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In this conversation, Traci Chernoff and Yolanda Slan delve into the critical topic of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). Yolanda shares her personal journey and passion for DE&I, stemming from her experiences as a woman of color with a hidden disability. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding DE&I, the importance of understanding diversity in a global context, and the role of bias in hiring practices. 

Traci and Yolanda emphasize the need to view individuals as unique rather than as part of a group, clarifying the distinction between DE&I and affirmative action, and expanding the definition of DE&I to include various aspects of identity and experience. Their discussion explores the difference between equity and equality, using relatable analogies to illustrate their points. They also stress on the importance of advocating for oneself while also recognizing the meritocracy in hiring practices. 

This topic challenges the misconceptions surrounding DE&I initiatives and highlights the need for organizations to focus on genuine inclusivity rather than superficial quotas. Their dialogue is filled with humor and insight, making this episode both informative and enjoyable that you wouldn’t want to miss it. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to DE&I and Yolanda's Background

02:20 Personal Journey and Passion for DE&I

04:48 Understanding Diversity in Global Contexts

06:44 Misconceptions About DE&I in Business

10:48 The Role of Bias in DE&I

12:50 Clarifying DE&I vs. Affirmative Action

15:20 The Importance of Individuality in DE&I

17:19 Expanding the Definition of DE&I

18:27 Equity and Inclusion in Practice

26:11 Finding the Right Image for DEI Conversations

27:39 Understanding Equity vs. Equality

30:00 Different Modes of Transportation: The Equity Analogy

32:30 Mind Your Business: Advocating for Yourself

34:51 Meritocracy in the Workplace

37:50 Challenging DEI Practices for Improvement

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About Our Guest: 

Yolanda Slan is Televerde’s Chief People Officer. She is an experienced human resources and employment leader with a record of success building and enhancing HR programs in both the private and non-profit sectors. She is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and she has a deep understanding of talent management strategies which has enabled her to create a positive impact in all of her past positions.

Connect with Yolanda Slan here:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/televerde?goback=%2Ecps_1237136210503_1 

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/televerde 

• Blog: http://www.televerde.com/blog/ 

• Website: http://www.televerde.com/ 

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In this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources podcast, Traci Chernoff and Bryan Driscoll discuss recent updates in HR policies, focusing on independent contractor enforcement, employee classification, and the implications of automation and AI on the workforce. 

They explore the political fluctuations affecting HR regulations, the importance of understanding state laws, and the risks associated with misclassification. The conversation also highlights a recent SHRM data brief on automation displacement, emphasizing the need for upskilling and the potential biases in AI hiring practices. 

The episode concludes with a discussion on the legal responsibilities of employers in accommodating candidates and the necessity of regular audits of hiring tools.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Policy Pulse and Independent Contractor Enforcement

03:01 Understanding Employee Classification and Political Whiplash

05:49 Private Lawsuits and State Laws on Misclassification

09:13 Recommendations for HR on Classification and Compliance

12:07 SHRM Data Brief on Automation Displacement

14:55 Implications of Automation on Workforce and Upskilling

17:56 AI Bias and Discrimination in Hiring Practices

20:54 Legal Responsibilities and Accommodations in Hiring

24:00 Conclusion and Future Insights on Employment Law

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Connect with Bryan: 

• Website: https://bryanjdriscoll.com/ 

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanjohndriscoll/ 

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In this episode, Traci Chernoff speaks with Lizabeth Wesely-Casella about the importance of internal communications and operational excellence in organizations. They discuss the role of HR in facilitating these processes, the challenges of internal mobility, and the need for external support to streamline operations. 

Lizabeth emphasizes that operational excellence is about delivering better, faster, and cheaper services while ensuring employee engagement and satisfaction. The conversation also addresses common concerns about streamlining leading to job loss and how important it is to align company values with operational goals. 

This conversation then takes a deep dive into operational excellence within organizations, particularly focusing on the role of HR and internal communications. They explore how fostering a culture of collaboration and understanding workflows can lead to improved engagement and productivity. The discussion emphasizes the need for effective communication strategies, feedback mechanisms, and the significance of face-to-face interactions in enhancing organizational clarity and community.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Operational Excellence and Internal Communications

02:31 The Role of HR in Operational Excellence

06:38 Challenges in Internal Mobility and Engagement

09:55 Understanding Operational Excellence

11:56 The Importance of External Support

16:36 Addressing Concerns About Streamlining

21:44 Aligning Company Values with Operational Excellence

23:18 Fostering Operational Excellence Across Departments

25:03 The Role of HR in Operational Excellence

27:03 Understanding Workflow and Team Dynamics

29:52 The Importance of Communication in HR

31:56 Tailoring Internal Communications for Engagement

34:11 Creating a Feedback Mechanism for Effective Communication

36:58 The Power of Face-to-Face Communication

41:08 Building Community and Clarity in Business

We hope you enjoyed Better, Faster, Cheaper: Unlocking Operational Excellence with Lizabeth Wesely-Casella. If you found our discussion insightful, we'd like you to take a moment to rate our podcast. Your feedback helps us grow and reach more listeners who are passionate about these topics. You can also leave a review and tell us what you loved or what you'd like to hear more of - we're all ears!

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About Our Guest: 

Lizabeth Wesely-Casella is the Founder and CEO of L-12 Services Corp., a Washington DC-based firm specializing in operational excellence. As a strategic advisor, she focuses on internal communication, attrition mitigation, workflow management, process improvement, and culture.

Lizabeth helps businesses enhance internal operations by leveraging team knowledge to reduce attrition and attract top talent. Her team fosters alignment and engagement to boost innovation and collaboration.

A nationally recognized speaker, Lizabeth shares internal communications best practices across North America.

Connect with Lizabeth Wesely-Casella here:

• Website: https://l12services.com/ 

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizabeth-wesely-casella/ 

Access the CATs Tool Kit: https://l12services.com/bonus-tool-cats-tool-kit/ 

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In this episode, Traci Chernoff and Robert Glazer discuss the need to rethink traditional workplace practices, particularly the concept of Two Weeks Notice. They explore the emotional implications of resignations, the introduction of the Open Transition Program, and the importance of psychological safety in fostering open communication. The conversation highlights the cognitive dissonance leaders face when managing underperforming employees and the need for a cultural shift to support transparent discussions about career transitions. Glazer shares practical steps for implementing an Open Transition Program and emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of employee dissatisfaction.

Chapters

00:00 Rethinking Two Weeks Notice

02:22 The Problem with Traditional Notice Periods

06:12 Introducing the Open Transition Program

11:40 Cognitive Dissonance in Leadership

17:26 The Role of Psychological Safety

22:34 Overcoming Fear in Open Transitions

27:26 Implementing an Open Transition Program

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About Our Guest: 

Robert Glazer is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Acceleration Partners, a global partner marketing agency and the recipient of numerous industry and company culture awards, including Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Awards two years in a row. 

He is the author of the inspirational newsletter Friday Forward, and the #1 Wall Street Journal, USA Today and international bestselling author of five books: Elevate, Friday Forward, How To Thrive In The Virtual Workplace, Moving To Outcomes and Performance Partnerships.

He is a sought-after speaker by companies and organizations around the world and is the host of The Elevate Podcast.

Connect with Robert Glazer here:

• Website: https://robertglazer.com/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glazer/

• Facebook: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glazer/

• Tune in to Robert Glazer’s podcast Elevate with Robert Glazer 

• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevate-with-robert-glazer/id1454045560

• https://open.spotify.com/show/5NU35xvzRaDkOrUTUinIPF 

Connect with Traci here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠

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In this episode, Traci Chernoff takes you to a deeper exploration of the HR profession, addressing common misconceptions about HR roles and responsibilities. She also emphasizes the strategic impact HR can have on employee experiences, from recruitment to offboarding, and encourages listeners to understand the complexities and dualities of working in HR.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction 

07:05 Understanding HR: Misconceptions and Realities

30:26 The Impact of HR: Shaping Employee Experience

We hope you enjoyed this deep dive on Unpacking HR: Myths vs. Reality. If you found our discussion insightful, we'd like you to take a moment to rate our podcast. Your feedback helps us grow and reach more listeners who are passionate about these topics. You can also leave a review and tell us what you loved or what you'd like to hear more of - we're all ears!

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In this episode, Traci Chernoff talks with Jason P. Carroll, a leadership strategist and founder of Aptive Index, where they discuss the importance of psychometric assessments in hiring and team dynamics. They explore the challenges of hiring, the role of ego in leadership, and the significance of understanding different work preferences.

This conversation pinpoints the need for engagement and retention strategies, the pitfalls of using assessments, and the value of diversity in the workplace. Jason also shares insights on how to leverage assessments to create stronger teams and improve organizational outcomes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Strategy

03:03 The Importance of Psychometric Assessments

06:12 Hiring Challenges and Solutions

08:54 Team Dynamics and Collaboration

12:02 Understanding Different Work Preferences

15:05 The Role of Ego in Leadership

18:11 Engagement and Retention Strategies

21:00 Pitfalls of Using Assessments

24:00 Diversity and Inclusion in Hiring

27:06 Conclusion and Call to Action

We hope you enjoyed this deep dive on Leveraging Psychometric Assessments to Maximize Hiring and Retention. If you found our discussion insightful, we'd like you to take a moment to rate our podcast. Your feedback helps us grow and reach more listeners who are passionate about these topics. You can also leave a review and tell us what you loved or what you'd like to hear more of - we're all ears!

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About Our Guest: 

Jason P. Carroll is a leadership strategist and trusted advisor to businesses navigating growth and change. He’s the founder and CEO of Aptive Index, a company revolutionizing hiring and leadership practices with advanced psychometric assessments and strategic advisory services. Jason has guided leaders and organizations to achieve transformative results, including scaling Champion National Security from $24 million to $80 million. 

A Certified Executive Coach and Dare to Lead™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown, Jason is deeply committed to personal development and building inclusive, high-performing organizations. His work reflects a people-first approach, integrating innovative tools and compassionate leadership to align talent with organizational goals. 

Guided by core values of courage and generosity, Jason’s vision is to empower leaders to create workplaces where collaboration and resilience thrive.

Connect with Jason P. Carroll here:

• Website: https://jasonpcarroll.com/

• Follow Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonpcarroll/

• Tune in to Jason’s podcast Work Cultured 

• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/work-cultured/id1653494803

• https://open.spotify.com/show/0HeJOLtBHT0mqeQA7K7N8V 

Connect with Traci here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠

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In this episode of the Bringing the Human Back to Human resources podcast, Traci Chernoff and Bryan Driscoll discuss pressing topics affecting employers and employees in the U.S. They delve into heightened immigration enforcement, the implications of new tariffs on imported goods, and the broader economic impacts these changes have on businesses and their workforce. 

The conversation emphasizes the importance of compliance, legal support, and transparency in navigating these complex issues, while also looking ahead to pending legal cases that could shape the future of employment law.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Policy Pulse Segment

01:29 Heightened Immigration Enforcement and Its Impacts

12:01 Understanding New Tariffs and Their Economic Effects

21:29 The Human Impact of Economic Changes

31:41 Looking Ahead: Pending Legal Cases and Their Implications

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Connect with Traci here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠

Connect with Bryan: 

• ​Website: https://bryanjdriscoll.com/ 
• ​LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanjohndriscoll/ 

Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed.

In this episode, Traci Chernoff welcomes back Rameez Kaleem to discuss the critical topic of pay transparency.

Together, Traci and Rameez explore what pay transparency means, its importance in fostering trust within organizations, and the current trends in salary increases amidst inflation.

Rameez shares insights from the Global Salary Planning Report, where he highlights the challenges organizations face in maintaining pay equity and the necessity of establishing clear pay principles.

On top of that, they also delve into the gender pay gap and the significance of salary ranges in promoting fairness and transparency in compensation practices.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pay Transparency

02:56 Understanding Pay Transparency

06:02 Global Salary Trends and Inflation

09:02 The Role of Pay Transparency in Organizations

11:58 Establishing Pay Principles and Processes

15:00 Addressing Pay Equity and Gender Pay Gap

17:53 The Importance of Salary Ranges

20:53 Challenges in Pay Transparency

24:09 Conclusion and Resources

About Our Guest: 

Rameez Kaleem is the founder and managing director at 3R Strategy, an independent reward consultancy dedicated to helping organizations build a culture of trust through pay transparency.

