Ever wondered how personal life challenges can ripple into the workplace, affecting productivity and team dynamics? Join us as we have an insightful conversation with renowned divorce coach, Sarah Davison. She shares her personal journey through a tumultuous divorce, which ignited her mission to support others navigating similar hardships. Dive into the compelling world of divorce coaching, where Sarah reveals her array of support systems including one-to-one coaching, retreats, and online pr...

Unlock the secrets to transforming HR in the manufacturing sector with Monica Anderton, the Chief Human Resources Officer at DS Smith. Monica takes us through her remarkable journey of revolutionizing HR across various industries, shedding light on the innovative strategies implemented at their Lebanon, Indiana facility. With severe hiring challenges and an intense competition for talent, discover how DS Smith's unique Spanish language interpreter program is breaking barriers and expanding th...

This episode considers personal growth and where employee wellbeing is going wrong. Tune in as Bill Banham talks with Bianca Errigo, Founder at HumanOS. Bianca's inspiring journey is a profound tale of resilience and transformation. After starting her career with a focus on psychology, life threw an unexpected challenge her way with her father's illness, steering her into the world of tech sales. It was a high-stakes environment that led her to experience severe burnout, ultimately transformi...

The guest this time is Erich Kurschat, the owner of Harmony Insights LLC, a company that helps companies and consultants build high-performing teams and revenue streams around the Everything DiSC® and The Five Behaviors® assessments. He is also the founder of HRHotSeat, an inclusive mastermind community of real HR pros solving real HR problems. Erich draws from a broad range of experiences as a corporate HR professional, a public speaker, a classical musician, and a proud introvert to inspire...

Curious about transforming HR strategies and boosting employee engagement? Join us as we sit down with Laila Gillies, Head of HR for Hiscox USA, a leading insurer for more than 600,000 small businesses in the US. Listen as Laila discusses her experience of transforming Hiscox’s talent retention and engagement strategies, elevating employee experiences and advancing the company’s overall industry impact. Laila shares her innovative approaches to retaining top talent and fostering a thriving co...

In HRchat episode 760, we look ahead to Disrupt Manchester happening this evening. Joining Bill on the pod is Jon Sleightholme, Disrupt Manchester speaker and Director of Talent Acquisition Solutions at NFP, an Aon Company.Listen as Jon shares how his evolution from a professional rugby player to a corporate leader is filled with lessons from the sports world. Discover how the relentless pursuit of marginal gains and constant improvement can revolutionize talent acquisition and HR strategies....

The CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition (ACE) is happening next week! Joining Bill Banham on the pod is CIPD 2024 panelist and Principal Consultant at Woosh Ltd, Woosh Raza.Woosh shares his remarkable career path from private banking to founding Woosh Limited. Woosh's dedication to fostering meaningful, high-trust conversations propelled him into impactful HR roles within the healthcare and not-for-profit sectors. With a commitment to values like equality, diversity, and inclusion, Woosh ha...

Today we unlock some of the secrets of modern compensation strategies and the transformative power of pay transparency with our special guest, Trapper Yates, VP of Global Compensation for HP. Trapper brings his expert insights on managing equitable pay structures for HP's vast workforce and how his team navigates the complexities of global compensation across 60 countries. Discover how HP is tackling new legislation mandating salary range postings and the positive ripple effects this transpar...

Ever wonder how improv can change your life? In this HRchat episode Lynda Goodfriend joins Bill Banham to unpack the magic of acting and improv classes and how lessons can be taken into the office. Lynda Goodfriend is an American actress who is perhaps best known for playing Lori Beth Cunningham (née Allen), Richie's girlfriend then wife on the TV sitcom Happy Days.Having built lasting connections with legends like Ron Howard and Henry Winkler, Lynda shares fond memories and lessons from her ...

In the latest episode of the HRchat pod, we try to unlock the secret to turning people metrics into business success. Joining Bob Goodwin on the show this time is Kevin McDonald, VP of People Services and Insights at the EW Scripps Company. Tune in to discover how a company that's been around since the days of the Penny Press has transformed its HR operations to thrive in today's digital age. Kevin delves into the tangible costs of employee turnover and reveals how HR analytics can provide th...

Ever wondered why your leadership training efforts aren't yielding lasting change? Listen as Dr. Mike Ashby from The Breakthrough Co. unravels the mystery behind the ineffectiveness of traditional leadership development programs. Promising more than just theory, Dr. Mike shares how aligning training with real business goals and fostering emotional intelligence can create workplaces that are not only more human but also more productive. Discover how adopting a growth mindset can transform chal...

Curious about how love can transform leadership? We welcome the insightful Dr. Glenn Thomas, a self-described recovering bad leader, to share the Heartwork Leadership Framework on this episode of the HRchat Show. Drawing from his journey, Dr. Glenn illustrates how genuine care and effective communication can yield positive outcomes both in the workplace and beyond. As we navigate the often challenging landscape of post-Covid workplace cultures, he reveals startling research about employee dis...

