I Hate It Here

I’ve been on a mission this season to learn something new in every episode, and today? Buckle up, because we’re diving into the world of investing and retirement planning—and I promise, it’s way more interesting than it sounds!It’s also an incredibly important topic that not enough people in our roles are talking about at length.Unfortunately, financial stress is the #1 stressor for most people, and HR leaders are no exception. But here’s the thing: investing doesn’t have to be a jargon-filled nightmare!So in this episode, Breene Murphy and I are breaking down what HR leaders need to know about investing—no fluff, no confusing terms, just practical insights to help you build a retirement plan that works for your company and your people!Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your workforce? PI empowers organizations to align talent with business strategy, helping you drive results and build a culture where your people truly thrive. Transform how you hire, engage, and lead—visit predictiveindex.com to learn how you can create meaningful change in your organization today!00:03:16 - A Topic Breene Has Been Interested in Lately00:05:46 - One Thing Every HR Leader Should Know About Investing00:09:52 - Why It’s so Important for HR Leaders to Understand Investing00:13:17 - The Best Ways to Evaluate Your 401k Providers00:25:46 - Why Newer Generations Contribute Less to Their Retirement Funds00:42:12 - The Biggest Mistakes HR Leaders Make When it Comes to Offering Benefits00:51:32 - What Breene Would Change About How Companies Approach Investing00:53:17 - Tools and Resources to Learn About InvestingAnd 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 Breene:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breene-murphy-climate-friendly-401k/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

Recruiting is rough right now.Job seekers are frustrated, recruiters are overwhelmed, and everyone’s wondering, “Is it just me, or is this whole system broken?” In this episode, I sit down with Kiersten Greggs, founder of Trap Recruiter and a 24-year recruiting veteran, to unpack the chaos. Kiersten pulls back the curtain on what’s really happening in today’s job market, why recruiters are the unsung heroes of HR, and how both candidates and hiring teams can navigate this mess.Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your workforce? PI empowers organizations to align talent with business strategy, helping you drive results and build a culture where your people truly thrive. Transform how you hire, engage, and lead—visit predictiveindex.com to learn how you can create meaningful change in your organization today!00:02:19 - A Topic Keirsten Has Been Interested in Lately00:05:03 - What is Happening in Today’s Market?00:10:01 - How Will the Job Market Look in the Next Year?00:14:06 - How to Stand Out During a Hiring Process00:23:04 - Why Does Everybody Think You Need to Beat the ATS?00:29:14 - Using AI for Resumes or Job Searching00:36:39 - The Biggest Inefficiencies in the TA Process Right Now00:44:16 - How Long Should the Overall Interview Process be?00:51:46 - What is the Most Important Part of the Candidate Experience? 00:57:03 - The One Tip Kiersten Would Give RecriutersAnd 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 Keirsten:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traprecruiter/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

In a lively conversation, Chris Hagood, CEO of AstutEdge and author of the PVE Professional Villain Era newsletter, shares insights on the rapidly changing work landscape. He discusses the importance of workplace friendships and whether HR should actively foster them. Chris hilariously debates if he’d take $10,000 to return to the office and tackles myths around job experiences and remote work. Plus, enjoy some quirky HR raps from ChatGPT, blending humor with essential modern workplace wisdom!

There’s more to people than what you see when they show up for work. Stories matter because we are in the age of radical authenticity and transparency.Exciting? Yes! Challenging? Also yes.Torrin Ellis, a powerhouse in recruitment, talent development, and operationalizing diversity and inclusion is here to break it all down! We’ll unpack Torrin’s latest report, Reducing Bias in HR Using AI, and explore building trust, vulnerability, and doing things differently to push humanity further and deeper into your respective organization.Plus, we’ll tackle the scary stuff—like how to do the right thing even when it’s hard and why re-skilling is non-negotiable in the age of AI.Don’t worry, we’ll also squeeze in some hot takes on the Super Bowl performance because, well, priorities.Tune in, take notes, and let’s make work better, one uncomfortable conversation at a time.Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your workforce? PI empowers organizations to align talent with business strategy, helping you drive results and build a culture where your people truly thrive. Transform how you hire, engage, and lead—visit predictiveindex.com to learn how you can create meaningful change in your organization today!00:05:01 - How Hebba and Torin Met00:10:26 - Breakdown of the Superbowl Performance00:18:42 - Understanding Bias and Prejudice 00:30:22 - What Inspired Torin’s Report about Reducing Bias in HR using AI00:38:56 - The Pros and Cons of Capitalism00:44:35 - Doing the Right Thing, Even When It’s Scary00:51:09 - Torin’s ONE Takeaway You Should Have From This Episode00:53:37 - Get in Touch With TorinAnd 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 Torin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/torinellis/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

