HR Unplugged

Will Clive, Chief People Officer at Pluralsight, joins to share his insights on leveraging data for impactful HR strategies. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling to engage leadership with data-driven narratives. Clive discusses practical methods for collecting feedback, enhancing employee survey participation, and gaining buy-in from executives. The conversation also touches on balancing employee anonymity with transparency and prioritizing significant organizational challenges using data to boost engagement and drive change.

Did you know 70% of new hires decide if their role is a good fit within just one month? This means leaders don’t have long to make a good impression on new employees. So how can businesses ensure a good experience for new hires and prevent repeated staff turnover? On this episode of HR Unplugged, our Head of HR, Anita Grantham, and HR Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte explore why onboarding isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience – it should be tailored for the needs of the business and the employee. Plus, they explain the importance of listening to feedback from new hires and break down the biggest mistakes businesses make in the early stages of employment. Key moments: The most common mistakes HR leaders make during onboarding How leaders can deal with employees’ onboarding grievances Why onboarding begins at the recruitment phase 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 Our Definitive Guide to Onboarding in 2024: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/guides/the-definitive-guide-to-onboarding  

A clear, thought-out paid time off (PTO) system brings a plethora of benefits to your organization, including improved job satisfaction, staff retention and recruitment help.Plus, it can encourage employees to be more loyal, motivated and productive.So how can business leaders build a PTO strategy that truly benefits their team?On this episode of HR Unplugged, our Head of HR and HR Business Partner, Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte, explore how leaders can instill a culture that empowers employees to take self-care seriously and make use of PTO, for the benefit of themselves, their bosses and the business.Key moments:Why employees not taking PTO can cause poor job satisfactionHow PTO benefits productivity and happinessWhy employees feel guilty taking PTOAdvice for taking PTO in a small businessHow HR managers can align PTO policies with their teamsHow PTO improves your recruitmentKey links:Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQwBamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/

In this lively discussion, Alex Bertin, Head of Total Rewards, shares his expertise on compensation strategies and how they can align with company values. He reveals new data on salary trends, highlighting alarming gender disparities in raises. Alex emphasizes the importance of transparency in pay structures to foster employee trust and retention. He also addresses the need for clear performance evaluation metrics tied to compensation, challenging leaders to rethink their approach to pay equity and job satisfaction.

Lauren Le, co-founder and CEO of All In Together, is a leading expert in diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies. She discusses the significant challenges organizations face in DEI, emphasizing the need for strong leadership buy-in and middle management support. Lauren highlights why establishing long-term DEI strategies is crucial for nurturing diverse talent. She also shares insights on improving hiring and promotion practices while addressing the importance of clear policies on social media conduct to foster an inclusive workplace.

Every company wants the best talent out there, so it can be challenging to stay ahead of the competition. What worked for your recruitment process in the past may no longer be the best option, as recruitment and onboarding expectations change. A great way to stay ahead of the recruitment game is to embrace network hiring. Network hiring means tapping into your network and connections to find talent. Part of that is building a great referral process to encourage current employees to refer people they know and trust. Joining this episode of the podcast is Scott Sinatra, CEO and Co-Founder of Bountiful. With vast experience in companies such as Glint and Glassdoor, we wanted his take on what it takes to find and keep top talent in the workplace. He shares his thoughts on network hiring and tips on how to manage an employee referral program.Key moments:The top challenges in recruiting todayWhy the recruitment process is brokenHow to engage in network hiringAdvice for those who want to hire within their networkHow to manage a referral programTips for finding the best talentKey links:Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQwConnect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sinatra-b399312/

Company culture sits at the heart of every organization, whether it’s been carefully defined or otherwise. But how can managers ensure they’re building a culture of collaboration, compassion and strong communication? To foster a positive company culture, you must connect it to your mission, vision and values, establish clear goals and respond positively to employee feedback. Get the culture right and passionate employees, satisfied customers and improved business performance will follow. On this episode, our Head of HR, Anita Grantham, and HR Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte, explore how you can take your company culture from good to great. They discuss how to identify if your culture is working, develop culture in a fully remote team and promote teamwork and collaboration. Key moments: How to establish clear goals in your culture strategy Making space for compassionate conversations The best ways to improve your communication How to connect your culture to your mission, vision and values Identifying how to foster collaboration and teamwork The best ways to measure employee feedback and adjust your culture strategy How to communicate how you want your teams to focus on collaboration and culture Key links: Culture Checklist: 12 Ways to Improve Your Company Culture: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/whitepapers/culture-checklist?formSubmit=success  The Definitive Guide to Company Culture [eBook]: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/ebooks/definitive-guide-company-culture?formSubmit=success  Your Guide to Creating Company Values [eBook]: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/ebooks/guide-company-values?formSubmit=success Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw

As HR leaders, we’re in the business of people – and if your people aren’t happy, it can cause major roadblocks for a business, drive top talent away, and affect company culture. We invited Jennifer Decker, Director of HR and Senior Client Services Manager at Donaldson Capital Management, to join HR Unplugged and share her insights into what HR can do to boost employee happiness, wellbeing, and engagement. Jennifer and BambooHR’s Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte explore the actions HR leaders can take, why employee happiness is decreasing across industries and the best practices for improving morale.  For more, don’t forget to subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/     Join the conversation with our HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw  Key Moments: Why employee happiness is decreasing  How the economy is affecting employee satisfaction Why HR leaders should focus on increasing employee engagement Best practices for improving employee morale Pro tips for boosting engagement Actions HR leaders can take to enhance employee wellness Key Links: Connect with Jennifer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmdecker/  

With employee retention remaining one of the biggest challenges for companies, it’s more important than ever that you build a great benefits package that keeps top talent on board. Building a comprehensive benefits package for employees can go a long way in helping them feel supported and valued – and it can do wonders for employee retention. To build a total rewards package, you need to think beyond base pay. In fact, in a competitive talent market, competing on compensation alone is no longer enough. To help attract and retain top talent, companies need to go further and offer benefits that employees truly want and need.  In this episode, we welcomed Alex Bertin, Head of Total Rewards at BambooHR, to share his thoughts and advice on building a total rewards package that makes employees feel valued and happy in their roles.  Key Moments: What is the employee value proposition? Why you should connect rewards to your company mission Defining total rewards strategy Why you may need to “re-recruit” employees How to decide which benefits to offer How to make data-driven decisions about benefits How we approach benefits at BambooHR For more insights into becoming a great HR leader, subscribe to the HR Unplugged series or join our HR Heroes Slack community. 

Competition for talent is at an all time high, and this trend extends to the HR industry as well. To optimize recruitment efforts, processes need to be rigorous. So what are the most effective best practices for identifying ideal candidates?  On this episode of HR Unplugged, Anita Grantham, Head of HR, and Vanessa Brulotte, Human Resources Business Partner, are joined by Mason Calaiaro, Leadership Talent Acquisition Manager at Greenhouse Software. Mason shares expert tips on choosing the right hires, eliminating bias and implementing quiet hiring the right way. Plus, she provides advice on building a positive candidate experience and tells us why scorecards form the perfect foundation for a structured hiring process. Key Links: Connect with Mason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mason-calaiaro-10267634/  Subscribe to the HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join the HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw