Offering a behind-the-scenes look at life in Human Resources and what’s really happening in the workplace. With a combined 30+ years of HR experience, Gina & Turiya share unfiltered, entertaining true stories on various topics relevant to anyone in the workplace (whether you work in HR or not!) They also offer listeners practical tips and advice on workplace related topics - minus the HR lingo and corporate buzzwords!
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What first comes to mind when you hear we need more play at work? Gina and Turiya are joined by Jeff Harry, founder of Rediscover Your Play, to discuss the importance of play and psychological safety to make work suck less for humans while also enabling stronger business performance. Listen as we discuss what play at work actually means, ways compa…
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Gina and Turiya first discussed burnout in a May 2019 episode titled "Burnout Intervention". Listen in as they revisit this very necessary and even more prevalent topic with special guest, Melissa Swift, VP, workforce and Organizational Change at Capgemini Invent. Melissa shares her research backed insights into what causes burnout and how organiza…
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What is AI? What are we excited and/or concerned about as it relates to AI & ChatGPT? What should companies and HR professionals be doing to support readiness of this evolving technology in their workplace? All this and more is discussed with our very special guest, Allyson Carter, SVP, Talent Management at The CARA Group and an early adopter of AI…
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Gina & Turiya are joined by Michelle Silverthorn, Founder & CEO of Inclusion Nation. Listen as they discuss the state of DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) almost 4 years post the murder of George Floyd, the importance of staying the course to ensure everyone has a safe and fulfilling workplace, and the practical actions everyone can take to adv…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by Candyce Penteado and Michelle Newman, authors of Finding Your Z: An A-Z Roadmap for Realizing Your Ideal Life. Listen as they discuss a different approach to navigating life & career choices through a framework and guided reflection on what might fulfill your whole self. They also discuss how companies and leaders shou…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by repeat guest, speaker, advisor, and author Christine Sandman Stone. Listen as they discuss Christine's newest book - The Modern Management Mentor - and dig into why such a book is needed, the key attributes of a successful manager, and what companies can do to modernize their approach to leadership & manager developmen…
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"What is culture? How is culture created & maintained? What constitutes a healthy or toxic culture? Where do you even start? Turiya & Gina are joined by culture designer & consultant, Gustavo Razzetti to answer all of these questions and more. Listen as we unpack the sometimes ambigous and misunderstood topic of organizational culture and share pra…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by Scott Tannenbaum, President of the Group for Orgnaizational Effectiveness to discuss the importance and impact of effective teams in an organization and best practices for setting teams up for success. Group for Organizational Effectiveness Website The gOEbase Org Effectiveness Toolkit Scott's Book Please share with us…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by LaTonya Wilkins, founder and CEO of Change Coaches, to discuss LaTonya's recent article about trends shaping the future workplace and how leaders can measure up. Listen to hear LaTonya's thoughts on the top three trends that leaders need to be aware of, how leaders can evolve to meet the changing needs of the workforce…
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Gina & Turiya are joined by Mike Lynch, founder of MJL Consulting Group and DEIB consutant who focuses his efforts towards educating and coaching white men. Listen in on our discussion about the role white men play in helping or hindering DEIB efforts in the workplace. -- Mike's website - MJL Consulting Link to book referenced in the episode - Lett…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by Oneka Cornelius, HR and Organizatinal Development expert and the founder of Convergence Solutions. They discuss the world of assessments in the workplace and the various ways they are used from recruitment to leadership development and team effectivness. They also discuss how they might be misused, hoe HR professionals…
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Turiya and Gina are joined by Theresa Shea, EVP & General Counsel and overal legal mastermind! They discuss the dynamic world of labor & employment law, it's impacts on the workplace, and how HR and leaders are navigating the increasing demands to not only meet nationwide compliance requirments but als the increasing needs and demands of employees,…
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Being a working parent has always required balancing and the last couple of years have only exacerbated that, particularly for those who identify as women. In this episode, Gina & Turiya are joined by author & speaker, Christine Sandman Stone. Christine is the author of The Parent Track and chats with us about her experiences and her thoughts on wa…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by Ashley Loeb Blassingame, founder and Chief People Officer of Lionrock Recovery to discuss the very important but often unspoken topic of recovery in the workplace. Ashley shares her personal experience with recovery and what HR professionals and organizations should know about supporting employees who may be active sub…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by Vicki Bartling & Emily Watkins of unispace, a leader in workspace strategy and design, to discuss how needs, design, and employee expectations of the physical workspace have evolved in recent years. We also discuss the connection between corporate real estate and employee experience and the increased role HR is playing…
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Courage in the Age of Social Revolution
