HR Unplugged

Are you ready to put data front and center of your HR strategy? Data is a crucial tool to help you make decisions that will improve employee engagement, relations, retention, and more. Without it, HR teams are left guessing, without a clear direction to follow. But how do you begin to use data effectively? In this episode of HR Unplugged, Anita and Vanessa sit down with Will Clive, Chief People Officer at Pluralsight, to swap ideas, advice, and insights on using data within HR. They explore the use of storytelling to paint a picture with data to get that all-important leadership buy-in and to boost employee survey engagement. You’ll also hear some advice for getting started with data, the best practices for presenting data, and how to become a better data storyteller.  Key moments: How to start using data  How to tell a story with your data  What to do when you don’t have buy-in from leadership Tips for increasing survey engagement  How to get help with data from different departments  Best practices for using data  How to become a better data storyteller Key links: Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw HR Reporting Slides Template: Tools to analyze data https://www.bamboohr.com/pl/hr-reporting-template?utm_campaign=BAMB-DG-DAR+hrunplugged+episode39+resource-202401&utm_medium=offline&utm_source=webinar&utm_content=blank&utm_term=Webinar Connect with Will on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willclive/   

Did you know 70% of new hires decide if their role is a good fit within just one month? This means leaders don’t have long to make a good impression on new employees. So how can businesses ensure a good experience for new hires and prevent repeated staff turnover? On this episode of HR Unplugged, our Head of HR, Anita Grantham, and HR Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte explore why onboarding isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience – it should be tailored for the needs of the business and the employee. Plus, they explain the importance of listening to feedback from new hires and break down the biggest mistakes businesses make in the early stages of employment. Key moments: The most common mistakes HR leaders make during onboarding How leaders can deal with employees’ onboarding grievances Why onboarding begins at the recruitment phase Key links: Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw Our Definitive Guide to Onboarding in 2024: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/guides/the-definitive-guide-to-onboarding  

A clear, thought-out paid time off (PTO) system brings a plethora of benefits to your organization, including improved job satisfaction, staff retention and recruitment help.Plus, it can encourage employees to be more loyal, motivated and productive.So how can business leaders build a PTO strategy that truly benefits their team?On this episode of HR Unplugged, our Head of HR and HR Business Partner, Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte, explore how leaders can instill a culture that empowers employees to take self-care seriously and make use of PTO, for the benefit of themselves, their bosses and the business.Key moments:Why employees not taking PTO can cause poor job satisfactionHow PTO benefits productivity and happinessWhy employees feel guilty taking PTOAdvice for taking PTO in a small businessHow HR managers can align PTO policies with their teamsHow PTO improves your recruitmentKey links:Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQwBamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/

If you don’t have a compensation philosophy tied to your mission, vision and values, it’s time to start building one. Carefully considering compensation allows you to gauge how transparent you will be with your employees as well as attract and retain top talent. But what are the first steps towards building a philosophy that works for you? Alex Bertin, Head of Total Rewards, is back on HR Unplugged to walk us through brand-new BambooHR data on compensation. He shares what lessons businesses can take to build stronger bonds with their employees, increase job satisfaction and improve retention rates. Key moments: How to create a better bond between employees and employers Why it’s crucial employees understand your pay strategies The equitable best practices to add to your hiring strategy Advice for those who can’t see progression in their company How to decide what pay transparency means in your workplace Why HR should not be directly responsible for monitoring performance Key links: Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw Bamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/ Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.bamboohr.com/blog/total-compensation-calculator-measure-improve-your-comp[…]ffline&utm_source=webinar&utm_content=blank&utm_term=Webinar  Find Alex’s previous appearance on HR Unplugged: https://www.bamboohr.com/webinars/hr-unplugged-episode-31  Compensation Trends for 2024: Deflation, Transparency, and Benefits: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/guides/compensation-trends

Many companies want to improve their efforts when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). But progress doesn’t happen overnight. So what first steps can leaders take to ensure it becomes and remains a top priority? Hiring isn’t easy, period…and adding DEI into the mix can often make it harder, especially when recruiting in industries that typically aren’t diverse. That’s why your DEI strategy needs to be long-term, so you can identify and nurture the people you want to hire. Lauren Leader, co-founder and CEO of All In Together, joins this episode of HR Unplugged to discuss how to build a more diverse and welcoming team. We hear her takes on the biggest DEI challenges, what makes diverse teams thrive and how to improve hiring and promotion practices.   Key moments: The biggest challenges companies face around diversity, equity and inclusion What makes diverse talent thrive in the workplace Why organizations need policies on personal social media How to assess and track your DEI strategy Why middle management need more support to prioritize DEI The best ways to improve hiring and promotion practices Key links: Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join HR Heroes Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw Bamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/ Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenleaderchivee/  

