By Jumpstart HR LLC
The podcast currently has 116 episodes available.
Summary
This episode’s conversation explores the topic of internal versus external hiring in small businesses. Experts from Jumpstart HR and the Fit Small Business team discuss the key differences between the two methods, including the impact on cost, time efficiency, employee morale, retention rates, and diversity of skill sets. They also provide a five-step framework to determine whether to fill a role with an internal hire or an external hire, which includes assessing current skills and gaps, identifying growth and development opportunities, conducting a cost benefit analysis, considering cultural fit and adaptability, and evaluating long-term impact and strategic alignment.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:23 Key differences between internal and external recruitment methods
06:00 Cost implications of internal versus external hiring
08:46 Time efficiency of internal and external recruitment methods
14:16 Effect of internal and external recruitment on employee morale and retention
16:31 Impact of internal and external candidate recruiting strategies on diversity of skill sets
21:57 Step 1: Assessment
24:30 Step 2: Identifying
28:04 Step 3: Costs
31:24 Step 4: Culture
31:54 Step 5: Long-term impact and strategic alignment
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In this episode, Joey Price and Sommer Ketron discuss the traits of a great leader and how to compare oneself against those traits. Also exploring what to do when an employee’s job changes and they are no longer happy about it. The conversation emphasizes the importance of hiring for fit, prioritizing attitude over aptitude, and motivating employees to be engaged. Also discussing the Gallup poll that suggests only 10% of people in management positions have the talent to lead, highlighting the need for coaching and support. In the Consultant’s Corner segment, they provide insights on how to handle job changes and address employee dissatisfaction.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
01:16 - Article: Are You a Great Leader or an Average Leader?
04:48 - Hiring for Fit
07:20 - Attitude vs. Aptitude
10:37 - Motivation and Employee Engagement
13:14 - Management Ability and Coaching
16:13 - Consultant’s Corner: Handling Job Changes
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In this episode, Joey Price and Sommer Ketron discuss the challenges that HR professionals face and how candidates are using AI to cheat the recruiting process. Exploring top concerns keeping HR executives up at night, including navigating HR budgets and managing hybrid remote workplaces. And discussing the shift in focus from recruitment and retention to building company culture and learning development. The importance of employee engagement and people analytics is highlighted, along with practical tips for job seekers and hiring managers to adapt to the use of AI in the hiring process.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
02:23 - What’s Keeping HR Up at Night
03:49 - Navigating HR Budgets and Managing Hybrid Remote Workplaces
04:55 - Shift in Focus: Recruitment and Retention
06:42 - Importance of Employee Engagement
09:23 - The Significance of People Analytics
12:57 - Consultants Corner
13:19 - Candidates Using AI to Cheat the Recruiting Process
16:04 - Advice for Job Seekers and Hiring Managers
23:22 - Using One-Way Video Interviews
26:16 - Conclusion
Summary
In this episode, Joey Price and Sommer Ketron discuss two topics: PTO trends and what to do when an employee is in jail. Exploring the trends and challenges of unlimited PTO, including the low percentage of employers offering it and the barriers to its implementation. While also providing insights and advice on how to handle the situation when an employee is in jail, emphasizing the importance of understanding legal requirements and considering options such as leave of absence or termination.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - PTO Trends\
11:09 - Adoption of Unlimited PTO
12:05 - Unlimited PTO hurdles
15:08 - Consultant’s Corner: Employee in Jail
23:16 - Legal Requirements and Options
25:36 - Follow-up Questions
28:09 - Conclusion
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In this episode, Joey, with guests Bill Banham and Christopher Bjorling from the People and Performance Podcast, is here to provide insights while covering various topics related to current trends in the world of work. They discuss impactful changes, such as the shift to remote work and the rapid advancement of technology. Exploring the long-term viability and impact of remote work on organizational culture, while also highlighting the use of podcasts as a strategic learning tool for HR professionals, offering insights and perspectives from industry experts. They also share success stories and impactful conversations from their very own People and Performance Podcast, which viewers interested in learning and continuing their personal and professional development can explore.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Guest Bios
03:06 - Impactful Changes in the World of Work
08:05 - Rapid Advancement of Technology and its Impact on the Workplace
12:31 - Long-Term Viability and Impact of Remote Work
18:07 - Addressing Work-Life Balance in Remote Settings
23:09 - Podcasts as a Strategic Learning Tool for HR Professionals
29:11 - Success Stories and Impactful Conversations on the Podcast
35:45 - Conclusion
Summary
In this episode, Joey and Sommer discuss two topics that are often considered taboo in business: religious inclusion at work and addressing negative employee sentiment. They explore the complexities of religious inclusion, the importance of cultural sensitivity, and the legal protections for religious accommodations. They also provide insights on how to handle employee grievances and foster a positive work environment.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:20 Religious Inclusion at Work
03:43 Shifting Culture and Expression of Self
05:23 Cultural Sensitivity and Religious Observances
10:00 Legal Protection and Religious Accommodations
19:18 Investigating Employee Grievances
24:26 Consultant’s Corner: Addressing Negative Employee Sentiment
Summary
In this episode of While We Were Working, Joey and Sommer discuss the new independent contractor rule and the factors of the economic realities test. Emphasizing the importance of understanding the new law and its implications for businesses. They also discuss when businesses should start thinking about HR and the benefits of having HR support from the beginning. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights for people leaders and small business owners.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:12 Setting up the While We Were Working segment
03:11 New Independent Contractor Rule
08:12 Discussion on the Factors of the Economic Realities Test
27:29 When to Start Thinking about HR in Your Business
30:42 Closing Thoughts
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In this episode, Joey and Sommer explore stay interviews' HR significance, vital for understanding employee motivations and retention. They emphasize the importance of stay interviews as a retention and recruiting strategy, highlighting the disconnect between understanding the value of retaining customers and employees. The episode covers the implementation of stay interviews and the benefits of creating a space for employees to be heard. Additionally, the conversation touches on working with international colleagues and highlights the significance of open communication and promoting cultural awareness. It concludes with the importance of cross-cultural collaboration in reaching different customers and employees in various regions.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
02:20 - Definition of Stay Interviews
03:32 - Importance of Stay Interviews
05:17 - Implementing Stay Interviews
06:15 - Identifying At-Risk Employees
07:25 - Disconnect Between Customer and Employee Retention
10:03 - Treating Employees as Valued Assets
11:32 - Proactive Approach to Reduce Turnover
12:24 - Importance of Consistent Message
16:37 - Addressing Cultural Differences
17:57 - Promoting Cultural Awareness
18:57 - Encourage Open Communication
22:24 - Promoting Cross-Cultural Collaboration
23:55 - Conclusion
Summary
This episode of ‘While We Were Working,’ Joey and Sommer delve into the world of remote jobs that prove unpopular and challenging to fill. They explore the reasons behind the unpopularity of specific work-from-home roles, shedding light on the difficulties in hiring for customer support positions. The duo also examines the concept of pet policies within organizations and the significant role pets play in employees’ lives. Practical considerations for implementing pet policies and the benefits of partnering with Jumpstart HR are also tackled in this insightful episode.
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The podcast currently has 116 episodes available.