Prioritizing Employee Experience for Frontline Workers Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: John Hadeed, US Vice President, People & Culture at Primark Today, we met with John Hadeed from Primark to talk about the importance of the employee experience for frontline workers. We look at the dynamic retail landscape, focusing on Primark's strategic growth plans and innovative HR strategies, and explore how prioritizing the workforce, fostering career development, and enhancing the employee experience will drive success in the market. From recruitment to leadership develo ..read more

The Play by Play - Cryptocurrency Basics with a Digital Assets Trader Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer Guest: Collin Kanyuck, Digital Asset Execution Service Analyst This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talked with Collin Kanyuck about cryptocurrency investing and trading and what you need to know to get started. - What is cryptocurrency? - Buying and mining cryptocurrencies - Crypto investing strategies and avoiding emotional decision-making - Crypto investment risks and potential future growth - The po ..read more

Overcoming the Roadblocks to a Better Employee Experience Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Kate Featherstone, Product Manager at MHR In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Kate Featherstone, Product Manager at HR Software specialists MHR, about their latest research into improving employee experience. During the conversation they discuss: Why employee experience is so importantBest ways to find out how your people feel about their experienceTopline research findingsWhat are organisations doing well and where might they be failingHow can companies use technology to better understand the exp ..read more

Inclusion Crusade 18 - Enhancing Workplace Bereavement Policies: Incorporating Pet Loss Support Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Erika Sinner, CEO of Directorie  Welcome back to the Inclusion Crusade, where I am on a mission to create workplaces where employees feel safe, seen and supported. One episode at a time. This week I sat down with Erika Sinner, CEO of Directorie. Erika is on a mission to champion empathy not only within her company but globally. Through the evolution of her career, she has become an advocate for organizations to update their bereavement leave policies and why ..read more

Dare to be Naive: Harnessing the Good in Business and People Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Joshua Berry, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Econic and Author of Dare to Be Naive Today, we met with author Joshua Berry to talk about his new book, Dare to be Naive and its impact on people and the workplace. We explored the intricate dynamics of workplace culture and personal growth, looking at the concept of naivete in business leadership. We talked about the importance of trust and love in shaping workplace culture and examined the impact of Gen Z on workplace ..read more

Understanding Employee Experience and the Moments that Matter Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Nicky Hoyland, CEO and Co-Founder of Huler In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Nicky Hoyland, CEO and Co-Founder of Employee Experience platform Huler, about the increasing focus on retention, engagement and experience. During the conversation they discuss: The growing focus on Employee Experience and Employee EngagementDefining and understanding the moments that matter to our peopleSimplifying tasksThe role that technology plays in enabling the Employee ExperienceGenerational perspectives on ..read more

Strategies for Reducing Employee Burnout and Supporting Mental Well-being Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish Steed Guest: Dr. Belinda Carrasco, Clinical Director, Koa Health  Today, we spoke with Dr. Belinda Carrasco from Koa Health about how work-related stress leads to burnout and how to prevent it. We discussed how to foster a postitive work environment by training leaders who demonstrate empathy, compassion, and practical communication skills. Koa Health's prevention first approach provides the tools necessary to normalize mental health conversations and help employees manage stresso ..read more

Overcoming Addiction and Supporting Others in Their Healing Journey Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Bryan Wempen, Author, F**K My Demons 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 ..read more

Learning and Recruiting Trends for 2024 from LinkedIn Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Liam Walsh, Senior Director of Talent Strategic Initiatives, LinkedIn Today, we met with Liam Walsh of LinkedIn to talk about how the landscape of recruiting and learning is changing. In this episode, we explore the evolution of skills-based hiring, emphasizing the crucial role of agility in today's workplace. We touch on the current job market, highlighting the importance of career development and transferable skills to navigate these shifts successfully. Additionally, we ..read more

HR’s Role in the Reinvention of Work Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Dr. Kelly Monahan, Managing Director of the Upwork Research Institute In this episode Mervyn talks to Kelly Monahan, Managing Director of the Upwork Research Institute, about their latest research on the reinvention of work and the roles that Generative AI, taskification and job disruption will play in reshaping the future talent market. Amongst the research findings they discuss:  Exponential growth in the number of tasks and skillsThe multiflexing workforceWhy Generative AI is a ‘grey rhino’ and not a ‘black ..read more