The HR L&D Podcast

In these Bite-sized episodes of the HR L&D Podcast, I select my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from Episode 66, where I speak with Kevin Campbell, an Employee Experience Scientist at Qualtrics, and the founder of Lifted Leadership, LLC. In this clip, Kevin talks about embedding manager development into performance review conversations. 

Listen to the full episode here: https://jgarecruitment.com/hr_ld_podcast_kevin-campbell-66/

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Paul McGregor, Mental Health Speaker & Founder of Everymind at Work!

Everymind at Work was a business that started for Paul as an idea on a notepad, driven by personal loss. It has now become a mental well-being partner supporting 100s of organisations in their fight against mental health stigma.

Paul wants to create change as a son, brother, husband, and dad to three boys.

Paul is also the author of "Man Up, Man Down". Paul’s mission is to make a difference to just ONE person at a time. That's all that matters.

1. What do the words human resources mean to you?
2. What has been your experience of suicide?
3. Tell us about your journey of recovery.
4. Could you share the journey that led you to become a mental well-being expert?
5. Suicide is currently the biggest killer of men under 45 in the UK – why is this?
6. Your biggest threat to your life is you – why?
7. What is Everymind At Work?
8. Why is a proactive, blended approach to mental health critical for success?
9. Tell us about your book "Man Up Man Down".
10. What is the mental health question we often forget to ask?
11. What actions can an HR leader take to improve workplace mental health initiatives?

Links highlighted in this “Everymind at Work: Tackling Mental Health in the Workplace” episode are included below:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmcgregorcom/
• Website: https://everymindatwork.com/
• Book: Man Up Man Down: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Man-Up-Down-Standing-Inspirational/dp/1912478463
• Email: [email protected]
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast – LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Remember, If you have an HR vacancy that could benefit from specialist HR search expertise to enable you to locate the best HR talent available, please contact me, Nick Day! I would love to help show you what a great recruitment experience feels like! You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377

www.jgarecruitment.com

Thanks for listening – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast soon!

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Rameez Kaleem, founder and director of 3R Strategy and author of the best-selling book, A Case of the Mondays.

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Rameez Kaleem, founder and director of 3R Strategy and author of the best-selling book, A Case of the Mondays.

Rameez has worked in reward for 20 years, both in-house and as a consultant, and he possesses a wealth of experience in job architecture design, bonus/sales incentives, pay structures, and equal pay.

In 2015, he founded 3R Strategy to help more organisations build a culture of trust through pay transparency - a topic of increasing conversation within payroll and HR circles.

California has just written pay transparency into law, and the cost-of-living crisis encourages more open discussions about pay, pay-rises and what peers earn.

Rameez spends his time supporting organisations with pay rewards transparency, job evaluation and architecture, pay structure design and equal pay. So, if you are keen to learn more about what pay transparency is (and isn’t) to understand how we can build a workplace culture of trust, then you are in the right place!

1. What do the words Human Resources mean to you?
2. The term ‘pay transparency’ is often misunderstood as simply the act of publishing salaries. Can you tell us more?
3. In your new book, you provide a roadmap for how pay transparency can help build trust in the workplace – could you tell us about this?
4. Could you tell us about 3R Strategy and the work or projects you are typically involved in?
5. How would you recommend HR professionals approach identifying pay discrimination?
6. How has Pay benchmarking been impacted by the new world of remote working we now find ourselves in?
7. Why do you believe it is essential that employers should always publish salary bands?
8. Why do you think it is essential that hiring managers stop asking for current salary information during the interview process?
9. So, the big question for people is how can we build a workplace culture of trust – what would you say to that?
10. How does the area of performance management link to pay and performance?
11. For employers who wish to improve employee satisfaction but are unable to improve employee salaries right now, what would you say to them?

Links highlighted in this “Pay Transparency in the Workplace” episode are included below:

• Website: https://3r-strategy.com/
• LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/rameezkaleem/
• Amazon Book: A Case of the Mondays
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast - LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Remember, If you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this podcast and you have an #HRvacancy that you would love some specialist #humanresources #hragency support with, please contact me, Nick Day!  I would love to help show you what a great #HRRecruitment experience feels like!  You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377

www.jgarecruitment.com

Thanks for listening, folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast soon!

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by VP of People and Culture at Workramp, Meredith Fish!

Meredith possesses over 19 years of experience identifying & developing potential, and she has learned several valuable lessons during this time. Still, one stands out: companies need to be more human!

Hence, Meredith believes in weaving empowerment, belonging, and engagement in every fibre of the employee experience. It’s this vision of a workforce that makes her role as VP of People and Culture at WorkRamp so exciting, as she has the opportunity to help other organizations unlock the infinite power of lifelong learning and leading with the heart.

Meredith has grown teams from 130 employees to over 2,000, and this experience has provided her with many insights into the importance of employee experience – especially from the perspective of HR.