There's so much we can learn from the sports that we love.So lace up your sneakers and pull up your socks, because this episode is a full-court press of insights, laughs, and way too many basketball metaphors!Today, Chris Henrichs is giving a masterclass on how the lessons from the court can transform the way we think about HR, leadership, and building a workplace that doesn’t just survive, but thrives.From Michael Jordan’s killer competitiveness to the art of drafting the right players (or employees), Chris breaks down all the interesting parallels between basketball and HR. We’re talking leadership styles, creating a winning culture, handling competition, and why HR is basically the coach, GM, and referee of the workplace.Whether you’re a die-hard sports fan or someone who thinks a “pick-and-roll” is a bakery order, you’ll still hae actionable takeaways that’ll make you rethink how you lead, collaborate, and bounce back from setbacks.Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your workforce? PI empowers organizations to align talent with business strategy, helping you drive results and build a culture where your people truly thrive. Transform how you hire, engage, and lead—visit predictiveindex.com to learn how you can create meaningful change in your organization today!00:03:45 - One Topic Chris is Really Interested in Right Now00:06:00 - The Connection Between Basketball and HR00:08:07 - How Competition Helped Shape Chris’s Career 00:13:22 - Who Inspires Chris in Sports, and How it Translates to HR Leadership00:18:31 - How This Famous Michael Jordan Quote Plays Out in the Workplace00:21:22 - Lessons Chris Learned About People Ops From Playing Basketball00:27:26 - Different Leadership Styles and How They Compare to Leaders on the Court00:31:24 - Balancing Top Perfomers With the Rest of the Team00:34:45 - HR’s Equivalent of Drafting the Right Players00:42:02 - Creating a Workplace Where People Challenge Each Other But Still Collaborate00:43:57 - Bouncing Back From a Rough Patch00:46:57 - Creating a Competitive But Healthy Work Environment00:53:13 - Chris’s Dream Basketball Team RosterAnd 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 Chris:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishenrichs/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

On today’s episode, you’re going to hear one word a million times…And that is strategic.Let’s be real, we’ve all heard the word “strategic” thrown around a million times, but what does it ACTUALLY mean? And why does it feel like everyone has a different definition? It’s probably because they do. Joining me today is the incredible Morgan Williams, CEO and founder of Peak HR. Morgan’s resume is basically the HR equivalent of a mic drop—she’s handled everything from massive layoffs to reopening retail stores for giants like Macy’s, Casper, and Topshop. She’s been in the trenches, and she’s here to help us unpack the myths, misconceptions, and realities of what it means to be strategic in HR.Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your workforce? PI empowers organizations to align talent with business strategy, helping you drive results and build a culture where your people truly thrive. Transform how you hire, engage, and lead—visit predictiveindex.com to learn how you can create meaningful change in your organization today!00:01:25 - Something Morgan is Interested in Right Now00:04:52 - What Being Strategic Means to Morgan as an HR Leader00:08:00 - Why the Word Strategic is Often Misunderstood in HR00:14:58 - How to be Seen as More Strategic and Less Operational00:22:11 - Why HR Teams Struggle to Align Their Work With Business Goals00:30:37 - Making Sure Your Initiative Have Measurable Impact on Business Outcomes00:34:50 - Skills That Will Make You More Strategic00:33:30 - Barriers HR Leaders Face Trying to Implement Strategic Initiatives00:43:00 - Key Differences Between Operational and Strategic Thinking in HR00:46:24 - How HR Leaders Can Advocate for Resources to Execute on Plans00:50:41 - Some of the Risks of Focusing TOO Much on StrategyAnd 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

Kim Minnick, an HR expert dedicated to transforming people operations, shares her journey through the hilarious highs and lows of HR. She recounts her most memorable blunders in compensation and performance management, emphasizing that mistakes often lead to the best lessons. Kim discusses the evolving role of performance reviews, the push for compensation transparency, and the impact of AI on HR practices. With a dash of humor, she highlights the importance of humility, transparency, and genuine connections in navigating workplace dynamics.

