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HR UnpluggedWhat Is HR's Business Impact? Help the C-Suite See HR's Strategic InfluenceWhat’s stopping HR leaders from being heard in the boardroom?It’s not always about strategy or experience. Often, it’s about how they communicate their value and impact.Host Vanessa Brulotte sits down with Sara Jones, CEO of InclusionPro and acclaimed TED speaker. Together, they discuss how HR professionals can grow their influence through strategic framing, storytelling, and public speaking. Sara shares success stories from the leaders she’s coached, proving that with the right approach, HR’s influence can extend across the entire organization.Key takeaways:How to frame HR work in...
2025-09-3031 minHR UnpluggedAre You a Dream Manager? How to Help Employees Set and Achieve GoalsAre your employees just working, or are they growing, too?Many people feel stuck at work because no one’s ever asked them about their dreams. But what if you made space for that conversation?Kate Volman, CEO of Floyd Consulting and author of Do What You Love, joins host Vanessa Brulotte to talk about what it means to support employees as whole people with their own dreams. Kate shares why personal dreams belong in the workplace and how they can be a secret weapon for retention, culture, and performance. She also discusses how leaders ca...
2025-09-1637 minHR UnpluggedBuilding a Top Talent Destination: BambooHR's Nancy Boyce on Employer BrandsWhat makes a workplace truly stand out to job seekers? It’s not just the perks or the pay. It’s the story you tell and the experience you deliver.In this episode, Vanessa Brulotte sits down with Nancy Boyce, Senior Employer Brand Manager at BambooHR. They discuss what it takes to create an authentic employer brand that connects with the right candidates and reflects the real employee experience.You’ll learn the difference between corporate and employer branding, the role of employee reviews, and why alignment between brand and experience matters more than ev...
2025-09-0230 minHR UnpluggedNo Tax on Overtime? Not Exactly. Compliance Changes You Need to Know in 2025What does “No Tax on Overtime” mean for your employees?With the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OB3), it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by what’s changing. Colleen Rynne, Senior Manager of Payroll Services Compliance at BambooHR, joins Vanessa Brulotte to help us make sense of the new provisions on tax deductions on overtime pay and tips. This is a must-listen for those in HR and payroll, or for anyone who wants to understand their tax returns going forward.You'll learn how to prep for year-end reporting, what qualifies for deductions, and how to t...
2025-08-1926 minHR UnpluggedThe AI Skeptic's Guide to Hiring Better, FasterAI is shaking up industries everywhere, including HR. But how much influence should technology have over the hiring process?Nancy Boyce, Senior Employer Brand Manager at BambooHR, joins host Vanessa Brulotte to explore how companies are using AI in recruiting today. With 15 years of hiring expertise, Nancy reveals when AI can help recruiters work smarter and where the human touch is still essential. She also shares practical tips for using AI tools, spotting misuse, and creating a transparent AI hiring policy.Key takeaways:Common misconceptions about AI in recruitingHow to spot AI-generated responses in...
2025-08-0522 minHR UnpluggedTell Better HR Data Stories: The Mindset Shift You Need in 2025HR was always meant to be a strategic partner to businesses, but it’s not always recognized that way.In this episode, Vanessa Brulotte speaks with Amy Mencarelli, Senior Director of People and Culture at Bloomerang, about how HR professionals can position themselves as key decision-makers by using data in meaningful, business-focused ways. Amy shares practical advice on how to track metrics and tell stories that spark action, presenting HR insights in a way leaders can use. Key takeaways:Tips for storytelling with data, not just reporting itWhy partnering with finance and IT elevates HR’...
2025-07-2236 minHR UnpluggedWant to Keep Your People? Change Your LeadershipPerks and benefits are nice, but they aren’t enough to retain the best talent. According to Jon Franko, co-founder of Gorilla 76, employees want transparency, growth opportunities, and a culture that supports their lives outside of work. In this episode, Vanessa Brulotte speaks with Jon about how building a culture based on core values and empathy can drive stronger employee retention. Jon shares how his Multiple Sclerosis (MS) diagnosis shaped his approach to supporting his team. Key takeaways:How to create a workplace people don’t want to leaveStrategies for building high-trust environments at workWh...
2025-07-0826 minHR UnpluggedLee Rubin's Blueprint for Belonging in the WorkplaceBuilding a sense of belonging at work starts with intentional effort. It’s shaped through consistent moments of connection, shared ownership, and a clear focus on community.In this episode, Vanessa Brulotte sits down with Lee Rubin, Co-Founder and CEO of Confetti. They explore practical ways HR leaders can move beyond surface-level engagement and create a stronger culture. Lee shares how to simplify employee participation, support managers in leading culture, and use feedback to show real impact.Key takeaways:How to design engagement that feels personalWhy culture should be owned beyond HRWays to show th...
2025-06-2435 minHR UnpluggedReplay: How Employee Recognition Impacts Retention, Culture, and Employee EngagementWords carry weight, and genuine appreciation goes a long way in making people feel valued and motivated.In this replay episode, BambooHR’s Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte chat with Trevor Larson, CEO at Nectar. They discuss how thoughtful recognition fuels employee engagement and helps retain your best talent. Together, they share simple ways to start a recognition program and how to make recognition a natural part of an organization’s culture.Key takeaways:How recognition influences productivity and performanceWhy executive buy-in drives recognition program successWhat your employee recognition program should include
2025-06-1037 minHR UnpluggedHow to Get the Right People in the Right SeatsHiring the right people isn’t about luck or gut feelings. It starts with a clear, consistent process and a solid understanding of what success looks like in each role. In this episode, Vanessa Brulotte talks with Jonathan D. Reynolds, CEO of Titus Talent Strategies. They discuss why most hiring efforts fall short and how to define measurable outcomes before bringing someone on board. Jonathan also explains why accountability after the hire matters. Key takeaways:Why your hiring strategies might not be workingThe importance of an objective hiring processHow to address underperformance promptly and fair...
2025-05-2741 minHR UnpluggedHow to Intentionally Map Your Career and Growth in HRMany of us fall into our roles without actively planning our career paths. But just because you’re in a role today doesn’t mean you’re stuck forever. In this episode of HR Unplugged, host Vanessa Brulotte is joined by returning guest Kelsey Tarp, Director of HR Business Partners at BambooHR, and executive coach Maria Kyriakos. Together, they discuss how HR professionals can take control of their career growth and mindfully plan their next steps.They share valuable insights on how to spot when you’re off track, the importance of experimenting in your career, a...
