This podcast has been created to help shed light on some of the many misconceptions about the Human Resources profession. To show you who we are at our core and what we are passionate about, which is championing for the people in our organizations. You will learn of our struggles and our fears. You will see our human side and I hope that it makes us as real to you as you are to us.
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Let's Sound Off With Bill Brown: Don't Suck at Recruiting
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In this HR Sound Off podcast episode, we welcome Bill Brown, Principal and Chief People Officer at Think People.Culture. Bill shares his inspiring journey through HR, offering valuable advice for those aspiring to become a Chief People Officer. We dive into his book Don't Suck At Recruiting, and get a sneak peek into his upcoming release, Don't Suc…
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Let's Sound Off With Kim Blue - HR as a Strategic Partner
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In this episode of HR Sound Off, I'm thrilled to welcome Kim Blue, Chief Executive Officer at K Blue Consulting. Kim takes us through her inspiring HR journey, from her corporate beginnings to becoming an entrepreneur and a leader in Fractional HR. She shares valuable insights on how to articulate boundaries for better work/life integration and the…
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Let's Sound Off with Dina (Lynch) Eisenberg - Inside the World of an Organizational Ombuds
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Organizational Ombuds with the remarkable Dina (Lynch) Eisenberg, Founder and President of Ombudsology LLC. Dina shares her extensive experience and insights, having dedicated three decades to the role of an Ombuds. Are you curious about stepping out of corporate HR? Dina offers invaluable advice on h…
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Let's Sound off With Kara Boyce - Mentorship and Workplace Transformation
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In this episode of HR Sound Off, I sit down with Kara Boyce, the Director of Human Capital for Guyana & Dutch Caribbean at Unicomer. Kara brings a wealth of experience and insights from her journey in the HR world, sharing her unique perspective on mentorship, change management, and the common misconceptions that often cloud the profession. Kara re…
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Let's Sound Off With Sally Loftis - Pay Equity Talks
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This week, I am talking to Sally Loftis, a trailblazing consultant in human resources, organization development, and social justice. Sally shares her unique HR origin story and delves into the critical issue of pay equity and its profound impact on the workplace. She also reveals her current reading list and dispels a common HR misconception that y…
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Let's Sound Off With Emma Djemil - How to be Sustainably Unstoppable in HR
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This week, we're thrilled to have Emma Djemil join us. Emma is the Founder of Be Unstoppable, a movement dedicated to transforming workplaces for everyone, one brave woman at a time. In our conversation, Emma emphasizes the importance of truly knowing yourself as a human being to discover who you are as an HR professional. She shares her captivatin…
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Let's Sound Off with Melissa Lockhart - From Burnout to Brilliance and Stepping out of HR
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When I share success stories from my coaching practice, I always tell the story of my guest's today. Melissa Lockhart and I met at a pivotal moment in her HR career. Our work together led her to leave a successful career in HR to start her very own nightwear brand, Melda Moda. Today, Melissa joins me to share her HR story and explain why she left c…
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Let's Sound Off With Stephanie Lemek - The Wounded Workforce and HR
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The brilliant Stephanie Lemek is joining me in the studio this week. Stephanie left In-house HR after spending 16 years working in various industries. Why? Like many of us who took the time to reflect on our HR careers during the pandemic, she realised corporate HR was not serving her gifts as an HR professional. Today, Stephanie runs her own HR co…
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Let's Sound Off with Lisa Young: Rediscovering HR Outside of Corporate
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This week's guest joins me from New Zealand as I talk to fellow HR for HR Coach - Lisa Young. Lisa joins me to share her HR origin story (coming into HR having started her career in TV). Lisa is very passionate about the work she is doing now to support HR professionals in building their competencies and skills. Check out her online community and f…
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Let's Sound Off with Bria McCray - Evolving in Your HR Role
