HR Happy Hour

HR Happy Hour - Episode 43 - 'The Talent Show featuring TalentedApps' Thursday, April 29, 2010 - 8PM ET Talent - we all think we have it, companies are always chasing it, there was (or still may be) a 'war' for it, and without enough of it, even the smartest strategy is doomed to fail. Some of the brightest folks around working and writing in the talent game are the great team from TalentedApps. TalentedApps is a multi-author blog focusing on all things talent, finding it, developing it, understanding it, and offering sound advice for organizations and individuals that simply want to perform better. Mark Bennett, Meg Bear, and Amy Wilson from TalentedApps will join us this week to talk about talent and to discuss the most important talent issues today, as they impact both organizations and individuals. I hope you can join us for 'The Talent Show', this week on the HR Happy Hour.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 42 - 'So How are the Benefits?' Thursday - April 22, 2010 - 8PM ET Benefits are one of the most critical components of the overall compensation package for employees, but are frequently misunderstood, underutilized, and poorly communicated. Recent research shows that while employees place a significantly high importance and value on benefits, employers consistently underestimate how significant that satisfaction with benefits drives overall job satisfaction. Why are employers missing the connection here? What strategies and technologies can be brought to bear by organizations to make their benefits offerings better understood and better utilized. How does social media play into this equation? What do the upcoming major changes in US Health Care policy mean for employers and employees? What should companies be saying/doing/sharing? Our guest will be Jennifer Benz of Benz Communications, an expert in the field of Benefits Communications strategy and benefits communication design and execution. It should be a fun show, I hope you can join us.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 41 - 'The SHRM Annual Conference Preview' Thursday April 15, 2010 - 8PM ET The HR and Recruiting conference season is now in full swing, and the biggest event of them all, the SHRM Annual Conference is coming in just a few short weeks, June 27-30 in San Diego. This event draws thousands each year, and for many HR professionals is the number one event of the year. heck, inventor of the internet Al Gore is even speaking. This week on the HR Happy Hour we will be joined by SHRM's Chief Global Member Engagement Officer, China Gorman, and SHRM's head of marketing Stacey Holvenstot to talk about the annual conference, learn what is new and improved from past events, and perhaps get to the bottom of the controversial selection of Hall and Oates as featured entertainment. So if you want to get the scoop on all things SHRM Annual Conference, plan on joining us on the HR Happy Hour this week.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 40 - 'HR on Your Own' Thursday, April 8, 2010 - 8PM ET In a small organization, many HR professionals find themselves flying solo, as the only (or one of a very few) HR people for the entire company. So how do you 'do HR when your are the only one doing HR?' We talk about some of the specific challenges in doing HR for small organizations, with no (or little support), many times in organizations that have never 'had' HR, and with people that often don't think they need the help. We will explore how working in the small business environment challenges you as the HR professional. How is it harder/easier that being a cog in the HR wheel at a big company? Is it better for your overall development? And we will examine some of practical things, like technology, resources, ways to leverage networks and information so that you are not so 'on your own' all the time. Are small companies really where all the action and innovation lives? Join us on the HR Happy Hour and find out.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 39 - 'Happy HR Fools Day' Thursday, April 1, 2010 - 8PM ET So the super secret special guest we had for this show had to cancel. Bummer. So rather than try and reschedule someone else, we figured we would just open up the lines, encourage our listeners to call in, and share their funny, crazy, and interesting tales from the HR and leadership trenches. No real agenda, no set list of guests or topics, just an open hour to hang out, call in, and talk with your friends and colleagues. I hope you can join us and share whatever is on your mind this week for the Happy HR Fool's Day show.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 38 - 'HRevolution 2010:Preview' - March 25, 2010 8PM ET Time flies in the world of HR and Recruiting Unconferences. Coming up in just a few more weeks, is the premier HR/Social Media/Workforce event, HRevolution 2010. The event, to be held May 7,8 in Chicago promises to be lively, informative, educational, and maybe even revolutionary. Joining us on the show this week, to give a preview of what to expect at HRevolution 2010 will be several of the event organizers, session leaders, and attendees. We will talk about what to expect this year at HRevolution 2010, what is new and improved from the first event, where to find the best deep dish pizza, and more. I hope you can join us this week as we get all Revolutionary on your...

