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DriveThruHR is a captivating, easy-to-digest, and occasionally irreverent discourse that covers topics relevant to HR professionals. Our 30 minute shows include our guest and host(s) discussing a variety of topics including HR Technology, Recruiting, Talent Management, Leadership, Organizational Culture and Strategic HR. Hosted by @MikeVanDervort and @RobinSchooling. Running continuously since February 1, 2010. #DTHR
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Produced by Unum, the HR Trends podcast tackles complex human resources management topics and employer best practices in the new world of work, with a particular focus on improving the employee experience, workforce wellness, digital transformation and workforce technology. We talk with industry experts, innovators and HR trendsetters about how employers attract and retain top talent. Tune in to explore what role benefits play in a labor market turned upside down, how HR compliance is evolvi ...
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On this DriveThruHR episode, Michael interviews Sherry Rais, the founder of Enthea, who discusses Ketamine-Assisted Therapy (KAT) and its potential as a transformative employee benefit. Enthea provides a structured approach to KAT, addressing mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction. KAT stands out due to its rapid, cu…
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In this episode, we chat with Ann Manby from CWI Labs to explore the critical issues surrounding ageism in the U.S. workforce and discuss the findings of a new survey highlighting the challenges older job seekers face. Ann brings a wealth of expertise from her experience as the former Chief Workforce Development Officer for Vantage Aging, where she…
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In this episode of Labor Relatedly on DriveThruHR, Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort chat about what’s happening in labor relations right now. We’ll cover the Boeing strike, the latest moves by the NLRB, and the ongoing union situation at Starbucks. We’ll also talk about stay-or-pay agreements and how they’re changing the way companies and employees…
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Navigating the Remote Work Dilemma with Larry Neal, CEO of Cisive The rise of remote work has brought about newfound flexibility for employees, but it's also uncovered unexpected challenges, such as the growing trend of workers secretly holding multiple jobs. This phenomenon raises pressing questions about productivity, loyalty, and workplace trans…
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Returning from their summer hiatus. DriveThruHR co-hosts Michael VanDervort, and Robin Schooling sit down to discuss their personal experiences during the summer and their plans for the upcoming year. They congratulate the HR Happy Hour podcast on its fifteenth anniversary and celebrate the success of their own podcast, DriveThruHR, which is also r…
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🚨 Labor Tensions Are Heating Up Again! 🚨 Remember the "Hot Labor Summer" of 2023? Well, it's back in full force this summer of 2024! From coast to coast, we're seeing strikes, protests, and a resurgence in worker activism that’s impossible to ignore. 🌡️ 👷♂️ 17,000 AT&T Southeast workers are on strike, standing up against unfair labor practices. 📢 …
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🚨 Is the NLRB Facing Constitutional Challenges? 🚨 In the latest episode of Labor Relations Bites on DriveThruHR, we discuss the recent legal challenges filed by companies like Amazon, Trader Joe's, SpaceX, and Starbucks, questioning the constitutionality of the NLRB. 🏢⚖️ These cases could lead to significant changes, potentially impacting NLRB deci…
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Here are a few quick bytes on developing news stories, including: The Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) has announced it intends to explore the scope of split-income reporting on the Form LM-10 Employer Report, pursuant to section 203 of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA).Workers at Amazon’s only unionized warehouse…
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In this episode of DriveThruHR, we dive into the transformative movement of Unbossing, which has led to the elimination of one-third of middle management positions in 2023. Our guest, Jesse Meschuk, a seasoned human capital advisor and HR expert with over 20 years of experience, will share his insights on how Unbossing is reshaping workforces and t…
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Michael VanDervort discusses labor relations issues of the day with guest Peter List of Labor Union News, including the recent merger/alliance between Amazon Labor Union and the Teamsters由DriveThru HR
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In this episode of DriveThruHR, we chat with Jonathan Bennett, an executive coach with a rich background in business and leadership. Jonathan shares his personal journey from leaving a high-level role at a large hospital to founding and growing a successful management consulting firm. After a decade of success, he made the bold move to sell his com…
