Punk Rock HR

Punk Rock HR Episode 107: One of the weirder stories to emerge from the COVID-19 crisis is that we might have a bacon shortage. Yeah, seriously. Now, I'm a vegetarian, and I have a lot of assumptions about how meat is made. But, a lack of bacon? That didn't sound right to me.  So I reached out to my friend Jesse McCoy, who is an expert in biosecurity, specifically food and animal health. He keeps animals from getting sick, so we don't get sick. And when it comes to bacon shortages, it turns out that animals aren't the problem, it's humans. We're not washing our hands. We're not wearing masks. We're spreading COVID-19 to individuals who work in the meat industry. And then when they go to work, they're getting their colleagues sick. And that's having an effect at many different production facilities, which has a downstream impact on the supply chain.  Jesse joined me to discuss whether or not the individuals who work on the line are indeed victims. Are they low paid? Are they working in terrible environments? Moreover, I had questions about how meat is made. What's the myth? What's the reality? Jesse helps answer those questions and sheds light on what conditions are currently like in the food processing industry. You're going to hear how our decisions in the grocery store affect a global enterprise. I think you're going to love this conversation. In this episode you'll hear: Biosecurity: what it is and what Jesse does as part of his work. The intersection of labor and food production, including what we should and how it affects what is happening in the world.  The working conditions, today, within the confines of food production facilities. Some myths about animal genetics and food production.  When people get involved, that is when we increase the likelihood of having a foodborne pathogen. The concept that animals are being depopulated. What does that mean? Jesse leaves us with some things he would like listeners to know about food and what we can do right now to be good citizens, ethical consumers, and good advocates for farms.  "The food system is a chain, and if one of those links gets weak, everything changes." Jesse McCoy Resources from this episode:Jesse on LinkedInLaurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com    

Punk Rock HR Episode 106: How are brands like Warby Parker or Casper Mattress re-shaping the way we make purchases in the 21st century? Well, Larry Ingrassia, my guest this week, is going to tell us. Larry is a former journalist, and editor turned author of the book, Billion Dollar Brand Club: How Dollar Shave Club, Warby Parker, and Other Disruptors Are Remaking What We Buy. Together we discuss the online brands you know, with billion-dollar valuations. We also talk about customer experience as a critical differentiator for many of these brands. And finally, we talk about COVID-19 and how it may or may not change our shopping habits.In this episode you'll hear: How the questions, "How did this happen?" And "How did what I thought was impossible become possible?" were the inspiration for writing the book, Billion Dollar Brand Club. Consumers shop differently today than they were even a decade ago. Larry shares some of the changes that have taken place in our shopping habits, even before COVID-19. What it takes to create a product and a brand that will be around for the long term and have value. What makes a billion-dollar brand, a billion-dollar company. Today's economy and what the fallout will be due to COVID-19. We discuss brands as disruptors and how they affect the marketplace.  A reminder for entrepreneurs: what might seem impossible to a lot of people, you have to say, I'm going to make possible.  Resources from this episode:Larry’s Website Larry on LinkedInBillion Dollar Brand Club: How Dollar Shave Club, Warby Parker, and Other Disruptors Are Remaking What We Buy  Buying a Mattress in an Actual Store? That’s So 2010. Store Traffic Limits At Walmart And Target Are Good, But Kroger’s Pick-Up Only Idea Is Even Better Inside the Success of Dollar Shave Club and Why DTC Changed the Retail LandscapeLaurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 105:  If you are like many, you may be wondering what you would do if you came down with COVID-19 and how you would maneuver the testing process, treatment, and recovery. Well, April Matan, my childhood bestie, is on the podcast today to share her experience. April is an HR-professional turned dental hygienist. She caught the novel coronavirus from her husband, who got it at work. She has since recovered, and of course, I am very relieved.  In today's episode, April talks about navigating her COVID-19 diagnosis, her testing experience, her recovery, and shares her thoughts on returning to work. We also talk about what an absolute mess the COVID-19 response has been. My challenge for you today is to learn from April's experiences. In this episode you'll hear: April shares how and when she began to feel sick, as well as some of her symptoms. She wants everyone listening to know the most important thing to understand is that you might not get the classic symptoms. You might be sick and not know you have COVID-19.  