Lucinda welcomes back Gary Cookson from Epic HR to discuss his upcoming book, "Making Hybrid Working Work." They delve into the current landscape of hybrid working, exploring why some organisations are pushing for a return to the office while others successfully embrace hybrid models.

Gary also highlights the demographic factors influencing leadership decisions and the importance of trust in managing remote teams.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Organisations that are struggling with hybrid working often haven't fully committed to making it work. Successful hybrid models require genuine effort and adaptation rather than superficial adjustments.
• The push for a return to the office is often driven by senior leadership teams that may not represent the broader employee demographic. This lack of diversity in leadership can skew perceptions of what works best for the workforce.
• Managers who have traditionally operated in face-to-face environments may struggle with trust in remote settings. Effective hybrid management requires unlearning old habits and developing new skills to foster trust and engagement.
• Establishing a management contract between managers and employees can clarify expectations and support needs. This approach encourages open communication about how individuals prefer to be managed in a hybrid environment.

BEST MOMENTS

"The common theme... is that they haven't really tried to make it work in the first place... they haven't really put a lot of effort into it."

"The people who are making these decisions... do tend to be white, middle-aged male. And that does seem to be driving the return to office mandates."

"It's almost lazy in that sense, like you have to work slightly harder to be lazy."

"What you think hybrid work is, is different than anybody else listening to this. And that's because your context matters."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected] 

Epic HR - https://epichr.co.uk/

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• X / Twitter

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda is joined by Rob Lion, from Black River Performance Management to discuss the critical elements of fostering intrinsic motivation and performance in the workplace. Rob, a full-time professor and expert in human resource development, emphasises the importance of understanding human behaviour, the psychological factors that influence motivation, and introduces the "CAR" model, which focuses on competency, autonomy, and relatedness as key drivers of intrinsic motivation.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Effective performance management requires a deep understanding of human behaviour and motivation. Organisations often fail to implement sustainable solutions because they overlook the psychological aspects of employee engagement.

• High-quality intrinsic motivation is driven by three key elements: competency (the ability to perform tasks effectively), autonomy (the independence to make choices in work), and relatedness (the sense of connection with others). Addressing these needs can enhance employee motivation and performance.

• Miscommunication and differing interpretations of terms like "motivation" and "engagement" can hinder organisational effectiveness. It's crucial to establish a common language and understanding among team members to foster better communication and collaboration.

• Organisational culture will develop either intentionally (by design) or unintentionally (by default). Leaders must actively cultivate a positive culture that supports intrinsic motivation and employee well-being to ensure long-term success.

BEST MOMENTS

"Work should fuel the human spirit and not drain it, focusing on performance but not at the expense of the employee experience."

"The secret of high performance in people is that we might have the best process, but if people haven't bought into it, humans make things fail."

"High quality, intrinsic motivation requires three different elements: competency, autonomy, and relatedness."

"It's easier for me to tell you, you need to get this done, as opposed to having a conversation that moves us into this alignment category."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected] 

ABOUT THE GUEST

Dr. Rob Lion is a professor of human resource development at Idaho State University. He specializes in culture, leadership development, strategy, and organizational performance. In addition to his teaching and research, Rob and his wife, Angie Lion, own Black River Performance Management (www.blackriverpm.com). With over 20 years in leadership and organizational development, he is recognized as a visionary leader who promotes actionable science-backed solutions for individuals and organizations.

Rob is a dynamic speaker and consultant who understands how to integrate the theory and teachings of best practices into organizational practices, resulting in strategic and sustainable improvement solutions. Rob provides expert guidance to clients, addressing their "people" needs, obstacles, and opportunities. Rob’s work aims to demystify the process of leading others.

Black River's motto is "Work should fuel the human spirit, not drain it!"

Links

www.blackriverpm.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• X / Twitter

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda is joined by employee relations expert Emma Hogan to explore the intricacies of workplace investigations. Emma shares her extensive background in HR, detailing her journey from retail graduate to running her own consultancy specialising in complex investigations.

