Shows
HR on the FrontlineBridging the digital divide for frontline workers w/ Victoria Dew (Dewpoint Communications)Send us a textWorkforce transformations are messy… and for frontline workers, they can feel even more disconnected.While corporate teams adapt to hybrid work, digital tools, and AI, many frontline employees are still operating in an entirely different reality, one where communication gaps, lack of access, and missed touchpoints are daily hurdles.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Gu...
2025-12-0936 min
HR Data LabsWhy Your HR Tech Isn't Being Adopted (and How to Fix It)Noah Mithrush, Director of Growth Marketing at Guusto, joins us live from the UKG Aspire Conference to unpack the critical intersection of User Experience (UX) and Employee Experience (EX) in HR technology. Noah explains why so many HR programs fail to gain adoption and how even the best intentions can be derailed by a poor user experience. We discuss how to get into the user’s mindset, why HR tech should be as easy to use a consumer app, and how making the emotional journey of an employee is the key to success.
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2025-11-1324 minHR Data LabsWhy Your HR Tech Isn't Being Adopted (and How to Fix It)Noah Mithrush, Director of Growth Marketing at Guusto, joins us live from the UKG Aspire Conference to unpack the critical intersection of User Experience (UX) and Employee Experience (EX) in HR technology. Noah explains why so many HR programs fail to gain adoption and how even the best intentions can be derailed by a poor user experience. We discuss how to get into the user’s mindset, why HR tech should be as easy to use a consumer app, and how making the emotional journey of an employee is the key to success.
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2025-11-1324 min
HR on the FrontlineStop Ignoring the Human Side of Workforce Transformation w/ Amy Bouque (Kelly)Send us a textWorkforce transformations are messy… and HR is the first to feel the heat.Our guest today has been in the trenches, leading change at major organizations. She’s here to share what it really takes to manage the human side of transformation with empathy, how to keep employees engaged, and how to help leaders make changes stick — all without burning out their teams.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retenti...
2025-11-1145 min
HR on the FrontlineHow a People-First Philosophy Shapes Teams and Products w/ Dean Mathews (OnTheClock)Send us a textMost companies talk about values. Few actually live them.Dean Mathews built OnTheClock into a 4.9-star workplace and a product used by thousands — without sacrificing his values or his team’s engagement. Today, he’s sharing the surprising choices, hard lessons, and behind-the-scenes strategies that make a company and product truly work together.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontli...
2025-10-2856 min
HR on the FrontlineYou can't culture your way out of bad values w/ Chloe Waind (NewLeaf)Send us a textCulture won’t save you if your workplace is shaped by fear, control, or mixed messages. Chloe Waind joins us to unpack how misaligned values quietly shape performance and what it takes to build a workplace people actually want to be part of.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about som...
2025-10-1438 min
HR on the FrontlineWhat It Really Means to Be a Strategic People Leader in HR w/ Andrew Bartlow (People Leader Accelerator)Send us a textHR needs to be more strategic— but no one tells you what that actually means. Our guest today will. With 30 years in the seat, he’s here to break it down.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in fr...
2025-09-3043 min
HR on the FrontlineThe Case for Company-Led Wellness w/ Madison Bohannon (Chatbooks)Send us a textWe love a good wellness initiative, but if your company culture is the problem, no amount of breathwork will fix it.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in frontline workforces. Through candid, honest conversations, we try to get to the heart of what...
2025-09-1642 min
HR on the FrontlineFacilitating Tech Change in HR: Building Buy-In and Champions w/ Sarah Katherine SchmidtSend us a textTech transformation isn’t just about the tools—it’s about the people who use them.Today we’re joined by Sarah Katherine Schmidt, People Operations Leader and AI-for-HR Thought Leader, to explore how HR can lead meaningful, lasting tech change. We’ll dig into people-first strategies, how to build real buy-in, and ways to empower champions across your organization.—Pitching a new program to your executive team can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be!With the right tools, you can...
2025-06-2640 min
HR on the FrontlineMaking Parental Leave a Competitive Advantage w/Lydia Bowser (Wave HQ)Send us a textToday’s working parents don’t want to have to compromise their career progress for the sake of their families – or vice versa. That’s why a good parental leave policy can actually be a competitive advantage when it comes to attracting and retaining staff.But what goes into getting parental leave right? How do you ensure that working parents are given the support they need, both before and after their new arrivals? And how do you ensure that they get the same opportunities to grow and advance as others in...
