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15 Sep 2022 | Wendi Safstrom on the New Importance of Skilled Credentials | 00:18:07 | |
Helping both candidates and current employees improve their skill levels through certifications and related efforts has taken on a new importance in a tight labor market. In this episode of All Things Work, Wendi Safstrom, president of the SHRM Foundation, joins host Tony Lee to discuss skilled credentials and their role in closing the skills gap. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Music courtesy of bensound. This episode is sponsored by Mystery.
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25 Oct 2023 | Kara Yarnot on How to Support Your Employees with Hidden Disabilities | 00:20:04 | |
Hidden disabilities (e.g. psychological disorders, chronic pain, learning disabilities, and other unseen conditions) don’t manifest in ways immediately obvious to others, and employees aren’t inclined to disclose them to their employers either, whether due to fear of retaliation or other adverse impacts on their careers. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Kara Yarnot, Vice President of Strategic Consulting Services at HireClix, about her firsthand experiences navigating her own hidden disabilities at work, as well as what HR, talent acquisition and the C-suite can all do to create inclusive, supportive environments for employees with hidden disabilities. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Music courtesy of bensound. | |||
20 Feb 2025 | How to Communicate Employee Benefits—and Leverage Them for Engagement | 00:29:54 | |
Keren Maldonado, SHRM’s own director, total rewards, unpacks the nuanced art of communicating your organization’s benefit offerings in ways that are inclusive, easily accessible, and relevant to the diverse needs of your workforce. Maldonado shares practical tips for making benefits communication clear and engaging, while emphasizing how tailored strategies can enhance employee recruitment and retention. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
10 Dec 2024 | The Power of Peer Mentoring in Shaping HR Leaders | 00:22:45 | |
Mary Kitson, the founder and director of Mentor HR®, as well as the senior program manager at MITRE explores the pivotal role mentorship plays in career development, particularly within the HR profession. Kitson highlights the long-term benefits of mentorship for individuals and organizations alike. Discover how beyond skill development, mentorship fosters emotional well-being, job satisfaction, and a sense of community. It also touches all aspects of a mentee’s life, often creating a ripple effect of positive change. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
08 Aug 2024 | Latest Trends in Employee Benefits | 00:26:58 | |
Jeff Williams, the U.S. president and CEO of Aptia Group, a leading health, benefits, and pension administrator, sat down with All Things Work host Anne Sparaco at SHRM24 to chat about the benefits he sees causing a buzz across various demographics—and how employers can offer robust benefit packages without breaking the bank. This episode is sponsored by Jobvite. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
12 May 2023 | Avi Gesser on How ChatGPT Can Best Serve Workers | 00:20:47 | |
Advocates of AI chatbots, such as ChatGPT, point to their potential to boost employee efficiency and productivity, but skeptics express concern about their reliability and accuracy. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Avi Gesser, partner at Debevoise & Plimpton and co-chair of the firm’s Cybersecurity, Privacy and Artificial Intelligence Practice Group, about where AI tools excel and where they falter. This episode of All Things Work is sponsored by UKG. | |||
07 Feb 2024 | Gad Levanon on What GenAI Means for Jobs in the Future | 00:19:55 | |
As the development and implementation of generative AI (GenAI) continues at a rapid pace, the universal question being asked is, “Will my job be replaced by GenAI?” In this episode of All Things Work, Gad Levanon, chief economist at the Burning Glass Institute, joins host Tony Lee to discuss topics including whether GenAI will replace jobs, its potential to transform work across industries, and how HR leaders can prepare for workforce changes. Music courtesy of bensound. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
16 Jan 2025 | From Uncertainty to Trust: Inclusive Feedback Strategies | 00:24:12 | |
Join Ama Agyapong, CEO of Inclusion Enterprises, as she shares how to incorporate feedback to foster more trust and collaboration in the workplace. Discover practical strategies for addressing unconscious bias, building strong relationships, and tailoring feedback to individual needs. Each week, All Things Work takes a deep dive into the latest workplace topics. Get the latest episode, along with additional resources and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox each week, by signing up for the All Things Work newsletter: shrm.org/AllThingsWork Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
25 Mar 2025 | The State of the Workplace in 2025: Key Trends & Strategies | 00:29:47 | |
What’s shaping the workplace in 2025? We take a dive into SHRM’s latest State of the Workplace Report to understand the changing priorities amid labor shortages, rapid tech advancements, and evolving employee expectations. James Atkinson, vice president of thought leadership at SHRM, joins us to explore why organizations are shifting from external hiring to internal growth — and how HR leaders can build resilient, engaged teams for the future. Resources from this Week’s Episode: 2025 SHRM State of the Workplace Report - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/2025-shrm-state-of-the-workplace CHRO Priorities & Perspectives Report - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/chro-priorities-perspectives Subscribe to All Things Work to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r | |||
14 Jul 2022 | David Stillman Welcomes Gen Z to the Workplace | 00:23:46 | |
Members of the first generation of digital natives, Gen Z, come to the workplace with their own unique identity, perspective and needs. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with David Stillman, author of Gen Z @ Work: How the Next Generation Is Transforming the Workplace about workers in this generation and how companies can engage them. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. | |||
10 Oct 2024 | Navigating Leave Policies: Understanding FMLA and ADA | 00:22:21 | |
Robin Shea, attorney at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, shares the intricacies of coordinating leave policies in the workplace. Shea outlines that while the FMLA is structured with specific eligibility requirements and designated reasons for leave, the ADA offers a more flexible framework, encouraging reasonable accommodations for disabilities without a set duration of employment. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
27 Feb 2025 | Cybersecurity 101: Protecting Your Organization—and Yourself | 00:26:37 | |
Cybersecurity threats, from phishing scams to ransomware attacks, don’t just jeopardize a business’s financial health — they compromise customer trust, employee productivity, and critical organizational infrastructure. Abhishek Karnik, head of threat research at McAfee, discusses what steps to take in case of a breach, and how to integrate proper cyber hygiene habits into your workplace culture. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d---Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
03 Dec 2024 | Breaking Down Barriers: Ethical and Inclusive Hiring Practices | 00:28:23 | |
Explore the landscape of modern hiring practices with Michael Cohen, employment law expert and partner at Duane Morris. Cohen emphasizes the crucial role civil rights laws like Title VII play in establishing ethical and compliant hiring processes, while also tackling the subtle challenges posed by implicit biases like affinity bias. He advocates for structured yet flexible interview frameworks—such as using uniform, job-focused questions—and encourages HR professionals to prioritize qualities that add cultural value, rather than seeking rigid cultural fit. Each week, All Things Work explores the latest workplace topics. Get the latest episode, along with additional resources and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox each week by signing up for the All Things Work newsletter: shrm.org/allthingswork Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
20 May 2025 | Strategies to Help International Employees Thrive | 00:27:10 | |
