HR Coffee Time

LinkedIn has some fantastic features that will help you to get your next job. Some of them are really well known, while others are tucked away, or released without any major announcements, so you may not have come across them before. In this episode of HR Coffee Time, career coach & outplacement specialist Fay Wallis shares 3 little-known LinkedIn features which will help you get your next HR job. Why not, sit back and listen to it with a cup of coffee in hand, ready to learn how to make the most of LinkedIn?Key Points From This Episode[00:56] Statistics about LinkedIn[02:07] The first feature – LinkedIn URL[03:31] Fay’s online course –'Power up your LinkedIn profile'[05:52] How to edit your URL[06:26] Fay’s article – 'How to include a link to your LinkedIn profile in your CV'[06:47] The second feature – Interview prep[07:46] Where to find ‘interview prep’ and what to expect[09:12] How to access useful content with a free LinkedIn account[10:45] Where to find ‘practice and get feedback’[12:28] The third feature – LinkedIn advanced search features[13:49] How to find HR Recruiters[15:07] How you can search for a specific company[15:44] The difference between first-degree connections and second-degree connections[20:32] How to connect with FayUseful Links From This EpisodeConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteFay’s ‘Power Up Your LinkedIn Profile’ online courseFay’s article: How to include a link to your LinkedIn profile in your CV Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HRJoin 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.

5 generations (and a 6th coming) are currently working alongside each other in the workplace. They’re all shaped by different experiences and world events and have their own expectations of their careers and their colleagues.In this episode of HR Coffee Time, HR Consultant, Michelle Hartley, talks to Career Coach, Fay Wallis. She explains the key differences between the different generations and how we can make our workplaces as effective and inclusive for them as possible.Key Points From This Episode[00:40] The video featuring Simon Sinek talking about millennials in the workplace [01:35] Introduction to Michelle Hartley and the work she does with Barrow & Parker HR [04:28] The first generation – The Silent Traditionalists (born around 1928) [04:49] The second generation – The Baby Boomers (born after 1946) [05:11] The third generation – Gen X (born around 1965) [05:28] The fourth generation – The Millennials (born in 1981) [05:43] The fifth generation – Gen Z (born after 1997) [07:01] Possible tensions between the generations [07:33] Perennials – people who don’t fit into a generational stereotype [08:10] Different communication and feedback needs across the generations [09:07] Working styles across the generations [09:57] Different motivations and priorities across the generations [11:17] How to ‘mind the generational gaps’ – working in an inclusive way [14:00] Cross-generational mentoring [16:29] The importance of context when planning to foster inclusivity for a multi-generational workforce [16:37] Fay’s experience as a teacher, early on in her working life [19:37] The danger of ‘boxing people in’ through applying generational labels[20:07] Quick introduction to personal user manuals and team user manuals [22:38] Michelle’s book recommendation – ‘The Conscious Effect: 50 Lessons for Better Organizational Wellbeing’ by Natasha Wallace [23:34] The best way to get in touch with Michelle is on LinkedInUseful Links From This EpisodeConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteConnect with Michelle on LinkedIn Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.If you're kind enough to leave a review, please let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk. Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HRJoin 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.

Have you recently been promoted within your organisation? Are you wondering how you can excel and face the changes your new leadership role brings?This episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help, providing you with key tips on promotion pitfulls to avoid and strategies to succeed in your new HR leadership role.Key Points From This Episode[00:43] A recap of episode one – (Setting yourself up for success in your new HR leadership role )[01:23] A recap of episode two (How to be strategic in your new HR leadership role)[02:22] Introduction to Jacqui Jagger[03:32] What are the common promotion pitfulls?[04:06] The first promotion pitfull – ‘the trap of doing more rather than doing different’[06:47] The second promotion pitfull – ‘being over ambitious about what can be achieved’[10:22] The third promotion pitfull – ‘being promoted over peers’[14:37] The fourth promotion pitfull – ‘the identity gap’[16:10] Mistakes that are often made[16:47] How to focus on yourself and your strengths[18:11] Signals that are often used[21:30] Creating a 90-day plan[22:00] The first step to creating your plan[23:50] The second step to creating your plan[25:48] What is the ‘HR strategy shaping interview template’?[27:20] The ‘emotional intelligence framework’[29:02] The two aspects of emotional intelligence – ‘empathy and decision making’[31:16] Jacqui explains the emotional intelligence tool she uses – created by MHS[32:51] Ways to be mindful when supporting internal promotions[33:13] How to support and develop before a promotion[36:31] Jacqui’s book recommendation – ‘Think Again: The power of knowing what you don’t know by Adam Grant’[38:52] More information on ‘the practical leadership academy’[39:56] Ways to connect with JacquiUseful Links From This EpisodeConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteConnect with Jacqui on LinkedInThe Practical Leadership Academy Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know: Adam GrantRate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it onApple Podcasts or Spotify. If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Join 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HR

