Throughout the pandemic, virtual interviews became a necessity, and for a variety of reasons, experts believe they are here to stay, perhaps with some combination of in-person interaction being added. In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Vernon Williams and Demetrius Norman are joined by Ty Smith, Vice President & Director of Permanent Placement Services at Robert Half, to discuss how to excel at virtual interviewing. This episode provides listeners with tips to succeed during virtual...

Season 6 of Career Compass kicks off with a look back in time, because in order to know where you are going, you must first know where you’ve been. Join hosts Vernon Williams and Aly Sharp alongside HR expert and Utah Tech University faculty member, Dr. Chris Healy, PhD, SHRM-CP, as they take historical look back at the field of Human Resources. During this episode, you'll learn about key pieces of legislation and actions that have shaped the workplace, as well as lessons from the past that...

In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Vernon Williams and Aly Sharp speak with Senior People Analytics Analyst at DocuSign Davida Smart to discuss everything from day-to-day responsibilities to what courses students should pursue to excel in the field of HR data analytics.

66% of workers ages 18-24 ranked learning new skills as the third-most important perk when evaluating new job opportunities. In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Vernon Williams and Kevin Abbed speak with SHRM HR expert Laurie McIntosh on how Training and Development programs are a win-win for the employees and the company. Learn what potential learning opportunities might be available to you or that you can bring to your organization.

In this episode of Career Compass, Vernon Williams and Aly Sharp are joined by SHRM Knowledge Advisor and HR expert Katie Brennan to discuss the critical role legal compliance in operating a successful organization, and explore the various federal, state and local labor laws impacting HR employees and organizations, including FMLA, healthcare, employee leave and much more.

In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Vernon Williams and Aly Sharp are joined by Senior Manager for Talent Acquisition at ARC, Adrienne Ables-Sinclair as she describes best practices in securing top talent. Other topics detailed in this session include, skills required for pursuing a career in Talent Acquisition, the importance of certification and how to intelligently discuss salary range.

Join hosts Kevin Abbed and Aly Sharp, alongside HR industry expert Megan Nail as they explore everything from unique benefits like pet insurance to the importance of expanded mental health coverage. During this episode, learn how employee needs have shifted over the past few years and the role that compensation and benefits plays in impacting the overall organizational strategy.

During this episode of Career Compass, your hosts Vernon Williams and Aly Sharp are joined by the Senior Diversity Officer of the Carlson School of Management at University of Minnesota, Dr. Angela Spranger as they discuss the rewards and positive impact of working in DE&I, as well as the challenging and changing times that helped inspire inclusive initiatives.

In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Vernon Williams and Aly Sharp are joined by SHRM CHRO Jim Link to preview the upcoming Season 5 topics and the journey through various human resource career pathways. Link shares stories from his own HR career journey, from intern to member of the C-Suite, highlighting how HR roles such as data analytics, talent acquisitions and training/development are shaping the workplace.

In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Vernon Williams and Kevin Abbed speak with HR and talent acquisition expert Shannon Taylor to discuss best practices in bringing the right talent to your organization.

In episode of Career Compass, Walter Bond discusses the traits of highly successful HR professionals and highlights the parallels between winning teams and career success.

In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Vernon Williams and Ledia Dobi are joined by University of Cincinnati Professor and HR Scholar Tom Mobley to discuss the present labor force shortage and how students and emerging professionals can take advantage of the existing job market.

In this episode, co-hosts Vernon Williams and Ledia Dobi take you on an inspiring journey with guest Sam Demma, who suffered three career-ending sports injuries before pivoting to become an amazing entrepreneur and keynote speaker. Sam discusses how to overcome adversity, negative self-beliefs and the power of positive decision-making to help students succeed personally and professionally.

Technology's ability to connect everyone regardless of location is prompting both employees and companies to approach work from a more global perspective. In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Erica Young and Kristy Parola speak with Cheyenne Tabb, a senior analyst at PepsiCo, about her experience working in talent management for a globally recognized brand. Cheyenne discusses the opportunities and challenges associated with global talent management, including recruitment, selection,...

Interviewing skills are a critical piece in landing any job opportunity, so learn how to set yourself apart. In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Erica Young and Kristy Parola are joined by special guest Jerrin Strayhorn, Manager of Talent Acquisition & Campus Relations at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to discuss how students and emerging professionals can ace the next job interview. You'll receive insights on interviewing both in-person and virtually, as well as tips on how to...

The distinction between home and work life continue to intersect due to a myriad of societal factors. Employees are bringing their whole selves to the workplace and asking companies a to meet many of their needs. In this episode of SHRM's Career Compass, join hosts Vernon Williams and Erica Young, alongside special guest Jes Osrow, the co-founder and DEI specialist at The Rise Journey and Head of Learning and Organizational Development at Quartet Health as they discuss why, “Now More Than...

The average student loan debt in the U.S. exceeds $30,000 and can take years to repay. In this episode of SHRM's Career Compass, join hosts Vernon Williams and Kristy Parola in a discussion with Aaron Smith, the co-founder of Savi, an organization...

We all want to earn and save more money, but studies indicate only 57 percent of U.S. adults are financially literate. In this episode, get on the pathway to financial enlightenment with hosts Kevin Abbed and Kristy Parola, who are joined by special...

Success in any organization depends on successfully managing relationships in all directions, not just with supervisors. In this episode of SHRM's Career Compass podcast, hosts Vernon Williams and Kevin Abbed are joined by special guest Kaithlyn Kayer,...

The idea of being your own boss is very attractive and with 62% of U.S. billionaires being self-made, why not give it a shot? In this episode of SHRM's Career Compass podcast, hosts Erica Young and Kevin Abbed are joined by special guests Emily Arnold,...

In Part 2 of this two episode series on the power of personal branding at work, co-hosts Erica Young and Kevin Abbed continue their conversation with SHRM Director of Brand Communication, Chris Kenny on how developing your personal brand can help you...

In today’s fast-paced, technological society, your personal brand could be the difference between getting the job and earning a promotion or missing an important opportunity. In this two episode series on the power of personal branding at work, co-hosts...

Season 3 SHRM's Career Compass podcast opens with a dynamic episode discussing the impact of race in the workplace and how HR leaders can develop inclusive workspaces. Cohosts Dr. Vernon Williams and Kristy Parola are joined by HR Director for the City...