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Veterans and military spouses represent one of the most skilled, dedicated, and underutilized talent pools in today’s workforce. In this in-depth episode of HR Baddies, host Katie Garcia, MBA, SHRM-CP—and proud Navy spouse—dives into the powerful value these candidates bring to every organization.

Discover how military training translates into exceptional leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills that can strengthen any team. Katie busts common myths about deployments and relocation, explains how to read between the lines of military résumés, and shares real stories of veterans and spouses who have excelled in civilian roles.

You’ll walk away with a three-step action plan to make your company veteran-ready: craft job postings that welcome military experience, build partnerships with proven veteran-hiring programs, and create onboarding and mentorship systems that set these employees up for success.

Whether you’re an HR professional, a small-business owner, or a hiring manager ready to expand your talent strategy, this episode gives you the tools, resources, and inspiration to start hiring—and retaining—this extraordinary workforce today.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how companies find and hire talent—but is it the breakthrough recruiters have been waiting for or just the latest buzzword? In this 20-minute episode of HR Baddies, host Katie Garcia, MBA, SHRM-CP, takes you inside the rapidly evolving world of AI-powered recruiting to separate fact from fiction.

Katie breaks down the tools already changing the game—automated résumé screening, chatbots that schedule interviews, and predictive analytics that forecast time-to-hire—and shares real examples of how small and mid-size businesses are using them today. She also digs into the risks: algorithmic bias, privacy concerns, and new regulations in cities and states that require employers to disclose or audit their AI tools.

You’ll learn a three-step action plan to implement AI responsibly: auditing your workflow, selecting transparent vendors, and training managers to keep the human touch. Whether you’re an HR pro exploring new tech or a business owner trying to save time without sacrificing fairness, this episode delivers the insights you need to use AI wisely—and avoid the hype.

Pay transparency is no longer optional—it’s the future of fair hiring. In this 20-minute episode of HR Baddies, host Katie Garcia, MBA, SHRM-CP, unpacks the fast-moving wave of salary-disclosure laws and what they mean for businesses of every size.

Katie explains why open pay practices build trust, attract stronger candidates, and close wage gaps, while also detailing the newest state and city requirements and the federal proposals on the horizon. You’ll hear real examples of companies fined or publicly called out for non-compliance and learn how remote hiring complicates the rules when applicants live in multiple states.

Most importantly, Katie shares a three-step action plan to stay ahead: auditing compensation for equity, crafting transparent job postings, and training managers to have confident pay conversations.

Whether you’re an HR professional or a small-business owner, this episode delivers the insight—and the motivation—you need to make pay transparency work for your team and your brand.

Get ready for HR Baddies, the podcast where Katie Garcia, MBA, SHRM-CP, brings sharp HR strategy and a dash of sass to your ears. In this 1-minute trailer, Katie introduces the show’s mission: helping HR professionals, business owners, and leaders navigate hiring, compliance, and workplace culture without the boring corporate jargon.

Each episode will deliver practical HR tips, hot takes on workplace trends, and candid conversations about the real challenges of managing people—perfect for anyone seeking HR advice, small-business HR solutions, or insights on company culture.

Whether you’re a seasoned HR pro or a founder wearing every hat, HR Baddies will keep you informed, inspired, and entertained. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite app, and join the community that’s making HR smart, strategic, and slightly sassy.