Whether you’re thinking of getting ready for retirement yourself, or you’d like to support colleagues with this key life and career transition, this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help.Key Points From This Episode[00:36] Introduction to Sue Gouldman[02:17] Sue’s advice on retirement[03:01] The common challenges of retirement – lack of structure and routine[03:37] The common challenges of retirement – staying motivated[04:18] The common challenges of retirement – loss of identity[05:30] The common challenges of retirement – finding purpose and fulfilment[07:50] Taking action to prepare for a happy and smooth retirement[09:25] Protecting your free time[12:01] Ways to stay motivated in your retirement[13:05] How creating a small network can help you[15:50] How to set up a successful retirement within the workplace[18:17] Ways in which a coach can help you plan for retirement – prepare for change[18:47] Ways in which a coach can help you plan for retirement – creating new goals[20:23] How a CV can be beneficial[22:59] Sue’s first book recommendation – ‘The good retiring guide 2022’ by Jonquil Lowe[23:53] Sue’s second book recommendation – ‘101 ways to enjoy retirement’ by Ravina Chandra’[28:11] How to connect with SueUseful Links From This EpisodeConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteSue Gouldman’s website, “Your Career Coach”Age UKu3a (University of the third age)The Good Retirement Guide 2022101 Ways to Enjoy RetirementRate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HRJoin 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.

If you’re facing redundancy, or find yourself having to make other people redundant, this episode is here to help. Listen now to hear tips and strategies to help you or the people around you get ‘unstuck’ and move forward successfully.Key Points From This Episode[01:47] Introduction with Sarah Archer[02:19] Redundancy statistics in 2020[03:40] Introduction to Fay Wallis[05:33] What is the ‘change curve’?[07:17] The change curve - stages one & two - shock & denial[07:48] The change curve - stages three & four - frustration & depression[08:32] The change curve - stages five & six - experiment & decision[09:02] The change curve - stage seven - integration[14:44] How to help with emotional struggles[15:55] Building a support network[19:43] A technique to help you feel more positive[21:30] How organisations can support their people - arranging outplacement support[22:32] How organisations can support their people - communication[26:17] Why organisations should invest in outplacement support[30:46] Fay’s top tips for anyone going through redundancy[33:07] How to connect with Fay[33:29] How to connect with Sarah[33:48] Bright Sky Career Coaching's free & paid solutions to help with redundancyUseful Links From This EpisodeConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteConnect with Sarah on LinkedInLinkedIn Live Video: How to get unstuck post redundancyPodcast: 002 | Handling redundancies (of less than 20 people) with confidenceArticle: Understanding & supporting staff when making redundanciesArticle: Alternatives to redundancy – things to consider firstArticle: 9 ways to help employees facing redundancyFay’s Power Up Your LinkedIn Profile online courseFay’s CV Toolkit (online CV writing course)Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Join 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HR