2025-05-1350 minHR UnpluggedThe Direct Tie Between Leaders and Employee PerformanceAre you leading your team or just managing them?The difference between a manager and a mentor can make all the difference. It shapes your team’s performance and longevity in the organization.In this episode of HR Unplugged, host Vanessa Brulotte talks with Clint Pulver, speaker, author, and President of The Center for Retention, to explore the deep connection between mentorship and employee performance. Clint shares insights from his groundbreaking undercover research across 400+ organizations and 11,000 employee interviews, revealing what makes people say “I love it here”—and mean it.Key takeaways:What emp...
2025-04-2938 minHR UnpluggedHow to Understand and Use Labor Market Data at Your OrgHR is a strategic function, and one of the best ways to prove it is by bringing data to the table.In this episode, host Vanessa Brulotte chats with Dr. Mallory Vachon, Chief Economist at LaborIQ, about how HR professionals can use labor market insights to influence hiring, pay, and retention strategies. With broad headlines often missing the full story, Mallory shares why labor data shouldn’t be taken at face value. She explains how to focus on what’s most relevant to your organization and where to find reliable sources. She also offers simple ways...
2025-04-1528 minHR UnpluggedReplay: How to Get New Hires on Board with Your Company Values (with Better Onboarding)A new hire’s first few months can make or break their long-term success at a company. This crucial period shapes their understanding of company culture, their role, and ultimately, whether they decide to stay or go. In this replay episode of HR Unplugged, former host Anita Grantham is joined by Megan Galloway, Founder of Everleader, to discuss how onboarding can make all the difference. Megan shares insights from her work with BambooHR to improve their onboarding process, highlighting the importance of leadership buy-in, manager involvement, and creating an experiential onboarding experience. Megan and Anita expl...
2025-04-0140 minHR UnpluggedCreating the Best Work Environment for Every GenerationToday's workplaces are more diverse than ever. With employees spanning five generations, each with unique expectations, how can companies create a culture that works for everyone?In this episode, host Vanessa Brulotte sits down with Tara Martell, Chief Customer Officer at BambooHR, and Kate Noel, SVP Head of People Operations at Morning Brew, to discuss the challenges and opportunities of managing a multigenerational workforce.They explore how generational differences shape communication, technology use, and career expectations—and why it’s crucial to move beyond stereotypes to focus on individual needs. Plus, they share practical ways to a...
2025-03-1838 minHR UnpluggedHow to Create Proper Dating Policies at WorkPeople spend a huge portion of their lives at work, so it’s no surprise that workplace relationships happen. But without clear policies, they can lead to conflicts of interest, unprofessional behavior, and even legal risks. When should employees disclose a relationship? How can HR set expectations without overstepping? What role does HR play in preventing harassment at work? A good workplace dating policy answers these questions while keeping things fair, professional, and easy to understand.Join us as Vanessa Brulotte, Employee Relations Partner at BambooHR, interviews Kelsey Tarp, Director of HR Business Partners at Bamb...
2025-03-0439 minHR UnpluggedHow AI Can Help HR Work Faster, Smarter, and BetterAI has been one of the biggest talking points in HR for the past five years and it has already transformed the way HR operates. Whether you are already using it in your processes or are keen to experiment, this episode offers plenty of actionable tips on the best practices and use cases for AI.Joining the episode are Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer at Lighthouse Research and Advisory and BambooHR’s Head of AI, Alan Whitaker, to share their experiences and advice for using AI the right way.Ethical considerations around bias are a co...
2025-02-1849 minHR UnpluggedThe Top Concerns for HR in the New YearIn between ongoing technological developments, new expectations from leaders, and lurking challenges, 2025 is promising to be a big year for HR teams. But how will the average HR leadership role change in the year ahead?For this episode, we grab the crystal ball and share our top predictions on how roles like Chief People Officer and more are changing as expectations broaden and tech makes new things possible. Vanessa Brulotte speaks with Brandon Welch, Head of Talent Acquisition at BambooHR, and Brad Warga, Partner at Heidrick & Struggles, to hear their takes on the top challenges facing HR...
2025-02-0448 minHR UnpluggedHiring and Retention—The Most Popular Topics from 2024What were the hottest HR topics of 2024? From navigating tricky hiring challenges to setting employees up for success, join Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte as they break down the ten most popular conversations from HR Unplugged in 2024!We discuss everything from how the "cake” framework connects to HR strategy to attracting bilingual candidates, and why recruiters shouldn’t feel subordinate to hiring managers. You’ll also hear about some of the guests we’ve had on the show, including Tim Sackett and Casey Bailey, along with tips on how HR professionals can earn credibility as new hire...
2025-01-2144 minHR UnpluggedSpeed Up Your Hiring Process and Find High Quality TalentFrom writing job descriptions to scheduling interviews, selecting applicants to assessing candidate quality, the hiring process is time-consuming and difficult. And after all that, the person who gets the job may not be the right fit! However, hiring well is vital to the ongoing success of any organization. In short, hiring needs to be done right.In this episode, we sit down with Tim Sackett, President of HRU Technical Resources and a best-selling HR author, to discuss how to make the hiring process as smooth as possible. We discuss measuring quality of hire, the reality of selecting...
2025-01-1452 minHR UnpluggedCompensation Trends for 2025: New Data Readout and HR AdviceCompensation is the reason people turn up for work. A great company culture helps, and the value of the work itself can make a difference, but realistically, money is what keeps people coming in each day. Indeed, compensation is one of the key factors in employee wellbeing, performance, and retention. However, as revealed in BambooHR's Compensation Trends for 2025 report, things are looking somewhat bleak in this area across the United States.In this episode, we chew over the report, talk about some of the key findings, and explain what’s going right and what’s going wrong for...
2025-01-0744 minHR UnpluggedBest Practices for Implementing 360 Feedback at Your BusinessDone right, 360 feedback is a great way of promoting growth in an organization, providing a more well-rounded view of individual and team performance, and strengthening collaboration. Done wrong, it can contribute to a culture of fear, lead to resentment, and be too focused on weakness rather than strength.In this episode, we sit down with Jordan Burton, Co-Founder of Talgo.io, to explore the ins and outs of 360 feedback. We discuss the challenges, the risks, and how to put in place a review system that leaves all parties satisfied. Jordan also offers some examples from...
