HR Work Break

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.

HR Work Break: A Year of Debate

Ready to dive into the biggest HR controversies of 2024? Our ‘Year of Debate’ series explores the key topics that ignited intense industry discussions. From Gen to AI and DEI, this series provides HR leaders with the information and insights they need to stay ahead of the curve. This week’s HR Work Break episode will […]

HR Work Break: The Future of Leadership

77% of organizations report a lack of leadership in critical roles. To remedy this, 88% of organizations are planning to bolster leadership development programs in the coming year. Leadership coaching can become a pivotal tool for developing resilient, adaptive leaders who can effectively guide teams through both change and growth. Dr. Barbara Trautlein, Principal of […]

HR Work Break: Authentic Appreciation Leads to Success

As we’re less than a week away from Thanksgiving, workers across the country are likely thinking about what they’re thankful for. HR professionals should do the same: consider just how much an impact your people make, and how being thankful for their work could further drive success. In the spirit of the holiday, this week’s […]

HR Work Break: Humanizing HR, Part 2

Guests: Sarah Deveraux, Co-Founder and Executive Coach at White Pine Leadership Collective and HCI Facilitator 61% of workers agree that their perceived lack of trust by their employer impacts their ability to do their jobs well. How can leaders rebuild employee trust in HR? Tune in for the conclusion of my conversation with Sarah Deveraux […]

HR Work Break: Humanizing HR, Part 1

Guests: Sarah Deveraux, Co-Founder and Executive Coach at White Pine Leadership Collective and HCI Facilitator In August, the New York Times published an article about the distrust employees have toward HR professionals, sparking conversation across LinkedIn about the differences between “boots-on-the-ground” HR leaders and HR “influencers.” Sarah Deveraux, Co-Founder and Executive Coach at White Pine […]

HR Work Break: Battling HR Burnout Part 2

Guests: Sarah Devereaux, Co-Founder and Executive Coach at White Pine Leadership Collective & HCI Facilitator Tune in for part two of my conversation with Sarah Devereaux, Co-Founder and Executive Coach at White Pine Leadership Collective & HCI Facilitator! As we continue our conversation about HR burnout, we’ll delve into the role culture plays on burnout, […]

HR Work Break: Battling HR Burnout Part 1

Guests: Sarah Devereaux, Co-Founder and Executive Coach at White Pine Leadership Collective & HCI Facilitator Forbes found that 98% of HR professionals are burned out, and 97% of felt emotionally fatigued from work over the past year. In the face of these shocking statistics, what can leaders do to better support their HR teams? Sarah […]

HR Work Break: Balancing Tech and Humanity

Gianna Driver, Chief People Officer at Lattice, joins to discuss the impact of AI on HR, talent acquisition, and recruitment. Tune in to hear more about the importance of using AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight, and creating ethical governance structures in organizations. And, if you want to learn more about AI usage in the hiring […]

HR Work Break: Living Wages and Living Well Part 2

Jesse Meschuk, Principal at Exequity, returns for the final part of our conversation on living wages. Tune in to learn more about the importance of living wages, financial literacy, and how leaders can help employees improve financial wellness.

HR Work Break: Living Wages and Living Well Part 1

According to the Dayforce Living Wage Index, only 56% of full-time employees in the United States make a living wage, while the other 44% are not making enough to cover a family’s basic needs. Jesse Meschuk, Principal at Exequity, joins HR Work Break to discuss the importance of living wages, financial literacy, and how leaders […]