HR Like a Boss

HR Like a Boss

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HR Like a Boss episodes

  • 87. HR Like a Boss with Dr. Sue Haywood

    Do you recognize your employee's differences in generational values? On today's episode of HR Like a Boss we're excited to be joined by Dr. Sue Haywood! On the podcast she discusses generational differences and how HR can help deliver work environments that employees are looking for, HR's purpose to translate between management and employees, and so much more!

    About Sue

    Dr. Sue Haywood is the Director, HR Practice and Head People Officer with Business Sherpa Group and an Assistant Professor at the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University. Sue’s career includes service with the Canadian Armed Forces and HR roles within healthcare, municipal government, Fortune 500 companies, and Crown Corporations. Her experience and knowledge of the HR considerations enable her to provide strategic advice to private and public sectors, unionized and non-unionized workplaces, and large and small organizations. She serves on the HRPA board of directors, volunteers with Great Dane rescue and is the proud mom of a Kindergartener.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].


    15 min
  • 86. HR Like a Boss with Gary Szelagowski

    We're so excited to have Gary Szelagowski join this episode of HR Like a Boss! During his interview, Gary shares his vast knowledge of HR, including why it's important for HR pros to understand how their business makes money, how employers can be strategic during this "Great Resignation," and so much more!

    About Gary

    Gary is a seasoned HR professional with extensive leadership experience. He has delivered game-changing results as a subject matter expert, as well as in generalist roles supporting business line clients.
    Over the course of his career, Gary held senior human resource positions with The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, PNC Financial Services and National City Corporation. He also served in technology and sales management roles at other Fortune 500 organizations. Gary is committed to helping individuals and organizations achieve their potential and enjoy the fulfillment that comes with that achievement. Gary has deep roots in the financial services sector, assisting professionals across a wide range of disciplines.
    His experience includes sales, information technology, and human resources, from the front line to executive leadership, and provides the basis for relating to a wide range of working professionals. He is skilled in business management, strategic planning, team development, leadership training, and employee engagement. His most recent role is as a Founding Associate at Q3 Talent Solutions, an independent consulting practice established when Gary retired from corporate life.
    Q3 Talent Solutions is focused on partnering with clients to add value and have some fun in the process. Gary also supports the broader community by sharing time and resources with charities that are important to him. Paramount among those is Project White Butterfly (PWB), where he serves as Board Chair. PWB works to help those struggling with Substance Use Disorder find their path to recovery.
    Gary earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from John Carroll University. He is a long-time member of Society for Human Resource Management and HR Leadership Group of Northeast Ohio (Marketing Committee). He is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources by the HR Certification Institute.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    28 min
  • 85. HR Like a Boss with Heenle Turner

    This episode of HR Like a Boss features Heenle Turner, HR consultant and expert on recruiting and retaining talent. Hear her explain her expertise in attracting 5-star employees, discuss the advantages of utilizing skills tests in the hiring process, and why networking is vital in the HR space.

    About Heenle

    Heenle is a certified HR Professional with a passion for helping businesses succeed. Heenle has provided HR consulting services to more than 200 businesses varying in size and industry. Heenle's experience in sales, customer service and people management has uniquely positioned her to partner with entrepreneurs and business leaders to recruit and retain a team of their own five-star employees.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    19 min
  • 84. HR Like a Boss with Patti Stumpp

    On today's episode of HR Like a Boss we're traveling back to 2021, the early stages of the podcast. Sometimes things get lost in production, but we're so excited to finally show you this unaired episode of HR Like a Boss with Patti Stumpp! In their discussion, Patti explains how HR is the central nervous system of the business, how to make an impact, the importance of having authority, and so much more!

    About Patti

    Patti is a trusted advisor and executive team partner who crafts and delivers human resource strategies that support business goals and drive performance through effective management of talent and employee engagement.
    Patti began her career selling people solutions at Kelly Services and over the next 25 plus years, built a reputation as a business-oriented and global Human Resources executive in manufacturing and healthcare.  She became the Chief Human Resource Officer at OhioGuidestone, the leading provider of behavioral healthcare in the state, in 2018.
    She graduated from The University of Toledo with a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, and continued her education there, earning her Masters of Business Administration.
    In 2003, Patti completed the Leadership Lorain County development course. In 2010, Patti was awarded the Crain’s Cleveland Business Archer Award for Innovation in Human Resources.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    20 min
  • 83. HR Like a Boss with LaToya Smith

    On this episode of HR Like a Boss we're so excited to be joined by LaToya Smith, the Vice President, Talent Acquisition at Fifth Third Bank. Hear LaToya share her vast knowledge and experience in talent acquisition and recruiting, as well as explain how HR can change the negative narrative they're given.

    About LaToya

    LaToya has been a valuable team member of Fifth Third Bank for 23 years. She is responsible for attracting, acquiring, and advancing top diverse talent through her leadership of a dynamic team of Talent Acquisition Consultants for the Bancorp.
    LaToya is actively involved in the community with multiple organizations including EL Barrio Job Readiness Program, Dress for Success and Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.) LaToya is a true philanthropist and is a founding member of a Giving Circle, “Our Hope, Our Future.” She has been recognized and earned numerous awards for professional development including Kaleidoscope Magazine’s Forty/Forty Club, Cleveland Bridge Builders, Women of Color Foundation’s Stephanie Tubbs Jones Courage Award, CSU LINK Distinguished Alumni, The Girl Scouts of N.E. Ohio Women of Distinction, NAACP Unsung Hero Community Award, the Ohio Diversity Council 2022 Woman of the Year and Crain’s 2022 HR Employee Advocacy, Public Award. Additionally, LaToya serves on many boards including The United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland, Bessie’s Angel’s, Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing FSS, DNA Rising and Cuyahoga County Workforce.
    LaToya has also served as a Volunteer Chair for a large traveling exhibit project called, “The Soul of Philanthropy.”  She is member of Delta Sigma Theta and Eta Phi Beta Sororities. Additionally, she is an Intimacy/Life Coach and the Founder of Eros Heart, LLC.  She has also served as an Adjunct Professor at Cuyahoga Community College and Cleveland State University. She is a lifelong Clevelander along with her husband Brandon and their two children, Bryce and Brielle.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    23 min
  • 82. HR Like a Boss with Deb Calvert