2025-06-1041 min
HR on the FrontlineA Manager's Role in Supporting Employee Mental Health w/ Alexandra Petrisano (Canadian Mental Health Association)Send us a textMental health matters—at work and beyond. As a manager, you’re often the first to notice when an employee is struggling, and you’re in a unique position to make a real difference. But how can you offer support in a way that feels genuine and effective?Join Alexandra Petrisano from the Canadian Mental Health Association for a conversation about what it really means to support employee mental health. We’ll talk about the everyday challenges managers face, how to navigate tough conversations, and practical ways to create a suppor...
2025-05-2329 min
HR on the FrontlineEngagement Without Wellness is a Lie: Why Your Efforts Aren’t Working w/ Alex Seiler (Alex Seiler LLC)Send us a textEngagement efforts fail if your wellness policy is lacking— or missing all together.Let’s find out how to make it right!About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in frontline workforces. Through candid, honest conversations, we try to get...
2025-05-1336 min
HR on the FrontlineRentention in Healthcare w/ Kevin Kirkpatrick (Avery Professional Group)Send us a textOn the other side of a global pandemic, if there’s one thing we learned, it’s just how vital the work of dedicated employees in the healthcare industry really is.But the sector is facing a labour shortage crisis in the next decade, and organizations in every part of the industry are finding it increasingly difficult to attract and retain both clinical and non-clinical staff.So how can HR leaders in healthcare help to turn the tide? About HR on the Frontlines
2025-04-2226 min
HR on the FrontlineMotivation Reimagined: Building a Workforce That Fits w/ Elles Skony (Organized Chaos Consulting)Send us a textMotivation goes beyond paychecks and perks—it's about creating a workforce that fits people’s lives. Today, we’re diving into the power of custom-fit workforces, exploring why blending full-time, part-time, fractional, and flex roles can unlock the true potential of your team.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of...
2025-04-0822 min
HR on the FrontlineProtecting Managers and HR: The Secret to Sustainable Employee Wellbeing w/ Stacey Nordwall (Pyn)Send us a textEmployee wellbeing is essential, but so is protecting managers and HR. Today, we look at how to support wellbeing while ensuring clear boundaries for those leading the way.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in frontline workforces. Through c...
2025-03-2520 min
HR on the FrontlineEmployee Appreciation Day and Beyond: Boost Retention and Morale with Big OccasionsSend us a textIs Employee Appreciation Day a standout event at your company, or does it pass by unnoticed?Do your employees eagerly anticipate it, or is it just another day on the calendar? Beyond this single day, how else does your company celebrate and recognize its team throughout the year?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR...
2025-03-0444 min
HR on the FrontlineTeaching Managers the Power of Appreciation to Boost Engagement w/ Laura Goodridge (Laura Lille Coaching)Send us a textAppreciation is more than just a “thank you”—it’s about recognizing what truly drives your team.With Employee Appreciation Day coming up, we’re going to find out how managers can boost engagement and performance by mastering the art of recognition— especially for frontline teams.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts a...
2025-02-2537 min
HR on the FrontlineCreating a Culture of Feedback w/ Michelle Strasburger (HR Rebooted)Send us a textFeedback isn’t just a corporate buzzword—it’s the backbone of thriving teams.Today, we’re learning how to build a culture of feedback that aligns leadership, empowers employees, and scales across even the most complex workforces.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that peo...
2025-02-1124 min
HR on the FrontlineImproving the Candidate Experience w/ Rachel CupplesSend us a textIs the candidate experience broken?Today, we’re digging into why it fails so often and what needs to change to truly respect and engage the people behind the applications.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in frontline workforces. ...
2025-01-2836 min
HR on the FrontlineEmployee Experience in the Frontline w/ Tracie Sponenberg (Tracie Sponenberg LLC)Send us a textFrontline employees deserve more than just a pat on the back.Today, we’re exploring how real manager support, recognition programs, and targeted resources can transform the day-to-day experience for the people who keep everything moving.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest ch...
2025-01-1427 min
HR on the FrontlineReinventing Job Advertising for Frontline and Essential Workers w/ Thad Price (Talroo)Send us a textJob ads for frontline workers are outdated and ineffective. Today, we’re learning how to reinvent them to better connect, engage, and attract the talent that keeps everything running.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in frontline workforces. Thr...
2024-12-0533 min
HR on the FrontlineThe Role Recognition Plays in Employee Retention (Power to Fly)Send us a textRecognition is more than just a "thank you"—it’s a proven strategy to boost retention and foster loyalty.PowerToFly's Head of Growth, Sienna J. Brown, and Guusto's Kwesi Thomas for an interactive virtual event on how recognition can transform your workplace and increase employee retention. Whether you're leading a small team or an entire organization, this conversation is for you!This episode is a previously live webinar that we have remastered for the podcast. About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is yo...
