51. Laid Off...Now What?

51. Laid Off...Now What?

Dec. 12, 2022

If you have been laid off from your job, it can be a scary and stressful experience. It’s important to remember that there are steps you can take to get back on track and start working again. Here are some of the things I re…

50. Find a New Job While Still Employed

50. Find a New Job While Still Employed

Dec. 5, 2022

If you're in a job that you're not enjoying, seeking a new opportunity can feel overwhelming. But with the right approach and preparation, you can find yourself happily employed sooner than you think! Here are some of my tip…

49. How to Engage Your Work Staff and Retain Talent

49. How to Engage Your Work Staff and Retain Talent

Nov. 29, 2022

As a leader, staying on top of talent acquisition and retention is essential to ensure that your workforce is motivated and productive. Maintaining morale is one of the most critical aspects of successful talent management. …

48. Attract and Retain Top Talent

48. Attract and Retain Top Talent

Nov. 14, 2022

The labor shortage is only going to get worse, driving business decision-making in the years to come. Employers are struggling to find qualified employees, which will only continue as the population ages and more jobs are au…

47. Having Tough Conversations with Co-Workers

47. Having Tough Conversations with Co-Workers

Nov. 7, 2022

When it comes to having tough conversations with co-workers, it’s important to remember a few key things. First, be clear about what you want to say. Avoid dancing around the truth, as Brene Brown says, because it’s unkind. …

47. Having Tough Conversations with Co-Workers

47. Having Tough Conversations with Co-Workers

Nov. 7, 2022

When it comes to having tough conversations with co-workers, it’s important to remember a few key things. First, be clear about what you want to say. Avoid dancing around the truth, as Brene Brown says, because it’s unkind. …

46. Layoffs...An Easy Fix or a Cop Out

46. Layoffs...An Easy Fix or a Cop Out

Oct. 31, 2022

Layoffs continue to be front and center, thanks primarily to the shadow of a potential recession. Layoffs can often seem appealing for companies looking to reorganize or cut costs. However, without careful consideration, lay…

46. Layoffs...An Easy Fix or a Cop Out

46. Layoffs...An Easy Fix or a Cop Out

Oct. 31, 2022

Layoffs continue to be front and center, thanks primarily to the shadow of a potential recession.Layoffs can often seem appealing for companies looking to reorganize or cut costs. However, without careful consideration,

45. The Great Resignation is Empowering Employees and Why That's Beneficial for Employers

45. The Great Resignation is Empowering Employees and Why That's Beneficial for Employers

July 20, 2022

The Great Resignation is favorable for both employees and employers. This episode explores the most common reasons employees resign from their positions and how the Great Resignation empowers both employees and employers. Ab…

44. Don't Sign That Offer Letter Yet -Screening Your Future Employer

44. Don't Sign That Offer Letter Yet -Screening Your Future Employer

March 30, 2022

Employers screen candidates to discover whether a job applicant could jeopardize what they stand for, their reputation, and workplace safety. The same should apply to job seekers. Screening your future employer will give you…

43. Becoming Happier at Work

43. Becoming Happier at Work

Dec. 6, 2021

Feeling unhappy with your work can decrease your motivation, productivity, and enthusiasm. You might think you are unable to do anything about how you feel at work, but there are things you could do to increase your workplac…

42. How to Excel at Work and Make the Most of Development Opportunities

42. How to Excel at Work and Make the Most of Development Opportunities

Sept. 21, 2021

It’s no surprise that 43 percent of companies want to increase the talent learning ecosystem, focusing on upskilling or reskilling. However, employees should also learn how to make the most of career opportunities and advanc…

41. How to Tell Your Boss You’re On the Brink of Burnout

41. How to Tell Your Boss You’re On the Brink of Burnout

Aug. 17, 2021

85 percent of employees experience high levels of burnout, and 41 percent report a decline in work-life balance. An overwhelming number of employees reports that companies are pushing them to their limits, requiring availabi…

40. How to Deal with Work Overload

40. How to Deal with Work Overload

Aug. 1, 2021

Overworked employees have more tasks and responsibilities than they can handle or their job role allows. They either feel intrinsic pressure to go the extra mile due to a competitive workplace atmosphere, or their managers i…

39. Making Recruitment More Inclusive

39. Making Recruitment More Inclusive

July 10, 2021

How many companies have efficient Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity (DI&E) policies in place that make a long-lasting difference across all levels? – That mostly depends on the size of an organization.  For instance,

38. Fostering Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Initiatives

38. Fostering Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Initiatives

May 31, 2021

In 2020, the world struggled with the COVID-19 pandemic, which the majority finds wor...

37. Asking Your Boss for a Pay Raise – 6 Tips

37. Asking Your Boss for a Pay Raise – 6 Tips

May 4, 2021

Is there anything more nerve-racking than preparing to ask for a raise? You have been working diligently, sacrificing holidays and vacations, and going the extra mile for the employer. They should have noticed your dedicatio…

36. Improve Your Interview Skills and Land Your Dream Job (Part 3)

36. Improve Your Interview Skills and Land Your Dream Job (Part 3)

April 15, 2021

Interviewing for your dream job can be one of the most nerve-racking times in anyone’s life. You can try so hard to nail the interview, but it’s also important to know that there is such a thing as over-preparing.

35. Improve Your Interview Skills and Land Your Dream Job (Part 2)

35. Improve Your Interview Skills and Land Your Dream Job (Part 2)

April 8, 2021

Interviewing for your dream job can be one of the most nerve-racking times in anyone’s life. You can try so hard to nail the interview, but it’s also important to know that there is such a thing as over-preparing.

34. Improve Your Interview Skills and Land Your Dream Job (Part 1)

34. Improve Your Interview Skills and Land Your Dream Job (Part 1)

April 1, 2021

Interviewing for your dream job can be one of the most nerve-racking times in anyone’s life. You can try so hard to nail the interview, but it’s also important to know that there is such a thing as over-preparing.

33. I’m Being Bullied and Harassed at Work-What Can I Do?

33. I’m Being Bullied and Harassed at Work-What Can I Do?

March 18, 2021

Nowadays, with all the training that supervisors and managers have to go through, you would think that harassment would no longer be a problem. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Given the recent news of harassment cases i…

32. Working for a Great Boss - What Does it Look Like?

32. Working for a Great Boss - What Does it Look Like?

Feb. 22, 2021

Working for a great boss, what does it look like?  We sit down with Julian Torres to discuss his experience working for a great (and not so great boss) throughout his career.  We also discuss management confrontation and the…

31. What Makes a Leader a GREAT Leader?

31. What Makes a Leader a GREAT Leader?

Jan. 30, 2021

Guest Ashley Vlcan and Dr. Ryan Giffen discuss what leadership looks like both in non-profit and for-profit organizations.  They also discuss what terrible leaders look like and what can be done to become better at managing …

30. How to Build and Improve Employee Loyalty

30. How to Build and Improve Employee Loyalty

Dec. 30, 2020

Are you loyal to your organization? Are you ready to quit once the job market becomes employee friendly again? How do you build employee loyalty and how do you improve employee retention through loyalty? These questions and …