Transform Your Workplace

Alfred Dual, HR Business Partner at Xenium HR , and Brandon Laws discuss the leadership book The Leader Who Had No Title: A Modern Fable on Real Success in Business and in Life by Robin Sharma. During this episode, Alfred and Brandon discuss the background of the book, what it means to be a Leader With No Title , how turbulent times build great leaders, the habits of leaders and how any employee c...

Lacey Halpern, HR Business Partner at Xenium HR, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss how to create and implement corrective action and performance improvement plans. During this episode, Lacey and Brandon discuss the ways to manage performance, including the difference between corrective action and performance improvement plans, how to implement each plan and the import...

Jan Foster , an Account Executive at Performance Resources , joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss applicant tracking systems. During the episode, Jan and Brandon discuss how to implement applicant tracking systems, what questions to ask during the implementation process, creating automated "thank you" messages for candidates, search engine optimization (SEO) for job post...

Benjamin Prinzing, Principal at Kadalyst , joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to talk about creating successful and effective wellness programs. During this episode, Benjamin and Brandon discuss: The overall importance and purpose behind wellness programs, activity-based and outcomes-based wellness programs, building a wellness program brand, encouraging participation and trackin...

Molly Kelley, HR Business Partner at Xenium HR, returns to the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss exit and stay interview processes. During this episode, Molly and Brandon discuss: the definition and purpose of an exit and stay interview, questions that should be asked in an exit interview, who conducts each type of interview, communication of results to the organization and how...

Iris Tilly, an Associate at Barran Liebman who specializes in employment law advice & litigation, ERISA compliance and HIPPA, returns to the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to follow up on the changes that have occurred in Health Care Reform, including: the delay of the employer mandate, Exchange Notice requirements, individual mandate regulations, employer requirements to establish mea...

Kim Smith , a Human Resource Business Partner at Xenium HR in Portland, Oregon, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss employee satisfaction surveys. In this episode Kim discusses: Effective tools for conducting satisfaction surveys, what kinds of questions should and should not be asked. how to encourage participation from all employees, analyzing and presenting results t...

Rebecca Naatz , Senior Human Resource Business Partner, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss coaching and developing employee performance. During the episode, Rebecca explains the importance of coaching rather than simply managing, how this method can be used to further develop employees, and how managers can measure their effectiveness. In this episode: Characteristics...

Ellen West , Associate Professor of Management at Portland State University, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss the importance of company culture in the workplace. During the episode, Ellen explains the importance of establishing a culture which appreciates creativity and allows employees to "bring their whole selves to work." In this episode: - Practicing and nurturin...

Molly Kelley and Lacey Halpern of Xenium HR, join the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss The Five Dysfunctions of a Team , a novel by Patrick Lencioni. During the episode, Molly and Lacey discuss the five dysfunctions that cause even the best teams to struggle, and a model that can be used to overcome these obstacles to achieve a cohesive team. In this episode: -Building a found...

Suzi Alligood, the Director of Training and Development at Xenium HR, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss performance management and conducting reviews. During the episode, Suzi shares her thoughts on the importance of developing a process for managing performance in an organization. In this episode, Suzi discusses: The purposes on managing performance Challenges manage...

Iris Tilley , an attorney at Barran Liebman who specializes in employment law advice and litigation, ERISA compliance and affirmative action compliance, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss what employers need to know about the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act , or commonly known as Health Care Reform or ObamaCare . During the episode, Iris provides listeners w...

Lacey Halpern of Xenium HR joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss the difference between paid time off (PTO) and vacation & sick time policies. During the episode, Lacey shares her thoughts on why employers would choose one "time off" policy over the other and explains how each works. In this episode: - The advantages and disadvantages of paid time off (PTO) and vacation/s...

Mathew Simonton joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss the book Fierce Conversations: Achieving Success at Work and in Life One Conversation at a Time by Susan Scott. In this episode, Brandon and Mathew discuss the concepts in Fierce Conversations and give their overall review on the content. In this episode: - The seven principles in Fierce Conversations - How can we rela...

John Young , an attorney at Garrett Hemann Robertson, who practices civil litigation, employment & labor law and workers' compensation, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss how organizations can make the transition to a paperless workplace. In this episode, John and Brandon discuss the ideas in John's article, "Tips on Starting a Paperless Office," from the Oregon State...

Kirsten Solis , a Senior Human Resource Representative at Xenium HR, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss the what employers should know about the Form I-9. In this episode, Kirsten and Brandon discuss the latest updates on the Form I-9 and share thoughts on filling out the form.   Learn: - What is the Form I-9 and why do employers need it? - Does the I-9 Form Expire? -...

Sierra Modro, author of The Right Ladder: Climb to your perfect career in 4 simple steps , joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss how organizations and employees can reach the next level.     In this episode, Sierra and Brandon Discuss: - The LEAP system and what it stands for - How leaders can help current employees reach the next level in their career - Success and failu...

Jon Spencer, Principal, CFO & COO of Solutions YES , joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss HR decision-making in a key business role with a small business. In this episode, Jon shares his thoughts on the process he went through in deciding how to manage HR programs for his new and growing business. Learn: - The options available to CFOs for managing HR functions in their...

Lacey Halpern , Human Resource Account Representative of Xenium HR joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast for a conversation on the "Romantic Relationships in the Workplace." In this episode Lacey shares information on how to prepare for and handle romantic relationships in the workplace. Learn: - How a workplace relationship is defined and what that means for an employer - What is i...

Richard Coley, CEO of CFS Consulting Group , joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast for a conversation on “Going Lean as Non-Manufacturing Company.” In this episode, Richard Coley continues his explanation of what lean is and how a non-manufacturing company can apply lean tools to streamline processes and communication within their organization. If you haven't checked out the first e...

Richard Coley, CEO of CFS Consulting Group , joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast for a conversation on “Going Lean as  Non-Manufacturing Company.” In this episode, Richard Coley explains what lean is and how a non-manufacturing company can apply lean tools to ultimately become more productive. Learn: - How to organize and standardize processes - How to apply the lean tools - How t...

Molly Kelley, PHR Human Resource Business Partner at Xenium HR, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast for a conversation on “Improving Organizational Culture through Employee Satisfaction Committees.” In this episode, Molly Kelley explains what an employee satisfaction committee is, why a company should develop such a committee, and more. Learn: -What an "employee satisfaction commi...

Lacey Halpern  Human Resource Account Representative at Xenium HR, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast for a conversation on “Creating Effective Job Postings on the Web.” In this episode, Lacey Halpern explains how to create effective job postings online, including tips on what to feature in your post and how to style it for the right applicants. Learn: - What to feature in your j...

Molly Kelley , Human Resource Business Partner of Xenium HR, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast for a conversation on “Bullying in the Workplace.” During this episode, Molly Kelley explains workplace bullying, how it can affect the workplace, and what employers can do to avoid bullying issues. Learn: - Which organizations are most likely to experience workplace bullying - How to...

Lacey Halpern , Human Resource Account Representative of Xenium HR joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast for a conversation on the "Importance of an Employee Handbook in Small Business." With years of experience in working with owners and HR professionals to develop and create employee handbooks, Lacey shares insight to why employers need an employee handbook in the first place. Lea...