HRchat Podcast

In this episode, we focus on what's working in the world of talent sourcing and candidate attraction.Bill's guest is Karen Azulai, a self-described "multi-disciplinarian and forward-thinking professional who operates at the intersection of talent sourcing and recruitment technologies".  Questions For Karen Include: What makes a person good at sourcing talent? What about a good recruiter? What are those intrinsic qualities/skills? What advice would you have for folks thinking of moving into sourcing? How has the Great Resignation placed extra emphasis/stress on getting sourcing right en mass? You speak/attend a large number of conferences on sourcing/recruiting. What are the top sourcing conferences worldwide in your opinion? How pleased are you that in-person events are back? As a sourcing expert, can you share 3-5 of your top sourcing tools?More About KarenKaren is a leading voice in the international sourcing and HR Tech community. She has been a Fortunate to have keynoted in conferences around Europe and Asia.She believes in raising awareness as to how advanced technology is here to help us and advocates for ways to maximize its use.Karen delivers global talent sourcing workshops to organizations that want to upgrade their recruiting and sourcing teams and for them to source more effectively.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast, and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Our guest today is John Tabb, Co-Founder & CEO at Questis Inc. The Questis platform is an all-in-one financial benefit solution powered by data-driven technology to provide personalized and prescriptive financial coaching. Questions For John Include:Talk about the mission of Questis and how is helps HR pros and leadersQuestis was named Best Startup by HackerNoon & The Tech Tribune. What does that say about the company and mission?Tell me about the Financial Wellness landscape. What types of solutions are out there?Why are some key causes of financial troubles? Mental health solutions seem to have gotten a lot of attention, why should HR professionals also be paying attention to financial wellness?What are the positive outcomes of implementing financial wellness? For employees, HR, and for the business?More About QuestisThe Questis platform empowers employees and gives them the tools necessary to better understand and take greater control over their finances, such as access to financial coaches and an interactive dashboard. For the employers sponsoring these programs, Questis supports businesses to make an impact on employee retention and enhance their employee’s experience.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Bill's guest today is Fadzlun Sapandi, EVP Global Human Resource at DHL Express.  Listen as they discuss the story of leaders and employees at DHL during the pandemic and ways the company is striving to engage it's 100,000+ employee base over the coming years. Based in the Cologne-Bonn region of Germany, Fadzlun has been with DHL for 18+ years and held various leadership roles with the purpose of connecting people, and improving lives to create a better workplace for all. Throughout her career, Fadzlun has demonstrated the ability to ‘re-invent’ herself, starting in customer service and currently leading the global HR organization for DHL Express. Being part of an international company, Fadzlun has gained a breadth of international experience across the Americas, Asia, and Europe.She strives to ensure an outstanding employee experience for more than 110,000 employees globally and a culture where people can thrive. Questions For Fadzlun Include: Let's talk a little about the culture of DHL. How important is purpose to your business?How did you achieve a number 1 ranking in the global Great Place To Work league table?Talk about the challenges and opportunities the crisis created for the HR and leadership teams at DHL Express. How do you think you have you created a positive culture within the business? Talk to me about the process and ongoing tweaks needed to keep things moving in the direct direction at DHL. How do you measure success? How do you help your employees develop and unlock their potential? Can you share examples of initiatives you've led in the past couple of years that have achieved higher employee productivity? In 60 seconds or less, what would be the best piece of advice you could offer to HR leaders looking for new ways to grow productivity in their workplace? We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In HRchat episode 454, we focus on employee appraisals. Bill's guest is Lucinda Carney, Founder and CEO of Actus Performance Management Software which was launched in 2009 and has over 70,000 users across the globe.Questions For Lucinda Include: Why are appraisals so unpopular?Are appraisals relevant still necessary? What are the alternatives to the traditional annual appraisal?How do Gen Zers and Millennials want to be measured? Is it different to other generations in the workplace? You are the host of the popular HRUprising podcast. Over 150 episodes so far! Who are your favorite/most impactful guests on the pod so far? About Lucinda CarneyLucinda is a Chartered Psychologist with 20 years of Corporate HR experience. She is considered a thought leader in a range of people management and change-related business topics. Lucinda 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 top 10 Women in Business 2020’ by Business Gamechanger magazine. Lucinda hosts the popular HR Uprising podcast and her book “How to be a Change Superhero” was published in May 2020 reaching number one bestseller status in multiple Amazon categories.Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Bill's guest in episode 453 is Adam Posner, Founder and President at NHP Talent Group & Probably Nothing Talent.  Adam is also the host of the top global career podcast, ThePOZcast- showcasing experts to help you harness your inner tenacity to drive your life and career forward. He has produced and aired over 200 episodes with top guests like Gary Vaynerchuk, Grant Cardone, Kara Goldin, and Tucker Max to name a few. Adam will also be a speaker at the July 6th DisruptHR London event in Mayfair. Check out the agenda and book your tickets here. Questions for Adam include: Can you talk about the rise of Web3 jobs? Web3 roles exist in many industries including Blockchain, Crypto, and NFT's. What's challenging for recruiters in these newer industries? Why get into Web3 recruiting roles? What are your top tips for those looking to get into web3 talent attraction positions? Tell us about your session at DisruptHR London: “WTF is up with web3 recruiting?”Tell us about your global career podcast, ThePOZcastMore About Adam Prior to pivoting into the world of recruiting, Adam spent 15 years working within the NYC advertising and marketing industry. He has led account management and digital strategy at American Express, SIRIUS XM, and digital ad agencies in NYC like VaynerMedia and EP+Co for major Clients like Verizon, Pepsi, and British Airways. This has instilled him with a unique perspective when working with candidates to truly understand their Career DNA and ensure a good fit on both sides of the recruiting equation. In addition, he brings expert advisory on the Talent Acquisition process, employer branding, and recruitment operations.He has built a strong reputation by always putting relationships first while balancing his Client's business needs and Candidates' career goals. Adam is truly a power connector. He identifies opportunities, synergies and connects the dots.NHP is a boutique NY-based talent consultancy, specializing in talent access for SeniSupport the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Bill Banham's guest today is Martin Blinder, Founder and CEO at Tictrac, a leading Digital Health platform that empowers people through their data.Martin has been named among the 15 most influential in Digital Health, and he's been featured in Wired, NYT, BBC, CNBC, Fortune, Mashable, the Wall Street Journal, and many other media outlets. Questions For Martin Include:How can wellbeing technologies help employers to better identify employee needs? How can wellbeing tech like Tictrac help to improve employee happiness and, therefore, productivity levels? A study by Officevibe found that 70% of employees say that friendship at work is the most important element to a happy work-life, while analysis by Gallup found that employees are 50% more likely to report high social wellness if they have a best friend at work. It is generally considered that there are four pillars of wellness – physical, mental, financial and social. While the first three are often focused on within a work context, the last should not be underestimated. Why does social wellbeing need to become a top concern for employers? You founded Tictrac back in 2011. The wellbeing market seems to have been growing rapidly over the last few years, from a Tictrac perspective, what are the themes and trends you have been seeing?Let's talk about the recent announcement of Dialogue and Tictrac coming together through an acquisition. What opportunities does Dialogue's acquisition of Tictrac create, and what additional value will a customer likely see?=What are your predictions for how the global health and wellbeing space will continue to evolve over the coming few years? Do you believe employee wellness will remain a top priority for organizations and will digital solutions continue to play a role?About TictracTictrac is at the forefront of the consumerization of healthcare, centralizing an otherwise fragmented sector around the consumer, with a belief that consumer engagement is the key to better health outcomes. Tictrac won Best New Company at Health 2.0 in 20Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In HRchat episode 451, we consider what organizations need to know to cultivate a workplace that not only retains women employees but empowers their success.The pandemic now feels endemic and companies want employees back in the office. Today's guest says that, when it comes to a preference in returning to the office, opinions seem to be directly tied to age.Bill Banham is joined by Caroline Dettman, Founding Partner at Have Her Back, a DEI consultancy listed among Fast Company’s World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies for 2022. Caroline and her team recently conducted a Women in the Workplace study to better understand how companies can improve the retention of female employees, at a time when women are leaving their jobs at historic rates. The study overwhelmingly suggested that Gen Z professionals are seeking the in-person workplace for networking, mentorship, and learning opportunities. Alternatively, Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials seem to be thriving in a remote environment due to their level of experience and other commitments. Listen as Caroline shares her take on the findings plus she offers ways companies can