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Gina and Turiya are joined by Fran Benjamin and Monique Cadle of Goodwork Consulting, a organizational strategy and human capital consulting firm, to discuss the critical competency of courage for HR professionals. Listen in for insights into why courage is so important for the work of HR professionals, potential barriers to courage and how an HR p…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by Sonya Kaleel, Founder and DEI Strategist at The Inclusion Practice, for an important conversation about inclusive leadership. Listen as they discuss the enhanced focus and expectations of inclusive leadership, how leaders can start their self-exploration journey, and the 4 Cs of inclusive leadership. Relevant links: Th…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by a special guest and friend of the show, Denis Beausejour, Managing Director at OC Tanner. Listen in as they discuss OC Tanner’s 2021 Culture Report and trends, best practices, and reflections on recognizing the accomplishments and humanity of employees in the workplace. OC Tanner 2021 Culture Report Influence Greatness…
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Gina and Turiya are joined by Oneka Cornelius, Nicole Dessain, and Kendra Jackson, the founders and leaders of HR vs. Racism, a community that aims to create a space for HR professionals to heal, become courageous allies, and learn how to design equitable workplaces. You don't want to miss this insightful and vulnerable conversation about our perso…
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March is Women's History Month!!! Listen as Gina and Turiya reflect on their experiences as women in the workplace. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12099710/ Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.com
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HR unConfidential turns 3 on March 7, 2021. Listen as Gina and Turiya reflect on the past three years, share their favorite and do-over episodes, and discuss their goals for what comes next for the show! Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential HR unConfidential on LinkedIn Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.com…
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In this episode, Gina and Turiya reflect on 2020 and the various ways that the workplace and HR profession is forever changed as a result of a disruptive year. Take a listen to the discussion let us know on Facebook or in our LinkedIn group how your organization is navigating some of these changes. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential…
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In the first episode of the New Year, Gina and Turiya welcome their very first guests!!! Murrieal Orendorff, CEO of One Career Coach, joins us to share wisdom and tips for individuals faced with a career transition. With near 20 million Americans experiencing job loss over the past year, this timely discussion will provide insight into where to sta…
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As a follow up to our June episode about the time to be anti-racist, Gina and Turiya discuss the opportunity HR professionals have to create a truly anti-racist workplace. They offer many solid tips for getting started on the process and weigh in on some common struggles managers may have. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter …
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Fresh off of their summer break, Gina and Turiya are back and discussing mental health in the workplace. Listen as they talk about why employers should be aware and care about the mental health challenges their employees (and families) might be facing and what they can do to support employees. Information resources for Health Insurance Portability …
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New episodes of HR UnConfidential begin Thursday, September 17th 2020! Stay safe, stay healthy. We can still be reached at our usual outlets. Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.com
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Enough is enough! Listen as Gina and Turiya discuss recent events of racism, the impacts on the workplace, and what we can all do to be anti-racist. Helpful links corresponding to today's topic: Free therapy services offered by Real to the People. Free LinkedIn training series on allyship and inclusivity. List of Black-owned Diversity, Equity and I…
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We're several weeks into a huge portion of the workforce working from home and for us, it's not been smooth sailing!!! Listen as Gina and Turiya share their work from home fails and lessons learned. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.com…
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Gina and Turiya share strategies for those facing job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even if not directly impacted, take a listen for helpful tips on proactive steps you can take to prepare. Please reach out if there's a way the HR unConfidential team can be helpful in your job search. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter …
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Gina and Turiya check in with each other and discuss impacts of COVID-19 on HR professionals. If you have a story that you would like to share, please connect with us! Facebook: @HRunConfidential Twitter: @HRuCpod Email: hrunconfidential@gmail.comBy HR unConfidential
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In this special bonus episode Gina and Turiya discuss how the continued spread of coronavirus is leading to more telecommuting in a lot of organizations. Listen as they share tips and best practices for working from home. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.com…
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Gina and Turiya talk the current spread of the coronavirus and the impact on the workplace. Listen as they share tips for how to maintain a sense of calm in your organization and plan for the unexpected. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.com…
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Ever sent a confidential email to the entire company or missed an important deadline? We've all made mistakes at work so listen to Gina and Turiya share some of their own mistakes and talk about how to recover from mistakes at work. And yes we know we mispelled mistakes (lol!) Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Em…
