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Navigating Civil Discourse in the Workplace As someone who’s spent years engaging with leaders on complex topics, I’ve seen how quickly conversations can become divisive, especially in today’s climate. Whether we’re discussing politics, social issues, or organizational strategy, maintaining civility and finding common ground can feel like an uphill battle. In episode 745 of the […]
Workplace Mentorship and Sponsorship is Good for Business: It’s Time to Reimagine the Model! By Christine Morris and Julie Cafley We know mentorship drives career growth. Fortune 500 companies know this, too. That’s why 84 per cent of them have some form of mentoring program, according to a 2022 study. And while these programs exist, […]
Celebrating Workplace Culture Trailblazers Across Five Key Categories HRZone, a leading digital UK HR publication, has just revealed the finalists for its 2024 Culture Pioneer Awards, an initiative that honors companies and leaders driving real, lasting change in workplace culture. Now in its fifth year, the Culture Pioneer Awards recognize organizations and individuals who have […]
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 […]
In this HRchat episode we talk about creating positive habits and creating a better workplace culture. My guest this time is Dr. Joey Faucette, an executive coach, culture architect, and host of the Work Positive podcast. His best-selling book, Work Positive in a Negative World: Team Edition, is the manifesto for developing your positive work […]
Screen and screen again! Why Re-Screening Your Workforce Can No Longer Be Overlooked’ Yet another example of the alleged failure of a vetting process made front page news recently and resulted in reputational damage for an institution such as the UK Police. Credibility and integrity loss are also by products of poor vetting or poor […]
At last month’s CIPD Festival of Work two very contrasting narratives dominated conversations on the festival floor: the first centered on the seemingly unstoppable rise of artificial intelligence and the impact it’s having on the HR industry, the other focused on the very real need for more human-to-human connection in our tech-dominated world. It can feel […]
In this HRchat episode, we consider Digital Transformation and AI Integration. Bill’s guest is Orla Brown, Qualification and Assessment Developer at AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group, a UK organization offering national qualifications for colleges, training providers, and end-point assessments for apprenticeships in creative industries. Orla is an AI Champion and an innovative Qualification and Assessment Developer […]
SHRM Annual Conference and Expo is about to get underway in Chicago so who better to feature in the HRchat show than Jim Link SHRM-SCP, CHRO at SHRM. As a recognized thought leader in human capability and the future of work, Jim is a sought-after commentator with the national and international press, features widely on the […]
ATD 2024 Review The pulse of talent development resonated through the vibrant streets of New Orleans as the “Association for Talent Development (ATD)” 2024 Conference unfolded its magic. With over 9,000 participants from over 80 countries converging to celebrate learning and growth, the spirit of ATD ignited the city once marred by Katrina’s shadow. I […]