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Join us on DriveThruHR as we chat with Kat Walsh of the Kat Walsh Group, a self-proclaimed "GenZologist." Kat's unique journey includes running a venture builder fund and working as a Chief Legacy Officer. She shares her insights on what makes Gen Z tick and how their work values have evolved post-pandemic. Kat explains what it means to be a GenZol…
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In this episode of DriveThruHR, Michael and Robin welcome Rick Hammell, SPHR, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Helios, to discuss one of the most pressing challenges facing companies today: global payroll compliance. The Global Payroll Management Institute has highlighted this issue as a top concern for businesses worldwide. Rick brings nea…
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Hey there, HR enthusiasts! Get comfy because we're about to shake things up on the next DriveThruHR episode. Join Michael and Robin as we chat with Kathi Enderes, the Senior Vice President of Research at The Josh Bersin Company, about Systemic HR. Forget the jargon—Kathi breaks down Systemic HR in a refreshingly straightforward way. We're talking a…
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Join Michael in this engaging episode of DriveThruHR, where we dive into some of our personal EPIC HR conference highlights with Sara Vidoni of Businessolver. Sara shares trends and changing paradigms impacting the employee benefits industry. Tiffany Stevenson, Chief People Officer at WeightWatchers, discusses their cultural transformation, followi…
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Join us in this engaging episode of driveThruHR, where we dive into some of our personal EPIC HR conference highlights with Jason Seiden of Comfort Communications and Pete Schramm of Lattitude. Jason shares his personal story of learning how to deal with grief and some thoughts on how employers can help their people during these challenging life mo…
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Join Michael VanDervort on the DTHR Podcast as he welcomes Jennifer Yugo, the Managing Director of Corvirtus, a leader in building remarkable workplace environments. This episode offers a deep dive into the transformative HR practices that are shaping modern businesses. Jennifer Yugo leads Corvirtus with a passion for crafting hiring processes, dev…
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🎙️ Join us on DriveThrHR as we dive into an enlightening discussion with Cerys Goodall, COO of Vetster, about the surprising and insightful parallels between the recent "Barbie" movie and today's corporate culture. 🌟 Episode Highlights: Breaking the Mold: Explore how "Barbie" challenges our perceptions of leadership and representation in the workpl…
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In this captivating episode of our podcast, join hosts Michael VanDervort and Robin Schooling as they dive into an extraordinary conversation with Marie Lobbezoo, sharing her unparalleled journey at McMurdo Station, Antarctica. Dubbed "The Penguin Episode," this installment takes you on an icy adventure to the most remote corners of the Earth. Mari…
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Our guest, Tracie Sponenberg, recently made the transition from corporate-to-consultant when she opened her own business to focus on providing services as a fractional Chief People Officer. Join us for this lively discussion as Michael and Robin talk with Tracie about when she knew it was “time” and the factors that went into her decision. Tracie s…
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Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort get together for another episode of Labor Relatedly to discuss the latest developments in labor relations. In this episode, they cover the most recent developments between Starbucks and Starbucks Workers United, the joint employer rules, and what's happening in the world of beer.…
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While union rates have dropped in the last 40 years, 88% of Gen Zers approve of unions, and a perfect storm is brewing, leading to a likely increase in union organizing at a rate unseen in decades in 2024. Michael VanDervort chats with Paul Glover. He's an expert on unions and predicts a surge of union activity this year. Former Federal Trial Lawye…
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Welcome to 2024! Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort are back with the very first show of the year on DriveThruHR. Today, they deliver another episode of Labor Relatedly that helps bring HR practitioners up to speed on the latest developments in labor and employee relations, including: Starbucks update: Lots are happening here, including possible new …
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Miller-Merrell delivers an inspiring message for HR: “Be the change you want to see and challenge those around you to be inclusive and supportive.” HR has a critical role to play in workplace wellness, including leaning into conversations about domestic violence. “Normalize these topics,” she says and create systems to get employees what they need.…
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Rhea Moss, Global Head of Workforce and Customer Insights at iCIMS, is a self-professed data aficionado. In this episode of DrivethruHR, she chatted with host Robin Schooling about iCIMS' recent Monthly Workforce Report as we dove into what's measured (with some extra fun talking about time-to-fill) and a few other of Rhea's "favorite things." You …
