Sarika Lamont, a people executive at Vidyard, delves into the complexities of compensation and the importance of pay transparency. She explains why many employees misinterpret their paycheck and how effective communication can bridge that gap. The conversation touches on creating equitable pay packages and the need for tailored compensation strategies that resonate with today's diverse workforce. Sarika emphasizes that education is vital in fostering understanding and trust around compensation practices.

As we wrap up 2024, it's time to start thinking ahead to 2025—and let’s be honest, it’s about time we take our place as the experts in the room. From fixing the broken candidate experience to building stronger bridges with other teams, it’s time for HR to show up and show out!This episode features a series of friends/leaders sharing their bold wishes for the future, and why 2025 is our year to make real change happen. We’re not holding back!Now, Working Not Working is helping to keep that talent with NTRNL— the new platform that unlocks employee passions and ignites productivity. So you can see your people as they see themselves: as humans, not headcount. Visit seeyourpeople.com to learn more or book a demo.00:00:55 - Tara Turk-Haynes’s Wish for HR in 202500:10:01 - Sarika Lamont’s Wish for HR in 202500:16:02 - Cassidy Edwards’s Wish for HR in 202500:19:35 - Noah Warder’s Wish for HR in 202500:26:52 - Cassandra Babilya’s Wish for HR in 2025And if you love I Hate It Here, sign up to Hebba’s newsletter! It’s for jaded, overworked, and emotionally burnt-out HR/People Operations professionals needing a little inspiration.https://workweek.com/discover-newsletters/i-hate-it-here-newsletter/ And if you love the podcast, be sure to check out https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here for even more exclusive insider content!Follow Tara:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ttaraturkhaynes/Follow Sarika:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarikal/Follow Cassidy:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassidy-edwards-yyom/Follow Noah:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahwarder/Follow Cassandra:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandra-babilya/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

As People Leaders, we love our people, but sometimes we miss how the two worlds of business strategy and people strategy need to work together to drive results. Joining me is the brilliant Halai Shukran, COO at Pluribus Digital, who’s built her career around understanding exactly how people and business strategy intersect. From leading talent functions to overseeing operations, IT, and comms, Halai’s insight is next level. She’s breaking down how to speak the language of other business units, why you should get your seat at the table, and how to prioritize when resources are tight.Plus, we talk about the big picture—how seeing the whole organization helps shape better leadership and decision-making.So, if you’ve ever felt stuck in the HR bubble, today’s episode is your guide to breaking out and making a real impact. Now, Working Not Working is helping to keep that talent with NTRNL— the new platform that unlocks employee passions and ignites productivity. So you can see your people as they see themselves: as humans, not headcount. Visit seeyourpeople.com to learn more or book a demo.00:02:27 - One Thing People in HR Should Rethink00:06:10 - How Halai Discovered Her Zone of Genius00:10:43 - Keeping Business and People Strategies Aligned00:18:10 - The Process for Diagnosing Organizational Challenges00:23:30 - Prioritizing When Resources are Limited00:37:18 - Approaching Prioritization When Working Across Multiple Teams00:42:57 - How Seeing the Bigger Picture Influences Leadership and Decision-making00:48:14 - Advice for Leaders who Want to Cultivate the “Big Picture” Mindset00:50:58 - What Excites Halai About the Future of WorkAnd if you love I Hate It Here, sign up to Hebba’s newsletter! It’s for jaded, overworked, and emotionally burnt-out HR/People Operations professionals needing a little inspiration.https://workweek.com/discover-newsletters/i-hate-it-here-newsletter/ And if you love the podcast, be sure to check out https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here for even more exclusive insider content!Follow Halai:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/halai-shukran-sphr/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

If HR should be anything it’s these two things: creative and curious.This week’s guest is as delicious as the bagels her company makes (and that’s saying something). Nikki Rappaport, Chief People Officer at Call Your Mother—aka my go-to for stress-eating bagels—is here to share her creativity and wisdom!With a decade of experience in creative marketing and employee experience design, Nikki shares how curiosity and creativity drive exceptional HR practices. From storytelling to culture-building, we’re exploring how HR can learn from marketing to build trust, align teams with company values, and create meaningful employee experiences.Also, yes, we talk a little bit about bagels. Obviously.Now, Working Not Working is helping to keep that talent with NTRNL— the new platform that unlocks employee passions and ignites productivity. So you can see your people as they see themselves: as humans, not headcount. Visit seeyourpeople.com to learn more or book a demo.00:03:50 - One Thing People in HR Should Rethink00:04:53 - How Nikki Found Her Zone of Genius00:07:20 - How Creativity Translates into Exceptional Employee Experiences00:10:50 - The Overlap Between Marketing and HR00:15:38 - The Connection Between Marketing and a Strong Workplace Culture00:18:53 - How HR Can Utilize Storytelling to Strengthen Culture and Branding00:24:53 - How to Align Employees With Company Missions and Values00:36:30 - Lessons From Customer Experience Design That HR Should LearnAnd if you love I Hate It Here, sign up to Hebba’s newsletter! It’s for jaded, overworked, and emotionally burnt-out HR/People Operations professionals needing a little inspiration.https://workweek.com/discover-newsletters/i-hate-it-here-newsletter/ And if you love the podcast, be sure to check out https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here for even more exclusive insider content!Follow Nikki:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkirap/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

Shannon Ogborn, a former recruiter turned community leader at Ashby, Rhona Barnett Pierce, a video marketing whiz for recruiters, and Brandon Jeffs, Director of People and Talent at TLDR, delve into the chaotic world of recruiting and job hunting. They share invaluable advice for recruiters and job seekers alike, emphasizing the importance of personal branding and relationship-building. The discussion reveals strategies for overcoming applicant tracking systems and highlights the significance of networking to enhance job prospects in today’s market.