Every company wants the best talent out there, so it can be challenging to stay ahead of the competition. What worked for your recruitment process in the past may no longer be the best option, as recruitment and onboarding expectations change. A great way to stay ahead of the recruitment game is to embrace network hiring. Network hiring means tapping into your network and connections to find talent. Part of that is building a great referral process to encourage current employees to refer people they know and trust. Joining this episode of the podcast is Scott Sinatra, CEO and Co-Founder of Bountiful. With vast experience in companies such as Glint and Glassdoor, we wanted his take on what it takes to find and keep top talent in the workplace. He shares his thoughts on network hiring and tips on how to manage an employee referral program.Key moments:The top challenges in recruiting todayWhy the recruitment process is brokenHow to engage in network hiringAdvice for those who want to hire within their networkHow to manage a referral programTips for finding the best talentKey links:Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/Join HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQwConnect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sinatra-b399312/

Company culture sits at the heart of every organization, whether it’s been carefully defined or otherwise. But how can managers ensure they’re building a culture of collaboration, compassion and strong communication? To foster a positive company culture, you must connect it to your mission, vision and values, establish clear goals and respond positively to employee feedback. Get the culture right and passionate employees, satisfied customers and improved business performance will follow. On this episode, our Head of HR, Anita Grantham, and HR Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte, explore how you can take your company culture from good to great. They discuss how to identify if your culture is working, develop culture in a fully remote team and promote teamwork and collaboration. Key moments: How to establish clear goals in your culture strategy Making space for compassionate conversations The best ways to improve your communication How to connect your culture to your mission, vision and values Identifying how to foster collaboration and teamwork The best ways to measure employee feedback and adjust your culture strategy How to communicate how you want your teams to focus on collaboration and culture Key links: Culture Checklist: 12 Ways to Improve Your Company Culture: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/whitepapers/culture-checklist?formSubmit=success  The Definitive Guide to Company Culture [eBook]: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/ebooks/definitive-guide-company-culture?formSubmit=success  Your Guide to Creating Company Values [eBook]: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/ebooks/guide-company-values?formSubmit=success Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw

As HR leaders, we’re in the business of people – and if your people aren’t happy, it can cause major roadblocks for a business, drive top talent away, and affect company culture. We invited Jennifer Decker, Director of HR and Senior Client Services Manager at Donaldson Capital Management, to join HR Unplugged and share her insights into what HR can do to boost employee happiness, wellbeing, and engagement. Jennifer and BambooHR’s Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte explore the actions HR leaders can take, why employee happiness is decreasing across industries and the best practices for improving morale.  For more, don’t forget to subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/     Join the conversation with our HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw  Key Moments: Why employee happiness is decreasing  How the economy is affecting employee satisfaction Why HR leaders should focus on increasing employee engagement Best practices for improving employee morale Pro tips for boosting engagement Actions HR leaders can take to enhance employee wellness Key Links: Connect with Jennifer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmdecker/  

With employee retention remaining one of the biggest challenges for companies, it’s more important than ever that you build a great benefits package that keeps top talent on board. Building a comprehensive benefits package for employees can go a long way in helping them feel supported and valued – and it can do wonders for employee retention. To build a total rewards package, you need to think beyond base pay. In fact, in a competitive talent market, competing on compensation alone is no longer enough. To help attract and retain top talent, companies need to go further and offer benefits that employees truly want and need.  In this episode, we welcomed Alex Bertin, Head of Total Rewards at BambooHR, to share his thoughts and advice on building a total rewards package that makes employees feel valued and happy in their roles.  Key Moments: What is the employee value proposition? Why you should connect rewards to your company mission Defining total rewards strategy Why you may need to “re-recruit” employees How to decide which benefits to offer How to make data-driven decisions about benefits How we approach benefits at BambooHR For more insights into becoming a great HR leader, subscribe to the HR Unplugged series or join our HR Heroes Slack community. 

