Best Human Resources Podcasts (2024)

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Unbossing: The Future of Work Without Middle Managers w/ Jesse Meschuk 32:00

4h ago32:00

32:00

In this episode of DriveThruHR, we dive into the transformative movement of Unbossing, which has led to the elimination of one-third of middle management positions in 2023. Our guest, Jesse Meschuk, a seasoned human capital advisor and HR expert with over 20 years of experience, will share his insights on how Unbossing is reshaping workforces and t…

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Battling Burnout: HR Strategies for Employee Well-Being 31:00

3h ago31:00

31:00

Battling Burnout: HR Strategies for Employee Well-Being Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Colin Minto, HR & TA leader In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Colin Minto, an experienced HR and TA leader, about his own experience of burnout and how he has been able to use this to advise, help and support HR & TA professionals to address their own and their …

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HR Legends on the Evolution of Work and Technology 1:00:00

3d ago1:00:00

1:00:00

HR Legends on the Evolution of Work and Technology Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Meg Bear, Don Weinstein, Cecile Alper-Leroux, Gretchen Alarcon, Mike Carden, Lisa Sterling Today, Steve and Trish brought the HR Tech Legends to the show to talk about the evolution of work and technology over the last 15 years. - Disruptive technology in HR…

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SPOTLIGHT: Quantifying the Impact of Inclusivity, With Netta Jenkins 23:08

3d ago23:08

23:08

Netta Jenkins, author of “The Inclusive Organization,” suggests that while organizations have made advances in DEI in recent years, political polarization and economic uncertainty have threatened to undo that progress. Jenkins joins the Gartner Talent Angle to share her advice on the current state of the DEI movement, and she charts a path forward …

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HR People Pod – Ep 3: A new UK Government and a ‘New Deal for Working People’ 36:00

4d ago36:00

36:00

The Labour Party will form a new government in the United Kingdom. But what can employers expect from its proposed ‘New Deal for Working People’? CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza hosts former Labour MP Iain Wright, Firstsource Senior VP HR Europe and Global Head of Inclusion and Diversity Jo Carlin, and Mencap Executive Director of People …

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Setting your employees up for success 15:24

7d ago15:24

15:24

We are often called upon by employers and managers to advise on situations where issues with performance arise with employees, and the manager/employer has reached the end of their patience with the individual. We are also regularly asked by employers about how to manage employees who do not do what is required or are not up to standards. Whilst we…

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15 Years of Conversations: Celebrating with the HR Happy Hour Show OG's 51:00

10d ago51:00

51:00

15 Years of Conversations: Celebrating with the HR Happy Hour Show OG's Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Lance Haun, Lois Melbourne, Robin Schooling, and Lisa Rosendahl Today, Steve and Trish sat down with four of the original guests of the HR Happy Hour Show! They reflected on their experiences on the show, sharing memories and insights on…

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SPOTLIGHT: Rethinking the Frontline EVP, With PepsiCo Foods North America CHRO Patrick McLaughlin 16:13

10d ago16:13

16:13

Patrick McLaughlin, PepsiCo Foods North America CHRO, joined the Talent Angle at Evanta’s 2023 Dallas CHRO Executive Summit in June to reflect on what he refers to as “the inversion of the labor market.” For the first time, there are more jobs than people to fill them. HR leaders are charged with retaining and engaging the frontline workforce amid …

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Podcast 209: What's hampering 'good work'? 28:30

10d ago28:30

28:30

Our latest CIPD Good Work Index noted the experience of conflict in the workplace, as correlating with poorer mental health, poorer view of the organisation’s leadership and a higher likelihood of quitting. But what are some of the other factors that prevent work from being ‘good’?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Marek Zemanik, Senior Pu…

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HR People Pod – Ep 2: Relationships at work | Mouse jiggling | Therapy dogs | Summer of sport 32:46

