Category: HR Work Break Podcast

A series of conversations with members of the HR community, covering the latest trends and popular topics that are driving the world of human resources and people operations.

Best of HR Work Break 2023

HR Work Break takes a quick, but close look at everything Human Resources—listeners can learn something new, take our expert’s advice to heart, or simply stay abreast of today’s trending topics. As we say goodbye to 2023 and look toward 2024, let’s check out some of our favorite HR Work Break episodes from the past […]

HR Work Break: 2023’s Biggest HR Buzzwords

In the last few days of 2023, now is an excellent time for companies to reflect on buzzwords, trends, and hot topics that shaped the HR space. By taking these topics to heart, leaders can better prepare themselves, their teams, and their organizations for a successful 2024. Tune in for HR Work Break’s special end-of-year […]

HR Work Break: Investing in the Future of L&D

Guests: Sam Zheng, CEO & Founder of DeepHow 88% of L&D pros think that proactively building employee skills will help them navigate the evolving future of work. So, what does that future look like? Sam Zheng, CEO & Founder of DeepHow, joins HR Work Break to discuss the benefits of employee-led training, best practices for employee […]

HR Work Break: 2024’s Future of Work

Guests: Jared Pope, Co-Founder and CEO of Work Shield In a recent survey, McKinsey highlighted three major trends that will likely continue to reshape work as we know it: remote work, e-commerce, and the adoption of automation and AI. Jared Pope, Co-Founder & CEO of Work Shield, joins HR Work Break to discuss how these topics […]

HR Work Break: The Loneliness Epidemic

Guests: Erica Kezwin, workplace strategist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author The US Surgeon General recently deemed loneliness and isolation and “epidemic” as over half of Americans reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. What can HR leaders do to better support their employees’ mental health? Erica Kezwin, workplace strategist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author; joins HR […]

HR Work Break: What Is ‘Tethered Nomading?’

Guests: Audra Nichols, Chief Operating Officer at MBO Partners When the pandemic forced many jobs into a remote setting, countless workers embraced a more nomadic lifestyle. With a good wifi connection and flexible work arrangements, workers were able to travel to their hearts’ content. But, as many companies contemplate a return to office, the trend […]

HR Work Break: Remote, Hybrid, or In Office?

Guests: Carol Howard, Chief People Officer at Eptura In a recent report from Resume Builder, 90% of companies say they plan to implement return-to-office policies by the end of 2024. As many high-profile business like Amazon, Netflix, and Google shift to hybrid or office-first work, leaders everywhere are trying to find the best system for […]

HR Work Break: This Barbie Is a Recruiter Part 2

Guests: Brianna Rooney, CEO of TalentPerch Welcome back to part 2 of my conversation with Brianna Rooney, CEO of TalentPerch, about Barbie and what recruiters can learn from the blockbuster film. Tune in as we discuss how to contextualize various skills for career growth, the importance of diversity and representation, and more. Remember, you can […]

HR Work Break: This Barbie Is a Recruiter Part 1

Guests: Brianna Rooney, CEO of TalentPerch The Barbie Movie took the world by storm—it became the highest grossing movie of 2023, earning $575 million domestically and over $1 billion globally. As the film continues to dominate headlines, is there anything HR professionals can learn from Barbie and her friends? Brianna Rooney, CEO of TalentPerch, joins […]

HR Work Break: Beating Burnout & Improving Mental Health

Guests: Jeri Hawthorne, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Aflac U.S.   September was National Suicide Prevention Month. While more employers are providing access to mental health services, 67% of employees with mental illness struggle to access these services. As burnout, depression, and anxiety affect more and more of the population, what can […]