He graduated in economics from University College in London and had various in-house reward consultancy roles before founding 3R Strategy.

3R Strategy supports organizations on their journey to pay transparency, covering rewards transparency, job evaluation and architecture, pay structure design, and equal pay.

Connect with Rameez Kaleem here:

• Website: https://3r-strategy.com/

• Follow Rameez on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/rameezkaleem 

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We hope you enjoyed this deep dive on Understanding Global Salary Trends. If you found our discussion insightful, we'd like you to take a moment to rate our podcast. Your feedback helps us grow and reach more listeners who are passionate about these topics. You can also leave a review and tell us what you loved or what you'd like to hear more of - we're all ears!

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In this episode, Traci Chernoff interviews Renee Marchak, a passionate advocate for transforming the employee experience and making work more human. They discuss Renee's career journey, her experiences in toxic work environments, and her commitment to creating inclusive and engaging workplaces.

The conversation also touches on the importance of leadership buy-in for employee engagement strategies and the significance of trust in the workplace. Traci Chernoff and Renee Marchak also discuss the critical role of trust and mutual ownership in the workplace. They emphasize the importance of engaging employees in decision-making processes and how data can be leveraged to demonstrate the value of HR as a strategic partner.

The discussion also highlights grassroots strategies for enhancing employee engagement and the impact of community support in fostering a positive workplace culture. Ultimately, they connect employee happiness to customer satisfaction, reinforcing the idea that prioritizing employees leads to better business outcomes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Renee Marchak

03:03 Renee's Career Journey and Passion for HR

06:05 Transforming Employee Experience and Engagement

09:07 The Impact of Layoffs and Starting a Business

11:46 Creating Community and Collaboration in HR

14:58 Pitfalls in Employee Engagement Strategies

1:30 Building Trust in the Workplace

24:20 The Importance of Mutual Ownership

25:45 Engaging Employees in Decision Making

27:50 The Role of Data in HR

29:33 HR as a Strategic Partner

32:09 Grassroots Strategies for Engagement

35:11 Making a Big Impact with Little Budget

38:10 The Power of Community and Support

41:29 Connecting Employee Happiness to Customer Satisfaction

We hope you enjoyed this deep dive on The Power of Mutual Ownership in Organizations! If you found our discussion insightful, we'd like you to take a moment to rate our podcast. Your feedback helps us grow and reach more listeners who are passionate about these topics. You can also leave a review and tell us what you loved or what you'd like to hear more of - we're all ears!

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Connect with Renee Marchak here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-marchak

https://www.facebook.com/renee.marchak

Connect with Traci here:

⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠

Visit our website: https://hrtraci.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed.

Joshua Berry returns to Traci Chernoff's podcast in this captivating episode, sharing interesting updates, including his most recent TED Talk. The discussion explores the value of language in HR, the effects of AI in the workplace, and methods for preserving a human-centered approach in a world that is becoming more and more digital. Joshua highlights the value of deliberate word choice and the possibility of using AI to strengthen rather than replace human connection. With helpful guidance for HR professionals on negotiating the changing nature of work, the episode comes to a close.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back

02:15 Joshua's TED Talk Journey

05:12 The Power of Words in HR

10:17 AI and Its Impact on Human Resources

15:14 Navigating AI in the Workplace

22:25 Strategies for Humanizing AI Use

30:04 Conclusion and Future Insights

Connect with Joshua Berry here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshberrygphr/

econic.co and joshuaberry.com.
econic.co/joshua

Watch his Tedx Talk here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ex5VqZ9Vjss⁠

We hope you enjoyed this deep dive into Bringing Humanity Back to Human Resources! If you found our discussion insightful, we'd like you to take a moment to rate our podcast. Your feedback helps us grow and reach more listeners who are passionate about these topics. You can also leave a review and tell us what you loved or what you'd like to hear more of - we're all ears!

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Connect with Traci here:https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠ 

Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HRTraci.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

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