Competition for talent is at an all time high, and this trend extends to the HR industry as well. To optimize recruitment efforts, processes need to be rigorous. So what are the most effective best practices for identifying ideal candidates?  On this episode of HR Unplugged, Anita Grantham, Head of HR, and Vanessa Brulotte, Human Resources Business Partner, are joined by Mason Calaiaro, Leadership Talent Acquisition Manager at Greenhouse Software. Mason shares expert tips on choosing the right hires, eliminating bias and implementing quiet hiring the right way. Plus, she provides advice on building a positive candidate experience and tells us why scorecards form the perfect foundation for a structured hiring process. Key Links: Connect with Mason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mason-calaiaro-10267634/  Subscribe to the HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join the HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw 

It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in, leaders are absolutely crucial to the future of your business.  $366 million is spent globally on leadership development per year and around half of that is in the US alone. There’s also proof that this figure will grow, so what should businesses and HR teams be thinking about when it comes to fostering the next generation of leaders? In this HR Unplugged episode, BambooHR’s Human Resources Business Partner, Vanessa Brulotte, joins Head of HR, Anita Grantham, to discuss how to best equip the next generation of leaders. Plus, they explore how leadership is changing, the power of mentorship and why leadership strategy should be directly linked to company strategy. Key Moments: The importance of building tomorrow’s leaders Why leadership development spend will continue to rise How leaders can align with business strategies What leaders should consider for their leadership development programs Applying ‘radical candor’ to your system The skills required of tomorrow’s leaders Navigating the next generation of leaders through rapid change Managing multi-generational teams Should leadership development programs be led by founders of HR staff? Key Links: Subscribe to the HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/ Join the HR Heros Slack Community: https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw 

The use of AI tools is growing in just about every industry right now, and HR is no exception. In fact, many HR leaders are using it as part of their day-to-day processes and are seeing great results.  However, AI is not a replacement for HR professionals, and it’s important to be aware of the shortcomings as well as the benefits. To get a well-rounded picture of the state of AI in HR, we welcomed the Head of AI at BambooHR, Alan Whitaker, to the podcast. Alan explores the pros and cons of using AI, as well as some important elements to be aware of, such as security, bias, and compliance issues. He also explains a little about how we’re using AI at BambooHR and our plans for the future. Key Moments: Why we use AI at BambooHR What AI tools are useful for in the workplace The shortfalls of AI  The state of AI in HR today Different use cases for AI in HR How AI can benefit HR leaders How to protect data while using AI tools AI problems that we need to overcome in HR  BambooHR’s AI plans in the future Key Links: Connect with Alan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/digiduke/ 

Many companies have a small HR department, maybe even a couple of people, to handle HR for the entire business. It can be tricky to manage as a small team, but we’ve put together some best practices to help.  In this HR Unplugged episode, we welcomed Lisa Lindsey, Founder, Consultant & Coach of Peale Piper, to share her tips and tricks for small HR teams.  Key Moments: What a small HR team looks like  When to hire another HR professional Why you should think about company goals  How to deal with a lack of leadership support Interview questions to ask before taking a new HR role Why you need to speak the language of the business How to walk away from a role Challenges for small HR teams Why HR teams should embrace technology  Key Links:  Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/llindsey/ 

Brought on by an uncertain economic environment and augmented by the pandemic, ‘quiet hiring’ has become a phenomenon that is starting to reshape the workplace. But what is it and what does it mean for HR leaders?  In this episode of HR Unplugged, Head of HR Anita Grantham and HR Business Partner Vanessa Brulotte welcome Senior Manager & HR Business Partner Kelsey Tarp to the show to talk more about this.  They walk us through the three different kinds of quiet hiring, lay out the pros and cons and cover best practices, while also providing expert responses to some of the biggest questions HR leaders are asking.  Key points:  The three kinds of quiet hiring Who is quiet hiring for? Why it’s not for everyone The pros of quiet hiring The cons of quiet hiring How to handle ‘no shows’  Quiet hiring best practices  