Together they examine the importance of conducting thorough and empathetic investigations, especially in light of recent legislation aimed at preventing workplace harassment

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Investigations are increasingly critical in organisations due to heightened scrutiny and new legislation, such as the duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Properly conducted investigations can help organisations avoid legal pitfalls and ensure a fair process.
• While line managers are often tasked with conducting investigations, they may lack the necessary training and time. Organisations should consider having dedicated HR personnel or external experts to handle complex investigations, especially in sensitive cases.
• Maintaining open and transparent communication with employees throughout the investigation process is essential. Regular updates and welfare checks can alleviate anxiety for those involved and ensure they feel supported.
• Providing training for managers and HR personnel on how to conduct investigations is crucial. This training should cover legal aspects, evidence gathering, questioning techniques, and best practices to ensure investigations are thorough and fair.

BEST MOMENTS

"I think just a combination probably of a really good judgment in difficult situations... coupled with a degree of empathy. It's really important that they don't get forgotten about during the investigation process."

"Investigations have been in the news in the past couple of years far more than they have been before... where investigations haven't been done properly."

"If you're going to ask your line managers to conduct investigations, you've really got to make sure that you're providing them with some robust training regularly."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected] 

ABOUT THE GUEST

Emma Hogan is founder of EHHR Ltd, a consultancy providing employee relations expertise to organisations requiring specialist support or independent input. With over 25 years’ experience in HR, Emma built her ER expertise working for organisations across a broad spectrum of industries and working environments, many of whom are household names.

Emma is passionate about helping organisations succeed by managing people in the right way, and has extensive experience in investigating and resolving complex, high risk people issues. She is about to launch a new collaborative venture – J&Em Training Ltd, providing employee relations training to managers and HR, where Workplace Investigation training is the core product and ensuring a positive employee experience is key.

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-hogan-550800b/

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• X / Twitter

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda is joined by Karen Skidmore, a business growth strategist and embodied business mentor, to discuss the importance of embracing our natural energy cycles for enhanced productivity.

Karen shares her personal journey through burnout and the transformative practices she adopted, such as sound healing and embodiment, to reconnect with her body and intuition.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Recognise that productivity is not solely about time management; it's about managing energy. Understanding and aligning with natural energy cycles, such as circadian rhythms and seasonal changes, can enhance productivity and well-being.

• Slowing down can lead to greater success. Taking time to reflect and connect with oneself can help individuals make better decisions and avoid burnout, ultimately leading to improved performance.

• Be aware of physical and emotional signs of stress and burnout, such as chronic fatigue, digestive issues, and emotional disconnection. Acknowledging these signs early can prevent more severe health problems.

• Explore various holistic practices, such as sound healing, embodiment movement, and energy tracking, to reconnect with your body and reduce stress. These practices can help individuals find balance and improve their overall health.

BEST MOMENTS

"Slowing down absolutely does speed our success up. It’s about recognising that the way we work can negatively impact us."

"We often accept burnout as a rite of passage, ignoring the red flags our bodies are telling us."

"It feels like understanding yourself is a key part of productivity, not just time management."

"When we start to harness our mother nature seasons, we recognise there are different energies for different tasks."

"Being kind to ourselves improves our health. We cannot keep up with the productivity expectations placed upon us."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected] 

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• X / Twitter

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda is joined by Neil Thompson, founder of Teach the Geek, to explore how technical experts can enhance their presentation skills.

Drawing from his own experiences as a former engineer in the medical device industry, Neil shares insights on the common pitfalls technical professionals face when communicating with non-technical audiences, such as the overuse of jargon and a lack of empathy for the audience's understanding

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Use plain language and avoid technical jargon or acronyms that non-technical audiences may not understand. Instead, opt for simpler terms and analogies to convey complex ideas.
• Remember that not everyone has the same technical background. Consider the perspective of your audience and tailor your message to their level of understanding.
• Incorporate storytelling into presentations to make technical information more relatable and engaging. This helps the audience connect with the material and understand its relevance.
• Clearly define what you want your audience to do after your presentation. Start with the desired outcome in mind and structure your content to lead to that conclusion.

BEST MOMENTS

"Technical jargon is a big issue. We assume non-technical people know these words, but a lot of times they don’t. We should use more analogies and simpler words to communicate effectively."

"If you're the technical person, you may not see it as part of your job to do that translation. It’s not until you want that promotion that you realise the importance of communication."

"Storytelling is really important. If you want people to follow what you're saying, couching technical data in the form of a story can help non-technical people understand."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected]

Teach The Geek - https://teachthegeek.com/

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• X / Twitter

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda discusses the upcoming book series "Six Minute Smarts," set to be published on November 5, 2024, by Practical Inspiration Publishing. The series aims to help individuals coach themselves in various business skills, including effective change management.

