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Ask HR! with Youseline Poteau-Young episodes
- The First 100 Days! Your HR Leadership Roadmap. A 5-Step Framework to Thrive from Day 1 to Day 100.
Great episode this week! This conversation is your roadmap from day one to a hundred. Whether you're building an HR department from the ground up or stepping into an existingstructure, these first few months can truly define your path forward.
We'll break down a 5-step, people-first strategy to help you assess, act, and align your efforts, all while staying human-centered, data-informed, and purpose-driven.
This conversation is inspired by real insights from our HR Gladiators, serving as a powerful reminder that while HR can be a complex space, it's also one of deep purpose and immense influence.
Remember, influence doesn't come from being popular; it comes from being a reliable, trusted resource and a trueally. Engage early and regularly with everyone at all levels to listen and offer support. Be available, approachable, and consistent, always encouraging collaboration across the entire team
Have HR questions for the show? Send them to: [email protected], and don’t forget tosubscribe, like, and share! #AskHR #YouselinePoteau #YPPMC #GoodHR #PeopleandCulture #HRLeadership #First100Days #LeadershipDevelopment #CareerGrowth#WorkplaceCulture #PeopleFirst #StrategicHR #HRGladiators
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17 min - What Are We Missing In Coaching Our Ambitious Employees?
As people leaders, learning to coach high-energy employees is crucial for meaningful growth conversations.
How can managers effectively guide those eager for new projects that don't quite fit their current role or team's immediate needs?
Instead of jumping straight to solutions, we encourage leaders to step back and ask: What's truly driving this interest? What are they hoping to learn or contribute?
These fundamental questions open the door to meaningful dialogue, signaling your investment in their professional growth, not just their output.
In this episode, you'll learn actionable strategies for these vital discussions, including:
- Why your word choice matters more than you think (hint: it's about 'and,' not 'but'!).
- How to find the perfect "stretch" opportunities that align employee ambition with team goals.
- The power of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to strategically align career goals with business needs.
When employees express a desire to grow, it's a compliment to your leadership. It means they trust you enough to share their goals. Our job isn't to say yes to everything; it's to help them grow in ways that strengthen both the individualand the team. This is our chance as people leaders to shape,not silence, employee ambition.
Have HR questions for the show? Send them to: [email protected], and don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share! #AskHR #YouselinePoteau #YPPMC #GoodHR #PeopleandCulture #Leadership #EmployeeDevelopment #HR #Coaching #AmbitiousEmployees #FutureOfWork #IndividualDevelopmentPlan #GrowthConversations #WorkplaceCulture
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Episode Resources:
- Research from SHRM and Deloitte shows that IDPs improve engagement, retention, and alignment withbusiness goals. 1) Deloitte recognizes the importance of linking individual development to performance management. They suggest that performancemanagement should focus on clearly defined purposes, potentially decoupling developmental conversations from assessments and embedding them in the flow ofwork, according to Deloitte research. IDPs can be usedwithin overall performance reviews to identify high-performers, reward achievements, and address development needs. 2) SHRM Ramp Up Professional Growth with Individual DevelopmentPlans
11 min - Beyond the Raise: Building a Culture of Appreciation, Rewards, & Recognition!
Are you a leader facing the challenge of retaining top talent when a direct salary increase isn't an option? Compensationconversations can be tough, but what if you could offer something equally valuable?
This episode focuses on creative compensationalternatives that go far beyond the traditional paycheck. We're talking about building a comprehensive system that attracts, motivates, and retains your most valuable asset: your people!
It’s all about taking a holistic approach to total rewards and development, genuinely showing you care.
Learn how to build an impactful total rewards system, boost morale, and retain top talent even in tight financial times. Our topics covered:
- Total Rewards Strategy: Discover how awell-rounded strategy can transform your compensation approach.
- Non-Monetary Employee Perks: Explorevaluable benefits that go beyond cash.
- Flexible Work Options: Learn howflexibility can be a powerful retention tool.
- Growth and Development Investments:Understand the long-term benefits of investing in your team's skills.
- Skills-Based Pay: And more innovativecompensation ideas!
What do you do when a raise isn't feasible?
