Bringing the Human back to Human Resources
Episodes
60. Holiday Parties: Have Fun, Don't Cringe
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Holiday parties are SO much fun, but there are some moments that make us cringe. It's normal! Merry Christmas to those who celebrate! &nb...
59. Do Better, Better.com
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Traci discusses the hottest topic in employment/HR news: Better.com's major fail when they decided to lay off 900 people over zoom. W...
58. Can You Record Conversations at Work?
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci shares some Do's and Don'ts about work conversations, especially related to recording and witnesses! Article on recording consent la...
57. How to Effectively Manage Up
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci talks about how you can effectively manage up with some quick and easy tips! Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTra...
56. It’s Ok to Put Yourself First
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci talks about the recent law in Portugal that bans employers from contacting their employees outside of working hours; Traci also has h...
55. Leading Investigations
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Traci answers some listener asked questions and provides step by step guidance on leading investigations in the workplace. Conn...
54. Employee Demands Influence Business Behavior
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Traci shares insight into how employee demands can influence business behaviors. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share w...
53. Change is Good
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci shares the reality - and beauty - of change! Change is GOOD! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Share with a friend! Connect wi...
52. Cheers to ONE Year: Sharing some BIG News!
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci shares some big news in celebration of the one year anniversary of the podcast! Thank you for being part of this journey! Special giveaway happe...
51. Three Key Takeaways from this Year
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci takes the 51st episode to reminisce on some of the key takeaways from this last year as she prepares for her one-year anniversary of the podcast...
50. Less is More feat. Brett Turley
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci sits down with Brett Turley to discuss everything corporate wellness and just keeping wellness simple! Brett gave all listen...
49. To Unionize or Not to Unionize? That is the Question.
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci talks Unions and Labor Relations - she shares some personal anecdotes and a recent scenario with Starbucks in Buffalo, NY. Sta...
48. My Experience with Psychological Safety
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci shares her recent experience with psychological safety in the workplace and answers some DM questions too! Sign-up for Human T...
47. Is an HR Certification Necessary?
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci answers one of the most commonly asked question in her DMs: "Do I need an HR Certification?". Check out the options for certificat...
46. Brain Dump - Let's Chat
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci shares what is top of mind with a quick chat and brain dump. Sign-up for Human Times Newsletter: https://industryslice.com/subscribers/dbc8cfad...
45. Fair Workweek Laws & Target's $22k Bill
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci discusses the predictive scheduling laws that are present in many cities around the US and Target's violation of Philadelphia's Fair ...
44. Vaccination Mandates: Condition of Employment
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci breaks down the perspective of vaccination mandates from a business perspective and why these, simply put, just make sense. NY...
43. Working through Loss + Grief
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
TW: loss, grief, death Thank you for listening <3 Traci has been selected to be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR 2022 Global O...
42. Being Ghosted isn't Cool!
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci dives into all of your submissions about being ghosted in the interview/application process - and for some, in relationships and dati...
41. Vocal Rest + NASDAQ
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week is a short one for obvious reasons: Traci lost her voice! Briefly, the latest news about NASDAQ and the SEC is discussed as well as Traci's ...
40. Go Walmart, Go!
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci shares some personal and professional updates. The biggest news update is Walmart's announcement about free college tuition for its e...
39. A Different Version of Ourselves
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci talks about how people are not the same versions of themselves returning to the office - in fact, people are returning with new or wo...
38. Q+A: Hostile Work Environments
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci discusses a couple questions sent to her and shares her perspective and some advice. There's so much to unpack with these kinds of si...
37. The Future is 4
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Future is a 4-day workweek - do you agree? Traci discusses why a 4-day workweek is the newest progressive offer from businesses. As discussed on l...
36. The Great RETENTION
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci recaps a recent training she completed because it was all about retaining top talent! Bloomberg article referenced from ...
35. 2020: One Giant Leap for HR
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2020 was the year for HR - we took ONE GIANT LEAP. HR went from undervalued to in demand in just a few quarters; Traci talks about how and why HR is a...
34. Human Interaction in Hiring feat. Mike Seidle
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci and Mike Seidle, CTO of Pivot CX (formerly known as Work Here), discuss the importance of keeping the human interaction in hiring. ...
33. Interviewing Tips
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Getting ready for a big interview? Thinking of getting out there and applying for that dream job? Traci shares some tips that will quickly and easily ...
32. Cancel "Cancel Culture"
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci discusses the recent scandal at Google with their Head of Diversity Strategy and how cancelling cancel culture is in the interest of ...
31. Owning your Career feat. Brad Federman
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Federman, CEO of PerformancePoint LLC, a national consulting and training firm specializing in culture building, leadership and people initiative...