Employee turnover and how to reduce it is often one of the biggest challenges we face in HR. However, it’s a fact of life that employees will leave one day, and it’s something that HR leaders need to deal with in the right way. Whether employees are leaving by choice or through layoffs, it’s important to make the leaving process as positive an experience as possible. Not only will this help with the transition, but it’ll also help protect existing employees and the leavers themselves, who may even return to the company one day. In this episode of HR Unplugged, Head of HR Anita Grantham, and Vanessa Brulotte, HR Business Partner, share insights and advice on how to make leaving a better experience, what to do about low performers, and how to handle layoffs the right way. Key Moments: Why you should set turnover targets by department How to get ahead of turnover Analyzing the reasons why people leave  Why you shouldn’t try to stop employees who want to leave What you can do to reduce turnover Why you should find a successor How to approach layoffs

When the time comes for you to move on from a company, you set the tone for how you want to leave things. Being a good leaver means walking away on good terms and making the process a positive experience both for you and the company you’re moving on from. To discuss this in more detail, we invited Jennifer Pomerantz, Director of People Operations at Zuva, to join BambooHR’s Anita Grantham and Vanessa Brulotte on the podcast.  We discuss the things to consider before leaving a role, how to be your own advocate, SOPs, and how leaders can deal with people leaving.  Key Moments: How leaders can handle job-hopping candidates Red flags in a company or new hire to watch out for What to consider before leaving a role Why you need to advocate for yourself and your career The problems with staying in a role that’s not right for you How leaders can talk about employees leaving How to implement SOPs and checklists around leavers Why you should always aim to leave things better than you found them Why you should try to speak positively about your time at an organization Tips for conducting reference checks How HR can support leaders and improve company culture 

Everyone wants to be recognized for doing good work – and yet many leaders don’t make employee recognition a priority.  As a result, employees can feel undervalued and unrecognized for their hard work, and may even start looking for jobs elsewhere. In this episode of HR Unplugged, we welcomed special guest Trevor Larson, CEO of Nectar, to talk about how employee recognition can go a long way in making people feel valued at work. Trevor joins Anita Grantham, Head of HR, and Vanessa Brulotte, HR Business Partner at BambooHR, to explore ways to build recognition into company culture and the benefits of doing so. Key Moments: The benefits of giving employee recognition How recognition can improve employee retention How recognition drives engagement Why businesses struggle to give recognition Two ways companies can start to give recognition How to convince management to prioritize employee recognition Key Links:  Connect with Trevor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevordegnlarson/  

Have you ever seen a valued employee surprise you out of nowhere by leaving for a new job? Watching team members come and go is normal for HR leaders, but sometimes those employees would have stayed if only things were a little different.  In fact, a Gallup survey in 2021 found that 52% of employees say their manager could have done something to prevent them from leaving. However, people aren’t always forthcoming about issues at work and so leaders are often surprised when good employees finally leave.  One thing you can do is hold stay interviews with employees to see where they’re at and if there’s any indication that they might leave. In this episode of HR Unplugged, Anita Grantham, our Head of HR, joins Vanessa Brulotte, our HR Business Partner, to discuss the benefits of holding constructive stay interviews and the best ways to conduct them. Key Moments: What is a stay conversation The benefits of stay conversations for managers How stay interviews benefit employees How to choose who to have stay conversations with Why stay conversations need to come from leaders Questions and topics to cover in stay conversations How Anita responded to Vanessa’s honesty in a stay conversation  Key Links: 5 Ways Managers Can Stop Employee Turnover by Gallup 

Manual processes can slow us all down, which is why automation and AI are such big topics in the business world right now. But when you’re in the business of people like HR, it’s not always simple to optimize and automate. In this episode of HR Unplugged, we sat down with TJ Davis, our Head of People Operations at BambooHR, to hear his perspective on improving manual processes. We hear his approach to continuous improvement, how to decide what to automate, and the best ways to use AI to become more efficient. Key Moments: The biggest challenge when optimizing HR processes Examples of processes that could use automation How to decide what to automate How to use continuous improvement principles  Convincing leadership to move away from manual processes Tools that can help you automate HR processes What you need to know about AI 

In the world of HR, it may seem like a lot of it is hard to quantify and measure. But by digging into “people analytics,” you can start to analyze and learn more about your workforce.  In this HR Unplugged session, BambooHR’s Head of HR, Anita Grantham, sits down with Vanessa Brulotte, Human Resources Business Partner, to talk about data – how we can gather it, what data to focus on, and what we can do with that information to become better business partners.  Key Moments: What is people analytics? What to do if you don’t have engaged employees What HR data can help with Why you should  get clear on which problems you want to solve Why stay interviews are so important How to have unbiased conversations How to pick a HR tool  Top takeaways and advice Key Links: The Definitive Guide to People Analytics: How to Make Better HR Decisions

