In this episode, we examine what it looks and feels like when a workplace has counterfeited psychological safety, or to put it another way, has made some of the easy steps to merely create the illusion of psychological safety.  Our prescription for this episode: understand the red flags for counterfeit psychological safety, and take the time to learn, measure, and effectively engrain psychological safety into your workplace is you really want to reap the benefits of it. You can reach out to...

In this episode, we examine the important workforce events that happened in 2023, as well as what we should be the fundamental takeaways from this very busy year. We identify 5 main lessons to learn from 2023 that will impact our success in 2024. Our prescription for this episode: realize that things have permanently changed, and if we want to have success going forward, we need to think differently, revise our priorities, and move beyond the traditional way of doing things. Statistics...

In this episode, we explore 3 questions posed to us by our listeners:   1.       What are the biggest risks facing small businesses around HR compliance?   2.       How do you make coaching and team building programs have a lasting effect in a workplace?   3.      How do you effectively measure DEI? Our prescription for this episode: pay attention and look for effective ways to evaluate the work environment that you and your employees work in. A huge risk that every business faces is what...

In this episode, we examine the realities of artificial intelligence (AI) in our workplaces, specifically looking at its impact on Human Resources. We break down AI into practical terms with the intent to make its use and integration into our workplaces more practical and meaningful. Our prescription for this episode: understand what is and is not AI, as there are a lot of misconceptions out there. Also start thinking of AI as a productivity tool, that is like adding another member to your...

In this episode, we examine the importance of collecting, not just any data, but the right data to inform your People and Culture decisions. We highlight the importance of having targeted diagnostic tools to make smart business decisions that will improve organizational efficiency. Our prescription for this episode: think beyond surveys when collecting data. Many rich sources of data can come from tasks, assets, and efforts you likely already have. If you would like to learn more about...

In this episode, we examine the hidden costs that come with typical workplace culture challenges. We call these additional expenses and productivity wastes Labour Value Loss, and they eat away at profits and potential in almost every business. Our prescription for this episode: understand that doing nothing about these everyday challenges comes at a steep cost, whether you are aware of the problems or not. Statistics referenced: On average, companies are running at 33% efficiency. - ...

In this episode, we examine the all-to-common reality of organizations and managers using rules, standards, and policies as weapons to control, retaliate, and oppress employees. Our prescription for this episode: understand where this common practice of using policies as weapons comes from, and realize that there are more effective ways to create rules and policies that will yield far better results and employee performance. Email us with your stories of the Policies as Weapons at...

In this episode, we examine the difficult reality of managing a workplace full of employees with different political and social views. How can we employees get past their differences and find common ground in the workplace? Our prescription for this episode: we need to broaden our view of others. People are complex and we need to see past the parts we disagree with and look to find alignment in the harder-to-see, but certainly present, areas that we can agree with. About Our Hosts! James is...

In this episode, we examine the different aspects of wellness in the workplace and explore the potential challenges and areas of growth that can come with improving employees' physical, mental, and emotional health. Our prescription for this episode: understand that wellness strategies cannot be successful in a silo. We need to look at physical, mental, AND emotional health all together. Employee wellness is how you maintain employees in the long term. Statistics referenced: Employees take...

In this episode, we explore 3 questions posed to us by our listeners:   1.       How would you use a framework, like Integrity Leadership, to guide your decision-making?   2.       HR and managers need to be more focused on workplace culture, but what does that look like in the everyday processes they have to go through?   3.      What are your thoughts on performance management, tips, mistakes, and new ideas? Our prescription for this episode: reflect on our thinking and how we lead...

In this episode, we examine common expectations that exist in our workplaces that severely damage our organizational culture. We also provide some practical ways to look at our workplace and the expectations we place on employees that can resolve these issues. Our prescription for this episode: we need to accept that the highly visible signs of success are the most important ways to measure success. Often is it the less tangible, everyday improvements that actually matter. About Our...

In this episode, we examine the common assumptions that many businesses make when they are looking to attract talent. Many of these assumptions come from favoriting a more traditional approach to talent attraction and retention, increasing the risk of being left behind. Our prescription for this episode: Consider the more unconventional candidates, and beware of the value of transferable skills. Stats referenced: Globally, just 35 percent of those who quit in the past two years took a new...

In this episode, we examine an all too common, yet vitally important dynamic, being the new boss of your friends and former co-workers. Our prescription for this episode: manage the expectations of those around you and create confidence and consistency in how you lead. This will help you maintain the trust and respect you need to be successful as a new manager in their new dynamic. If you would like to learn more about Integrity Leadership, you can check out our webinar on Confident...