2024-11-1456 min
HR on the FrontlineHave We Been Doing Frontline Recognition Wrong? w/ Morgan Williams (Peak HR)Send us a textAre we missing the mark with frontline employee recognition? Pizza lunches won’t cut it for those who make or break customer relationships.Let’s explore the clear gap between corporate and frontline recognition, and why giving these workers a real voice as well as credit for their impact is essential.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi...
2024-10-3127 min
HR on the FrontlineAdapting To Change: Strategies For Driving Employee Engagement During Times Of Uncertainty w/ Hone and GableSend us a textIn today’s fast-changing world, keeping employees engaged and motivated can feel like an uphill battle. With companies experiencing everything from a volatile economy, budget changes, and layoffs to the rise of remote/hybrid work, navigating the era of AI, and more — change has been the only constant. And as an HR or L&D leader, you know how important it is to keep your team focused and driven, especially when everything around them is shifting.This podcast episode was originally a webinar, hosted by Hone and featuring Gable.
2024-10-1752 min
HR on the FrontlineDemystifying 'Strategy' as an HR leader w/ Fay Wallis (Bright Sky Career Coaching)Send us a text‘Strategy’ can be a broad and unspecific term. And when it comes to HR ‘strategy’, it should mean more than surveys and benefits.But what does great HR strategy look like?Links mentioned:https://www.beekeeper.io/white-paper/2024-frontline-survey/https://brightskycareercoaching.ck.page/9eff79414aAbout HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show wher...
2024-10-0334 min
HR on the FrontlineThe Art of Managing Upwards w/ Laura Lillie (Laura Lillie Coaching)Send us a textMiddle managers often spend as much time managing those above them as below. Whether it’s managing expectations, negotiating for resources, or advocating for staff on the ground, it can be a constant balancing act that requires compromise, diplomacy, and a thick skin. So how can you as a People Leader support them?This podcast first appeared as a live webinar. About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else?
2024-09-191h 02
HR on the FrontlineDEIB and It's Role in Employee Engagement w/ Alysha M. Campbell (CultureShift HR)Send us a textDEIB initiatives are vital for fostering engagement. But what makes them truly effective in creating inclusive cultures?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else?HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in frontline workforces.Through candid, honest conversations, we try to get to the heart of what c...
2024-09-0523 min
HR on the FrontlineLack of DEI at Leadership Levels w/Bria Lucas (Normative)Send us a textIs Diversity Equity & Inclusion at your company more than just a checkbox?We explore why diversity in leadership matters and how to achieve it. Today we talk with Bria Lucas about how she approaches diversity as the sole HR person at NormativeAbout HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts a...
2024-08-2223 min
HR on the FrontlineNOW of work w/ Guusto Co-Founders Skai and JoeSend us a textGuusto Co-founders Skai and Joe, recently appeared on the NOW of work podcast, powered by Mercer. It made for a great conversation and so we thought we would share it with you here. "Please join us in welcoming Skai Dalziel and Joe Facciolo, Co-Founders and Co-CEOs of Guusto! Today's discussion will delve into Guusto's history of building a culture of recognition from the head office to the frontlines.Old pals, Skai Dalziel and Joe Facciolo, go all the way back to 1988 when they grew up together in a...
2024-08-0843 min
HR on the FrontlineBuilding Trust in Leadership w/ Tiff Jung (Alzheimer Society of B.C.)Send us a textWhen you break down what goes into a successful leadership team, trust is a foundational piece to the puzzle.It may seem obvious, but we want to explore why this is and furthermore, how we build trust?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that...
2024-07-2531 min
HR on the FrontlineCreating True Organizational Alignment w/ Chloe Waind (NewLeaf Performance)Send us a textIs everyone at your company pulling in the right direction?Does everyone work towards the same goals, or do some pursue their own agendas?Are your core values just fancy words on the boardroom wall, or are they principles employees put into action every day?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks...
2024-07-1157 min
HR on the FrontlineChange, Embracing and Getting Ahead Of It w/ LaToya Lynn (Vidmob)Send us a textAs the saying goes, adapt or die. But there’s a bit more to it than that, right?In today’s episode we learn about embracing change and getting ahead of it as an HR or People leader. About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the b...
2024-06-2732 min
HR on the FrontlineSafe Sounding Boards For Managers w/ Jennifer Paxton (Roofr)Send us a textWhen your managers are struggling, who can they turn to?If it's not you, should it be?As an HR leader, equipping your managers with the tools they need to success is one of the most important things you can do. Part of that is acting as a sounding board they can use to speak openly and honestly about the troubles they are facing. About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, re...
2024-06-1329 min
HR on the FrontlinePitfalls to avoid when buying HR tech w/ Alison Hunter (SelectSoftware Reviews)Send us a textYour HR tech stack can either be your best friend or your worst enemy. Modern HR professionals make use of various software solutions for everything from managing benefits, to learning and development, to increasing engagement. But how do you make sure you have the optimal solutions for your company? How do you avoid choosing vendors that don’t fit your needs, don’t deliver quality service, or just don’t give you the best deal for your budget?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy...
2024-05-3058 min
HR on the FrontlineA Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness at Work w/ Sheila Krueger (formerly Zoom)Send us a textHealth and wellness is at the forefront of many HR teams benefits plans these days, but are benefits enough in high-pressure workplaces?Health and wellness is a big priority for HR teams these days, but are benefits enough in high-pressure workplaces?If your work environment doesn’t give employees the space to take care of themselves, all the HSAs in the world won’t make a difference.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issu...
2024-05-1633 min
HR on the FrontlineExecutive EQ: Emotional Intelligence in Leadership w/ Elizabeth Powers (Pitch Labs)Send us a textHow emotionally intelligent are your leaders?Do they treat their team members with empathy and care,or do they lose sight of the person behind the employee?And could a lack of EQ in your executives actually be hurting their bottom line?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with...
2024-05-0249 min
HR on the FrontlineLeveraging the Power of Your Personal Brand, Network and Mentors w/ Dr Patti Ippoliti (Columbia University)Send us a textBuilding a personal brand and professional network is becoming increasingly important in almost every career these days, and HR is no exception. But where do you start?How do you create a presence and grow your reputation in an overcrowded field?And how do you build a professional network that includes the right people?What is the role of mentors in your career? And how do you find them?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is yo...
2024-04-1829 min
NOW of WorkCulture is the Ultimate Advantage — With Guusto!Please join us in welcoming Skai Dalziel and Joe Facciolo, Co-Founders and Co-CEOs of Guusto! Today's discussion will delve into Guusto's history of building a culture of recognition from the head office to the frontlines.
Old pals, Skai Dalziel and Joe Facciolo, go all the way back to 1988 when they grew up together in a small town just north of Toronto. They both attended the University of Western Ontario, where Joe studied Psychology and Sociology, while Skai studied Engineering and Business. After graduating, they both traveled the world for a few years before returning home in the...
2024-04-051h 01
HR on the FrontlineCommunicating Benefits with The Frontline w/ Leslie Carver (Carver Connections)Send us a textHR and Total Rewards in frontline companies often don’t have much connection with frontline staff.So how do we create benefits that these employees will really value?And how do we communicate the value of those benefits to their frontline staff?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts ab...
2024-04-0428 min
HR on the FrontlineLearning Equity for Frontline Workers w/ Heather Gilmartin (RedThread)Send us a textAre frontline companies doing enough to help their employees grow and develop?And is everyone getting the same opportunities?How can frontline organizations make their learning and development strategies more equitable?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in...
2024-03-2125 min
HR on the FrontlineThe Evolution of Compensation w/ Patrick Dunn (Benefi)Send us a textWith recruitment and retention becoming more challenging than ever, many companies across different sectors are becoming more creative in how they structure their compensation plans, and supplementing their basic salary offerings with additional benefits and rewards in order to gain a competitive edge in the market.In this episode, our Head of People Noah Warder talks to Patrick Dunn, Founder & CEO of Benefi, about how compensation has evolved, and how companies can create more attractive packages for today’s employees.About HR on the Frontlines...
2024-03-071h 02
HR on the FrontlineNavigating Personal Crisis w/ Erin PatchellSend us a textWhen an employee is going through a tough personal time, what do you do?What kind of help can you and your company offer them? And how do you put policies in place to ensure all of your team have the support they need, when they need it most?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly s...
2024-02-2222 min
HR on the FrontlineClear Pathways and Development for Frontline Teams w/ Steve Turner (John Deere)Send us a textA lot of people view frontline jobs in sectors like manufacturing and retail as short-term gigs with limited potential. So how do you change their minds?How do you create clear pathways for them to grow and develop their careers within your company?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR e...