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HR Tech 2023: Steve Boese, Co-founder of H3 HR Advisors | Program Chair of the 2023 HR Technology Conference & Exposition
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Tune in to hear Boese review his 15 years at the HR Tech conference and the innovative ideas he’s seeing at this year’s Pitchfest, where startups bring new ideas to the fore. According to Boese, one of the top challenges for HR in 2024 is embracing technology more meaningfully. “AI can’t teach us how to love,” he says, so we must find ways to use t…
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HR Tech 2023: Robin Schooling, HR Leader and Advisor | Blogger | Host of the “DriveThru HR” podcast
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Schooling takes listeners into the macro-level conversations she’s hearing at this year’s HR Technology Conference & Exposition. HR practitioners are finally showing more interest in technology, she says, but they must keep exploring ways to effectively and responsibly use those tools. Those who don’t may get left behind in 2024. Unum took its Gart…
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How can we modernize outdated performance management processes? Listen as Aitken discusses strategies to improve employee performance and in turn strengthen the performance of the company. One example: equipping managers with the tools to become more effective coaches. Unum took its Gartner Marketing Award-winning HR Trends podcast studio on the ro…
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Listen in as Bussing discusses pay equity and the gender gap. She shares advice from her conference session about looking at the work — comparing “skills, effort, responsibility and working conditions” — to get the pay right. To help employees thrive in 2024, she says, HR pros need to be more efficient and intentional. Unum took its Gartner Marketi…
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Fresh off his standing-room-only talk at the Workday Rising and HR Tech conference session, Lappin explores the real-time data integrations offered to Workday customers through Unum Total Leave and Unum HR Connect. Tune in to hear how the constantly changing workforce and complex compliance landscape have increased the importance of employee leave …
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Hear Zalis talk about the five dimensions of a well-rounded life and how to protect those “slices of the pie” to succeed in work and at home. Learn about “life-stage accommodation” and why it is so important for employers to offer inclusive policies that show empathy and care. “When purpose meets passion,” Zalis tells HR, “you are unstoppable.” Che…
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HR Tech 2023: Jason Averbook, Senior Partner and Global Leader of Digital HR Strategy at Mercer
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Every HR organization is undergoing perpetual transformation. “We live in a world where change is no longer the enemy — it has to be the strategy,” Averbook says. “Building an agile muscle is a mindset HR has to have in 2024.” Listen as he explains how tools like generative AI can help us rethink everything we do if we’re ready to “perpetually unle…
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HR Tech 2023: Hebba Youssef, Chief People Officer at Workweek | Founder and Creator of “I Hate it Here” newsletter
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With five generations in the workforce, HR teams are grappling with how best to support their diverse employees. Tune in to hear Youssef share advice for fostering authentic, meaningful connections that will help employees thrive as well as ways to better support women in the workforce. Swapnil Prabha, Vice President of Workforce Wellness Solutions…
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In this episode, Robin and Michael chat with guest Chris Rollins - keynote speaker, community builder, and creator of Ripple Effect Leadership. Join us to learn about creating inclusive and high-trust environments, and the importance of continuous practice and self-improvement. You can connect with Chris on LinkedIn or via the Ripple Effect Leaders…
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HR Tech 2023: Jeanne Achille, Founder and CEO of The Devon Group | Chair of the “Women in HR Tech Summit” at the 2023 HR Technology Conference & Exposition
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Listen to Achille discuss this year’s Women in HR Tech Summit and how it has evolved to include broader diversity topics, such as pay equity and inclusion. With today’s multigenerational workforce, Achille says inclusion and belonging should be a major focus for HR in 2024. Unum took its Gartner Marketing Award-winning HR Trends podcast studio on t…
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HR Tech 2023: Dr. Jarik Conrad Vice President of Human Insights at UKG | Executive Director, UKG Workforce Institute
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“People are struggling,” says Dr. Conrad. “IQ is down since the ‘70s; emotional intelligence has been going down; chronic conditions are on the rise. We need to figure this out because these are our people, our employees, our customers.” Hear why he believes HR needs to get more sophisticated at understanding people on an individual level.Erin Case…
