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The PULSE of HRS2_Ep 4 - Cultivating CultureThe Pulse of HR Podcast: Episode on Cultivating CultureIn this engaging episode of "The Pulse of HR," we explore the art and science of cultivating a strong, positive workplace culture. Join our hosts, Dr. Robin K. Butler & Angela Hooper-Menifield, as they engage in a compelling conversation and share their insights on building and nurturing a thriving company culture.Listeners will discover:The Essence of Culture: Understanding what workplace culture truly means and why it's a critical factor in an organization's success.Core Elements: Identifying the key components...2024-05-2032 minThe PULSE of HRS2_Ep2: Psychological Safety (Part 1)The Pulse of HR Podcast: Episode on Psychological Safety (Part 1)In this insightful episode of "The Pulse of HR," we dive deep into the critical concept of psychological safety in the workplace. Join our hosts, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Dr. Robin K. Butler, as they sit down to explore how creating an environment where employees feel safe to speak up, take risks, and be their authentic selves can transform a company's culture and drive performance.Listeners will gain valuable insights into:Defining Psychological Safety: Understanding what psychological safety is and why...2024-04-1324 minThe PULSE of HRS2_Ep3: Psychological Safety (Part 2)The Pulse of HR Podcast: Episode on Psychological Safety (Part 2)In this insightful episode of "The Pulse of HR," we dive deep into the critical concept of psychological safety in the workplace. Join our hosts, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Dr. Robin K. Butler, as they sit down to explore how creating an environment where employees feel safe to speak up, take risks, and be their authentic selves can transform a company's culture and drive performance.Listeners will gain valuable insights into:Defining Psychological Safety: Understanding what psychological safety is and why it...2024-04-1324 minThe PULSE of HRS2_Episode 1: Reigniting the Pulse of HR: A Conversation on Leadership, Identity, and Navigating Industry TrendsDiscover the heartbeat of HR discourse as we, your HR Practitioners Angela Hooper-Menifield and Robin K. Butler, reignite our passion for empowering conversations in this much-awaited podcast revival. Together, we promise a treasury of knowledge, blending federal and private sector expertise to guide professionals, small business owners, and entrepreneurs through the labyrinth of HR practices. Our candid dialogues are anchored in real-world experiences, and we're here to help you navigate the latest industry trends with empathy and precision.As we share our personal journeys, including a serendipitous discovery about my husband's and my parallel paths, we explore...2024-04-0924 min
The PULSE of HRS1_Ep16_Mandatory Vaccinations: Where Do You Stand?Welcome to Episode 16 of Season 1 of the Pulse of HR with your HR Practitioners Angela Hooper-Menifield and Robin K. Butler.(RECORDED JUNE 2021)This episode explores the dilemma many organizations are facing regarding the implications of mandating vaccinations. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/13/health/houston-hospital-vaccine-mandate-lawsuit.htmlhttps://www.fisherphillips.com/news-insights/first-lawsuit-challenging-mandatory-covid-19-vaccine-may-shed-light-on-employer-parameters.htmlJoin us as we dig into this matter.This weeks heart topic discusses an example of having a candid conversation with an employee that can be a WIN for the both employee and organization.H...2022-07-0131 min
The PULSE of HRS1_Episode 15_Beyond the PledgeWelcome to Episode 15 of Season 1 of the Pulse of HR with your HR Practitioners Angela Hooper-Menifield and Robin K. Butler.(RECORDED MAY 2021)This episode explores the fact that over the past year plus, over $12 billion dollars have been pledged in the name of Social Justice, $8 Billion of which came from companies. While we embrace and love the fact that so much money has been 'pledged', it begs us to question, what has happened "Beyond the Pledge"?Monies pledge as of March 2021 - https://apnews.com/article/whole-foods-market-inc-race-and-ethnicity-beyonce-knowles-corporate-giving-coronavirus-pandemic-65357480c89de284c6f0feb2f4b...2022-07-0133 min
The PULSE of HRS1_Ep14 - Training in a Post-COVID WorldWelcome to Episode 14 of Season 1 of the Pulse of HR with your HR Practitioners Angela Hooper-Menifield and Robin K. Butler.This episode explores the re-opening of business and the resumption of meetings and in -person events now that approximately 50% of America has been vaccinated. We also discuss the future of learning trends for 2020-2021. The basis for the discussion can be found here - https://www.td.org/atd-blog/the-future-of-l-d-5-learning-trends-for-2021 This weeks heart topic discusses some of the additional areas of concern organizations should consider as things open back up and specifically, in regards to...2021-04-1931 min
The PULSE of HRS1_Ep13 - "Is It Legal?" with Guest Dan Bausé, EsqListen as your favorite HR Practitioners, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler, your hosts of The Pulse of HR discuss current trends in employment law including social justice, COVID, the Me Too Movement, and others topics facing organizations and HR Practitioners.Dan Bausé has been attorney at O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble LLC since 2012 and has amassed extensive litigation and trial experience in that time. Dan specializes in employment law, with a significant emphasis in wrongful termination and workplace harassment matters and represents plaintiff’s in a variety of different cases. He attend...2021-03-2434 min
The PULSE of HRS1_Ep012 - "Is Free Speech Free?"Join your Pulse of HR Podcast Co-hosts, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler as they dive into a topic that has been debated for centuries and continues to be discussed in mainstream media, "Is Free Speech Free?"Whether you thought Colin Kaepernick's speech (or kneel) was the precursor to the end of his NFL (National Football League) career or the actions at the Capital on January 6, 2021 should have led to arrests - you clearly have some thoughts regarding the Freeness of Speech2021-03-2330 min
The PULSE of HREpisode 11_Are Your Advances Welcomed - Part 2The Pulse of HR Co-hosts, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler dig deep into the topic that fueled the #MeToo movement these past few years and discuss sexual harassment in the workplace. This episode is the PART 2 of the discussion that was sparked by recent news articles in sports, specifically major league baseball.This episode title, "Are Your Advances Welcomed? - Part 2" focuses on clarifying and defining what harassment is - sexual and nonsexual. They each get a little personal and share their experience as both an...2021-03-0833 min
The PULSE of HRS1_Ep10_"Are Your Advances Welcomed?" - Part 1The Pulse of HR Co-hosts, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler dig deep into the topic and fueled the #MeToo movement these past few years and discuss sexual harassment in the workplace. This episode was sparked by recent news articles in sports, specifically major league baseball. This episode title, "Are Your Advances Welcomed?" focuses on some of the challenges faced in the workplace by many, specifically many women, when working in professions that are dominated by men. They each get a little personal and share their exp...2021-03-0329 min
The PULSE of HREpisode 9_Need to Pivot? Let's Identify Your Transferable SkillsEpisode 9 of The Pulse of HR is all about how to Pivot with the intention of effectively articulating your transferable skills. Robin K. Butler and Angela Hooper-Menifield share how they have assisted clients using DISC assessments to DISCover their additional transferable skills. If you are unclear as to what your 1 dominant style is - please go to www.mydiscreport.com to grab your one pager and then reach out to us at thepulseofhr@gmail.com to schedule your assessment to focus specifically on your skills and what positions might best sui...2021-01-2129 min
The PULSE of HREpisode 008_2021 HR Trends and TopicsWelcome to the first episode of 2021 of "The Pulse of HR" with your co-hosts Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler. In this episode, your HR practitioners discuss some of notes trends projected for 2021 for based on multiple HR resources and provides a preview into some of the areas or topics they will focus their guests and podcasts.Articles discussedTrends_HR ExecutiveTop 10 Trends _ Digital HR Tech11 Trends_HR Trend Institute"First Fridays" - a new monthly event targeting HR professionals, businesses a...2021-01-0829 min
The PULSE of HREpisode 007_Powerful Pivots - Part 2 with Danielle ElllisWelcome to the "Pulse of HR" episode 7 - as special guest Danielle Ellis joins your co-hosts and HR Practitioners, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler.Danielle has over 25 years of management experience with a focus in human resources, as both a United States Army Officer and senior federal civil service employee with the Department of Defense. She took a leap faith and followed her passion into the nonprofit sector in 2017, landing a position as the Executive Director of a human services organization providing housing and comprehensive services to...2020-12-2330 min
The PULSE of HREpisode 006_Powerful Pivots with Ayo ThomasJoin your HR Practitioners, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler as they discuss POWERFUL PIVOTS in 2020. Powerful Pivots includes guest HR Practitioner Ayo Thomas. Ayo Thomas is a highly enthusiastic Chief Creative Officer with a comprehensive background in developing Human Capital strategies to drive business growth, and creating a culture of excellence for creative talent and women's empowerment.As the Chief Visionary behind Women Own Excellence Magazine. Ayo used her creative gifts in content creation and media to produce the digital go-to guide for women seeking to soar in...2020-12-0931 min
The PULSE of HREp5_Recruitment in Academia with Guest Dean Charles MenifieldIn this episode of "The Pulse of HR", your HR Practitioners Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler interview Charles Menifield, Dean of the School of Public Affairs and Administration (SPAA) of Rutgers University - Newark. His research interests lie primarily in the areas of budgeting and financial management, public health and welfare, and policing. His most recent articles have appeared in Public Administration Review, Transport Policy, Journal of Public Budgeting, Accounting and Financial Management, International Journal of Public Administration, and State and Local Government Review. This episode's H.E.A.R.T. topic focuses on...2020-11-2530 min
The PULSE of HREpisode 004_How to Effectively Recruit with Guest Louis Montgomery2020-11-1130 min
The PULSE of HREpisode 003_ How to Effectively Recruit - Part 2HR Practitioners Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler continue the topic of how to effectively recruit by discussing the PROS and CONS of the various methods.2020-10-2829 minThe PULSE of HREpisode 002_How to Effectively Recruit - Part 1Your HR Practitioners, Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler, share effective recruiting tips for HR Practitioners and other HR Professionals while also ensuring the Entrepreneur & Small Business Owner is able to effectively acquire talent as well. Part 1 focuses on the prerequisites to recruitment & the actual task of recruiting.The weekly H.E.A.R.T. Topics shares a viewpoint on an issue not only topical for 2020 but for workforces globally during any season.We have included a list of the top recruitment sites per www.thebalancecareers.comThe Top 10 Best Websites For...2020-10-2730 minThe PULSE of HRMeet Your Human Resource (HR) PractitionersHR Practitioners Angela Hooper-Menifield & Robin K. Butler share their extensive background as HR Practitioners in both the Public and Private sectors as they describe why HR is the "Heart" of an organization.H - HonestyE - Equity & EqualityA - AccountabilityR - ResiliencyT - Transparency This episode speaks to the value aspiring and proficient HR Practitioners will gain from subscribing to this Podcast as well as supervisors, small business owners and entrepreneurs without their own HR s...2020-09-3029 min