Meredith says she has seen the rationale of "I want to work in HR because I like people" end in a lot of disappointment and burn-out because it sets up the HR practitioner to be disappointed by the reality that not all people in the workplace are likeable, or worse, they have a deep need for everyone to like them.

So today, on the HR L&D Podcast, Meredith shares how going into HR for the wrong reasons can limit performance and keep the field of people development locked in the past – and, therefore why going into HR for the right reasons can make all the difference!

1. What do the words Human Resources mean to you?
2. You say that if you love people, then HR may not be for you. What do you mean by this?
3. What are the consequences of people going into HR “for the wrong reasons?”
4. How would you describe the perfect person for a career in HR?
5. What special skills do people working in HR bring to the table?
6. Can you tell us more about Workramp?
7. How have common L&D practices changed?
8. What are you most excited about regarding the progression of the HR field?
9. How can HR leaders use L&D to help ensure people never stop learning and growing?
10. Successful L&D requires continuous learning with others, but why?

Links highlighted in this “If you love People, HR may not be for you” episode are included below:

• Enjoyed the episode? Click here!
• Website: https://www.workramp.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithfish/
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast - LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Remember, If you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this podcast and you have an #HRvacancy that you would love some specialist #humanresources #hragency support with, please get in touch with me, Nick Day!  I would love to help show you what a great #HRRecruitment experience feels like!  You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377

www.jgarecruitment.com

Thanks for listening, folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast soon!

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast sofa by Lesley Cooper who is a management consultant with over 25 years of experience in the design and delivery of all elements of employee wellbeing management programs.

In 1997 Lesley founded WorkingWell, an award-winning specialist consultancy that helps companies to manage workplace pressure in a way that facilitates growth and development. WorkingWell was shortlisted for “Best Wellbeing Service Provider” at the Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards 2021.

She is co-author with the late Dr. Stephen Williams of “Dangerous Waters – Strategies for Improving Wellbeing at Work”, published by John Wiley & Sons, and “Managing Workplace Stress – a best practice blueprint” published by CBI Books.

Now with Global competitive pressures resulting in employees and leaders being put under more pressure than ever to perform, it means that Social, domestic, and economic responsibilities are placing growing and conflicting demands on limited time!  In this episode, Nick discusses Wellbeing and Performance with Lesley, and in particular, we explore the concept that everyone is a stakeholder in more detail.

1. What do the words Human Resources mean to you?
2. Success is visible, but the impact behind success is often invisible. What impact is this pressure having on wellbeing?
3. How and why does employee wellbeing influence employee performance?
4. Is managing wellbeing the job of HR?
5. What is the role of the employee in managing their own wellbeing – shouldn’t the company be doing that?
6. How does manager behaviour influence wellbeing outcomes? What responsibilities do they have?
7. Accessibility of support is an issue in current employee wellbeing but how can organisations address this?
8. Has health moved from a welfare issue to a wealth issue?
9. Tell us more about your book ‘Dangerous Waters’
10. What are the threats that exist within these Dangerous Waters?
11. What are the commercial benefits of improving employee wellbeing?
12. Tell us about your book, ‘Managing Workplace Stress’?
13. What are your top 5 workable solutions for managing stress at work?
14. How do you manage your own stress?

Links highlighted in this “Is Managing Wellbeing the Job of HR?” episode are included below:

• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesley-cooper-5536302/
• Website: https://www.workingwell.co.uk
• Book: Dangerous Waters – Strategies for Improving Wellbeing at Work
• Book: Managing Workplace Stress – a best practice blueprint
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast - LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Of course, if you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this podcast and you have an HR-related vacancy that you would love some specialist human resources recruitment support – please also get in touch with me, Nick Day!  I would love to help show you what a great #HRRecruitment experience feels like!  You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377

www.jgarecruitment.com

Thanks for listening, folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast soon!

In the episode, Nick Day is joined for this International Women’s Day special episode of The HR L&D Podcast by Burcin Ressamoglu, CEO at Sodexo Engage. Burcin is highly passionate about breaking down barriers and paving the way for women in business!

As the leader of Sodexo Engage, Burcin is a strong advocate of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. She is a steering member of the Sodexo Global Gender Equality Advisory Board – #SoTogether, where she actively leads the gender equality policies of Sodexo.

Some months ago, she stood up against board members and demanded action against the gender imbalance of the C-Suite. Now Burcin wants to share her story to help raise awareness of the benefits of a gender-balanced, visionary approach to leadership.

Burcin is not afraid to shatter glass ceilings and has become a vocal advocate for supporting women to achieve their full potential in the workplace.

International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 as a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence & abuse against women.

