PCTY Talks: HR, People and Culture

Finding Success in HR with Steve Browne

HR is a critical component of any successful organization, sitting at the intersection of employees, leaders, and business and helping people reach their full potential. That’s why HR professionals can make a real difference in the lives of employees and the overall success of their businesses when they focus on talent. Listen in as Steve Browne and host Shari Simpson talk about the qualities of a good HR professional, what success looks like in HR, and the building blocks to get you there.

Guest: Steve Browne, Chief People Officer for LaRosa's, Inc

Steve has been an HR professional for 35+ years and has worked in the Hospitality, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, and Professional Services industries in various HR roles.

He was recently a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Board of Directors and has held several other national, regional, state, and local SHRM volunteer leadership roles. He facilitates a monthly HR roundtable, and an HR internet forum called the HR Net, which reaches over 14,000+ people globally each week.

Steve is an accomplished speaker featured at local, regional and national Conferences, Chambers of Commerce, HR chapters and businesses.  He’s very active in social media and has a nationally recognized HR blog – Everyday People. (http://sbrownehr.com), and he has authored two bestselling books on HR - HR on Purpose !! and HR Rising !!

Mentioned in the episode:

• Blog post: Dump Your Bucket

Workplace Empathy: A Business-Critical Skill with Jeremy York

In today's business world, there's one skill that's more important than ever: empathy. Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It is a critical skill for businesses because it allows them to build strong relationships with their customers and employees. Listen in as Jeremy York and host Shari Simpson discuss why empathy is important in the workplace and the necessary steps to build this crucial skill.

Guest: Jeremy York, Purple Ink’s Vice President of Talent Strategy and Success and co-author of The JoyPowered® Organization

His expertise in defining and understanding the “big picture” enables him to translate business needs into tangible solutions. Jeremy has over 20 years of experience in human resource strategy and operations. Holding various HR leadership roles, he has worked with and advised all levels of management on critical business and people-related issues. These items include HR strategy, performance management, strategic planning, talent management and acquisition, leadership, and more. With his guidance, organizations have improved employee relations, increased performance, and developed cultures based on mutual trust and respect. Jeremy earned a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision from Purdue University and a master’s in Management from Indiana Wesleyan University. He is a SHRM-Senior Certified Professional and a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources. Jeremy is an adjunct faculty member for the Department of Organizational Leadership at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) and is involved in SHRM, HR Indiana SHRM, and IndySHRM.

Mentioned in the episode:

• The JoyPowered® Organization by JoDee Curtis, Megan Nail, Jeremy York

Promoting Creativity and Innovation in Business with Dr. Britt Andreatta

Description: Ideas are the lifeblood of every organization. They keep things fresh, exciting, and relevant. But where do these ideas come from? With the ever-changing landscape of the modern world, organizations must constantly adapt and evolve to stay ahead of the competition. This means promoting creativity and innovation in business at all levels of the workplace. Listen in as Britt Andreatta and host Shari Simpson talk about the connection brain science has in fostering creativity and innovation.

Guest: Dr. Britt Andreatta, Chief Executive Officer at Brain Aware Training and former Chief Learning Officer for Lynda.com

Dr. Andreatta is an internationally recognized thought leader who uses her background in leadership, neuroscience, psychology, and education to create brain-science-based solutions for today’s workplace challenges. Britt is the former CLO for Lynda.com (LinkedIn Learning) and has over 10 million views worldwide of her online courses. She regularly consults with organizations on leadership development and learning strategy. Britt is the author of several books on the brain science of success, including Wired to Grow, Wired to Resist, and Wired to Connect. In 2021, she was named a Top 20 Learning Influencer and a Top 20 HR Influencer for Leadership Development and in 2022, a Top 10 Learning Influencer.

Mentioned in the episode:

• The Eureka Factor: Aha Moments, Creative Insight, and the Brain by John Kounios
• Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days by Jake Knapp and Website
• Reinventing Organizations: A Guide to Creating Organizations Inspired by the Next Stage in Human Consciousness by Frederic Laloux

Let’s talk about ”Quiet Quitting” with Kate Grimaldi

It's no secret that the current pandemic has forced many of us to reevaluate our priorities. For some, that means taking a hard look at their careers and deciding what's truly important to them. Conversations around "hustle culture," constant availability, and working 24/7 has led to a new buzzword that's taken the internet by storm: “quiet quitting.” Listen in as Kate Grimaldi and host Shari Simpson chat about what the term quiet quitting means and why it’s one you shouldn’t be using.

Guest: Kate Grimaldi, Senior Director of Enterprise Talent Strategy at Paylocity

Kate is a seasoned HR professional with over a decade of experience in various industries. Starting in 2017 at Paylocity, Kate made an impact quickly, rising through the ranks and propelling company HR initiatives forward. Today, she lends her skills to multiple projects, including speaking at local and national conferences, working closely with the C-Suite on HR and business alignment, updating the company of more than 5,000 employees with important announcements weekly, and cultivating an inclusive culture that supports the modern workforce.

 

The Do’s and Don’ts of Change Management with April Callis-Birchmeier

Change is never easy, and when it comes to large corporate initiatives, it can often lead to panic. Tune into April Callis-Birchmeier and host Shari Simpson as they discuss the importance of change management communications for stakeholders. Together they will explore best practices for implementing organizational transformations and changes.

