Better Workplaces, Better World: Bridging The Gap Between Employers And Job Seekers podcast

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We're back for Season 2! In this powerful episode, guest speaker, LtCol Kathy Gallowitz, USAF, Retired, unveils secrets to becoming true Veteran Champions in the workplace. Dive into the conversation to learn insights on better understanding military culture, unlocking the full potential of veterans' transferable skills, mastering the art of hiring and retention, and a roadmap to develop a proactive veteran talent strategy. Tune in to elevate your workplace and honor our nation's heroes! About the Guest Speaker: Retired LtCol Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz is an award-winning businesswoman with first-hand experience hiring Veterans who coaches employers how to boost productivity and reduce turnover by hiring and retaining Veterans. She helps companies become “Veteran-Ready” through the creation of a Veteran Talent Strategy. Her “Veteran Talent Academy” equips employers to find, hire and leverage Veterans’ skillsets. She is the Founder & CEO of Vanguard Veteran, LLC, author of “Beyond ‘Thank You For your Service,’ The Veteran Champion Handbook” for Civilians and has Masters degrees in Nursing and Political Science. She grew up as a Navy ‘brat,’ served nearly 30 years as an Air Force Officer and is married to an Army combat Veteran. Kathy also equips volunteer faith community leaders to build Military Ministries to cultivate mutual support, a sense of belonging and spiritual resiliency for military-connected people.…

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Employee Recognition & Rewards with Jenny McLellan 27:58

2 years ago27:58

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Join us in this insightful episode dedicated to the art of employee recognition and rewards tailored for HR professionals. From understanding the diverse approaches to recognition, encompassing both formal awards and daily acknowledgments, to exploring the significance of non-monetary rewards in bolstering morale and retention, this episode offers actionable strategies to cultivate a culture of appreciation. Discover how effective recognition initiatives can fuel productivity, enhance employee satisfaction, and ultimately contribute to the success of any organization. About the Guest Speaker: Jenny McLellan has been the Director of Operations at Arizona Behavioral Health since 2001. She has a history of working in the non-profit organization management industry, and is an active volunteer with AZSHRM.…

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Psychological Safety in the Workplace with Linda Dausend 28:07

2 years ago28:07

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Join us in this episode as we delve into the crucial topic of psychological safety in the workplace. We explore the repercussions of its absence, the driving forces behind the growing demand for it, and actionable insights on how companies can establish a culture of psychological safety. About the Guest Speaker: As a Senior Consultant and Certified Psychological Safety Facilitator with FlashPoint Leadership Consulting, Linda Dausend empowers her clients to build strong leaders and teams. She is a committed coach and passionate speaker committed to helping leaders grow their careers. Linda is the current Director of the Arizona SHRM State Council.…

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What HR Should Know About Long-Term Care Insurance Plans with Matt Wilson & Patrick Robinson 49:24

2 years ago49:24

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As resources shrink and long-term care expenses skyrocket, many states are adopting legislative measures that will directly affect companies and HR departments. In this podcast, we cover the latest developments from around the country, explore trends that will likely affect Arizona, and discuss actions companies can take now to get ahead of any future legislation. About the Guest Speakers: Matt Wilson is a Phoenix AZ based financial advisor who supports corporate 401k programs. He especially enjoys employee engagement and education. He’s been a volunteer leader to the HR community through SHRM for over 13 years and is the former Director of the Arizona SHRM State Council. Patrick Robinson is a Financial Advisor from Los Angeles, California and is an expert in 401k programs. He is a former contract auditor for the Department of Labor where he specialized working with qualified retirement programs.…

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The Five Pillars of Emotional Health with Dr.K 43:07

2 years ago43:07

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The current mentality around mental health and our existing solutions both in society and in the workplace does have some impact, but fundamentally, we have not been taught a toolbox of emotional health skills both as individuals and leaders. In this podcast, Dr. Karthik Ramanan (Dr. K) illustrates a holistic model, the Five Pillars of Emotional Health: Psychology, Relationships, Nutrition, Sleep, and Body Movement. Through his journey from burned-out Wall Street professional to losing 100 pounds and becoming a naturopathic doctor and emotional health expert, Dr. K will inspire you to stop chasing joy and begin living in wonder! About the Guest Speaker: Dr. Karthik Ramanan, NMD ("Dr. K") is a Keynote Speaker at the upcoming 2023 AZSHRM Annual State Conference! He is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and your Emotional Health Mentor. Dr. K completed his undergraduate studies at Cornell University with dual bachelor’s degrees in Biological Sciences and Applied Economics and Management. After experiencing a life-changing 100-pound weight loss journey through lifestyle change and a focus on emotional wellness, he left his New York City Golden Sachs career and attended Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona to become a naturopathic physician. Now through his Emotionally Healthy Company benefit program, Dr. K helps companies overcome challenges associated with employee burnout and stress. He does so by mentoring company leaders and team members with actionable knowledge and strategies to get to the root cause of burnout and stress.…

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Talent Acquisition with Richard Phipps 32:03

2 years ago32:03

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Talent acquisition is key to getting the right talent for any organization. Richard will cover some of the challenges in today's competitive talent market and the resources he uses to help him source the right talent for organizations as a full-desk recruiting specialist. About the Guest Speaker: Richard Phipps is the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist with Freeport-McMoRan at Sierrita Mines and the Co-director of Membership for SHRM of Greater Tucson. He has 15 years of full-desk recruiting and talent acquisition management experience, following eight years as a learning and development training specialist.…

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Workplace Benefits for Mental Health and Self Care with Channing Gardner 37:05

2 years ago37:05

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If you are a small employer with fewer than 50 employees, this episode will help educate you on accessing affordable, alternative health and wellness benefits that include self-care services such as massage and cryotherapy to recruit and retain employees. About the Guest Speaker: Channing Gardner is a wife, mother, author, and owner of Business Health Markets based in Oklahoma. She leads a team of 45 insurance agents nationwide to bring affordable and convenient coverage.…

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Unconscious Bias with Lorne Epstein 16:51

2 years ago16:51

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Unconscious Bias: What It Is, How to Recognize It in Ourselves, and How to Be Aware of It So We Can Minimize it Download Unconscious Bias Report here: https://bit.ly/30iyKpp About the Guest Speaker: Lorne Epstein, MSOD, SHRM-SCP, is an HR researcher and leading expert in unconscious bias and decision-making theory. He has been leading experiential workshops since 1993. He has been an HR professional since 1996. Lorne’s book has been downloaded over 500,000 times. He has delivered this workshop to over 10,000 professionals worldwide.…

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Accountability in the Workplace with Brandy Ferrer 21:15

3 years ago21:15