The Workplace Minute from the HR Happy Hour Media Network
The Workplace Minute from the HR Happy Hour Media Network
The Workplace Minute
Show overview
The Workplace Minute from the HR Happy Hour Media Network has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 501 episodes. That works out to roughly 40 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a several-times-a-week cadence, with the show now in its 5th season.
Episodes typically run under ten minutes — most land between 3 min and 5 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed earlier today, with 49 episodes already out so far this year. Published by The Workplace Minute.
From the publisher
The Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors, was developed as a “Flash Briefing” Skill for Amazon “Alexa” devices. Two to three times a week get a quick 2 – 3 minute update on important news impacting the world of work, workplace technology, the labor market and more. The show is hosted by Steve Boese and Trish Steed of H3 HR Advisors.
Latest Episodes
View all 501 episodesWhen Hiring Comes with a Loyalty Test: Breaking Down the Federal Government’s New Plan
What the Data Says About Older Workers in America
New Data on Living Wages in America Raises Tough Questions for Employers
Toxic Bosses Are Driving Burnout, Turnover, and Silence at Work
Half the Workforce Is Breaking Down: An Update on Employee Mental Health
The Next Phase of AI at Work: From Copilots to Agents
Why AI Isn’t (Yet) Delivering Results at Work
Relocation Reality Check: Starbucks Workers Hesitant to Leave Seattle
Cutting Benefits, Losing Trust: What Deloitte’s Move Means for Employers
The Truth About California’s Fast Food $20 Per Hour Wage Law
A Story About Return to Office Mandates, Layoffs, and Age Discrimination
AI at Work: Job Disruption Is Real, But It’s Not What You Think
S5 Ep 37Supporting Working Mothers: The Law That Changes the Conversation
The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!In this episode Steve discusses the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is one of the most important new workplace laws in years, yet many HR leaders, managers, and employees are still unfamiliar with it. We break down what the PWFA is, why it was created, and what it means in practice for both workers and employers.We also explore the types of accommodations covered under the law, how employees can request support, and what HR teams must do to stay compliant.To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report hereThe HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman – The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.
S5 Ep 36Why Square’s New AI Manager Should Get HR Leaders’ Attention
The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!In this episode Steve discusses Square's new ManagerBot, an agentic AI designed to proactively manage key business functions like inventory, marketing, forecasting, and even employee scheduling. But this is more than just a product launch - it’s a signal. We connect the dots between last week’s discussion on MCP and agentic AI and what Square is actually building for small businesses today. For HR and business leaders, especially in SMBs, this raises a critical question: what happens when work starts getting done by AI agents instead of through traditional HR and workforce management systems?To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report here
S5 Ep 35The Job Market Looks Strong… So Why Does It Feel So Weak?
The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!In this episode Steve unpacks the newest JOLTS report and explain what HR and business leaders need to understand about job openings, hiring trends, quit rates, and layoffs. More importantly, we explore why worker confidence has dropped so significantly and what that signals about the true state of the labor market.Finally, we look ahead to the rest of 2026, outlining three potential scenarios for where the job market could be headed and what leaders should be watching closely.To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report here
S5 Ep 34Confidence Is Cracking in the U.S. Job Market
The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!In this episode Steve discusses new Gallup data that reveals a growing disconnect in the U.S. labor market. While unemployment remains relatively low, worker confidence is declining, job market pessimism is rising, and fewer employees say they are thriving. We break down the key findings and what they mean for HR leaders, employers, and workers navigating a more uncertain environment.To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.BOUNS: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report here
S5 Ep 33The Hidden Work Impact of Pet Caregiving
The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!In this episode Steve discusses how pet caregiving is one of the most overlooked forces shaping employee experience today. With millions of workers balancing the financial and emotional realities of caring for pets, forward-thinking employers are starting to take notice. We break down the data, the workplace impact, and what HR leaders should be thinking about next.To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report hereWhat if your wins at work didn’t have to stop there? Workhuman’s employee recognition platform is built on the world’s largest rewards marketplace – tying recognition for great work to the things people love outside it. Crush a project: snag that baking dish you’ve been eyeing. Hit a milestone: Celebrate with a weekend getaway. With over one million gadgets, gift cards, and experiences, something is redeemed for in Workhuman’s in-house store every 3 seconds. Each reward deepens connections, boosts engagement, and helps fuel a culture that knows their work matters, and has the receipts to prove it. Head over to workhuman.com to learn more. Workhuman – a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network.
S5 Ep 32The End of the HR App as We Know It? (And What Comes Next)
The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!A new shift may be underway in HR technology - one that moves value away from traditional applications and toward AI-driven orchestration layers that connect systems, data, and workflows.In this episode, Steve explores how emerging concepts like MCP, along with recent moves from Oracle, Workday, Degreed, Paycom, Microsoft, and ServiceNow, are pointing toward a future where AI agents—not users—may become the primary operators of work.What does this mean for HR leaders, technology providers, and the future of enterprise software? Let’s break it down.To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report hereThe HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman – The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.
S5 Ep 31The Hidden Cost of Student Loan Debt on Your Workforce
The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!In this episode Steve discusses new research which shows student loan debt has impact far more than personal finances - it’s affecting employee focus, productivity, and retention at scale. We break down the latest data, explore upcoming policy changes that could increase financial strain, and share practical ways employers can respond. If you’re competing for talent, this is an issue you can’t afford to ignore.To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report hereThe HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman – The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.
S5 Ep 30Gen Z, College Majors, and the Reality of Today’s Job Market
The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!In this episode Steve discusses new data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York that shows while some majors lead to stronger employment and earnings outcomes, a growing number of college graduates are underemployed—and many are working in roles that don’t require a degree at all.In this episode, we break down what the data really says about majors, job prospects, and earnings—and why the traditional “pick the right major” advice is no longer enough.To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report hereThe HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman – The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.