Share and send your HR questions to: [email protected], and don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share! #AskHR #YouselinePoteau #YPPMC #GoodHR #PeopleandCulture#TotalRewards #CreativeCompensation#HRLeadership #EmployeeRetention #PeopleLeaders #WorkplaceWellbeing
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Episode Resources:
- Society of Human Resources Management [shrm], https://www.shrm.org
- Poeplethriver, https://peoplethriver.com/do-benefits-help-retain-employees/#:~:text=Salaries%20still%20undoubtedly%20play%2C%20and,helping%20organizations%20retain%20top%20talent
10 min - Asking for a Raise: Master the Conversation!
In this episode, we’re talking all things compensation: fromhow to ask for a raise to mastering the art of self-advocacy in the workplace. Learn how to build a compelling, fact-based case using data, feedback, and strategic timing.
We’ll walk you through understanding your total compensation package and exploring alternatives like title promotions or contract work when a raise isn’t immediately possible.
Pay discussions can be uncomfortable, but they don’t have tobe. Use this episode as your guide to prepare thoroughly, practice your delivery, and present your request with professionalism and confidence. A respectful, well-prepared approach will put you in a position to win. By grounding your ask in facts, market data, and business value, you’ll empoweryourself to navigate the conversation with clarity and purpose.
Got a question for the show? Email us at: [email protected]
Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and engage with us! #AskHR #YouselinePoteau #YPPMC #GoodHR #PeopleandCulture #TotalRewards #CompensationTalk#SalaryNegotiation #NegotiationTips #CareerGrowth #KnowYourWorth #ProfessionalDevelopment
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Episode Resources:
• https://www.shrm.org
17 min - Lead and Manage, Not Monitor!
Are you empowering your team or just watching over their shoulder?
In our previous episode, we explored why employees may meddle in others’ work, ranging from overconfidence and insecurity to poor leadership and cultural differences.
This week’s #AskHR episode, we’re drawing a clear line between leading with intention and micromanaging without realizing it. From unclear roles to low-trust cultures, we break down how leadership gaps create confusion, frustration, and workplace interference and how to shift toward true empowerment.
What Leadership Gaps Might Look Like
As leaders we might think we're helping. In many ways we are, but we can also be getting in the way without realizing it.
We’re also sharing actionable tools to help you lead and manage, not monitor while leaning on your HR leadership team for support. We discussed how to encourage collaboration without taking over, and how to remind employees that good intentions need good timing and sometimes, permission, in an empowering way.
Our Key Takeaways
As shared in our last episode, encourage ownership by letting go.
- Mel Robbins calls it the Let Them Theory: let people lead in their own way, even if it’s not your way.
- And as Jay Shetty reminds us: It’s not just about setting boundaries, it’s about respecting them.
Listen now on Spotify or your favorite platform.
Share this episode with anyone who needs to hear it! Got questions? Send them to [email protected].
Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and engage with us! #AskHR #YouselinePoteau #YPPMC #PeopleandCulture #WorkplaceCulture #HRLeadership #Boundaries #ManagementSkills #Leadership #Micromanagement #EmployeeEngagement #GrowthMindset #LetThemTheory
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10 min - Stay in Your Lane: Mind Your Own Job!
Is today the day your well-meaning coworker finally stops telling you how to do your job and starts focusing on their own?
Ever feel your focus drain when helpful colleagues or micromanagers overstep? You're not alone!
In this episode of Ask HR!, we're discussing this common situation, discussing the behaviors around minding your own job and how recognizing certain patterns can help you manage and respond better.
From overconfidence to weak leadership and even misguided helpfulness, here's the good news: we're not just talking about problems, we're sharing solutions!
Learn how to recognize these patterns and respond effectively, drawing inspiration from thought leaders like Mel Robbins and Jay Shetty. Plus, discover our unique framework to reflect, realign, and stay laser-focused on your individual genius.
Your lane is powerful, it's time to own it.
Listen now on Spotify or your favorite platform. Share this episode with anyone who needs to hear it!
Got questions? Send them to [email protected].
Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and engage with us!
#AskHR #YouselinePoteau #YPPMC #PeopleandCulture#MindYourOwnJob #WorkplaceBoundaries #ProfessionalBoundaries
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13 min - Are You Modeling the Right Message? Lead with Respect, Not Reactions!
Culture Check: Are You Modeling the Right Message?
Are your employees showing out or simply reflectingwhat you modeled?
In this leadership-focused episode of Ask HR!, we are talking about what it truly means to show up as a leader with emotional maturity, cultural awareness, and consistency.
