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HR News: Location, Location, Termination with Suzanne Lucas

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 150, Coffey talks with Suzanne Lucas about her Evil HR Lady articles from May.They discuss the kerfuffle that arose after she released an a...

People Management in Entrepreneurial Firms with Kurt Wilkin

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 149, Coffey talks with Kurt Wilkin about people leadership in entrepreneurial firms.They discuss the premise behind Kurt's book "Who's Your...

The "Gig" is Up: Implementing the DOL's Independent Contractor Rule with Krystal Yates

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 148, Coffey talks with Krystal Yates about the US Department of Labor's revised rules for classifying independent contractors. They discuss...

Navigating the Multigenerational Workforce with Emotional Intelligence with Darryl Owens

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 147, Coffey talks with Darryl Owens about navigating the multigenerational workplace with emotional intelligence.They discuss the importanc...

Is HR Your Friend? with Gabriela Norton

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 146, Gabriela Norton and Coffey discuss whether HR is meant to protect the interests of the company or the employees.They discuss the chall...

HR News: Which is Scarier — RIF or RTO? with Karen Cunningham

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 145, Coffey talks with Karen Cunningham about recent HR news around whether layoffs are “a failure of leadership” and “fear” of ret...

No Womb for Discrimination: the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) with Vianei Braun

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 144, Coffey talks with Vianei Braun about employers' responsibilities and employees' rights under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.Note: A...

Working with Fractional Executives with Neil Katz

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 143, Coffey talks with Neil Katz about how companies utilize fractional leadership.They discuss the distinction between a consultant and a ...

Understanding Your Employer Brand with Crystal Lay

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 142, Coffey talks with Crystal Lay about employer brand and culture.They discuss the definition of an "employer brand" and why companies ne...

HR News: Sex Harassment? Really?; DEI by Any Other Name with Catherine Clifton

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 141, Coffey talks with Catherine Clifton about recent news about sexual harassment, discrimination, and what’s next for DEI programs.They...

Talent Development in the Skilled-Trade and Manufacturing Environments with Marci Sogan

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 140, Coffey talks with Marci Sogan about the state of skilled trades and manufacturing workforce.They discuss how modern manufacturing jobs...

Coaching Skills for People Leaders with Shelley Goodrum

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 139, Coffey talks with Shelley Goodrum about coaching as a leadership skill.They discuss the definition of being a coach; the difference be...

The Legal Issues Surrounding the Use of AI in Business with Jim Zadeh

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 138, Coffey talks with Jim Zadeh about legal issues related to the use of AI in business.They discuss the legal issues companies face when ...

HR News: Romance as a Return to Office Strategy with Sarah Glaser

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 137, Coffey talks with Sarah Glaser about office romances, working while sick, and employee surveillance.They discuss the post-Covid increa...

Adapt or Be Left Behind: Embracing the AI Revolution with Innovation and Empathy with Michael Sherrod

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 136, Coffey talks with Michael Sherrod about the impact of artificial intelligence on business strategy and management. They discuss how ol...

Hiring Neurodivergent Talent with David Aspinall

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 135, Coffey talks with David Aspinall about embracing neurodiversity in the workplace.They discuss how auticon is a demonstration that neur...

What Does Work-Life Balance Even Look Like? with Suzanne Brown

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 134, Coffey talks with Suzanne Brown about the importance of embracing a balance-friendly workplace.They discuss the meaning of work-life b...

Can Workplaces Have Too Much Psychological Safety? with Dr. Peter Cappelli

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 133, Coffey talks with Peter Cappelli about the consequences of employees experiencing too much psychological safety.They discuss the diffe...

HR News: New-ish Contractor Rules and Documenting Discrimination with Patrick Richter

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 132, Coffey talks with Patrick Richter about HR news from January, including the Department of Labor’s new contractor rule and discrimina...

Can Emotional Intelligence be Taught? with Dr. Stevie Dawn Carter

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 131, Coffey talks with Dr. Stevie Dawn about the impact of emotional intelligence on organizations.They discuss the definition of emotional...