As more and more organizations employ workers from other countries, workplace leaders can set these employees up for success by helping them tackle common challenges like cultural barriers, self-doubt, and stereotypes. Solveiga Jaskunas, an international keynote speaker, mentor, and HR consultant, shares her path from overcoming rejection as an immigrant to empowering others through mentorship. Learn how businesses can foster inclusivity, create psychologically safe environments, and develop supportive practices to help foreign-born workers thrive while enriching workplace culture with fresh perspectives and global insights. Resources from this Week’s Episode: SHRM Conferences and Events: https://www.shrm.org/events-education/events The Role of Foreign-Born People in the U.S. Labor Force Report: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/the-role-of-foreign-born-people-in-the-us-labor-force Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r | |||
31 Jan 2025 | Prevent FMLA Misuse: Insights and Recommendations for Employers | 00:28:38 | |
Abigail O’Connell and Marjory Robertson, senior counsel at Sun Life Financial, discuss the complexities of absence management, offering advice on preventing misuse and abuse of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Explore actionable strategies and insights to address potential issues without compromising employee support. Each week, All Things Work explores the latest workplace topics. Get the latest episode, along with additional resources and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox each week by signing up for the All Things Work newsletter: shrm.org/allthingswork Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
20 Nov 2024 | How to Overcome Perfectionism and Create a Supportive Work Environment for Others | 00:26:34 | |
Vitale Buford Hardin, CEO of leadership consultancy Vitale & Company, discusses how a perfectionist mindset can negatively impact innovation, trust, and overall well-being in the workplace. Explore recommendations for how organizations can shift from a perfection-driven culture to one that values authenticity, psychological safety, and resilience. Each week, All Things Work explores the latest workplace topics. Get the latest episode, along with additional resources and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox each week by signing up for the All Things Work newsletter: shrm.org/allthingswork This episode is sponsored by Jobvite. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
15 Apr 2025 | Creating Accessible Environments for Workers with Disabilities | 00:24:16 | |
Through integration of technology and actionable strategies, organizations can make workplaces more inclusive for workers with disabilities. Mike Hess, founder of the Blind Institute of Technology, explains the role of multi-sensory learning as a critical tool for inclusivity, enabling organizations to better accommodate diverse needs and learning styles. Additionally, Hess discusses the common misconceptions around workers with disabilities, plus how to prioritize accessibility initiatives and actively champion policies that create a more inclusive environment. Resources from this week’s episode: SHRM Events & Conferences - https://www.shrm.org/events-education/events Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r | |||
01 Nov 2024 | How Care.com Champions Work-Life Integration to Support Their Workforce | 00:25:47 | |
Wes Burke, CHRO of care.com, discusses the many layers of work-life integration and the impact caregiving has on the modern workplace. Burke highlights the diverse challenges employees face in balancing professional responsibilities with caregiving duties, whether it involves children, elderly parents, or even pets. Tune in to discover how care.com is redefining workplace support and setting a new standard for employee care. Each week, All Things Work explores the latest workplace topics. Get the latest episode, along with additional resources and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox each week by signing up for the All Things Work newsletter: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/flagships/all-things-work Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
07 May 2022 | Alan Murray on Corporate Social Responsibility Shaping the Future of Employment | 00:21:37 | |
Employees today feel called to make an impact as they make a living. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Alan Murray, the CEO of Fortune Media and a veteran business journalist, on the importance of corporate social responsibility as employers respond to talent shortages and employee engagement issues spurred by the Great Resignation. Murray is the author of Tomorrow's Capitalist (2022). Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. This episode of All Things Work is sponsored by Greenhouse. Music courtesy of bensound. | |||
08 Nov 2024 | Burning Bright vs. Burning Out: Nurturing High-Performing Employees | 00:27:13 | |
David G. Epstein, director of HR and talent strategy for Mobilization for Justice, Inc., shares insights into nurturing high-performing employees amid challenges ranging from remote work to project overload. Epstein offers practical advice for HR leaders to elevate their talent strategy and foster a culture of growth and resilience. Each week, All Things Work explores the latest workplace topics. Get the latest episode, along with additional resources and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox each week by signing up for the All Things Work newsletter: shrm.org/allthingswork --> Related article: “When to Turn to PIPs and When to Skip Them” https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/flagships/all-things-work/when-to-turn-to-pips-and-when-to-skip-them Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
09 Aug 2023 | Myrna Maysonet on New Best Practices for Managing Employee Conflict | 00:20:24 | |
Conflict among employees is inevitable when humans work side-by-side, and it often results in lower productivity and weakened workplace morale. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Myrna Maysonet, chief diversity officer at the law firm Greenspoon Marder LLP, about best practices for reducing conflict among co-workers. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Music courtesy of bensound. This episode of All Things Work is sponsored by UKG. | |||
13 May 2025 | Mental Health Benefits Are Evolving: How Employers Can Keep Up | 00:28:30 | |
Explore the shifting role of mental health benefits in the workplace and how organizations are stepping up to meet the growing expectations of employees. Join us as Kathryn Mayer, senior specialist of B2C content at SHRM, draws on her deep expertise in benefit trends to unpack how employer mental health support has transformed over the years — from breaking stigmas to adopting holistic approaches that integrate physical, financial, and emotional wellness. Resources from this Week's Episode – Check out the latest research on employee mental health: SHRM 2025 Insights: Workplace Mental Health https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/shrm-2025-insights--workplace-mental-health Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r | |||
07 Jan 2025 | People Analytics: How Better Workplaces Start with Data | 00:26:56 | |
People analytics expert Brian Fitzpatrick explores how data is revolutionizing inclusion and diversity (I&D) in the workplace. The conversation covers how to leverage data to uncover disparities, address unconscious biases, and guide equitable decision-making. Fitzpatrick also emphasizes HR's critical role in using analytics to strengthen recruitment, retention, and succession strategies while advocating for patience and driving measurable and meaningful workplace transformation. Each week, All Things Work takes a deep dive into the latest workplace topics. Get the latest episode, along with additional resources and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox each week, by signing up for the All Things Work newsletter: shrm.org/AllThingsWork Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
17 Jun 2022 | Tom McMullen on High Inflation and Compensation Strategy | 00:20:53 | |
As prices continue to rise, employers are wrestling with questions and concerns about what inflation means for compensation strategy. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Tom McMullen, senior client partner at global organizational consulting firm Korn Ferry, on navigating inflation’s impact on the pay of both current and future employees. | |||
23 Jan 2025 | 5 Workplace Trends Transforming 2025 | 00:26:11 | |
Rick Hammell, founder and CEO of Helios, unpacks five pivotal workplace trends shaping 2025—from global workforce management to the effects of a new White House administration.
Episode Time Stamps: 04:29 – 5 Trends 04:42 – Return to Office / Return to Work 08:26 – Generation Gap in the Workforce 15:13 – AI and Technology in the Workplace 18:06 – Global Business / Rules and Regulations 20:55 – New White House Administration
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28 May 2025 | How Skills-First Talent Management Can Transform Your Organization | 00:25:49 | |
Discover how taking a skills-first approach to talent management can help your organization address critical workforce challenges and ensure strong talent pipelines for the future. Tiffany Nicholson, project director of Skills First Future for the SHRM Foundation, shares why prioritizing skills over traditional degrees can unlock access to untapped talent pools, dramatically reduce cost-per-hire, and improve employee retention. Plus, find out how the SHRM Foundation’s new Center for a Skills First Future and Skills First Specialty Credential equip employers with the tools to implement practical and scalable skills-based hiring and development. Resources from this Week’s Episode – SHRM Foundation’s Skills First Future: https://www.shrm.org/foundation/skills-first Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
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05 Sep 2024 | Innovative Leave Policies for a Modern Workplace | 00:24:49 | |
In this episode of All Things Work, host Anne Sparaco discusses innovative leave programs with Maria Trapenasso, Senior Vice President at NFP. They explore various types of leave beyond the traditional ones, such as menopause leave, grandparental leave, and expanded bereavement leave, highlighting their importance for employee well-being and retention. Maria emphasizes the need for inclusive and equitable leave policies that consider diverse employee needs and comply with legal regulations. The conversation also touches on the growing trend of sabbatical leaves and the importance of mental health support for employees and their families. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
22 Apr 2025 | Emotional Intelligence in the Digital Age | 00:22:48 | |
Emotional intelligence (EI) is an indispensable skill, especially for workplaces integrating more artificial intelligence (AI). David Cory, founder and CEO of the Emotional Intelligence Training Company, unpacks actionable strategies and insights to help you lead with both heart and innovation. Learn how building EI can help your organization attract, engage, and retain top talent by building emotional connections and creating environments where employees feel valued. Explore the ethical challenges of introducing AI into HR, including biases in recruitment tools, and discover why responsible AI adoption is a must for today’s leaders. Resources from this Week’s Episode: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/2024-talent-trends-report Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r | |||
23 Aug 2024 | Employee Engagement and Retention Excellence | 00:25:11 | |
Lakeisha Robichaux, founder and CEO of HR firm Chief of Minds, joins host Anne Sparaco to discuss the importance of accountability, clear communication, work-life balance, and aligning personal and business values in an organization’s employee engagement strategy. Noting that employee engagement is currently at a historic low, with rising incivility in workplaces, Robichaux covers actionable advice for improving it, such as regular employee check-ins, retreats, and fostering a culture of trust and transparency. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
19 Mar 2025 | Breaking Down Title VII and Trump’s Executive Orders | 00:26:33 | |
Organizations face mounting pressure to balance legal compliance with fostering workplace diversity. Sarah Goodman, counsel at Offit Kurman, discusses how Title VII combats workplace discrimination and outlines the challenges posed by recent White House executive orders targeting inclusion and diversity (I&D) efforts. Explore Goodman's insights and actionable steps, from consulting legal counsel to implementing merit-based initiatives. Resources from this week’s episode: 2025 State of the Workplace Report - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/2025-shrm-state-of-the-workplace CHRO Priorities & Perspectives Report - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/chro-priorities-perspectives Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r | |||
09 Jan 2024 | Kyle Holm on How to Retain Hourly Employees | 00:18:40 | |
According to SHRM research, nearly half of hourly workers in the U.S. are actively seeking new job opportunities. That statistic highlighs the turnover challenges of employers who depend on these frontline employees for their operations. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Kyle Holm, vice president of compensation advisory at Sequoia Consulting Group, to discuss what employers can do to both motivate and retain hourly employees. Music courtesy of bensound. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
23 Feb 2023 | Jennifer Moss on Why Workplace Loneliness Matters | 00:21:15 | |
Nearly half of employees report they feel lonely at work, and the negative effects of workplace loneliness are numerous. It can contribute to employee burnout, mental health concerns and talent shortages. In this episode of All Things Work, award-winning journalist, author and workplace culture strategist Jennifer Moss joins host Tony Lee to discuss why employers should care if their employees are lonely, and what to do about it. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Music courtesy of bensound. This episode of All Things Work is sponsored by ADP. | |||
06 Jul 2023 | The Art Jackson Solution for Workplace Productivity | 00:23:45 | |
Workplace productivity is slumping downward. Employees are accomplishing less today than in the past, despite advances in workplace technology. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Art Jackson, president of Eagles Nest Performance Management and an expert in leadership, performance and productivity. Jackson says leaders can solve productivity problems by changing their organization’s approach to meetings, remote work, AI and more. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Music courtesy of bensound. This episode of All Things Work is sponsored by UKG. | |||
02 Jan 2025 | How Ageism Impacts Everyone at Work (And What to Do About It) | 00:28:19 | |
Shari Collins, who specializes in fostering inclusive environments and driving growth for organizations, explores the topic of ageism in the workplace. Collins unpacks the far-reaching effects ageism has across all generations, from younger professionals facing assumptions about their inexperience to seasoned employees encountering stereotypes about their adaptability. Collins also highlights the significance of psychological safety and resources like “reverse mentoring” that HR or anyone in the workplace can use to break down biases and strengthen relationships in all directions, no matter which generations make up your teams. Each week, All Things Work takes a deep dive into the latest workplace topics. Get the latest episode, along with additional resources and expert insights delivered straight to your inbox each week, by signing up for the All Things Work newsletter: shrm.org/AllThingsWork Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
13 May 2022 | Jonathan Segal on Addressing Antisemitism at Work | 00:20:32 | |
Employees of Jewish heritage have long encountered antisemitic attitudes, stereotypes and discrimination at work, and half of all Jewish workers report encountering antisemitism at their jobs. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Jonathan Segal, an attorney with Duane Morris, on what employers should do to address workplace antisemitism. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. This episode of All Things Work is sponsored by UKG. Music courtesy of bensound. | |||
20 Sep 2024 | Technology's Role in HR Transformation | 00:23:13 | |
The podcast episode from SHRM's "All Things Work" features a conversation with Andy Biladeau, SHRM's Chief Transformation Officer, discussing the impact of AI in the workplace. Bilodeau shares insights from his extensive experience in HR transformation, emphasizing the need for HR professionals to adapt to technological changes and embrace new capabilities. He highlights the role of SHRM Labs in guiding HR leaders through the evolving tech landscape, ensuring they are equipped to handle AI's integration. The discussion also touches on the importance of agility, continuous learning, and the human element in navigating workplace transformations. Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. | |||