1. What do the words human resources mean to you?
2. Tell us a little about your journey as a female to become CEO.
3. Why are you passionate about celebrating and bringing awareness to International Women's Day?
4. What happened when you challenged diversity and gender imbalances in the C-Suite?
5. Why is it important we encourage young women's empowerment for gender equality?
6. What key insights have you learned during your career to date?
7. Why is it vital to strive for diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
8. What initiatives have you taken to ensure women are represented in leadership positions?
9. What are the unique benefits of having more women in leadership positions?
10. What advice would you give to women looking to break into the C-suite?
11. What strategies have you implemented to ensure that women's voices and perspectives, regardless of role or seniority, are heard and respected?
12. How have you seen the role of women in the workplace evolve?
13. What challenges do you think to persist in the workplace?
14. What advice would you give for creating meaningful and lasting change for women?

Links highlighted in this “Paving the Way for Women in Business & Celebrating IWD 2023” episode are included below:

• Website: https://www.sodexoengage.com/
• Burcin Ressamoglu LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burcin-ressamoglu-ab37664/
• IWD social media package: https://trello.com/b/logUe0oc/iwd2023
• Sodexo Engage's new research report: https://www.sodexoengage.com/mountain-of-lost-benefits
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast – LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Remember, If you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this podcast and you have an #HRvacancy that you would love some specialist #humanresources #hragency support with, please contact me, Nick Day! I would love to help show you what a great #HRRecruitment experience feels like! You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377

www.jgarecruitment.com

Thanks for listening, folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast soon!

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Jacqui Barrett, co-founder of Wider Thinking and an award-nominated Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Specialist and Keynote speaker to celebrate and discuss EDI concerning International Women's Day.

Jacqui previously spent 15 years working in television for the BBC before taking an extended career break when she had children because her mum was diagnosed with Young Onset Alzheimers (she was 60).

What emerged from this experience was the realisation that Jacqui knew she wanted to speak about the topics she was passionate about – such issues as sustainability, female empowerment, financial inclusion, equality and unmuted cultures. It led Jacqui to create Wider Thinking. An equity diversity and inclusion programme that enables organisations to scale EDI awareness to all people, not just senior leadership.

The platform is focused on helping people understand themselves and others, equipping everyone with skills and sensitivity to navigate the workplace, and allowing everyone to contribute.

As someone who has implemented the Wider Thinking platform into my business at JGA HR Recruitment, I invited Jacqui to join me today to talk about why it is so important that we all embrace equality for International Women's Day.

International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 as a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence & abuse against women.

1. What do the words human resources mean to you?
2. Why is International Women's Day so important to you?
3. What is the difference between equality and equity?
4. Can you give real-world examples of equity?
5. Can you give workplace examples of equity?
6. What can we all do more of?
7. What is EDI measurement, and why is it important?
8. What will you be doing on 8th March in celebration of International Women's Day?
9. Can you tell us more about Wider Thinking?

Links highlighted in this “Embrace Equity for International Women’s Day” episode are included below:

• Website: https://widerthinking.com/
• Jacqui Barret LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquibarrettwiderthinking/
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast – LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Remember, If you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this podcast and you have an #HRvacancy that you would love some specialist #humanresources #hragency support with, please contact me, Nick Day! I would love to help show you what a great #HRRecruitment experience feels like! You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377

www.jgarecruitment.com

Thanks for listening, folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast soon!

This episode was recorded for World Hearing Day 2023, an annual global advocacy event for raising awareness regarding hearing loss, promoting ear and hearing care, and calling for action to address hearing loss and related issues. Each year, this event is celebrated on 3 March.

For those who are hard of hearing, please Click here to read the transcript of this episode.

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Nicole Behne, who creates inclusive workplace solutions for people who are hard of hearing (HOH).

NIcole's work transforms an invisible challenge negatively impacting 12% of America’s workforce into environments where employees are more engaged, included and productive.

Studies prove hearing loss can often cause reduced productivity due to depression, social isolation, and listening fatigue in the workplace. As a Fortune 300 marketing executive with significant hearing loss, Nicole has learned to adapt to challenging situations in many workplace environments. From board rooms to manufacturing floors, Nicole has learned to utilise technology, spatial awareness and education to help her peer group achieve best practices when engaging HOH employees.

Nicole is passionate about advocating for and providing practical solutions to business professionals with hearing loss disabilities. Each space and situation presents a unique opportunity to find efficient and effective ways to navigate the hurdles affecting hearing loss individuals.

With World Hearing Day on 3rd March, Nicole is leading the charge to ensure everyone is “heard.” She has launched Hearing Inclusion to help DEI leaders and HR teams conduct environmental assessments, develop customized action plans, and produce individualized coaching programs.