Where Should DEIB Live in an Organization? with Shani Dellimore Barrax

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 130, Coffey talks with Shani Dellimore Barrax about the state of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging programs and who should be acc...

California's New Restrictions on Using Criminal History with Corinne Spencer

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 129, Coffey talks with Corinne Spencer about the latest changes in California employment law.They discuss California’s Fair Chance Act re...

HR News - Agencies: 2, Employers: 1 with Julia Gannaway

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 128, Coffey talks with Julia Gannaway about recent regulatory and legal items that all employers can learn from.They discuss Whole Foods’...

Do You Really Want Employees in Other States? with Caroline Harrison

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 127, Coffey talks with Caroline Harrison about the challenges of being a multistate employer.They discuss the post-Covid growth in remote o...

Building HR's Credibility with Leadership (Business Credit) with Matt Williams

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 126, Coffey talks with Matt Williams about building a strategic HR operation.They discuss the spectrum between transactional and strategic ...

Resolving Workplace Conflicts Through Mediation with Dr. Robyn Short

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 125, Coffey talks with Dr. Robyn Short about workplace mediation as a constructive approach to resolving conflicts.They discuss workplace m...

HR News: Our Robot Overlords Aren't Ready to Take Over HR with Holly Novak

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 124, Coffey talks with Holly Novak about lessons to be learned from OpenAI’s firing of Sam Altman, politics in the workplace, and whether...

California Employment Law Update with Corinne Spencer

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 123, Coffey talks with Corinne Spencer about the latest changes in California employment law.They discuss the complexities of California la...

How to HR Like a Boss with John Bernatovicz

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 122, Coffey talks with John Bernatovicz about how leaders can stay engaged, avoid burnout, and deliver amazingly awesome HR.They discuss wh...

Pay Transparency, Equity, and Justice with Sally Loftis

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 121, Coffey talks with Sally Loftis about changing perspectives regarding compensation practices. They discuss the differences between pay ...

Building an Empathetic Workplace with Wendy Williams

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 120, Coffey talks with Wendy Williams about the importance of empathy in the workplace.They discuss the difference between compassion, symp...

October HR News: "Live" from HRSouthwest with Rose Ann Garza

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 119, Coffey talks with Rose Ann Garza about October HR-related news that relate to the impact of AI in HR, mental health at work, and new h...

Evidence Based Inclusion with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 118 Coffey talks with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey about how “evidence-based inclusion” strategies differ from traditional DEI approache...

Optimizing the Virtual Environment with Howie Zales

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 117, Coffey talks with Howie Zales about optimizing virtual environments.They discuss considerations to maximize personal effectiveness on ...

Using Informal Networks to Implement Change with Jeppe Vilstrup Hansgaard

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 116, Coffey talks with Jeppe Vilstrup Hansgaard about the importance of informal networks in successful change management.They discuss the ...

HR News: Can We Just Keep Our Pants On At Work Please? with Kara Kelley

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 115, Coffey talks with Kara Kelley about September's HR news items related to pay transparency; productivity, grind culture, and work-life ...

Helping Employees Meet Their Caregiver Responsibilities with Jess Marble

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 114, Coffey talks with Jess Marble about how employers can help employees meet their caregiving responsibilities.They discuss the key findi...

Mitigating Risk in Managing Unemployment Claims with Brad Howard

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 113 Coffey talks with Brad Howard about the unemployment compensation system and how employers can mitigate the risk of litigation arising ...

Fearless Curious Conversations in the Workplace with Monica Guzman

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 112, Coffey talks with Monica Guzman about how organizations can promote healthy dialogue about social and political issues.They discuss th...

HR News - Title VII & DEI Lawsuits; Abortions Benefits; and Pay Transparency with Steve Peglar

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 111, Coffey talks with Steve Peglar about August’s HR-related news items related to Title VII, diversity, abortion, and pay transparency....