Drawing from the her previous work, Lucinda outlines a structured approach to understanding and implementing change over ten days, emphasising the importance of emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and effective communication

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Understanding and mastering one's own emotions is crucial for effective change management. Courage is also essential for challenging the status quo and confronting resistance.

• Recognising the necessity of change and understanding the bigger picture helps in motivating others and gaining their support. Utilising frameworks like Richard Beckhard's change equation can aid in assessing the need for change.

• Communicating change effectively requires both quantity and quality. Building a coalition of allies is important for successful change implementation, as no change agent can succeed alone.

• Different personality types respond to change in various ways. Recognising these differences can help tailor communication and support to ensure that all team members are engaged and committed to the change process.

BEST MOMENTS

"The bottom line is, I know everybody's realising that change is constant, but reality is that organisations still don't know how to manage it effectively."

"To be a change superhero, we need to have courage to stand up and be counted. It may mean challenging the status quo."

"Communication is not just quantity but quality. We need to make sure we are congruent with the way we communicate."

"It's about helping people really clearly see that vision and also breaking it down into manageable steps."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected]

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda is joined by Dr Anna Eliatamby, a clinical psychologist and executive coach with extensive experience in leadership and organisational development. Anna shares her unique journey, which includes working with the UN and developing mental health strategies across 47 countries.

Anna and Lucinda talk about the importance of self-care for leaders, recognising and addressing workplace toxicity, and the need for collective accountability in fostering a healthy organisational culture

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Leaders must recognise their own stress signals and negative habits to effectively manage their well-being and support their teams. This includes taking time for self-reflection and understanding personal stress triggers.

• Addressing toxicity in the workplace requires leaders to openly acknowledge issues and involve the entire organisation in finding solutions. This includes praising positive behaviours and being transparent about the need for change.

• Organisations should actively seek input from employees regarding their well-being needs rather than imposing interventions. Tailoring programs to what staff actually want can lead to higher engagement and effectiveness.

• Toxic behaviours often stem from learned coping mechanisms rather than intentional malice. Leaders should focus on helping individuals understand and change their behaviurs through constructive feedback and support.

BEST MOMENTS

"A lot of my life has happened by chance rather than by design. I was very clear in my teenage years I wanted to study psychology."

"If you don't factor in the politics and the negativity alongside the positivity, you're never going to get your work done properly."

"HR are very caring of other people, but put themselves last in their own well-being quite often."

"People will bring in well-being interventions without actually asking staff whether this is what they want and need."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected]

Anna Eliatamby - https://healthyleadership.world/about-us/

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• X / Twitter

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda is joined by special guest Susi Miller from eLaHub about the critical topic of accessibility in e-learning. Susi discusses the importance of making digital learning content accessible to individuals with various disabilities and access needs, as well as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how these standards apply to e-learning, highlighting common pitfalls and best practices for creating inclusive learning experiences

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Accessibility goes beyond traditional views of disability, encompassing various access needs, including visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive impairments. It's essential to consider all types of disabilities when creating digital content.
• The WCAG guidelines serve as a benchmark for making digital content accessible. Organisations often aim to meet WCAG AA level, which includes 56 standards. The latest version, WCAG 2.2, introduced nine new standards to improve accessibility.
• Creating inclusive learning experiences benefits all learners, not just those with disabilities. Using clear language, providing alternatives to common interactions (like drag-and-drop), and ensuring content is engaging for everyone enhances the overall learning experience.
• Conducting audits and providing training on accessibility empowers organisations to create their own accessible content. This approach focuses on practical remediation and understanding the specific authoring tools used in creating learning materials.

BEST MOMENTS

"Accessibility is very often what people mean when they're talking about how do we make our content accessible to these particular standards."

"If you're just looking at those accessibility standards, what you're not doing is looking at the learner experience."

"It's very easy for someone to say yes to being WCAG compliant, but you need to look deeper."

"The misconception that accessible content is not as good as non-accessible content is something we still have in our industry."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected]

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• X / Twitter

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda discusses the important topic of neurodiversity with independent consultant Amanda McEvoy. With over 20 years of experience in the health sector and a personal connection to neurodiversity through her family, Amanda shares her insights on the challenges and strengths associated with conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia.