2024-02-0821 min
HR on the FrontlineEmployee Experience in the Finance Industry w/Angela Champ, CHROSend us a textDoes employee experience in the finance sector need a makeover?As much as 53% of finance employees consider changing jobs within a year of joining, suggesting that the culture, working demands, and environment is falling short of modern employee expectations.So what needs to change?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with...
2024-01-2526 min
Beyond the Receipts (Small Business Tax & Finances)EP14 | S Corp Election and Does It Make Sense For Your Business?On this episode of Beyond the Receipts, we're cracking the code of S corporations. Forget boring tax jargon – we're breaking it down like you're sipping coffee with a financial bestie. We'll answer the burning questions: what are S corps, how do they save you taxes, and how do you pay yourself without tripping over the IRS red tape? Think you can just switch to S corp status and watch the tax savings roll in? Hold your horses! There's a catch - and it involves paying yourself a "reasonable" salary. We'll spill the tea on what that means and how to...
2024-01-1917 min
HR on the FrontlineModernizing Employee Experience in the Frontline Industry w/Tarek Kamil (Cerkl)Send us a textIt’s no secret that manufacturers, retailers, and other frontline and deskless employers are finding it harder and harder to attract and retain talent.Today’s employees are more discerning than ever, and frequently seek out companies that offer more nurturing cultures, superior rewards, and a modern, people-first employee experience. So have frontline employers fallen behind in this regard? Does the sector need a cultural reboot?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing...
2024-01-1137 min
HR on the FrontlineInspiring Leadership: Creating Your Company’s Leadership Journey with Kevin AmesSend us a textPeople don’t just become leaders the second they are promoted to leadership roles. True leadership – and the skills and behaviors that go with it – is something professionals have to choose, and starts from within.So how can you, as a People Leader, encourage your employees to embrace this kind of leadership? In this webinar, our Head of People Noah Warder will talk to Kevin Ames, Founder of the Ames Leadership Institute about how to inspire people to embark on their own leadership journey.About HR on the Frontl...
2023-12-2850 min
HR on the FrontlineThe Challenges of Frontline RecognitionSend us a textThere’s no workforce that needs some love right now more than frontline workers.Across hospitality, retail, healthcare, and other industries, deskless employees are feeling underappreciated, overworked, and burnt out. But I can tell you from experience, it’s not easy to deliver recognition effectively in these organizations.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where...
2023-12-1437 min
HR on the FrontlineMaking recognition work for manufacturing w/Cara Bongirno (Fortis Solutions)Send us a textThe manufacturing workforce is a diverse mix of people in different backgrounds and roles. So how do you make recognition work in the industry?How do you drive adoption for both office and frontline employees?How do you make sure your program drives the results you want?And how do you measure that success?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else?
2023-11-3041 min
HR on the FrontlineHow to Thrive in a Small HR Team w/Vanesa Cotlar (PolicyMe)Send us a textWhat do you do when your People Team doesn’t actually have that many people in it?It takes a lot of work to build a strong culture… but sometimes, HR isn’t given all the resources it needs.So, how do you make it work when there’s only a couple of you – or even just one of you – handling recruitment, engagement, recognition, and everything else? How do you thrive in a small HR team? About HR on the FrontlinesHow hea...
2023-11-1635 min
HR on the FrontlineEmployee Retention in Healthcare w/Kevin Kirkpatrick (Avery Professional Group)Send us a textIf there’s one thing the pandemic showed us it’s just how vital the work of dedicated employees in the healthcare industry really is.But the sector is facing a labour shortage crisis in the next decade, and organizations in every part of the industry are finding it increasingly difficult to attract and retain both clinical and non-clinical staff.So how can HR leaders in healthcare help to turn the tide? In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo talks to Kevin Kirkpatrick, the Founder...
2023-10-2626 minHR on the FrontlinePreventing Frontline Employee BurnoutSend us a textLong hours. Heavy workloads. Difficult customers.In a post-pandemic world, employees in frontline and deskless jobs in sectors like healthcare, retail, food services and manufacturing are feeling the pressure.And over time it can lead to something nasty…Burnout.Burnout is now one of the biggest causes of frontline employees leaving their jobs. It’s bad for them, and it’s bad for your company. So what can you do about it?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo talks to HR ex...
