PCTY Talks: HR, People and Culture

Experience-Based Onboarding Can Fast-Track Employee Integration with Andre Mayes

If you've got a new employee joining the team, there's no time like the present to ensure they get off to the best start possible! With experience-based onboarding, both employer and employee benefit from an engaging first-day boost – not only is it more likely that the new hire will enjoy their first days on the job, but companies reap the rewards in terms of better-integrated staff members in less time. Join host Shari Simpson and guest Andre Mayes as they examine why experience-based onboarding might be just what your organization needs.

Guest Bio: Andre Mayes, Program Manager Organizational Learning, Paylocity

Andre is a Program Manager in Organizational Learning and has been with Paylocity for eleven years. Andre has spent the last eight years of his career in Learning & Development, researching how to engage and retain talent in today's workforce; designing some of the most impactful programs in our Operations space. Now working on Paylocity's onboarding strategy, he spends his time working with leaders across the business to design and build one of the most comprehensive employee onboarding programs in the business. 

HR Skills for the Future with Dr. Alex Alonso

A report compiled by the Harvard Business Review revealed that within the next 10 years, 65% of jobs will necessitate new skills that are not currently required. As the world progresses and changes, so too must the field of human resources. Join Alex Alonso and host Shari Simpson as they discuss the most essential skills for HR professionals in the future.

Guest: Dr. Alex Alonso, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, Chief Knowledge Officer, SHRM

Alexander Alonso, PhD, SHRM-SCP is the Society for Human Resource Management's (SHRM's) Chief Knowledge Officer leading operations for SHRM's Certified Professional and Senior Certified Professional certifications, research functions, and the SHRM Knowledge Advisor service. He is responsible for all research activities, including developing the SHRM Competency Model and SHRM credentials.

During his career, he has worked with numerous subject matter experts worldwide to identify performance standards, develop competency models, design organizational assessments, and conduct job analyses. He was also responsible for working on contract task orders involving the development of measurement tools for content areas such as job knowledge (like teacher knowledge of instructional processes) and organizational climates (like organizational climate forecasting in military health care).

Dr. Alonso received his doctorate in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from Florida International University in 2003. His works have been recognized for their contribution to real-world issues. They include being recognized by the Society for Industrial Organizational Psychology (Division 14 of the APA; SIOP) with the 2007 M. Scott Myers Award for Applied Research in the Workplace for the development of the federal standard for medical team training, TeamSTEPPS; being awarded a 2009 Presidential Citation for Innovative Practice by the American Psychological Association for supporting the development of competency model for team triage in emergency medicine; receiving the 2013 SIOP Distinguished Early Career Contributions for Practice Award.

Throughout his career, he has published works in peer-reviewed journals such as Industrial and Organizational Psychology: Perspectives on Science and Practice, Journal of Applied Psychology, International Journal of Selection and Assessment, People and Strategy, Personality and Individual Differences, Quality and Safety in Health Care, and Human Resources Management Review. He has also authored several chapters on community-based change initiatives in workforce readiness, as well as co-authoring Defining HR Success: A Guide to the SHRM Competency Model in Practice.

Dr. Alonso also served as a columnist analyzing major trends in the workforce for The Industrial Psychologist and HR Magazine. In addition, he has served on several professional society boards, including the SIOP and the Personnel Testing Council of Metropolitan Washington.

 

Mentioned in the episode:

• SHRM: https://www.shrm.org/
• Dr. Alex Alonso: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-alonso-shrm/

2023 HR Challenges: What to Expect with John Baldino and Josh Rock

It's hard to believe, but 2023 is just around the corner. In HR circles, that means one thing: time to start preparing for the future! What can you expect over the next few years? Join John Baldino, Josh Rock, and host Shari Simpson as they discuss a few predictions.

 

Guest(s):

John Baldino, President, Humareso

John founded Humareso to strategize with companies to develop plans to manage talent, recruit for skills gaps based on employee inventories, assess markets for growth, develop long-range succession plans and influence a culture of enthusiastic buy-in.  Humareso provides outsourced human resource services, including its flagship HRO plan, which helps businesses save money, increase productivity, and reduce legal risks by providing dedicated HR consulting for compliance, training, performance management, employee relations, workplace management, discipline and other important HR best practices.

John has a Bachelor's degree in English and a Master's degree in HR Development and has 27 years of experience in Human Resources. His areas of expertise include Performance and Change Management, Organizational Development, Leadership Development, etc.

Josh Rock, Talent Acquisition Manager, Nuss Truck Group Inc.

Josh Rock is the Talent Acquisition Manager with Nuss Truck & Equipment in Minnesota. Josh is also the lead moderator of JobHuntChat, the longest weekly job advice chat on Twitter for the past 11 years. Josh’s infectious energy and enthusiasm for career advancement & discovery lead him to speak to scores of colleges and job-seeking groups across the US.

