Why Name Pronounciation Matters with Dr. Praveen Shanbhag, Namecoach Inc.
Today's guest expert says that the way we pronounce colleagues' names is a big deal. Our names, he explains, are central to our unique identities, and saying them correctly is the first step in connecting with, respecting, and appreciating one another. Bill Banham is joined on the show by Dr. Praveen Shanbhag, Founder & CEO at Namecoach Inc., a tool offering users access to accurate audio name pronunciations to promote inclusion, belonging, and rapport. Questions For Praveen Include:&nb...
13 Huhti 202328min
Benefits and Wellness Superhero Symposium Preview with Roger Thorpe
In this episode of the HRchat show, we preview the Benefits and Wellness Superhero Symposium, happening May 18 in downtown Toronto and the virtual edition of the event series happening two weeks later. Bill's returning guest is Roger Thorpe. Roger is the President of the integrated benefits and wellness consulting company, Thorpe Benefits. Having joined the firm in 1997 and later acquiring ownership of the company in 2005, Roger has built a team of senior consultants that understand Group B...
11 Huhti 202318min
Ways HR and Admin Can Better Collaborate with Natalie Massey, Johns Hopkins
The focus of this HRchat episode is 'Your Admin Staff: Tapping HR’s Golden Natural Resource'. Listen as we consider such questions as: How will redefining Admin’s role create a new pipeline of talent? How can HR and admin staff work together in the new workplace? And what challenges can admin and HR staff better tackle together? Our guest this time is Natalie Massey, Operations Coordinator of the Space Exploration Sector at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. Natal...
6 Huhti 202312min
How to Prioritize DEI Efforts with Stephanie Murphy, Ph.D.
As employers look to the future, creating a workplace where employees feel heard, where they feel that their voice matters, and where they feel a sense of belonging is vital for the future success of any business. Employee engagement is an excellent barometer of organizational health. The companies that get employee engagement right can enjoy a competitive advantage that's hard for others to replicate. With this in mind, the All Access: Employee Engagement and Experience 2023 o...
3 Huhti 202315min
Leveraging Thought Leaders within Your Organization with Bobby Umar
Our returning guest is Bobby Umar, an inspirational speaker and storyteller. Bobby has delivered 1,000+ keynotes and workshops across 4 continents in the past two decades. Inc Magazine named Bobby one of the Top 100 Leadership Speakers, alongside such noteworthy giants as Sir Richard Branson, Brene Brown, and John Maxwell. Bobby is a 5x TEDx speaker, and one of the top digital influencers in the world, with over 650,000 global followers. You can check out Bobby's previous appearance on ...
31 Maalis 202321min
Offshore Recruitment Strategies with Kal Kukadia, Cloudstaff
In this episode, we ask why organizations need an offshore strategy to support their recruitment needs. Listen too, as we consider how businesses can maintain their company culture when working with outsourced employees. Bill's guest is Kal Kukadia, Chief Recruitment Officer at Cloudstaff. A seasoned strategist in talent development and recruitment, Kal has been tasked with establishing Cloudstaff’s talent operations in the Philippines, India and Columbia to support global client expansion. ...
30 Maalis 202317min
Powerful Coaching Conversations with Libby Stewart, Topicflow
In this performance coaching-focused HRchat episode, we consider ways to prepare for and run productive and outcome-focused 1on1s. Our guest is Libby Stewart, the VP of Customer Experience & Revenue at Topicflow, a new tech platform designed to connect with your favorite calendar(s) to transform your 1on1s into powerful coaching conversations to potentially eradicate the need for performance reviews altogether. Questions For Libby Include: Topicflow sees traditional performan...
28 Maalis 202324min
DEI, EQ and Mentorship with Karen Simpson
In this HRchat episode, Bill Banham talks with Karen Simpson, DEI expert, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, and founder at Hello Awesome Inc. Questions For Karen Include: You were awarded Canada’s #1 Recruiter in 2019. Why move away from Talent Acquisition? Why do you think focusing on strengths is so important right now? Let’s get into coaching, you’ve taken a unique approach at Hello Awesome Inc. What's the approach and why did you choose this stance?Checking that coaching works: ...
27 Maalis 202318min