30. Well-Being in the Workplace feat. Jill Kane
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, is the podcast's 30th episode! Traci is joined by Jill Kane to discuss well-being in the workplace. may is Mental Health Awareness Month, s...
29. A Personal Message - Mental Health
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for listening. For mental health resources, visit: https://www.betterhelp.com https://www.talkspace.com https://checkpointorg.com...
28. Know What You Stand For feat. Ron Thurston
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci is joined by Ron Thurston, VP of Stores at INTERMIX and Author of the book, "Retail Pride". Ron was named one of the world's Top 100 most influe...
27. Appreciating Diversity of Thought
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci talks about why diversity of thought and experiences provides an incredible amount of value to an organization. Traci answers questio...
26. Turnover, Turnover, TURNOVER
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci talks about how impactful turnover is (and some trends) as well as the new unemployment rates and labor statistics. Don'...
25. Don't be the Next Blockbuster
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci talks about what she calls the, "Blockbuster Theory" and how business leaders need to ensure their business model and how they approa...
24. The Pros and Cons of One-Way Video Screening
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci the pros and cons of one-way video screening for employers and candidates in the recruitment process. Don't forget to le...
23. Social Media & Work: Can They be Kept Separate?
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci discusses some recent questions around social media, colleagues being connected with you on socials, and how this relates to our abil...
22. Can Employers Require the COVID Vaccine?
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So, can they? Join the discussion on instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Connect with Traci here Sources: https://ww...
21. The Royal Family & HR: Investigations
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci shares her thoughts and opinions related to the situations in the Royal Family and where HR has gotten involved. Traci shares what we...
20. Why Mixing Wellness with DEI is the Path to Harmony with Anniedi Essien and Christina Farinacci-Roberts
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci is joined by Anniedi Essien and Christina Farinacci-Roberts of W.I.D.E. Dynamic Dialogues for a truly incredible and candid conversation on Well...
19. Women and the Disproportionate COVID Setback
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci shares a deeply personal experience about how women have been disproportionately impacted by COVID. TW 13:00-15:50: serious i...
18. My Experience with Bad Leadership
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Traci shares her stories and experiences with a bad leader from her past and all of the amazing takeaways she took from that experien...
17. Let's Talk about Terminations
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci provides some insights and ground rules related to terminations. If you are a manager or HR professional, make sure you keep these th...
16. The Emotional Impact of Layoffs
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Traci talks about the shared emotional impact between the employer and the employee--while it might sound odd to think that th...
15. Being Authentic and Vulnerable
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Traci shares stories about her recent experiences reflecting on authenticity and vulnerability, especially with people online/with people we...
14. Love and Relationships in the Workplace
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery Traci discusses the Do's and Don'ts of finding/maintaining love and relationships in the workplace. ...
13. Navigating Mentors and Public Advice
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci discusses how mentors and public advice are everywhere and how to navigate all of the personalities and platforms. Everyone has an op...
12. Is Speech Protected in the Workplace?
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci shares the reality of what is and is not tolerable in the workplace, especially related to employee speech and conduct in the workpla...
11. Performance Management feat. Harrison Kim
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traci connects with Harrison Kim, CEO of Pavestep, to talk about performance management and employee engagement. Harrison shares his advice for manage...
10. Sunday Scaries, Burnout, and ROI in 2021
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci discusses coming back to work after time off (real, unplugged time off) and how she's going to approach 2021 with a fresh set o...
9. 2020: Challenging the Status Quo
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On the last episode of the Podcast's first season, Traci recaps how 2020 enabled businesses, managers, and employees to challenge the status quo. Trac...
8. The Evolution of HR feat. Bethany Turon
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Bethany Turon, Head of HR for Elmet Technologies joins Traci to talk about how HR has evolved as a career and industry. Bethany shares her ...
7. Goal Setting and Annual Reviews
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci shares just how much goal setting can impact achievement and success. As for annual reviews--it's an inevitable process that can and ...
6. Breaking into HR
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Traci recaps her December commitments and spends time talking about breaking into HR--whether you're a student, recent graduate, or existin...
5. Achieving a Work-Life Balance
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're diving into achieving a work-life balance. In this episode, there are tips, stories, and thoughts on how to achieve a work-life balan...
4. Feedback is Key
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, feedback is key. In the first discussion of many, Traci shares tips on delivering feedback successfully as well as a story of where well-in...
3. Money, Money, Money
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we talk about salary negotiations, raises (especially during COVID), and salary reductions. The below articles are referenced in th...
2. Building Relationships & COVID Impact feat. Dr. Evan Chernoff
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Relationships are critical to success in Human Resources, Business, and even in Healthcare. Dr. Evan Chernoff, a 3rd year Physical Medicine & Reha...
1. De-stigmatizing HR
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of "Bringing the Human back to Human Resources", Traci breaks down the stigmas of HR as a field, entity, and career. Sharing her exper...