16d ago32:46

32:46

Do romantic relationships at work need to be disclosed? Can you trust a ‘mouse jiggler’? How do you manage time off or flexibility around major sporting events? Join the conversation with David D’Souza, CIPD Director of Profession, Gemma Dale, Senior Lecturer at Liverpool Business School, and David Balls, Chief People Officer at Newcross Healthcare…

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Benefits Essentials for the 5 Generation Workforce 40:00

17d ago40:00

40:00

Benefits Essentials for the 5 Generation Workforce Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Tom Hammond, Vice President of Strategy, Partnerships and Business Development, Paychex Today, we met with Tom Hammond to talk about comprehensive and diverse benefits solutions for different generations in the workforce. - Benefits and employee engagement - …

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SPOTLIGHT: Redefining the Manager’s Role, with Former Kimberly-Clark CHRO Liz Gottung 21:04

17d ago21:04

21:04

Mid-level managers are sandwiched between pressure from business leaders to retain employees and rising employee expectations for personalized support and communication. In this Talent Angle episode, former Kimberly-Clark CHRO and member of Gartner’s CHRO Global Leadership Board Liz Gottung encourages organizations to rethink their expectations for…

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Labor Relatedly on DTHR with Peter List 39:00

21d ago39:00

39:00

Michael VanDervort discusses labor relations issues of the day with guest Peter List of Labor Union News, including the recent merger/alliance between Amazon Labor Union and the TeamstersBy DriveThru HR

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Marketing Excellence: Nike's Swoosh Tactics, NBA Playoff Fever, and Fake News 46:00

21d ago46:00

46:00

Marketing Excellence: Nike's Swoosh Tactics, NBA Playoff Fever, and Fake News Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer met up to cover a variety of fun and engaging topics. Hear their thoughts, opinions, and predictions on today's show. - Nike's marketing strategies, including l…

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Directors employment rights 24:00

21d ago24:00

24:00

In recent weeks we have been advising several directors (who also happen to be shareholders) of companies where there has been some sort of fall out with fellow directors (and shareholders) leading to that person being dismissed from their role as director and in turn their employment. In this episode 229 of the podcast I bring you a run down of th…

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Thriving on Conflict with Amy Gallo 49:35

24d ago49:35

49:35

Conflict management is an increasingly essential skill for individuals in leadership positions. However, it is a topic that often makes people — especially leaders and managers — feel uneasy. As leaders are responsible for handling conflicts between their employees, teams, and peers, it is crucial for them to have effective strategies for conflict …

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The Evolution of Creating Better Workplace Experiences 33:00

28d ago33:00

33:00

The Evolution of Creating Better Workplace Experiences Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Nick Holmes, VP of Employee Experience at Avalere Health In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Nick Holmes, VP of Employee Experience at Avalere Health, and recently named one of the 10 most influential thinkers in HR Technology by CIO Business World magazine. During…

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HR People Pod – Ep 1: Leadership | Privacy | Second Jobs | Disconnecting 27:47

1M ago27:47

27:47

Decisive or divisive, Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s leadership message was definitely bold. Join the chat with David D’Souza, the CIPD’s Director of Profession, Katie Obi, Chief People Officer at One Advanced, and Mel Steel, former HR director and interim people & transformation leader, as we unpack the biggest stories of the past …

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A 15 Year Celebration of the HR Happy Hour Show 38:00

1M ago38:00

38:00

A 15 Year Celebration of the HR Happy Hour Show Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Today, we sat down to take a look back at the last 15 years of the HR Happy Hour Show. Hear the story of how the show began, and the many ways it has evolved through the years. From its humble beginnings as a call-in talk show to becoming a staple podcast in the HR com…

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SPOTLIGHT: Sustaining High Performance, With Commvault Chief People Officer Martha Delehanty 22:45

1M ago22:45

22:45

HR leaders are still experimenting with ways to support collaboration, connectivity and performance in response to a transforming global work environment. Martha Delehanty, Chief People Officer at Commvault, joins the Talent Angle and shares insights on how to equip employees for ongoing success to help leaders sustain high performance across the o…

