The HR Sound Off Podcast Show

Let’s Sound Off with Tiersa Hall - Making an Impact in HR

This week, I have the pleasure of hosting the incredible Tiersa Hall, a true HR & Culture Consulting powerhouse. Tiersa is truly authentic and brilliant – a dynamic combo, indeed!
Tiersa wears many hats, and she wears them oh-so-stylishly! As a Master Trainer, Forbes Expert Contributor, and Amazon Best Selling Author of the captivating book "Culture Impact," public speaker, Leadership & Engagement Coach, and Autism Advocate, she's a force to be reckoned with. But wait, there's more – she's also one of the most beautiful souls we've ever had the pleasure of hosting on our show. Get ready to be blown away by her wisdom and charisma!
We dive into some eye-opening topics that'll challenge your perspective on success. Tiersa shares her secrets on embracing failure like a boss – because, let's face it, folks, failure happens to the best of us. And why, oh why, do some HR professionals hesitate to ask for help? Tiersa unpacks this intriguing question and reveals the keys to unlocking your full potential in the HR world.
If you've been looking for that spark to supercharge your career, look no further. Tiersa drops some knowledge bombs on growing your HR career that you simply can't afford to miss.
Ever wondered how singing karaoke could be an essential part of self-care? Tiersa spills the beans on this surprising yet delightful self-care secret that'll have you humming your way to a more balanced life.
And guess what? There's an exciting bonus – Tiersa's new book "Culture Impact" is a must-read! Dive into the pages of wisdom she's packed in there, and you'll be well on your way to positively impacting your workplace and beyond.
I couldn't resist sharing my favourite quote from this episode, and it's a gem: "Be comfortable where you are." Tiersa drops this nugget of wisdom that'll have you embracing your journey and savouring every moment.
Don't miss out – tune in and prepare to be wowed by the one and only Tiersa Hall!
This episode is sponsored by: HR@Heart Consulting Inc. - The HR Safe Space

Let’s Sound Off With Shaara Roman: Architecting Exceptional People Experiences

Join me this week as I sit down with Shaara Roman for an insightful conversation.
Shaara is an award-winning author, entrepreneur, former CHRO, and board member who excels in aligning people and culture with business strategy. With diverse industry experience, she helps organizations strengthen their trajectory by creating purpose-led cultures and advising on talent, leadership, and workplace well-being. She's a sought-after speaker, author, and recognized HR leader known for her strategic insights and transformative impact.
Shaara shares her remarkable journey in the field of HR, discussing her experiences in both corporate HR and running her own business. We delve into the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, uncovering Shaara's personal likes and dislikes along the way. Tune in to gain valuable insights from her wealth of knowledge and diverse perspectives.
Shaara's Watchlist:
Ted Lasso
Succession
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
 
This episode is powered by: HR@Heart Consulting Inc. - The HR Safe Space
 

Let’s Sound Off with Stephanie Murdock - HR Journeys: Embracing Change and Success in the Private Sector after Public Service

In this episode, I have the pleasure of welcoming Stephanie Murdock, who has amassed over 24 years of experience in HR, primarily in the public sector of the Jamaican government. Stephanie shares her insightful journey, highlighting the lessons she learned while transitioning into private-sector HR. We delve into fascinating topics such as leading next-gen HR, tackling imposter syndrome, and the danger of losing one's identity in the HR field.
Stephanie's resources:
📚 Beyond Performance 2.0 A Proven Approach to Leading Large Scale Change by Scott Keller & Bill Schaninger
📚 The Five Levels of Leadership by John Maxwell
Don't miss out on this thought-provoking and informative episode!
Powered by HR@Heart consulting Inc.

Let’s Sound Off With Colin Mincy: Rediscovering Your Path in HR

Have you ever questioned your HR career, feeling like you've lost your way? Don't worry; you're not alone. In this week's episode, I have a special guest, Colin Mincy, who opens up about his journey of realigning his HR career through the power of self-reflection.
Join us as Colin shares his captivating HR odyssey, offering a refreshing perspective and some eye-opening truth bombs about the often-neglected aspect of self-care within the HR profession. Get ready to be inspired and motivated as we delve into the transformative effects of prioritizing your well-being while navigating the intricate world of HR.
Get ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and reignite your HR career alongside Colin Mincy. It's time to rediscover your purpose and embrace the transformative power of self-care. Enjoy!"

Let’s Sound Off with Alexandre Seiler - Breaking the Mold: HR’s Journey of Radical Transformation

Step into the world of transformative HR leadership as we welcome Alexandre (Alex) Seiler to the sound booth. Alex, a global-minded executive and a strong advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA), joins us to share his HR journey and what fuels his passion for the field in the current landscape.
Get ready to glean valuable tips and tricks from Alex as he discusses creating a nurturing environment that fosters growth within your HR team. Discover his perspectives on the significance of workplace well-being and why it should be a top priority for organizations worldwide.
Throughout the episode, Alex generously shares his go-to resources, including "The Anxious Achiever" by Morra Aarons-Mele, the enlightening insights from Josh Bersin and Adam Grant, and the eye-opening blog "I Hate It Here" by Hebba Youssef.
Join us for a riveting conversation with Alexandre Seiler, where you'll gain profound insights into unleashing the untapped potential of HR and nurturing a thriving workplace.
Sponsored by: HR@Heart Consulting Inc. The HR Safe Space
 

