Career Compass

Season 3 SHRM's Career Compass podcast opens with a dynamic episode discussing the impact of race in the workplace and how HR leaders can develop inclusive workspaces. Cohosts Dr. Vernon Williams and Kristy Parola are joined by HR Director for the City of Winston-Salem, NC, Dr. Marquis Barnett. During this episode, Dr. Barnett provides personal experiences and tips for successfully navigating difficult conversations about race and much more.Subscribe to All Things Work on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM. And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM by visiting the website and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

Our Season 2 Finale brings the hosts, Kevin Abbed, Kristy Parola, Vernon Williams and Erica Young, back together to recap their favorite moments from Season 2 and discuss what lessons they've come away with for their career. Moderated by special guest and SHRM Manager of Emerging Professional Engagement, Christopher Lopez, listen in as dynamic hosts open up about themselves and share words of encouragement and lessons learned from their life and professional experiences.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice. This special episode may always be viewed at YouTube.com/shrmofficialKeep up with SHRM by visiting the website, liking our Facebook page, checking us out on LinkedIn, and following us on Twitter and Instagram.

From 2019 to 2020, reports of symptoms of anxiety have tripled from 8.1% to 25.5%, and as of June 2020, 75% of individuals between the ages 18 to 24 year have reported at least one adverse mental health symptom. During these times when people are concerned with personal health, employment stability and connection to others, it's imperative that we address and manage the stress in our lives. In this episode, co-hosts Vernon Williams and Erica Young interview Marjorie Morrison, President and CEO of Psych Hub, the premier online platform for impactful and engaging videos on mental health, substance use and suicide prevention.  During this conversation, you will also learn more about common stressors affecting both the workplace and personal life, as well as tips for managing your mental health and well being.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice. This special episode may always be viewed at YouTube.com/shrmofficialKeep up with SHRM by visiting the website, liking our Facebook page, checking us out on LinkedIn, and following us on Twitter and Instagram.

1 in 3 adults have a criminal record and HR professionals play an essential role to ensure the formerly incarcerated have access to quality employment opportunities. One of the keys to reducing recidivism and improving public safety is finding employment for those who were formerly incarcerated. In this episode, co-host Kevin Abbed and Kristy Parola interview SHRM Business Operations Specialist, Robert Bennett, who describes his compelling story of overcoming his criminal past, reintegrating back into society, and thriving in the workplace. You will also learn more about SHRM’s Getting Talent Back to Work initiative and the benefits of second chances.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice. This special episode may always be viewed at YouTube.com/shrmofficialKeep up with SHRM by visiting the website, liking our Facebook page, checking us out on LinkedIn, and following us on Twitter and Instagram.

Building your personal brand by earning certifications and credentials demonstrates to employers that you’re investing in your career development and personal growth. Certifications and credentials not only set employees apart in the workforce, but often yield higher incomes compared to those who have not achieved such milestones. In this episode, Career Compass co-hosts Erica Young and Kristy Parola speak with Nancy Woolever, SHRM Vice President of Certification Operations, about the importance and benefits of obtaining certifications and credentials.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice. This special episode may always be viewed at YouTube.com/shrmofficialKeep up with SHRM by visiting the website, liking our Facebook page, checking us out on LinkedIn, and following us on Twitter and Instagram.

Mentors play a pivotal role in developing the next generation of leaders. Mentors help identify job opportunities, help make career connections and offer professional advice. In this episode, co-hosts Vernon Williams and Kevin Abbed are joined by Daniel Horgan, CEO of CoLabL to discuss the important role mentors play in career success. This episode covers the critical components of mentorship, including advice on finding a mentor, sustaining mentor relationship, as well as discussion of how even newer employees can begin mentoring others.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice. This special episode may always be viewed at YouTube.com/shrmofficial.Keep up with SHRM by visiting the website, liking our Facebook page, checking us out on LinkedIn, and following us on Twitter and Instagram.

As an HR professional, the importance of your professional network can't be overstated, and during a pandemic, you may need those connections more than ever to land your next internship or job. In this episode, join co-hosts, Erica Young and Kevin Abbed for a conversation with career coach and HR professional Eric Knott for a deep dive on career positioning strategies that produce results, even during a plague year. Learn about everything from effectively discussing your work experiences to harnessing the power of LinkedIn to help secure your next opportunity. “There are jobs out there," says Eric, "You just have to be ready.”Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to stream alongside other SHRM podcasts. Finally, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice. This special episode can always be viewed at YouTube.com/shrmofficial.Keep up with SHRM by visiting shrm.org and all the SHRM social media platforms including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

Voting is a great privilege and if you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu. Elections matter and affect HR professionals and Americans across the country. It is important for each one of us to share our voice. In this episode, join Career Compass co-hosts Kevin Abbed and Kristy Parola, as well as two members of SHRM’s Government Affairs team, Sean McIntosh and Andrew Aragon. Both Sean and Andrew have substantial experience working on Capitol Hill, which they harness to discuss the importance of voting, how local elections impact your life and how your active participation in the democratic process impacts the future of workplaces.

Now, more than ever, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are playing a pivotal role in today’s society and we all have a responsibility in driving the narrative. To be successful in your career or at school, it's critical that you not only understand, but value diversity, equity and inclusion. In this episode of Career Compass, we dig deeper into the complexities of DEI in the workplace. Our hosts, Vernon Williams and Erica Young are joined by two special guests: Camille Chang Gilmore is Vice President of Human Resources and Global Chief Diversity Officer at Boston Scientific, as well as a SHRM Foundation Board Member. Emily Dickens is SHRM's Chief of Staff and Head of Government Affairs. Hear this pair of industry titans provide guidance on getting started in the field of DEI, the cultural competency skills you need to advance your career and strategic ways to discuss DEI in the workplace.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice. This special episode may always be viewed at YouTube.com/shrmofficialKeep up with SHRM by visiting the website, liking our Facebook page, checking us out on LinkedIn, and following us on Twitter and Instagram.

Career Compass returns for Season 2 and we’re taking an even deeper dive into all things careers and workplaces! During this season, you’ll learn from HR professionals, workplace leaders and experts as they share their career insights for success in navigating the current and future career landscape. In our first episode, our hosts will share about SHRM’s important and critical call to action,Together Forward @ Work, SHRM's new initiative focusing on eliminating racism in the workplace. Hear them discuss what this initiative means to students and emerging professionals entering the workforce and how it's shaping the future of workplaces. In a time when various forms of injustices are omnipresent, there is a need, now more than ever, for us to come together in solidarity to against injustice of any kind, especially in the workplace. There isn’t just a need for diversity and inclusion, but a need for diversity, EQUITY, and inclusion. Join us for the episode as we discuss how these generations will be paramount to moving Together Forward.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM by visiting the website, liking our Facebook page, checking us out on LinkedIn, and following us on Twitter and Instagram.