From coaching vs. criticism to using curiosity over control.Tune in to learn:
- How your behavior sets the tone for team culture- Why coaching with emotional maturity beats correcting with ego- The difference between public embarrassment and teachable moments- How cultural intelligence drives inclusive leadership- What it takes to lead with empathy when perspectives clash
Ready to reflect, reset, and re-engage?
Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcastplatform.
Got a question? Email us at: [email protected]
Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and engage with us! #AskHR #YouselinePoteau #YPPMC #LeadershipDevelopment #PeopleAndCulture #EmotionalIntelligence #InclusiveLeadership #ProfessionalPresence #SafeSeenSupported #RespectingOurDifferences #ShowUpWithRespect#SafeSeenSupported
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12 min - Don’t Show Your Ass at Work, Show Up With Intention!
Let’s talk about the difference between authenticity andattention-seeking. What does it really mean to bring your whole self to work and when does that cross the line into disruption or performing for validation?
When we talk about showing up authentically at work, we’retalking about professional presence, navigating tension, and building respect.
This episode explores why some employees “show out” and how leadership behaviors might be contributing to it. We dive into the difference between helping someone grow and embarrassing them, how to create a culture of realrespect, and how to stay calm and thoughtful in tough moments. We also look at how different cultures and generations communicate and what it means to bepresent without putting on a show.
Key Takeaways
- Presence Matters
- Respect Matters
- Leadership sets the tone
Catch up to the latest episodes on:
· YouTube: youtube.com/@yp-pmc
· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13gBPAZwT4og8IGQ4bSQxf?si=7151548d600342e5
Episode Resources:
- 14 Ways to Build Authentic Relationships Across Differences: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/14-ways-to-build-authentic-relationships-across-differences-in-the-workplac-0
- The Psychological Toll of Covering at Work: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/inclusion-diversity/the-psychological-toll-of--covering--at-work
More Authentic Workplaces Lead to Better Retention: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/employee-relations/authentic-workplaces-lead-to-better-retention-productivityGot a question for the show? Email us at: [email protected]
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13 min - People, Process, and Systems for Profit!
It all boils down to process and systems!
In this week’s #AskHR episode, I’m sharing key insights from my session at last year’s ICABA Entrepreneur Jumpstart Series. Whether you're an entrepreneur, solopreneur, orleading a growing business, sustainable growth starts with structure. And that structure begins with people, process, and systems- all designed for profit.
Catch the episode on:
- YouTube: youtube.com/@yp-pmc
- Spotify: Click to Listen
Learn how to:
- Operate like a big business, even on a small budget
- Access legal support and mitigate risk
- Build policies and people systems that actually work
- Leverage tech tools and platforms wisely
You may not have a full HR department or legal team, butthat doesn’t mean you can’t operate like a high-performing organization.
From labor law essentials to creating scalable systems, these actionable tips will help set your business up for long-term success.
Got a question for the show? Email us at: [email protected] the show: Subscribe, follow, and engage with us! #YouselinePoteau #yppmc #People #Process #Systems #Entrepreneur #Solopreneur #ProcessDrivenProfit #ICABAEntrepreneurJumpstart#ICABA #HRForEntrepreneurs
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16 min - Discipline Double Standards: Leading Through Fairness!
Discipline isn’t just about policies; it’s about people, culture, and the courage to act even when it’s uncomfortable.
In this week’s episode, we’re continuing our real-talk conversation on leading with fairness and accountability, diving into:
The unintentional roots of doublestandards in discipline
How shielding high performers or peers chipsaway at team trustWhy true accountability must flow fromthe top downWhat consistent, courageous leadership actuallylooks like
The full episode is now available on Spotify, YouTube, and your favorite podcast platform:• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yp-pmc• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13gBPAZwT4og8IGQ4bSQxf?si=7151548d600342e5
Submit your questions for the show: [email protected]Support the show by subscribing, following, andengaging with us! #askhr #YouselinePoteau #yppmc #PeopleAndCulture#DisciplineDoubleStandard #FairnessAtWork #HRMatters #LeadershipAccountability #FairLeadership
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9 min
About Ask HR! with Youseline Poteau-Young
From the publisher's feed
A podcast where employees and leaders get their HR questions answered, exchange perspectives, and co-create impactful, people-centered, practical, and sustainable solutions. As an external HR…
department, we focus on courageous conversations- ones that embrace differing views and turn conflict into meaningful connection. This show balances employee advocacy with business accountability, proving that great workplaces can and should be humane and high-performing. Our mission is simple: to lead bold, honest dialogue that welcomes tension, respects every voice, and transforms the way we work.