SHRM All Things Work

Think you’ve found your dream job? Discover the hidden risks of “career catfishing” with Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster, as she reveals how misleading job postings are on the rise — and how to spot red flags before you fall victim. Discover how both intentional and unintentional deception happens during the hiring process and actionable tips job seekers can keep in mind on their job hunt.  Resources from this week’s episode - SHRM Job Description Guide:  https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/tools/job-descriptions    Help Wanted Understanding the US Labor shortage: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/help-wanted--understanding-the-u-s--labor-shortage  Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d    ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r 

Learn how to work smarter, not harder, in today’s tech-driven workplace. Executive advisor Jamie Champagne shares actionable frameworks like her "Now, Next, Later, Never" method for productivity and debunks common myths about digital tools and multitasking. By the end, you’ll have tools to help foster team collaboration, adapt to change, and model leadership regardless of your title.  Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d    ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r 

Could your experience be your strongest asset? Kristin Delwo, EVP at EBSCO, explains how employers are looking at more than just college education. Learn how to translate your experience into evidence that gets noticed and practical ways to overcome digital screening barriers — insights that help HR unlock overlooked potential through skills-first hiring.  Resources from this week’s episode - Transform Your Organization’s Talent Acquisition Strategy with Skills-First Hiring: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/tools/toolkits/skills-first-hiring-transform-talent-acquisition  Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d    ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r 

In this discussion, Madeline Mackey, a career activator and LinkedIn strategist, dives into the art of personal branding. She highlights the importance of a strong digital presence and shares strategies for optimizing LinkedIn profiles to attract promotions and mentorship. Madeline recounts Carla's success story, showcasing how strategic visibility led to career advancements. She also emphasizes daily behaviors that shape professional perceptions and encourages meaningful engagement with connections to foster opportunities. Tune in for actionable insights on standing out!

Nicole Belyna, Director of Talent at SHRM and co-host of the Honest HR podcast, offers crucial insights on navigating performance improvement plans (PIPs). She explains how PIPs should be viewed as opportunities for growth rather than end-of-the-line situations. Nicole emphasizes the importance of accountability, clear communication, and specific feedback during the process. She busts myths about PIPs being terminal and shares strategies for both employees and managers to transform a challenging situation into a chance for professional success.

Discover how pets can transform your daily work routine, boost team morale, and even make Mondays something to look forward to. Steven Feldman, president of the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), explains the science, shares practical solutions, and answers audience questions on embracing pet-friendly policies and benefits no matter where you work.  Resources from this Week's Episode - Pet Insurance Policy Template: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/tools/policies/pet-insurance-benefits-policy-template  Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d    ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r 

How do you cope after making it through a layoff? Career strategist Jen Lewi joins us for expert tips, mock-coaching scenarios, and audience questions focused on managing survivor's guilt, staying productive, avoiding burnout, rebuilding team trust, and more. Learn how you can reframe these “new era” changes as a growth opportunity that contributes to your organization’s evolving workforce planning strategy, all while staying true to your own career goals during uncertain times.  Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d    ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r 

Roy Abdo, CEO of Digital Revamp and a storytelling expert, sheds light on fostering civility and empathy in the workplace. He explains how personal narratives can lower defenses and enhance understanding during conflicts. Abdo emphasizes the power of intentional language for inclusivity and clarifies the distinction between perspective and perception. He offers practical tips for de-escalating heated debates, including embracing curiosity and breathing techniques, while highlighting the need to adapt communication styles across generations.

Nicole Armstrong, CEO of Ellequate and a recognized expert in pay equity, tackles the pervasive issues surrounding fair compensation. She explains the critical difference between pay equality and pay equity and uncovers hidden drivers of inequity, like pay secrecy and occupational segregation. Nicole advocates for intentional systemic changes to address biases in compensation. With real-world success stories, she provides actionable advice for handling sensitive pay discussions and making compelling cases for raises or promotions.

This week: A special episode from SHRM's weekly Honest HR podcast on a topic impacting workers, leaders, and HR alike! The silent threat in today’s workplaces isn’t “quiet quitting,” or people doing the bare minimum in their job. It’s employees who stay but feel stuck, burned out, and are silently disengaging. Jared Pope, a benefits and employment law attorney and the CEO of Work Shield, joins host Marjorie Morrison, SHRM's executive in residence for mental health, to discuss this troubling phenomenon — tackling everything from early warning signs and toxic culture to the benefits of wellness programs. This podcast is approved for .5 PDCs toward SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP recertification. Listen to the complete episode to get your activity ID at the end. ID expires November 1, 2026.  ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r