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The Key to Winning the Battle for Top Talent By Tal Clark, CEO, Instant Financial It’s a hyper-competitive hiring and labor landscape, and HR professionals face the dual challenge of attracting new applicants while also retaining the high-value talent they already have. Many of them recognize that balancing the evolving expectations of a diverse workforce […]
Curious about how to bridge the ever-widening skills gap in the tech industry? In HRchat episode 741, I welcome Laurie Carey, CEO of Nebula Academy, who brings 40+ years of industry wisdom, including an impactful decade at Microsoft. Laurie shares her approach to tech training, emphasizing the importance of psychological safety and resilience. Discover how these […]
In episode 739 of the HRchat Show, I talk with My Staff Shop MarComms Manager Verity Gough. I’m super excited to be co-hosting another Disrupt event in Birmingham, UK next week. Tune in as Verity gives the lowdown on what to expect from DisruptHR Birmingham 2.0 on September 5th at The Button Factory. Verity also offers insights […]
In HRchat episode 738, we consider why earned wage access can be a key differentiator for employers looking to hire and retain Millenials and Gen Zers – particularly in high-churn industries like retail and hospitality. My guest today is Tal Clark, CEO of Instant Financial, a company on a mission to help hard-working employees get fee-free […]
Transform your unused paid time off into valuable benefits with insights from Rob Whalen, CEO and co-founder of BNFT (formerly PTO Exchange). Discover how BNFT is changing the game by allowing employees to convert their accrued PTO into tangible rewards, lifting the financial burden off businesses and giving employees more flexibility. You’ll learn about Rob’s […]
In HRchat episode 735, we attempt to unlock the secrets of professional success through the transformative power of music with guest, Bill Scheidt, Managing Partner at Sewa Beats. I met Bill at the ATD Conference and Expo and was so impressed by what his team is doing to change up L&D practices that I had to […]
In HRchat episode 734, we talk about ways to support mental wellness in the workplace. My guest this time is Tom Oxley, Workplace Director at Bamboo Mental Health. Tom is an independent consultant specializing in mental health at work. He reviews employers, gives talks, and trains people. His material comes from 100s of interviews with employees […]
In HRchat episode 732, we welcome John Morgan back to the show to discuss the state of executive leadership through the eyes of executives themselves. John is the President of LHH’s Career Transition & Mobility and Leadership Development businesses. As an experienced business leader and management consultant with over 20 years of helping Fortune 500 companies […]
What does the future hold for the US labor market? In HRchat episode 731, I talk with Svenja Gudell, Chief Economist at Indeed. Svenja is also on the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on the Future of Job Creation. We also delve into the transformative impact of AI on the labor market. Learn how […]
What if a comprehensive wellness program could significantly boost workforce productivity and mission readiness? In HRchat episode 728, we sit down with Heather Collins, the dynamic President of Millennium Health and Fitness, who reveals the transformative power of employee wellness initiatives. With a unique background that spans high-performing athletics and collaborations with the US Navy and […]