News and Opinion for HR, Talent and Leaders
In episode 795 of the HRchat show, we delve into the urgent need for organizations to reevaluate their employee health benefit offerings. Lindsey Gage-Cole, Chief Transformation Officer at GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions, joins me to discuss the significant disconnect between employee expectations and actual employer actions when it comes to wellness support. A staggering 90% of Canadians […]
In episode 788 of the HRchat show, I sit down with Dr. Bill Howatt, an expert in workplace mental health and capacity building. Bill and I discuss the new Crisis Ready program, an initiative designed to equip leaders and employees with practical tools to navigate workplace crises effectively. Hear firsthand how this program aims to […]
The End of Federal Diversity Training: Implications for HR Leaders In a significant move that has sent ripples through the HR and DEI communities, President Trump issued an executive order that mandates the immediate suspension of all federal DEI staff, with plans to dismantle these offices altogether. This order comes with sweeping implications for workplace equity, […]
In HRchat episode 768, I had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Andy Garrett, Founder and President of AG Thrive. Andy is not only a friend and collaborator but also a world-renowned thought leader on resilience and employee burnout. Our conversation was an eye-opener on the growing challenges employees face today and the strategies both […]
In this episode, Nick Steiert interviews Mark Whittle, a life coach and the founder of Take Flight. Mark is all about mindset and motivation and has an impressive record of coaching CEOs and athletes – helping them step into elite environments. Mark is a former city worker turned lifestyle coach, entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and productivity / bio-hacker […]
My guest in episode 596 is Philip Grindell, a behavioral threat management and protective intelligence consultant preventing & resolving ‘concerning & threatening behaviors’ within private and corporate orgs. Questions for Phillip include: Your company, Defuse, is a behavioral threat management specialist, with expertise in preventing and resolving issues with concerning behaviors from problematic, fixated, and obsessive […]
Employee Assistance Programs, when done correctly, can help you support your employee’s health and wellbeing. In HRchat episode 594, I talk with Dr. Jonas Eyford, CEO of Recharge Wellness, a company offering custom wellness programs for organizations across Canada. The firm provides an employee support service (to enhance or replace an EFAP), on-site clinics, and […]
HR professionals generally have an idea of the pros and cons of their own software systems; the functions they can and cannot perform, how well the systems are able to do some tasks, and how poorly they perform others. What’s less understood by users are the ins and outs of technology’s limitations – the why […]
In today’s fast-paced and competitive business world, workplace wellbeing has emerged as a crucial factor in fostering employee satisfaction, productivity, and ultimately, the company’s bottom line. However, the concept of wellness in the workplace is multidimensional and, without authentic attention and care, runs the risk of becoming no more than just a check in the […]
Wellness Festival Coming to London, UK Experience a wellness festival that will nourish your mind, body, and soul. Wellnergy, the brand-new event by Wellnergy.co.uk, will make its debut on June 17th, 2023 at Barn Elms in Barnes, South London. Bringing together the five pillars of mindfulness, fitness, food, music, and laughter, Wellnergy promises a unique […]