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Do you know what your personal values are? Do they match your company's values? In This episode Gina and Turiya discuss their personal values and how they assessed them. They also discuss how being clear on your values can lead to a more fulfilling experience in the workplace and what to do if there's not alignment. You can find Brene Brown's "Dare…
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The relationship between employers and employees is becoming more and more dynamic. Listen as Gina and Turiya discuss the concept of Employee Experience and what this means for HR professionals. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.comBy HR unConfidential
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As we end another year (and decade) Gina and Turiya reflect on key experiences of the year and the things they want to leave behind and take forward into the new year. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.comBy HR unConfidential
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We recently conducted a survey asking leaders to share their most and least satisfying experiences with HR. In part 2 of this 2 part episode, Gina and Turiya will reveal the negative experiences that leaders shared and also discuss why some negative perceptions of HR exist.By HR unConfidential
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We recently conducted a survey asking leaders to share most and least satisfying exepriences with HR. Listen in as Gina and Turiya discuss the positive feedback we received from the survey. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.comBy HR unConfidential
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Many of us spend an inordinate amount of time in meetings at work. In this episode, Gina and Turiya discuss how to have effective meetings and even some strategies to get out of meetings. What are some of the most and least effective meetings you've been in? What meetings do you wish you were in and why? Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfid…
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Stalkers and more Caca!!! - Crazy HR Stories Part 2
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An episode full of our crazy experiences related to the recruiting/interviewing process - from a Company and candidate's perspective!!! Do you have any crazy interview stories? Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.comBy HR unConfidential
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In this episode, Gina and Turiya discuss a term they became more recently familiar with, imposter syndrome. Hearing about it unlocked instances where both hosts had suffered from it before. Now, they offer their tips for transitioning from asking "why me," to "why not me?" Here is a useful link on overcoming imposter syndrome: https://hbr.org/2008/…
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Tips and Tricks to Prioritize and Say No!
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As a follow up to the Burnout Intervention episode, Gina and Turiya share their personal tips and tricks for prioritizing and how to say no when necessary. Check out the Steven Covey prioritization matrix: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Things_First_(book) This is Gina's current planner https://savorlifeplanner.com/ Check out author Claire Dia…
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In this episode, Gina and Turiya discuss the reputation of HR and whether it's warranted. We also discuss our opinions on what makes a bad HR person and what companies can do about it. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.comBy HR unConfidential
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We have all felt one time or another. But what happens when you are approaching or hit a point of total burnout? Listen as Gina and Turiya share their personal struggles as well as some strategies to HALT and recover! Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.com…
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Microaggressions are real and happen to many of us everyday. What is a microaggression? What do they look/feel like? What's the impact they have on people and organizations? How should I respond if i'm on the receiving end of microaggressions? Gina and Turiya answer these questions and more while discussing this very important topic. See the resear…
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As a follow up to our Manager Series last year, Gina and Turiya share their thoughts on the top three conversations all people managers must be able to have. Check out our original Manager Series, which took place on episodes 10-13! Links here: Part 1 https://soundcloud.com/hrunconfidential/manager-series-part-1-making-the-transition Part 2 https:/…
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In light of the recent college admissions scandal, Gina and Turiya discuss frauds in the workplace. How did they get hired, how do they seem to keep getting by, and what effect does it have on everyone around them? If you've ever worked with someone and wondered "how do you even have this job?" then this is the episode for you! Please share with us…
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Conflict in the workplace is inevitable. Listen as Gina and Turiya discuss what might cause workplace conflict and the best ways to resolve. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - hrunconfidential@gmail.comBy HR unConfidential
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Gina and Turiya reflect on a recent workplace tragedy that took place in Aurora, IL and discuss HR related strategies for mitigating the risks of violence in the workplace. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their familes & loved ones, and the surviving employees at Henry Pratt Co. Please check out this book "The Gift of Fear" for furth…
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Ever dated someone at work? Chances are workplace romance is happening at your job. In this episode Gina and Turiya share their perspectives on workplace romances and how companies typically manage them. Also, curious about whether HR people have workplace romances? Gina and Turiya share their personal experiences on finding love at work. Please sh…
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