The HR Lady, Podcast

Join Wendy Sellers and JC as they shed light on an old-school mentality that still persistently influences hiring decisions: the necessity of having a college degree. This episode explores the phenomenon known as the 'paper ceiling', where employers continuously overlook the potential of individuals without a degree; in fact, about 40% of individuals who gain skills through alternative routes are...

We discuss "4 Ways to Leverage Adversity for a Competitive Advantage" with Steve Gavatorta. Steve provides Customized Learning & Development Solutions and is a Speaker/Trainer/Coach/Author of In Defense of Adversity. This topic is essential because a leader who can incorporate these four foundational pillars (listed below) will create a competitive advantage for their organization and a cultur...

Wendy Sellers announces the release of resources geared towards enhancing company culture and effective leadership. The 'HR Lady' reveals valuable tools in the form of e-books, audiobooks, and a free booklet. She introduces her free booklet, 'The Five Pillars of Company Culture,' newly republished and available for download on www.thehrlady.com , offering insightful advice on upholding company cul...

Professor Amy Keeley, an accomplished professor with an extensive background in the HR industry, joins Wendy.  With her strong passion for business, marketing, and profound knowledge from years of HR management, Professor Keeley provides a unique lens to approach our conversation. She offers invaluable advice for managers seeking to amplify the confidence levels of their teammates, accentuating th...

Expert Insights with Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady®. One of the key elements I've found crucial in HR success is fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity within the workplace. It's not just about ticking boxes; it's about creating an environment where everyone feels valued and heard. Additionally, staying up-to-date with the latest HR trends and technologies is essential. However, perhaps the...

Wendy Sellers and JC engage Richard Blank, CEO of a Costa Rican call center, in an enlightening discussion on call center culture, attrition, and the pivotal role of gamification. Richard shares how he stumbled upon an opportunity to work in a friend's center in Costa Rica and subsequently fell in love with not just the place but also its culture and people. Richard discusses the challenging aspec...

Welcome back to a fresh episode of our podcast featuring our conversation with esteemed guest, Tony Chatman. Tony is a dynamic personality in the realm of workplace culture, renowned for his unique insights and substantial expertise. In our engaging discussion, we delve into his journey from being a chemical engineer to becoming a sought-after corporate relationship expert and author, sharing his...

Welcome to the insightful discussion with Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady, and her co-host JC, as they dive deep into entrepreneurship and business management with their navigator, Jessica Millhiser, a celebrated operations, processes & procedures consultant, hiring strategist, and speaker. This episode brings together diverse minds with a shared goal: to support business owners in their entreprene...

Podcast interview with Drew Donaldson Founder, CEO, & Small Business Advocate @ Gro•Haus https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewrdonaldson/   Tune in now to hear Drew & Wendy discuss coaching. #thehrlady

In this thought-provoking episode, Wendy Sellers and JC, our hosts, engage in a frank discussion with Rae, a young millennial worker (borderline Gen Z)and digital advertising expert. This conversation explores the changing expectations and aspirations of millennials within their work environment. It highlights the influence of world events, online dialogues and personal experiences on these evolvi...

Embark on an enlightening journey into the world of leadership with The HR Lady® Podcast. This podcast not only equips you with strategic tools to master employee attraction, but also transforms your perspective towards becoming an employer of choice. Our approach is direct, unfiltered, and conducive, designed to overhaul your company's culture. We dive deep into robust discussions, unpacking real...

We speak with Titus Walker, CEO and founder of Ultimate Endgamers League (UEL), a rapidly expanding esports platform for professional gamers. The challenge of attracting and actually retaining staff continues in 2024. Advice: focus on what the employee's passion and goals are, then help them attain it and watch retention soar! Website:  www. UELEsports.com

Employees and candidates still have many options in 2024, even if the quit rate slowed. There are many job openings with hard to find skills, including a positive attitude. We chat with Lindsay Stanton, President or Digi-Me and discuss attracting candidates and retaining employees - a strategy is required before the job ad goes live! Candidates have some work to do as well. Her company helps solve...

Today, we chat with Dan Purvis, CEO & Founder at Velentium, a Technology Expert  and Entrepreneur who designs and develops Medical Devices. Dan is also the Author of "28 Days to Save The World". About the book: In 2020, engineering firm Velentium faced an unprecedented ask: partner with a small medical device company and a very large vehicle manufacturer to increase emergency ventilator produc...

Employee Retention: What Employees Want in 2024 (part 2). Wendy chats with Ammie Michaels, 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘏𝘙 𝘚𝘶𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘰 and HR consultant. We discuss employee retention, what makes people stay (or leave) companies, and the new FLSA Independent Contractor rule effective March 11, 2024. Connect with Ammie https://www.linkedin.com/in/ammiemichaels and https://www.wolfpackhr.com/.

Employee Retention: What Employees Want in 2024 (part 1). Wendy chats with Ammie Michaels, 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘏𝘙 𝘚𝘶𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘰 and HR consultant. We discuss employee retention, what makes people stay (or leave) companies, and the new FLSA Independent Contractor rule effective March 11, 2024. Connect with Ammie https://www.linkedin.com/in/ammiemichaels and https://www.wolfpackhr.com/.  

Wendy Sellers speaks urgently about the shifting laws regarding independent contractors. This change is set to take full effect in March 2024, replacing the existing rules established in 2021. This mandate prompts employers to pay close attention to their current contractors on their "payroll" or "books". Violating these new laws, either deliberate or accidental, could lead to serious penalties su...

Hear from Melissa Simmons here, who is an Experienced COO and Executive Coach and the founder of Luminology, an executive leadership program centered on introspective coaching and strategic planning. In this oidcast, we discuss the philosophy is curiosity. Get more info at her website https://www.luminology.co/ #thehrlady #curiosity #introspective

Listen to Vanessa Broers here, who is a Transformational Speaker,  Author, and Coach who is known as a “Culture Shaman". She works in depth with companies to shift their culture to one that honors the human experience in service of human performance. Learn more at her website https://www.vanessabroerscoaching.com/ #thehrlady #podcast #culture  

On March 11, 2024, the 2021 Independent Contractor Rule ends, and the FLSA Rules Change, making it more challenging to classify individuals as contractors. The official website and "final rule" information can be found at this website https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/01/10/2024-00067/employee-or-independent-contractor-classification-under-the-fair-labor-standards-act The Department o...

In this adult language podcast, Wendy and JC discuss a few lawsuits brought on by the EEOC and how to avoid being on this list in 2024 and beyond. Crappy leaders lose in the end! #thehrlady GOqt62xepMhHcMpUiyEd

JC and Wendy discuss how health insurance in the USA is hard to provide for small businesses and how to work around a health plan and still help your employees with mental and physical healthcare.

Return to Work Mandates Don’t Work! Now what? Want high employee retention? Want happy, engaged, and productive employees? Tune in to hear from Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady®, about wages, benefits, career development, and manager training.

The one thing we can surely say the world has a common denominator is the challenges with Employee Retention. We spoke with a Global Director of Human Resources, Rebecca Viera Cox on this topic.  

Workplace stress has an impact on mental health. A quarter of employees experienced burnout symptoms in a survey of 15,000 workers from 15 countries. In this episode, JC and Wendy chat with Jordana Levine - Nutritionist, Intuitive Guide, and Energy Healer - about dealing with overwhelm, anxiety, and burnout.