Humans Resourced

It’s not uncommon for leaders to think they have everything covered to ensure an M&A integration goes smoothly. It’s also not uncommon for them to be wrong about that. Courtney Hughes-O’Connell is an HR strategist and change manager with decades of experience shepherding organizations through the M&A process. In this episode, Courtney shares how she delivers insight and perspective that can be elusive for those running a bu...

Is it a good idea to ‘re-purpose’ the people workforce instead of laying them off in times of tight budgets and thin margins?  There’s a new episode of The Humans Resourced coming soon that answers that question. 
Hear from host Kyle Healy as he talks with outplacement and career transition expert, Heather Dolan from Challenger, Gray and Christmas, Inc., about HR burnout, devoting more effort into employee well-being and the tr...

When employees don’t fully utilize their benefits, they’re essentially taking a 32% pay cut. Cassandra Rose from Fringe says it also sends a message to employers that they no longer need to invest in customized benefits. In this episode, Cassandra details why communication, recognizing the needs of diverse workforces and making HR your friend are critical to maximizing the impact of benefits for everyone involved. 

Fringe | The Worl...

Adrienne Barnard is a big believer in intrinsic motivation. She sees its key elements – autonomy, mastery, purpose – as critical to employee engagement and success. In this conversation on evolving return to office dynamics, Adrienne shares her insights on creating a culture where intrinsic motivation rules, the time/effort it takes to get there, avoiding the “lazy” approach and the perils of mandate exceptions. 

Mainstay | Empoweri...

When employees thrive, organizations thrive. But in a world of information overload, burnout and stress, how do we train our brains to handle it all? The answers are in Brain ON!, a practical playbook – authored by NFP’s Deb Smolensky – for sharpening focus, boosting energy, and winning the workday. In the first episode of season 2, Deb provides insight on strengthening our brain’s “muscles,” how Brain ON! can help HR leaders and w...

The FBI has identified sextortion as a public safety issue, especially for teens, elevating the need to be vigilant in keeping loved ones safe. With many families unsure of where to start, two HR/well-being experts share how they’re providing valuable resources – including a cyberbullying toolkit – and helping colleagues and clients “connect with their village” so they can access the support they need. 

 Guests: Doreen Davis, SPHR, ...

Servant leadership – “a total downward focus in how you manage your people” – isn’t a new concept, but it’s still not universally understood and embraced. Janet Potts of Suvoda, who has a passion for servant leadership, shares her insight on the positives for organizations when managers lead selflessly and prioritize employee empowerment, growth and success.

Suvoda | Clinical Trial Technology
Suvoda is a global clinica...

Jessica Williams of Refine Labs discusses being honest about your benefits, preparing caregivers for leave, and what it means to be a “talent destination.”

Refine Labs | Revenue R&D Laboratory
As the world’s first Revenue R&D laboratory, we consistently launch, scale, and manage new revenue programs that create breakthroughs in growth for the world’s leading B2B software companies.

Refine Labs | R...

Heidrick & Struggles’ Lisa Baird discusses how HR is having its moment, her take on hiring first principle thinkers, the growth of HRIS and the reliance on data, and the risks that come with overpaying for that employee you just have to have in your organization.

NFP | For Your Business, For Your People, For Your Life

NFP is a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and retirement plan advisor ...

In this wide-ranging conversation, Molly Crane from Marcum talks about competing for talent, showing you care with action (and creativity), the power of effective communication and expectation management, and how purpose is a critical ingredient in a successful return to office strategy.

NFP | For Your Business, For Your People, For Your Life

NFP is a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and ret...