The conversation delves into the unique ways neurodiversity presents, particularly in females, and emphasises the need for organisations to create inclusive environments that harness the talents of neurodivergent individuals

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Neurodiversity encompasses all individuals, including both neurotypical and neurodivergent people. It refers to the variety of ways in which our brains function, affecting our experiences, strengths, and weaknesses.

• Female autism often presents differently than male autism, leading to under-diagnosis. Many girls are adept at masking their symptoms, which can result in their neurodiversity going unrecognised until later in life.

• Organisations should focus on making reasonable adjustments that benefit all employees, not just those who are neurodivergent. Simple changes, such as using plain language in job descriptions and allowing flexible interview processes, can create a more welcoming atmosphere.

• Companies that actively seek to hire neurodivergent individuals can benefit from their unique skills and perspectives. Embracing neurodiversity can lead to increased productivity, retention, and overall workplace satisfaction.

BEST MOMENTS

"When I hit menopause, my symptoms actually got a lot worse. And I realized that actually, I got diagnosed with ADHD." 

"Girls are fantastic at masking... they learn very quickly how to adjust, so they therefore become fantastic at masking or fawning." 

"It's really about adjusting the environment, so not expecting the individual to fit into the environment, but actually adjusting the environment to make it easier for the individual to thrive." 

"If you can do it in construction, you can do it in any industry. It's just about working out what is your strategy for harnessing it."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

www.hruprising.com           

Get your copy of How To Be A Change Superhero by emailing at [email protected]

ABOUT THE GUEST, Amanda McEvoy

Amanda McEvoy is a passionate learning and development expert and the Company Director of McEvoy Training Solutions Ltd. With a background in Leadership and Organisational Development, Amanda has a wealth of experience working with SMEs and the Public Sector. Since starting her company in 2011 after the birth of her second child, Amanda has focused on offering flexible, tailored solutions in areas such as Insights Discovery, Mental Health First Aid, and Menopause. Her mission is to help businesses and individuals achieve their goals through personalised training, with a strong emphasis on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and Health & Wellbeing.

Connect with Amanda...

[email protected]

www.mcevoytrainingsolutionsltd.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
• Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/
• Twitter: @lucindacarney
• Instagram: @hruprising
• Facebook: @hruprising

Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• X / Twitter

HR podcast, The HR Uprising, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Learning and Development, Culture & Change: https://hruprising.com/hr-podcasts/

Lucinda welcomes diversity, equity, and inclusion expert Sara Taylor, who shares her extensive experience in the field spanning over 35 years.

They discuss the evolution of DEI practices, particularly in the U.S., and how these concepts have been integrated into workplace culture. Sara introduces her recent book, "Thinking at the Speed of Bias," and delves into the importance of understanding unconscious filters and the five developmental stages of awareness regarding diversity

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Self-awareness is essential for personal and organisational growth. Individuals must recognise their filters and biases to improve their effectiveness in diverse environments.
• To foster a more inclusive workplace, organisations should aim to develop a critical mass of individuals who operate at the higher stages of development. This can lead to a cultural shift where inclusive behaviours are the norm.
• In workplaces with diverse political views, focusing on commonalities rather than differences can help mitigate polarisation. Leaders should encourage open dialogue about shared goals rather than defensively presenting information, which can exacerbate divisions.

• Our unconscious filters play a crucial role in how we perceive and interact with others. They automatically categorise and evaluate information, influencing our thoughts and actions without our conscious awareness.

BEST MOMENTS

"The vast majority of conflicts and misunderstandings are fuelled by misunderstandings coming from our unconscious filters."

"People think they are self-aware, but they're not really embracing it or doing positive stuff with it."

"What we can do is focus on where we do have commonalities. We both love dogs. We both have kids, you know, whatever it is."

"Systemic filters reinforce and perpetuate and come from stereotypes... How much information have I taken in that might be stereotypical against me?"

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The HR Uprising Podcast | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher  

The HR Uprising LinkedIn Group

How to Prioritise Self-Care (The HR Uprising)

How To Be A Change Superhero - by Lucinda Carney

HR Uprising Mastermind - https://hruprising.com/mastermind/  

www.changesuperhero.com

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ABOUT THE HOST

Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up’ together.

“If you look up, you rise up”

CONTACT METHOD

HR Uprising

• Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/
• Email: [email protected]
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Actus Software

• Website: https://www.actus.co.uk
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