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Along with Polly Nicholas, Senior Vice President of Unum Solutions at Unum Group, Williams explores the challenges HR will face in 2024, including the multigenerational workforce, burnout, and how “40% of employees can’t come up with $400 today.” He urges HR to be bold: “We can’t go in the boardroom meek; we need to go in with ROI and a point of vi…
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Organizations change every 90 days, says Stelzner, and transparency and consistency will be key to helping employees thrive in 2024. If organizations are open about what they do and don’t know, who they are and who they aspire to be, employees can self-direct and HR can enable. Listen to learn how HR can lean into leadership this coming year. Unum …
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With generative AI and cutting-edge technology, HR professionals have an opportunity to reimagine the world of work for future generations. However, Von Bank believes HR professionals must first change their mindset and become business transformation agents. Listen as she reflects on emerging technology and how HR can lead a revolution to fuel chan…
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HR Tech 2023: Stacey Harris, Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner at Sapient Insights Group
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According to Harris, the most important question for 2024 is “Do we have the data?” Hear about Sapient Insight Group’s newest research and why Harris believes transformational leave management is a key HR priority this coming year. “Don’t just do change management,” she says, “manage the change. Employees are burning out. Give your executives a rea…
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Michael and Robin chat with Andrew Shatte’, Ph.D., Chief Knowledge Officer and co-founder of Boston-based meQuilibrium, on the impact of “doom loops” on employee and team productivity and how to take positive action to prevent and break cycles of doom. Here is a link to his Tedx talk.由DriveThru HR
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Michael and Robin are joined today by Carolyn Clark. Carolyn is the VP of Employee Experience Strategy and Transformation at Simpplr, where she elevates the employee experience by driving innovation and revitalizing how employee communication is delivered. Prior to Simpplr, she led internal and HR communication at companies like Yahoo, Pandora, and…
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Join Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort for episode 16 of Labor Relatedly in which they discuss The Creature Comforts Brewery election outcome, Cemex bargaining orders, the new joint employer rules, and how the recent outcome of the UAW/Big 3 negotiations will impact labor relations trends heading into 2024.…
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Clare Morin speaks to Jenn Lim, bestselling author and speaker known for her work on happiness and workplace well-being, and Swapnil Prabha, Vice President of Workforce Wellness Solutions at Unum Group focusing on employee benefits and mental health. They discuss topics related to authentic leadership, mental health and workplace well-being. Authen…
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Co-hosts Robin Schooling as they chat with Ken Oehler, Senior Partner, Head of People Science, for RADICL. Ken Oehler,, has a deep understanding of employee experience, and we discuss the role of leadership in creating a great work experience. On the show, we discuss: .RADICL and what they doThe STATE OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE REPORTThe main findings …
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Join Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort for a discussion about how the NLRB is in the process of changing virtually all the rules governing labor law in the United States. We talk about the impact of the hugely impactful Cemex decision on the union election process, how they are changing employee protections related to protected activity in the workp…
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Labor Relatedly Episode 14: Going to Orange Alert at the NLRB. Happy Orange Thursday! 🔥 🔥 🔥 The American labor scene is poised for a seismic shift. All eyes are on the Cemex case at the NLRB, which could be the most radical change in labor law since the 1960’s. As General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo’s 2022 brief indicated, unions would get a huge lift…
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New research from LIMRA and EY shows that workplaces have reached a “generational tipping point.” Millennials and Gen Z employees now make up the majority of the workforce — and are on pace to constitute 60% by 2031.1 These younger workers (42 years old and under) have different benefit preferences from the Baby Boomers and Gen X cohorts for whom b…
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Welcome to another exciting episode of DriveThruHR! Today, we're diving deep into the world of community building with Suzanne Lucas and the dynamic team of moderators from the Evil HR Lady Facebook group. Ever wondered what it takes to run a thriving Facebook community? Or how being a moderator can boost your professional credentials? We've got yo…
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