Back to Work

On this episode of Back to Work, unravel the core elements of impactful leadership in today's dynamic landscape. Discover how timeless qualities like ambition, initiative, and critical thinking intersect with modern leadership approaches to drive team success.

Join us as we explore the pivotal role of trust-building in leadership, where transparency, integrity, and empathy form the bedrock of team loyalty and commitment. Unveil the ripple effect of effective leadership on both productivity and talent management, as we discuss the far-reaching influence of innovation and risk-taking in fostering organizational agility.

Our guest, Dallas Grundy, Senior Vice President and CFO at The University of Akron, brings over two decades of transformative leadership experience from prestigious institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and Rutgers University. Tune in to gain fresh insights into the ever-evolving world of leadership, whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring leader, or simply intrigued by the dynamics behind thriving teams.

As Baby Boomers continue to age out of the workforce in greater numbers, the presence and impact of Generation Z will only increase in the coming years. Estimates predict Gen Zers will occupy roughly 30% of the workforce by 2030. With this significant shift comes a host of new preferences, priorities and predispositions that organizations should be mindful of in order to attract, engage and retain this rapidly growing crop of talent.

On our latest episode of our Back to Work podcast series, J.T. O’Donnell, CEO and founder of Work It Daily, a career counseling and coaching platform joins the show to discuss this topic. J.T. explore the key insights, actionable strategies and expert advice organizations can leverage in order to develop and implement tailored recruitment efforts that resonate with Gen Zers.

Last year, a Yoh survey of 1,000 American workers found that while 41% say their company acknowledges holidays related to race, ethnicity or gender (e.g., Black History Month, Women’s History Month and/or Hispanic Heritage Month), their employer doesn’t take any specific actions to advocate for these groups. Worse still, more than one-fifth of workers say their company talks about improving diversity and equity in the workplace but does not follow through with action.

In many instances, what companies are doing with their DE&I initiatives can come across as inauthentic and simply performative. It’s all talk and little action.

Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney PC explores all this and more on the latest episode of Back to Work.

Buchanan is a law firm with offices throughout the country and hundreds of lawyers who specialize in a broad spectrum of legal matters. Lloyd is also the host of the Dimensions of Diversity podcast, where he interviews thought leaders on the many aspects of diversity in the workplace. On this episode of Back to Work, Lloyd discusses how creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace requires more than just empty gestures or performative actions. They delve into the importance of authenticity in DE&I practices and discuss strategies that HR leaders can adopt to foster genuine inclusivity.

Welcome to another engaging episode of Yoh's podcast, "Back to Work." On this episode, we delve into the critical aspects of building and sustaining an enriching work culture.

Join us as we explore the challenges and solutions faced by HR professionals in today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, where the workforce may be a mix of in-person, remote, and hybrid employees.

In the modern world, where we dedicate a significant portion of our lives to work, it becomes imperative to create a workplace that motivates, appreciates, and fulfills its employees. Attracting and retaining top talent, boosting productivity, and ensuring employee satisfaction and happiness all depend on cultivating an engaging work culture.

In this episode, we are thrilled to have Kayla Lebovits, the CEO and Founder of Bundle, back on the show. Bundle is a personalized virtual solution that empowers organizations to invest in their employees' professional development, wellbeing, and engagement.

Together with Kayla, we will explore key factors that contribute to a thriving work culture, including fostering a sense of belonging, promoting work-life balance, recognizing and rewarding employees' efforts, and effectively measuring and assessing employee engagement.

Tune in for expert insights, practical tips, and inspiring ideas on how HR professionals and organizations can create an environment where employees feel valued, motivated, and excited to be Back to Work!

With the number of social media users expected to increase by almost eight percent in 2022, recruiting via social media continues to grow and is becoming one of the key drivers of talent acquisition. On this episode of Back to Work, Senior Business Development Manager at Yoh Michelle Sohl joins the podcast to explore the use of social media in the staffing space and share best practices for social recruiting. Michelle discusses the pros and cons of recruiting on social media, how to target posts to reach the desired candidate pool, and key trends shaping the future of talent acquisition. This podcast also features strategies on how to optimize social media for top talent acquisition.

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On this episode of Back to Work, LaTanya Wood El, Program Director for a non-profit in Glassboro NJ, discusses how businesses can create a welcoming work environment and how to implement policies eliminating negative and political talk in the workplace. LaTanya calls for managers to be open about current events and offers advice for those who may need to have some uncomfortable conversations with coworkers and superiors. 
 
To learn more about Yoh visit: https://www.yoh.com/ 
To learn more about LaTanya Wood El contact: [email protected]  

On this episode of Women at Work, our guest Michelle Sohl, Senior Business Development Manager at Yoh, gives background on her journey from working retail to becoming a sales leader at Yoh. The conversation progresses to the importance of women working in the technology industry and the unique challenges that come with being a woman in this traditionally male-dominated industry. Michelle talks about her hope that there will soon be societal changes around the stereotypical jobs that women are “supposed to have” and offers advice for young females entering the tech space.   
 
To learn more about Yoh visit: https://www.yoh.com/ 
To learn more about Michelle Sohl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-sohl/ 

Women make up a significant portion of the healthcare workforce, yet still remain underpaid and underrepresented in leadership roles when compared to men. Having a diverse group of healthcare workers can lead to better health outcomes, better patient care and a more equitable workplace overall.

Women have made significant contributions to scientific knowledge and understanding in a range of fields, including biology, genetics, and medicine just to name a few. And yet still women are underrepresented and often underpaid relative to their male counterparts in this field.  

While restructuring and layoffs are challenging and can certainly be disheartening, there are ways to bring everyone together and keep those remaining employees motivated and focused.