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In today's episode, Dawn discusses the unique qualities women bring to leadership roles, such as empathy, multitasking, communication skills, intuition, entrepreneurship, and resilience. She highlights how studies show that women tend to excel in these areas, contributing to the success of teams and the importance of women supporting other women and encouraging female leadership development and mentorship.

The episode is not to bash men, but a good listen if you're building a team yourself, and you happen to be male listening to this podcast, you can think about some of these qualities that women bring to your team! 

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In this episode, Dawn gives 5 Do's and Dont's along with her insights, advice, and guidance for those interested in or currently navigating a career in HR. She covers the evolving nature of HR roles, essential skills, and practical steps to enter or progress within the field. It emphasizes the importance of self-reinvention and continuous learning, regardless of one's career stage or current industry. This is also applicable to various other fields, so don't put yourself in a box!

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In today's episode, I dive into the fascinating topic of setting and achieving micro goals for maximum performance and productivity with Conor Cunneen. He shares his CHAPS formula and how it can help individuals and teams reach their full potential with a smile. Conor and I had a great time discussing the power of micro goals and how they can make a significant difference in both personal and professional life.

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In this episode, Dawn talks about questions that aim to prompt meaningful conversations between managers and employees to foster engagement and understanding within the workplace. Dawn goes through several example questions, and provides insights on their potential impact and how they could reveal important feedback and personal employee experiences. 

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Dawn and Katie continue their conversation about generational dynamics in the workforce and discusses the importance of understanding traditionalist employees and ensuring that their government benefits are not impacted. They also highlights the value of part-time positions in providing workplace flexibility and catering to individuals who prefer fewer hours without the need for benefits.

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Dawn and Katie will have you laughing and possibly cringing in this episode as they crack jokes and discuss the 5 different generations that are currently in the workforce together. If you feel like you’re working with your grandma, it’s because you are. With such a diverse work culture it’s important to take a look at each one, gain some insights, and learn what makes them tick.

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In this episode, Dawn discusses the topic of managing up, which involves managing your own manager. Dawn provides five tips on how to navigate this often unspoken aspect of the workplace. The tips include understanding your boss's preferences and work style, effective and proactive communication, building a trusted relationship, anticipating your manager's needs, and being a problem solver. It's time to truly learn the importance of these strategies in creating a mutually beneficial working relationship.

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In today's episode, Dawn interviews Rebecca Hartwig, an HR professional and owner of a staffing agency named Hartwig Staffing. They chat about all nuances of HR practices, including recruitment processes, the candidate experience, and effective onboarding. We also dive into the importance of understanding team culture and skill gaps when hiring new staff and share insights on the challenges in the recruitment industry. 

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In this episode, Dawn talks about the importance of communication, consistent policy application, employee development, feedback and improvement, recognition and appreciation, timely handling of performance issues, promoting diversity and inclusion, compliance with employment laws, and understanding the role of HR in an organization.

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In this episode, Dawn discusses the topic of ageism in the workplace. She shares personal experiences, statistics, and examples of age discrimination, as well as providing tips on how individuals can combat ageism and how companies can create an inclusive work environment.

Mentioned in this episode:
Navigating Ageism in the Workplace

Department of Labor

10 things you should know about age discrimination

What is age discrimination in the workplace? Examples and FAQ's

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