Want to know what’s at the heart of every successful organization?Connection, gifting, recognition, and appreciation!All four of these are so core to making somebody feel seen and heard at work.So in today’s episode, we're discussing connection-building because let's face it, loneliness is hitting hard and it's an epidemic that is creeping into our workplaces. Join me and Ross Langley from Snappy as we unpack innovative and personalized ways to foster connections with anybody in the office. We’re diving deep into creating meaningful experiences, leveraging personalization in gifts, and ensuring everyone in your organization feels truly seen and appreciated.Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your workforce? PI empowers organizations to align talent with business strategy, helping you drive results and build a culture where your people truly thrive. Transform how you hire, engage, and lead—visit predictiveindex.com to learn how you can create meaningful change in your organization today!00:01:35 - What Topic Has Been Interesting to Ross Lately?00:05:07 - How We Define Meaningful Connections at Work and Why It Matters00:08:17 - The Biggest Challenges Orgs Face Trying to Build Authentic Connections00:13:41 - How Unique Gifts Build Genuine Relationships at Work00:21:59 - Leveraging Personalization to Create Emotional Impacts00:25:35 - The Impact of Experiential Vs Physical Gifts00:30:37 - Creative Ways for HR to Integrate Gifting Into Engagement Programs00:37:07 - Potential Pitfalls With Using Gifts to Build Connections00:41:14 - Advice for HR Leaders Incorporating Gifting Into Their Connection-building EffortsAnd 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 Ross:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-ross-langley/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef

Tara Turk-Haynes, a powerhouse in talent acquisition and DEI with a flair for storytelling, dives into the transformative power of narratives at work. She discusses how authentic stories can create deeper connections among colleagues, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability. The conversation highlights common storytelling mistakes and offers insights on mastering the art of workplace communication. With her creative background, Tara inspires HR professionals to embrace narrative techniques, fostering an inclusive and engaging work culture.

Beyond the typical day-to-day activities in HR…I’m just a mega-dorknerd with a fierce love for books, especially when they whisk me away to worlds filled with fantasy, sci-fi, and heart-stirring romance!And today, we're exploring how the twists and turns of romance novels can actually offer fascinating insights into HR. I'm thrilled to have Georgia Clark with us to guide us through these narrative mazes!She’s not just any novelist—she’s a storytelling wizard who’s penned titles like Most Wonderful and Island Time, and she lights up New York's iconic Joe's Pub with her storytelling night, Generation Women.During our chat, we discuss how romance and the hero's journey in novels can uniquely resonate within the corridors of HR, enhancing empathy and understanding, which are crucial for anyone in this role.Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your workforce? PI empowers organizations to align talent with business strategy, helping you drive results and build a culture where your people truly thrive. Transform how you hire, engage, and lead—visit predictiveindex.com to learn how you can create meaningful change in your organization today!00:02:12 - A Topic Georgia is Interested in Right Now00:05:50 - Georgia’s Favorite Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episode00:09:47 - How Georgia Became a Writer00:16:24 - How Georgia Develops Her Characters00:21:29 - The Approach Behind Character Transformation00:30:30 - How Georgia Thinks About Conflict While Creating Characters00:39:15 - Uncovering Character Motivations in a Natural Way00:45:58 - How to Make a Story Truly Captivating for People00:48:28 - What is Generation Women?00:53:35 - Why the Hero Journey in Romance Novels Resonates With People01:00:07 - Making Stories Reflect Diverse Perspectives and ExperiencesAnd 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 Georgia:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-clark-b451412/Follow Hebba: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videosLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssefTwitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef