Transform Your Workplace
Episodes
Pitching a Better Leadership Model
08 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What do baseball and business have in common? According to Mark Greenburg, author of Elevated Leadership - A Pitch by Pitch Guide to Business, Life a...
Inside Xenium: Everything You Need to Start a Company Book Club
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We go behind the scenes and inside Xenium in this episode. Brandon Laws shares the entire blueprint for starting a book group in your organization. Yo...
Improving the Candidate Experience and HR & Recruiting Trends for 2019
23 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Paige Tamlyn joins the podcast to discuss the report from Glassdoor "50 HR and Recruiting Stats for 2019." Paige and Brandon discuss candidate experie...
More Consciousness, Less Feedback
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk feedback. Though it's become part of modern workplace culture, Carol Sanford, author of No More Feedback - Cultivate Consciousness at Wo...
Meet With Purpose: How to Make Pointless Meetings Productive
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been there. It's Monday morning, the to-do list is a mile long, the in-box is overflowing, and the last thing you want to do is attend the w...
Important Announcement
04 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're changing the name of our podcast to be called Transform Your Workplace. This Human Resources for Small Business podcast originally began as a ...
Bias is Everywhere—Even Your Hiring Process
29 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of talk about bias nowadays. But recognizing it is only the first step. Eliminating bias in the hiring process is critical—but it's no...
HR's Presence is Requested
25 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The remote vs. in-office debate continues to rage on and HR isn't exempt from the discussion.The in-office side highlights what face-time brings to co...
Generation Z - What Can We Expect?
15 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
For years, industry experts have only talked about how millennials will change the workforce. Well, they're here and are making up a large part of the...
Finding Belonging in the Workplace
07 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As humans, we've never been more connected—or more polarized based on our differences. But there is hope. Howard J. Ross, author of Our Search for B...
Managing the Seas of Change
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to business, change is a given. It's how a company handles it that makes all the difference. Nicole Carey, Senior HR Business Partner at...
Creating an All-Star Culture
13 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered why sports metaphors like "slam dunk" are used in business, Travis Hansen is a great reference. He's succeeded in both worlds,...
All the Lonely Workers
30 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Humans today are more connected than ever before, and yet isolation and loneliness are at an all time high. Listen in as Brandon Laws and Paige Tamlyn...
Cracking the Code to Great Culture
24 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Culture. Everybody agrees that it's important and yet, it's so rare to find a workplace that gets it right. This week, Xenium's Tyler Meuwissen and Br...
2019 HR Predictions
15 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What's Up in the Workplace, Lacey Partipilo and Brandon Laws state several bold HR predictions for 2019. Email Brandon Laws at b...
Unlocking Efficiency With Iteration
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to business, big changes are always a challenge. Unless you're Ed Muzio, CEO of Group Harmonics and author of Iterate: Run a Fast, Flex...
Are Shorter Workweeks on the Horizon?
02 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you worked uninterrupted, could you get your work done in 5 hours or less? 45% of full time workers worldwide say that they could. Is the era of th...
What's Up in the Workplace - Holiday Parties Done the Right Way
19 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What's Up in the Workplace, Brandon Laws and Lacey Partipilo discuss work holiday parties. Should employers host them and if so, wh...
How to Focus on What's Going Well
11 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What if we told you three simple words could change your entire mindset? Greg Bell, author of What's Going Well? The Question Changes Everything, is h...
Inside B.S. Incorporated
04 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today, the podcast isn't big business as usual—we're getting literary. Jennifer Rock and Michael Voss, authors of B.S., Incorporated, join us to dis...
Building Culture & Attracting Talent - Live Event CEO Panel Discussion
30 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this segment from a CEO panel at the 2018 Leadership & Economic Summit in Portland, Oregon, three CEOs discuss employee engagement, building cultur...
Welcome to the Era of Social Enterprise
20 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There's a shift happening in the business world. Jeff Mike, VP and HR research leader of Deloitte Consulting, joins us to discuss "The Rise of the Soc...
A Unique Benefit Millennials Will Thank You For
13 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Many millennials entering the workforce are burdened with student loan debt. And according to some articles, the average student in the class of 2016...
#Whats up in the Workplace 07 - How Political Views are Impacting the Workplace
06 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this What's Up in the Workplace, Lacey Partipilo and Brandon Laws discuss how the political views from the mid-term election is impacting the workp...
#160 - Bring Your Human to Work, with Erica Keswin
30 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As humans, we're wired to connect with others and build relationships. We spend most of our time at work, so it should be no surprise that our relatio...
#159 - Bringing Tech Benefits to HR
23 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Technology has changed so many things in the workplace, from the way we communicate, to how we get things done. It was only a matter of time before HR...
#158 - Finding Ways to Engage Employees
16 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Every year, companies are spending hundreds of millions of dollars to increase employee engagement. But is it working? And why is it so important anyw...
#157 - How Managers and Employees Can Work Better Together
09 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Perkins and Brandon Laws discuss how the DISC assessment and DISC InterACTION Guide can help colleagues or people in a manager/employees relati...
#156 - Driven by Purpose
03 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought about the link between company culture and growth? Shawn Busse certainly has. The CEO of Kinesis and author of Marketing from the Inside ...
#What's Up in the Workplace 06 - Trends in HR & Recruiting
25 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Lacey Partipilo and Brandon Laws discuss several mind-blowing statistics from the Glassdoor Statistical Reference Guide for Recruiters, including why ...
#155 - One Business Owner's Solution to Work Life Balance
20 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are you someone that works to live or lives to work? That's what James Sudakow, business owner and author of the new book Out of the Blur: A Delirious...
#154 - In-house HR vs. HR Consultant - How are the roles different?
11 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Paige Tamlyn, HR Generalist at Xenium HR, provides a first-hand look at the differences between in-house HR professionals and external HR consultants,...
#153 - Planning for the Next Generation
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Every company experiences it at some point—the changing of the guard. And with the current generational shift from boomers in leadership to Gen-Xers...
#152 - Good Things Come Back Around with Lee Caraher
21 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you love someone, set them free. Old advice for the lovelorn, but also, a great way to treat your employees. Lee Caraher, author and CEO of Doub...
#151 - Developing Employees with Engaging Microlearning
14 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Continuous, active employee development is a crucial part of employee retention and success. But in our modern, technology-dominated world, it can be ...
#150 - How to Prioritize Relationships in a Transaction-Based Business
31 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In fast-paced, commoditized industries, it's easy to lose sight of bigger company values when we're intently focused on getting to our next transactio...
#149 - Jennifer Powers: Putting Your Ego to Work
24 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ego tends to get bad rap—especially in the workplace. So is the ideal employee the person with no ego? And is that even possible?Jennifer Powers, pr...
#What's Up in the Workplace 05 - Voluntary Turnover and How You Can Fight It
12 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
With the unemployment rate hovering at around 4% nationally, skilled employees are in high demand. Ultimately, that leads to a spike in voluntary turn...
#147 - Doing Good, Building Culture
03 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There was a time when the only way you could give back at work was to work at a non-profit. Those days are over. Employees are looking for more and co...
#146 - A New Approach to Performance Management with Michael Bungay Stanier
27 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Improving employee performance is such a big part of company success. But what tools and tactics really improve performance and what's just getting in...
#145 - A Little Kindness Changes Everything
20 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you think about the things that drive business profit, does kindness come to mind? Linda Cohen, author and the Kindness Catalyst, certainly hopes...
#144 - Is it time to reconstruct healthcare?
12 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last 16 years, healthcare premiums have increased by 200%. Inevitable? Just how the system has to be? Not according to Michael Menerey, autho...
#What's Up in the Workplace 04 - Why the leadership changes at Nike are a lesson for businesses
08 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Lacey Partipilo and Brandon Laws discuss the recent shake up at Nike at the senior leadership level and why it's a good lesson on diversity for other ...
Do you know how do your benefits & perks stack up against the competition?
06 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler Meuwissen joins Brandon Laws for a quick, emergency podcast to share what he's working on with the Beyond Compensation: Total Rewards survey and...
Ep. 141 - Bringing Energy into the Workplace
22 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Creating a workplace where everyone is engaged and thriving is no easy task. For Linda Binns, it all comes down to the personal. An energy coach and s...
Ep. 140 - Turning Survey Results into Action
15 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How's your company culture nowadays? If you ask Eric Gregg, CEO and founder of Inavero, you should start by checking your Employee Net Promoter Score ...
What's Up in the Workplace 03 - email after work, miserable managers, pay transparency
08 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In episode three of What's Up in the Workplace, Lacey Partipilo and Brandon Laws discuss how one city is trying to limit email after work, why middle ...
The Science Behind Decision Making
01 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought about why you make the decisions you do? And how you know it's the right one? From acting on intuition to weighing the risks and rewards,...
How an A-Team is Built
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
While a manager should be focused on helping people develop at work, that role is so often lost in the day-to-day shuffle. Whitney Johnson, author of ...
How Technology is Changing Recruiting
17 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Aman Brar, CEO of Canvas, a text-based interviewing platform, joins Brandon Laws for a future-oriented discussion about the impact technology is h...
What's Up in the Workplace 02 - No A-holes, Severance Policies, and Running a Business Like a Gym
10 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of What's Up in the Workplace, Lacey Partipilo and Brandon Laws discuss why one CEO is keeping "assholes" out of the workplace, ...
How to Handle Employee Complaints
03 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Complaints are an unfortunate but inevitable part of working in human resources. But not all employers know how to handle complaints and investigation...
How to Prepare a Rising Star for Leadership
26 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's a common mistake to promote star employees into leadership roles before they're ready, or before they fully understand their new responsibilities...
How to Create a 'Powerful' Culture
15 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Radical honesty, the importance of cultural fit—these terms are familiar to most of us. But when Patty McCord, Chief Talent Officer of Netflix, firs...
One Company's Approach to Team Building
06 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Lain Hensley and Odyssey Teams are redefining the typical corporate team building program. And it came out of a need to bring people closer together, ...
What's Up in the Workplace: Bots, What New HR Pros Need to Know, One on Ones
27 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of the series What's Up in the Workplace, Lacey Partipilo joins Brandon Laws for a fun and engaging discussion on three articles ...
3 of the Best Ways to Prevent Harassment in the Workplace
20 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been reading the headlines. There's never been a more important time to talk about harassment & discrimination in the workplace. Suzi Alligo...
HR Trends to Watch for in 2018
06 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In 2017, human resources had a heavy focus on compliance. This is typical in an inauguration year; a new administration in the White House usually bri...
The Benefits of Taking a Break
29 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you could take some time off from your job? Not just a vacation but a significant, life-resetting break? Lacy Partipilo, a Senior HR Busines...
Enlisting Veterans into the Workforce
11 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Veterans have shown their country dedication and commitment. So how do employers return the favor? Michael Weiss, an HR Account Representative at Xeni...
The Real Potential of Emotional Agility
26 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You've heard about "emotional intelligence." So what's "emotional agility" and how is it different? Xenium's own Tyler Meuwissen joins us to discuss a...
Diversity is More Than Just Quotas
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Diversity. It's a hot topic in human resources right now. But it's how you put it into practice that makes all the difference. Steve Lowisz, entrepren...
Creating Culture Through Communication
08 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How do you turn your company culture into something that can build your business from the inside out? It's all about communication. Victoria Dew, CEO ...
Developing Careers from the Ground Up
24 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the right people can be a challenge at every level, in any industry. One way to handle it? Create more entry level jobs that allow people to g...
Planting the Seeds of Great Leadership
17 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What do landscaping and leadership development have in common? A lot more than you think. Jeff McManus, former landscaper and author of "Growing Weede...
How to Find People Who Fit Your Culture
07 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Attitude, aptitude, accomplishments, adaptability, appreciation, amiability. Those are the six key attributes of "Attributional Interviewing" and they...
Workplace Relationships Matter. Heres How to Improve Them.
24 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Most of the time, we don't get to choose who we work with every day. But our coworkers and our relationships with them are crucial to our day-to-day w...
How Compassion Can Change Your Culture
18 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We know empathy is important in relationships, but what about at work? Karen Millsap, CEO of Egency and TEDx speaker, joins us to share her story and ...
How to Modernize Your Outdated Employee Handbook
11 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When they're created thoughtfully, employee handbooks can be useful tools for your employees not just when they're new to your company, but over the c...
Are You Stressed, or Are You Burned Out? Here's How to Tell.
03 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us have been there: a stressful day at work turns into a hectic month, a hectic month turns into a punishing year, and a punishing year turns ...
Mastering the Art of Conversation
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We all know communication is key to successful collaboration at work. But that doesn't mean it's easy. Craig Weber, author of "Conversational Capacity...
The Isolation of Modern Professionals
19 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are modern professionals more alone or does it just feel that way? From remote employees to communication technology, many factors are changing workpl...
Business as a Force for Good
12 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For a long time, running a corporation and doing good have been at odds with each other. But times have changed. Listen in as we chat with Cameron Mad...
Making the Most of Your Talent
01 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We all know it's important to recruit and hire great talent. But are you doing enough to grow and develop the people you already have? James Sudakow, ...
The Positive Effects of Magnetic Leaders
22 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Attracting and retaining the right talent is one of the biggest challenges of running a successful business. So, what's the secret? The key, according...
Why They Follow - How to Lead with Positive Influence with Author Scott Love
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How do you establish yourself as a leader who people want to be around, support, and follow? How do you nourish a thriving, growing, constantly develo...
Next Level Leadership
14 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Next Level Leadership course courses.xeniumhr.comEnter promo code "PODCAST" for 25% in August and September 2017 Transcript: Brandon: Hey, Brandon ...
Transformational Talent with Matt Schwartz
08 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what the best and brightest recruiters are doing to find top talent? Matt Schwartz, Founder and President of MJS Executive Search offers u...
How to Navigate a Drastic Career Change
01 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You've gone to school, done the internships, gotten the certifications, landed the dream job, and spent 10 years establishing yourself in the field......
How to Retain Your Best People with Jeff Kortes
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It's straightforward stuff: retaining your talented employees is necessary for your organization to grow and thrive. What's less straightforward is wh...
Why Great Leaders Work on Themselves First
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
To be a great leader, you must first establish and follow your own life plan. That's the premise of the book Living Forward: A Proven Plan to Stop Dri...
How to Guarantee a Great Hire
11 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The recruiting and onboarding process allow an employer to set the tone and expectations for a new employee's experience with a company. So how do you...
Why Growing Beyond 10 Employees is so Painful
05 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Getting your company off the ground to a sustainable place should be the hardest part of starting a company, right? That's what many think, and how th...
How a Fear-Based Work Environment Could be Holding your Organization Back
27 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Fear can often be a helpful emotion – it keeps us from ending up in risky, potentially harmful situations. But when does fear hold us back from reac...
Time Management Hacks
20 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Time is precious. So why is it so challenging for us to prioritize and effectively manage where our time goes? Are there proven methods that could hel...
Graceful Transitions- How to Part Ways with an Employee the Right Way
14 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this unusual podcast episode, Senior HR Business Partner Molly Kelley opens up about her decision to transition out of her role at Xenium. She and ...
100th Episode Celebration - Mailbag Q&A with Lacey Halpern
06 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Episode number one started with Lacey Halpern, a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Xenium HR, so we brought her back to celebrate episode num...
How to Prevent Workplace Bullying
31 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference between bullying and harassment, and when do they become the same thing? What are the stages of bullying and how can you catch t...
How Authentic Mission, Vision, and Values Can Transform your Culture
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of buzz around establishing a compelling mission, vision, and values for your company. But what are the real world impacts of having the...
How to Resolve Conflict in the Workplace with Chris Sheesley
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Conflict and disagreement are inherent parts of human existence. The simple fact is that no matter how congenial and friendly and inclusive your organ...
HR Trends, the Future of HR, and Employer Branding with Brandon Laws
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of our upcoming 100th episode, we're turning the mic on our regular host, Brandon Laws. Listen in as Angela Perkins, VP of Sales & Marketing,...
What a Results-Only Work Environment Could Do for Your Organization
01 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
So often, we measure and talk about our work day in terms of time - the 40 hour week, the 9-to-5 job, the flex-time perk, and more. Jody Thompson, co-...
Invisible Influence: The Hidden Forces that Shape Behavior - Book Discussion & Review
24 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How much of our decision making is truly born out of our own deeply held beliefs and values rather than a product of messaging from brands and media o...
'Picking the Low Hanging Fruit' and Other Stupid Stuff We Say in the Corporate World - with Author James Sudakow
17 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been the new person at a company, trying to get our footing in a new role and within a new industry. It can be a lot to take in, particularl...
The 3 Pillars of Trust and How to Utilize Them to Strengthen Workplace Culture
10 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
As human beings, we are attuned to detect trustworthiness. It's often a gut feeling we get about a person, an organization, a brand, a place - almost ...
When "I Saw Your Post" becomes a Problem
03 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to social media, the lines between public and private are blurred—especially in the workplace. There's certainly nothing wrong with co...
The Problems with the Open-Office Trend
28 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The open office is definitely having a moment. One of many workplace trends that's made its way from Silicon Valley to offices everywhere, it's meant ...
Layoffs & New Hires, Layoffs & New Hires - How Work Share Can Break this Cycle
22 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Your company has fallen on hard times, and you have no choice but to let go of highly skilled, talented employees - who you may have a hard time track...
Leveraging Informational Interviews for Your Employees' Development
15 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Informational interviewing can give you or your employees the opportunity to gain perspective and hear tips and advice when at a career crossroads. So...
How to Get the Most Out of Your Mentor Program
08 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Gaining direct access to the knowledge and skills of others can be a challenge for those who have the desire to grow professionally. But what if emplo...