Ask HR! with Youseline Poteau-Young

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I’m inviting you to join Season Two—with yours truly, MOI!
I’m back with Ask HR with Youseline Poteau-Young.

This season, we’re going deeper- answering your questions and speaking directly with leaders across industries who are doing the work—often with little or no support—while building fair, people-centered practices.

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And join the conversation about people, culture, shared insights, and diverse perspectives- because the healthiest workplaces aren’t built on quiet assumptions — they’re built straight conversations.

This week’s episode takes you back to one of my favorite sessions — where I covered the “quiet trends” reshaping today’s workplaces. From quiet quitting and quiet firing to quiet hiring, quiet promoting, and quiet leading — these patterns aren’t so quiet anymore.

During my roundtable at the Workforce Health USA Conference, we explored:

·       What these quiet trends really mean and how they show up in daily work life.

·       Why they signal deeper cultural, communication, and leadership challenges within organizations.

·       How both leaders and employees can address them head-on through open dialogue, empathy, and accountability.

You’ll also hear insights from my fellow panelists on thesame topic at the Future Work USA Conference, where we discussed how these trends reflect a changing workforce — and what you can do to prevent silence from taking over your team’s engagement, morale, and productivity.

Because the healthiest workplaces aren’t built on quiet assumptions — they’re built on honest and straight conversations.

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- Ask HR! is proudly sponsored by YP Personnel Management & Consulting (YPPMC) - delivering strategic, tactical, and practical HR solutions.

- We’re also excited to collaborate with INSPO. Learn more at www.inspo.expert or download the INSPO Experts App today in the App Store.

- Inside the 'Quiet Quitting' Trend—What's Really Turning Workers Off: https://www.newsweek.com/work-quiet-quitting-trend-psychology-cause-control-2119278

- Unpacking Quiet Quitting – SHRM Career Compass Podcast featuring India Forster

- Quiet Leading, Quiet Firing, Workforce Disengagement – Read more on SHRM.org

- Investing in Organizational Health – Rafael-Cristian Rios, Workforce Health Solutions

Conference speakers' page from the conference: https://events.reutersevents.com/healthcare/workforce-health-usa/speakers 

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In this episode of Ask HR!, we revisit key insights from Youseline’s panel discussion at the Hacking HRSpeaker Series on what it truly takes to build and sustain high-performing teams.

From setting clear expectations to fostering inclusion, the conversation highlights how a blend of tactical and strategic initiatives reinforces alignment, adaptability, and long-term engagement.

You’ll also hear the three essential HR actions that separate good teams from great ones:

• Cultivate a supportive culture
• Promote continuous learning
• Use data-driven decisions

And for business owners or HR departments of one, discover how the Buy, Borrow, Build Framework can help you maximize resources without going it alone.

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• Ask HR! is proudly sponsored by YP Personnel Management & Consulting (YPPMC) - delivering strategic, tactical, and practical HR solutions.
• We’re also excited to collaborate with INSPO. Learn more at ⁠www.inspo.expert⁠ or download the INSPO Experts App today in the App Store.
• Hacking HR Speaker Series | April 29, 2024! https://hackinghrlab.io

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Toxic behavior in the workplace isn’t always easy to define. Is it simple rudeness, or something deeper, like racism or bias?

As leaders, we’re often the first line of defense. That’s why the PRO approach and our H.U.M.A.N. Framework matter. Together, they provide a practical roadmap for hearing concerns, understanding context, mobilizing interventions, modeling respect, and normalizing accountability.

- point of view, reactions, outcome (PRO)

- hear, understand, mobilize, act-action, and to normalize (H.U.M.A.N)

This episode/blog shares how leaders can step back, assess situations clearly, and respond with fairness, protecting both mental health and workplace culture. Because strong leaders don’t just react- they set the standard.

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In this episode of #AskHR, we break down how to assessbehavior, reactions, and outcomes, so you can protect yourself and decide if your workplace is truly worth your energy.

Here’s what we cover:

The takeaway is that toxic behavior should never benormalized. Step back, focus on your direct experiences, and remember you deserve to work in a place that values respect and equity.

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• Ask HR! is proudly sponsored by YP Personnel Management & Consulting (YPPMC) - deliveringstrategic, tactical, and practical HR solutions.
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Did you know the way we phrase our questions can significantly influence the outcome of our conversations? This week, we're diving into a powerful coaching skill I've recently learned: asking questions for impact, also known as the framing effect.

In this episode, we'll explore why shifting from a "telling" to a"coaching" mindset is a crucial skill for leaders. We'll learn how asking more questions empowers your team to think critically, uncover solutions, and take ownership, making them feel more valued and engaged in their work.

I'll walk you through three simple yet powerful techniques to reframe your questions:

1.     Reverse the Focus: Uncover blind spots and what might be missing by flipping your question from what you are doing to what you are not.

2.     Introduce a Constraint: Spark innovation and cut through the noise by adding a seemingly outrageous limit that forces your team to prioritize high-impact actions.