15 Nov 2023 | Encore: Jennifer Moss on Why Workplace Loneliness Matters | 00:21:03 | |
*** This is an encore broadcast of February's episode with Jennifer Moss on Why Workplace Loneliness Matters. Stay subscribed for more new episodes coming soon. *** Nearly half of employees report they feel lonely at work, and the negative effects of workplace loneliness are numerous. It can contribute to employee burnout, mental health concerns and talent shortages. In this episode of All Things Work, award-winning journalist, author and workplace culture strategist Jennifer Moss joins host Tony Lee to discuss why employers should care if their employees are lonely, and what to do about it. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Music courtesy of bensound. | |||
12 Mar 2025 | The Secret to Hiring Smarter? Untapped Talent | 00:28:01 | |
Your organization might just be overlooking critical groups of people when hiring for a productive, adaptable workforce and seeking to fill skills gaps. Clayton Lord, senior program director at the SHRM Foundation, unpacks how to reach and harness the potential of untapped talent pools—from military spouses to senior citizens to individuals with disabilities—in order to drive business growth and align your inclusion and diversity initiatives with new White House executive orders. Resources from this Week’s Episode SHRM BEAM Framework - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/inclusion-diversity/shrms-beam-framework-for-inclusion-aligning-merit-with-organizational-excellence SHRM Foundation - https://www.shrm.org/foundation Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r | |||
06 Dec 2023 | Ginni Rometty on 'Good Power' and Reinventing IBM | 00:15:00 | |
After starting in IT as a systems engineer, Ginni Rometty began a career at IBM, where she climbed the corporate ladder to become the first woman CEO in IBM’s history. Recorded live at SHRM23 in Las Vegas, this episode is the second part of host Tony Lee’s interview with Rometty, discussing her recent book Good Power: Leading Positive Change in Our Lives, Work, and World, as well as her views on the importance of inclusive employers and other key workplace issues. Listen to Part 1 of the interview on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Music courtesy of bensound. | |||
06 May 2025 | Tips for Using Technology to Transform Recruitment | 00:26:51 | |
New cutting-edge tools available today are reshaping how organizations attract and retain top talent. Lori Kleiman, managing director of the HR solutions platform HR Topics, dives into how automation, AI, and data analytics are reshaping hiring processes, from screening to onboarding. Discover strategies for balancing technology with a personal touch, building inclusive practices, and keeping candidates engaged. Resources from this Week’s Episode: SHRM Conferences and Events: https://www.shrm.org/events-education/events Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r | |||
04 Aug 2022 | Too Hot to Handle: Julie Moore on the Rules for Workplace Romance | 00:19:33 | |
People managers and HR professionals consistently say that navigating and enforcing company rules about workplace romance is one of their toughest assignments. In this episode of All Things Work, Julie Moore, attorney and president of HR consulting firm the Employment Practices Group, speaks with host Tony Lee about sensible approaches to workplace romance and how to avoid problems related to a liaison gone bad. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Apple Podcasts. This episode is sponsored by UKG. Music courtesy of bensound. | |||
29 Apr 2022 | Jeff Levin-Scherz on Containing Health Care Costs Amid Rising Inflation | 00:20:05 | |
Employers continue to play an important role in providing health care benefits to large segments of the workforce and their dependents, but face serious challenges successfully containing health care costs during a time of rising inflation. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Jeff Levin-Scherz, population health leader at WTW, on how employers can maintain current health care coverage for employees without breaking the bank. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts. This episode of All Things Work is sponsored by Greenhouse. Music courtesy of bensound. | |||
26 Sep 2023 | Donald Dowling Jr. on What to Know When Your Employees Work Abroad | 00:22:01 | |
Whether by assignment or by personal choice, employees sometimes live and work in a country different from where their employer is headquartered, which presents additional challenges and considerations for employers. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Donald Dowling Jr., a labor attorney at Littler Mendelson P.C. specializing in international employment issues. Dowling shares what employers need to know and prepare for when sending employees overseas, along with practical advice for employers and HR professionals dealing with international workforce issues. Follow All Things Work on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Music courtesy of bensound. This episode is sponsored by Safeguard Global. | |||
20 Mar 2019 | Paul Falcone's 3 Tips for Dealing with Attitude Problems in the Workplace | 00:15:52 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by Paul Falcone, vice president of HR at the Motion Picture & Television Fund in Woodland Hills, Calif. Tony and Paul discuss three tips for dealing with an employee’s attitude that is really becoming a problem in the workplace, why you should remove the word "attitude" from your lexicon, why perception is everything, the importance of documentation and how managers can prepare themselves for tough conversations. | |||
12 Feb 2022 | Esther Aguilera on Expanding Leadership Roles for Hispanic Professionals | 00:17:20 | |
Hispanic people represent a substantial portion of the workforce and consumer base, but continue to be underrepresented in corporate boardrooms and senior executive roles. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Esther Aguilera, president and CEO of the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) on achieving greater representation among Hispanic professionals in senior leadership roles. | |||
27 Mar 2019 | Jathan Janove on the 5 Myths of Age Discrimination | 00:15:26 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by Jathan Janove, a former employment attorney with more than 25 years of experience representing employers with employee relations challenges. Tony and Jathan discuss older workers in the workplace, the biases they face and the myths employers traffic in to avoid hiring them. | |||
10 Mar 2022 | David Mitchell on How a Disrupted Economy Is Impacting Work | 00:20:44 | |
Inflation, rising energy prices and geopolitical instability are impacting wages and organizations’ ability to attract and retain talent. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with David Mitchell, professor of economics and director of the Bureau of Economic Research at Missouri State University, on how organizations can prioritize compensation, benefits and employee experience to succeed in filling open positions during a rocky economic period. | |||
03 Apr 2019 | Arlene Hirsch on Reverse Mentoring | 00:18:16 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by Arlene Hirsch, a recognized expert in career psychology and the proprietor of a Chicago-based career and psychological counseling firm. Tony and Arlene discuss what reverse mentoring is, how reverse mentoring fosters inter-generational connections, reverse mentoring's importance for managing a diverse workforce and reverse mentoring in the #MeToo era. | |||
15 Apr 2019 | Martin Yate on Making a Career Change | 00:19:28 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by Martin Yate, a New York Times best-selling author, a frequent contributor to SHRM.org, a former HR professional, and the owner and proprietor of Knock Em Dead—a resume writing and career coaching service. Tony and Martin discuss why people have difficulties writing resumes, prioritizing which jobs to apply for, how to break into human resources with no experience or when transitioning from another field, and how to turn the tables on a poor interviewer while still making a positive impression. | |||
24 Apr 2019 | John Scott on Leadership Development Trends | 00:18:32 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by John Scott, the chief operating officer and co-founder of APTMetrics. John has 30 years of experience designing and implementing talent management and assessment systems across a variety of global, high-stakes settings. Tony and John discuss why less than half of C-suite executives think their company’s leaders are doing a good job, why situational and contextual factors can’t be overlooked when hiring and developing leaders, the ideal mentor for a company leader, and what constitutes quality talent across generational divides. | |||
01 May 2019 | Ravin Jesuthasan on the Future of Work | 00:16:03 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by Ravin Jesuthasan, a globally recognized thought leader on the future of work and human capital and is one of the world’s most influential consultants. Ravin was the lead partner for the World Economic Forum’s ground-breaking study: Shaping the Future Implications of Digital Media for Society. And is a regular participant and presenter at the World Economic Forum’s annual meetings in Davos and Tianjin. Tony and Ravin discuss the future of work, the increased prominence of soft skills as artificial intelligence plays a bigger role at work, what learnability is and how to identify it, how the will gap is just as important as the skill gap, why white collar jobs will see the most changes in the workplace due to AI, and why HR needs to think of themselves as stewards of work rather than just stewards of jobs. | |||
15 May 2019 | Dr. Diane Hamilton on Encouraging Curiosity | 00:16:35 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by Dr. Diane Hamilton, a nationally syndicated radio host, speaker, moderator, consultant, and author whose ground-breaking work in the area of curiosity has been heralded by some of the biggest names in leadership. Tony and Diane discuss how she became interested in studying curiosity, closing the curiosity gap between the C-suite and employees, how business leaders can spark curiosity in the workplace and what she’ll be covering during her mega session on June 25 at 3:30 p.m. at the 2019 SHRM Annual Conference and Exposition in Las Vegas. | |||
22 May 2019 | Justin Constantine on Veteran Employment | 00:16:22 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by Justin Constantine, a motivational speaker, Marine combat veteran and a leading voice in the veteran community. He’s involved in all kinds of veterans’ initiatives, including SHRM’s HireVets platform. He is also the only guest on All Things Work to have been shot in the head. Tony and Justin discuss why they think HR professionals don't often look at veterans when hiring and why that trend is reversing, why companies shouldn't be so rigid in hiring only veterans with college degrees, the recent changes in how AI is used to match veterans to jobs, Justin's work with SHRM and how to retain veterans once you've got them in the door. | |||
10 Jul 2019 | Steve Browne on Workplace Loneliness and "HR On Purpose" | 00:10:58 | |
SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by Steve Browne, vice president of HR for LaRosa's Pizzeria to discuss workplace loneliness and the success of his new book HR On Purpose. Tony and Steve talk about how feeling isolated at work causes many people to look for a different job, why open offices are often the culprit of isolation, how it's easy to be isolated and have the perception that you're not, how social media can contribute to isolation and the overwhelmingly positive response to Steve's book. | |||
03 Jan 2020 | Peter Weddle on Employer Responsibility | 00:11:16 | |
SHRM’s Tony Lee is joined by Peter Weddle, an author and speaker on employment and success at work. Peter is the CEO of TAtech.org, which is the association of technology providers for the talent acquisition industry. He is the author of a range of books on employment and has been a columnist for The Wall Street Journal, National Business Employment Weekly and CNN.com Tony and Peter discuss the movement to hold companies more accountable with regards to how they treat their employees, customers and communities. Likewise, employees are expecting more of their companies than just profitability, and it’s impacting whether employees stay or go. Listen as Tony and Peter weigh in on whether companies’ increased global stewardship is likely to extend to the foreseeable future or reverse course as employers automate more and more labor. | |||
10 Jan 2020 | JoDee Curtis and Susan White on Employee Mobility | 00:15:43 | |
SHRM’s Tony Lee is joined by employment mavens JoDee Curtis and Susan White to discuss the shift in employees’ willingness to relocate for their jobs. Historically, relocation was accepted as part and parcel to having a career, but in recent years, paid employee relocations have fallen. Likewise, approximately half of all workers in the U.S. are saying that they are not willing to move for their professions. Listen to hear their analysis of the forces behind this new “stay put” mentality, whether we can expect it to continue in the foreseeable future and what companies can do to facilitate talent relocation when it’s needed. | |||
24 Jan 2020 | Steve Miller Talks Employer-Offered Student Loan Benefits | 00:13:59 | |
In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, Tony Lee is joined by SHRM digital editor Steve Miller who oversees SHRM’s online compensation and benefits-related content. College graduates are entering the workforce with substantial amounts of student loan debt, but there’s a growing trend of companies beginning to offer debt repayment assistance as an employee benefit. Listen in to hear Tony and Steve discuss what’s driving this trend and learn about a broad range of student loan benefits that are being implemented by various employers. | |||
14 Feb 2020 | Reid Walsh on Elevating Public Sector Employment in Pennsylvania | 00:18:24 | |
Reid Walsh serves as the Deputy Secretary for Human Resources and Management for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, Reid joins host Tony Lee to discuss her work in helping shape the future of public employment. Listen to hear about the initiatives she’s led to modernize hiring processes at the state level that are both bringing in more qualified candidates and attracting millennials to Pennsylvania’s public sector jobs. | |||
15 Jan 2020 | Heather Younger on Cultivating Employee Loyalty | 00:20:28 | |
In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, Tony Lee is joined by Heather Younger. Heather is an author and motivational speaker who works to help employers understand the connection between their employees’ loyalty and their ability to achieve big picture goals. Tony and Heather discuss cultivating employee loyalty as an approach available to companies to guard against turnover and economy-wide talent shortages. Heather also shares her perspectives on how companies can hire managers that actually encourage loyalty among their employees and the role of emotions in shaping employees’ allegiance. | |||
31 Jan 2020 | Kyle Welch on the Value of Whistleblowers | 00:22:10 | |
Kyle Welch is an assistant professor of accountancy at The George Washington University. He’s also a published academic researcher studying internal whistleblowing: the practice of employees reporting suspected illegal activity or misconduct up the chain of command. In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, host Tony Lee learns firsthand what Kyle discovered after analyzing over 2 million reports. (Spoiler alert, the results are pretty counterintuitive.) They also discuss Kyle’s findings regarding the #MeToo movement’s impact on employees feeling more emboldened to report improper behavior at work. | |||
06 Mar 2020 | Wendi Safstrom on the Role of the SHRM Foundation | 00:19:40 | |
In her role as Executive Director of the SHRM Foundation, Wendi Safstrom leads the strategy and programmatic implementations that support the Foundation’s mission and vision. In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, Wendi joins host Tony Lee to discuss the Foundation’s goal of elevating the HR profession as a method to drive social change by its promoting employment opportunities for workers in untapped talent pools, such as veterans, those with criminal records and individuals with disabilities. She also details the Foundation’s efforts to foster the next generation of HR by providing resources to students and recent grads. | |||
21 Feb 2020 | Jaime Fall on Employer-Driven Upskilling | 00:20:22 | |
Jaime Fall is the Director of UpSkill America at the Aspen Institute, which is an employer-led movement to expand opportunities for workers who need help advancing their careers and moving into better-paying jobs. In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, Jaime joins host Tony Lee to discuss the practice of upskilling and its benefits for both employers and employees. He also shares examples of companies’ various upskilling initiatives. | |||
07 Mar 2020 | Andrew Barnes on the 4 Day Work Week | 00:19:07 | |
Andrew Barnes is the author of The 4 Day Week where he makes the case that businesses can shorten the traditional five day working week while maintaining peak productivity and employees’ existing rates of pay. The result, according to Andrew, is a future in which we work less, but are both more productive and satisfied. In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, Andrew talks with host Tony Lee about the steps he took to successfully implement the four-day week at his own company and what the change has meant to his 240 employees. | |||
12 Mar 2020 | Technical Dystopia with Dan Schawbel | 00:19:08 | |
Automation and its impact on work is no longer in a far off future: It’s arriving now. Technology’s increasing ability to complete tasks previously performed by humans is projected to yield a higher quality of life with shorter work weeks and more free time. But the dark side of automation could be a technical dystopia that will impact not only how we work, but who gets to work at all. Nearly 40% of all U.S. jobs are currently in occupations that could shrink between now and 2030 because of the automation of routine and physical tasks. In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, host Tony Lee and New York Times best-selling author Dan Schawbel (Back to Human, Promote Yourself, Me 2.0) take on big questions such as potential populist outrage at job elimination and employers’ responsibility to their workers whose jobs stand to be eliminated by automation. | |||
18 Mar 2020 | Mari Anne Snow on Remote Work During COVID-19 | 00:25:01 | |
The coronavirus pandemic is upending work for everyone all across the globe. To prevent the virus from spreading at the workplace, more and more organizations are turning to remote work as a necessary step to continue their day-to-day operations. This unpredicted new reality represents uncharted territory for many organizations and people managers accustomed to having their employees onsite, raising questions such as, “How do I know my workers are actually working?”, “Do my employees have the tools they to do their jobs remotely?” and “What impact does remote work have on my people’s productivity?”. In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, host Tony Lee talks with remote work expert Mari Anne Snow to answer these questions and more to provide you with practical steps you can take to successfully implement and manage remote work at your organization. | |||
31 Mar 2020 | Michael and Katie Stallard on Maintaining Social Connection While Working Remotely | 00:20:45 | |
Last time on SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, we discussed how businesses can successfully implement remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic. This time, we’re turning our attention to employees’ experience of remote work and its accompanying feelings of isolation and loneliness. In this week’s episode, host Tony Lee is joined by Michael and Katie Stallard to discuss the isolating nature of remote work and solutions employees can take to stay well in this new, unprecedented era of work. Mike and Katie are a husband and wife team who have been studying the impact of personal connection in the workplace since 2002 and recently recently wrote a great article for LinkedIn on Why Relational Connection Is So Important During the Coronavirus Pandemic. Listen to hear them talk with Tony to unpack big questions such as, “How can employees successfully adapt to working from home?” and “Can video conferencing tools really replace the experience of being with someone?” | |||
08 May 2020 | Steve Bates on the Critical Role of IT During the Pandemic | 00:18:14 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast is continuing coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. In this episode, we’re turning our attention to the critical role of IT during the crisis. While stay-at-home orders have brought so much work to a standstill, we can only imagine how much worse the economic slowdown would be if it weren’t for IT systems and the professionals responsible for keeping those systems running. In this episode, host Tony Lee is joined by Steve Bates of KPMG. Steve heads KPMG’s CIO Chief Center of Excellence and shares his vantage point of what it looks like for a company with 219,000 employees worldwide to go completely remote almost overnight. Hear Tony and Steve discuss the responses and lessons learned from IT departments both large and small, as well their thoughts on the future shape of IT as companies embrace remote work while also taking steps to return to the workplace. | |||
29 May 2020 | Dr. John Whyte on Helping Employees Return to Work | 00:23:22 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast provides continuing coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. This episode explores the many ways the workplace will be different moving forward. Joining All Thing Work host Tony Lee is Dr. John Whyte, WebMD’s Chief Medical Officer. John shares his views on a number of critical issues, including the CDC’s return-to-work guidelines, the remarkable expansion of paid sick leave and his advice to companies with employees who are scared about returning to work. | |||
11 Jun 2020 | Sean Woodroffe on Managing Teams During the Pandemic | 00:19:20 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast continues to bring you coverage of how the world of work is responding during the era of COVID. This time, we’re looking at how employers are managing and engaging their teams during the pandemic and turn our attention to one specific employer, TIAA, a global financial services company. Sean Woodroffe is TIAA’s Chief Human Resource Officer, leading a team of 400 HR professionals who work to meet the HR needs of TIAA’s 117,000 employees worldwide. Host Tony Lee talks with Sean on a number of topics including TIAA’s response to the pandemic, how Sean has managed his team, as well as his advice to HR professionals facing tough return-to-work questions. | |||
17 Jul 2020 | Tom Spiggle and Natalie McLaughlin on Age Discrimination During the Pandemic | 00:28:53 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast continues to provide coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. In addition to being more susceptible to contracting COVID-19, older workers face a number of challenges that contribute to their likelihood of being laid off from their jobs. In this episode, we discuss the experiences of older workers and how the pandemic and accompanying economic downturn is producing murky circumstances where older workers are more likely to suspect and raise claims of age discrimination following layoffs. Tom Spiggle and Natalie McLaughlin are attorneys who specialize in representing employees and employers respectively. Hear Tom and Natalie talk through a number of employment scenarios with host Tony Lee about what does and doesn’t constitute age discrimination in the age of COVID. | |||
14 Jul 2020 | Steve Browne on HR Rising | 00:20:51 | |
On this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Steve Browne. Steve is vice president of HR for LaRosa’s Pizzeria, a pizza restaurant chain with 66 locations serving communities in Ohio, Tennessee and Kentucky. Steve is an elected member of SHRM’s Board of Directors as well as an author in the field of human resources and recently published his second book in the HR space, HR Rising: From Ownership to Leadership. Listen in in to hear Tony talk with Steve about his bold challenge to the HR profession in HR Rising and other key themes in the book. | |||
22 Jul 2020 | Rob Chesnut on Business Integrity | 00:19:13 | |
In the face of a public health crisis and a renewed focus on racial inequities, the bedrock question on the minds of businesses everywhere is, “How do we make sure we’re doing the right thing for our employees, our customers and ultimately, society as a whole?” To help answer this question is Rob Chesnut. Rob is an attorney with a storied career helping organizations such as eBay and Airbnb do what they say they’re going to do with integrity. On this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, hear Rob talk with host Tony Lee about companies’ responsibilities as ethical actors during difficult times. Rob will also be a featured guest on SHRM’s Tune in Tuesday episode on August 11. Please click here to register. https://tuneintuesdays.shrm.org/ Please subscribe to All Things Work on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen on your desktop. And be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or on your podcatcher of choice. | |||