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Podcast 208: Is a transactional attitude toward work problematic? 33:06

1M ago33:06

33:06

CIPD research suggests that work is occupying a less central place in our lives, with an increasing proportion of employees feeling that a job is ‘just a way of earning money’. While it could be argued that there is nothing wrong with employees taking a transactional view of work – it may after all be a way of them self-determining healthy boundari…

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Navigating the Emotional Journey of Merger and Acquisition with Jonathan Bennett 35:00

1M ago35:00

35:00

In this episode of DriveThruHR, we chat with Jonathan Bennett, an executive coach with a rich background in business and leadership. Jonathan shares his personal journey from leaving a high-level role at a large hospital to founding and growing a successful management consulting firm. After a decade of success, he made the bold move to sell his com…

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Unfair Dismissal: Frequently Asked Questions? 19:30

1M ago19:30

19:30

Episode 6: Listener questions answered about disciplinary issues & unfair dismissal In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I will answer some of the most frequently asked questions from Employers about how to deal with disciplinary issues and how to avoid a claim for unfair dismissal. This is the final of 6 episodes that focus on all of the key aspe…

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HR People Pod: Pilot two 27:29

1M ago27:29

27:29

Welcome to HR People Pod, the CIPD’s new fortnightly podcast series bringing you expert insight on topical stories impacting the world of work.In our pilot episode, host David D'Souza, CIPD's director of people profession, recruits Mel Steel, former HR director and interim people & transformation leader, and Alistair Gill, chief alchemist at Alchem…

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HR People Pod: Pilot one 31:10

1M ago31:10

31:10

Welcome to HR People Pod, the CIPD’s new fortnightly podcast bringing you expert insight and topical stories impacting the world of work.In our pilot episode, host David D'Souza, CIPD's director of people profession, welcomes Woosh Raza, executive director of people culture and inclusion at NCVO, Katie Obi, chief people officer at One Advanced and …

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Capturing the Upside of Uncertainty with Nathan Furr and Susannah Harmon Furr 54:23

1M ago54:23

54:23

From the emergence of GenerativeAI to widespread adoption of hybrid work, HR leaders are increasingly called upon to lead their organizations through uncertainty. Authors Nathan Furr and Susannah Harmon Furr join the Talent Angle to explain why uncertainty should be associated with opportunity, not anxiety. They detail how organizations can navigat…

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Exploring Gen Z in the Workplace with Kat Walsh 32:00

1M ago32:00

32:00

Join us on DriveThruHR as we chat with Kat Walsh of the Kat Walsh Group, a self-proclaimed "GenZologist." Kat's unique journey includes running a venture builder fund and working as a Chief Legacy Officer. She shares her insights on what makes Gen Z tick and how their work values have evolved post-pandemic. Kat explains what it means to be a GenZol…

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Creating a Dynamic Workforce: Innovating Employment, Growth, and Transitions 27:00

1M ago27:00

27:00

Creating a Dynamic Workforce: Innovating Employment, Growth, and Transitions Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Abigail Britnell, European Account Manager at Top Employers Institute In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Abigail Britnell from global certification consultancy Top Employers Institute about their latest research on how to create, develop and …

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Unlocking Connection: The Power of Thoughtful Questions in the Workplace 43:00

2M ago43:00

43:00

Unlocking Connection: The Power of Thoughtful Questions in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Topaz Adizes, Founder of The Skin Deep Today, we met with Topaz Adizes from The Skin Deep to discuss the significance of asking thoughtful questions to build better workplace relationships. They emphasized the importance of creating a sa…

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Unfair Dismissal: Compensation & Remedies Episode 5 24:13

2M ago24:13

24:13

In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I will tell you what the compensation could be for an employee who is successful in a claim for unfair dismissal and the other lesser used remedies. This is the fifth of 6 episodes that will focus on all of the key aspects of unfair dismissal, including everything you need to know to really get to grips with di…

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Fueling Performance With the Human-Powered Enterprise 47:29

