In this week’s episode we will answer some questions from you. Questions answered in this episode range from someone who is unsure if their resume exaggeration will get them into trouble, to another listener who has a funny feeling about how the company has on-boarded her. Two more questions are answered in the back half of our program, one being from an employee who is on a performance improvement plan which they find invalid and finally we round out the show with one last question around an employee who keeps medical supplies in her cubicle and is unsure of her privacy privileges. See mon ..read more

Join us for a Special Edition of the podcast, centered around the COVID-19 crisis. In this candid conversational episode we explore the "new normal" that many of us have been coping with given social distancing and remote working recommendations. I share some tips on creating your "zen" space at home with your new found co-workers (e.g. kids, partners, extended family) and also some tips on boosting collaboration from a distance with your teams. As always, we are here for your questions. Send them in to contact@workplacelab.org! Find our episode archives and other resources at workplacelab.or ..read more

Join us this episode for a candid talk about healthcare benefits. For anyone who is confused about the difference between maximum out of pocket, co-insurance, and deductibles- this episode is for you. We are joined by Tony Marshall of Maverick Services who is a veritable expert on the must knows about your health insurance. Find more about Tony and Maverick Services as mavadvantage.com ..read more

Welcome back Workplace Labbers! We hope you've had a wonderful start to your 2020. Its been busy and as some have expressed an emotionally draining year already! Listen in for some great advice from a brand new co-cost Karen Weeks! Yay. Our theme this episode is about not letting change just happen to you... but how to be a part of the change. We talk about prepping for feedback conversations around the future of your career, understanding reskilling and the future of work and taking advantage of online courses, and we also discuss how to know if you are ready for a work pivot. The resources ..read more

I am joined this episode by Hilary Jane Grosskopf, who is a leadership strategist, writer, and yoga teacher. She founded her business Awake Leadership solutions to equip leaders and aspiring leaders with a "systems" approach to team and productivity challenges. In this episode we have a wide ranging discussion about a number of topics, including how to use systems thinking in your everyday life, managing up, work/life integration, and mind-mapping to realize greater potential in your work and life. You can learn more about Hilary and find her resource page at awakeleadershipsolutions.com Fin ..read more

We are back with our first Q&A episode of the season, and I had to bring back my friend and guest co-host Tim Dahlby for the fun. IN this episode we explore 3 questions- 1) does HR have a rule of thumb for how many people they will interview for a job? 2) Should a co-opt intern succumb to the stereotypes of being a part of the most "sensitive" generation by raising an HR complaint? and 3) Do HR people have a secret, covert blacklist of employees that they share? Needless to say, we get a little cheeky. Have a listen and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review ..read more

Welcome back to part 2 of this 2 part episode! We continue our interview with Andie Kramer and Al Harris, husband and wife attorneys and researchers in the area of gender bias. In this final segment, we discuss more on body language, sponsorship, and the intersectionality of being a double minority ..read more

Welcome back from summer hiatus! We couldn't be more excited to unveil a new season of episodes for you where we interview world thought leaders and answer your burning questions in various areas impacting our working lives. In part 1 of this 2 part episode, we interview Andie Kramer and Al Harris, husband and wife attorneys and researchers in the area of gender bias. This timely topic includes us discussing implicit bias, privilege, and tactics for both women and men allies. We also discuss how you need to get out of your comfort zone for real change to happen! Tune in next time for Part 2 ..read more

In this episode, I interview Bill Patti, a life-long voice coach who has helped hundreds find their very best selves by tweaking their speaking voices. We discuss a variety of ways your voice can help you position yourself credibly at work, and I ask Bill for tips on how to tweak your voice if you’ve fallen into bad speaking habits. I also ask Bill for his views of how women can avoid some common gender pitfalls with just their tone of voice. Find out more and book time with Bill at https://yourvoiceprofessor.com/ Find our episode catalogue at workplacelab.org, and please be sure to rate and ..read more

Listen to a throwback episode where we explore the #metoo movement, and answer some of your burning questions. 1. What to do when you find out your boss is doing drugs? 2. What to do when there's a pay freeze and somehow you got a raise, and 3. How to handle racists or sexist comments in a work-related group chat. Visit us at workplacelab.org for our entire episode archive. Be sure to rate and review our show on iTunes! You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter @workplacelab ..read more