In this eye-opening episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Lars Schmidt — HR advocate, podcast host, and founder of Amplify — brings a fresh approach to the HR status quo. Lars discusses some of the topics found in his book, including challenging “legacy HR” practices and proposing a shifting of perspective when it comes to our people, our teams, and business as a whole. Takeaways: HR grows and changes with the times. To become better and more effective, we must learn from those who are getting it right. HR Open Source is an invaluable growing resource that will help HR teams boost efficiency. We can’t afford to let the concept of “culture fit” keep us from hiring candidates that will challenge and grow us. We need to rethink the once-a-year performance evaluation. In an ever-changing business environment, employees need frequent, ongoing support and feedback. About the Guest: Lars Schmidt — HR advocate, podcast host, and founder of Amplify— is the author of the 2021 book, Redefining HR: Transforming People Teams to Drive Business Performance. From recruiting to team consulting, Lars has had his hand in virtually every aspect of the world of HR. He is passionate about building progressive people teams and shifting perspectives about the role of HR in business. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.” Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Barbara Rea knows how to build businesses. From her experience leading the ultimately successful startup of BKM Capital Partners to her determination to launch her own advisory company during a global pandemic, Barbara Rea has a track record for results. In today’s episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Barbara reflects on her years of business experience, from the highs to the lows. She offers invaluable advice to current business leaders and those who want to embark on building a new business.  Takeaways: To entice top talent, you’ve got to show them that they will be a part of something bigger than themselves. People are critical to the success of any business. They must be bought-in and given the tools to succeed. When starting a business, you have a blank slate. Decide who you want to be and then “make it true.” Your employees are trusting you with their careers, so you must lead them well. GUEST AT A GLANCE Today’s podcast features an interview with Barbara Rea, an expert coach and advisor passionate about helping businesses develop leaders, tools, and processes so that they can really become more efficient and more profitable. With a background in real estate and marketing, Barbara is an expert in optimizing operations and maximizing returns for her clients. Her key focus is to set businesses up for success. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.” Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

In this episode, Laurie Ruettiman — entrepreneur, speaker, HR expert, and author of Betting on You: How to Put Yourself First and (Finally) Take Control of Your Career — looks back on the many career and general life lessons she’s learned over the years. From her own personal obstacles to those of inspiring colleagues, Laurie shares a story for virtually any workplace woe. She also dives into the content of her recently published book. Takeaways: Our careers aren’t everything. We must pursue our passions outside of the workplace to find fulfillment in all areas of our lives. To make any monumental change, preparation is key.  If you have to dial work back to find fulfillment, then do it. GUEST AT A GLANCE Laurie Ruettimann is an entrepreneur, renowned speaker, HR expert, and now the author of her 2021 book, Betting on You: How to Put Yourself First and (Finally) Take Control of Your Career. Laurie is passionate about empowering others to find fulfillment both within and outside of the workplace.  A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.” Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

It’s the little things that make the difference. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Thalma Lobel, author, psychologist, and expert in human behavior, shares methods for improving your day-to-day in the office. Get insight into the small changes you can make to have an immediate impact on your productivity, no matter where you work.   About the Guest, Thalma Lobel: Thalma E. Lobel is an internationally recognized psychologist and expert on human behavior. A former chair at the School of Psychological Sciences at Tel Aviv University and director of the Adler Center for Child Development and Psychotherapy, she has been a visiting professor at Harvard University and a visiting scholar at Tufts University, the University of California at San Diego, and New York University. Her previous book, Sensation: The New Science of Physical Intelligence, was published in 15 countries. Her new book is Whatever Works: The Small Cues That Make a Surprising Difference in Our Success at Work—and How to Create a Happier Office (BenBella Books; July 2020). Learn more about Thalma Lobel  Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Does a fulfilling and meaningful career seem like a pipedream? Are you disengaged at work, desperately awaiting Friday and then dreading the next impending workweek? In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws interviews Carson Tate, business coach and consultant, about the topic of employee disengagement. As it turns out, it is possible for us to find fulfillment at work. Listen to find out how. Takeaways: To engage at work, we must know that we are being heard and understood and that our needs are being met.  We must “get clear” about what we need from our place of work. Those who love their jobs are self-aware — they know what their strengths are, what they need from their employer, and that they have the power to ask for it.  GUEST AT A GLANCE Carson Tate, a best-selling author, consultant, and business coach, is all about helping organizations develop leaders, engage teams, and elevate performance. Her latest book, Own It, Love It, Make It Work: How to Make Any Job Your Dream Job, is just one of many avenues through which Carson “equips, empowers, and inspires” business leaders and teams. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.”   Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, brand industry experts Bryan Adams and Charlotte Marshall discuss the topic of their new book, Give & Get Employer Branding: Repel the Many and Compel the Few with Impact, Purpose and Belonging. The two discuss their revolutionary approach that helps brands attract incredible talent while repelling candidates who aren’t the right fit. Takeaways: The premise of Give & Get branding is that you have to be comfortable and confident with the fact that your workplace isn't for everybody.  The traditional employer branding model is a one-way value exchange, but the Give & Get methodology places expectations on the candidate in exchange for employer offers like benefits, salary, and opportunities.  Storytelling is an essential aspect of your EVP. Candidates need to be able to envision themselves as a part of your story. There are three fundamental aspects of employer brand and EVP: purpose, impact, and belonging. GUEST AT A GLANCE Bryan Adams, CEO and Founder of Ph.Creative, and Charlotte Marshall, author, advisor, and Employer Brand Leader of the Year, are the co-authors of Give & Get Employer Branding: Repel the Many and Compel the Few with Impact, Purpose and Belonging. Their unique approach is to replace the traditional branding model with their Give & Get Model which emphasizes not only attracting but also repelling candidates.   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.” Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Brandon Laws sits down with Victoria Dew, Founder of Dewpoint Communications, to discuss research findings detailed in the recent Insights Report, The New Rules of Employee Experience  and Communication in Late 2020 and Beyond. In this podcast episode, Victoria provides employers with a fresh perspective on how the pandemic has changed the working world, especially when it comes to employee communication and engagement. Victoria offers her report findings along with 15 years of internal communications experience across various industries, all so that she can help business leaders improve their employee experience. Takeaways: The global pandemic forced business leaders to realize the importance of employee engagement. The people stuff is critical to the success of any corporation, especially when the unexpected forces business leaders to depend on a remote team. The workplace is no longer a place, but rather a state. This forces corporations to rethink employee motivation and engagement. Businesses can expect to face challenges concerning onboarding new employees who haven’t been socialized the old way. GUEST AT A GLANCE Victoria Dew, the Founder and CEO of Dewpoint Communications, is no stranger to business strategy. With 15 years of internal communications experience advising executives across various industries, Victoria is passionate about helping organizations improve their efforts to communicate and engage with their employees. Get the Insights Report - The New Rules of Employee Experience and Communication in late 2020 and Beyond   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.” Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

