In episode 78, we talk with Jeri Rosenberg who makes a strong case for exploring new types of work, stepping out of your comfort zone, and using the skills you have to transition to your next role.

In episode 77 we talk with Brandon Fluckiger about the topic of pay transparency.

In episode 76 we talk with Kelly Loudermilk about what she thinks will happen in the people industry during 2023.

In episode 75, Deb Calvert offers some simple but powerful methods to tackle burnout at its roots.

In episode 74 we talk with Gregory Offner Jr. about his experiences as a performer at a dueling piano bar to explain the give-and-take of employee experience.

In episode 73 we talk with Violet Mendez about how appreciation can keep employees motivated, engaged, and eager to do their best work.

In episode 72, Fred Rafilson draws on his knowledge of I/O psychology to explain how behavioral assessments work and why they’re beneficial.

In episode 71, we talk with Ashleigh Wilson about what it means to show up to work as your true self.

In episode 70, we talked with Bob Coursey about his take on the intersection between compliance and compassion.

In episode 69, we talk again with Steven Farber about what EQ is, why it matters, and how to improve workplace EQ.

In episode 68, we talk with Cecilia Clark about what it’s like recruiting for healthcare roles, how things have changed in recent years, and the best ways to recruit.

In episode 67 we talk with Necole Jones about why companies shouldn’t shy away from hiring job hoppers.

In episode 66, we talk with Sarah Hughes about challenges that recruiters in rural areas face—and how to deal with them.

In episode 65, we talk with Stephen Fortuna about what happens when one-person HR departments at small businesses are under-supported.

In episode 64, we talk with Spencer Barclay about the importance of financial wellness.

In episode 63, we talk with Phil Strazzulla about the importance of HR software and the shifting role of human resource pros within their organizations.

In episode 62, we talk with Philip Romm about how he sees evidence of unwritten employer-employee contracts every day as he advises growing companies about their strategic HR.

In episode 61, we talked with Leslie Carver who uses storytelling to educate employees about their benefits.

In episode 60, we sat down with Christine Stolpe to discuss what Payroll Appreciation Week is all about and how employers and employees alike can get more informed about their paychecks.

In episode 59, we talk with Anthony Howard about HR certifications and if they are really needed in the world of HR.

In episode 58, we talked with Clint Van Marrewijk about the importance of preparation when it comes to health and safety.

In episode 57, we talked with Remone Robinson about why it’s important to trust HR pros when it comes to people

In episode 56, we talked with Tim Reitsma about how to move through crises (personal and company-wide) and return to a pre-crisis state.

In episode 55, we talk with Heather Anderson about her insights on the importance of employee labor relations.

In episode 54, we talk with Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz to discuss the challenges that veterans face in the civilian world and learn how to become a veteran-ready employer.

In episode 53, we talk with Tony Martignetti about how to find fulfillment at work – and help others do the same.

In episode 52, we sat down with Robin Schooling to learn how HR practitioners can follow Meghan Markle’s example and make the best of opposition.

In episode 51, we sat down with Russ Laraway to learn more about what makes a strong leader, how employee engagement affects performance, and the steps that good (or even not-so-good) managers can take to become great managers.

In our 50th episode, we talk with Dr. Kevin Skinner about why people feel lonely at work, how it affects their job performance, and what business owners and HR can do to help.

In episode 49, we talk with Molly McGrath about a few ways to motivate superstar team members to stay with a company.

In episode 48, we talk with Heenle Turner about recruiting top talent with planning, clarity, and culture in this applicant-driven climate.

In episode 47, we talked with Tamara Jones about the rising tide of employee turnover and what small businesses can do to improve retention.

In episode 46, we talk with Earl Foote about the importance of company culture and what makes one strong and healthy.

In episode 45, we sat down with Shalie Reich to better understand the impact of leadership in a small business.

In episode 44, we sat down with Steven Farber to talk about the DISC personality assessment and the direct correlation between empowered self-awareness and retention in your small business.

In episode 43, we sat down with Lotus Buckner to talk about the pros and cons of corporate environments and startups and how you can leverage both to build an HR program that supports your mission.

In episode 42, we sat down with Kimberly Bozeman to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

In episode 42, we talk with Jessica Holsapple about the barriers to recruiting, hiring, and retaining top talent in this increasingly employee-driven market.

In episode 40, we sat down with Darryl Mobley to talk about the challenges that diverse employees face that limit or impede their productivity on the job.

In episode 39, we talk with Will Peng about the value of holistic benefits and the importance of offering financial well-being programs for employees as a part of total rewards.

In episode 38, we sat down with Tatiyana Cure, to talk about the challenges and opportunities hiring managers face today.

In episode 37, we sat down with Heather Skillman to talk about how she navigates office issues without being seen as the HR police.

