Mel Plett & Francesca Ranieri

Your Work Friends | Fresh Insights on the Now and Next of Work

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We break down the now and next of work. You stay ahead. Its not just you - work is bonkers. Burnout is high, trust is low, and everything is changing at breakneck speed. Friend-to-friend? We get it. We're in it. And we're here to guide you through it. We’re two leadership insiders—and real-life friends—who’ve led teams, sat in the tough seats, and know first hand how fast, complex, and personal work has become. Every week, we break down what’s happening at work and to work, taking you behind the scenes of what's happening now, and preparing you for what you'll see in 6 months. We're bringi...

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Mel Plett & Francesca Ranieri

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New Week, New Headlines: Minimum Wage Increasing. But Is It Livable? & DEI Efforts Under Siege. What It Means For You. 08.01.2024 34:33

Send us Fan Mail Hi Friends! It’s a meaty week for work news and here’s what we’re jamming about this week. Topic 1: Minimum Wage Increasing. But Is It Livable? We break down the implications of the wage increase from $7.25 to $10.50 an hour in 2024, and the march to $17 by 2028. It’s getting better, but is it livable? We talk all aspects of this. And we referenced these articles: Statista Re...

New Week, New Headlines: Are You Owed Unpaid Wages and Gallup’s Workplace Report. It Ain’t Great. 02.01.2024 19:26

Send us Fan Mail Hi Friends! Ok, we recorded this prior to the holiday but I (Francesca) biffed and forgot to post (my bad). So, here it is! Topic 1: Workers Owed Millions Unpaid Wages Mel found out there is over $160M+ in back pay sitting in the US Treasury. We talk about why and how you can find out if any of it is yours. Click here: https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/florida-workers-are-owed...

The Layoff Playbook - Part 2: What to Do (and Not) if Layoffs Happen 12.12.2023 26:41

Send us Fan Mail Hi Friend! We’re back, with Part 2 of The Layoff Playbook. It’s THICK. What you should do if… This episode, is packed full of critical insights and practical advice of what you should do if: You’ve been laid off - and want to come through it as whole as possible You’re leading a team through layoffs - and want to really take care of your team and yourself You’re a remaining tea...

New Week, New Headlines: Are Work Hours Killing You Softly + Ethena Paying It’s Employees to Socialize Outside of Work 11.12.2023 18:50

Send us Fan Mail Hi Friends! Here are this week’s work headlines: Are Your 55+ Work Weeks Killing You Softly? Brace yourself! The International Labor Organization (ILO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) link work weeks of over 55 hours to 750,000 deaths worldwide each year. Check out the article here . You can learn more about the ILO here , and the 8-hour workday history here . Ethena is...

The Layoff Playbook - Part 1: How Layoffs Are Decided & Communicated (Ideally) 06.12.2023 28:24

Send us Fan Mail Hi Friend! This is our first (of many) deep dive topics. And it’s a two-parter. Have you ever wondered why layoffs occur, and how the decision of who gets laid off is made? We have you covered in this eye-opening, two-part episode. We're pulling back the veil on this complex topic, drawing from our own experiences and offering you some real, practical insights into unders...

New Week, New Headlines: Is AI Writing Performance Reviews + Pensions are Back! Sorta. 04.12.2023 20:56

Send us Fan Mail Here are the headlines that caught our eye this week! Is AI Going to Write Your Performance Review? Bloomberg is reporting Wall Street bosses are turning to AI to help write performance reviews. We chime in. Pensions are Back! Sorta. New York Times profiles an uptick in pensions. Plus, a killer spotlight on IBM’s new pension program. Is this good? We discuss. Disclaimer: This po...

Hi Friends! 25.11.2023 34:02

Send us Fan Mail Hi Friend! In this episode… THE WHY We jam about why we started this pod and why we want to be friends with you. THE HEADLINES — Is Friendship Employers’ Business? From Financial Times , ITA is tracking work friendships. We weigh in. —Did Open AI’s employees bring back Sam Altman? We talk about the impact of 90% of employees threatening to walk if Sam doesn’t return and the boar...

Welcome to Your Work Friends: Start Here to Get the Now & Next of Work 24.11.2023 0:57

Send us Fan Mail Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management. Thanks for listening! Hey! We love new friends! Connect with us! On The Socials...