HR unConfidential Episodes
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Career
Journey
This collection of episodes includes conversations on how to chart your career path as well as detailed, practical tips and advice as you embark on a job search.
Workplace
Culture
The workplace is full of humans who make up the culture and various sub-cultures. These episodes cover various topics that shape or break an organization’s culture.
Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion is a hot topic in the workplace, and HR professionals are well positioned to make sure DEI goes beyond just talk. Check out these episodes to learn more about the experiences of marginalized groups in the workplace and discussions on how we can all influence positive change.
For HR
Only
While many of our episodes are HR and non-HR professionals alike, this collection of episodes is geared specifically towards our colleagues in HR and those interested in pursuing a career in HR.
Leadership
Matters
The role as a leader and/or manager of people in an organization is a unique and critical role that has a significant impact on the lives and careers of employees. In these episodes we are sharing insights and best practices to strengthen the capabilities of leaders within organizations.
Navigating the
Workplace
Interested in topics about how to navigate day-to-day life in the workplace? These episodes cover common and not so common things we all face at work such as resolving conflict, getting out of unnecessary meetings, overcoming imposter syndrome, and many more.
Random
Musings
Sometimes we get into conversations that don’t fit into a specific category. Check out this collection of random topics and get to know us a bit more!
Workplace
Shenanigans
Life in HR is not all policies and performance appraisals. Listen to this collection of episodes that offers a behind the scenes look at some of the crazy situations HR professionals often find themselves having to address.
The HR unConfidential Archive
2023
Finding Your Z
Released February 19th
Gina and Turiya are joined by Candyce Penteado and Michelle Newman, authors of Finding Your Z: An A-Z Roadmap for Realizing Your Ideal Life. Listen as they discuss a different approach to navigating life & career choices through a framework and guided reflection on what might fulfill your whole self. They also discuss how companies and leaders should evolve their thinking and approach to career navigation and development to support employees in search of their "Z".
Link to their book here - Finding Your Z
Candyce's Website - The People Side
Modern Management
Released December 11, 2023
Gina and Turiya are joined by repeat guest, speaker, advisor, and author Christine Sandman Stone. Listen as they discuss Christine's newest book - The Modern Management Mentor - and dig into why such a book is needed, the key attributes of a successful manager, and what companies can do to modernize their approach to leadership & manager development.
All About Culture
Released November 27, 2023
"What is culture? How is culture created & maintained? What constitutes a healthy or toxic culture? Where do you even start? Turiya & Gina are joined by culture designer & consultant, Gustavo Razzetti to answer all of these questions and more. Listen as we unpack the sometimes ambigous and misunderstood topic of organizational culture and share practical steps companies can take to cultivate a culture that works for them.
Gustavo Razzetti is the founder & CEO of Fearless Culture and the author of several books including his most recent, Remote Not Distant.
What Makes a Dream Team?
Released September 28, 2023
Gina and Turiya are joined by Scott Tannenbaum, President of the Group for Orgnaizational Effectiveness to discuss the importance and impact of effective teams in an organization and best practices for setting teams up for success.
Group for Organizational Effectiveness Website
The gOEbase Org Effectiveness Toolkit
Scott's Book
Leadership Trends
Released September 5, 2023
Gina and Turiya are joined by LaTonya Wilkins, founder and CEO of Change Coaches, to discuss LaTonya's recent article about trends shaping the future workplace and how leaders can measure up. Listen to hear LaTonya's thoughts on the top three trends that leaders need to be aware of, how leaders can evolve to meet the changing needs of the workforce, and the role HR professionals can play to support leaders and their organization on this journey.
References:
LinkedIn Article
Change Coaches Web Site
LaTonya's book
The Role of White Men in D.E.I.B
Released August 1, 2023
Gina & Turiya are joined by Mike Lynch, founder of MJL Consulting Group and DEIB consutant who focuses his efforts towards educating and coaching white men. Listen in on our discussion about the role white men play in helping or hindering DEIB efforts in the workplace.
Mike's website - MJL Consulting
Link to book referenced in the episode - Letters to my White Male Friends
Assessments: Tool vs. Weapon
Released April 18, 2023
Gina and Turiya are joined by Oneka Cornelius, HR and Organizatinal Development expert and the founder of Convergence Solutions. They discuss the world of assessments in the workplace and the various ways they are used from recruitment to leadership development and team effectivness. They also discuss how they might be misused, and how HR professionals can influence proper use, along with the importance of after-care for those on the receiving end of assessment results. You don't want to miss this conversation!!!
Check out Convergence Solutions to learn more about Oneka and how you can work with her. Click here to check out the book that Oneka contributed to.
It's Complicated!
Released Mar 29, 2023
Turiya and Gina are joined by Theresa Shea, EVP & General Counsel and overal legal mastermind!
They discuss the dynamic world of labor & employment law, it's impacts on the workplace, and how HR and leaders are navigating the increasing demands to not only meet nationwide compliance requirments but als the increasing needs and demands of employees, Boards, shareholders, and customers.
The TL;DR - complying with laws are tabelstakes and organizations must be doing much more to ensure the attraction and retention of the talent they need and create an inclusive workplace.
2022
Working Parents
Released Mar 18, 2022
Being a working parent has always required balancing and the last couple of years have only exacerbated that, particularly for those who identify as women. In this episode, Gina & Turiya are joined by author & speaker, Christine Sandman Stone. Christine is the author of The Parent Track and chats with us about her experiences and her thoughts on ways to hack parenting and raise good humans while maintaining a successful career.
