HR Works: The Podcast for Human Resources

Tune in for part two of my conversation with Sarah Devereaux, Co-Founder and Executive Coach at White Pine Leadership Collective & HCI Facilitator! As we continue our conversation about HR burnout, we'll delve into the role culture plays on burnout, how remote work has affected work life balance, and more.

In this engaging discussion, Jamie Graceffa, VP of Learning, Development & Culture at Quanterix and author of Kind Cards, shares insights on the transformative power of kindness in leadership. He emphasizes how compassionate leadership can thrive alongside competitive business strategies, boosting employee retention and innovation. Jamie also discusses the importance of cultivating a positive workplace culture that includes remote workers and encourages individuals to pursue their passions while fostering empathy in their careers.

Sarah Devereaux, Co-founder and executive coach at White Pine Leadership Collective, dives into the alarming burnout rates among HR professionals, with 98% feeling the strain. She discusses the importance of transparent communication in navigating the emotional challenges of post-COVID policies. Devereaux emphasizes the need for collaboration between HR leaders and upper management to build a supportive culture. She highlights how genuine leadership can foster trust and tackle the mental health issues affecting both employees and HR teams.

In this episode of HR Works, we continue our discussion on the transformative impact of kindness and empathy in workplace leadership with Jamie Graceffa, VP, Learning, Development & Culture at Quanterix. Jamie is also author of Kind Cards, which he created to help HR leaders and organizations develop kindness skills at work. In part two, listen in as we discuss the difference between empathy and sympathy, and why is empathy crucial for effective leadership, the crucial role empathy plays in DEI, why it’s important to remember the humanity of everyone, and more. Link to Kind Cards: https://getkindcards.com/

According to HBR, 90% of business leaders champion data as a key element to an organization’s success. But, many leaders don’t take the same approach with people analytics. Jared Pope, Co-Founder and CEO of Work Shield, shares how people analytics can help leaders improve company culture, identify and address pain points in the workplace, and boost employee engagement.

In this episode of HR Works, we discuss the transformative impact of kindness and empathy in workplace leadership. I’m excited to have Jamie Graceffa, VP, Learning, Development & Culture at Quanterix with me. Jamie is also author of Kind Cards, which he created to help HR leaders and organizations develop kindness skills at work. In the first part of this series, listen in as we discuss the impact of kindness and stigmas associated with it, the value of kindness in the workplace, practical strategies for HR leaders to develop their own empathy skills, common mistakes leaders make when trying to be more empathetic, and more.

Gianna Driver, Chief People Officer at Lattice, joins to discuss the impact of AI on HR, talent acquisition, and recruitment. If you want to learn more about AI usage in the hiring process, be sure to attend HR + AI 2024, live in New York City on October 22.

In this episode, we dive into the heart of the DEI debate. With recent setbacks and growing skepticism, many are wondering if the end of DEI as we know it is imminent. We've curated a powerful clip from HR Daily Advisor's webinar, "Is It the End of DEI as We Know It?" Listen in as our expert panelists discuss the decline in DEI efforts, their personal perspectives on the issue, the importance of curiosity in fostering meaningful dialogue, and more. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation that explores the challenges and opportunities facing DEI in the workplace. Listen to the full webinar here: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4699198/B037E143BB70131E1B8996E612E24D49 Speakers: Dr. Lisa Coleman, President, Adler University Reggie Willis, Chief Diversity Officer, Ally Financial, Inc. Rachel Bourne, Transformation Director, Cummins Antoine Andrews, Chief Diversity and Social Impact Officer, SurveyMonkey

Jesse Meschuk, Principal at Exequity, returns for the final part of our conversation on living wages. Tune in to learn more about the importance of living wages, financial literacy, and how leaders can help employees improve financial wellness.

According to the Dayforce Living Wage Index, only 56% of full-time employees in the United States make a living wage, while the other 44% are not making enough to cover a family’s basic needs. Jesse Meschuk, Principal at Exequity, joins HR Work Break to discuss the importance of living wages, financial literacy, and how leaders can help employees improve financial wellness.