HR Happy Hour - Episode 37 - 'The Culture Show' Thursday March 18, 2010 - 8PM EDT This week the HR Happy Hour wants you to get your culture on, your company culture that is. We will be talking all things organizational culture; what it means, why it is important, and how to hire for cultural fit. We will also take a look at how organizations can leverage their unique cultures in the marketplace for competitive advantage. After all, culture without commerce is opera or ballet. And both of those are boring. Joining us to talk all things culture are Meghan M. Biro from Talent Culture, and Charee Klimek from Vocii. It should be a fun and interesting show, talking culture (and you don't even need to dress up). I hope you can join us.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 36 - 'Show Me the Money' Thursday March 11, 2010 - 8PM EST This week on the HR Happy Hour show we take on the topic of Compensation and Rewards. Money, perks, benefits, stock options, you know the drill. Organizations every day have to find the right balance in their compensation strategy. Pay too little, and you become the Pittsburgh Pirates, and all your good player leave the first chance they can. Pay too much, and you are the New York Knicks, buried in the standings and with a soured reputation as a team with a bunch or underperforming overpaid has-beens. What is 'fair' and 'right' in compensation programs? Has the recession killed 'pay for performance'? Can companies get away with lowballing on pay and trying to compete with culture and opportunity? Joining us on the show to talk $$$, will be Ann Bares, Becky Regan, and Margaret O'Hanlon. I hope you can join us as well.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 35 - 'The Leadership Show' Thursday March 4, 2010 - 8PM EST Identifying future leaders, developing the right leadership capabilities, and ensuring a steady supply of leaders for the future are all topics that many organizations are facing in 2010. What do potential leaders look like? How can the organization identify them? What capabilities and behaviors should the HR and Leadership Development professional look for? And once potential leaders are identified, what are some strategies and approaches for developing that potential to grow the capabilities of both the individual and the organization. Joining us for the discussion will be Jennifer V. Miller, Leadership Development Consultant as well as some special guests. I hope you can join us this week for 'The Leadership Show'.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 34 - 'Fistful of Talent Radio' Thursday Feb. 25, 2010 - 8PM EST Call in 646-378-1086 This week, for the first time, the HR Happy Hour is handing over the keys to our friends from the Fistful of Talent blog. The FOT crew is known for strong opinions, smart analysis, and sometime controversial stances on many of the most important talent management and recruiting topics. Please join Jessica Lee, Tim Sackett, and their guests, friends, enemies - who knows? for what is sure to be a great and fun show. Shauna will help the FOT crew navigate the waters of internet talk radio while Steve takes a week off! FOT Radio this week on the HR Happy Hour!

HR Happy Hour - Episode 33 - 'Live from trulondon: The Wrap-Up' At a special time of 1:00PM ET, the HR Happy Hour will broadcast live from the trulondon unconference. We will wrap up Day 2, and the event overall, and talk to more of your favorite HR and Recruiting stars from the UK and the US and try and share some of the good stuff from the event. There are sure to be some surprises, so if you could not make it to trulondon, do the next best thing and listen to the HR Happy Hour show. Join us for what should be a fun and informative show.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 32 - 'Live from trulondon - Day 1' At a special time of 1:00PM ET, the HR Happy Hour will broadcast live from the trulondon unconference. We will wrap up Day 1, talk to some of your favorite HR and Recruiting stars from the UK and the US and try and share some of the good stuff from the event. There are sure to be some surprises, so if you could not make it to trulondon, do the next best thing and listen to the HR Happy Hour show. Join us for what should be a fun and informative show.

HR Happy Hour - Episode 31 - 'Breaking in to HR' Thursday February 11, 2010 8PM EST Call in 646-378-1086 What advice can you give the next generation of HR professionals and to HR students looking to break in to the field? What are some of the important lessons that you wished you had known when you were just starting out? Is HR and Recruiting still a place that you would recommend young professionals pursue? There are plenty of young,, enthusiastic and talented people in HR programs at colleges and universities just starting out in HR or looking for their first real HR opportunity. Some of them will join us on the show are bring their questions. Joining us on the show to help address these topics will be Rich DeMatteo from 'Corn on the Job', Jennifer McClure the Cincy Recruiter, and Robin Schooling. I hope you can join us as well.

Thursday February 4, 2010 - 8PM EST Call in 646-378-1086 Please join us as we welcome special guest Naomi Bloom, Managing Partner of Bloom & Wallace, an HR industry legend, and the undisputed Queen of Human Resources Technology. Naomi will share some of her wisdom accumulated over the years, and take your calls and questions on life, the universe, and everything else in between. Have a tricky question that needs answering? Need some advice? We are pretty sure Naomi can help you out, and set you straight. I hope you can join us this Thursday at 8PM EST for what should be a fun, informative, and entertaining show.

HR Happy Hour Episode 29 - JobAngels: Year One' Friday January 29, 2009 - 6PM EST Please join us for a special 'bonus' Episode of the HR Happy Hour show celebrating the one year of the creation of JobAngels, the community centered about helping find 'just one person one job'. Begun with a simple Tweet one year ago, JobAngels has seen tremendous success, and while there is still a long, long way to go to get people back to work it is a great story that should be told. Joining us on the show will be the creator of JobAngels, Mark Stelzner, and some very special guests. I hope you can make some time for this special 'bonus' HR Happy Hour, Friday January 29, 2009 at 6 PM ET.