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Join me in the sound booth this week as I sit down with the dynamic Bria McCray! Bria's journey from her first HR role to becoming the VP of People at RelationalAI and Founder of HRBP Consulting is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Bria shares her unique HR origin story and invaluable advice for anyone seeking an HR internship. Her passi…
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Let's Sound Off With Felicia Shakiba - Structuring Success: The Art of Organizational Design
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In this episode, I sit down with Felicia Shakiba, the founder and host of CPO Playbook. Felicia shares her HR origin story, and then we get into organizational design in HR. Felicia emphasizes the importance of effective people management in supporting business growth and suggests that HR teams should adopt a Center of Excellence (COE) model and im…
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Let's Sound Off With Cavelle Joseph - St. Omer: Building Your HR Legacy
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My guest this week is the brilliantly talented Cavelle Joseph-St. Omer. Cavelle is the Divisional Manager of Human Resources at UDeCOTT in Trinidad and Tobago. She is devoted to creating great workplace experiences and is focused on her HR career's legacy story. As such, she serves as the President of the Human Resources Management Association of T…
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Let's Sound Off With Nicholas Roberts: Being Authentic in HR
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This week, I am magnifying the voice of Nicholas Roberts. Nicholas is the Regional Manager, Human Resources (Barbados & The Eastern Caribbean) at Coralisle Group Ltd. and the President of the Human Resource Management Association of Barbados (HRMAB). In this episode, Nicholas shares his HR origin story. I was today years old when I learned that Nic…
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Let's Sound Off with Anessa Fike: The ABC's of Fractional HR
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What is Fractional HR? Is it the same thing as consulting, or is it something more? The brilliantly talented Anessa Fike is here to answer these questions this week. Anessa has been working in fractional HR roles for over a decade, and in this episode, she shares her HR origin story and her Fractional HR journey. Anessa started her career in journa…
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Let's Sound Off with Cassidy Edwards: The Power of Radical Rest and Creativity in HR
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On this week's episode of HR Sound Off, I interview the amazing Cassidy Edwards, the Director of People Operations at Tradeblock. Cassidy shares her HR origin story and offers valuable insights into her journey and experiences in the field. In our conversation, Cassidy discusses the importance of radical rest and shares tips on how to deal with a t…
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Let's Sound Off with Candice Walker - Navigating an HR/Legal Career
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I had the pleasure of meeting Candice Walker while she was interviewed on the Redirection Podcast by Dr. Terri-Karelle Reid. Her story and insights were so compelling that I knew immediately she had to be a guest on my show. Candice is an HR professional and an Attorney at Law, bringing a unique perspective to her work at Toyota Jamaica. In this ep…
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Let's Sound Off With Sriram - The HR Happiness Factor: Building a Joyful Workplace
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Do you believe that happiness at work truly matters? Many organizations are now recognizing the importance of well-being and engagement, but what about ensuring that your employees are genuinely happy? If you're an HR professional, I want you to treat this episode as your annual retreat, a moment to pause and reflect on the essence of creating a ha…
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Let's Sound Off with Samara Jaffe : The Transform Conference - Where Visionaries Convene
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In this episode of HR Sound Off Live, I am amplifying the voice of the brilliant Samara Jaffe, the Co-Founder and GM of Transform, one of the most well-attended conferences in the world. Transform is the people-driven thought leadership ecosystem driving the conversations and innovations shaping the new world of work. Samara shares some details abo…
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Let's Sound Off With Anthony Howard - How to Get HR Certified With a Twist
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This week, I'm amplifying the voice of the remarkable Anthony Howard. Anthony serves as the Founder & CEO of HR Certified and has over two decades of HR expertise across diverse industries. What began as a side venture evolved into his primary focus following profound introspection prompted by a traumatic event that led to a period of depression. E…
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Let's Sound Off With Ivori Johnson - Pivoting From Medicine to HR & DEI
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In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Ivori Johnson, the Head of People & Inclusion at ChartHop. Join us as we delve into Ivori's unique journey from studying medicine to becoming a trailblazer in Human Resources and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Discover how Ivori's life took an unexpected turn when someone entered her world and r…
