled client service and innovative plan designs.

Welcome to Episode 88 of The HIT Podcast!

In this episode, Toby welcomes Susan, Senior Human Resources Manager at RITE AID and Vice President of the Executive Board at PIHRA. With over 25 years of experience in HR (since 1998!), Susan dives into important topics like Workplace Violence Prevention Plans, ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accommodations, and more. Get ready for an insightful discussion packed with practical tips and exp...

⏪✨ As we approach the end of the year, we're rewinding to one of our most popular episodes from last year—Episode 33! For many, this time of year also means unused Flex (FSA) dollars are about to expire

Join us as we chat with Nena Hernandez, HR Manager at Industrial Threaded Products, a top supplier of fasteners and hardware

Al Lewis, known as the 'Quizmeister-In-Chief,' brings his impressive resume to episode 86 of The HIT Podcast! From his time as a Jeopardy! contestant to his roles as an author, radio host, CEO, and more, Al now adds 'guest of The HIT Podcast' to his list of achievements. Tune in as he shares his innovative approach to gamifying health information for employees, empowering smarter consumers, and ha...

On this Way Back Wednesday edition of The HIT Podcast, we spotlight Karen Boublis

This episode features Dr. Wendi Zimmer, a mindset expert and professor at Texas A&M University

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Gil Soares, founder of Empower Men, joins us to discuss the mission behind this transformative community. Empower Men is a free, online wellness platform dedicated to improving the mental health and overall well-being of professional working men. It provides a safe, anonymous space for men to connect over shared goals, industries, interests, and challenges, fostering support and growth. Best of al...

In this episode of The HIT Podcast, we’re diving into an exciting solution for your executives and leadership teams with Rachel Rutherford from ArmadaCare. Give us 15 minutes ⏰ and discover how to offer a perk that goes beyond the usual paycheck.

Bradley Jarryd, founder of Empower Men, joins us to discuss the mission behind this transformative community. Empower Men is a free, online wellness platform dedicated to improving the mental health and overall well-being of professional working men. It provides a safe, anonymous space for men to connect over shared goals, industries, interests, and challenges, fostering support and growth. Best o...

Kirk Czonstka, SVP of Strategic Alliances at Garner Health, joined us for part 2 of our conversation, where we discuss how rare it is to find a solution that saves employees money on their health care while also reducing plan spend for employers. Typically, those two goals don't align. Catch the first half of this insightful conversation with Kirk, available now. About the Show: The H.I.T. Podcast...

The health plan services offered by Excel enable employers to adopt self-funded, employer-owned health plans that provide superior benefits while appropriately managing costs. Excel Health Plans is not licensed to sell insurance and is not an insurance company. About the Show: The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and info...

We're diving into the intersection of transparency laws in healthcare and the power of AI to analyze and act on all that data. Garner is a game-changing search tool that helps employees evaluate provider performance before selecting a doctor for any medical procedure. What’s really striking is the huge price variation for common services within the same geography. For example, we take a look at th...

"AI, I think, is scary but it's good. AI is definitely here to stay. So I think from a practitioner standpoint, it's just good to dive in and learn to navigate it." ~ Nicholas Lodge on the impact of AI. About the Show: The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed s...

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On this Way Back Wednesday of The HIT Podcast, Stacey BrooksClark shares insights from her 18+ years of experience as a strategic human resources leader, specializing in talent management, employee relations, and labor law compliance. With a master’s degree in human resources management and a project management certification, Stacey has successfully led HR functions across diverse industries, incl...

In this episode of The HIT Podcast, I’m joined by Michael Patton, President and Founder of Excel Health Plans, to explore innovative strategies for saving on healthcare costs without narrowing provider networks or reducing plan quality. Mike shares insights into how Excel Health Plans is tackling the challenge of offering robust, cost-effective plans while keeping provider options open. About the...

"I am a play instigator. It's all about bringing out your inner-child and showing how play and work go together." ~ Rona Lewis About the Show: The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed specifically for the Human Resources professional, business person, and compa...