The HR Sound Off Podcast Show

Let‘s Sound Off On Bullying In The Workplace - James Guilford

James Guilford joins me in the sound booth to discuss this very relevant topic. In a time of pandemic, racism and sexism, it is abundantly clear that people are no longer willing to tolerate toxic behaviours for a paycheck. James has a wealth of knowledge and experience in working with organizations with toxic cultures and has even been known to work with a bunch of clowns.
In this episode, James and I discuss:
What is workplace bullying and why does it exist?
The consequences of a toxic work environment
Why you will lose your top talent and
Male privilege.
Connect with James
Resources:
The Happiness Advantage

Let‘s Sound Off on DEI as a Movement not a Moment - Mandisa Diggs

Mandisa Diggs joins me in the sound booth to close out 2020. In this episode she shares:
Her HR origin story
Why she believes that DEI is a movement and not a moment
Points from her article: I am NOT OK: A Grief Stricken Confession from a D&I Professional
Mandisa shows an admirable strength and vulnerability in this episode that will make you look at DEI in a different light and hopefully give you a new appreciation for what we do in HR.
Resources:
How to be an Antiracist
Inclusive conversations
Black Fatigue
The Inclusion Paradox
How to be an Inclusive Leader
HR Girlfriends
Cornell University
1:1 with Mandisa

Let‘s Sound Off on Self-awareness

How self-aware are you?
As HR professionals, we are conscious of giving to others but how do we take care of ourselves, so that we can continue to be of service to others?
In the Soundbooth with me to discuss this and more is author and speaker Eliot Kelly. Eliot is recognized as a Serial Entrepreneur, and has been featured on CNN, BBC Three’s Be Your Own Boss, and an extensive list of magazines and articles. His four books have been translated into over 7 languages and are sold in 29 countries, recently being shortlisted for Best Self-Help and Best Advice Books 2019 by The Author Academy.
In this episode we discuss:
Dealing with loss and burnout as an HR Professional
Feeding your why
Humanizing the interview process during Covid-19
Eliot had lots of information to share. Be sure to connect with Eliot and to check out his books.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliotkelly/
Eliot Kelly TV
Eliot Kelly books

Let‘s Sound Off on Holistic HR

Aura Telman is one of my nearest and dearest of friends. She is one of the kindest and gentle people I have ever met and it was a pleasure to have this conversation with her. She is the Founder of the now rebranded Aura Telman Consulting formerly Huresources Consulting.
In this episode, Aura and I talk about:
Holistic HR
Authentic Inclusion
The Be Human Hour
Her HR origin story is going to blow you away and she also shares her true passion in life, and be sure to check out her new Leadership Spirit Quiz at the top of her website using the link below.
Connect with Aura
Website: https://www.auratelman.com/
Resources:
Brene Brown
https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748

Let‘s Sound Off on #hrcomunnity

Over the last year, I have had the awesome privilege of getting to know Tracie Sponenberg. Tracie is smart, humble, and very knowledgable in the HR space. I have learned that we have many things in common and our biggest commonality is that we are both introverts.
Despite this, we are able to build relationships, champion for the people in our organizations, network and speak publicly. As a result of all that we do, we both have had occasions where people speak in disbelief that we are introverts.
In this episode, Tracie and I discuss:
Networking as an introvert
Tracie's HR origin story
The power of building your HR Community
What HR really is
Connect with Tracie
Resources
The Memo
HR On Purpose
HR Rising
How to Be an Antiracist
HR Social Hour
Not the HR Lady

Let‘s Sound Off on HR Tech

The amazing Yonica Squires joins me in the sound booth to discuss why it is important to find the right tech for your business.
Yonica is passionate about ensuring that companies have the right tech and that there is a smooth transition into utilizing the systems purchased.
Yonica is determined to break the stigma of being a black woman in tech and it is a firm belief in herself and having faith in the process, that she continues to persevere in the field.
In this episode we discuss:
Why it is important to be curious about HR Tech
Why you cannot throw tech at your problems
Mental health apps yay or nay?
Quote "the problem is the solution"
Connect with Yonica
Orbis Human Capital
Resources:
Hack recruiting
Down to Earth
Subscribe to her YouTube Channel

Let‘s Sound Off on Organizational Transformation

Meighan Newhouse is a powerhouse! She is smart, funny and an amazing advocate for people-first cultures.
In this episode, Meighan shares:
Her HR Origin Story and claims that she is #newtohr.
What the future of work looks like.
Why she struggles with change.
What she has learned about her white privilege.
We also connect on why rocking the boat matters and how we can do this is a positive way.
Connect with Meighan
Resources
Indistractable
How to be an Anti-racist
Born A Crime

Let‘s Sound Off on Performance Coaching

As leaders, you want to ensure that you are getting the best out of your team and that does not happen with rigid processes and procedures.
Research shows that teams thrive when they understand the organization's strategy, where they fit in the big picture and finally they need to know that they belong.
My guest Marjorie Wharton is a Transition Specialist, Host of LinkedIn Local Barbados, and legend in her own right. In this episode, Marjorie and I discuss why coaching matters, why we need to move beyond managing a bum in a seat, and how her company Breakthrough Performance Coaching can help your organization to thrive.
Connect with Marjorie
Resources:
Abundance Now - Lisa Nichols
The Code of the Extraordinary Mind - Vishen Lakhiani
Mind Valley Talks

Let‘s Sound off on Career Transitions

In this episode, we answer the question of how you can make that transition from your current career into HR. My guest in this episode made a transition from the pulpit to HR and I believe that he has some great advice on how to make the transition.
Brian Bachand is the Founder & CEO of evolution evolution but he started his working career as a priest in a small parish, transitioned to the Vatican, decided to pivot, and enter the world of work. How do you articulate to potential employers why you want to be in HR after being a priest?
Brian shares some tips on how to articulate your dialogue in interviews, restructuring your resume, and putting that winning formula together to transition to the career of your dreams.
Connect with Brian
Resources:
The Monk Who Sold his Ferarri

Let‘s Sound Off On Meaningful Connections

Tiffany Jones not only connects people to jobs but she connects mentees to mentors and so much more. When I first met Tiffany, I was amazed at how much she loves recruitment and that she was intentional about putting the right people in the right jobs for the right organizations. She is the Managing Director of The Job Connect, the company she passionately calls "her baby" which she started in 2018 after seeing a message from a frustrated job seeker on social media who was ready to end it all.
Tiffany is one of the most kind-hearted and giving people I have ever met and she does it without expecting anything in return. Her focus and dedication to her side hustle while working a steady nine to five with a very demanding role is nothing short of impressive to see in someone so young. I expect to see even more amazing things from Tiffany in the future as she is definitely a young entrepreneur to look out for.
In this episode, Tiffany shares the joys and struggles of her journey, what keeps her up at night, and clears up what she believes is one of the biggest misconceptions people have about HR Professionals.
Connect with Tiffany:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-jones-b44174135/
https://www.thejobconnect.co/
Tiffany's resource corner:
Recruiting 101
Sincere apologies for the sound quality in this episode.