Overcoming Addiction and Supporting Others in Their Healing Journey

Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed

Guest: Bryan Wempen, Author, F**K My Demons

Summary

We’re bringing back an important conversation for National Recovery Month - an encore presentation of last year’s podcast on addiction recovery. The message is just as timely and powerful today.

Today, we met with author Bryan Wempen to talk about addiction, mental health, and self-exploration. In this episode, we explored Bryan’s transformative experience of overcoming addiction and the profound impact it had on both personal and professional growth. The conversation explored the intricate web of addiction, the powerful force of denial, and the ripple effect on families.

Additionally, Bryan shed light on the prevalent issues of mental health stigma and addiction within the workplace, highlighting the need for compassion and understanding. Ultimately, the episode provides insights into the process of healing and the potential for positive change, offering hope for those navigating similar challenges in their own lives or with a loved one.

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. AI is everywhere. But here’s what most headlines miss: AI is only as good as the data that feeds it. Workhuman has built the world’s deepest well of recognition data. Peer-to-peer messages celebrating real achievements in the workplace. Now, they’re using AI to transform this data into actionable people insights. For the first time ever, companies can discover hidden skills across departments. Spot quiet leaders. Identify who needs support, and understand their people dynamics at scale. It’s called Human Intelligence, and it’s so powerful that Workhuman guarantees measurable culture improvements that drive real business results. Head over to workhuman.com to learn more. Workhuman, a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network.

Creating a New Operating Model for HR

Host: Mervyn Dinnen

Guest: Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer of PTHR

In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Perry Timms, who has been five times recognised by HR Magazine as one of the Most Influential Thinkers in HR, about his new book - The HR Operating Model.

During the conversation they discuss:

• Why we need a new operating model that aligns with today's business environment
• The fout key elements of people experience, data & analytics, agility and technology integration
• The importance of systems thinking, product management, & organizational psychology
• Working backwards from business impact to create HR interventions and programs
• Creating a high performance workforce
• Need for strong ownership and product orientation in technology implementation
• Importance of talent development, culture, and product management in high performing organizations
• How HR professionals need to focus on business value and creating a clear vision for the organization

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. AI is everywhere. But here’s what most headlines miss: AI is only as good as the data that feeds it. Workhuman has built the world’s deepest well of recognition data. Peer-to-peer messages celebrating real achievements in the workplace. Now, they’re using AI to transform this data into actionable people insights. For the first time ever, companies can discover hidden skills across departments. Spot quiet leaders. Identify who needs support, and understand their people dynamics at scale. It’s called Human Intelligence, and it’s so powerful that Workhuman guarantees measurable culture improvements that drive real business results. Head over to workhuman.com to learn more. Workhuman, a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network.

Upskilling Opportunities Creating Pathways to Success

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Patricia Gill, Director of Workforce Development at NRAEF and Leader of the HOPES Program

Summary

In this episode of At Work In America, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Patricia Gill, Director of Workforce Development at the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. They discuss the importance of providing opportunities in the workforce, particularly in the restaurant industry, through programs like Restaurant Ready and HOPES. The conversation highlights the significance of competency-based training, community collaboration, and the success rates of individuals who have participated in these programs. Patricia shares insights on how these initiatives not only help individuals gain employment but also contribute to reducing recidivism rates and fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace.

Chapters

03:12 Exploring Workforce Development Opportunities

09:15 Understanding the Restaurant Ready Program

12:03 Connecting Talent with Opportunities

14:18 Success Stories from the HOPES Program

18:16 Core Skills for Diverse Populations

20:55 The Value of Hospitality Careers

25:06 Engaging with the Programs

29:49 Closing Thoughts and Restaurant Recommendations

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. AI is everywhere. But here’s what most headlines miss: AI is only as good as the data that feeds it. Workhuman has built the world’s deepest well of recognition data. Peer-to-peer messages celebrating real achievements in the workplace. Now, they’re using AI to transform this data into actionable people insights. For the first time ever, companies can discover hidden skills across departments. Spot quiet leaders. Identify who needs support, and understand their people dynamics at scale. It’s called Human Intelligence, and it’s so powerful that Workhuman guarantees measurable culture improvements that drive real business results. Head over to workhuman.com to learn more. Workhuman, a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network.

Creative Approaches to Employee Financial Wellbeing

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Einat Steklov, CEO & Co-founder of Kashable

Summary

In this episode of At Work in America, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed sit down with Einat Steklov, CEO and co-founder of Kashable, to discuss financial well-being in the workplace. The conversation explores how employers can support their employees’ financial health through voluntary benefits, why access to credit is often a barrier for workers, and how Kashable leverages employment data to provide fair, low-cost loans and financial tools. The episode highlights the direct link between financial stress, overall well-being, and workplace productivity—and why organizations should act now to provide meaningful solutions.

Chapters

00:00 Financial Wellbeing Introduction

04:01 Rethinking Credit

05:44 How Kashable Works for Employees and Employers

11:36 Reducing Employee Stress around Financial Wellbeing

19:08 Financial Stress and Burnout

24:29 Open Enrollment and Communication

29:30 The Rising Cost of Living

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. Who showed the most growth at your workplace this year? Who are your emerging leaders? How about the quiet drivers behind that successful project? You probably have your hunches. But what if the answers to your most pressing culture questions could be answered not just by one individual, but by the collective wisdom of the organization? Human Intelligence from Workhuman is helping forward-thinking companies reimagine talent management and employee engagement by doing just that. Through your company's recognition data and the world's first recognition-trained AI model, you can uncover what was previously invisible in your culture to make smarter business decisions. Guaranteed. Head over to workhuman.com to take the guesswork out of your growth strategy.