Check out Christine's website here: https://www.christinesandmanstone.com/
Purchase your copy of The Parent Track at this link.
Recovery in the Workplace
Released Feb 26, 2022
Gina and Turiya are joined by Ashley Loeb Blassingame, founder and Chief People Officer of Lionrock Recovery to discuss the very important but often unspoken topic of recovery in the workplace. Ashley shares her personal experience with recovery and what HR professionals and organizations should know about supporting employees who may be active substance/alcohol users or on a path to recovery.
More information about Lionrock can be found at www.lionrockrecovery.com.
Check out Ashley's podcast "The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast" on Apple Podcasts
2021
Workspace 2.0
Gina and Turiya are joined by Vicki Bartling & Emily Watkins of unispace, a leader in workspace strategy and design, to discuss how needs, design, and employee expectations of the physical workspace have evolved in recent years. We also discuss the connection between corporate real estate and employee experience and the increased role HR is playing in workspace design decisions. Learn more about unispace at unispace.com.
Courage in the Age of Social Revolution
Gina and Turiya are joined by Fran Benjamin and Monique Cadle of Goodwork Consulting, a organizational strategy and human capital consulting firm, to discuss the critical competency of courage for HR professionals. Listen in for insights into why courage is so important for the work of HR professionals, potential barriers to courage and how an HR professional might overcome those barriers. Connect with Goodworks Consulting via their website.
Culture of Recognition
Gina and Turiya are joined by a special guest and friend of the show, Denis Beausejour, Managing Director at OC Tanner. Listen in as they discuss OC Tanner’s 2021 Culture Report and trends, best practices, and reflections on recognizing the accomplishments and humanity of employees in the workplace.
Inclusive Leadership
Gina and Turiya are joined by Sonya Kaleel, Founder and DEI Strategist at The Inclusion Practice, for an important conversation about inclusive leadership. Listen as they discuss the enhanced focus and expectations of inclusive leadership, how leaders can start their self-exploration journey, and the 4 Cs of inclusive leadership.
Relevant links:
Culture of Recognition
Gina and Turiya are joined by a special guest and friend of the show, Denis Beausejour, Managing Director at OC Tanner. Listen in as they discuss OC Tanner’s 2021 Culture Report and trends, best practices, and reflections on recognizing the accomplishments and humanity of employees in the workplace.
HR vs. Racism
Gina and Turiya are joined by Oneka Cornelius, Nicole Dessain, and Kendra Jackson, the founders and leaders of HR vs. Racism, a community that aims to create a space for HR professionals to heal, become courageous allies, and learn how to design equitable workplaces. You don't want to miss this insightful and vulnerable conversation about our personal journeys and combined commitment to reshape HR.
Learn more about the HR vs. Racism community and join by visiting www.hrvsracism.org See below for other resources mentioned in the episode:
Women’s History Month
March is Women's History Month!!! Listen as Gina and Turiya reflect on their experiences as women in the workplace.
We're 3 Years Old!!!
HR unConfidential turned 3 years old on March 7, 2021. Listen as Gina and Turiya reflect on the past three years, share their favorite and do-over episodes, and discuss their goals for what comes next for the show!
Forever Changed
Career Transitions
In the first episode of the New Year, Gina and Turiya welcome their very first guests!!! Murrieal Orendorff, CEO of One Career Coach, joins us to share wisdom and tips for individuals faced with a career transition. With near 20 million Americans experiencing job loss over the past year, this timely discussion will provide insight into where to start, how to best differentiate yourself, and how to avoid some of the common pitfalls of transitioning into a new career.
2020
Anti-Racism, Part 2: HR Tips
Mental Health in the Workplace
It's Time to Be Anti-Racist!
Enough is enough! Listen as Gina and Turiya discuss recent events of racism, the impacts on the workplace, and what we can all do to be anti-racist.
Crazy HR Stories 3, Work From Home Fails
COVID Job Loss Strategies
Checking In
Working from Home
Keep Calm and Use Hand Sanitizer!
We All Make Misteaks!
Values
Do you know what your personal values are? Do they match your company's values? In This episode Gina and Turiya discuss their personal values and how they assessed them. They also discuss how being clear on your values can lead to a more fulfilling experience in the workplace and what to do if there's not alignment. You can find Brene Brown's "Dare to Lead" hub and on the same site, check out this values list.
Employee Experience
Reflecting On 2019
2019
What Leaders Think of HR, Part 2
What Leaders Think of HR, Part 1
This Meeting Could've Been an Email!
Stalkers and more Caca!!! - Crazy HR Stories Part 2
Imposter Syndrome
In this episode, Gina and Turiya discuss a term they became more recently familiar with, imposter syndrome. Hearing about it unlocked instances where both hosts had suffered from it before. Now, they offer their tips for transitioning from asking "why me," to "why not me?" Here is a useful link on overcoming imposter syndrome.
Tips and Tricks to Prioritize and Say No!
As a follow up to the Burnout Intervention episode, Gina and Turiya share their personal tips and tricks for prioritizing and how to say no when necessary.
Check out the Steven Covey prioritization matrix.
This is Gina's current planner.
Check out author Claire Diaz-Ortiz.
Bad HR!
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