HR Happy Hour Network

Digital Screening for Smart Hiring in HR Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Ben Mones, CEO & founder, Fama In this episode Mervyn talks to Ben Mones (CEO & founder at Fama) about how AI enabled online and social media background screening helps identify the right people, and the key findings from their Misconduct at Work report. They discuss:  - What is online and social media background screening - How can it identify potential pitfalls with future candidates - The most common types of misconduct that screening uncovers - Addressing emerging political situations when screening (eg current situation in the Middle East, upcoming elections in both the US and UK) - Identifying online intolerance and harassment - Incorporating emerging AI regulations and compliance in the EU Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Revolutionizing Work: A Conversation on Generative AI and HR Innovation Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Anthony Abbatiello, Workforce Transformation Leader, PwC Today, we met with Anthony Abbatiello from PwC to explore the transformative impact of Generative AI on businesses and the evolving workforce. We dive into the AI era, discovering the disruptive potential of Gen AI, along with responsible AI adoption in HR, emphasizing talent development, upskilling, and employee experience. Listen in to gain insights into the ethical use of AI, making HR processes strategic and employee-centric. Whether you're a business leader or an HR professional, this episode provides practical tips and perspectives on navigating the evolution of work. Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!  This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. Are you ready to drive growth and tackle the challenges ahead in the new year? With insights from 600 business and HR leaders, Paychex has just released its 2024 Business Priorities Report revealing the strategies you need to succeed. Packed with insider tips on improving employee benefits to automating workflows, this report is your strategic roadmap to success. Get ahead of the game and download your copy today at paychex.com/awia. Business success this year is just a click away.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss work life in 2024, including pay raises and minimum wage changes. They also cover the Iowa caucus results and potential nominees for the 2024 US presidential election. The hosts end with trivia games and share their optimism for the new year.

HR Happy New Year 2024! Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Today, we explore the dynamic landscape of work in 2024, from individual goals and resolutions to our 15-year anniversary celebration with exciting future plans. The discussion covers workplace diversity, universal languages, and the transformative impact of AI on compensation structures and smart home trends.We chat about Pantone's color of the year, labor market trends, workplace culture, along with a closer look at ongoing conversations around fair compensation in the evolving workforce landscape. Join us as we navigate the multifaceted dimensions of the workplace in 2024. Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!  This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. Are you ready to drive growth and tackle the challenges ahead in the new year? With insights from 600 business and HR leaders, Paychex has just released its 2024 Business Priorities Report revealing the strategies you need to succeed. With rising interest rates and inflation, along with struggles to keep top talent and develop leadership, it can be tough out there. But the report reveals that a whopping 98% of companies are planning to use artificial intelligence to tackle these issues—and that’s just the beginning. Packed with insider tips on improving employee benefits to automating workflows, this report is your strategic roadmap to success. Get ahead of the game and download your copy today at paychex.com/awia. Business success this year is just a click away.

Recruiting, Mentoring, and Growth: Lessons from a Career in Pro Sports Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish Steed Guest: Lou DePaoli, Pesident of the Executive Search and Team Consulting Division at General Sports Worldwide This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. Even the most seasoned professional can easily be overwhelmed by the critical tasks that need to be done during year-end. Download the Paychex Year-End Checklist to get organized. In it you’ll find timely tips, important deadlines, and advice backed by decades of experience to help navigate this time of year, so you don’t lose momentum as you transition to 2024. Visit paychex.com/awia to download your copy, today. That's paychex.com/awia. This week on At Work in America, Lou DePaoli from General Sports Worldwide, joined us to discuss the intricate relationship between sports and the corporate world. With a wealth of experience in sports, executive recruiting, and leadership development, he offered profound insights into recruitment strategies, emphasizing the significance of culture fit in fostering successful careers. Our discussion on mentorship and its pivotal role in professional growth within the sports industry ended with an exploration of diversity in hiring and leadership. Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

2024 & The Year of Trust - Redefining our Relationship With Work Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Neil Pickering, Senior Manager HR Innovation at UKG In this episode Mervyn talks to Neil Pickering from UKG about the research and findings behind their 2024 HR Megatrends. They discuss: - The varied needs of different generations in the workforce - Personalisation and why employee experience isn't the same for everyone - How should managers conduct check-ins - Using AI to focus on individual outcomes - Buy, Borrow or Build to address the skills agenda? - Identifying skills & capabilities gaps and the importance of recognising passions outside of the work environment - Transparency and the ESG agenda Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

UNLEASH Conversations: Getting Comfortable with Wellbeing and Gen Z Trends Host: Trish Steed  Guest: Mervyn Dinnen Today on the HR Happy Hour Show, Trish Steed is joined by Mervyn Dinnen to chat about employee wellbeing and Gen Z in the workplace. - HR technology evolution - Trends in technology and remote work at the UNLEASH global conference - Workplace well-being and digital well-being - Mental health and workplace support - Candidate experience with a focus on Gen Z Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The Play by Play – Year in Review and Predictions for 2024 Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer share the 2023 year in review from top music, sports, movies, games, and news. Ready for some 2024 predictions? We have some good ones - listen in! - Taylor Swift's 2023 tour and its financial success - Sports contracts, highlights, and championships - Music streaming trends and surprises - Movie predictions, music and phone trends for 2024 - Quote of the show Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Inclusion Crusade 15 - Navigating Year-End Mental Health & Productivity for a Fresh Start Host: Sarah Morgan Guest: Charlie Pleasant, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Founder/Executive clinician of The Healing Collaborative Welcome back to the Inclusion Crusade, where I am on a mission to create workplaces where employees feel safe, seen and supported. One episode at a time. This week we are discussing mental health and productivity as the year comes to an end and a new one begins. - Workplace stress during holiday season - Managing mental health during seasonal changes - Slowing down and connecting with emotions in a fast-paced world - Prioritizing joy and worth in work - Workplace culture and innovation Thank you for listening! Remember to subscribe on your favorite podcast app!

Meeting HR Challenges with Innovative Technology Solutions Host: Steve Boese Guests: Amy Mosher, Chief People Officer at isolved & Julie Montgomery, Vice President of HR at Community First Credit Union Today, Steve met with Amy Mosher and Julie Montgomery at the isolved Connect conference to talk about how HR leaders can tackle their challenges with innovative technology solutions. - HR technology innovations and AI's impact on leaders - HR challenges and technology adoption - Expanding talent pool through AI and diversity - AI in HR and personalized experiences - HR technology and AI adoption in a small organization Thank you for joining the show today!  Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!