Want to make sure your new hires hit the ground running?  On this episode of HR Unplugged, Vanessa Brulotte, BambooHR’s Talent Acquisition Manager, is back for an insightful discussion with Anita Grantham, Head of HR, on how we can make employee onboarding a top priority. Anita and Vanessa discuss the importance of onboarding, why transparency is key and how to set up your new hires for success. Key moments: Why you should treat onboarding like dating Making new hires feel like part of the tribe Being transparent about the good and bad aspects of roles Producing a message of stability Time to determine what you’re hiring for Do inside hires need onboarding? Setting up new hires for success Cadence and variation in your onboarding Adapting your onboarding for different learning styles How onboarding directly links to retention

So many factors shape our experiences as HR professionals. Some of them are controllable, some of them less so. On this episode of HR Unplugged, BambooHR’s Head of HR, Anita Grantham, is joined by Head of Talent, Brandon Welch, to discuss how the HR landscape defines our career paths. Brandon shares his views on the importance of education, finding reliable mentors and being a student of your business. Plus, he reminds us why face-to-face, real-life communication is so valuable and shares how long HR professionals should stay in a role. Key moments: Is education essential to success in HR? What it means to be a student of the business The first thing HR pros should do The value of mentorship and community in HR Adapting how we communicate post-COVID The importance of in-person interactions Working as an HR team of one How to prioritize your tasks effectively Why teamwork is vital to success How long to stay in one HR role Key links:  Brandon’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbwelch/  

Are you onboarding the right way? The right way for you and your company, that is… On this episode of HR Unplugged, Clayton Binford, Chief of People and Development at Nomad Global Communication Solutions, joins Anita Grantham to explore how you can achieve onboarding success with five simple metrics. He talks about the importance of performance reviews, why adaptable training approaches are win-win and how onboarding isn’t just for new starters. Key moments: Five simple metrics for onboarding success The importance of performance reviews Why not all performance reviews need to be formal meetings Nomad’s orienting and onboarding processes Why you shouldn’t have a one-size-fits-all training approach How mission, vision and values play into onboarding Why onboarding isn’t just for new starters Why Clay involves direct managers from the interview process When does your investment in someone “break-even”? How onboarding impacts staff turnover Key links: The Definitive Guide to Onboarding: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/guides/the-definitive-guide-to-onboardingBambooHR makes onboarding easy and effective: https://www.bamboohr.com/hr-software/hiring-and-onboardingClayton’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clayton-binford-1403a333/Nomad Global Communication Solutions: https://www.nomadgcs.com/

Compassionate, authentic leadership has a ton of benefits – here, we explore just a few!In this HR Unplugged episode, we delve into how engagement, wellbeing and culture have colossal parts to play in the smooth running of a happy, successful company.These topics have been discussed in past episodes, but today we put them together and showcase how they work in harmony.Anita Grantham, Head of HR, sits down with Cassie Whitlock, Director of HR at BambooHR, to discuss compassionate leadership, the benefits of a people-focused approach and how to link engagement, wellbeing and culture to your mission, vision and values.Key moments:Why does engagement matter?Exploring what ‘company values’ really meansDealing with burnoutHow culture links to brand reputationWhy wellbeing should still be a priority post-COVIDManaging overworkManaging and communicating with international team membersWhy self-care is importantBeing fabulous at failingHow culture impacts everything in the workplaceKey links:Cassie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-whitlock/

What do HR professionals and business leaders need to know about HR in 2023?The role of HR has changed a lot, especially with the integration of new software and the pandemic changing expectations and the nature of work for many.In this HR Unplugged episode, we wanted to dig into what HR’s new role in the modern world is, how it’s changed, the value HR brings to a company, and how it can integrate more closely with the wider business.Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, sits down with Laura Butler, CHRO and Chief People Officer at Entrata, to discuss HR’s role in 2023, what’s changed, and what HR professionals need to know in the future.Key moments:Laura’s biggest lesson since working in HRThe importance of knowing your superpowerWhy HR attracts women as a career pathWhy happy employees mean happy customersHow to know when to add HR to your businessHow HR can make employees feel more at ease in their rolesWhy companies are rebranding the term HRHow new technology is changing HRHow to break stereotypesWhy HR professionals should focus on problem-solving Key links:State of HR Leadership report: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/guides/human-resource-leadership-2023 Laura’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurabutler/