18 Sep 2020 | Legal Concerns for Small Businesses During COVID-19 | 00:22:51 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast continues to provide coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. This week, we’re turning our attention to some of the legal challenges that small businesses are now confronting due to COVID-19. In this episode, we’re joined by two guests, Janell Stanton and Amber Clayton. As the Managing Attorney of the employment law group at Wagner, Falconer & Judd, Janell advises small businesses on all facets of HR and employment law. Janell also represents the SHRM LegalNetwork, is a service that provides affordable legal advice to HR professionals. Amber Clayton is the Director of SHRM’s HR Knowledge Center, which is a resource available to SHRM members: Members are able to call in with their thorniest HR-related questions and SHRM’s team of HR experts provide answers, guidance and resources. In this episode, Janell and Amber join host Tony Lee to help answer COVID-19-related HR questions including whether employers can require their employees to test for COVID, how to respond to employees who refuse to come to work due to fear of contracting the virus and also clarification on the intersection between different types of sick leave (e.g. FCCRA, FMLA, state). | |||
25 Sep 2020 | COVID-19's Impact on Women's Careers with Pam Cohen | 00:20:45 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast continues to provide coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. On this week’s episode, we examine how the pandemic is disproportionately impacting women and their careers. Research from the Boston Consulting Group indicates that women are twice as likely as men to have primary or sole responsibility for cooking, cleaning, childcare and education during the pandemic. This doesn’t leave a lot of time for work. Likewise, many women are concerned that these increased responsibilities may adversely affect their long-term career prospects because of a perceived inability by their employers to handle the workload. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Pam Cohen, Ph.D. Pam is a behavioral research scientist and the president of WerkLabs, which is the research division of The Mom Project, a Chicago-based company that provides support for mothers in the workplace. | |||
02 Oct 2020 | The Pandemic’s Impact on Company Culture with Melanie Booher | 00:18:21 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast continues to provide coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. | |||
16 Oct 2020 | Lisa Nagele-Piazza on Marijuana in the Workplace | 00:18:52 | |
With recreational and medical use of marijuana now legal in over 30 states, pot use has emerged as a complicated topic that raises many thorny questions for both employers and employees: Should employers still test for it? If so, what are the circumstances that they should? What sorts of accommodations should employers make for what sorts of employees? | |||
12 Oct 2020 | Finding and Retaining Talent in a Post-COVID World with Jim Bitterle | 00:19:57 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast continues to provide coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. To discuss recruiting and retaining talent in a post-COVID world is Jim Bitterle. Jim is a Managing Partner with EDSI Consulting, a national workforce development, talent and training company that helps companies and communities train and retain great people. He’s also the author of the new book “Unquittable”, published by SHRM, which is a guide to the most effective tools, strategies and processes for attracting, developing and retaining talent in your organization. | |||
23 Oct 2020 | Team Building During a Pandemic with Elizabeth Bille | 00:23:02 | |
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast continues to provide coverage of how the world of work is responding to the pandemic. | |||
30 Oct 2020 | Guns in the Workplace with Jake Charles | 00:15:42 | |
On this week’s episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, we’re discussing the very complex issue of guns in the workplace. Much of the complexity is rooted in the fact that each state is responsible for enacting its own laws about guns and the places gun owners are allowed to bring them, including the workplace and company parking lots. What that means for employers is that they’re bound by the laws of the state where they operate, which results in a complex legal picture at a time when employers are striving to keep their employees safe. | |||
06 Nov 2020 | Justin Constantine on Veteran Employment | 00:16:22 | |
Justin Constantine, a Marine combat veteran and author of From We Will to At Will: A Handbook for Veteran Hiring, Transitioning, and Thriving in the Workplace (SHRM, 2018), joins host Tony Lee to discuss why HR professionals often don't consider veterans when hiring, why that trend is reversing and how to retain veterans once they're hired. | |||
11 Dec 2020 | A Look Ahead to 2021 with John Morgan | 00:19:09 | |
Host Tony Lee speaks with career services expert John Morgan of Lee Hecht Harrison on what to expect from the world of work in 2021 and beyond. They discuss how the pandemic will continue to impact recruiting, workforce planning and the changing role of HR. | |||
19 Feb 2021 | Melissa Pace on Workplace English Training Programs | 00:16:35 | |
Smokey Denmark’s Smoked Meats Company is a small business in Austin, Texas producing premium quality sausage. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Smokey Denmark’s owner, Melissa Pace, about her decision to hire nine Burmese immigrants with limited English language skills and provide a workplace education program to help them develop their English proficiency. | |||
17 Feb 2021 | Joann Lublin on Supporting Working Moms During the Pandemic | 00:19:07 | |
In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee talks with award-winning business journalist Joann Lublin about the new challenges COVID-19 has created for working mothers, smart steps employers can take to support them and tie-ins to Joann’s new book Power Moms: How Executive Mothers Navigate Work and Life. | |||
12 Mar 2021 | Steve Preston on Goodwill's Workforce Planning | 00:20:20 | |
You probably know Goodwill Industries International for their iconic retail stores, but what you might not know is that the organization also specializes in providing workforce development initiatives at a large scale. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Goodwill’s president and CEO, Steve Preston, on how the organization provides comprehensive employment services that include job training, credentialing programs, direct job placement and online support to not only their 140,000 employees, but also anyone looking for a job. | |||
26 Feb 2021 | Darcy Gruttadaro on How to Support Employees’ Mental Health During the Pandemic | 00:19:54 | |
As a second year of life under the pandemic is underway, workplace and mental health continues to be a serious issue: Reported symptoms of depression and anxiety have tripled and quadrupled since the start of the pandemic and nearly 75 percent of workers say they’re experiencing burnout. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee talks with Darcy Gruttadaro, Director of the American Psychiatric Association Foundation’s Center for Mental Health, on steps employers can take to actively support their employees’ mental health during this time. | |||
19 Mar 2021 | Jason Briefel on Reshaping Public Sector Employment | 00:19:35 | |
The arrival of a new presidential administration that actively supports reversing previous cuts to the civil service prompts consideration for the future of public sector employment. In this episode of SHRM’s All Things Work podcast, host Tony Lee speaks with Jason Briefel, director of policy and outreach for the Senior Executives Association, a professional association for the federal workforce’s senior executives. They consider new approaches to public sector talent acquisition aimed at making government employment opportunities more attractive to candidates. | |||
09 Apr 2021 | Dick Finnegan on Keeping Employees Engaged During the Pandemic | 00:19:52 | |