improve their practices to better support different generations of women in the workplace.Questions Include: What are the headlines you can share from the extensive Women in the Workplace study, Have Her Back conducted?You note the difference in hybrid vs flexible - some see that as the same, can you explain the difference and why one can be seen as more beneficial than the other?The Women in the Workplace study overwhelmingly suggested that Gen Z professionals are seeking the in-person workplace for networking, mentorship, and learning opportunities. Alternatively, Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials seem to be thriving in a remote environment due to their level of experience and other commitments. What do the differences in generational preferences tell us about the new normal when it comes to in-person working?But Gen Zers are digital natives so can't we replace in-person mentorship/learning/networking with online? Were these findings surprising to you?What do you think are the major things that employers need to keep in mind in this new "return to office" eSupport the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

Today's guest is J.T. O'Donnell, CEO of Work It Daily, an online platform dedicated to helping people solve their biggest career problems. She has more than 15 years of experience in HR, recruiting, and career coaching. J.T. loves helping people overcome career & job search challenges to find professional happiness on their own terms. Her latest book is called Awakening Your Inner Workplace Renegade: 7 New Rules for Transforming Your Career & Finding Your Professional Purpose. Questions For J.T. Include:What's the best career advice you have been given and why? You recently shared a post on Work It Daily called Want To Move Up The Ladder At Work? Focus On The 3 Cs Of Career Growth. The first "C" of career growth is courses/content. The second "C" is coaching. The third "C" of career growth, and the most important, is community. Tell me about the 3 Cs and why they matter. Forty-four percent of employees are “job seekers,” according to Willis Towers Watson’s 2022 Global Benefits Attitudes Survey. Why are so many employees looking for new jobs at the moment?What if that next role is not a linear progression from previous jobs? Making Recruiters Come to You: How can folks create a more compelling personal brand - one that'll lead to more job offers and a more successful career journey? Tips to ensure your past social media posts don't come back to bite you in the buttOkay, so a candidate gets the job but the salary offer is lower than expected. Can you share some tips to negotiate the amount?More About J.T. O’DonnellJ.T. is an American social media star, author and career coach who has gained popularity through her @j.t.odonnell named TikTok handle, best known for uploading career advice videos. She is the CEO of Work It Daily, an online platform dedicated to helping people solve their biggest career problems. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In today's HRchat, we consider better ways to connect people strategy with business strategy. Listen too, as we talk about ways that neuro-learning is beneficial in developing desired employee skills and behaviors.Bill's guest is Nicole Morris, PsyD., Executive Consultant at The Vaya Group.With more than 15 years of leadership development industry experience, she works closely with businesses of all sizes to assess and provide coaching support to emerging leaders, managers, and executives. Nicole received her Doctor of Psychology in Business Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Questions Include: Explain the concept of neuroscience in simple terms and how it works. What are the differences between visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles?Why is neuro-learning beneficial in developing desired employee skills andbehaviors?How is neuro-learning being applied in leadership development training today? Examples?We all learn in different ways, of cause, but what are some psychological causes for resistance to learning or going outside of one's comfort zone? How does neuro-learning complement more traditional or cohort training and development techniques?What are your top three takeaways for organizations looking to incorporate neuro-learning in their learning and development programs?We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.   Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events

In this very special episode, live from the #SHRM22 expo floor in New Orleans, Bill Banham is joined by Dan Hunter, CEO and founder at Workzinga, a job search and hiring platform emphasizing company culture fit. Dan is a lifelong entrepreneur with a passion for developing and mentoring leaders.Listen as Bill and Dan Discuss: Why is Workzinga exhibiting at SHRM and how does the SHRM Annual Conference and Expo fit with the Workzinga brand?What has been the response from attendees to Workzinga so far? Do they get the concept of 'culture fit'?Dan's top SHRM presentations/conversations at the conference so farPredictions for the future of recruitment  - based on what Dan has seen and heard at the conferenceOther events he and Workzinga will be at in 2022Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe 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 media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here. Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our newsletter Check out our in-person events