#WORKAROUND HR Podcast

By Wong Mee Fong, Talent Observer

Welcome to #WORKAROUND HR Podcast.

This is the go-to show for all working professionals out there who love diving into HR world, the talent market, and real-life work stories. If this is your first t... more

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The podcast currently has 30 episodes available.

#WORKAROUND HR Podcast episodes:

April 22, 2025 Realiti Kerja Idaman ft Dr Zainurul Rahman
Dengarkan perkongsian tentang pemilihan pendidikan takterstruktur sehingga ke PhD, kepuasan and kebahagiaan kerja pelbagai peranan, antarakestabilan, kewangan & dan cita cita, mencari keseimbangan kerja-hidup dalam kesibukan mengejar kerja Impian , dan soal “brain circulation” melalui kemungkinaninisiatif “talent linkage” walaupun bakat tempatan bertempat in perantauan.

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33min
March 25, 2025 Employer Social Responsibility - from Compliance to Consciousness
ESG's 'S' – Social Responsibility of Employer.
Digital and Sustainability Advisor, Dr. Sumitra Nair discusses why this topic gets lesser attention than Environment and Governance: Supply Chain, Diversity and Inclusion, Community Impact, Women leadership, Employer Branding.
Learn how to move from compliance to consciousness. Attract and Retain talent by showing real social impactoutside the workplace.
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55min
March 03, 2025 Behind the Smile of EMOTIONAL WORKERS ft Malar Villi
Do you ever feel like you are managing your emotions morethan your actual job?
This week's Workaround HR Podcast tackles emotional employeesat the workplace! I spoke with EQ Specialist, Malar Villi about how to trulyunderstand and manage your emotions at work, whether you're faking it orfeeling it deeply. We also discussed how EQ plays out in diverse teams, thedifferent ways extroverts and introverts handle emotions, and got a peek intohow Malar practices what she preaches in her own life, plus her new book!Listen now for practical insights on navigating the emotional side of work. #MalaysianPodcast#HRPodcast #EQManagement

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February 12, 2025 The Middle Transformers ft Dr Karuna Ramanathan
All transformation carries change, and not all change is transformational.
The Middle management is affected either way regardless of whether it involves change or transformation in the organisation.
On this episode of Workaround HR Podcast, we explore what differentiates change and transformation and the challenges of organisation and individual employees with the Change Consultant, Dr. Karuna Ramanathan.
Key Discussion Points:
HumanFactor: Addressing the feeling and reaction of various groups of employees towards change.
Communication: Is top-down communication still relevant? We discuss some platforms for feedback and the pitfalls of over-communication.
Mid-Level Managers: These unsung heroes are crucial for driving change. We explore how they can influenceinitiatives, the actions they can take, and what happens when
they don't believe in the transformation. Dr. Karuna shares his experience in training and dealing with these managers in his change management expertise.
Future ofLeadership: Some key advice to aspiring middle managers and the importance of adaptability.

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53min
January 27, 2025 The Myth of Multitasking ft Shirlyn Lim
Is multitasking truly a strength, or are we overestimating its value?
In this episode, we explore the truth behind multitasking, discuss why it’s often glorified, and examine its impact on productivity and mental health.
Joined by Shirlyn Lim, who has been passionately sharing about brain health and corporate wellness, we’ll uncover how to balance multitasking with technology and practical ways to manage it more effectively.
Tune in for insights to help you rethink your approach to juggling tasks!
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#Malaysianpodcast #HRpodcast #Multitasking
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34min
January 15, 2025Legislation vs Dynamic Workplace Policy ft Foo Siew Li
Another Employment lawyer, Ms Foo Siew Li joined me to
discuss about the relationship between legislation and company HR policies in this dynamic business world.
Some key topics include:
Probation Period

Show Cause Letters

Whistleblowing

Workplace Discrimination

Dual Employment

Social Media Management

This conversation is not only for the employees but also HR
professionals that constantly adapting to evolving challenges while staying compliant with the law and trying their best in supporting the dynamic workplace culture.

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#MalaysianPodcast #HRPodcast #EmploymentLaw #legalHR
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43min
January 01, 2025Employees Well = Organisation Wealth? ft Olive Teoh
Join us on this episode to explore the critical role of employee wellness to the organisation productivity.

The initiatives are seen as the key differentiator of the company in retaining and attracting talent but to what extent the strategy is sustainable? How can organization be able to meet the diverse wellness needs of all employees?

Featuring another HR professional in Reward Management and Organisation Design, we discuss some topics among others :-
Various types of wellness programs in today’s and tomorrow’s business environment and the impact and challenges of implementation
Accountability of employee wellness beyond HR and
The influence of size and culture of organisation in the employee wellbeing.
The management’s expectations of this form of investment.

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Stay Curious, Keep Learning.

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39min
December 18, 2024Evergreen Recruitment World ft Pradeep Kizhil
S3 EP5
Recruitment function moves as quickly as industry evolvement but there are many old but gold practices and fundamental values that are still relevant & practical in the HR Recruitment function even this role is heavily complemented by technology.

In this episode, we are discussing some key element of Hiring Journey:
CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE that becomes so critical in a scared and competitive talent market.
“GHOSTING” no doubt it's a popular terms being used by the job applicants, but some fun facts is it happened so often to HR Recruiters too, which is hardly publicly mentioned.

Listen to my guest, a seasoned APAC Talent Acquisition Leader, Pradeep Kizhil, on how he values some evergreen recruitment strategies that still applicable in enabling the success of hiring journey in this tech driven business world.
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Stay Curious, Keep Learning.
#malaysianpodcast #HRpodcast #Recruitmentpodcast #hiring
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51min
December 04, 2024Legal HR Series : Hiring & Onboarding
In the upcoming episodes of #LegaHR Series, I am teaming up with experienced employment lawyers from the reputable legal firm Skrine to discuss complex HR legal matters in a more simplified manner.
We believe this will benefit HR professionals, recruiters, business leaders, job seekers, and employees to stay ahead of best practices in our local employment law.

To start out with, we zoom in the topic of Hiring and Onboarding including
What law protection available for the job seekers during the hiring process in Malaysia?

Legal impact on Notice Buyout

Non-competition clause in Offer Letter

Mandatory checks in the hiring process

salary documents
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#MalaysianPodcast #HRPodcast #LegalHR #Hiring
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34min
November 20, 2024Unspoken Pain of Female Employees ft Nadhrah Maidin
We initiate the topic that often overlooked yet critical
aspects of female wellness that can significantly impact productivity:
Menstrual Health, Perimenopause, and Menopause.
Join us as we discuss the challenges and silent struggles
faced by women in the workplace, from the physical and emotional symptoms of menstruation to the hormonal changes that accompany different life stages, all
while balancing demanding work responsibilities and pursuing our career goals.
My guest, Nadhrah Maidin, Menstrual Coach would share more:
Menstrual Health, Perimenopause,
and Menopause: Understanding the physical and emotional implications of these phases.
Advocacy and Support: The role of male colleagues, peer group or even female leaders in fostering a supportive
and inclusive environment, tips for women to advocate for their needs.
By raising awareness and encouraging open dialogue, we can create a more inclusive and supportive work environment where women can still thrive in their careers, regardless of their menstrual cycle, hormonal change
and life stage.
#Malaysianpodcast #HRPodcast #Employeewellness #Employeewellbeing #Womenhealth #Worklife
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40min

FAQs about #WORKAROUND HR Podcast:

How many episodes does #WORKAROUND HR Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 30 episodes available.