How April went about getting medical help via a telemedicine appointment and what the doctor advised. She shares her entire testing experience, from how a website helped her determine if she was eligible for COVID-19 testing (she was) and what the testing experience was like.  Find out how April got her test results and what happened when the CDC contacted her.  Is this just like the flu? Hear April’s response.  We discuss the notion of people rushing back to work. Is it a good idea?  Many leaders are asking, “How do I know if my employees are working when they are working from home?” And, “If we let them work from home, how do we get them back to the office?” April shares her thoughts.  Resources from this episode:Laurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Punk Rock HR Episode 104:Have you ever wanted to do something, but just kept getting in your way over and over again? Yeah, me too. This week, I share my experience with writing my upcoming book, "Betting on You: How to Put Yourself First (Finally) And Take Control of Your Career," and how one simple statement by a colleague changed my outlook on writing, completely. Tune into to get a brief glimpse into what my book is about.  In this episode you'll hear: My early ambitions of being a writer and some of my writing failures The one thing a colleague said to me that changed the trajectory of my writing, completely What you can expect from my book, including who it is for and how it can help  Resources from this episode: Laurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Punk Rock HR Episode 103: I'd like you to meet Joey Price. Joey is the founder of Jumpstart: HR, LLC, and host of Business, Life, and Coffee, a weekly entrepreneur mentorship podcast. He focuses on creating effective HR systems for small businesses and startups across the country and serves on the Advisory Committee of the Forbes School of Business and Technology's Human Resources Degree Program. Joey Price is a thought leader in the very best sense of the word.  We are all feeling a sense of anxiety in the face of the unknown. In today's conversation, Joey joins me to offer his perspective on what it's like to be a leader and to be human during this crazy time. We also discuss the effects on work, life, and business on the COVID-19 generation. As you listen, I hope this episode offers a healing conversation to you. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode of Punk Rock HR. In this episode you'll hear: Joey shares his thoughts on how people are reacting or coping with life and work during the COVID-19 pandemic. We have an open and honest conversation about how humaneness in our workforce and our leaders is going unrecognized. What Joey believes the future may hold for medium to small-sized businesses. Some thoughts about CEO's who haven't been walking their talk about the importance of the employee experience pre-pandemic and now not thinking about their employees during the pandemic - what gives? Digital transformation and working from home - are they right for business? The effects on work, life, and business on the COVID-19 generation.  Resources from this episode:Jumpstart: HRSmall Business HR Courses (Coronavirus, CA Sexual Harassment, etc) Business, Life, and Coffee Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Podbean | Spotify Joey on Twitter Joey on LinkedInJoey on InstagramGenC, Seth Godin  Did Dolphins and Swans ‘Return’ to Italian Waterways Amid COVID-19 Lockdown?, Snopes Laurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Punk Rock HR Episode 102:My guest today is Michael Bungay Stanier, author of The Advice Trap. Today, he helps us think differently about advice, giving advice, and receiving advice. He also talks about some ways to avoid those pesky advice traps. Michael is also the author of The Coaching Habit, and his recent TEDx on how to take your advice monster is a must-watch. He's got a ton of tips and resources, so be sure to check out the show notes for links to many of them. I have been following Michael for many years and was thrilled to have him as my guest. I hope you enjoy our conversation. In this episode you’ll hear: Michael's attempt at creating a coaching practice and his discovery that he didn't enjoy coaching people all that much. How Michael helps people stay curious a little bit longer. Coaching is not an occasional formal intervention.  Helping you reframe your default response to advice-giving. We discuss the magic of social contracting. And, how to tame your advice monster.  Resources from this episode:Michael on LinkedInMichael’s TEDx talkCoaching HabitThe Advice TrapMBSWorksLaurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Laurie Ruettimann is a mentor to dozens of emerging and seasoned leaders. All of her mentees are just like her—spinning their wheels and working from home. How do you your best work in an environment that has you hyperfocused on COVID-19 and worrying about your finances? The answer lies in staying true to yourself and creating products, services, and content that is consistent with your values. This episode shares Laurie's insights on what it means to be productive and helpful when the world is freaking out. ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Punk Rock HR Episode 101:  This episode covers some of your questions about Coronavirus and how your employer should and shouldn't behave. To help me explore this topic, Minneapolis-based employment attorney, Kate Bischoff joins me. She's an expert on work and in the world of politics. She understands how power works at an organization, and she definitely knows a thing or two about sticking up for the underdog. We also talk about unemployment, COBRA Health Insurance and some considerations employers should think about when laying off their workforce. If you want to hear two-midwestern women talk about what is going on in the world of work right now, you won't want to miss this episode. In this episode you’ll hear: COVID-19 and work: the questions on the minds of today's leaders, employees, and organizations Healthcare coverage concerns in the face of a global pandemic We discussed the incompetence by the federal government when they had months of forewarning Kate explains unemployment and addresses the notion that some people may be fearful of applying for benefits Some relief benefits or resources for self-employed Unconventional tips for leaders, managers, and owners who have to lay-off their workforce COVID-19 is going to prove whether or not we were committed to those issues in the first place  Resources from this episode:Thrive Law and ConsultingKate on LinkedInFamilies First Coronavirus Response ActLaurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

Punk Rock HR Episode 100:People keep saying that we're living in an unprecedented era of disruption. While this is new for us, humankind has lived through war, pestilence, plagues, and we have persevered. We persevere because we hustle, and we move quickly. We think about innovative solutions, but we also rely on our community. So when a member of my community told me about Lorna Borenstein and the work she is doing to help in this time of crisis, I knew I needed to have her on the podcast. She is a business owner, an entrepreneur, and is at the epicenter of helping people do their best work and feel great at a time when that's under assault. Lorna Borenstein is the founder and CEO of a well-being company called Grokker. Her company has created a platform where credentialed experts can offer videos and teach people how to live better. They focus on five aspects of well-being; fitness, mental health, sleep, nutrition, and financial wellness. Up until last week, Grokker was not available to everyone; it was only open to organizations and companies looking to promote wellness to their workforce. But Lorna and her colleagues are now offering all videos free to consumers and businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak. It's a pretty special thing when someone can jump in and ask, "What can I do in this moment of crisis?" Lorna is someone doing just that.  In this episode you’ll hear: Why Lorna created Grokker and why she decided to make the platform free to businesses and individuals during the COVID-19 outbreak. We discuss the type of content and videos you can find on the platform. Lorna shares why she believes older generations are becoming more comfortable using technology and therefore, will have easy entry into utilizing videos found on Grokker. Some thoughts around poverty and accessibility in isolation. We answer the question, "How can working parents chill out right now?"  Lorna describes the COVID-19 Preparedness Program, which is now available for access.  Resources from this episode: Grokker - Free for BusinessGrokker - Free for IndividualsNew COVID-19 Preparedness ProgramLorna on LinkedInLorna on TwitterGrokker on TwitterLaurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Punk Rock HR Episode 99: This week’s guest has always inspired me not to be a sucker. Frank Roche is one of America's leading experts on executive compensation and benefits. He is a baby boomer who had a portfolio career before it was cool. He's been a writer and a journalist, a technologist, and a corporate advisor at very Senior levels. He's also a podcaster with two podcasts, one about postcards, and another about his journey with pancreatic cancer.  In this episode, we talked about the early days of the social web, what it was like to put yourself out there, and have significant and controversial ideas. Frank was there with me in the early days of Punk Rock HR. He's always in my head when I get a little too big for my britches. He is also one of my biggest champions. I just love this conversation with Frank Roche, and I hope you do too.  In this episode you’ll hear: The Wild West of conferences and blogging, circa 2009 and 2010 Frank shares a little bit about his entrepreneurial journey and how he worked to keep people in work during the recession Why he left the world of consulting and went back to his roots as a writer and journalist The launch of his podcasts Postcardist and The Adventures of PanCan Man Frank opens up about his diagnosis and battle with pancreatic cancer We discuss Frank’s belief that science is the answer and why cancer rubbernecking sucks  Resources from this episode:The PostcardistThe Adventures of PanCan ManFrank Roche on LinkedInLaurie on InstagramLaurie on LinkedInRead more from LaurieWork with Laurie ***EPISODE CREDITS:If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com