Jessica Winder, author and SVP of people, dives into the messy world of leadership. She emphasizes that leadership is a learned skill, not an inherent trait. Vulnerability is essential for effective leadership, and balancing empathy with decision-making is crucial. Jessica shares her journey from traditional authority to empowering leadership, debunks myths, and highlights key qualities that differentiate good leaders from great ones. She also draws parallels between parenting challenges and leadership lessons, making her insights relatable and engaging.

Just how different is a work environment that’s unionized versus one that isn’t?Today, we’re diving headfirst into the world of unionized workplaces with the brilliant Morgan Williams! Spoiler alert: unions aren’t just about strikes and tension—they can actually make your organization stronger if you know how to play the game. Morgan’s expertise? Managing unionized environments, reducing conflict, and building collaboration that lasts. She’s here to drop some knowledge on how you can navigate union demands without breaking a sweat (or losing your mind).Plus, why you should care about union negotiations—because, trust me, what they’re asking for today might just be what your employees are eyeing tomorrow.Now, Working Not Working is helping to keep that talent with NTRNL— the new platform that unlocks employee passions and ignites productivity. So you can see your people as they see themselves: as humans, not headcount. Visit seeyourpeople.com to learn more or book a demo.00:02:15 - Something That HR Folks Should Rethink00:04:20 - What Sparked Morgan’s Interest in Working With Unions00:07:30 - How the Election Could Impact Unionized Work00:10:47 - Working in a Unionized Environment VS a Non-unionized Environment00:13:04 - Common Misconceptions About Unionized Workplaces00:20:00 - Why Some People Don’t Support Unions00:22:17 - Fostering Positive Labor Relations and Reducing Conflict00:28:58 - How Employee and Union Relationships Have Changed Over the Years00:38:10 - Where Can People Educate Themselves on Unions?00:45:22 - Where to Get in Touch With MorganAnd if you love I Hate It Here, sign up to Hebba’s newsletter! It’s for jaded, overworked, and emotionally burnt-out HR/People Operations professionals needing a little inspiration.https://workweek.com/discover-newsletters/i-hate-it-here-newsletter/ And if you love the podcast, be sure to check out https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here for even more exclusive insider content!Follow Morgan:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganbwilliams/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

Last week, the US elected its 47th president.As I was sifting through the reactions of family, friends, and coworkers online, feelings of excitement and feelings of sadness were all over the place, and it was a lot to think about.But the thing I kept coming back to was the mission of I Hate It Here and the ways that elections affect us all!So today, we’re taking a stroll down HR memory lane, digging into the laws that flipped the script on how we work. From the Fair Labor Standards Act to the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, we’re exploring the major pieces of legislation that shaped HR as we know it.Now, Working Not Working is helping to keep that talent with NTRNL— the new platform that unlocks employee passions and ignites productivity. So you can see your people as they see themselves: as humans, not headcount. Visit seeyourpeople.com to learn more or book a demo.00:01:00 - The Misson of I Hate It Here00:01:50 - The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)00:03:55 - The Civil Rights Act of 196400:06:00 - The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)00:08:05 - The Employee of Income Retirement Security Act (ERISA)00:10:04 - The Americans With Disability Act00:11:04 - The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)00:13:17 - The Affordable Care Act00:15:05 - The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act00:17:40 - The Pregnant Workers Fairness ActAnd if you love I Hate It Here, sign up to Hebba’s newsletter! It’s for jaded, overworked, and emotionally burnt-out HR/People Operations professionals needing a little inspiration.https://workweek.com/discover-newsletters/i-hate-it-here-newsletter/ And if you love the podcast, be sure to check out https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here for even more exclusive insider content!Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

Joel Lalgee, an internationally recognized recruiting leader and coach, dives into the vital role of authenticity in the workplace. He emphasizes that businesses must genuinely embody their values to earn employee trust. Sharing insights from his extensive experience, Joel discusses the impact of personal branding and the necessity of creative inspiration. He reveals his daily video creation habits and the importance of building genuine connections in a digital world, all while staying true to oneself in professional settings.

This episode of I Hate It Here is getting spooky with a second edition of HR Horror Stories! Last year, we dove into tales that had us shaking our heads, and this year? Let’s just say my jaw’s still on the floor after these submissions. I’ll be reading these stories exactly as they were submitted, and trust me, they’re a reminder that nobody outside of HR quite understands the unique trauma we face. Tune in to hear about The Bad Employee, The Unhinged CEO, and yes, even a Rubber Duck and Plastic Dinosaur making their grand entrance.00:02:09 - The Tale of the Bad Employee00:05:33 - The Tale of the Interesting Meeting00:08:30 - The Rubber Duck and Plastic Dinosaur00:10:35 - The Tale of ‘Do Not Disturb’00:11:55 - The Tale of Lack of Gratitude00:12:51 - The Tale of the Group Text00:16:10 - The Tale of the Unhinged CEO00:19:02 - The Tale of Bad References00:20:50 - The Tale of the Mediator00:22:29 - The Tale of the PervertAnd if you love I Hate It Here, sign up to Hebba’s newsletter! It’s for jaded, overworked, and emotionally burnt-out HR/People Operations professionals needing a little inspiration.https://workweek.com/discover-newsletters/i-hate-it-here-newsletter/ And if you love the podcast, be sure to check out  https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here for even more exclusive insider content!Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef Got an HR horror story of your own? Submit it here!