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In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the upcoming anthology book, "Joy@Work: When Women Lead" with three of the authors - Gretchen Schott, Jill Lehman, and Sarah Turner. Topics include: Leading with love Taking a you-powered approach to your career Building your resilience skills In this episode's listener question, we're asked about the best training tools for the shift from in-person to remo...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the importance of business etiquette and cultural training with Pamela Eyring, president and owner of The Protocol School of Washington. Topics include: How skills learned from protocol and business etiquette are central to building relationships and advancing your career When lack of protocol leads to confusion, conflict, and missed opportunities The value...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss Generation Z in the workplace with five Gen Z professionals: Anna Park, Kyle Curtis, Liam Hogan, Mary Gillett, and Ben Holdcraft. Topics include: What motivates our Gen Zers at work How these Gen Zers like to be communicated with The things that annoy these Gen Zers in the workplace What brings them joy at work What other generations can do to help Gen Z em...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the upcoming anthology book, "Joy@Work: When Women Lead" with three of the authors - MeChelle Callen, Kerrie Weinzapfel, and our own JoDee Curtis. Topics include: Eliminating "just" from your vocabulary Owning your superpowers Turning endings into positive steps forward In this episode's listener question, we're asked how in-house recruiters can be better p...

This week we're rerunning a 2023 episode on a topic we often get suggestions about: different generations in the workplace! In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss generational diversity at work with coach/speaker Lindsay Boccardo. Topics include: What's different with Gen Z compared to Millennials What employers are doing to continue to evolve with the needs of newer employees What organizations...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan talk about mental health challenges in the workplace with Kourtney McCauliff. Topics include: The statistics on mental health at work The business case for mental health Mental health-friendly cultures Recognizing and responding to mental health challenges in the workplace How to reduce the stigma and build awareness Mental Health First Aid training In this episode...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan talk about using artificial intelligence in human resources with Josh Tanenbaum, Managing Parter at Rebalance Capital. Topics include: How organizations are leveraging AI effectively in traditional HR functions What AI can replace in HR (and what it will never replace) Organizations leading the way in adapting to and integrating AI in HR Advice for advocating for h...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan share their advice on employee relations. Topics include: The benefits of strong employee relations Key skills for employee relations professionals The four foundational elements of employee relations Common employee relations issues and how the response should vary by industry and workforce How employers can protect themselves from retaliation allegations How to h...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the increasing emphasis on active and experiential learning methodologies with instructional designer Beth Haggenjos. Topics include: Shifts in the landscape of education What experiential learning is and why it's crucial for organizations aiming to enhance their training programs What active learning entails and how it can be effectively implemented What m...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss employee loyalty with author and speaker Kathy Parry. Topics include: Generational differences regarding workplace loyalty How to acknowledge and celebrate your team Building loyalty to increase retention Helping team members understand their purpose In this episode's listener question, we're asked about promoting unity and collaboration in a politically ch...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss some interesting discrimination cases that have occurred throughout the US over the last year with employment attorney Gina Carrillo. Topics include: Leibas vs. Dart, a case about ADA accommodations Muldrow vs. City of St. Louis, regarding adverse actions under Title VII Amos vs. Lampo Group, which deals with reverse religious discrimination Young vs. Color...

This week we're rerunning a 2023 episode on a topic we often get suggestions about: The Americans with Disabilities Act! In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the ADA with experts Kim Dinwiddie and Jackie Gessner. Topics include: ADA's purpose, what it covers, and who it applies to How to respond when leaders think it's unfair for an employee to have "special privileges" How the increased focus...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss common and trending types of leaves and time off. Topics include: Types of time off Being flexible with your time off benefits Understanding employee concerns around leave types In this episode's listener question, we're asked about common FMLA trigger words or situations. In the news, Top Employers Institute released their World of Work Trends 2025 report...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss bad bosses and their impact in the workplace. Topics include: The statistics on bad bosses Types of bad bosses Our experiences with bad bosses The impacts of bad bosses What to do if you have a bad boss In this episode's listener question, we're asked about HR and legal departments who approach employee complaints as self-motivated. In the news, SHRM recent...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss employees going on military leave. Topics include: The laws around military leave How to cover an employee's workload while they're on military leave How organizations can prepare for an employee's military leave How to help employees transition back to civilian work Supporting employees whose family members have been deployed In this episode's listener que...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss employee assistance programs with Brittany Mattfeld Craig, managing director at Global Impact. Topics include: What EAPs are The statistics on EAPs How modern workplaces support employees in need Employee Assistance Funds and why they're important How EAPs and EAFs fit into engagement and recruitment efforts How to measure the success of employee wellness o...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss creating a mindset of growth and development with Kerrie Weinzapfel. Topics include: Saying "yes" to learning opportunities and adventures Encouraging and inspiring others to pursue growth Continuing to grow and learn, no matter our age Advice for listeners for their career and personal growth In this episode's listener question, we're asked about advice fo...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss interviewing best practices. Topics include: Top 10 interviewing techniques Our network's favorite interview questions Where we find joy in interviewing In this episode's listener question, we're asked about how to get along with people in the workplace you don't like (or who don't like you). In the news, JAN's new "Situations and Solutions" Accommodations...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss upskilling and reskilling with Kourtney McCauliff from Purple Ink. Topics include: The difference between upskilling and reskilling Why upskilling and reskilling are so important today How companies can assess which skills need to be developed How to implement upskilling and reskilling programs How to create a culture that embraces continuous learning The b...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan share their advice for successful meetings. Topics include: 9 tips for effective meetings What a successful meeting agenda looks like How to approach meetings about topics that might involve strong feelings or emotions Building engagement with meeting participants What to do when a colleague never participates in meeting dialogue How to have more impact and less me...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan talk about the impact of domestic violence on the workplace with Dr. Cassie Mecklenburg, Executive Director for domestic abuse center Sheltering Wings. Topics include: The statistics on domestic violence and work Why it's important to understand the impact of domestic violence on the workplace The two philosophies employers tend to gravitate to when thinking about...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan talk about how to recognize toxicity at work and what to do about it with consultant MeChelle Callen. Topics include: Subtle signs that a workplace might be toxic MeChelle's own experiences with toxic workplaces How to reclaim your space and maintain your sense of self-worth in a toxic workplace How leaders and organizations can create cultures that foster belongin...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan talk to Howie Gerver, founder of The Adam Project, about his mental health resource for job seekers. Topics include: The number of people living with anxiety and depressive disorders The mental health challenges faced by job seekers Why Howie started The Adam Project How The Adam Project helps job seekers How job seekers can find free mental health providers How em...

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss how to facilitate individuals working through conflict with each other. Topics include: How much HR should be involved in employees' conflicts Guiding employees through resolving conflict on their own Our step by step approach for mediating conflict when employees can't resolve it on their own When that approach doesn't work Resources for conflict managemen...

With our new JoyPowered® memberships, you can get perks like early access, lists of top takeaways, video recordings of episodes, bonus episodes, and more. To give you a taste of what members get, we're sharing last month's bonus episode with you! In this episode, Susan shares advice on change management. To sign up for a membership, visit https://patreon.com/joypowered To get 0.25 hour of SHRM rec...