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Get ready to mix business and bullsh*t with the HR Besties - your favorite watercooler crew! Join Leigh Henderson (@hrmanifesto), Jamie Jackson (@humorous_resources and @millennial_misery), and Ashley Herd (@managermethod) for the staff meeting you actually WANT to attend. We have a full agenda to discuss every Wednesday and don’t worry, we’ll stick to your hard stop. On Fridays, you’re invited to meet up with us for Happy Hour to celebrate surviving another week of work! Visit our website a ...
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Call your work besties, besties! Hot SHRM gossip Knowing when to get HR involved What can organizations learn? Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (event…
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Today’s agenda: Leigh's dream IRL Cringe corporate speak: new sheriff in town Hot topic: So, you didn't get your dream job Letting yourself feel it is okay The grass isn't always greener It's not personal You can choose the path forward Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first …
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Weather If you're a boss... don't do this Be careful who you get your info from Stay safe Besties!! Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at http…
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Today’s agenda: Giving yourself a title Cringe corporate speak: aligned Hot topic: All things AI at work General overview and types of AI Do's and don'ts to keep in mind When is it helpful? Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) …
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Happy Q4 or 4Q Social breaks Don't assume... like, ever Cringe comments courtesy of LinkedIn Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www…
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Today’s agenda: LOA meetings Cringe corporate speak: ping Hot topic: accommodating disabilities at work How can we support our employees? Cost vs. comfort Ergonomics in the workplace Advocating for employees and yourself Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about ou…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: HR Tech Recap Here's to one year of HR Besties (and our first live meeting!) Meet and Greet happy hour The attempted stalking of Blake Lewis Buy in bulk Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first t…
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Today’s agenda: Going undercover Cringe corporate speak: ducks in a row Hot topic: All things investigations Why are investigations tough? Keeping the language more human How can we improve investigations? Don't fall for misinformation Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first t…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Vegas, here we come! When in Gatlinburg... (go to Sexy Stuf) Amazon's mandatory RTO Humanity in the workplace Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events…
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Today’s agenda: Workplaces can be sh*tty Cringe corporate speak: Smell test Hot topic: Reporting structures When HR reports to the CFO Effective communication Titles are meaningful to an organization Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings …
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Is Friday the most productive day? Leigh's trip to Iceland Addressing the tragic passing of Denise Purdom Everybody deserves support (yes, even HR) Who's coming to see us at HR Tech? Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and mak…
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Today’s agenda: Guttural growling in the workplace Cringe corporate speak: above my pay grade Hot topic: Creating and keeping boundaries What do healthy boundaries look like? We teach people how to treat us Leading with action Sticking to our boundaries Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that …
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: TGIF Leigh's undisclosed vacation location Oh Kevin, we love you Hollywood has too many Chrises Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://…
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Today’s agenda: Listener Bestie story Cringe corporate speak: Thought Leader Hot topic: All things pay transparency What does it look like? Consequences, consequences... Pay disparity Pay transparency can benefit the organization Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Half days don't start at 3 Sweater weather Employee engagement events: what *not* to do Comments from Carl Happy Labor day weekend! Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-P…
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Today’s agenda: Plan B on the corp card Cringe corporate speak: dry run Hot topic: favoritism and nepotism in the workplace What can favoritism look like? Creating an inclusive culture is key Feeling like the least favorite at work What can be done? Nepotism Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure …
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: College football FTC updates Very demure, very mindful Leigh's dream HR Tech, here we come! Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.…
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Today’s agenda: Love square in the workplace Cringe corporate speak: It is what it is Hot topic: New managers Best Practises Manager training is key Managers create the employee experience Finding resources for development Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about …
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Speaking in the C Hot gossip from the world of non competes Bots bots bots! Secondhand embarrassment Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at htt…
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Today’s agenda: Corporate tipping Cringe corporate speak: across the finish line Hot topic: HR pet peeves Clothing complaints Showing appreciation goes a long way Meetings without purpose Deflecting monkeys Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Me…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Shoutout Leigh's backpack Does HR make you miserable? Find your people Let go of toxic relationships Friday Feel Goods Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meeting…
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Today’s agenda: Malicious intent salsa Cringe corporate speak: Juice isn't worth the squeeze Hot topic: Losing a team member do's and don'ts It can be personal (but might not be) Best practises for leaders Transparency and communication Transition Strategies Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure …
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: New York or bust Citizenship test Bestie Olympics Ashley's song Friday Feel Goods Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrbesties.…
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Today’s agenda: Flu shot Cringe corporate speak: Out of pocket Hot topic: Friends at work Can you really, really have friends at work? Choosing friends wisely Professional burning Forming relationships outside the office Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about ou…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Script of justice *Special* T-Shirts for Vegas Ashley, the neighborhood law enforcement Friday Feel Goods Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) a…