Back to School… 4 Years Later

Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer

Game Time Guest: Carleigh McFarlane

Summary

In this episode of The Play by Play, hosts Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer reflect on their college experiences, discussing the transition from high school to college, personal challenges, the importance of friendships and networking, and the surprises they encountered along the way. They also share advice for incoming students and engage in a fun trivia game about back-to-school items, highlighting the significance of education and personal growth during this transformative time. The episode ends with a fun back-to-school game time. Listen in!

Chapters

0:00 The Transition from High School to College

02:51 Personal Experiences and Challenges in College

05:41 Surprises and Opportunities in College

08:30 Balancing Work and School Life

11:19 Advice for Incoming College Students

14:13 The Impact of this Podcast on their College Experience

20:01 Game Time

46:50 Quote of the Show

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. Who showed the most growth at your workplace this year? Who are your emerging leaders? How about the quiet drivers behind that successful project? You probably have your hunches. But what if the answers to your most pressing culture questions could be answered not just by one individual, but by the collective wisdom of the organization? Human Intelligence from Workhuman is helping forward-thinking companies reimagine talent management and employee engagement by doing just that. Through your company's recognition data and the world's first recognition-trained AI model, you can uncover what was previously invisible in your culture to make smarter business decisions. Guaranteed. Head over to workhuman.com to take the guesswork out of your growth strategy.

The Case for In-Person: The Hidden Limits of Remote and Hybrid Work

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Peter Cappelli, George W. Taylor Professor of Management and Director of Wharton's Center for Human Resources

Summary

In this episode of At Work in America, Steve Boese and Trish Steed chat with Peter Cappelli, a renowned expert on management and human resources, to discuss the evolving landscape of work, particularly in the context of remote and hybrid models. They explore the historical context of remote work, the impact of the pandemic, and the importance of in-person interactions for employee engagement and organizational culture. The conversation explores the challenges faced by management in navigating these changes, the significance of social capital, and strategies for effective hybrid work environments. In conclusion, they address the need for organizations to adapt and rethink their approaches to work, highlighting the importance of leadership in facilitating these transitions.

Chapters

03:00 The Evolution of Remote Work

05:54 The Pandemic's Impact on Work Dynamics

08:47 The Benefits of In-Person Work

12:03 The Challenges of Remote Work

18:05 Management's Role in the New Work Environment

20:46 Preparing the Next Generation for Work

34:10 Strategies for Effective Hybrid Work

39:03 The Importance of Storytelling in Leadership

41:56 Optimism in the Future of Work

Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. Who showed the most growth at your workplace this year? Who are your emerging leaders? How about the quiet drivers behind that successful project? You probably have your hunches. But what if the answers to your most pressing culture questions could be answered not just by one individual, but by the collective wisdom of the organization? Human Intelligence from Workhuman is helping forward-thinking companies reimagine talent management and employee engagement by doing just that. Through your company's recognition data and the world's first recognition-trained AI model, you can uncover what was previously invisible in your culture to make smarter business decisions. Guaranteed. Head over to workhuman.com to take the guesswork out of your growth strategy.

How HR Can Unlock the Power of the Multi-Generational Workforce

Host: Mervyn Dinnen

Guest: Lyndsey Simpson, Founder and CEO of the 55Redefined Group

In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Lyndsey Simpson, Founder and CEO of the 55Redefined Group, about workplace diversity and the changing landscape of retirement, with a focus on the value of -and misconceptions surrounding - older workers. She is also author of the forthcoming book 'The Age Rebellion'

During the conversation they discuss:

- Empowering Older Workers in the Workforce

- The "Rainbow of Retirement" as older workers initially enjoy leisure time but miss the lack of purpose they had in the workplace

- How Lyndsey managed to hire 400 retired bankers as contractors for a project

- The value of having more experienced workers back in the workforce

- Challenging the myths around older workers

- Personalising multi-generational EVPs

- Importance of intergenerational teams and strategies for fostering a diverse workforce

- Strategies for reinventing careers

Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Human Intelligence from Workhuman is helping forward-thinking companies reimagine talent management and employee engagement by doing just that. Through your company's recognition data and the world's first recognition-trained AI model, you can uncover what was previously invisible in your culture to make smarter business decisions. Guaranteed. Head over to workhuman.com to take the guesswork out of your growth strategy.To learn more, go to Workhuman.com

Host: Steve Boese, Trish Steed

Guest: Brad Anderson, President of Products, UX, Engineering & Ecosystem, Qualtrics

Welcome back to the System of Record!

In this episode, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed dive into the transformative power of AI in customer and employee experience management with Brad Anderson of Qualtrics. On the show we discuss how AI is revolutionizing the way organizations listen, understand, and act on customer and employee feedback, moving from traditional survey-based insights to real-time, AI-driven actions. Listen in to learn about the challenges and opportunities in adopting AI technologies and how they are reshaping the landscape of enterprise tech. You will take away some great insights into the future of experience management and the pivotal role AI plays in making business more human.

Key highlights:

The role of AI in transforming experience management

Qualtrics' mission to improve the human experience

The evolution of feedback systems from surveys to AI-driven insights

Challenges and opportunities in data privacy and security

The impact of AI on productivity and personalization in enterprise tech

Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman

Who showed the most growth at your workplace this year? Who are your emerging leaders? How about the quiet drivers behind that successful project?

You probably have your hunches. But what if the answers to your most pressing culture questions could be answered not just by one individual, but by the collective wisdom of the organization?

Human Intelligence from Workhuman is helping forward-thinking companies reimagine talent management and employee engagement by doing just that.

Through your company's recognition data and the world's first recognition-trained AI model, you can uncover what was previously invisible in your culture to make smarter business decisions. Guaranteed.

Head over to workhuman.com to take the guesswork out of your growth strategy.