2025-01-0256 minHR UnpluggedHow to Compete for Employee Attention in a Dopamine Addicted SocietyDopamine is one of the most important chemicals in the body, playing a role in controlling memory, mood, sleep, learning, concentration, and movement. However, the modern world is challenging for dopamine levels because of the way our environment and habits overstimulate the brain's 'reward center' while also reducing opportunities for deep, sustained satisfaction.We sit down with Scott Byrd, Co-Founder of Pathways Global, for a discussion about how brain chemistry affects workplace performance, exploring the role of dopamine in motivation, the importance of understanding your brain's patterns to calm your nervous system, and how to improve workplace...
2024-12-2656 minHR UnpluggedCompany Culture Red Flags and What You Can Do to Fix ThemFrom lack of budget to overbearing CEOs, there are a host of problems that HR professionals deal with every day. So, what are the red flags to look out for, and how can issues be resolved before they develop?In this episode, we sit down with Julie Turney, Founder and Chief Impact Architect at HR@Heart Consulting, for a conversation about memorable HR experiences (both good and bad!), and how to create a great company culture. We also cover how to set boundaries at work, how HR differs from place to place, and why companies...
2024-12-171h 00HR UnpluggedHow HR Can Build Opportunities for Peer-to-Peer SupportNo employee is the same. The evolving needs of employees demand a shift toward holistic support that spans all of life's challenges, from caregiving, to illness, to childcare. This is key to building a healthier, more resilient workforce.In this episode, we sit down with Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer at LifeGuides, for a conversation about the different ways organizations can support their workforce, and what’s missing in their efforts. We cover the importance of work-life balance, and how important it is for employees to get genuine downtime. Derek also shares how Li...
2024-12-1052 minHR UnpluggedBad Bosses Problem? How to Help Employees and the Organization Deal with Poor ManagersWhat’s your worst bad boss story? It seems like everyone’s got one. We expect leaders to provide guidance and make sound decisions, but that’s not always the case, and it can put employees and HR in a tricky position.In this episode (our first live show!), we sit down with Amy Butler, VP of People Operations at Awardco, and Jared Olsen, VP of People Experience at JobNimbus for a candid discussion about the challenges of poor leadership.We kick the conversation off by swapping our worst bad boss stories, including a shocking tale o...
2024-11-2657 minHR UnpluggedHow to Implement Psychological Safety at WorkDo you feel safe to express ideas and opinions at work without the fear of judgment or even punishment?In today's workplaces, we have a greater understanding of just how important mental wellbeing is to our teams, to us individually, and to our performance. And part of that is driven by our ability to feel safe and supported in the workplace. In this episode, we explore the important topic of psychological safety with Dr. Vaneeta Sandhu, Head of Operations and Emotional Fitness at Coa. Vaneeta breaks down what psychological safety looks like on an individual...
2024-11-1254 minHR UnpluggedBambooHR’s New Onboarding Program—A Check-in on ProgressImagine stepping into a new job and feeling instantly connected to your company's culture, values, and mission. That's the power of a well-designed onboarding program!In this episode of HR Unplugged, we dive back into BambooHR's journey to revolutionize our onboarding experience, with insights from Megan Galloway of Everleader, who’s back on the show for a catch-up. As Megan has been helping us revamp the onboarding process at BambooHR, we look at the results in this episode and answer common questions about the challenges of remote onboarding, how to integrate company values, and how to help ne...
2024-10-2940 minHR UnpluggedEffective Leadership for a New EraWhat does effective leadership look like when it feels like there’s never enough time to do all the things that HR leaders need to do?In this episode of HR Unplugged, host Anita Grantham sits down with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, to explore the critical elements of leadership. We investigate some of the overlooked traits that make good leaders great, like empathy and courage, and how the expectations of modern leaders have changed. We tackle key topics like how leaders can balance celebrating the diversity of opinion in the wo...
2024-10-1534 minHR UnpluggedHow to Use Your Interview Time to Pinpoint Top TalentWith job interviews, we’re always on the lookout for that gold star candidate. But how do you spot them in a sea of applications? Nailing your interviewing process and asking the right questions are key, but there’s an art (and some science) to getting it right. In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Welch, Head of Recruiting at BambooHR, to get his take on what makes a great interview and how to plan discussions with candidates that help you get to know who you’re potentially hiring. Brandon, Anita, and Vanessa share their...
2024-10-0149 minHR UnpluggedA Better Way to Improve Performance (That Doesn’t Include a PIP)How effective is a personal improvement plan (PIP) really? PIPs have a bad rap, with some people seeing them as a formality before the inevitable firing. But they can be an invaluable tool in helping to raise and nurture performance across an organization if you get them right. 58% of people on average see an improvement after getting a PIP. But with such a huge percentage of people seeing poor results, how do you make sure your PIP approach is successful? Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte dive into the tricky world of PIPs and performance management...
2024-09-1742 minHR UnpluggedHow HR Can Help Leaders Uplevel the Skill Set of Their Employees to Increase RetentionDid you know that 45% of employees say they’re more likely to stay in a role if they get training opportunities? And yet, training and development for employees isn’t always a priority for managers. Sometimes it’s seen as unnecessary, low-priority, or simply too costly. So what can HR leaders do to help managers prioritize a culture of learning?In this episode of HR Unplugged, we explore the vital role of training in not only enhancing skills and job satisfaction, but also improving retention and hiring across the organization. Throughout the episode, Anita and Vanessa explore ways H...
2024-09-0329 minHR UnpluggedHow HR Can Help Everyone in the Organization Disagree BetterHow can HR deal with workplace conflict without turning the office into a mini battleground? Conflict is a natural part of the human experience, naturally spilling into our working lives. In this episode of HR Unplugged, we hear why the solution isn’t to avoid conflict but to deal with it in a healthy, professional way.Joining the episode is John Barrand, Chief HR Officer of the Utah Division of Human Resource Management, who introduces us to Utah’s innovative “Disagree Better” campaign from Governor Spencer Cox, which offers a great framework for handling conflict in the workplac...
2024-08-2052 minHR UnpluggedTop Mistakes Recruiters Make in the Hiring ProcessHave you ever wondered how a single bad hire can ripple through an organization, costing it not just money but also time and morale? The true cost of a bad hire has implications that stretch beyond that job role. So what can recruiters and HR leaders do to counteract that?In this episode, we welcome BambooHR’s Head of Recruiting, Brandon Welch, who helps us get to the bottom of the top mistakes that recruiters make during the hiring process. The conversation emphasizes the importance of a well-structured hiring process, highlighting that hiring mistakes can also cause te...
2024-08-1327 minHR UnpluggedThe Return-to-Office Trend: How Employees and Employers Are ReactingAs the conversation around different work modes continues, the trend toward returning to the office has been met with very different reactions. We recently published a report that looks at what employers and employees think about returning to the office, productivity, and remote work. In this episode, Anita and Vanessa dive into the surprising insights and what HR leaders can learn from work mode preferences. Anita explains why we need to elevate the conversation beyond simply deciding whether people should be in the office. She encourages a focus on the bigger picture to determine the...
2024-08-0629 minHR UnpluggedBest Practices for Starting a Mentorship ProgramDid you know: 91% of mentored employees report higher job satisfaction? And 40% of those without mentor support at their workplace have even considered quitting!Having the right mentor can be invaluable for your career, but it’s also very beneficial for mentors themselves and the wider organization. That’s why in this episode of HR Unplugged, we dive into the importance of and benefits of building a great mentorship program.Our special guest is Cara Baldwin, Chief Legal Officer at Torus, who brings her expertise on how to create a successful program. We hear why investing in m...
2024-07-3028 minHR UnpluggedBetter Succession Planning—How to Make Internal Changes SmootherDoes your organization have a plan for succession? When high performers are looking for their next challenge, they have a choice. They find it elsewhere in another company and role or they move to the next stage of their career journey in your organization. But without a solid plan for succession from your leaders, it’s often the former option that people take.In this episode, recorded live at a recent event, Anita and Vanessa sit down with Jessica Zwaan, the Chief Operating Officer at Talentful and author of the brilliant book, ‘Built for People: Transform Your Empl...
2024-07-0929 minHR UnpluggedHow to Define Your Business ValuesThe big question in this episode of HR Unplugged is how do you define your business values? Anita and Vanessa dive into the importance of not only defining, but also implementing business values, covering topics such as the pivotal role of company values in shaping organizational culture, using mission and vision statements as the foundation for defining these values, and the process of helping team members live those values daily. They also discuss practical steps for startups and established organizations alike to identify and refine their values through team feedback and leadership guidance. The episode...
2024-07-0234 minHR UnpluggedHow to Get New Hires on Board with Your Company Values (With Better Onboarding)How do you align new hires with company values? On this episode of HR Unplugged, host Anita Grantham welcomes Megan Galloway, founder of Everleader, as a special guest to discuss this in detail and provide practical tips.Megan shares insights from her collaboration with BambooHR in evolving their onboarding process. One of the key challenges discussed is the lack of time managers have to properly onboard new employees while under pressure to meet productivity goals. The conversation delves into the importance of leadership buy-in and the critical role managers play in the onboarding process – which should not so...
2024-06-2546 minHR UnpluggedThe Best Way to Teach Leaders to Deliver FeedbackDelivering feedback can be a daunting process (on both sides) but coming to it with a commitment to improvement will help you take the best steps forward. In this episode of HR Unplugged, Head of HR Anita Grantham sits down with Rebecca Port, the Chief People Officer at 10x Genomics. Together, they swap tips on the best approaches for delivering feedback – both positive and negative. They explore the benefits of continuous feedback, how role-playing can help you tackle difficult discussions, and why all feedback should be delivered with kindness, care, and compassion. Rebecca also breaks down...
2024-06-1831 minHR UnpluggedSharing Your Compensation Philosophy in the Interview Process—How, When, and WhyA clear compensation philosophy steers HR and recruitment teams onto the right path when it comes to setting pay according to job responsibilities, pay transparency, and tackling any pay equity issues that might be hiding under the surface. In this episode of HR Unplugged, Vanessa and Anita chat with John Baldino, President of Humareso, live from Transform 2024 in Vegas. With over 30 years of HR experience, John delves into the importance of having a compensation philosophy, sharing insights on using data, addressing pay equity, and setting crystal clear job expectations. He shares top-tier advice for HR...
2024-06-1132 minHR UnpluggedHow to Build a Better Relationship between HR and FinanceHR may not always swim in the same waters as finance, but there are plenty of benefits to building a good working relationship between the two teams. In this episode of HR Unplugged, we welcomed BambooHR’s Chief Financial Officer, Justin Judd, to share the perspective of a finance team leader working closely with HR. Justin is a big believer that HR and finance teaming up pays dividends to the wider business and individual team members. Hear him explain the benefits, how a team partnership can help to minimize conflict and solve problems faster, and what...
2024-06-0431 minHR UnpluggedHow to Build Your HR Tech StackModern tech tools can make managing HR more efficient and solve common pain points for HR teams. But how do you decide what tech you really need? Each HR team has different needs and priorities, but building an efficient tech stack is a game-changer for modern HR teams. With the right tools, you can save time and energy, leaving your team free to focus on the things you’re best at – building and maintaining relationships for the good of the wider business.If you’re new to building a tech stack, you might be wondering where...
2024-05-2129 minHR UnpluggedHow to Hire Your Second HR Employee (And Beyond)Is it time to scale your HR team? Deciding when and how to scale the HR department can be a delicate task. Who do you hire? What role should your second HR person play? How do you scale in a small or large company? If these questions are on your mind, then this episode is for you. BambooHR’s Head of HR, Anita Grantham, and HR Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte, sit down to explore the best practices for making your next HR hire.They explain why you should always start with a solid strategy that re...
2024-05-0728 minHR UnpluggedHow to Prioritize Your Relationship with the CEO as an HR LeaderWhen CEOs team up with their HR leaders, it can only mean good things for the wider business. It means a more strategic recruitment drive, better performance management, and more alignment on company goals.In this episode of HR Unplugged, Vanessa Brulotte and Anita Grantham sat down with Sam Devyver, the CEO of EasyLlama, live from Vegas at the Transform 2024 event to talk about how to make that all-important relationship happen.Sam shares his take as a CEO who works closely with HR professionals on how to build that relationship, mistakes to avoid, and the...
2024-04-2319 minHR UnpluggedHow to Let People Go—A Guide for HRFirings and layoffs are never an enjoyable part of HR or leadership. But it’s important that there’s a robust process in place to manage the transition and it’s handled with compassion. In this episode of HR Unplugged, our Head of HR, Anita Grantham and HR Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte, discuss how to manage firings and layoffs in the right way. We discuss the best practices, do’s and don’ts, and how to build a process that protects the company and provides the best chance of the employee parting on good terms. We dive in...
2024-04-1633 minHR UnpluggedThe State of Compensation Part 2—New Data and How Companies Should RespondHow do you compensate team members fairly so that they’re happy and don’t start looking elsewhere? In this episode of HR Unplugged, we welcomed back Alex Bertin, BambooHR’s Head of Total Rewards, to talk more about compensation and benefits strategies. Alex sits down with our Head of HR, Anita Grantham, to discuss when leaders should talk to employees about compensation, how to build efficient pay processes, pay transparency, and more.Alex and Anita also tackle the debate on whether on-site workers should be paid more than remote workers and how to assess compen...
2024-04-0230 minHR UnpluggedHow to Nail the Interview—Hiring the Right Employees with the Right Interview Questions and ScoringRecruitment is always a tricky part of HR, but there are ways to be more strategic in your approach to ensure a high quality of hire. In this episode, we welcomed Casey Bailey, Head of People at Deel, to talk about recruitment and interviewing strategies. Casey and Anita Grantham break down their favorite interview questions to ask, how to decide which questions to prioritize, and how to approach different types of interviews. Casey explains how you don’t always need a formal applicant tracking system, but you probably need a scorecard to measure the suitability of c...
2024-03-1930 minHR UnpluggedHR for HR—Where to Turn for Support, Training, and HR AdviceA growing mental health crisis, particularly since 2020, has put HR professionals on the front line in many organizations. This, coupled with the difficulties of the job, such as dealing with redundancies, legal issues, employee emotional wellbeing, and even employee death, means that HR needs support more than ever. Joining the podcast is Julie Turney, Founder and CEO of HR@Heart Consulting, who shares lots of brilliant ideas for people in HR to get the support they need to do their jobs effectively. We hear about the importance of having coaches and mentors for your career, reso...
2024-03-0552 minHR UnpluggedHow To Fix Your Broken Performance Review ProcessWithout a good performance review process, managers risk leaving employees unhappy, unproductive, and unaligned on goals that affect personal progress and the business. So how do you fix a broken performance review process? In this episode of HR Unplugged, we welcomed special guest Adam Weber, Chief Evangelist at 15Five, to share his perspective and advice for leaders. Adam is the host of the HR Superstars podcast and leads the HR Superstars community alongside his main role. His book ‘Lead Like a Human’ also details how to lead and build high-performance teams but in a way that ho...
2024-02-2043 minHR UnpluggedUsing Data to Influence Change—Communicating Difficult HR Topics to LeadershipAre you ready to put data front and center of your HR strategy? Data is a crucial tool to help you make decisions that will improve employee engagement, relations, retention, and more. Without it, HR teams are left guessing, without a clear direction to follow. But how do you begin to use data effectively? In this episode of HR Unplugged, Anita and Vanessa sit down with Will Clive, Chief People Officer at Pluralsight, to swap ideas, advice, and insights on using data within HR. They explore the use of storytelling to paint a picture with data to g...
2024-02-0653 minHR UnpluggedLosing New Hires - Your Onboarding Process Might Be the ProblemDid you know 70% of new hires decide if their role is a good fit within just one month? This means leaders don’t have long to make a good impression on new employees. So how can businesses ensure a good experience for new hires and prevent repeated staff turnover? On this episode of HR Unplugged, our Head of HR, Anita Grantham, and HR Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte explore why onboarding isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience – it should be tailored for the needs of the business and the employee. Plus, they explain the importance of listen...
2024-01-2348 minHR UnpluggedHow to Use PTO for Retention, Recruitment, and Employee HappinessA clear, thought-out paid time off (PTO) system brings a plethora of benefits to your organization, including improved job satisfaction, staff retention and recruitment help.Plus, it can encourage employees to be more loyal, motivated and productive.So how can business leaders build a PTO strategy that truly benefits their team?On this episode of HR Unplugged, our Head of HR and HR Business Partner, Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte, explore how leaders can instill a culture that empowers employees to take self-care seriously and make use of PTO, for the benefit of...
2024-01-0948 minHR UnpluggedThe State of Compensation—New Data and How Companies Should RespondIf you don’t have a compensation philosophy tied to your mission, vision and values, it’s time to start building one. Carefully considering compensation allows you to gauge how transparent you will be with your employees as well as attract and retain top talent. But what are the first steps towards building a philosophy that works for you? Alex Bertin, Head of Total Rewards, is back on HR Unplugged to walk us through brand-new BambooHR data on compensation. He shares what lessons businesses can take to build stronger bonds with their employees, increase job satisf...
2023-12-2651 minHR UnpluggedHow to Create a More Inclusive and Welcoming WorkplaceMany companies want to improve their efforts when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). But progress doesn’t happen overnight. So what first steps can leaders take to ensure it becomes and remains a top priority? Hiring isn’t easy, period…and adding DEI into the mix can often make it harder, especially when recruiting in industries that typically aren’t diverse. That’s why your DEI strategy needs to be long-term, so you can identify and nurture the people you want to hire. Lauren Leader, co-founder and CEO of All In Together, joins this e...
2023-12-1251 minHR UnpluggedModernize Your Recruiting Process—How to Use Network HiringEvery company wants the best talent out there, so it can be challenging to stay ahead of the competition. What worked for your recruitment process in the past may no longer be the best option, as recruitment and onboarding expectations change. A great way to stay ahead of the recruitment game is to embrace network hiring. Network hiring means tapping into your network and connections to find talent. Part of that is building a great referral process to encourage current employees to refer people they know and trust. Joining this episode of the podcast is Sc...
2023-11-2840 minHR UnpluggedHow to Take Your Company Culture from Good to GreatCompany culture sits at the heart of every organization, whether it’s been carefully defined or otherwise. But how can managers ensure they’re building a culture of collaboration, compassion and strong communication? To foster a positive company culture, you must connect it to your mission, vision and values, establish clear goals and respond positively to employee feedback. Get the culture right and passionate employees, satisfied customers and improved business performance will follow. On this episode, our Head of HR, Anita Grantham, and HR Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte, explore how you can take your company cultur...
2023-11-0740 minHR UnpluggedHow HR Leaders Can Improve the Employee Experience—Increasing Engagement, Morale, and WellnessAs HR leaders, we’re in the business of people – and if your people aren’t happy, it can cause major roadblocks for a business, drive top talent away, and affect company culture. We invited Jennifer Decker, Director of HR and Senior Client Services Manager at Donaldson Capital Management, to join HR Unplugged and share her insights into what HR can do to boost employee happiness, wellbeing, and engagement. Jennifer and BambooHR’s Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte explore the actions HR leaders can take, why employee happiness is decreasing across industries and the best practices...
2023-10-2454 minHR UnpluggedAligning Benefits and People—What Matters and How to Do ItWith employee retention remaining one of the biggest challenges for companies, it’s more important than ever that you build a great benefits package that keeps top talent on board. Building a comprehensive benefits package for employees can go a long way in helping them feel supported and valued – and it can do wonders for employee retention. To build a total rewards package, you need to think beyond base pay. In fact, in a competitive talent market, competing on compensation alone is no longer enough. To help attract and retain top talent, companies need to go further and o...
2023-10-1048 minHR UnpluggedHow to Get the Best Hire—Recruiting Advice From the ProsCompetition for talent is at an all time high, and this trend extends to the HR industry as well. To optimize recruitment efforts, processes need to be rigorous. So what are the most effective best practices for identifying ideal candidates? On this episode of HR Unplugged, Anita Grantham, Head of HR, and Vanessa Brulotte, Human Resources Business Partner, are joined by Mason Calaiaro, Leadership Talent Acquisition Manager at Greenhouse Software. Mason shares expert tips on choosing the right hires, eliminating bias and implementing quiet hiring the right way. Plus, she provides advice on building a pos...
2023-09-2648 minHR UnpluggedIntentionally Building Tomorrow’s LeadersIt doesn’t matter what industry you’re in, leaders are absolutely crucial to the future of your business. $366 million is spent globally on leadership development per year and around half of that is in the US alone. There’s also proof that this figure will grow, so what should businesses and HR teams be thinking about when it comes to fostering the next generation of leaders? In this HR Unplugged episode, BambooHR’s Human Resources Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte, joins Head of HR, Anita Grantham, to discuss how to best equip the next generation of leaders...
2023-09-1945 minHR UnpluggedHR and the Future of AI—What it Means for HR LeadersThe use of AI tools is growing in just about every industry right now, and HR is no exception. In fact, many HR leaders are using it as part of their day-to-day processes and are seeing great results. However, AI is not a replacement for HR professionals, and it’s important to be aware of the shortcomings as well as the benefits. To get a well-rounded picture of the state of AI in HR, we welcomed the Head of AI at BambooHR, Alan Whitaker, to the podcast. Alan explores the pros and cons of using AI, a...
2023-08-2949 minHR UnpluggedExiting With Flair - Mastering the Art of Being a Good LeaverWhen the time comes for you to move on from a company, you set the tone for how you want to leave things. Being a good leaver means walking away on good terms and making the process a positive experience both for you and the company you’re moving on from. To discuss this in more detail, we invited Jennifer Pomerantz, Director of People Operations at Zuva, to join BambooHR’s Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte on the podcast. We discuss the things to consider before leaving a role, how to be your own advocate, SOPs, a...
2023-07-0445 minHR UnpluggedHow Employee Recognition Impacts Retention, Culture, and Employee EngagementEveryone wants to be recognized for doing good work – and yet many leaders don’t make employee recognition a priority. As a result, employees can feel undervalued and unrecognized for their hard work, and may even start looking for jobs elsewhere. In this episode of HR Unplugged, we welcomed special guest Trevor Larson, CEO of Nectar, to talk about how employee recognition can go a long way in making people feel valued at work. Trevor joins Anita Grantham, Head of HR, and Vanessa Brulotte, HR Business Partner at BambooHR, to explore ways to build recognition into co...
2023-06-2046 minHR UnpluggedHow to Move Away from Manual Processes and Add Efficiency into Your HR RoleManual processes can slow us all down, which is why automation and AI are such big topics in the business world right now. But when you’re in the business of people like HR, it’s not always simple to optimize and automate. In this episode of HR Unplugged, we sat down with TJ Davis, our Head of People Operations at BambooHR, to hear his perspective on improving manual processes. We hear his approach to continuous improvement, how to decide what to automate, and the best ways to use AI to become more efficient. Key Moment...
2023-05-2348 minHR UnpluggedHow People Analytics Can Help You Be a Strategic Business PartnerIn the world of HR, it may seem like a lot of it is hard to quantify and measure. But by digging into “people analytics,” you can start to analyze and learn more about your workforce. In this HR Unplugged session, BambooHR’s Head of HR, Anita Grantham, sits down with Vanessa Brulotte, Human Resources Business Partner, to talk about data – how we can gather it, what data to focus on, and what we can do with that information to become better business partners. Key Moments: What is people analytics? What to do if you don’t have...
2023-05-0951 minHR UnpluggedHow to Make Employee Onboarding a Top PriorityWant to make sure your new hires hit the ground running? On this episode of HR Unplugged, Vanessa Brulotte, BambooHR’s Talent Acquisition Manager, is back for an insightful discussion with Anita Grantham, Head of HR, on how we can make employee onboarding a top priority. Anita and Vanessa discuss the importance of onboarding, why transparency is key and how to set up your new hires for success. Key moments: Why you should treat onboarding like dating Making new hires feel like part of the tribe Being transparent about the good and bad aspec...
2023-04-2545 minHR UnpluggedHow the Current State of HR Leadership Affects Your Career PathSo many factors shape our experiences as HR professionals. Some of them are controllable, some of them less so. On this episode of HR Unplugged, BambooHR’s Head of HR, Anita Grantham, is joined by Head of Talent, Brandon Welch, to discuss how the HR landscape defines our career paths. Brandon shares his views on the importance of education, finding reliable mentors and being a student of your business. Plus, he reminds us why face-to-face, real-life communication is so valuable and shares how long HR professionals should stay in a role. Key moments: Is e...
2023-04-1145 minHR Unplugged5 Simple Metrics for Onboarding SuccessAre you onboarding the right way? The right way for you and your company, that is… On this episode of HR Unplugged, Clayton Binford, Chief of People and Development at Nomad Global Communication Solutions, joins Anita Grantham to explore how you can achieve onboarding success with five simple metrics. He talks about the importance of performance reviews, why adaptable training approaches are win-win and how onboarding isn’t just for new starters. Key moments: Five simple metrics for onboarding success The importance of performance reviews Why not all performance reviews need to be formal...
2023-03-2853 minHR UnpluggedWhy Engagement, Wellbeing and Culture Are KeyCompassionate, authentic leadership has a ton of benefits – here, we explore just a few!In this HR Unplugged episode, we delve into how engagement, wellbeing and culture have colossal parts to play in the smooth running of a happy, successful company.These topics have been discussed in past episodes, but today we put them together and showcase how they work in harmony.Anita Grantham, Head of HR, sits down with Cassie Whitlock, Director of HR at BambooHR, to discuss compassionate leadership, the benefits of a people-focused approach and how to link engagement, wellbeing an...
2023-03-1454 minHR UnpluggedMaking the Case for HR in 2023What do HR professionals and business leaders need to know about HR in 2023?The role of HR has changed a lot, especially with the integration of new software and the pandemic changing expectations and the nature of work for many.In this HR Unplugged episode, we wanted to dig into what HR’s new role in the modern world is, how it’s changed, the value HR brings to a company, and how it can integrate more closely with the wider business.Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, sits down with Laura Butl...
2023-02-1853 minHR UnpluggedBonus Episode: How to Lead When Uncertainty is the New NormIn this bonus episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how to fine tune your leadership skills for the unknown in 2023.Join Anita as she talks about:Working through an economic downturnHow do you scale your culture in a hybrid workplace?The importance of compartmentalizing your timeWatch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.
2023-02-0854 minHR UnpluggedWhat's Your HR Strategy for 2023?In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how to focus your goals and priorities for the new year to create an even more refined strategy for 2023.Join Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, as she talks about:How do you measure the success of your goals?Company KPIs that HR should be settingSetting up relationship goalsWatch previous episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.
2023-01-3146 minHR UnpluggedBonus Episode: Secrets of the Hiring ProcessAnita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, spills the secrets that both candidates and hiring managers need to know to create a successful and positive hiring experience. She delves into tips for hiring managers and how to make the most of your next job or application search.This discussion covers:Importance of a strong team dynamic during the hiring processHow to interview the company while they are interviewing youHow to be informed about specialized technical rolesTo learn more, visit the companion blog post for this episode. You can also watch other episodes and...
2023-01-2519 minHR UnpluggedBonus Episode: How to Create a Vision That Will Inspire YouEnjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast.Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she talks about how to shape your vision for 2023. She goes into detail about how vision boards and other simple ideas can inspire you and help you stay on track toward achieving your goals.Stay tuned for our next episode of HR Unplugged.
2023-01-1906 minHR UnpluggedWho Will You Be as a Leader in 2023?Have you decided how you will develop as a leader in 2023? In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how to set leadership goals and find the inspiration to stay on track to achieve them. Join Anita as she discusses:What tools to use to create your vision for 2023 Ideas to overcome negative beliefsHow to help keep you accountable on your path of becoming a better leaderNext steps for helping you accomplish your leadership goalsWatch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.
2023-01-1746 minHR UnpluggedBonus Episode: How Stretch Goals Can Create Value for BusinessesEnjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast.Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she talks about stretch assignments (forget those structured programs!) for employee growth and leadership training.And look out for our next episode of HR Unplugged: we’ll dive into all the ways HR can develop meaningful growth opportunities for employees and improve retention.
2023-01-1204 minHR UnpluggedTurning Business Processes into Leadership and Development OpportunitiesRecent statistics tell us that a majority of business leaders believe that developing leadership skills is important, but coaching the next generation remains a top challenge.In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses:Job shadowing and job rotationHow to develop stretch goals and assignments for employees Why it’s important to keep HR at the table during economic downturnsWatch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.
2023-01-1042 minHR UnpluggedBonus Episode: How L&D Increases EngagementEnjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast.Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she shares key insights on how L&D increases employee engagement and performance.And get ready for episode 12 coming out next week. We are going to look at how to transform normal business processes into opportunities to sharpen leadership skills and help junior team members grow, in a brand new episode of HR Unplugged.
2022-12-2903 minHR UnpluggedCreating Growth OpportunitiesImproving employee retention is a popular topic as businesses combat turnover. But how can your HR department successfully source data on employees' sentiments towards growth, and then work to put a plan into action?In this episode Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, and special guest host Amy Frampton, Head of Marketing at BambooHR, talk about developing meaningful growth opportunities to improve retention.In this episode, Anita and Amy break down: How to use data and talk about retentionValue-based and skill-based growth opportunitiesHow enroll promotions can incentivise growth during stagnant times...
2022-12-2744 minHR UnpluggedOut in the Field Bonus Episode: How to Turn Around Employee DisengagementEnjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast.Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she shares key insights on how to turn around employee disengagement.And look out for our next episode of HR Unplugged: we’ll dive into all the ways HR can develop meaningful growth opportunities for employees and improve retention.
2022-12-2203 minHR UnpluggedHow to Provide a Clear Vision to Drive Engagement and PerformanceEmployee engagement is essential to drive performance for your organization. How can you provide a direction and vision that sustains and strengthens engagement?Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how to boost employee engagement and company performance by developing and communicating your company vision.In this episode, Anita discusses:How to provide a clear vision to drive engagement and performanceHow to measure employee engagementHow to keep tenured team members engagedYou can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.
2022-12-2047 minHR UnpluggedSpecial Edition: Out in the FieldIn this special edition of HR Unplugged, we’re talking about all the ways HR can connect with workers whose primary job site is out in the field. Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she discusses how to enhance employee experience in construction and the trades.In this episode, Anita discusses:Engagement strategies and opportunities to build relationships with field workersHow to create a seamless, more personable seasonal layoff transitionTips on how your field team and office team can work together to drive engagement Watch other episodes and si...
2022-12-1443 minHR UnpluggedBonus Episode: Ideas for Measuring EngagementEnjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast and listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she shares key insights and takeaways on measuring employee engagement.And get ready for our special episode ‘Out in the Field,’ coming next week. We will dive into all the ways HR can connect with workers whose primary job site is out in the field in a brand-new episode of HR Unplugged.
2022-12-0904 minHR UnpluggedBonus Episode: Best Practices to Support Hybrid WorkEnjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast, and hear from Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she offers three best practices to support a successful hybrid work environment.And get ready for a deep dive on the connection between company vision and performance next week in a new episode of HR Unplugged.
2022-12-0303 minHR UnpluggedBuilding a Highly Productive Culture with Hybrid WorkIn episode 9 of HR Unplugged, Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, dives into best practices for building a highly productive culture within the hybrid workplace.In this episode, Anita discusses:The questions leaders should ask themselves as they're trying to elevate a hybrid work cultureDefining why hybrid work should be important to you, and what a hybrid workplace looks like when it's successfulChanges you can make to your hybrid work culture to make the system work better, and how to make sure you evolve as you move forwardWatch other episodes of HR...
2022-11-2949 min
HR UnpluggedHow Leadership Defines CultureIn our last episode of HR Unplugged we discussed the five pillars for building a positive work culture. This week we take a deep dive on that fifth and final element that can make, or break, your culture: leadership.In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how leadership defines culture, including:How to define your values and operationalize them into your cultureHow to leverage your workplace values to drive effective leadership and a high performing cultureHow to better understand leadership development and make it work for your workplace View other...
2022-11-2249 min
HR UnpluggedBonus Episode: A Happy Culture Relies on Buy-In from LeadershipWe are sharing this short bonus episode on one of our most popular discussion topics: how leadership is key to building a positive work culture.How do we manage and model great leadership? Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, helps us understand why leadership is critical to driving a happy work culture. Listen to Anita’s key tips and takeaways and also get ready for a deep dive on leadership next week in a new episode of HR Unplugged.
2022-11-1904 min
HR UnpluggedFive Pillars for Building a Positive CultureIn this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses why building a positive culture at your organization is critical for HR leaders, and provides five strategic pillars to set you up for success. Join us as we:Define the five pillars of culture: mission, talent, compensation, benefits, and leadershipDetermine how to measure company cultureDiscuss actionable tips within each pillar that will enable you to create a positive work culture To learn more, visit the companion blog post for this episode. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live...
2022-11-1851 min
HR UnpluggedWhat's Your Talent Philosophy? 3 Reasons You Need One TodayGreat talent philosophies address three key components: engagement, retention, and productivity of your workforce. A talent philosophy should support your leadership team’s preferences for managing talent and align with your company’s mission, vision, and values.Join Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, to discuss:Identifying roles that do (and don’t) need top talentHow DEI integrates naturally within a talent philosophy Maintaining and preserving your talent philosophy during challenging times To learn more, visit the companion blog post for this episode. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future...
2022-11-0837 min
HR UnpluggedHow a Professional Development Strategy Boosts Recruiting and RetentionProfessional development might not be the first strategy that comes to mind for boosting recruiting and retention, but it’s growing in popularity. In a recent LinkedIn Global Talent Trends Report, employees listed professional development as the number one way to improve company culture. And with a boost to company culture plus more career growth opportunities, employees are more likely to stay at the company.Join us as we discuss:Why professional development is importantBuilding an effective development strategy for each employeeWhat every business should include in their development strategyHow to start the learning jo...
2022-11-0146 min
HR UnpluggedWhy You Need A Total Rewards StrategyLearn why you need a total rewards strategy, and how organizations can help employees see the full picture when it comes to compensation. Join your host Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, to rethink benefits for the modern workplace while safeguarding funds for an economic downturn.Key points from the discussion include:How to communicate compensation beyond payThe four pillars of rewards packages: environment, development and recognition, benefits and compensationWhat employee perks are part of the discussion today How the pandemic and evolving economic situation have impacted conversations around benefitsSubscribe to the...
2022-10-2545 min
HR UnpluggedHow Compensation Impacts RetentionIn order to attract and retain talent, HR professionals need to understand how compensation programs should be structured. Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, breaks down how to have hard conversations with current and potential employees to build the best possible teams.Join us as we discuss:How to have transparent conversations - understand what you’re offering (and what you can’t)How to be a data hero - optimize choices for the business when it comes to salaryHow to leverage career growth after the compensation foundation is builtVisit at BambooHR.com...
2022-10-1948 min
The EraAnnouncing: BambooHR, What Happens at Work Podcast TrailerWe have exciting news! We have launched a new BambooHR Podcast called What Happens at Work! Join host Amy Frampton, Head of Marketing at BambooHR, for real-life stories from real-life people covering the good, the bad, and the crazy of what really happens at work, from the start of the job search to the everyday of working life.We hope these stories provide opportunities to reflect, reconnect, and better understand people’s work experiences—and more importantly, how we can improve them.
2022-10-1702 min
HR UnpluggedWhat HR Leaders Need in Today’s Uncertain TimesIn this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, leads a discussion on where HR leaders can go to get support in times of uncertainty.Join us as we discuss:Being the consumer of your own products Setting the example for self-careStaying on top of your business and personal goalsRunning HR like a business within a business, with its own unique needs and challengesWatch the video version of this episode here, or read the companion blog post. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR...
2022-10-1448 min
HR UnpluggedHow HR Can Build Business ResiliencyHuman Resources is where everyone within an organization goes for answers. But where can HR professionals turn for support during times of uncertainty? In today’s episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, leads a discussion on how to create resilience during uncertain times. This conversation happened during an interactive series designed to create a space where HR leaders can find community and resources to help them strengthen their workplace culture.Join us as we discuss:Helping your organization embrace changeActionable steps to create a more resilient organizationCompensation, benefits, and creating incentive programs
2022-10-0540 minHR UnpluggedHR Unplugged TrailerAnita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR and host of the HR Unplugged podcast
2022-09-2908 min
Business X factorsTo Sell a Good Experience, You Have to Create One In-House First, with Bradley Rencher, the CEO of BambooHRThe U.S Bureau of Labor statistics reported that people quitting their jobs rose to 4.3 million in August 2021. Professor Anthony Klotz coined the term for this mass exodus, the “Great Resignation.”On the surface, it’s not good for business nor is it good for people. We’re way past the canary in the coal mine. If a three-alarm fire is bad, how bad is a 4.3 million alarm fire? What about a fire alarm with millions more? Certainly, the pandemic has had its effect in the Great Resignation, but to say that workers are leaving their job...
2021-12-0222 min
Inside The WorkflowSeason 1 #30 - Brad Rencher, CEO, BambooHRIn this episode, Joe sits down with Brad Rencher, CEO of BambooHR, to discuss the evolving employee experience, the role of people analytics, and how company culture impacts customer success.With a background as EVP & GM at Adobe, Brad has spent years at the intersection of technology, data, and workplace transformation. Now leading BambooHR, he’s helping companies create exceptional employee experiences that drive engagement and retention.Join us as we discuss:🔹 The DNA of a great employee experience –...
2020-08-1725 min
Businesses that Care Podcast (formerly Mere Mortals Unite)Own Your Culture, Commit to It with Ben Peterson CEO, BambooHRServing more than 11,000 customers and one million employees, BambooHR is the leading software provider powering the strategic evolution of HR in small and medium businesses. Today our guest is Ben Peterson, BambooHR’s CEO. He is well aware that a great culture is really hard, but the benefits are really positive. He understands that his workforce wants autonomy and is very strategic in how he cares for them as whole beings while making sure all actions fit within the company’s goal. At BambooHR, the focus is on solving problems while having fun. Learn about their paid paid v...
2018-10-3130 min