While We Were Working: Your Weekly Small Business HR News and Strategy Podcast

Mar 12 2024 116 ep. 29 mins 1
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This weekly podcast for HR Pros and People Leaders focuses on topics like employee engagement, workplace culture, and HR law for the agile, modern workplace. Learn more at: http://whilewewereworking.com. Host Joey Price, members of the Jumpstart HR team and guests bring their own personal perspective and years of experience to cover trending topics you might’ve missed while you were working. Visit jumpstart-hr.com for more episodes and to learn more about our HR Outsourcing support services.

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Internal Hiring vs External Hiring - What’s Better? Ft. Fit Small Business

Mar 12 2024 32 mins  
Summary This episode’s conversation explores the topic of internal versus external hiring in small businesses. Experts from Jumpstart HR and the Fit Small Business team discuss the key differences between the two methods, including the impact on cost, time efficiency, employee morale, retention rates, and diversity of skill sets. They also provide a five-step framework to determi

NYC’s AI Bias Law Isn’t Working + Demystifying Employee Ratings

Mar 08 2024 29 mins  
SummaryIn this episode, Joey Price and Sommer Ketron discuss New York City’s AI bias law and the challenges it faces in terms of enforcement and compliance. They also evaluate the use of numerical ratings in performance reviews, highlighting the pros and cons of this approach. The conversation emphasizes the importance of clear communication in performance management and offers a

Traits of a Great Leader at Work + My Job Changed And I’m Not Happy About It

Mar 04 2024 29 mins  
Summary In this episode, Joey Price and Sommer Ketron discuss the traits of a great leader and how to compare oneself against those traits. Also exploring what to do when an employee’s job changes and they are no longer happy about it. The conversation emphasizes the importance of hiring for fit, prioritizing attitude over aptitude, and motivating employees to be engaged. Also di

HR’s Toughest Challenges + Can AI Hire Better Candidates?

Feb 29 2024 26 mins  
Summary In this episode, Joey Price and Sommer Ketron discuss the challenges that HR professionals face and how candidates are using AI to cheat the recruiting process. Exploring top concerns keeping HR executives up at night, including navigating HR budgets and managing hybrid remote workplaces. And discussing the shift in focus from recruitment and retention to building company c

2024 PTO Trends + What If My Employee Goes To Jail?

Feb 28 2024 28 mins  
Summary In this episode, Joey Price and Sommer Ketron discuss two topics: PTO trends and what to do when an employee is in jail. Exploring the trends and challenges of unlimited PTO, including the low percentage of employers offering it and the barriers to its implementation. While also providing insights and advice on how to handle the situation when an employee is in jail, emphas

Exploring Current Work Trends + Value of Podcast for HR Professionals

Feb 15 2024 36 mins  
Summary In this episode, Joey, with guests Bill Banham and Christopher Bjorling from the People and Performance Podcast, is here to provide insights while covering various topics related to current trends in the world of work. They discuss impactful changes, such as the shift to remote work and the rapid advancement of technology. Exploring the long-term viability and impact of rem

Navigating Religious Inclusion in the Workplace + How to Handle Employee Grievances with Company

Feb 06 2024 29 mins  
Summary In this episode, Joey and Sommer discuss two topics that are often considered taboo in business: religious inclusion at work and addressing negative employee sentiment. They explore the complexities of religious inclusion, the importance of cultural sensitivity, and the legal protections for religious accommodations. They also provide insights on how to handle employee grie

New Independent Contractor Rule for Compliance + Benefits of HR Support From the Beginning

Feb 02 2024 33 mins  
Summary In this episode of While We Were Working, Joey and Sommer discuss the new independent contractor rule and the factors of the economic realities test. Emphasizing the importance of understanding the new law and its implications for businesses. They also discuss when businesses should start thinking about HR and the benefits of having HR support from the beginning. Overall, t

Are Stay Interviews Still Relevant + Addressing Cultural Difference in a US Company with Global Team

Jan 17 2024 24 mins  
Summary In this episode, Joey and Sommer explore stay interviews' HR significance, vital for understanding employee motivations and retention. They emphasize the importance of stay interviews as a retention and recruiting strategy, highlighting the disconnect between understanding the value of retaining customers and employees. The episode covers the implementation of stay intervie

Remote Jobs Available but Nobody Wants + Companion Animal Policies for Employees

Jan 16 2024 25 mins  
Summary This episode of ‘While We Were Working,’ Joey and Sommer delve into the world of remote jobs that prove unpopular and challenging to fill. They explore the reasons behind the unpopularity of specific work-from-home roles, shedding light on the difficulties in hiring for customer support positions. The duo also examines the concept of pet policies within organizations an