2023-10-1222 min
HR on the FrontlineMaking Parental Leave a Competitive Advantage w/Lydia Bowser (Wave HQ)Send us a textToday’s working parents don’t want to have to compromise their career progress for the sake of their families – or vice versa. That’s why a good parental leave policy can actually be a competitive advantage when it comes to attracting and retaining staff.But what goes into getting parental leave right? How do you ensure that working parents are given the support they need, both before and after their new arrivals? And how do you ensure that they get the same opportunities to grow and advance as others in...
2023-09-2841 minHR on the FrontlineWhat Does Inclusive Culture Look Like?Send us a textEvery company wants an inclusive culture, but what does that really mean?And what practical steps can you take to make it happen? In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Shelley DaCosta talk about what inclusion in the workplace actually is, and why it’s challenging to make it happen.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR...
2023-09-1427 minHR on the FrontlineChange Leadership – Managing Culture During TransitionsSend us a textChange is tough on everyone at a company, but especially HR folks.When your company is going through big transitions, your employees and leaders look to you to help maintain stability. All while you’re still adjusting to the new normal yourself.So how do you steady the ship when you’re still building it?In this episode of Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Shelley DaCosta talk about how to manage culture during periods of transition at your...
2023-08-3135 minHR on the FrontlineWhat Type of Company Culture is Right for You?Send us a textDifferent companies have different cultural dynamics.Some are more rigid, some are looser. Some are more authoritarian, and some give their employees more freedom.But what type of culture do you have? And is it the right kind of culture for your company?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Kwesi Thomas talk about what it means to crea...
2023-08-1721 min
Impact MakersCreating People-First Cultures Through Transparency, Trust, and Transformative HR With Noah WarderGet ready to reshape your HR practices with our insightful guest, Noah Warder. Noah, a vastly experienced HR strategist, brings a fresh perspective to the table, advocating for a culture that stimulates open dialogue and forethought. He shares his wisdom on how to balance daily tasks and strategic initiatives while also debunking the misconception that effective people practices need to be intricate or costly. Tackling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), Noah emphasizes the vital role of a diverse leadership team in recruiting a diverse workforce, and the significance of tying DEI strategies to business objectives. We also...
2023-08-1736 minHR on the FrontlineCultural Alignment: Why Does it Matter?Send us a textHow aligned is your company?Do you feel like everyone is on the same page? Or are microcultures across different teams developing?And is that a bad thing? How important is an aligned culture to success? In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Kwesi Thomas discuss practical ways to give your employees a voice.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issue...
2023-08-0319 minHR on the FrontlineFun at work: How important are employee engagement activities?Send us a textIs the office holiday party a chore, or something people look forward to?Do your employees want a Friday foosball tournament, or would they rather just go home?What social activities are actually valuable for team-building and culture, and what should you just forget about?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Shelley DaCosta talk about just how important it really is to have fun at work.About HR on the FrontlinesHo...
2023-07-2728 minHR on the FrontlineCreating an Employee Listening StrategySend us a textWant to know how to make your company better for your people?Ask them!An employee listening strategy can help you better understand what your people want, what they need, what their challenges are, and what you can do better.But where do you start?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Shelley DaCosta discuss practical ways to give your employees a voice.About HR on th...
2023-07-2029 min
HR on the FrontlineMastering Frontline Employee Retention w/Kirsti Stubbs (formerly Starbucks)Send us a textA lot of frontline companies have historically had high turnover. But does it have to be that way?Even though many in the workforce still view jobs in areas like retail, hospitality, and food services as short-term options, ongoing labour shortages mean People Leaders in these industries need to try and foster long-term retention and growth in order to build a sustainable talent pipeline in the next decade.In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel and executive HR and Total Re...
2023-07-1336 minHR on the FrontlineHow important is employee morale for productivity?Send us a textAs the old saying goes, ‘a happy worker is a busy worker’.But does that hold true in the real world? How important is morale to productivity?And how do you maintain it in a busy, stressful environment?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Kwesi Thomas talk about how employee morale affects your bottom line.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy...
2023-06-2918 minHR on the FrontlineFinding your next leaders: Succession planning and leadership developmentSend us a textThere’s an open leadership role at your company. You’ve got a great team, and you want to give one of them a shot to step up. But who’s got what it takes?What makes a great leader?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Kwesi Thomas talk about how to put practical plans in place for succession planning and leadership development.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your com...
2023-06-2223 minHR on the FrontlineUnderstaffed and overworked- managing during staffing shortagesSend us a textA key contributor goes on leave, or a high performer moves on to another company. This can leave you and your employees picking up the pieces and scrambling to hold the operation together, all without missing a step. Not a recipe for consistency to say the least, but it begs the question - what’s the best way to manage during staff shortages?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Fac...
