The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast

We're joined by Chris Fields, owner of Résumé Crusade. We talk about résumés good and bad, his involvement with Performance I Create and Code Crew, and Chris tells us visiting a certain musician's estate will more than likely make him pass out. Chris' recommendations: https://twitter.com/jrkuhns https://twitter.com/DaveTheHRCzar How to reach Chris: http://resumecrusade.com/ https://www.linkedin.co...

We're joined by Andi Devers, Human Resources Business Partner and blogger.  We talk about her path to HR from a Biology/Pre-Med degree, the challenges of being an HRBP, and Andi answers the biggest question the HRSocialHour faces, "Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?"  Jon and Wendy also say farewell to the Hostile Work Environment podcast, which you should listen to if you haven't already (hwepodcast....

We're joined by Anthony Paradiso, HR Business Partner and Account Executive with Industrial U.I. Services in the greater New York City area.  We talk about how he landed his job through Craigslist, unconscious bias, and Anthony's volunteering at all levels with SHRM. Anthony's recommendations: https://www.hrdive.com/ https://twitter.com/Eric_B_Meyer How to contact Anthony: https://twitter.com/allt...

We're joined by Baskaran Ambalavanan, Principal Consultant with Hila Solutions in Irvine, CA. We talk blockchain, working globally, and Jon recaps his experience presenting at DC Podfest.  Baskaran's recommendations: https://twitter.com/Josh_Bersin https://twitter.com/jasonaverbook How to reach Baskaran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/baski/ https://twitter.com/baski_LA Be sure to join us the 4th Sun...

In this very special mega sized episode, Jon is joined by previous podcast guests Michael Mullady, Chris Orozco, and Lorena Pabón to talk about the year in pop culture.  We talk about our favorite movies, TV shows, podcasts/music, and events of 2018 that were memorable.  We don't talk much about HR however you're bound to pick up some great recommendations for things you should check out. How to r...

We're joined by Jason Lauritsen, speaker, author, and HR consultant.  We talk about starting in sales, his new book "Unlocking High Performance," and more! Jason's recommendations: https://twitter.com/JohnSumser https://twitter.com/heatherbussing https://twitter.com/Josh_Bersin How to reach Jason: https://jasonlauritsen.com/ As we approach our 50th episode, please let us know about your favorite e...

In this episode of the #HRWonderWomen, Wendy & Anne talk to Aiko Bethea and discuss the challenges not just for Women of Color, but those in the LGBTQ+ community.    Aiko’s recommendations: Cher Jones Avis Jones-Deweever    How to reach Aiko: aiko@rarecoaching.net Instagram: rare_coach   Thanks to  Skill Scout  for their production assistance on this episode.

We're joined by Michael Vandervort, Executive Director of CUE Inc. and host of the "Drive Thru HR" podcast.  We talk about employee and labor relations, how Michael went from being a union representative to corporate, the latest iteration of Drive Thru, and connecting through social media. Michael's recommendations: https://twitter.com/bryanwempen https://www.hrpa.ca/ How to reach Michael: https:/...

We're joined by John Hudson, Regional HR Business Partner with Slalom in Chicago, IL.  We talk about pancakes, running, and John's time working for Oprah Winfrey (yes, that Oprah). John's recommendations: Peak Performance How to contact John: https://twitter.com/johnphudson https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnphudson1/ https://johnphudson.wordpress.com/ This episode is sponsored by Namely.  Namely ser...

We're joined by Mollie Lombardi, co-founder of Aptitude Research Partners.  We talk about how she went from getting a BFA to becoming an HR analyst, how to get people on board with changes coming to HR, and why Mollie started HR Gives Back.  It's our Thanksgiving 2018 episode and couldn't think of a better guest.   Mollie's recommendations: https://laurieruettimann.com/ https://timsackett.com/ htt...

We're joined by Katrina Kibben, CEO and Founder of Three Ears Media.  We talk about recruiting high volume positions, what most employers need to improve on in their recruiting efforts, and how Katrina named her company.  Katrina's recommendations: http://laurieruettimann.com/ https://twitter.com/SourceCon https://mikekim.com/ How to reach Katrina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinakibben/ https:...

It’s easier to tell a story with pictures and video, which is exactly what Elena Valentine is doing with her own organization, SkillScout, to help other businesses tell their story through video to attract and retain employees. Wendy and Anne talk to Elena about her efforts to create a diverse staff and “drink her own champagne.”   Elena’s recommendations:   Brene Brown     You can find Elena onli...

We're joined by Josh Rock, Recruiter & Sourcing Strategist for Fairview Health in St. Cloud, MN. This is our very special hockey episode where Josh talks #HRPuckheads, recruiting challenges for a non-profit organization, and more hockey. Josh's recommendation: HR on Purpose by Steve Browne How to reach Josh: https://twitter.com/JRock96 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshrock/ Be sure to join us the 4...

