Today is Eclipse Day in North America AND we've hit HRchat episode 700!!! To help us celebrate the double whammy and look ahead to DisruptHR Buffalo on Thursday is Dr. Kristy F. Tyson, President-Elect of ATD Buffalo Niagara Chapter - a region that'll enjoy the full eclipse later today. Tune in to learn about ways ATD is helping the business community. Listen too, to get the lowdown on what to expect at DisruptHR Buffalo Feature Your Brand on the HRchat Podcast The HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent ..read more

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, new DisruptHR Buffalo co-organizers Bill Banham and Chris Bjorling preview the relaunch event happening on April 11 plus they discuss their hopes for the ATD Conference and Expo in New Orleans in May.  Learn more and get tickets:  DisruptHR Buffalo, April 11 ATD Conference, May 19-22 Feature Your Brand on the HRchat Podcast The HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social med ..read more

In this HRchat episode, we consider what it takes to achieve happiness at work. Tune in as we also share ways to better measure employee engagement. Our guest this time is Nic Marks, CEO and Founder of Friday Pulse. Nic was once described as a “Statistician with a Soul” because of his unusual combination of ‘hard’ statistical skills and ‘soft’ people skills, he draws on scientific evidence to show that everyone benefits when businesses take happiness seriously. In 2018, Nic founded Friday Pulse an innovative tech business based in London to be the catalyst in changing the world of work for t ..read more

In this episode of the HRchat show we discuss ways to support the physical and mental wellbeing of employees. The guest this time is Dr. Ally Jaffee, a multi-award-winning NHS Doctor and mental health speaker featured on Channel 4, the BBC, The Times and more. Ally is a passionate Mental Health Content Creator with over 18,000 followers across her social media platforms. She has spoken at high-level events including Google London, Royal Society of Medicine, University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, Imperial College London, The House of Lords,The Wellcome Collection, Soho House and Soho ..read more

In this episode of the HRchat show, we discuss reasons why we should rethink employee appraisals. Our returning guest is Lucinda Carney, Founder and CEO of Actus Performance Management Software which was launched in 2009 and has 10,000s of users across the globe. Lucinda is a Chartered Psychologist with 20 years of corporate HR experience. She is considered a thought leader in various people management and change-related business topics. She is also an accomplished Speaker, Consultant, and Coach. She was named ‘Everywoman Tech Entrepreneur of the Year in 2016’ and ‘Winner of one of the UK’s ..read more

In this episode of the HRchat show, we shine a light on a new pod called 'Work in Progress' by Matrix. Bill Banham's guest is Roger Clements, Chief Growth Officer at Matrix. Roger joined Matrix at the beginning of 2023 assuming responsibility for leading Matrix’s growth strategy. Roger has over 25 years of experience within the field of human capital management and workforce solutions. His experience spans working in prominent leadership roles for global HR Outsourcing, Recruitment Process Outsourcing and Managed Service Provider firms as well as experience gained within HR functions at larg ..read more

In this HRchat episode, we welcome Laura Probert, Chief People Officer at Egress to share tips to help companies combat cyber attacks. Laura is responsible for the company’s global people strategy. Her focus is on attracting, retaining, and developing world-class talent, including creating a high-performing culture that rewards and recognizes its people, provides flexibility, training and career development, and supports mental and physical wellbeing. With over 25 years of experience, Laura is passionate about creating successful people development strategies and building agile, high-perform ..read more

In this episode, we consider why motivation is key to employee retention and higher performance. The guest this time is Paul Yoachum, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at FindMojo, the creators of the Motivators Assessment, the workplace motivation assessment. Paul is responsible for overseeing the company’s growth, customer acquisition, content, and product strategy. He is a frequent speaker at training and leadership events throughout North America where he speaks on sales performance, employee motivation and productivity, corporate culture, and teamwork. He also guest lectures at universitie ..read more

Unlock the secrets to creating a workplace where everyone thrives as HR expert and career coach, Jessica D. Winder joins Bill Banham on the HRchat show. Discover the role of leadership in shaping an inclusive company culture, and how the right training can equip middle managers to foster teams that not only feel safe but genuinely belong. Jessica doesn't just share wisdom from her professional playbook; she offers a glimpse into her HR journey, revealing personal growth gems like the power of patience and the clarity that comes with meditation. Questions for Jessica include: How can people ..read more

Unlock the secrets to a sharper mind and a more balanced emotional state with the help of Dr. Rachel Gow, an expert nutritional neuroscientist, in our lively and enlightening conversation. Discover how the foods you eat have a direct line to your cognitive functions, impacting everything from your ability to focus to your emotional well-being. Dr. Gow opens the door to understanding the critical role that nutrients, particularly omega-3 fatty acids, play in enhancing neurotransmission—think of it as the brain's way of swiftly navigating through a sea of daily challenges. Guest host Nick Stei ..read more