2M ago47:29

47:29

Organizations today are grappling with how to manage the merging of peoples’ work and personal lives. With many organizational processes and structures not fully accounting for the human impact they have on their employees’ lives, organizations are now looking for a better approach to the way we work. Peter Aykens and Sari Wilde, two leaders of the…

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DriveThruHR with Rick Hammell of Helios 32:00

2M ago32:00

32:00

In this episode of DriveThruHR, Michael and Robin welcome Rick Hammell, SPHR, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Helios, to discuss one of the most pressing challenges facing companies today: global payroll compliance. The Global Payroll Management Institute has highlighted this issue as a top concern for businesses worldwide. Rick brings nea…

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Unpacking the Insights: A Deep Dive into Qualtrics X4 30:00

2M ago30:00

30:00

Unpacking the Insights: A Deep Dive into Qualtrics X4 Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talk about key insights from Qualtrics X4: The Experience Management Summit in Salt Lake City, UT. - AI, customer satisfaction, and feedback in the organization - AI's role in improvin…

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SPOTLIGHT: Striving for HR Functional Excellence, With Vail Resorts CHRO Lynanne Kunkel 22:26

2M ago22:26

22:26

The mandate for and position of HR have evolved since the COVID-19 pandemic began, and these trends are only accelerated by continually shifting employee expectations. Lynanne Kunkel, chief HR officer (CHRO) of Vail Resorts and member of Gartner’s CHRO Global Leadership Board, shares her vision for how the HR function can strive for excellence whil…

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European Talent Trends Every HR Leader Should Know 34:00

2M ago34:00

34:00

European Talent Trends Every HR Leader Should Know Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Rhea Moss & Eric Gelle, iCIMS In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Rhea Moss and Eric Gelle from Talent Acquisition technology providers, iCIMS, about their latest workforce insights research focused on the European talent market. During the conversation they analyse ke…

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Using AI and Skills Technology to Empower Business Leaders 29:00

2M ago29:00

29:00

Using AI and Skills Technology to Empower Business Leaders Host: Steve Boese Guest: Yvette Cameron, Senior Vice President, Global Product Strategy, Oracle Cloud HCM Today, we have Yvette Cameron on the show to discuss the current state of AI in HR, emphasizing the need for bold adoption and rapid integration into enterprise software. - AI adoption …

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Making Sense of the Labor Market with Gad Levanon 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

There are three key changes impacting today’s labor market – a changing workforce composition, evolving attitudes towards work, and new tools and technologies to empower employees and candidates. HR leaders must understand the implications of these changes as they set talent strategies and build out capabilities for their organizations. Gad Levanon…

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Podcast 207: HR's next top operating model 34:02

2M ago34:02

34:02

In a world heavily influenced by technology and evolving views on leadership and employee experience, people practice by and large, is still founded on the so-called 'Ulrich HR operating model' that was put forward in the 90s. Is it finally time to consider HR's next top operating model? Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Dave Ulrich, Univ…

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Kathi Enderes of The Josh Bersin Company on Systemic HR 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

Hey there, HR enthusiasts! Get comfy because we're about to shake things up on the next DriveThruHR episode. Join Michael and Robin as we chat with Kathi Enderes, the Senior Vice President of Research at The Josh Bersin Company, about Systemic HR. Forget the jargon—Kathi breaks down Systemic HR in a refreshingly straightforward way. We're talking a…

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Harnessing AI to Transform the Job Search and Recruitment Process 40:00

2M ago40:00

40:00

Harnessing AI to Transform the Job Search and Recruitment Process Host: Trish Steed Guest: Fred Goff, Co-Founder & CEO of Jobcase Today, Trish sat down with Fred Goff of Jobcase to talk about the potential of AI to transform job search and recruitment processes. - Harnessing AI for job search and recruitment - Empowering workers through AI and comm…

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EPIC HR Insights from Sara Vidoni and Tiffany Stevenson 23:00