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Let’s Sound Off With Cassandra Rose - Navigating HR Horizons
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This week, I am magnifying the voice of the remarkable Cassandra Rose. Join us as Cassandra takes us on a journey through her extensive career in Human Resources, shedding light on the unique challenges and triumphs of working in HR. Cassandra, a seasoned Global HR Executive, brings a wealth of experience to the table. In this episode, she generous…
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Let’s Sound Off with Leah De Souza - Diving into Talent Development & Entrepreneurship
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Join us for a fascinating conversation with the incredibly talented Leah De Souza, a renowned expert in Talent Development and Workplace Performance Improvement. We delve into a wide range of topics that are sure to inspire and inform: 🚀 AI in Talent Development: Leah shares why she believes that AI cannot replace what she does. 👩👧👦 Lessons from …
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Let’s Sound Of With Melanie Naranjo - The Future of HR and Beyond
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In this week's episode, I sit down with the remarkable Melanie Naranjo, the VP of People at Ethena and the brilliant mind behind the popular newsletter "How to People." In this episode, Melanie peels back the curtain on her incredible HR journey, revealing her HR origin story and how she climbed the ladder to become a true leader in the field. Her …
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Let’s Sound Off with Laurie Louard: Balancing Act - Passion, Purpose, and ’Suits’
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Today, we have a truly remarkable guest with us. Laurie Louard is the HR Manager at the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority and the Immediate Past President of HRPAB. Laurie joins us to share his incredible journey of wearing many hats, from being a father and husband to an HR professional, mentor, coach, and facilitator. How does he manage it al…
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Let’s Sound Off With Sheba Wilson - The Power of Human-Centric HR Leadership
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I am thrilled to welcome Sheba Wilson to the show. Sheba has not only excelled in HR but has also made her mark as an accomplished author, speaker, and resilient figure in her personal life. Today, Sheba opens up about her unique HR journey and the motivation behind her insightful book, "Get Up and Lead." Exploring HR Leadership: We kick off the ep…
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Let’s Sound Off with Amad Thompson: From HR to Talent Management
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This week, I have a truly inspiring guest joining us, Amad Thompson. Amad is a seasoned HR professional with a wealth of experience in Talent Development. He currently serves as the Talent Development Manager at Sysco Bahamas Food Services and wears the hat of CEO at Astute Talent Management. In this episode, Amad takes us on a captivating journey …
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Let’s Sound Off With Hebba Youssef: Navigating HR and Why Sometimes We Hate It Here
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In this week's episode, I have the pleasure of magnifying the voice of the amazingly talented Hebba Youssef, the Chief People Officer at WorkWeek and the brilliant mind behind the thought-provoking newsletter "I Hate It Here." Episode Highlights: Hebba takes us on a captivating journey through her experiences in HR and much more. Here are some of t…
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Let’s Sound Off with Teresa Vozza - HR’s Battle with Hustle Culture
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Disclaimer - I thought about splitting this conversation up into two parts, but I couldn't do it. So buckle up and enjoy the ride. Why does HR often feel the need to do it all? In this week's episode of The HR Sound Off Podcast Show, we dive headfirst into the turbulent waters of Hustle Culture within Human Resources. Join us for an insightful conv…
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Let’s Sound Off with Ellysa Smith: HR Harmony: Embracing Holistic Approaches in the Workplace
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In this week's episode, I am thrilled to welcome Ellyssa Smith, a true Maverick and the remarkable C.E.L.E.B: Curator Engagement Lightkeeper for Exquisite Beings Coach. Together, we delve deep into the core of HR, engaging in a thought-provoking discussion on embracing a holistic approach to human resources. Ellyssa takes us on a compelling journey…
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Let’s Sound Off with Cindy Maurer - The Other Side of Employee Relations
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In this episode, I am thrilled to welcome a remarkable guest who found her passion for Human Resources through a unique and inspiring journey. Join us as I sit down with Cindy Maurer, a dedicated HR professional who traces her path back to her father's illustrious career in employee relations. While employee relations may not always be perceived as…