This episode contains simple strategies for finding peace and gratitude amidst the chaos of working from home. With the unexpected arrival of COVID-19, many of us were sent home to work, where we have to try to be productive despite challenges like homeschooling our kids, managing our work schedules, and navigating neverending remote work obstacles. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws interviews Cindy Baker, a career and small business coach, about how to approach your new normal as a work-from-home employee. The author of a new self-help book, Rockin’ Life From Home, Cindy is passionate about passing on the knowledge she’s gleaned over years of working from home to the Transform Your Workplace listeners. Takeaways: An approach of gratitude is cultivated by making choices, each and every day, to notice and appreciate the small things. Being intentional about journaling and list-making can bring clarity to your thoughts and your workday. Remaining flexible and being willing to pivot are critical aspects of navigating the at-home workday with success. GUEST AT A GLANCE Cindy Baker is an expert in the fields of human behavior, mindfulness, spirituality, alternative healing, happiness, and success principles. A career and small business coach for over ten years, Cindy is passionate about helping others find lasting happiness through simple time-tested methods. Years of experience navigating remote work and family pressures has culminated in her book, Rockin’ Life From Home: Success Strategies to Balance Family Life and Working From Home. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.” Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Andy Storch, a talent development connector, consultant, motivational speaker, podcast host, and recently published author, offers advice for how to stop operating in reaction mode and start taking ownership of your career. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws and Andy Storch dive into the topics discussed in Andy’s first book, Own Your Career, Own Your Life. Own Your Career, Own Your Life. Through his wide-ranging experience, challenges, and victories, Andy aspires to help others “get the absolute most” out of their personal and professional lives. Takeaways: To take ownership of your career, you must take responsibility and action despite challenges. Owning your career begins with genuine reflection on what you’ve been prioritizing and what you value. Change is inevitable, so you need to be flexible with your career plan and goals. A personal brand is critical to your future success. Comparing yourself to others is futile; we are all on our own unique journey. GUEST AT A GLANCE Andy Storch is a talent development connector, consultant, motivational speaker, podcast host, and the author of his debut book, Own Your Career, Own Your Life: Stop Drifting and Take Control of Your Future. His mission is to “get the absolute most out of life and inspire others to do the same.”  LEARN MORE  If this podcast piqued your interest and you’re ready for more, pick up a copy of Andy Storch’s book, Own Your Career, Own Your Life: Stop Drifting and Take Control of Your Future, available on Amazon. He has also created a companion journal to go along with the book and a 90-day guide with morning rituals and evening prompts so that you can track progress towards your goals. If you want to connect with Andy, find him on LinkedIn or Instagram. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.” Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

It’s time to get proactive so that we can navigate these unprecedented times without drowning in fear, uncertainty, and negativity. After all, if we don’t prioritize mental health, we will struggle to lead and serve others effectively in every area of our lives. In this episode, Emily Elrod and Brandon Laws offer their go-to tips and techniques for self-care during the current health crisis. By prioritizing their own emotional health, listeners can find clarity and peace in their personal lives and better productivity in the workplace.  Takeaways: If we don’t get proactive, our negative thoughts will control our emotions and, ultimately, our behaviors. Prioritizing self-care is critical to our success and happiness not only in the workplace but in our personal lives as well. We can care for ourselves by reading, meditating, and finding what “fills up our cup.” Showing gratitude encourages others while also fulfilling the one who gives it away. GUEST AT A GLANCE   Emily Elrod is a corporate consultant for Workzbe, where teaches business leaders how to create safe spaces for real discussions, hold one another accountable, foster human connection, and prioritize self-care and mental health. She is also the host of her own podcast, Unapologetically Bold, where she digs deep into what it means to be a human at home and at work.  LEARN MORE If you’d like to hear even more tips from this conversation, check out the full podcast here. To learn more about Emily Elrod, you can find her and send her a message on LinkedIn. You can also check out the work that Emily is doing at workzbe.com or by listening to her podcast, Unapologetically Bold. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, Sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws 📋 In his own words: “The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders.”   Contact Brandon:  Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.