We're joined by Jillian Caswell, an HR and recruiting pro in Anchorage, AK.  She tells us about the challenges recruiting in Alaska (the "talent puddle" as Jillian calls it), working with her local SHRM chapter, and Jillian shares her love of podcasts. Jillian's recommendations: https://hrjazzy.blog/   https://www.askamanager.org/ How to reach Jillian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jilliancaswell/ h...

We're joined by Joey Price, CEO of Jumpstart HR and host of the "Business, Life, and Coffee" podcast. We talk about the challenges Joey sees with his client base, offers advice to podcasters getting started, and talks Snarky Puppy which freaks Jon out. Joey's recommendations: https://twitter.com/CzarinaofHR  (Janine Truitt) https://twitter.com/MikeHaberman https://twitter.com/Lars How to reach Joe...

We're joined by Jeff Palkowski, a public sector HR Specialist in Madison, WI.  We talk about the differences in working in the private and public sector, Jeff's participation in SHRM advocacy, free range dogs, and how he came up with HR Sushi Bar.  Jon also says farewell to one of his favorite non HR podcasts. Jeff's recommendations (other than Steve Browne): https://twitter.com/LouisLessig http:/...

In this special one on one interview, Jon talks to Sara Potecha, author of "West Point Woman: How Character is Created and Leadership is Learned. Jon and Sara worked together and you'll see why Jon is such a big fan. Sara talks about her experience as one of the first female cadets as the US Military Academy, leadership lessons learned there, and how she applied those skills when entering the civi...

We're joined by Lorena Pabón, an HR Coordinator in the greater Orlando, FL area.  We talk about how she decided to pursue degrees in HR, the biggest surprise she's found as a practitioner, and about the time she told her one of her favorite musicians how much she loved him. Lorena's recommendations: http://www.evilhrlady.org/  (Suzanne Lucas) https://www.bloglovin.com/ How to reach Lorena: https:/...

In the 2nd episode of HRWonderWomen, Wendy & Anne talk with Sarah Morgan, also known as the Buzz on HR. We talk about how white women and HR can be allies to WOC and Sarah's annual blogging challenge: #BlackBlogsMatter (check out the hashtag on Twitter for last year's challenge and watch for 2019).   Sarah's podcast recommendations:   Cy Wakeman Everyday Leaders with Chris Plake The Productive Wom...

We're joined by Sarah Noll Wilson, an Executive Coach, Speaker, and Learning & Development professor from Des Moines, IA. Jon tries very hard not to fanboy out through the episode (he's a big fan). We talk about how Sarah's theater background helped prepare her for business, how to be a great manager, and she and Wendy bond over Bob's Burger's. It's super fun and we know you'll be a fan of Sarah's...

We're joined by Laurie Ruettimann, speaker, host of the "Let's Fix Work" podcast, and "the most beguiling person in HR" according to Jon.  We talk about what she learned in corporate HR, what we enjoy about podcasting, and Laurie tells us about her dream job.   Laurie's recommendations: https://twitter.com/kris_dunn https://twitter.com/Victorio_M https://twitter.com/Frannyo How to reach Laurie: ht...

Richmond SHRM is holding their Leadership Conference on Thursday, October 11.  In this special episode, Jon talks to John Martin, the conference's opening keynote speaker.  John is the CEO and Managing Partner of SIR's Institute of Tomorrow. How to reach John: https://www.institutefortomorrow.com/ For more information and tickets to the Leadership Conference: https://www.richmondshrm.org/page/2018...

We're joined by Karlyn Borysenko, Principal and Founder of Zen Workplace in the greater Boston, MA area. We talk about her journey to Organizational Psychology, the main issues her clients are having in the workplace, and about her book, "Zen Your Work," which will be released September 25, 2018! How to reach Karlyn: http://www.zenworkplace.com/ https://www.zenyourwork.com/ https://www.linkedin.co...

In this very special episode, we're joined by Debra Squyres, Chief Client Officer for Namely.  We talk about her time as an HR practitioner, what a Chief Client Officer does, and what Debra is learning from her clients about the major issues they face daily. Debra's recommendations: https://hros.co/  (HR Open Source) https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insigh...

We're joined by Chris Orozco, Team Member Relations Manager with Win-River Resort & Casino in Redding, CA. We talk about how he first got into HR, being genuine online, what he wants to do when he grows up, and Wendy gets a kick out of Chris' favorite music. Chris' recommendations: https://twitter.com/bakadesuyo  (Eric Barker) https://twitter.com/DanielPink www.jennifermmclure.net How to reach Chr...