1. What do the words human resources mean to you?
2. What does hearing loss sounds like?
3. How hard is it to navigate the business world with hearing loss?
4. What can companies do to support equity and inclusion for deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals?
5. What successful and practical strategies have companies implemented to improve inclusion for deaf or hard-of-hearing employees?
6. Why is disability often overlooked as a form of diversity?
7. How can leaders create a ripple effect of awareness regarding those with a hearing disability?
8. What is your "Hearing Inclusion Initiative" and how can the business help DEI leaders and HR teams?
9. What is the auditory-related question concerning hearing inclusion that I haven't asked?

Links highlighted in this “World Hearing Day” episode are included below:

• Click here to read the transcript of this episode.
• Website: https://www.hearinginclusion.com/
• Nicole Behne LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-behne-7544475/
• Nicole Behne's Email: [email protected]
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast – LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Remember, If you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this podcast and you have an #HRvacancy that you would love some specialist #humanresources #hragency support with, please get in touch with me, Nick Day! I would love to help show you what a great #HRRecruitment experience feels like! You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377

www.jgarecruitment.com

Thanks for listening, folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast soon!

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Petra Velzeboer, qualified Psychotherapist, Global Keynote & TedX Speaker, and CEO of PVL!

Petra is also a renowned mental health advocate.

Petra’s expertise and passion stem from her own personal experience battling mental illness and struggling with cultural and circumstantial challenges. After being raised in a religious cult without access to formal education, her story and climb from rock bottom have inspired thousands to better understand how to improve mental health for themselves and others.

She earned her MSc in Psychodynamics of Human Development in 2012 and became an ORSC & CTI Certified Coach.

Petra has battled mental illness, including addiction and depression, and even contemplated taking her own life.

At this junction, Petra challenged herself to a year of intentional living, which began her journey of self-improvement and mental health accountability.

Petra now works to help organisations to create supportive, pre-emptive, and sustainable cultures that improve mental health for everyone in a proactive rather than a reactive process.

1. What do the words “human resources” mean to you?
2. Tell us about your backstory and what led you to where you are today.
3. Why is a mental health strategy more essential now than ever
4. What should a mental health strategy include?
5. How can organisations tackle well-being and mental health in a positive light?
6. What data can be useful from an HR, wellness or mental health strategy perspective?
7. Many well-being initiatives fail, but why is this?
8. Why do ‘tick box’ programmes fail, and how can a more proactive approach succeed?
9. What are the proven initiatives you have seen that have been particularly effective?
10. What should HR leaders consider including in their own well-being roadmaps?
11. What ROI should HR directors manage when implementing well-being strategies?
12. Can HR professionals do more to create well-being champions and allies?
13. How can we build momentum to keep mental health on the agenda?
14. How can we get more buy-in from the C-Suite?

Links highlighted in this “A Strategic Approach to Mental Health at Work” episode are included below:

• Website: petravelzeboer.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petra-velzeboer
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petra.velzeboer
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast - LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Remember, If you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this podcast and you have an #HRvacancy that you would love some specialist #humanresources #hragency support with, please get in touch with me, Nick Day!  I would love to help show you what a great #HRRecruitment experience feels like!  You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377

www.jgarecruitment.com

Thanks for listening, folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast soon!

In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Amy Spurling, an LGBTQ+ entrepreneur and Founder and CEO of Compt - HR software that enables companies to offer truly personalized employee perks that adapt to remote and hybrid needs.

Amy has nearly 20 years of experience in venture-backed companies' leadership roles, ranging from the early start-up phase to high growth and exit.

Amy is an industry thought leader who has spoken at a variety of conferences and in webinars, from Fortune’s Brainstorm Tech to the Society for Human Resource Management’s Annual Expo.

Amy has also been published repeatedly in top publications like Fortune, Insider, Bloomberg, NPR, Fast Company, BBC, TechCrunch, Yahoo! Morning Brew, and more.

Amy was named Boston's 2016 CFO of the Year by Boston Business Journal, and Compt has won its fair share of awards, including SHRM's Top HR Platform of the Year Award.

1. What do the words Human Resources mean to you?
2. How can employee perks help companies attract and retain employees?
3. Are perks just for those in offices?
4. How can HR leaders satisfy the needs of those who may not work at a desk?
5. What do HR teams need to consider when implementing stipends?
6. If companies can afford stipends, shouldn't they pay people higher wages instead?
7. What's the case for stipends?
8. What is a common misconception/myth about employee perks or fringe benefits?

Links highlighted in this “Personalizing Remote & Hybrid Employee Perks” episode are included below:

• Website: https://www.compt.io/
• Amy Spurling LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyspurling/
• The host of The HR L&D Podcast - LinkedIn Profile: Nick Day
• Leading HR Recruiters: JGA HR Recruitment
• Enjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll Podcast

Remember, If you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this podcast and you have an #HRvacancy that you would love some specialist #humanresources #hragency support with, please get in touch with me, Nick Day!  I would love to help show you what a great #HRRecruitment experience feels like!  You can reach out to me directly at [email protected] or give me a call – at 01727800377