Practical and Legal Caregiver Issues in the Workplace with Allison Bowers

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 110 Coffey talks with Allison Bowers about employer’s legal responsibilities to caregivers and practical ways employers can accommodate t...

Leading Through Coaching with Kim Sawyer

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 109, Coffey talks with Kim Sawyer about the importance of leading by coaching.They discuss the true meaning of being a coach; how managemen...

Recruiting and Retaining Frontline Employees with Thad Price

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 108, Coffey talks with Thad Price about recruiting and retaining essential frontline workers. They discuss the definition of “essential w...

Authentic Appreciation in the Workplace with Dr. Paul White

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 107, Coffey talks with Dr. Paul White about building meaningfully sharing appreciation in the workplace.They discuss the difference between...

SCOTUS Decisions and Hot Strike Summer: July's HR News with Paul Simon and Dustin Paschal

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 106, Coffey talks with Paul Simon and Dustin Paschal about HR news topics including the possible impact of Supreme Court's decision on race...

Artificial Intelligence & HR: Now and Into the Future with Tim Sackett

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 105, Coffey talks with Tim Sackett about the current and future use of artificial intelligence in human resources management.They discuss t...

Avoiding Litigation in a Remote Environment with Alan Crone

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 104, Coffey talks with Alan Crone about litigation avoidance in remote workplaces.They discuss the litigation potential in remote environme...

Delivering Meaning in the Workplace with Dr. Alise Cortez

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 103, Coffey talks with Alise Cortez about revitalizing the workforce by managing through meaning.They discuss the current state of the Amer...

HR News - Soft Skills are Hard; Developing Them in Your PJs is Harder with Diane Gallo

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 102, Coffey and Diane Gallo talk about HR news topics including the soft-skills gap, how remote work may negatively impact younger workers ...

2023 Second Chance Hiring Conference with Cheri Garcia

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't miss the 2023 Second Chance Hiring Conference on July 13! Hosted by Fort Worth HR and Dallas HR. Join Cheri Garcia founder of Cornbread Hustle ...

Chronic Illness at Work with Julie Hamilton

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 101, Coffey talks with Julie Hamilton about creating inclusive work environments for employees wrestling with chronic illness.They discuss ...

Mitigating Bias When Using AI in Employee Selection with Kate Bischoff

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 100, Coffey talks with Kate Bischoff about the legal and ethical considerations surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in employee ...

What the Organization Needs from HR with Jill Koob

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 99, Coffey talks with Jill Koob about what leaders really want from HR.They discuss the importance of moving past transactional HR to build...

Employer Responses to the Child Care Crisis with Katie Ferrier

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 98, Coffey talks with Katie Ferrier about the US childcare crisis’ impact on business.They discuss the Ready Nation Project; the infant/t...

Three Years After George Floyd: May's News Roundup with Terri Swain

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 97, Coffey talks with Terri Swain the problems with corporate DEI efforts since George Floyd’s 2020 murder and other HR-related items in ...

Delivering on "Brand Promise" to Customers with Kerry-Ann Betton Stimpson

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 96, Coffey talks with Kerry-Ann Betton Stimpson about maximizing employee engagement through internal marketing.They discuss the role of th...

Managing Employee Layoffs with Shannon Norris

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 95, Coffey talks with Shannon Norris about the legal and practical logistics of employee layoffs.They discuss what employers should keep in...

Keys to Planning and Executing Organizational Change with Dr. Robyn Odegaard

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 94, Coffey talks with Dr Robyn Odegaard about overcoming the challenges leaders face in creating and executing new strategies.They discuss ...

Get the Damn 26 Million: April News Roundup with David Miklas

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 93, Coffey talks with David Miklas about recent news items affecting human resources.They discuss the possibility of new employment law cla...

Mary Jane Gets a Job: Marijuana in the Workplace with Mary Ann Fulgium

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 92, Coffey talks with Mary Ann Fulgium about the legal and practical considerations for employers as more states legalize some or all marij...