If you’re nervous or doubting your ability to be strategic in your new HR leadership role, this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help. It’s the second in a series of episodes focused on supporting you in your new role.In it, career coach Fay Wallis shares her HR Strategy Shaping Interview Template and explains how to use it to build relationships and trust, while gaining key insights into the organisation and its challenges, so that you can create an informed HR strategy that will have an impact.Key Points From This Episode[00:26] This is the second episode focused on supporting you in a new HR leadership role. The first episode was episode 23: "Setting yourself up for success in your new HR leadership role"[01:10] How you can create an HR strategy[01:38] What does it mean to be strategic?[03:41] The idea behind the HR Strategy Shaping Interview Template[05:54] The first P (Products), question one[06:21] The first P (Products), question two[06:56] The first P (Products), question three[09:17] The structure of the template explained[10:14] The Second P (Performance)[10:45] The third P (Priorities)[11:03] The fourth P (Processes)[11:24] The fifth P (Pressures) and sixth P (Power)[12:17] How to connect with Fay to provide feedback[13:40] Fay provides an example of a ‘quick win’[17:55] How to use The Essential HR Planner to help [18:38] Looking at key areas of HR influence through the lens of performance[19:31] Looking at key areas of HR influence through the lens of processes and pressures[20:03] Looking at key areas of HR influence through the lens of power[21:31] Video showing how to rate and review the podcast on Apple PodcastsUseful Links From This EpisodeConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteDownload the free editable PDF 'HR Strategy Shaping Interview Template'The Essential HR PlannerEpisode 23: Setting yourself up for success in your new HR leadership roleVideo showing how to rate & review the show on Apple PodcastsRate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HRJoin 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.

At the time of recording this episode of HR Coffee Time we’re in the middle of a recruitment crisis – organisations are finding it incredibly hard to fill their vacancies. With stories of ‘The Great Resignation’ and salaries creeping up to tempt people to move from their current role, there has never been a more important time to make sure you have strategies in place to retain the people within your organisation.Career conversations are an underrated, under-used, low cost and simple way of stopping your people from leaving, by giving them the career development they are looking for. They also have a host of other benefits. Learn more about what career conversations are, why they’re such a good idea and how to implement them.Key Points From This Episode[02:03] Introduction to Sarah Archer[03:04] What is a career conversation[06:24] Who specifically should be having a career conversation[08:46] Organisational benefits[10:34] What the benefits are to the individual[12:31] How to introduce career conversations to your organisation[14:30] Tools available to managers to help them hold the career conversation (using the 3E model)[17:35] Ways to introduce career conversations to an organisation[20:56] Tips for employees on how best to prepare for a good career conversation[27:11] More information on ‘Create Your Own Career Success’ - Sarah’s free five-day success challenge[28:29] How to contact Sarah[29:04] Sarah’s book recommendation, “Playing Big” by Tara Mohr[29:53] A refresher on Episode Five – “How to progress your HR career (using the 3E model)"Useful Links From This EpisodeConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteThe Essential HR PlannerStrengthsFinder 2.0 / CliftonStrengths AssessmentCareer Anchors Values in Action (VIA) Character Strengths SurveyConnect with Sarah on LinkedInCareerTree Coaching on FacebookCareerTree Coaching on InstagramSign up to Sarah’s ‘Create Your Own Career Success'Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Join 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HR

Understanding and supporting neurodiversity at work is important for many different reasons. Not only can it help you unlock access to talent and skills that are currently missing from your organisation; it can also lead to higher levels of engagement, inclusion and innovation.In this episode of the HR Coffee Time podcast, Neurodiversity Champion, Speaker & experienced HR professional, Mel Francis, shares her extensive knowledge and insights on the topic. Key Points From This Episode[00:35] Introduction to Melanie Francis[02:17] What is the definition of neurodiversity[04:45] What is dyslexia[05:51] Developmental coordination disorder/dyspraxia[06:39] Developmental language disorder[06:55] Autistic spectrum disorder[08:00] Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder[08:21] Tourette syndrome[16:42] What to find on DO IT Solutions[18:43] Neurodiversity in the workplace[20:12] Taking a look at the statistics in 2021[23:00] The business case for understanding & supporting neurodiversity - a case law example[23:52] The business case - useful research including Matthew Syed's book, "Rebel Ideas"[25:34] Practical strategies to use throughout key stages of the employment lifecycle[31:37] Becoming a Neurodiversity Champion[33:00] Melanie's book recommendation, "Neurodiversity at Work" by Professor Amanda Kirby and Theo Smith[33:42] How to get in touch with MelanieUseful Links From This EpisodeConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteThe Essential HR PlannerConnect with Mel on LinkedInEverymind At Work’s webinar featuring Melanie Francis, “How HR can be more neuro-inclusive across the employee lifecycle”·     Access to Work SchemeTake a further look at DO IT SolutionsRate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Join 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HR