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Today’s agenda: Reddit HR Horror Story Cringe corporate speak: Right? Hot topic: All things resumes Resume review scams Addresses, pictures and other red flags Quality over quantity Yay or nay: cover letters Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person M…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Leigh's savage dream See, things aren't so bad! Digital workers Friday Feel Goods Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrbesties.…
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Today’s agenda: Leigh's bad interview Cringe corporate speak: under the hood Hot topic: Quiet Vacationing What does it mean? Policies Leaders can be flexible Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrbesties.com. Fo…
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Today we're sharing some of our favorite throwback moments from when we recorded Season 3 of HR Besties in San Antonio! Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrbesties.com. Follow your Besties across the socials and check out our re…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. A key topic of this episode is the HR Besties reaction to the news from SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) that they’re removing “Equity” from their focus on DEI. In this Happy Hour: Besties Reunited R & R recap SHRM and DEI Friday Feel Goods Your To-Do List…
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Today’s agenda: Please, keep your junk at home Cringe corporate speak: Right Size Hot topic: Imposter Phenomenon What causes this feeling? Focusing on the facts Strategies to lift yourself and others up Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetin…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Ashley and Leigh went to SHRM Al Roker to the rescue HR Divos (not divas...) After parties Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.h…
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Today’s agenda: Motion lotion Cringe corporate speak: Move the needle Hot topic: Personal lives at work Investing the time to know your employees Feeling safe to share (or not share!) Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at htt…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Jamie is 'quiet vacationing' 2/3 Besties are going to SHRM (if you see us there, come say hi!) Conference outfits and strategies Friday Feel Goods Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know…
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Today’s agenda: How Jamie found a work bestie Cringe corporate speak: lipstick on a pig Hot topic: Corporate Politics What is Corporate Politics? Pre and post meetings How Corporate Politics fits into a toxic workplace Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our …
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: To bleep or not bleep Who would you Cosplay? Seeking revenge Jury duty Friday feel goods Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrb…
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Today’s agenda: Thick skin is a prerequisite for HR… Cringe corporate speak: Too many balls in the air Hot topic: Toxic Positivity What does toxic positivity mean? Toxic Positivity in leadership Building trust and connection with employees Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the fir…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Leigh's west coast adventure June Gloom Missing Megan Thee Stallion Carnivals are a layoff no-no Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https:/…
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Today’s agenda: Hide your child at work day Cringe corporate speak: Sunset Hot topic: Personality Hires What is a personality hire? We all bring important skills to the workplace Bring on the joy! Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (ev…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Rabbit, rabbit Bestie vacations Jamie, Ashley and Megan Thee Stallion Gameshows Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrbesties.co…
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Today’s agenda: Creamer thief 2.0 Cringe corporate speak: Bang it out Hot topic: All things work travel Travel policies Expenses and corporate cards Listening to feedback Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrbe…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Leigh's instagram feed is *delicious* Happy Conception Day to the HR Besties Podcast Listener Bestie workplace green flags Ashley's wholesome travel recommendations Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re…
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Today’s agenda: "I don't commercialize friendships" Cringe corporate speak: Off The Rails Hot topic: Green Flags in the workplace What are some management green flags? Inclusion and acceptance in the workplace Information is power Celebrating an organization's accomplishments Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Commen…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Questionable pizza trade Studying abroad Geriatric millennials and The Golden Girls Graduates, don't listen to Harrison Butker Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person…
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Today’s agenda: Mandated bible study Cringe corporate speak: Stay in your lane Hot topic: Right to Disconnect Disconnecting is difficult (oh, we know) Encouraging breaks is good management How can we set boundaries? Advocating for your team Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the fi…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Pivoting Listener Bestie's submitted story - Super Duper Poop Pants What are we happy about? Mental Health Awareness Month Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Mee…
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Today’s agenda: International "oops!" Cringe corporate speak: Noodle On It Hot topic: LinkedIn Cringe Oversharing What to not post on LinkedIn Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrbesties.com. Follow your Besti…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Horses, donkeys and fav movies Mental Health Awareness Month Managing workplace stress DOL Salary Increase FTC Non-Compete Ban Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person…
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Today’s agenda: Candy dish Cringe corporate speak: "More To Come" (we're still waiting...) Hot topic: all things performance management and feedback culture What is performance management? Navigating upwards management Creating a game plan for the future Questions/Comments Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that…
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Welcome back to another Happy Hour, Besties! We’re sure as hell glad it’s Friday. In this Happy Hour: Gymnastics More Questies from the Besties Sun-fudge moustache Eat Pray Love and adult summer camp Cruise jail Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, and make sure that you’re the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events…
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