 

Mentioned in the episode:

• Humareso: https://humareso.com/
• Nuss Truck Group Inc: https://www.nussgrp.com/

 

The Future of Training is Virtual Reality with Gita Barry

The future of training is here, and it's in virtual reality.

VR allows trainees to immerse themselves in realistic environments where they can practice skills and gain experience without putting themselves or others at risk. VR is already being used by the military, police, and medical professionals to provide safe, realistic training scenarios. Listen to Gita Barry and host Shari Simpson talk about the benefits of using VR.

Guest: Gita Barry, EVP and General Manager of Immersive Healthcare, Penumbra

Gita is the executive vice president and general manager of immersive healthcare at Penumbra, Inc. With more than 25 years in the medical device industry, Gita leads a diverse team of developers and specialists to bring virtual reality-based immersive technology to a broad range of healthcare settings with an extensive library of activities and experiences to address various health conditions. Before joining Penumbra, Gita worked at Stryker Corporation in product management, strategy, business development and information technology. Gita received a BS in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Miami (FL) and an Executive MBA from Santa Clara University.

Mentioned in the episode:

• Penumbra https://www.penumbrainc.com/
• Real Immersive VR System: https://www.realsystem.com/

 

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.

 

Work Attitude is Crucial with Steve Gilliland

We have all been there dealing with that one employee who continuously meets his goals year-over-year but is awful to work with. Addressing bad attitudes at work is as important as getting to the finish line for organizations. Join Steve Gilliland and Shari Simpson as they discuss why a positive attitude is crucial to the success of your organization and what you can do to help your employees center on the right one.

Steve Gilliland built a multimillion-dollar company from the ground up on the same philosophy he expounds to his audiences. If you continually learn more about your company, your industry, your customer and yourself, you will always be a leader. You will be purpose-driven rather than process-driven, and you will make a difference. His motto is straightforward: “If you take care of people, the business will follow.” He has been recognized by Who’s Who for Speakers and Business Professionals, and The Pittsburgh Business Times named his company one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the region. Steve also serves on the board of directors for a financial institution, and he and his wife Diane launched the Gilliland Foundation in 2017 to provide funding that creates lasting solutions for causes they are passionate about.

He is recognized as a master storyteller and brilliant comedian. He can be heard daily on SiriusXM Radio’s Laugh USA and Jeff & Larry’s Comedy Roundup. With an appeal that transcends barriers of age, culture and occupation—plus an interactive and entertaining style—Steve shows audiences how to open doors to success in their careers, their relationships and their lives.

Mentioned in Episode:

Website: Steve Gilliland

SHRM Session:

• Hide Your Goat In-Person and Virtual Monday 06/13/2022 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
• Making a Difference In-Person and Virtual Tuesday 06/14/2022 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

 

HR 2021 Recap and Planning for 2022 with Lindsey Greenberg and Sara Friedman

The end of the year is nearing, which means there are lots of deadlines to meet - but what about your own professional goals as an HR expert? Taking stock of your accomplishments and possibilities, setting new year's goals, evaluating engagement, preparing for the holidays, and fostering self-care are all critical things for HR to do during this time.

In this episode of PCTY Talks, Lindsey Greenberg, Sara Friedman and host Shari Simpson discuss:

• Reflecting on 2021
• Setting Goals for 2022
• Self-Care for HR

Guest: Lindsey Greenberg, Senior HR Business Partner, Paylocity, and Sara Friedman, HR Business Partner, General Mills

Lindsey Greenberg joined Paylocity in February of 2020 as an HR Business Partner supporting our Finance and Corporate functions and recently has added the Learning & Development and Talent Acquisition teams to the department she supports. Lindsey has over 8 years of experience in HR and has worked in several aspects including recruiting and benefits. Her focus as an HRBP is to drive progressive talent solutions to meet current and future business needs while embracing a people-first philosophy.

Sara Friedman (previously Sara Greenberg) joined General Mills in 2014 and is currently the HR Business Partner for the HR and Corporate Communications functions based in Minneapolis. Sara has nearly 10 years of HR experience and has spent her time at General Mills supporting Supply Chain, R&D, and Marketing, including a short-term assignment in France early in her career. Her focus as an HRBP is partnering closely with leaders on organizational development as well as talent development and overseeing the HR early career program.

Working with and Leveraging SMEs

Join our host Shari Simpson (HR Program Manager, Paylocity) and guest Guy Sullivan (Learning and Development specialist III, Paylocity) as they talk about how you can find, work with, and leverage subject matter experts (SMEs) in your organization.