Starting a new job at any organisation can feel daunting but stepping into an HR leadership role can feel particularly nerve-racking. You care about doing a great job and you know that all eyes will be on you during your first few months, waiting to see how you perform.In this episode of the HR Coffee Time career coach, Fay Wallis shares four tips that will help to set you up for success in your new HR leadership role.Key Points From This Episode[01:00] There will be more than one episode to help you succeed as a leader in HR[01:35] In this episode, Fay shares 4 key things to set you up for success in your new HR leadership role[02:51] Tip 1: put things in place to protect your wellbeing and mental health[04:09] If you find self-care particularly challenging, episode 10, ‘Tackling stress & building resilience, with Adele Stickland’ may be helpful for you[04:26] Tip 2: plan your pre-boarding & onboarding activities[05:05] Plan your introduction to your team[08:16] Tip 3: get a sense check about strategic priorities, mission & vision[09:58] The SHRM has some good templates to help with creating a mission & vision[12:09] Michael D. Watkins’ STARS framework to help you assess what situation you’re walking into[14:23] Tip 4: focus on people and products[16:10] The importance of building relationships across the organisation[17:48] Other episodes focused on networking and building relationships:Episode 11: Networking – the three most important networks for your careerEpisode 15: How networking can help your careerEpisode 16: How to become more confident about networkingEpisode 21: The 8 people who will set you up for career success, with Sharon PeakeUseful Links From This EpisodeMission & vision resources from the SHRMMichael D. Watkins HBR article, “Picking the right transition strategy”Episode 10: Tackling stress & building resilience, with Adele SticklandEpisode 11: Networking – the three most important networks for your careerEpisode 15: How networking can help your careerEpisode 16: How to become more confident about networkingEpisode 21: The 8 people who will set you up for career success, with Sharon PeakeRate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk. Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Join 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HR

You’ll have to handle conflict at work on many occasions throughout your HR career. Whether it’s conflict you’re experiencing yourself, or people in the organisation are turning to you for help because there is conflict within their teams. This episode is packed full of tips to help you handle it confidently and effectively.Career Coach Fay Wallis interviews Ginny Radmall from The Ivy Way, who gets to the root of why conflict exists, why it isn’t necessarily a bad thing and how to work through it to find positive outcomes. Key Points From This Episode[02:00] Introduction to Ginny Radmall and The Ivy Way[04:10] What conflict is and why it exists [06:02] Why conflict can feel stressful to deal with [09:25] Mistakes to avoid when handling conflict[12:00] The importance of listening & using open-ended questions [17:05] What to do if your technique for handling conflict doesn’t work straight away [21:48] Finding mutual ground in conflict situations [23:43] How understanding different personality profiles (using a profiling tool like C.Me) can help [26:53] Fay explains that episode 3 of the podcast explores how behavioural tool DiSC can help to build relationships at work [28:21] The difference between observing and evaluating someone else’s behaviour[32:18] How Covid has impacted on conflict at work [36:00] Why we shouldn’t avoid dealing with conflict [36:48] Ginny’s book recommendation – ‘Changing the Conversation’ by Dana Caspersen[37:46] How to get in touch with Ginny Useful Links From This EpisodeReview the HR Coffee Time podcast on Apple PodcastsConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching websiteConnect with Ginny on LinkedInThe Ivy Way websiteEpisode 3 of HR Coffee Time: Building relationships with difficult people at work  Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email.Mentioned in this episode:Join 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward AcademyBecome a member of 3R Strategy's free Pay & Reward Academy, or access their free resources by visiting: https://bit.ly/3racademy.Ready to learn more about Inspiring HR?Learn more about the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, and sign up to join the next cohort, that starts on 10th September 2025.Inspiring HR