Can AI transform the landscape of medical education? Join us as we bring you an enlightening discussion with David Lay, Assessment Manager at Queen Mary University of London, who unveils AI's transformative role in enhancing medical training. David takes host Bill Banham through his fascinating journey from a History student to a leader in competency-based training, highlighting the challenges medical trainees face, particularly those under the UK's National Health Service. Explore how AI str...

Unlock the secrets to creating a mentally healthy workplace with insights from Andrea Herron, CHRO at WebMD. Listen as Andrea opens up to guest host Bob Goodwin about her book, "There's an Elephant in Your Office," co-written with her sister, which addresses the stigma around mental health and provides practical strategies to support employees. Learn from Andrea’s personal experiences and gain a deeper understanding of why it's crucial to recognize behavioral changes in employees, especially ...

In this episode, Bob Goodwin talks with Dorie Clark, a renowned keynote speaker, best-selling author, and expert in leadership and strategy. If you’ve been on LinkedIn or read Harvard Business Review, you’ve likely come across her thought-provoking insights! Dorie is a WSJ Bestselling Author, Duke University Fuqua School of Business Adjunct Professor, Ranked #1 Communication Coach and 3x Top 50 Business Thinker in World - Thinkers50. Dorie shares her expertise on the evolving role of HR and t...

Pauline James, CEO of Anchor HR, and David Creelman, CEO of Creelman Research, are back as guest hosts to discuss the impact of AI in the Workplace. They are continuing their conversations with AI technology experts, striving to educate and support our community remain abreast of advances and considerations related to AI.In this episode, they speak with Mark Daley, Chief AI Officer at Western University Questions for Mark include:Impact on Workplace: How do you see AI impacting the future of ...

Ever wondered how an opera and punk rock singer becomes a leading voice in HR? Liz Ryan, CEO and founder of Human Workplace, shares her incredible journey with HRchat host, Bill Banham. From stage lights to boardrooms, Liz has passionately advocated for transforming workplaces into environments where energy and collaboration thrive. Despite initial skepticism, her mission to humanize work has resonated with professionals worldwide, earning her a top influencer spot on LinkedIn. Liz's unique p...

The guest this time is Nadia Alaee, Sr Director, HRBP at Deel. Nadia Alaee leads the global HR Business Partnership team at Deel. She and her team develop deep partnerships with Deel’s leaders to support, engage and grow their teams. She partners closely with stakeholders across the organization and the People Team to ensure team members have the best experience from onboarding and through their tenure at Deel. Nadia has worked at tech companies including YouTube and Liftoff Mobile, but found...

Implementing a smart and fair vehicle reimbursement program needs careful consideration of numerous factors, including tax implications, employee fairness, and administrative efficiency. By understanding the challenges and leveraging reliable technology solutions, companies can create a more cost-effective and compliant vehicle reimbursement program.In this HRchat episode, we consider some best practices for running an efficient vehicle reimbursement program at work and why it helps keep empl...

Event season is in full swing! While Bill Banham will be in Las Vegas next week for the HR Technology Conference and Expo, Chris Bjorling will be in Westlake Village, California for the Talent Management Summit by the Marcus Evans Group. In this special episode of the HRchat pod, Chris and Bill preview the Talent Management Summit happening September 23 and 24 at the Four Seasons Hotel. The summit is an invitation-only event bringing talent management execs, suppliers, and solution ...

Ever wondered how your commute could help save the planet? Join us as we explore the power of green employee benefits. Bill Banham sits down with Tom Baker, Partnership Manager at Octopus Electric Vehicles, who reveals how salary sacrifice schemes can make sustainable commuting more accessible and affordable. Learn about the staggering impact of transportation on UK emissions and discover how your company can reduce its carbon footprint by embracing greener transportation options.Employee exp...

Can workplace culture be the key to unlocking true diversity and inclusion? Join guest host Bob Goodwin as he sits down with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., CEO and President of SHRM, to uncover the rationale behind SHRM's much-talked-about shift from DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) to I&D (Inclusion and Diversity). Together, they delve into the heart of what it means to foster inclusion and embrace a broad definition of diversity, all while maintaining an unwavering commitment to equity. Jo...

Candidiates are getting increasingly jaded with poor recruitment experiences. Long wait times to schedule, ghosting, and a lack of communication are placing a bigger burden on candidates than in previous years. In this HRchat conversation, we focus on the candidate experience and tech to streamline and simplify interview scheduling.Joining Bill on the show is Adam Bird, CEO of Cronofy, an entrepreneur, software developer, and architect with a passion for using technology to solve busines...

Can leadership lessons from popular media transform your approach to talent management? Discover the answer as we sit down with Sy Islam, PhD, Head of Research at Kaizen Human Capital and Beth Messich, Principal & Founder at Beth Messich Coaching and Consulting LLC, two remarkable pros on stage at OrgDev24 in Atlanta next month. Sy brings a fresh perspective by integrating insights from TV shows and movies into leadership development, while Beth shares her expertise in executive coaching ...