3M ago23:00

23:00

Join Michael in this engaging episode of DriveThruHR, where we dive into some of our personal EPIC HR conference highlights with Sara Vidoni of Businessolver. Sara shares trends and changing paradigms impacting the employee benefits industry. Tiffany Stevenson, Chief People Officer at WeightWatchers, discusses their cultural transformation, followi…

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EPIC HR Insights from Jason Seiden & Pete Schramm 27:00

3M ago27:00

27:00

Join us in this engaging episode of driveThruHR, where we dive into some of our personal EPIC HR conference highlights with Jason Seiden of Comfort Communications and Pete Schramm of Lattitude. Jason shares his personal story of learning how to deal with grief and some thoughts on how employers can help their people during these challenging life mo…

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Unpacking Innovative HR Practices with Jennifer Yugo on DTHR 37:00

3M ago37:00

37:00

Join Michael VanDervort on the DTHR Podcast as he welcomes Jennifer Yugo, the Managing Director of Corvirtus, a leader in building remarkable workplace environments. This episode offers a deep dive into the transformative HR practices that are shaping modern businesses. Jennifer Yugo leads Corvirtus with a passion for crafting hiring processes, dev…

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Prioritizing Employee Experience for Frontline Workers 42:00

3M ago42:00

42:00

Prioritizing Employee Experience for Frontline Workers Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: John Hadeed, US Vice President, People & Culture at Primark Today, we met with John Hadeed from Primark to talk about the importance of the employee experience for frontline workers. We look at the dynamic retail landscape, focusing on Primark's strategic…

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Boosting Workforce Productivity with Booking Holdings CHRO Paulo Pisano 44:37

3M ago44:37

44:37

The proliferation of remote and hybrid work has forced managers and HR leaders to rethink how they keep tabs on workforce productivity. Meanwhile, emerging technologies like Generative AI have raised expectations for what future productivity can look like. While productivity has always been elusive to define and measure in the context of knowledge …

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Cryptocurrency Basics with a Digital Assets Trader 26:00

3M ago26:00

26:00

The Play by Play - Cryptocurrency Basics with a Digital Assets Trader Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer Guest: Collin Kanyuck, Digital Asset Execution Service Analyst This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talked with Collin Kanyuck about cryptocurrency investing and trading and what you need to know to get st…

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Vulnerability, Leadership, and Trust in the Workplace 34:00

3M ago34:00

34:00

Vulnerability, Leadership, and Trust in the Workplace Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish Steed Guest: Pat Wadors, Chief People Officer, UKG Today, we spoke with Pat Wadors of UKG about the importance of vulnerability and trust in the workplace. Some of the topics we discussed are: - Building trust in organizations through vulnerability and accountability - …

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SPOTLIGHT: Maximizing HR Technology Investments, With Marcia Morales-Jaffe 19:03

3M ago19:03

19:03

The rapid proliferation of HR technology has presented exciting opportunities while forcing HR leaders to make some difficult choices. Marcia Morales-Jaffe offers a path forward and shares insights from her experience as the former chief people officer of PayPal and World Fuel Services. Morales-Jaffe outlines how HR leaders can make the most of the…

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Redefining Leadership with Barbie - A Conversation with Cerys Goodall 37:00

3M ago37:00

37:00

🎙️ Join us on DriveThrHR as we dive into an enlightening discussion with Cerys Goodall, COO of Vetster, about the surprising and insightful parallels between the recent "Barbie" movie and today's corporate culture. 🌟 Episode Highlights: Breaking the Mold: Explore how "Barbie" challenges our perceptions of leadership and representation in the workpl…

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Overcoming the Roadblocks to a Better Employee Experience 21:00

3M ago21:00

21:00

Overcoming the Roadblocks to a Better Employee Experience Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Kate Featherstone, Product Manager at MHR In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Kate Featherstone, Product Manager at HR Software specialists MHR, about their latest research into improving employee experience. During the conversation they discuss: Why employee ex…

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