In this bonus episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how to fine tune your leadership skills for the unknown in 2023.Join Anita as she talks about:Working through an economic downturnHow do you scale your culture in a hybrid workplace?The importance of compartmentalizing your timeWatch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how to focus your goals and priorities for the new year to create an even more refined strategy for 2023.Join Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, as she talks about:How do you measure the success of your goals?Company KPIs that HR should be settingSetting up relationship goalsWatch previous episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, spills the secrets that both candidates and hiring managers need to know to create a successful and positive hiring experience. She delves into tips for hiring managers and how to make the most of your next job or application search.This discussion covers:Importance of a strong team dynamic during the hiring processHow to interview the company while they are interviewing youHow to be informed about specialized technical rolesTo learn more, visit the companion blog post for this episode. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Enjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast.Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she talks about how to shape your vision for 2023. She goes into detail about how vision boards and other simple ideas can inspire you and help you stay on track toward achieving your goals.Stay tuned for our next episode of HR Unplugged.

Have you decided how you will develop as a leader in 2023? In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how to set leadership goals and find the inspiration to stay on track to achieve them. Join Anita as she discusses:What tools to use to create your vision for 2023 Ideas to overcome negative beliefsHow to help keep you accountable on your path of becoming a better leaderNext steps for helping you accomplish your leadership goalsWatch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Enjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast.Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she talks about stretch assignments (forget those structured programs!) for employee growth and leadership training.And look out for our next episode of HR Unplugged: we’ll dive into all the ways HR can develop meaningful growth opportunities for employees and improve retention.

Recent statistics tell us that a majority of business leaders believe that developing leadership skills is important, but coaching the next generation remains a top challenge.In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses:Job shadowing and job rotationHow to develop stretch goals and assignments for employees Why it’s important to keep HR at the table during economic downturnsWatch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Enjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast.Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she shares key insights on how L&D increases employee engagement and performance.And get ready for episode 12 coming out next week. We are going to look at how to transform normal business processes into opportunities to sharpen leadership skills and help junior team members grow, in a brand new episode of HR Unplugged.

Improving employee retention is a popular topic as businesses combat turnover. But how can your HR department successfully source data on employees' sentiments towards growth, and then work to put a plan into action?In this episode Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, and special guest host Amy Frampton, Head of Marketing at BambooHR, talk about developing meaningful growth opportunities to improve retention.In this episode, Anita and Amy break down: How to use data and talk about retentionValue-based and skill-based growth opportunitiesHow enroll promotions can incentivise growth during stagnant timesWatch other episodes of HR Unplugged and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Enjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast.Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she shares key insights on how to turn around employee disengagement.And look out for our next episode of HR Unplugged: we’ll dive into all the ways HR can develop meaningful growth opportunities for employees and improve retention.

Employee engagement is essential to drive performance for your organization. How can you provide a direction and vision that sustains and strengthens engagement?Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how to boost employee engagement and company performance by developing and communicating your company vision.In this episode, Anita discusses:How to provide a clear vision to drive engagement and performanceHow to measure employee engagementHow to keep tenured team members engagedYou can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

In this special edition of HR Unplugged, we’re talking about all the ways HR can connect with workers whose primary job site is out in the field. Listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she discusses how to enhance employee experience in construction and the trades.In this episode, Anita discusses:Engagement strategies and opportunities to build relationships with field workersHow to create a seamless, more personable seasonal layoff transitionTips on how your field team and office team can work together to drive engagement Watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Enjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast and listen to Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she shares key insights and takeaways on measuring employee engagement.And get ready for our special episode ‘Out in the Field,’ coming next week. We will dive into all the ways HR can connect with workers whose primary job site is out in the field in a brand-new episode of HR Unplugged.

Enjoy this short bonus episode from our full-length weekly podcast, and hear from Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, as she offers three best practices to support a successful hybrid work environment.And get ready for a deep dive on the connection between company vision and performance next week in a new episode of HR Unplugged.