COVID-19 changed employees' needs and concerns at work, which prompted many companies to change their approaches to employee satisfaction and retention to keep workers from leaving. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with leading employee retention expert Dick Finnegan on what companies can do to engage and retain employees, especially working moms, in this new era of work. | |||
23 Apr 2021 | Cynthia Calvert on Halting Family Responsibilities Discrimination at Work | 00:20:38 | |
COVID-19 put a spotlight on employees’ responsibilities to care for family members, such as babies, children, aging parents or any family member requiring ongoing assistance in meeting their basic needs. However, the closure of schools and other care providers, along with the shift to remote work introduced greater risk of employers treating employees with family responsibilities unfairly, because they may be thought of as less dependable than employees without families. | |||
30 Apr 2021 | Michael Nathanson on Resilience at Work | 00:23:30 | |
Resilience and the ability to bounce back after difficult times is definitely an invaluable trait, but COVID-19’s largescale disruption of day-to-day business operations brought into focus the importance of resilience in the world of work, because companies were forced to completely reimagine how to get work done within the constraints of a global health crisis. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Michael Nathanson, CEO of The Colony Group, a nationally recognized wealth advisory firm, and host of the podcast Seeking the Extraordinary. Michael shares the experiences that shaped his own brand of personal resilience and they discuss how business leaders can help their employees and organizations become stronger and more resilient. | |||
07 May 2021 | Jillian Weiss on the Trans Experience at Work | 00:21:24 | |
Trans employees (those identifying as transgender, non-binary and gender queer) are a segment of workers who have historically encountered severe and frequent discrimination at work, including discriminatory hiring, promotion and termination, insensitive treatment and outright physical and sexual assault. In this episode of All Things Work, Jillian Weiss, an attorney specializing in providing legal representation to LGBTQ employees, joins host Tony Lee to discuss the current state of the work environment for trans employees and provide advice for HR and people managers who are new to working with transgender individuals. | |||
14 May 2021 | Becki Young on How Employment-Based Immigration Is Changing | 00:19:33 | |
Immigration is a tool employers can use to source talent for jobs when the right talent in the right numbers isn’t available domestically to fill open positions. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Grossman Young & Hammond’s Becki Young, an attorney specializing in business immigration, to discuss the state of workplace immigration in the U.S. under the Biden administration and upcoming changes to the rules and procedures that guide how workers move to and from the U.S. for employment. Follow All Things Work wherever you listen to podcasts. And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts. | |||
21 May 2021 | Marcus Buckingham on the Post-Pandemic Workplace | 00:25:05 | |
The pandemic has undoubtedly changed the future of the workplace, but we really don’t know yet how that will look. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by research leader Marcus Buckingham to discuss the impact of COVID-19, how employers can head off the expected turnover tsunami, whether employees’ presence in the office actually matters and why the future of work will hinge on employer flexibility. | |||
04 Jun 2021 | Grant Morgan on Work’s Big City Exodus | 00:20:48 | |
The pandemic has shifted perspectives on remote work and the office footprint and has led to a re-evaluation of headquarter locations. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Grant Morgan, co-founder and CEO of biosafety company R-Zero Systems, to discuss this exodus and share the story behind his own company’s decision to relocate. | |||
11 Jun 2021 | Dr. Casey Chosewood on Keeping Employee Mental Health a Priority Post-Pandemic | 00:22:37 | |
Vaccines have proven highly effective at halting the occurrence and transmission of COVID-19. Unfortunately, resolving mental health issues in the workplace hasn’t been as successful at reversing the symptoms of depression, stress and anxiety that have reached all-time highs following 14 months of living and working during a public health crisis. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Dr. Casey Chosewood, the director of the Office for Total Worker Health at NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) on how to approach employee mental health and steps employers can take to improve the mental health of their employees in a post-pandemic world. | |||
18 Jun 2021 | Kavitha Prabhakar on Supporting Asian-American and Pacific Island Employees | 00:20:08 | |
Asian-American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) are no strangers to adversity in the workplace, but their experience often doesn’t receive much attention because of longstanding positive stereotypes of AAPI as hard workers and good employees. In this episode of All Things Work, Kavitha Prabhakar, Deloitte’s chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer, joins host Tony Lee to discuss how these frequent biases adversely impact AAPI employees’ career paths and work experiences, and how employers can help their AAPI employees grow and advance in the workplace. | |||
26 Jun 2021 | Adam Rosenthal on Effectively Managing Employee Turnover | 00:19:55 | |
Reports indicate that the world of work is heading for a “turnover tsunami,” with more than half of employees planning to look for a new job in 2021. This speaks to the importance of managers knowing what to do when employees announce they’ll be moving on. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Adam Rosenthal, an attorney specializing in employment law and author of the new book Managing Employees Without Fear: How to Follow the Law, Build a Positive Work Culture and Avoid Getting Sued. They discuss how managers can ensure business continuity when employees leave—and how they can lead in ways that can keep good employees from departing at all. | |||
09 Jul 2021 | Elizabeth Doty on Companies Leading Social Change | 00:20:14 | |
The concept that companies have an obligation to help improve society is not new, but there is a growing expectation among employees that corporate America should have an active role in driving positive social change. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee is joined by Elizabeth Doty from the Erb Institute for Sustainability in Business at the University of Michigan to discuss companies’ increasing role in addressing social and political issues. | |||
16 Jul 2021 | Andrea Herron on Encouraging Your Employees to Take Time Off | 00:20:34 | |
With reports that more than 75 percent of employees are experiencing burnout at their jobs, workers desperately need a break. One of the best cures for burnout is time off, and a workplace where employees feel good about taking time to recharge, reset and come back refreshed. In this episode of All Things Work, host Tony Lee speaks with Andrea Herron, WebMD’s head of people, on how employers and people managers can foster a culture of work that encourages employees to take the time off they deserve. | |||
07 Sep 2021 | Reset: Employer Culture, Brand and the Future of Work by Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. | 00:20:41 | |
SHRM President and CEO, Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, joins All Things Work host Tony Lee to discuss questions explored in SHRM’s new book, Reset: A Leader’s Guide to Work in an Age of Upheaval. As the book’s author, Johnny discusses the role of employer brand and organizational culture when attracting top talent; their intersection with diversity, equity and inclusion; and the steps CEOs and HR leaders can take to reset their organizations. Music courtesy of bensound | |||
17 Jan 2019 | Susan Milligan on the Gig Economy | 00:18:04 | |
Today on All Things Work, SHRM's Tony Lee is joined by journalist Susan Milligan to discuss the rise of the gig economy and what it means to be a gig worker. Tony and Susan get into why gig work isn't just for college grads, the generational divide among gig economy workers, non-traditional benefits being offered by employers to gig workers and much more. |