In this episode, we examine key indicators for small businesses to know when they should be prioritizing and investing in their People and Culture. We also provide some practical options to make this vital investment more accessible to small businesses. Our prescription for this episode: understand the growth of your business is dependent on your internal growth being aligned with your external growth. If you would like to learn more about Roman 3's HR Consulting and Fractional HR supports,...

In this episode, we will examine the fundamental ideas around employee engagement and provide some clear advice on how we can avoid the common mistakes that most organizations make. Our prescription for this episode: Employee Engagement is an outcome, a result of a culture that supports higher employee motivation and enthusiasm. It is not a collection of actions to make employees happy. About Our Hosts! James is an experienced business coach with a specialization in HR management and talent...

In this episode, we explore 3 questions posed to us by our listeners:   1.       What is the best way to begin to investigate your workplace culture?   2.       My company's professional development program doesn’t seem to be producing much in the way of higher skill and talent, how can we fix that?   3.      You talk a lot about the old ways of doing things, what are the main old ways of doing things that we need to avoid? Our prescription for this episode: get the most out of your efforts...

In this episode, we will examine the different ideas of expanding the DEI relem. Our conversation looks at the pros and cons of some additions, like Belonging and Accessibility. Our prescription for this episode: concern the role of Agency in what might be missing from our organizations, and in DEI especially.  About Our Hosts! James is an experienced business coach with a specialization in HR management and talent attraction and retention.  Coby is a skilled educator and has an extensive...

In this episode, we will examine the link and importance of employees finding a sense of meaning and purpose in their jobs, and their internal drive and motivation. Our prescription for this episode: make the effort to understand how to connect daily tasks and existing opportunities to people's Sparks of Purpose. The 8 Sparks of Purpose are: -The Spark to Provide -The Spark to Accumulate -The Spark to Be Part of Something -The Spark of Loyalty to Others -The Spark to Achieve -The Spark to...

In this episode, we will examine some fundamental ideas about the role of HR. As well as get to the truth of how an organization prioritizes its HR professionals and departments will impact its success and profits. Our prescription for this episode: It's time to update our thinking about people and culture. We need to move past the antiquated thinking of the past if we want to be successful in a post-2020 world. About Our Hosts! James is an experienced business coach with a specialization...

In this episode, we will examine the cold, hard reality of the role that salary and compensation have on talent attraction and retention. This conversation provides some surprising and nuanced insight that could greatly impact how you approach talent acquisition. Our prescription for this episode: Understand that the influence money has on attraction and retention is complex, and the best thing you can do is better understand the situation you are in if you want to have greater success with...

In this episode, we will examine where most organizational change goes wrong and where we should be placing more resources and effort to have the success we are looking for. Our prescription for this episode: create buy-in for change by understanding and speaking to the different populations and audiences who will be affected by the change. For more info on our Organizational Change Management Practitioner certification, visit: https://www.roman3.ca/ocmp About Our Hosts! James is an...

In this episode, we will examine the real, yet often overlooked, link between a organization's workplace culture and how successful it is with it's business performance and outcomes. Our prescription for this episode: If you are trying to innovate, manage change, collaborate, or grow - then you need to secure your culture and insulate your productivity. For more info on the Productivity Insulation, visit www.academy.roman3.ca or email us at [email protected]. About Our Hosts! James is an...

In this episode, we will examine the truth behind organizational culture, the common misunderstanding that most businesses have, and what the steps are to build a strong, supportive, and productive culture. Our prescription for this episode: Learn to view your organization through the lens of the Workplace Culture Hierarchy, and be intentional in how you shape your workplace. For more info on the Workplace Culture Hierarchy, visit www.academy.roman3.ca or to learn more about our WCI...

In this episode, we will examine what Job Dissatisfaction is, where it comes from, and, most importantly, how potentially dangerous it is to our workplaces. Our prescription for this episode: To understand The 7X3 Rule and to build a strong foundation for your organization that will combat Job Dissatisfaction. About Our Hosts! James is an experienced business coach with a specialization in HR management and talent attraction and retention.  Coby is a skilled educator and has an extensive...

In this episode, we will examine the common misconceptions around employee engagement and try to identify the root cause of these issues. Our prescription for this episode: Avoid the mistakes that come with thinking too short term about employee engagement, and follow our '3 Don'ts' to reduce the typical wasted effort that plagues many organizations. For more info on the Workplace Culture Hierarchy, visit www.academy.roman3.ca About Our Hosts! James is an experienced business coach with a...