Guest: April Callis-Birchmeier, Owner of Springboard Consulting, Author and Keynote Speaker

April is a nationally known organizational change management expert and has implemented change for dozens of clients and including many health care organizations. April is the leader of Springboard Consulting, one of the "First 100" Certified Change Management Professionals (CCMP™) an author of The Standard for Change Management and a recognized thought leader “Igniter” for the Association of Change Management Professionals (ACMP). She’s also a Project Management Professional, winner of the Top Trainer Throwdown Past President of the Michigan National Speakers Association and President of the Michigan Chapter of ACMP.

April believes that no one should have to suffer through an unorganized, poorly managed change and the resulting negativity. She’s frequently quoted by the Associated Press, The New York Times and other international media outlets.

Mentioned in the episode:

• Book: READY, Set, Change!: Simplify and Accelerate Organizational Change

 

Becoming a More Strategic Business Writer with Cathy Fyock

Writing can often seem impossible, especially when trying to write for an unknown audience. If you have ever wondered how to write for a specific audience while simultaneously letting your writing flow, please join Cathy Fyock and host Shari Simpson as they explore the ins and outs of writing while giving great tips to listeners.  

Guest: Cathy Fyock, National Speaker, Author and The Business Book Strategist

Cathy works with professionals and thought leaders who want to write a book as a business development strategy. She is the author of eleven books, including On Your Mark: From First Word to First Draft in Six Weeks, and Blog2Book: Repurposing Content to Discover the Book You've Already Written, and The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches, written with co-author Lois Creamer. Her book, Authority, is a Wall Street Journal best-seller. Her newest book is My New Book, a workbook she created with publisher Everett O'Keefe. She is also the editor for nine anthologies on HR and OD issues, with her most recent, Imagination@Work.

Through her creative energy, she helps her clients identify the right book to write, and develops a community of supportive, like-minded individuals who want to change the world--through the written and spoken word--one word at a time.

She has helped over 200 professionals become published authors.

As a professional speaker with the National Speakers Association, Cathy provides engaging programs and workshops to help audiences find their creative voice. She is adept in delivering high-engagement virtual programs as well as in-person workshops and retreats.

 

Why Giving Rich Employee Feedback Matters with Dr. Wade Larson

As any manager knows, feedback is essential for helping employees grow and develop. By providing feedback, managers can help employees to identify areas where they need improvement and set goals for future growth. However, giving feedback can also be challenging. It's essential to strike the right balance between positive and negative feedback and to avoid coming across as overly critical. Listen in as host Shari Simpson talks with Wade Larson about giving rich feedback to employees.

Guest: Dr. Wade Larson, Chief Human Resources Officer / Workforce Development at Wagstaff Incorporated

Wade is an author, international speaker, career coach, consultant, podcaster, and CHRO for Wagstaff, Inc., a global manufacturing firm in Washington State, and has worked more than 25 years in the field of human resources and professional development.

As a speaker, Wade brings new energy to the stage with an alternative perspective that brings a big dose of reality, motivation and hope to the audience. If you want the right mix of cutting-edge perspective in leadership, cultural dynamics, people and healthcare, blended with just the right amount of humor, motivation and a twist of cynicism, this doctor has your prescription to cure boring keynotes and workshops.

As a senior leader, Larson has specialized in reengineering the HR function for several organizations; as a consultant, he has worked with over 300 organizations finding solutions for better employee alignment and organizational performance. In his latest book, HR Transformation (2021), he presents a new model for leading HR in today's new world recognizing that the world has completely changed - and the way we do HR must change with it.

In his first book, Doing HR Better (2018), Larson lays out a simplified model to assist other HR leaders in their efforts to improve the HR function. In his second book, Mind Shifts in Healthcare (2019), he identifies key strategies for employers to win the war in healthcare. Today he is on a personal mission to help organizations overcome mediocrity and assist their employees to do more, become more and achieve more.

HR as the Master Strategic Influencer with Vivian Blade

The HR function is often seen as the reinforcer of rules and regulations. However, in recent years, the HR profession has pushed to shift that mentality. With the new candidate-driven labor market, businesses have had to pivot to see the importance of their human capital. Tune in to hear how Vivian Blade and host Shari Simpson share tips on how HR can become a strategic business partner.  

Guest: Vivian Blade, Resilience & Inclusive Leadership Expert, #1 Best Selling Author, Top 100 HR Influencer-2021

Vivian is a recognized leadership expert and thought leader. She works with the world’s top brands, equipping leaders with the resilience that inspires teams to recover quickly in the face of ongoing disruption and thrive in spite of insurmountable odds. Her impact is felt as a frequent speaker for association conferences, and in delivering transformative leadership development programs, executive coaching, and consulting for corporations.

In the face of her own crisis following a successful 20-year corporate career with Fortune 100 companies, Humana and GE, Vivian launched her current leadership consulting practice, applying her extensive business, finance and leadership experience to coach and develop aspiring and established leaders in building high-performance, high-quality and high-service level organizations. She also works in academia as Adjunct Faculty for the University of Louisville College of Business.

Vivian is the author of four books. Her #1 best-selling book 'Resilience Ready: The Leader’s Guide to Thriving Through Unrelenting Crises’ and accompanying workbook, 'Resilience Ready: The Leader's Guide Workbook', reveal the keys to living and leading with resilience. Her newest book, 'Influence in Talent Development', unpacks how to SCALE this essential skill for greater impact. 'FuelForward: Discover Proven Practices to Fuel Your Career Forward' reveals the inside secrets of career success. She is a contributor to two books published by the Association for Talent Development, 'Find Your Fit: A Practical