In this episode Ryan Leary and William Tincup take a look at LinkedIn Recruiter verification, the EEOC vs. Workday, ADA violations at Drexel University and disproportionate candidate rejections at Sheetz. We dig into this and more on this weeks episode of the BARF. Takeaways The high cost of weight loss drugs is leading insurance companies and employers to cut coverage, potentially limiting access to effective treatments. Sheetz, a convenience store chain, is facing allegations of discriminatory hiring practices, with claims that they disproportionately reject Indigenous and Black candidates ..read more

SAP, Microsoft Teams, Textio, the joint employer rule, overtime, ageism, and plenty of funding - This is what we look at today on this episode of the BARF. This weeks takeaways: SAP SuccessFactors and Microsoft Teams Partnership: Now, Microsoft Teams users can access performance management features through the app, thanks to the partnership with SAP SuccessFactors. Textio Layoffs: Textio's recent layoffs highlight the challenges HR tech companies face in a competitive market, emphasizing the importance of adapting to changing trends and technologies. Overtime Threshold Increase: With the ov ..read more

In this episode we run the gamete from Chick-fil-A's handling of transgender sexual harassment claims to Indeed's release of it's new solution Smart Sourcing. We look at $1 billion in funding and the commitment from IBM and Intel to skill more than 30 million workers in AI related opportunities by 2030. CareerArc gobbles up Lumina, Understanding Femtech, and Gen Z Jobsites. Show Takeaways: From the mind of Tincup: Hydration Boost: Electrolyte drinks with high levels of electrolytes are beneficial for hydration. Zero Tolerance for Harassment: Workplace harassment, irrespective of gender or se ..read more

Join Ryan Leary and William Tincup to break down the integration of AI in Oracle Fusion to the implications of tech layoffs and the workers' right to disconnect. Unpack the complexities of pay transparency, succession planning by way of ageism, and Subway's legal battles over sexual harassment. And, why does ChatGPT struggles with spelling 'burrito'. Takeaways Tech layoffs are a result of market corrections and changes in skill requirements, not solely due to AI. The workers' right to disconnect is a complex issue, with companies prioritizing productivity and employees seeking work-life bala ..read more

In this episode, we cover key news stories including Bullhorn's AI tools, the rise of "New Collar Workers," the EEOC's multi-million-dollar recoveries, and Elon Musk's bold prediction on AI surpassing human intelligence by 2029. Plus, we delve into the controversy surrounding Subway allegedly stealing tips from employees. Here's what we cover: CEO's Pro-Israel stance triggers employee departures, highlighting leadership's impact on workplace dynamics. Surge in PTO requests possibly linked to performance reviews indicates employee dissatisfaction. BYOC risks and remote work challenges undersc ..read more

In this Barf episode, Ryan Leary and William Tincup cover daylight savings, Gen Z coaching, overtime rules, and teens in high-paying jobs. They explore retirement plans, acquisitions, International Women's Day, AI, unionization, Accenture-Udacity Deel, AI in customer service, Elon Musk's pay, and the four-day work week. They also discuss work-life balance, HCM mergers, AI in music, employee trust, performance management, work's impact on happiness, and funding news. Takeaways Daylight savings confusion and its implications for productivity. Gen Z coaching for navigating the evolving job mark ..read more

Summary: In this episode, hosts William Tincup and Ryan Leary cover a breadth of HR topics. They stress the importance of companies providing facilities for breastfeeding employees to promote gender equity. Addressing the gender pay gap, they advocate for transparent compensation practices. They highlight internal mobility's role in offering career progression for all and urge companies to invest in AI for competitiveness. The conversation also explores HR industry consolidation and major acquisitions, including Workday's purchase of HiredScore and Business Solver's acquisition of Capstone Gro ..read more

Summary In this conversation, Ryan Leary and William Tincup discuss various topics related to AI and its impact on the workforce. They start by talking about digital employees and how they are being used to replace administrative tasks in businesses. They also discuss a case where Home Depot violated labor laws by firing an employee for wearing a Black Lives Matter apron. The conversation then shifts to the US Justice Department hiring its first Chief AI Officer and the importance of AI skills in today's job market. They also mention a quiz game that highlights AI bias and a study on changes i ..read more

Summary In this conversation, Ryan Leary and William Tincup discuss various topics, including the revival of Bing with OpenAI's support, the impact of childcare issues on employers, the importance of humane practices in managing layoffs, and the acquisition of HireRight by General Atlantic and StonePoint Capital. They also touch on the potential of generative AI and the need for leaders to understand and leverage its capabilities. Overall, the conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in the HR and technology space. In this conversation, William Tincup and Ryan Leary discuss var ..read more

Summary In this conversation, William Tincup and Ryan Leary discuss various topics including the hiring of Marisa Kacary at Wilson HCG, the high percentage of American workers actively looking for new jobs, the right to disconnect in Australia, the increase in office occupancy in the US, the hidden cost of employee theft, the flight risks of high performers and millennials with strict return to office mandates, the importance of financial wellness in the workplace, and the embedding of generative AI in Oracle and ADP Assist. In this episode, William Tincup and Ryan Leary discuss various topics ..read more