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SHRM All Things Work
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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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Your Brain on Feedback: The Science of Belonging at Work
1w ago00:37:21Tap to summarizeWe call feedback a gift, yet our brains often experience it as a threat. That disconnect shapes who grows, who disengages, and who quietly gets managed out. And how does this impact people with invisible disabilities such as neurodiversity? Ama Agyapong, principal training strategist and CEO of Inclusion Enterprises, and Beth Sirull, president and CEO of the National Organization on Disability, unpack the neuroscience behind feedback and belonging — and why some conversations spark growth while others trigger defensiveness. This episode digs into the subtle, everyday bias that filters who receives developmental feedback, why it’s important for leaders to admit when they make mistakes, and the one change managers can make today to move the needle. Shortened Blurb (for newsletter): Why does feedback feel like a threat, and who pays the price? Ama Agyapong, CEO of Inclusion Enterprises, and Beth Sirull, president and CEO of the National Organization on Disability, explore the neuroscience of feedback, the subtle bias that shapes who gets developed and who gets managed out, and how to create a safe space for people with invisible disabilities. Learn the one change managers can make today to turn feedback into belonging. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
Transcribe →Stop Asking “How’s It Going?”: Coaching That Actually Moves the Needle
3w ago00:31:31Tap to summarizeA motivated team can still miss the mark when direction is fuzzy. Joe Rotella, chief value officer at Delphia Consulting, reveals how misalignment masquerades as progress and why status updates create a dangerous sense of security. Explore concrete tactics: Define “what it takes to win,” replace status checks with “What are you doing now, what’s next, and how can I help?,” and learn how to switch from feedback to feed forward. Walk away with a script bank, a feedback framework, and a simple opening question that instantly improves results. Shorter blurb (for newsletter): Is your team busy but off target? Joe Rotella, chief value officer at Delphia Consulting, LLC, outlines clarity-first planning, future-focused feedback, and remote habits that support without smothering. Learn the value of a feedback framework, outcome-first agendas, and the phrase that instantly improves results. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
Transcribe →Ditch the Dashboard: Career Growth That Actually Sticks
Jun 1700:31:55Tap to summarizeFeeling stuck at work? It’s not always about effort or lack thereof. It's often about clarity, purpose, and the right people in your corner. Pete Schramm, career development expert and the founder of employee connection and retention platform, Lattitude, argues that better employee engagement comes from something far more human than what a new app or dashboard could offer. Schramm walks through three practical tools: “Ikigai” to rediscover what makes your work meaningful, career maps to reveal options beyond your current role, and a personal board of advisors to take the pressure off finding one perfect mentor. It's a refreshing take on growth that puts people first. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
Transcribe →The Unicorn Dilemma: Hire for Talent, Not Perfection
Jun 300:29:25Tap to summarizeSearching for the “perfect” candidate may be doing more harm than good. Talent strategist and UnMuted Leader author, Trisha Zulic, SHRM-SCP, unpacks the “Unicorn Dilemma” – when hiring managers chase impossible wish lists and overlook high-potential talent.when hiring managers chase impossible wish lists and overlook high-potential talent. Zulic shares how her UnMuted Intake Framework helps organizations rethink their hiring conversations, define a quality candidate more clearly, reduce bias, and make smarter talent decisions grounded in evidence rather than gut instinct. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
Transcribe →The World's First Chief Heart Officer Says: Be More Authentic at Work!
May 2000:34:54Tap to summarizeThe future of work belongs to leaders who lead with heart — but what does that really mean? Claude Silver, chief heart officer at Vayner Media, a contemporary global creative and media agency, unpacks the power of empathy and authenticity in leadership. Sharing personal stories and career-changing insights, Claude reveals how shifting from “correction to connection” can spark innovation, boost retention, and drive growth no matter the role you play in your organization. Learn how leading with authenticity can transform your workplace – and how you can start making an impact today. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
Transcribe →What Workers Want: Key Takeaways from SHRM’s Global Employee Monitor
May 700:32:09Tap to summarizeWhat keeps people in their jobs – and what quietly pushes them out the door? The answer goes far beyond salary. As workplace expectations shift and uncertainty around AI and the economy grows, employees are rethinking what they truly need to stay engaged and committed at work. Daroon Jalil, senior researcher at SHRM, breaks down key insights from SHRM’s Global Employee Monitor, a sweeping study of workers across 26 countries. From the surprising disconnect between what employees value and what employers prioritize, to the outsized role managers play in retention, we unpack what today’s workforce actually wants...and how those expectations are evolving in real time. Resources from this Week’s Episode – The Global Employee Monitor Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
Transcribe →Is a College Degree Still the Key to Success?
Apr 2200:31:44Tap to summarizeRethinking the traditional college degree? You’re not alone. With rising tuition costs and student debt, plus the growing appeal of alternative credentials, today’s workforce is exploring new ways to build successful careers. But what challenges do professionals face when they skip the degree route, and how can organizations adapt to unlock untapped talent? Isaac Agbeshie-Noye, program director for the Widening Pathways to Work initiative at the SHRM Foundation, breaks down the rise of skills-first hiring, the barriers encountered by nontraditional job-seekers, and how employers can bridge the divide when looking for talent from different educational backgrounds. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
Transcribe →Secrets to Professional Influence: Transforming Mindsets and Inspiring Action
Apr 900:30:14Tap to summarizeThink influencers are limited to social media and product promotion? Think again. Professionals within organizations can leverage a powerful set of skills to drive change and inspire action — making influence a valuable asset in every industry. Executive coach Kisha Wynter reveals step-by-step strategies for harnessing data, research, and internal networking to become a strategic influencer, regardless of your position or title. Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
Transcribe →AI Isn’t Replacing Jobs — It’s Rewriting Them
Mar 2500:24:50Tap to summarizeFind out how automation and generative AI are transforming the workforce — not just displacing it. Justin Ladner, SHRM’s senior labor economist, discusses findings from SHRM research and reveals which roles are truly at risk, how HR is adapting, and why non-technical barriers like client preferences and regulations are reshaping the displacement narrative. Resources from this Week’s Episode: Automation, Generative AI, and Job Displacement Risk in U.S. Employment - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/automation-generative-ai-and-job-displacement-risk-in-u-s--employment Automation, Generative AI, and Job Displacement Risk in HR Employment - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/automation-generative-ai-and-job-displacement-risk-in-hr Worker Expectations about Automation and Generative AI Job Displacement Risk - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/worker-expectations-about-automation-and-generative-ai-job-displacement-risk Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
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The Office Marriage: Therapy Techniques for Happier Work Relationships
Mar 1300:30:53Tap to summarizeWhat if techniques learned in therapy could help resolve workplace conflict? Learn how Olivia Russak, a licensed marriage and family therapist, adapts therapy-based approaches like “I statements” and nervous system regulation to help managers and employees build trust with each other and repair strained relationships. Along with an audience Q&A, find out how SHRM’s new research on HR excellence — including talent-related areas like employee experience and leadership and manager development — frames this transformative discussion. Resources from this Week’s Episode: SHRM Business Case for HR Excellence - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/the-business-case-for-hr-excellence-report Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
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