When a key part of your team leaves, there is a responsibility for the manager to make sure every one has a smooth transition. Listen in on this discussion as our panelists find solutions to these problems as they talk about what the impact has when someone leaves.


Samantha C Naes - CN Video Production (corporate video production)
Sally Bowles - Prefix Technologies (IT Solutions)
Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Processes)
Victoria Wors - Wors Consulting (HR Services)

Most businesses and industries benefit from employees continuing education on their skill. The employee becomes more valuable to the company, and maybe become more loyal. In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons to the individual and the business, some of the best methods for continuing education, and how to make it happen.   And of course, a horror story!

Find out by being a super fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Sally Bowles - Prefix Technologies (Information Technology)
Joel Emery - Ignite Strategies (Sales Systems)

How much control do your employees have over their own success, and the success of your organization? How much should they have? What are some of the best ways to empower employees to be their best, so you can be your best?

Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Rick Shore - Legal Shield (Business Solutions)
Mad Underhill - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Tara Gregor - Breakwell (Workplace Wellbeing)

We've talked about on-boarding, everyone has talked about on-boarding... but what about department on-boarding? How do businesses help employees transition not only into the company, but the specific group they'll be working with. What are some of the best ways to help employees understand the role of their department and how it fits into the grand scheme of things?

Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Sally Bowles - Prefix Technologies (IT Firm for Small to Medium Sized Businesses)
Natalie Meyer - Meyer Group (Employee Benefits)
Victoria Wors - Wors Consulting (Human Resources)

Communication is essential for an organization to be successful. What are some ways that managers can help communication flow efficiently within an organization? How can miscommunication be avoided? How important is it that information gets shared with employees?

Found out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Les Landes - Landes & Associates (Employee Engagement and Marketing Communications)

Everyone hates deadlines, but it's the reality of the job. What do you do when your department doesn't meet them? Push back the deadlines? Work overtime? How important is it that deadlines are met? And are there easier ways to meet them?

Find out, by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Mary Kutheis - MCK Coaching and Training (Business Coaching and Confidante)
Rick Shore - Legal Shield (Business Solutions)
Tara Gregor - BreakWell (Workplace Wellbeing)
Mad Underhill - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)

Achieving goals in an organization requires having the right team. However, finding the right person to fill the missing link can be difficult. What are some best practices for attracting the right employees? How can you make your organization a place that qualified and skilled individuals would want to be a part of? What do employees look for in a job?

Find out, by being a super fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Art Snarzyk III - Interview Advisors (Hiring and Team Development)

Drama, drama, drama... We'd like a drama-free work environment, but it keeps happening. Gossiping, conversations about instead of with co-workers, personal issues... Let's talk about why it happens, and how to reduce the drama for a more calm (and trusting) work environment.

Find out by being a super fly on the wall during this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Mary Kutheis - MCK Coaching and Training (Business Coaching and Confidante)
Katie Magoon - People's Solution Center (HR Consulting)

Technology has made it easier to apply for employment, but has YOUR process improved? What's the employee experience? How easy (or difficult) is the process for management?

Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes – CN Video Production – Corporate Video Production
Mary Kutheis – MCK Coaching - Business Coach and Confidante
Katie Magoon – People Solutions Center - HR Consulting Firm

In this episode, we discuss how emotional well being (personal baggage and stress) can affect performance at work. What's the difference between presenteeism and absenteeism? How effective are EAP Programs? Can taking the time to understand emotional wellness improve work environment.and employee satisfaction?

Find out, by being a fly on the wall in this podcast discussion with:

Samantha Naes - CN Video Production (Corporate Video Production)
Tara Gregor - BreakWell (Workplace Wellbeing)
Rick Shore - Legal Shield (Business Solutions)
Rod McCann – McCann Consulting (Pharmacy Benefit Management)
Victoria Wors – Wors Consulting (HR Consultant)