2023-06-1528 minHR on the FrontlineEngagement on a budget: Low cost to no cost ways to improve moraleSend us a textA bad economy, inflation, mass layoffs…times are tough right now.This kind of climate can have a huge impact on team morale, and people leaders need to step up and make sure their talent remains fully engaged and committed. But when your business is already feeling the pinch, how do you invest in engagement without breaking the bank?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Shelley DaCosta talk about budget-friendly options to improve engagement.
2023-06-0820 minHR on the FrontlineThe honeymoon is over: We got our top candidate, now what?Send us a textYou’re in the third round of interviews, their answers are music to your ears, the negotiation goes smoothly, and next thing you know – you’ve got your first-choice candidate and they start on Monday.Now what?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Kwesi Thomas talk about how to keep new hires engaged after the honeymoon period ends.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related...
2023-06-0124 minHR on the FrontlineHow Much is Employee Retention Really Worth?Send us a textAsk any People Expert, and they’ll tell you it costs a lot more to hire a new employee than to keep one. But where does this cost come from? And how much could focusing on employee retention actually be worth to your business? In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo and executive HR and Total Rewards Expert Kwesi Thomas crunch the numbers on retention.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, reten...
2023-05-2524 minHR on the FrontlineOffboarding – Is there a Right Way to Say Goodbye?Send us a textPeople experts talk a lot about getting a new hire onboarded and acclimatized to the company, but what about the other end of a tenure? How do you show appreciation to a longstanding employee leaving for a new opportunity? How do you handle layoffs in a way that supports those being let go? How do you approach terminations when things just aren’t working out?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel speaks to executive HR and Total Rewards expert Shelley DaCosta about saying goodbye the right...
2023-05-1821 minHR on the FrontlineWhy is Our Turnover Rate so High?Send us a textIs it me? 🤔Is it them? Is it our culture? Did we give enough pizza lunches? 🍕These are some of the questions that rattle around your head when faced with a high turnover rate.In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel speaks to executive HR and Total Rewards expert Shelley DaCosta about how to find the real reasons behind your retention problems.About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? A...
2023-05-1126 minHR on the FrontlineEmployee Retention on a BudgetSend us a textWhen times are tight, how do you keep your top people? 🤔If you’re struggling to match others in the market on salary and benefits, is it still possible to stop employees looking elsewhere? How do you create a culture people don’t want to leave?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo speaks to executive HR and Total Rewards expert Kwesi Thomas about strategies for retaining employees without breaking the bank. About Culture ClinicHow healthy is your cul...
2023-05-0419 minHR on the FrontlineCreating an Employee Engagement Action PlanSend us a textYour eNPS scores are in, and they aren’t pretty. Turnover is skyrocketing. Productivity is down the drain. And your leadership are looking to HR for answers. It’s your move… ♟️How are you going to turn things around?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel speaks to executive HR and Total Rewards expert Kwesi Thomas about how to strategically tackle disengagement at a organization-wide level. Want more strategies to engage your team? Check out our free guide, Culture is the Ultimate Advantage: htt...
2023-04-2722 minHR on the FrontlineIs Your Team Really Engaged?Send us a textWorried your team is tuning out? Are you unsure whether an employee is dialed in on their role or asleep at the wheel?People leaders and managers often don’t spot the signs of disengagement in their employees until it’s too late, and they miss their chance to turn things around In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dlaziel speaks to executive HR and Total Rewards expert Kwesi Thomas about what causes disengagement, how to spot it, and how to fix it. About HR on th...
2023-04-2019 minHR on the FrontlineWhat Does Bad Company Culture Really Look Like?Send us a textIt seems like almost everyone has a horror story about toxic, unhealthy work environments these days. But what really makes culture go wrong?Is it poor leadership? Misaligned priorities? Unreasonable expectations? Or is it something else entirely? No company can be perfect, but what are the most crucial elements to get right?In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Joe Facciolo speaks to executive HR expert Shelley Da Costa to get her take on the biggest factors tha...
2023-04-1421 minHR on the FrontlineEquitable RecognitionSend us a textRecognition can be one of the most powerful tools there is for engaging your people, but it won’t be effective if it isn’t done fairly or equitably. When launching a recognition program, people leaders need to work to ensure that everyone at the company has a fair chance to be recognized, and they need to monitor the program as it progresses to make sure those that deserve recognition are getting it.In this week's Culture Clinic, Guusto’s Co-Founder Skai Dalziel speaks to executive HR expert Shelley Da Cost...