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Let’s Sound Off with Tiersa Hall - Making an Impact in HR
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This week, I have the pleasure of hosting the incredible Tiersa Hall, a true HR & Culture Consulting powerhouse. Tiersa is truly authentic and brilliant – a dynamic combo, indeed! Tiersa wears many hats, and she wears them oh-so-stylishly! As a Master Trainer, Forbes Expert Contributor, and Amazon Best Selling Author of the captivating book "Cultur…
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Let’s Sound Off With Shaara Roman: Architecting Exceptional People Experiences
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Join me this week as I sit down with Shaara Roman for an insightful conversation. Shaara is an award-winning author, entrepreneur, former CHRO, and board member who excels in aligning people and culture with business strategy. With diverse industry experience, she helps organizations strengthen their trajectory by creating purpose-led cultures and …
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Let’s Sound Off with Stephanie Murdock - HR Journeys: Embracing Change and Success in the Private Sector after Public Service
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of welcoming Stephanie Murdock, who has amassed over 24 years of experience in HR, primarily in the public sector of the Jamaican government. Stephanie shares her insightful journey, highlighting the lessons she learned while transitioning into private-sector HR. We delve into fascinating topics such as leading …
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Let’s Sound Off With Colin Mincy: Rediscovering Your Path in HR
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Have you ever questioned your HR career, feeling like you've lost your way? Don't worry; you're not alone. In this week's episode, I have a special guest, Colin Mincy, who opens up about his journey of realigning his HR career through the power of self-reflection. Join us as Colin shares his captivating HR odyssey, offering a refreshing perspective…
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Let’s Sound Off with Alexandre Seiler - Breaking the Mold: HR’s Journey of Radical Transformation
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Step into the world of transformative HR leadership as we welcome Alexandre (Alex) Seiler to the sound booth. Alex, a global-minded executive and a strong advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA), joins us to share his HR journey and what fuels his passion for the field in the current landscape. Get ready to glean valuabl…
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Let’s Sound Off with Anitra St. Hilaire - HR Playbook: Strategies for Developing Business Acumen
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I am thrilled to have Anitra St. Hilaire as my guest today. Anitra is an accomplished and values-based executive with over fifteen years of experience in human resources, talent, and operations. She has worked with start-up, for-profit, and non-profit organizations in the financial services, education, and digital media industries. In today's episo…
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Let’s Sound Off With Beth Elletson - HR Untangled: Navigating the Maze Called HR
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The incredible Beth Elletson, a 3x Startup Founder and former MLB HR Executive, is joining us this week. With over 13 years of experience in leadership, talent management, sales, recruiting, training, career coaching, and HR, Beth has achieved top-ranking performance in corporate and startup environments. In this episode, we hear Beth's journey of …
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Let’s Sound Off with Anita Grantham - Building a Purposeful People Culture Using Data
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On this week's episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by Anita Grantham, the Head of HR at BambooHR. Anita is a culture champion who is dedicated to creating teams that inspire individuals to do their best work. During our conversation, Anita shares her journey of how she got into HR and the importance of prioritizing self-care. She also gives us a pee…
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Let’s Sound Off with Paula Walcott - What Makes a Great HR Pro
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In this week's HR Sound Off Podcast Show episode, we're thrilled to have Paula Walcott as our special guest. Paula is the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Sagicor in Barbados, and she has a wealth of experience and expertise in various aspects of strategic and functional HR. Paula is a business-focused HR Professional who has successfull…
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Let’s Sound Off With Rachel Martinez - Pivoting From Legal to HR
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Welcome to another episode of the HR Sound Off Podcast Show. I'm excited to have Rachel Martinez with me today. Rachel is a seasoned bilingual Human Resources Professional with a legal background who believes that HR is more than just enforcing disciplinary procedures and handbooks. As a true curator of cultures, Rachel has partnered with leadershi…