    On this episode of HR Like a Boss we're joined by Deb Calvert! Deb is the president of People First Productivity Solutions and founder of People First Leadership Academy. During her interview, she discusses how to improve employee engagement, why there should be a change in how we evaluate employees, and why developing leadership is so important.

    About Deb

    Deb Calvert, president of People First Productivity Solutions and founder of People First Leadership Academy, is an ICF-Certified Executive Coach and Certified Master of The Leadership Challenge®. Previously, Deb was an HR Director with a Fortune 500 company. She works with clients to build organizational effectiveness by developing leaders, improving team cohesiveness, and strengthening soft skills. Deb has been recognized as “One of the 65 Most Influential Women in Business” by Treeline.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    16 min
  • 81. HR Like a Boss with Lisa Collings

    We are joined by Lisa Collings on this episode of HR Like a Boss! With a background in organizational psychology and years of HR experience in various industries, Lisa shares her extensive knowledge on all things Human Resources. Hear her explain the importance of understanding your business, caring for your employees, and why culture is so important on this episode of HR Like a Boss.

    About Lisa

    I have a passion for helping companies achieve their business goals through human performance. Leveraging my background in organizational psychology, my specialties are in human resources, strategic business partnering, talent management and acquisition, leadership and organization development, executive coaching, and M&A culture integration. I have worked in various industries over the last thirty years, both as an internal HR leader and an external consultant. I have spent the last six years in HR leadership roles at Satellite Healthcare, most recently as the SVP of People & Culture.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    24 min
  • 80. HR Like a Boss with Tina Marie Wohlfield

    Do you embrace curiosity in the workplace? On this episode of HR Like a Boss, we are excited to be joined by Tina Marie Wohlfield! With over 25 years of experience in the Human Resources profession, Tina Marie shares her expertise on all things HR. She discusses the importance of being curious, how HR can drive results for their business, and so much more!

    About Tina Marie

    Tina Marie Wohlfield is the founder and Chief People Strategist at TIMAWO (pronounced tee-ma-woe). She is a passionate champion of Human Resources, Leadership, and Talent Management with over 25 years of experience in the Human Resources profession.
    Tina Marie is an active member of the HR community and a dedicated advocate for advancing the HR profession through collaboration, partnerships, and mentorship. In 2018 she co-founded HRUnite! a professional networking and advocacy community to support HR professionals. Her first book, STOP Collaborate and LISTEN – Developing Impactful HR Partnerships Through Collaboration is available through LuLu Publishing.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    19 min
  • 79. HR Like a Boss with Julie Doyle

    HR Like a Boss is back, and we are so happy to have Julie Doyle join our first episode of the year! Hear Julie discuss the importance of making an impact, how to face HR's negative perception, how the workplace is changing, and so much more.

    About Julie

    Julie Doyle, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Senior Consultant, HRC Consulting Services, Ohio SHRM Past State Council Director,  [email protected], 513-378-4380, www.hrc.com, LinkedIn: linkedin.com/jstephensdoyle, Twitter: @HRJAS.
    Julie Doyle has devoted her career to elevating the human resources function in organizations. She has held the senior HR leadership role with organizations in many different industries. Her proven track record of driving business results through great human resources processes, leading culture change, solving complex business challenges with the senior leaders and developing high-performing teams is appreciated by HRC clients.
    Julie’s passion to elevate the human resources profession is evident by her volunteer roles leading local and state-level SHRM groups. She has served as the President of Greater Cincinnati HR Association, 2018 Ohio HR Conference Chair, Ohio SHRM State Council Director, and is currently serving as the Ohio SHRM Past State Council Director.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    30 min
  • SPECIAL EPISODE: HR Like a Boss with John Bernatovicz

    On this very special episode of HR Like a Boss, we're flipping the script! This week's host, Bridgette Klein, asks the interviewer turned interviewee, John Bernatovicz, some of his most frequently asked questions on his very own podcast. He also describes how HR Like a Boss came to be and recalls some of his favorite moments from the podcast. Stay tuned till the end for an extra special announcement about the progress of the HR Like a Boss book!

    Book pre-order information: https://johnbernatovicz.com/book-coming-soon/

    About John

    As the president and founder of Willory, John focuses on transforming organizations to meet their full potential. Prior to Willory, John began his career at ADP where he qualified for seven President’s Clubs, a premiere award for top-performing employees, and was a partner at a boutique staffing firm. Over the last 15 years, he has started or been an owner of six business ventures. John’s latest project, HR Like a Boss, a book releasing in 2023 and a multimedia chat series, delves into how HR professionals can become amazingly awesome and make a demonstrated impact within their role. John has focused his working career on understanding the needs of his clients, candidates, and partners.

    About HR Like a Boss

    HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with [email protected].

    41 min

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