88 episodes

Honest HR is the podcast for HR professionals, people managers and team leads intent on elevating how they improve and grow their companies. Co-hosts Amber Clayton, Wendy Fong and Monique Akanbi for bring you honest, forward thinking conversations and relatable stories from the workplace that challenge the way it’s always been done, because after all, you have to push back to move forward. Honest HR is a podcast from SHRM, and by listening, you’re helping create better workplaces and a better world. This podcast is approved to provide SHRM-CP/SCP recertification PDCs. Details are included during qualifying episodes.

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    • 4.4 • 187 Ratings

Honest HR is the podcast for HR professionals, people managers and team leads intent on elevating how they improve and grow their companies. Co-hosts Amber Clayton, Wendy Fong and Monique Akanbi for bring you honest, forward thinking conversations and relatable stories from the workplace that challenge the way it’s always been done, because after all, you have to push back to move forward. Honest HR is a podcast from SHRM, and by listening, you’re helping create better workplaces and a better world. This podcast is approved to provide SHRM-CP/SCP recertification PDCs. Details are included during qualifying episodes.

    The Imperative of Addressing Workplace Incivility with Sejal Thakkar

    The Imperative of Addressing Workplace Incivility with Sejal Thakkar

    Civility is a cornerstone of workplace culture that allows people and businesses to thrive by fostering respect and empathy among everyone. However, according to SHRM research, U.S. workers report that incivility is increasingly prevalent in their workplaces. In this episode of Honest HR, host Wendy Fong speaks with TrainXtra Chief Civility Officer Sejal Thakkar about her framework for helping organizations make workplace civility happen, the elements of effective civility trainings, and the business imperative for creating civil workplaces.

    • 47 min
    How AI Will Transform HR’s Work with Jim Link

    How AI Will Transform HR’s Work with Jim Link

    AI represents the next wave of technological advancement for society, and is expected to transform how work gets done across every industry. In this episode of Honest HR, SHRM CHRO Jim Link, SHRM-SCP, joins host Monique Akanbi to discuss everything HR professionals and business leaders should know about AI and integrating it into their organizations.

    • 46 min
    What the Research Says About Workplace Romance with Casey Sword

    What the Research Says About Workplace Romance with Casey Sword

    Workplace romance: It’s complicated. But it happens, and employers need to know how to deal with it. In this episode of Honest HR, host Amber Clayton is joined by SHRM researcher Casey Sword to present the findings from her work on SHRM’s latest research in the area of workplace romance, share real stories related to romance in the workplace, and discuss how HR professionals should handle them.

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Dr. Milton J. Perkins on the Power of HR People Analytics

    Dr. Milton J. Perkins on the Power of HR People Analytics

    We live in the age of data, and everything important to an organization’s people management function gets measured. In this episode of Honest HR, host Wendy Fong speaks with Dr. Milton J. Perkins, Senior Vice President at ActOne Government Solutions, about the transformative potential of people analytics, their role in helping HR professionals create workplaces where employees genuinely want to be, and steps for leveraging them at your organization.

    • 1 hr 3 min
    A Look Back at 2023 and Look Ahead to 2024

    A Look Back at 2023 and Look Ahead to 2024

    In this episode of Honest HR, hosts Amber Clayton, Wendy Fong and Monique Akanbi come together to look back on the biggest HR and workplace trends of 2023, and look ahead with their expectations for 2024.

    • 38 min
    Stories About Bad Bosses | Part 2 (of 2)

    Stories About Bad Bosses | Part 2 (of 2)

    In this episode of Honest HR, host Amber Clayton and SHRM Knowledge Center Advisors Robyn Hopper and Rue Dooley continue with Part 2 of their two-part mini-series of listener-submitted stories of bad bosses, give more advice on handling problematic people managers, and close out the session with a set of redeeming stories of outstanding bosses who were there for their employees in amazing ways.

    • 39 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
187 Ratings

187 Ratings

cyberperk ,

Good info, PDCs never work though

This is a good, insightful program, but the PDC credits are rarely accepted

Andieo1997 ,

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Honest HR has swiftly become a staple in my podcast rotation, and for good reason. Amber, Wendy, and Monique have masterfully crafted a platform that not only educates but also resonates deeply with anyone keen on fostering meaningful change in the workplace. Each episode is a refreshing blend of authentic stories and groundbreaking discussions that challenge the status quo and conventional HR strategies. A must-listen for those ready to reimagine the future of HR!

Dan1777999877 ,

A Favorite of Mine!

Honest HR has quickly become a favorite in my feed! I'm consistently impressed by the engaging conversations, insightful content, and actionable ideas. I truly learn something every time I listen!

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