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Let’s Sound Off with Anthony Louis - Mastering Talent Engagement
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Join us on this week's episode as I sit down with Anthony Louis, a seasoned recruiter who's helped growth-stage companies hire, retain, and scale their organizations. With over 1,000 open roles filled, Anthony has partnered with CEOs and executive teams across various functions and industries. In addition, he'll share his talent strategy, headcount…
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Let’s Sound Off With Daniel Space - Growing your HR Career
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Daniel Space, or you may know him as Dan from HR on TikTok, is a Senior HR Business Partner who describes himself as passionate and experimental in the HR field and discipline. In 2021 Daniel began creating HR Content on TikTok - focused on debunking destructive job search myths, writing optimal resumes, optimizing Linkedin and how Compensation wor…
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Let’s Sound off With Alisha Parchment - Developing Young People in HR
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I found Alisha Parchment on Instagram, and I was instantly hooked on her content and personality. Alisha is a People Career and Performance Management Partner at Dassault Systemes. Her aim and purpose for this role is to provide clarity and guidance to employees and managers by coaching and advising on career development topics. Alisha wants indivi…
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Let’s Sound off with Lizabeth Wesley-Casella - The Attrition & Retention Paradox
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When it comes to attrition and retention, do you have all the answers? The truth is none of us has the solutions to every HR challenge that comes our way, which is why we need community. Lizabeth Wesley-Casella joins me this week to share some practical tips and tricks to help you with retention and attrition. Lizabeth is the Founder & CEO of L-12 …
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Let’s Sound of with Amy Lavoie - The Future of HR is People Success
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Amy Lavoie joins me for this week's episode, and she is breaking down why she loves focusing on people success. As an HR professional, I truly believe it is essential to do the things that make your heart sing because our profession can be very lonely and thankless. Amy shares her HR story and why she agrees with me when it comes to changing the ti…
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Meet my HR Community - TroopHR with Tracy Avin
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Welcome to the HR Sound Off Podcast show created by an HR professional for HR professionals. This week I sat down with Tracy Avin. Tracy is an experienced Human Resources professional and a leader in building online communities around the needs of HR people. She has built a thriving community called TroopHR to make sure that HR people get access to…
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Let’s Sound Off with Jennifer Armstrong-Owen on HR in The Startup World
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How can you be a successful HR professional in the startup world? How do you get your leadership out of the startup mindset when you have grown beyond a startup? Jennifer Armstrong-Owen describes herself as a strategic and operationally focused Talent and People Executive with significant experience building and leading in global environments. Pass…
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Let’s Sound Off with Jane Ferré - Employee Exits and HR Stories
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Jane Ferré is the Executive Career Coach at Jane Ferré Coaching, a private outplacement firm for HR Directors to offer to their senior leaders whose roles are now redundant. Offering this external 1:1 support enables them to exit their people from the business with speed, dignity and grace so that everyone can move on with their heads held high. Ja…
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Let’s Sound off With Charli Gamber - Moving From Burnout to Brilliance
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With almost 100% of HR professionals struggling with burnout, I felt it necessary to share another HR burnout story with you. So joining me in the sound booth this week is Charli Gamber, and we are talking about moving from burnout to brilliance. Charli is the Owner/Independent Agent of Benefits With Heart where she serves employers by strategicall…
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Let’s Sound Off with Cheryl DeSantis - Developing a Coaching Mindset and Leading with Heart in HR
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Cheryl DeSantis is the Chief People and Diversity Officer at the SmileDirectClub based in Nashville, Tennessee, USA. Cheryl describes herself as a purpose, and values-based leader and her values are courage, compassion, integrity and learning. She believes her purpose is to inspire and empower courageous transformation in leaders and to bring more …
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