3.     Connect Emotionally to Your Future Self: Tap into wisdom and gain perspective by asking your team to imagine what advice their more experienced self would givethem.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a new perspective on how to lead with questions, not answers, and you'll be equipped with practical tools to transform your conversations and build a more resourceful and confident team.

Thank you for tuning in. Have a question for the show, email us at [email protected].

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What If a Person Is Not Right for the Team? Part 3: From Poor Fit to Culture Add, The Future of Thriving Teams! In the final episode of our three-part series, we shift the conversation from what’s wrong to what’s possible. After learning to spot the signs of poor team fit (Part 1) and exploring the ripple effects of ignoring them (Part 2), we now focus on building teams that thrive. In this episode we explore the three pillars of Future-Ready Teams: 1- inclusive collaboration, 2- shared accountability,3- growth through differenceThe intentional inclusion of people who uniquely strengthen a team.Find the complete series here:- Part 1 → What If a Person Is Not Right for the Team? The High Cost of Poor Team Fit: Spot the Early Signs!- Part 2 → What If a Person Is Not Right for the Team? The Ripple Effect of Poor Team Fit and What You Can Do About It- Part 3 → What If a Person Is Not Right for the Team? Part 3: From Poor Fit to Culture Add, The Future of Thriving Teams!Listen to the full 3-part series now on Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform.And before you sign off, don’t forget to subscribe, follow, share, and engage with us. #AskHR, #YouselinePoteau, #YPPMC, #HRGladiators #TeamFit, #WhatIf, #HR, #GoodHR, #Leadership, #PsychologicalSafety, #SharedAccountability, #TeamDynamics #PeopleLeaders, #LeadershipDevelopment, #StrategicHR #WorkplaceCulture, #PeopleandCulture, #BuildingBetterTeams, #HighPerformingTeams #CulturalAdd #FutureReadyTeams#TeamBuilding #CultureShiftFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL!- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yp-pmc- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yppmc- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yppmc_- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yppmc_- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yppmc- Twitter/X: https://x.com/yppmc Learn More About YPPMC and BOOK your FREE consultation today:- https://calendly.com/yppmc⁠- Website: ⁠https://yppmc.com

In this second part of our three-part series, we ask: whathappens when the early warning signs of a poor team fit are ignored?

The impact goes far beyond simple awkward moments; it creates a ripple effect that damages productivity, fuels disengagement, and wears down psychological safety.

In this episode, you'll learn:

· Three critical ripple effects and how to get ahead.

· How to move from simply hoping someone "fits in" to actively building a team that is dynamic, resilient, and future-ready.

· That, it's about shared accountability among all of us: leaders, HR, and employees.

Tune in now to learn how to recognize the red flags beforethey disrupt your team’s rhythm.

Next week, Part Three of the series will come to an endwhere our focus will be on how we move forward, shifting from the concept of cultural fit toward a team that values diversity of thought, collaboration, and shared accountability.

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What If a Person Isn’t the Right Fit for the Team? Credentials may get you in the door, but competence and collaboration keep you on the team.

In this episode of Ask HR, our question is: What if a person just isn’t the right fit for the team, even when their resume shines?

This is Part 1 of a 3-part series exploring how misalignment impacts team success and why accountability in these situations isn’t a one-way street. It’s a shared responsibility for the health and performance of the entire team.

We’re unpacking three early warning signs to watch for:

· Persistent interpersonal conflict or lack of collaboration

· Resistance to feedback, stalling growth and agility

· Ongoing underperformance despite support, clear expectations, and training

You’ll learn how to spot these signals early, often within the first 90 to 180 days and how proactive leaders can build a simple “team fit warning system” to prevent long-term friction.

Tune in now to learn how to recognize the red flags before they disrupt your team’s rhythm.

Next week: Part 2 explores how ignoring these signs impacts productivity, morale, and innovation.

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In this After-Hours edition of Ask HR, these are our confessions — the disconnect between what employeessay and what leadership actually hears. From culture misalignment and DEI fatigue, to trust gaps and broken promises of promotion, this episode unpacks a few exit statements (including my own).

What you’ll hear in this episode:
• Why people leave even “good” jobs with potential
• What leaders think they’re hearing vs. what’s actually being said
• The hidden truths behind workplace flexibility, inclusion, and internal mobility
• How broken promises, silence, and leadership gaps push talent away
• A simple but powerful framework to shift culture — not just fix turnover

Why it matters:

Most resignations are preventable — but only if someone is really listening. This isn’t just about exit interviews. It’s about missed stay conversations, burnout masked as passion, and values that no longer feel aligned.

The workplace whisper turns into a decision to walk out. And sometimes? That decision starts after hours.

My challenge to you: rethink the exit statements we shared — and consider a few of your own. • Apply the framework: What can you do to change someone’s mind before they walk away?• Share your thoughts in the comments or email us at [email protected].

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