In episode 9 of HR Unplugged, Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, dives into best practices for building a highly productive culture within the hybrid workplace.In this episode, Anita discusses:The questions leaders should ask themselves as they're trying to elevate a hybrid work cultureDefining why hybrid work should be important to you, and what a hybrid workplace looks like when it's successfulChanges you can make to your hybrid work culture to make the system work better, and how to make sure you evolve as you move forwardWatch other episodes of HR Unplugged and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

In our last episode of HR Unplugged we discussed the five pillars for building a positive work culture. This week we take a deep dive on that fifth and final element that can make, or break, your culture: leadership.In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses how leadership defines culture, including:How to define your values and operationalize them into your cultureHow to leverage your workplace values to drive effective leadership and a high performing cultureHow to better understand leadership development and make it work for your workplace View other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

We are sharing this short bonus episode on one of our most popular discussion topics: how leadership is key to building a positive work culture.How do we manage and model great leadership? Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, helps us understand why leadership is critical to driving a happy work culture. Listen to Anita’s key tips and takeaways and also get ready for a deep dive on leadership next week in a new episode of HR Unplugged.

In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, discusses why building a positive culture at your organization is critical for HR leaders, and provides five strategic pillars to set you up for success. Join us as we:Define the five pillars of culture: mission, talent, compensation, benefits, and leadershipDetermine how to measure company cultureDiscuss actionable tips within each pillar that will enable you to create a positive work culture To learn more, visit the companion blog post for this episode. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Great talent philosophies address three key components: engagement, retention, and productivity of your workforce. A talent philosophy should support your leadership team’s preferences for managing talent and align with your company’s mission, vision, and values.Join Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, to discuss:Identifying roles that do (and don’t) need top talentHow DEI integrates naturally within a talent philosophy Maintaining and preserving your talent philosophy during challenging times To learn more, visit the companion blog post for this episode. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Professional development might not be the first strategy that comes to mind for boosting recruiting and retention, but it’s growing in popularity. In a recent LinkedIn Global Talent Trends Report, employees listed professional development as the number one way to improve company culture. And with a boost to company culture plus more career growth opportunities, employees are more likely to stay at the company.Join us as we discuss:Why professional development is importantBuilding an effective development strategy for each employeeWhat every business should include in their development strategyHow to start the learning journeyTo learn more, visit the companion blog post for this episode. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Learn why you need a total rewards strategy, and how organizations can help employees see the full picture when it comes to compensation. Join your host Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, to rethink benefits for the modern workplace while safeguarding funds for an economic downturn.Key points from the discussion include:How to communicate compensation beyond payThe four pillars of rewards packages: environment, development and recognition, benefits and compensationWhat employee perks are part of the discussion today How the pandemic and evolving economic situation have impacted conversations around benefitsSubscribe to the series at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged to sign up for future live sessions!

In order to attract and retain talent, HR professionals need to understand how compensation programs should be structured. Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, breaks down how to have hard conversations with current and potential employees to build the best possible teams.Join us as we discuss:How to have transparent conversations - understand what you’re offering (and what you can’t)How to be a data hero - optimize choices for the business when it comes to salaryHow to leverage career growth after the compensation foundation is builtVisit at BambooHR.com to watch the video version of this episode, read the recap blog post, and sign up for future live HR Unplugged sessions.

In this episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, leads a discussion on where HR leaders can go to get support in times of uncertainty.Join us as we discuss:Being the consumer of your own products Setting the example for self-careStaying on top of your business and personal goalsRunning HR like a business within a business, with its own unique needs and challengesWatch the video version of this episode here, or read the companion blog post. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Human Resources is where everyone within an organization goes for answers. But where can HR professionals turn for support during times of uncertainty? In today’s episode, Anita Grantham, Head of HR for BambooHR, leads a discussion on how to create resilience during uncertain times. This conversation happened during an interactive series designed to create a space where HR leaders can find community and resources to help them strengthen their workplace culture.Join us as we discuss:Helping your organization embrace changeActionable steps to create a more resilient organizationCompensation, benefits, and creating incentive programsTo learn more, visit the recap blog post for this episode. You can also watch other episodes and sign up for future live sessions at BambooHR.com/HR-Unplugged.

Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR and host of the HR Unplugged podcast