Let’s Sound Off with Anitra St. Hilaire - HR Playbook: Strategies for Developing Business Acumen

I am thrilled to have Anitra St. Hilaire as my guest today. Anitra is an accomplished and values-based executive with over fifteen years of experience in human resources, talent, and operations. She has worked with start-up, for-profit, and non-profit organizations in the financial services, education, and digital media industries.
In today's episode, Anitra shares her HR story and talks about the importance of developing business acumen for HR professionals. She provides valuable insights on how to present yourself to an organization and how to share your personal values to be successful in the company.
I enjoyed talking with Anitra, and I know you will too. So, make sure to check out this episode and learn from her vast experience in HR leadership.
And as always, if you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your friends and colleagues. Thanks for tuning in, and let's get started!
 
Anitra's Resources:
The Speed of Trust - Stephen Covey
CGP Grey on YouTube
Episode Sponsor: HR@Heart Consulting Inc. - The HR Safe Space

Let’s Sound Off With Beth Elletson - HR Untangled: Navigating the Maze Called HR

The incredible Beth Elletson, a 3x Startup Founder and former MLB HR Executive, is joining us this week.
With over 13 years of experience in leadership, talent management, sales, recruiting, training, career coaching, and HR, Beth has achieved top-ranking performance in corporate and startup environments. In this episode, we hear Beth's journey of navigating her HR career while growing her family and her experience of working for the Major League Baseball team, the Miami Marlins. But that's not all; we also hear her insights on the biggest misconception about HR that bothers her.
Beth now runs her career development firm, ABE, and we want you to tap into this resource, so check out Abe.work to learn more.
 
Sponsored by: HRatHeart Consulting Inc.

Let’s Sound Off with Anita Grantham - Building a Purposeful People Culture Using Data

On this week's episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by Anita Grantham, the Head of HR at BambooHR. Anita is a culture champion who is dedicated to creating teams that inspire individuals to do their best work.
During our conversation, Anita shares her journey of how she got into HR and the importance of prioritizing self-care. She also gives us a peek into what life is like at BambooHR and the steps they take to create an intentional people culture using their people data. Additionally, Anita shares how my content on Instagram and LinkedIn has helped her in her HR journey.
If you're looking to learn more about building a positive work culture and finding ways to take care of yourself while managing HR responsibilities, then this episode is for you. Join us for an insightful discussion with Anita Grantham on the HR Sound Off Podcast.
Anita also shares why she hates when people say that HR people are not fun.
 
Anita's Resources:
🎙️ The Tim Farris Show - Podcast
🎙️ FranklinCovey on Leadership with Scott Miller - Podcast
📺 Ted Lasso 
 
Sponsored by: HR@Heart Consulting Inc.
 

Let’s Sound Off with Paula Walcott - What Makes a Great HR Pro

In this week's HR Sound Off Podcast Show episode, we're thrilled to have Paula Walcott as our special guest. Paula is the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Sagicor in Barbados, and she has a wealth of experience and expertise in various aspects of strategic and functional HR.
Paula is a business-focused HR Professional who has successfully managed change during mergers and acquisitions while keeping the organization focused on the desired outcomes. She has also developed strong skills in organizational culture-building and has repeatedly demonstrated that a focus on employee engagement, especially in a post-merger business, positively impacts all stakeholders, including corporate shareholders.
During our conversation, Paula will share her HR journey, her experience with internships in HR, and what she believes makes a great HR professional. We'll also discuss why knowing the business matters and much more.
So, whether you're an HR professional or simply interested in learning more about the HR industry, you won't want to miss this episode. Sit back, relax, and enjoy as we dive into the world of HR with Paula Walcott.
 
Paula's Resources:
No Ego - Cy Wakeman
Disruption Proof - Brant Cooper
 
Sponsors:
HR@Heart Consulting Inc.

Let’s Sound Off With Rachel Martinez - Pivoting From Legal to HR

Welcome to another episode of the HR Sound Off Podcast Show. I'm excited to have Rachel Martinez with me today. Rachel is a seasoned bilingual Human Resources Professional with a legal background who believes that HR is more than just enforcing disciplinary procedures and handbooks.
As a true curator of cultures, Rachel has partnered with leadership to establish and continuously improve awesome cultures and employee experiences in large companies and start-ups. Rachel has proven to be a key player in the leadership teams she has been a part of, resulting in a substantial impact on the organization and its employees.
During this episode, Rachel shares her experience on how her legal background has helped her in her HR career, the importance of developing a coaching mindset and balancing your HR career. She also shares who she is listening to in Twitter spaces.
Rachel has achieved many accomplishments throughout her career, including restructuring disciplinary procedures, implementing an efficient employee engagement strategy to maintain a low turnover ratio, and aligning departmental strategies with organizational goals, resulting in a high retention rate for new hires.
Rachel is passionate about results-driven and dynamic environments where employee success, achievement, collaboration, and compliance are highly valued. In addition, she loves writing HR-related articles on her blog and LinkedIn page @ HR Power by Rachel.
So, please sit back and relax as Rachel shares her knowledge and experience on this week's HR Sound Off Podcast Show episode.
 
Sponsor: HR@Heart Consulting Inc.