Improving Employee Financial Wellness with Bill Langley

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 91, Coffey talks with Bill Langley about employers’ support of employee financial wellness.They discuss what "employee financial wellness...

Understanding the Customer Experience with Sarah Diegnan

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 90, Coffey talks with Sarah Diegnan about the systems used to create exceptional customer experiences.They discuss the correlation between ...

All the Letters in the News: AI, GPT, EEOC, ADA, UPS, NLRB with Jimmy Taylor

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 89, our inaugural HR news conversation, Coffey talks with Jimmy Taylor about the impact of artificial intelligence on HR, the EEOC’s open...

The Overtitling Craze and How to Remedy It with Tammy Polk

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 88, Coffey talks with Tammy Polk about the practice of inflating job titles. They discuss the roots of overtitling; undertraining promoted ...

Employment Investigations with John Hagan

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 87, Coffey talks with John Hagan about best practices for employment investigations.They discuss the criteria for determining when an inves...

The Employment Visa Process, Step by Step with Dobrina Ustun

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 86, Coffey talks with Dobrina Ustun about the nuts and bolts of sponsoring an employment visa and common challenges employers face.They dis...

Mental Health and the Americans with Disabilities Act with Janette Levey

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 85, Coffey talks with Janette Levey about the intersection between the Americans with Disabilities Act and mental health. They discuss empl...

What California's Labor Law Changes Might Predict for the Rest of the US with Michael Kalt

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 84, Coffey talks with Michael Kalt about the California labor law landscape and its influence on the rest of the US.They discuss the differ...

Neuroscience's Impact on Leadership with Dr. Jason Jones

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 83, Coffey talks with Dr. Jason Jones about what behavioral neuroscience teaches us about leadership.They discuss the role and definition o...

Successful Mergers & Acquisitions with Diane Gallo

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 82, Coffey talks with Diane Gallo about people considerations for successful mergers and acquisitions.They discuss the inevitable change of...

The Importance of Storytelling for Leaders with Christina Harbridge

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 81, Coffey talks with Christina Harbridge about storytelling as a tool for leaders to create engaging communication. They discuss the impor...

Confronting Underperformance with Randy Anderson

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 80, Coffey talks with Randy Anderson about confronting and managing underperformance. They discuss the spectrum of underperformance; managi...

Identifying High Potential Future Leaders with Deb Calvert

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 79, Coffey talks with Deb Calvert about improving succession planning to identify and prepare future leaders.They discuss the problems with...

Advocacy Preview: Texas' 88th Legislative Session with Matt Abel & Tommy Simmons

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 78, Coffey talks with Matt Abel & Tommy Simmons about the 88th Texas Legislature’s possible impact on employers in Texas. They discus...

2023 HR Resolution: Pay Your Employees Correctly with Patrick Richter

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 77, Coffey talks with Patrick Richter about paying your employees fairly and legally.They discuss significant changes in employment in the ...

2023 HR Resolution: Don't Get Sued! with Chris Antone

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 76, Coffey talks with Christopher Antone about preventing employment-related litigation.They discuss management's obligation to preserve a ...

2023 HR Resolution: Create a Culture Where People Thrive with Tony Bridwell

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 75, Coffey talks with Tony Bridwell about understanding culture from a perspective of storytelling to create a positive place to work.They ...

2023 HR Resolution: Ask For What You Need with Suzanne Lucas

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 74, Coffey talks with Suzanne Lucas about the evolution of HR through the last three years and how to ask for what it needs in 2023.They di...

2023 HR Resolution: Plan for the Next Generation of Leaders with Lisa Blanton

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 73, Coffey talks with Lisa Blanton about succession and career development planning for organizations of all sizes. They discuss the import...

2023 HR Resolution: Make Time for Strategy with Richard Medcalf

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 72, Coffey kicks off a year-end series of conversations on New Year’s resolutions for people leaders. This week, he talks with Richard Me...