In episode 36, we talk with Natasha K. A. Wiebusch to learn about the best practices for facilitating successful DEI training for employees.

In episode 35, we talked with Brandon Buttars to learn about the five principles for becoming an effective and strategic HR business partner.

In episode 34, we sat down with Angie Redmon, an expert consultant who helps companies do the work of applying for a workplace award.

In episode 33, we talked with Ryan Drawdy about how Sweet Fish evolved its candidate experience to master the art of virtual hiring.

In episode 32, we talked with Leeatt Rothschild about how to inject purpose into an already existing business—especially when purpose was not inherently part of why the business was started.

In episode 31, we talk with Ben Eden to learn about the challenges HR professionals face prioritizing their own mental health and well-being when they're already busy taking care of others.

In episode 30, we talk with Chase Cragun to learn more about building the framework for happier, more productive employees.

In episode 29, we talked with Coreyne Woodman-Holoubek to learn more about the creator economy, who can create content, and how HR can help their organizations build a creator culture.

In episode 28, we talk with Chris Ruddy about the challenges and opportunities HR professionals have when starting an HR department from scratch.

In episode 27, we sat down with Kelly Loudermilk to learn about the trend sweeping the nation (as well as companies big and small): the anti-work movement.

In episode 26, we sat down with Cassidy Gonzalez to hear about how to innovate common HR processes and practices to make them not only better, but fun for everyone involved.

In episode 25, we talk with Joseph Ifiegbu to hear about the value people analytics tools add to organizations of all sizes—even small businesses.

In episode 24, we talk with Angela Livingston to hear about what unconscious bias in the workplace is—and why it’s important to understand it.

In episode 23, we talked with Christine Wzorek to hear about the value of human connectivity, what it means and why it matters to companies.

In episode 22, we talk with Steven Farber about why stress—and employee turnover—are higher than ever, and what the connection is between the two.

In episode 21, we sat down with Logan Mallory to learn about why businesses, especially small businesses, should be thinking about their employee engagement strategies—right now—for the year ahead.

In episode 20, we talked with Melissa Doman about her approach to effectively discuss mental health at work and make an impact on company culture.

In episode 19, we met with Megan Putnam to talk about what people leaders can do to move the needle on their company culture.

In episode 18, we sat down with Milly Christmann to talk about how to know when it’s time to leave a toxic work environment—according to your own tolerance levels.

In episode 17, we sat down with Stephen Fortuna to talk about how he plans to create a free community of information sharing for HR professionals.

In episode 16 we sat down with Wendy Kelly to talk about the critical importance of supporting employee well-being and how HR teams can build well-being programs at their small businesses.

In episode 15 we talk with Marshall Hooper to talk about how small business HR professionals can get starting building a culture of excellence—or work to shift the one that already exists at your company.

In episode 14 we talk with David Blake about how small business HR teams can get onboarding right.

In episode 13 we talk with Kelley McCart to understand the different between engagement, motivation, and drive and what HR professionals can do to help drive better engagement and retention in the workplace.

In episode 12, we sat down with Ariel Leonard to learn about her experience in HR and how giving the talent lifecycle the TLC it deserved would get the results she was after.

In this episode 11, we talk with Joe Nabrotzky about the three things that all world-class HR teams focus on.

In this episode 10, we talk with Bryce Ericson about interviewing job applicants with purpose.

In this episode 9, we talk with Shawn Kaufman about the unique challenges that the skilled trade industry faces.

In this episode 8, we talk with Dr. Jonathan Westover about how the color indigo—and a servant leadership mentality—inspired the leadership lessons he wrote about in his new book, <i>‘Bluer than Indigo’ Leadership: The Journey of Becoming a Truly Remarkable Leader.</i>

In this episode 7, we talk with Amber Parr about how HR can adopt a growth mindset in our ever-changing world of work.

In this episode 6, we talk with Ryan Archibald about how HR professionals can be better partners to their leadership team—and operate as a trusted resource, even when you’re an HR department of one.

In this episode 5, we talk with Jared Olsen about his in-depth take on the hero’s journey and how it’s helped the company attract, retain, and even part ways with employees (when the time is right). .

In this episode 4, we talk with Kyle Wadsworth about how the restaurant industry is dealing with the pervasive staffing drought—and what impact HR can have on supporting businesses with recruitment and retention.

In this episode 3, we talk with Nick Staley about the need to be an advocate for employee mental health.

In this episode 2, we talk with Elisa Garn how HR professionals can shape the employee experience—and be a positive driver of engagement. 

In this episode 1, we talk with Kaden Heaton about insights on how small businesses can get HR right, even when you’re not ready to hire a full-time HR person.

In this introductory episode, we talk with Travis Hansen about his background that led to becoming the CEO of Eddy. Garrett Jestice also introduces the podcast and what HR Mavericks is all about.