2023-04-1313 min
Business NinjasBuild a Culture of Recognition with Guusto | Business Ninjas: WriteForMe and GuustoJoin our resident Business Ninja Andrew with Kevin Fernando, Head of Growth Marketing at Guusto as they talk about creating an amazing workplace culture where people feel appreciated, connected and inspired. It's been estimated that up to 70% of U.S. workers are emotionally disconnected from their workplaces. The lack of recognition is certainly one reason. In an era of limited time, money, and energy, we need to focus on what actually works.At Guusto, they help HR Leaders build employee recognition programs to transform culture. This is the very reason why Guusto exists, to deeply understand customer p...
2023-03-0820 min
EntreprenistaHigh Quality Cocktails at Home with Dominique Gonzales of Root ElixirsAfter rising up through the ranks in the hospitality industry to become a bartender at many different cocktail bars in Northern California, Dominique Gonzalez found herself being the designated bartender at all the gatherings she would attend. An Entreprenista at heart, Dominique decided to use her bartending knowledge to fix the problem that many of her family members were facing: creating intricate great-tasting cocktails. In today’s episode, we are talking with Dominique Gonzalez, founder of Root Elixirs, a craft cocktail mixer that gives people the ability to create high-quality cocktails in the comfort of their own hom...
2022-11-2839 min
All About HR#2.17 - Key HR Challenges in VC-backed CompaniesIs it possible to build a people-first company in the VC model? 🤔 In this episode of All About HR season 2, we talk with Noah Warder — Head of People @ Guusto — about making VC-backed companies people-first, sustainable, and revenue-driven. 💪Noah is a seasoned HR leader who is passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and efficient spaces for teams through organizational design. 🌱In this episode, we’ll discuss: 🎯 3 issues with the current VC model of building companies🎯 How sustainable companies hire 🎯 HR as the main revenue-generating function of the business Listen to the full episode to disco...
2022-09-0135 min
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I O - Castles In The Sky (Extended Mix)
Tasso - Be There (Extended Mix)
Will Atkinson Gary Go - If I Spoke Your Language (Original Mix)
Cresta - Kingdom (Extended Mix)
Tempo Guusto - Choose Your Fate (Extended Mix)
Skynet - Declivity (Extended Mix)
Heatbeat - Feel Alive (Extended Mix)
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2020-12-2156 min
The Business Method: Interviewing Billionaires, Billion Dollar Founders & the World’s Most Successful People 🎧🔥Ep. 124 ~ Equity Crowdfunding ~ A Book Born in The Entrepreneur HouseToday Entrepreneur House listeners, we have the founder of Assemble Advisory Nathan Rose back on our show. Assemble Advisory is a leading international financial agency for equity crowdfunding. About six months ago we featured Nathan on the show because we wanted to share his experience since he stayed at The Entrepreneur House and talk about the growth of his business. He also made an announcement that he was going to write a book about a hot topic in the business world today, equity crowdfunding.
We are happy to announce that the day of this recording Nov. 1st, 2016 Nathan’s book is...
2016-11-0232 min
I Love Mortgage Brokering112: Technology Tuesday: Easier Gifting with Guusto
Technology Tuesday – we highlight tools or tech that will help your mortgage business run easier, faster, or cheaper.
Joe Facciolo is back on ILMB to tell us that Guusto has gotten even better! Joe was previously on "I Love Mortgage Brokering" episode 86, where he introduced Guusto: a gifting platform where you can impress and delight people with easy gifts. You can give a thank-you to a client or partner, or quickly save face with a ‘sorry’.
Bonus for ILMB listeners
Joe was nice enough to create a coupon code for ILMB members. Get a $10 c...
2016-05-1723 minI Love Mortgage Brokering84: Chad Oyhenart is Involved in His CommunityChad Oyhenart owns and runs his brokerage with 5 brokers at Aegis.
Chad Oyhenart's Website: www.aegismortgage.ca
Chad Oyhenart's E-Mail: coyhenart@dominionlending.ca
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Guusto Website: https://www.guusto.com
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2015-11-0425 minI Love Mortgage Brokering68: Joe Facciolo of GuustoJoe Facciolo is the co-founder of Guusto, a mobile gifting platform that allows you to send food and drinks to your clients as thank you's.
I Love Mortgage Brokering: www.ilovemortgagebrokering.com
Find out more about the $25 Million Dollar Blueprint: www.get25million.com
Check out our other podcast, 10 Loans a Month: www.10loansamonth.com
2015-06-2417 min