Life in the Leadership Lane: Mike Coffey on Earned Admiration

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 71, Bruce Waller interviews Coffey on Bruce’s podcast, Life in the Leadership Lane. They talk about Coffey’s early career; the value of...

What Business Leaders Need to Know About Psychedelics with Matt Zemon

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 70, Coffey talks with Matt Zemon about the workplace implications of the use of ketamine and other psychedelics.They discuss the therapeuti...

Employment-Based Immigration with Kevin Lashus

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 69, Coffey talks with Kevin Lashus about employment-based immigration.They discuss the relationship between education-based immigration and...

Employee-Driven Philanthropy with Shannon Duvall

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 68, Coffey talks with Shannon Duvall about the performance and cultural benefits of encouraging employees to pursue their philanthropic pas...

Unions are Cool Again with Jon Hyman

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 67, Coffey talks with Jon Hyman about the reinvigorated union movement in the US.They discuss the main factors causing a renewed focus on u...

Respecting Individuality and Building a Community with Dr. Whitnee Boyd

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 66, Coffey talks with Dr. Whitnee Boyd about the power of identity and sense of belonging in the workplace.They discuss the differences bet...

OnlyFans and Other Off-Duty Conduct with David Miklas

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 65, Coffey talks with David Miklas about employers’ concerns about employees’ off-duty conduct.They discuss first amendment protections...

Remote Workplace Policies with Mary Ann Fulgium

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 64, Coffey talks with Mary Ann Fulgium about the legal and cultural implications of remote work.They discuss the value of collaboration and...

Workplace Bullies and Abrasive Leaders with Catherine Mattice

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 63, Coffey talks with Catherine Mattice about bullying and turning "toxic" management into successful leadership.They discuss the definitio...

Effective New Hire Orientations with Catherine Clifton

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 62, Coffey talks with Catherine Clifton about the link between new-hire orientation and employee engagement and retention. They discuss th...

Quiet Quitting: Improving Employee Engagement and Retention with Brandon Jordan

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 61, Coffey talks with Brandon Jordan about the "quiet quitting" phenomenon; employee experience; using behavioral assessments to improve ne...

Building Great Teams Through Communication That Connects with Ashley Smalley

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 60, Coffey talks with Ashley Smalley about leading with authenticity to create teams that connect. They discuss what it means for leaders t...

Spreadsheets & Soft Skills: The Relationship Between HR and Finance with Ashley Taylor

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 59, Coffey talks with CPA Ashley Taylor about corporate finance and its relationship to human resources.They discuss the difference between...

You Keep Using That Word: HR Terms People Get Wrong, Part 1 with Jimmy Taylor

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 58, Coffey talks with Jimmy Taylor about frequently misused HR terminology and leadership development.They discuss Texas SHRM and its missi...

Resetting the Clock: Practical Employee Relations with Michael J. Mirarchi

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 57, Coffey talks with Michael J. Mirarchi about training leaders to avoid employment litigation rather than simply training for compliance....

Economic and Labor Market Trends with Richard Froeschle

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 56, Coffey talks with Richard Froeschle about unraveling the workforce and economic market trends in Texas.They discuss the "COVID-based re...

Strategies for Dealing with Uncertainty with Andrew Bartlow

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 55, Coffey talks with Andrew Bartlow about "the perfect storm" hitting HR for the last few years and how to navigate it. They discuss the i...

Managing People in the Hospitality Industry with Lauren Pearce

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 54, Coffey talks with Lauren Pearce about the unique world of hospitality talent management. They discuss post-pandemic people management i...

Coaching vs. Fixing Employees with Kristine Conway

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 53, Coffey talks with Kristine Conway about leadership development through coaching.They discuss the misconceptions of coaching; the differ...

Leading to Ensure Human Dignity with Dr. Robyn Short

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 52, Coffey talks with Dr. Robyn Short about the impact of respecting individuals’ dignity on organizational performance.They discuss how ...