SHRM All Things Work

Mar 06 2025 121 ep. 21 mins 281

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SHRM's All Things Work podcast takes you on a deep dive into game-changing topics that are redefining the world of work. Each week, host Anne Sparaco chats with thought leaders and industry experts eager to share their deep insights, research, and advice.

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Conflict Resolution Strategies Every Organization Needs

Mar 06 2025 22 mins

Addressing and resolving tension in the workplace can be a challenging feat, requiring more than just establishing clear policies. Catherine Mattice, founder and CEO of Civility Partners, shares her expertise on how to manage conflict, offering actionable advice for managers and HR teams on de-escalating situations, rebuilding trust, and equipping leaders to coach employees out of

Cybersecurity 101: Protecting Your Organization—and Yourself

Feb 27 2025 26 mins

Cybersecurity threats, from phishing scams to ransomware attacks, don’t just jeopardize a business’s financial health — they compromise customer trust, employee productivity, and critical organizational infrastructure. Abhishek Karnik, head of threat research at McAfee, discusses what steps to take in case of a breach, and how to integrate proper cyber hygiene habits into you

How to Communicate Employee Benefits—and Leverage Them for Engagement

Feb 20 2025 29 mins

Keren Maldonado, SHRM’s own director, total rewards, unpacks the nuanced art of communicating your organization’s benefit offerings in ways that are inclusive, easily accessible, and relevant to the diverse needs of your workforce. Maldonado shares practical tips for making benefits communication clear and engaging, while emphasizing how tailored strategies can enhance employee

Spotting the Signs of a Toxic Workplace

Feb 12 2025 27 mins

Toxic workplace cultures are more common than you think—and the damage they cause goes beyond just the office walls, including harm to mental health, team dynamics, and productivity. Amira Barger, executive vice president of health communications at Edelman, discusses the effects of toxic workplace cultures, explores the red flags organizations should look out for, and highlights

Gender Disparity, Workforce Integration, and DEI Executive Orders

Feb 07 2025 19 mins

Tamla Oates-Forney, the CEO of Linkage, a SHRM company, joins All Things Work to share a concerning statistic: Women now make up nearly half of the workforce and are the most educated group in the labor market—yet they’re not matriculating into leadership at the same rate as men. With new executive orders reshaping workplace policies, tune in for critical takeaways for how busi

Prevent FMLA Misuse: Insights and Recommendations for Employers

Jan 31 2025 28 mins

Abigail O’Connell and Marjory Robertson, senior counsel at Sun Life Financial, discuss the complexities of absence management, offering advice on preventing misuse and abuse of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Explore actionable strategies and insights to address potential issues without compromising employee support. Each week, All Things Work explores the latest workp

5 Workplace Trends Transforming 2025

Jan 23 2025 26 mins

Rick Hammell, founder and CEO of Helios, unpacks five pivotal workplace trends shaping 2025—from global workforce management to the effects of a new White House administration. Episode Time Stamps: 04:29 – 5 Trends 04:42 – Return to Office / Return to Work 08:26 – Generation Gap in the Workforce 15:13 – AI and Technology in the Workplace 18:06 – Global Business /

From Uncertainty to Trust: Inclusive Feedback Strategies

Jan 16 2025 24 mins

Join Ama Agyapong, CEO of Inclusion Enterprises, as she shares how to incorporate feedback to foster more trust and collaboration in the workplace. Discover practical strategies for addressing unconscious bias, building strong relationships, and tailoring feedback to individual needs. Each week, All Things Work takes a deep dive into the latest workplace topics. Get the latest ep

People Analytics: How Better Workplaces Start with Data

Jan 07 2025 26 mins

People analytics expert Brian Fitzpatrick explores how data is revolutionizing inclusion and diversity (I&D) in the workplace. The conversation covers how to leverage data to uncover disparities, address unconscious biases, and guide equitable decision-making. Fitzpatrick also emphasizes HR's critical role in using analytics to strengthen recruitment, retention, and succession stra

How Ageism Impacts Everyone at Work (And What to Do About It)

Jan 02 2025 28 mins

Shari Collins, who specializes in fostering inclusive environments and driving growth for organizations, explores the topic of ageism in the workplace. Collins unpacks the far-reaching effects ageism has across all generations, from younger professionals facing assumptions about their inexperience to seasoned employees encountering stereotypes about their adaptability. Collins also