HR Unplugged

Compensation drives employee engagement and retention, but recent trends reveal growing dissatisfaction linked to economic challenges. The discussion highlights the generational divide in salary negotiations, with Gen Z embracing transparency for better pay. Strategies for effective compensation communication and the importance of aligning leadership perceptions with employee realities are explored. The episode also dives into best practices for implementing surveys and strategic salary increases to cultivate a more satisfied and motivated workforce.

Done right, 360 feedback is a great way of promoting growth in an organization, providing a more well-rounded view of individual and team performance, and strengthening collaboration. Done wrong, it can contribute to a culture of fear, lead to resentment, and be too focused on weakness rather than strength.In this episode, we sit down with Jordan Burton, Co-Founder of Talgo.io, to explore the ins and outs of 360 feedback. We discuss the challenges, the risks, and how to put in place a review system that leaves all parties satisfied. Jordan also offers some examples from his own professional life, suggests the times when a business is ready to implement a 360, and talks about why this process shouldn’t be remedial – that is to say, with the aim of ‘fixing’ somebody. Key moments: The ‘three levels’ of 360 feedback The importance of trust in the process Why 360 feedback risks being overly evaluative How to prepare employees The value of including a third-party Why the ‘no attribution’ aspect of 360 feedback is so essential How employees can provide feedback on the feedback they have received Key links:Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQwBamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanwburton/

Scott Byrd, Co-founder of Pathways Global, is an expert in executive coaching and brain chemistry. He dives deep into how dopamine drives employee motivation and performance, especially in today’s overstimulating world. Scott shares insights on the impact of blue light and ADHD on mental engagement. He emphasizes the importance of empathetic communication by being 'up, light, and direct.' Strategies for enhancing dopamine levels and self-care among leaders are also discussed, offering a roadmap for improving workplace interactions and productivity.

In this engaging discussion, Julie Turney, Founder and Chief Impact Architect at HR@Heart Consulting, shares her insights on navigating workplace challenges. She highlights the importance of recognizing red flags in company culture, from overbearing CEOs to unrealistic demands. The conversation also delves into the impact of personal life on employee happiness and the risks of compassion fatigue. Julie emphasizes setting boundaries and the need for HR to engage with organizational strategy while fostering a supportive work environment.

Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer at LifeGuides, discusses innovative approaches to employee well-being. He emphasizes the need for holistic support that addresses diverse life challenges like caregiving and illness. Lundsten highlights how peer-to-peer connections foster resilience and the importance of empathy in mental health resources. He also critiques traditional benefits approaches, advocating for a better alignment between employee needs and organizational support systems. Insightful strategies for enhancing work-life balance and personal empowerment take center stage.

What’s your worst bad boss story? It seems like everyone’s got one. We expect leaders to provide guidance and make sound decisions, but that’s not always the case, and it can put employees and HR in a tricky position.In this episode (our first live show!), we sit down with Amy Butler, VP of People Operations at Awardco, and Jared Olsen, VP of People Experience at JobNimbus for a candid discussion about the challenges of poor leadership.We kick the conversation off by swapping our worst bad boss stories, including a shocking tale of fraud and an unexpected firing during maternity leave. But more importantly, Amy and Jared share the best lessons learned from bad past experiences and how they feed into their approach to people management today.We cover the importance of good coaching, transparent communication, setting expectations, and much more in this episode. It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to improve leadership at their organization!Key moments: Our worst bad boss stories and lessons learnedHow a poor onboarding experience inspired Jared’s thorough approach to onboarding todayStrategies to help employees dealing with poor managementWhy you should build a coaching cultureWhy Amy uses AMAs alongside engagement surveysHow poor people leaders can repair relationships with employeesWhy transparency and difficult conversations are importantHow responsible is HR for dealing with poor management?Key links:Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQwBamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/Connect with Amy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-poll-butler-b13b5291/Connect with Jared on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredolsen/

Do you feel safe to express ideas and opinions at work without the fear of judgment or even punishment?In today's workplaces, we have a greater understanding of just how important mental wellbeing is to our teams, to us individually, and to our performance. And part of that is driven by our ability to feel safe and supported in the workplace. In this episode, we explore the important topic of psychological safety with Dr. Vaneeta Sandhu, Head of Operations and Emotional Fitness at Coa. Vaneeta breaks down what psychological safety looks like on an individual, team, and company-wide level, and what organizations can do to improve it. We explore the business case for prioritizing psychological safety and how demonstrating the positive impact on retention, job satisfaction, innovation, and productivity can help you get leadership buy-in to make it a priority.Key moments: What is psychological safety?Tips for effective feedback delivery and the importance of the 5:1 positive to negative feedback ratioWhat organizations can do to boost psychological safetyThe business case for psychological safety and how to get buy-in from leadership What leaders get wrong about psychological safetyKey links: Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw/Bamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/Connect with Vaneeta on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vaneetasandhu/

In this insightful discussion, Megan Galloway, Founder of Everleader and an expert in learning and development, shares her experiences with BambooHR's new onboarding program. She explores the evolution of onboarding, emphasizing the integration of company values to foster connections from day one. Megan addresses challenges in remote onboarding and presents practical strategies for effective communication. Listeners will gain valuable tips for enhancing their own processes, ensuring new hires are welcomed and equipped to thrive quickly.

What does effective leadership look like when it feels like there’s never enough time to do all the things that HR leaders need to do?In this episode of HR Unplugged, host Anita Grantham sits down with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, to explore the critical elements of leadership. We investigate some of the overlooked traits that make good leaders great, like empathy and courage, and how the expectations of modern leaders have changed. We tackle key topics like how leaders can balance celebrating the diversity of opinion in the workplace with managing conflict. Johnny brings some great insights to the table on the importance of civility in the face of disagreements and how leaders can take an active approach to make sure people are culturally aligned on what matters most. We hear some of Johnny’s methods for dealing with conflicting opinions, how he screens candidates during talent acquisition, and what he believes are the top three Cs of successful HR leadership. Key moments: Why empathy is an overlooked but core skill for leaders How to create a culture of civility How to ensure cultural alignment during the hiring processThe importance of establishing boundaries and company cultureJohnny’s framework for dealing with conflicting opinionsKey links: Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw/Bamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/

With job interviews, we’re always on the lookout for that gold star candidate. But how do you spot them in a sea of applications? Nailing your interviewing process and asking the right questions are key, but there’s an art (and some science) to getting it right. In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Welch, Head of Recruiting at BambooHR, to get his take on what makes a great interview and how to plan discussions with candidates that help you get to know who you’re potentially hiring. Brandon, Anita, and Vanessa share their favorite questions to ask at an interview and how to get candidates to paint a picture of their experience, skills, and on-the-spot thinking. We look at how interviewing processes differ for different types of roles, how long interviews should take, and why giving candid feedback is a must (especially for internal hires!). Brandon also shares his thoughts on personality tests and how to use scorecard data to assess candidate suitability. Key moments: How to balance consistency in interviews with leaving space for hiring managers to add their own style The top things people get wrong in the interview processWhy job titles alone don’t tell us enough about a person’s experience The best interview questions to pinpoint top talent How to use personality tests the right way How hiring managers can prep candidates for interviews Why giving feedback and being intentional about the candidate's experience is so importantHow to determine the right amount of time for an interview Key links: Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw/Bamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/