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Making Intentional Decisions with Jim Loehr May 16, 2023

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In this episode, renowned performance psychologist Jim Loehr delves into the crucial topic of decision-making, a unique capability of our species that allows us to shape the direction of our lives. His book, Wise Decisions, offers a research-based approach to intentional decision-making, empowering readers to enhance their own abilities and teach others. Tune in to gain valuable insights and strategies for making wise decisions that can positively impact your future.

TAKEAWAYS

Decision-making is a unique feature of our species, as humans have the ability to pause between stimulus and response and consciously choose the direction of their lives.
Most of our daily decisions are made without any intentional thought.
Oftentimes, small decisions often become the greatest levers for the big decisions that will change the trajectory of our lives.
Your inner voice, not your public voice, reflects your true perspective and approach on all decisions.
The pause between the stimulus and response is the most sacred space we have as human beings.

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AI in the HR Arena: Nicole Blevins & Brandon Laws Discuss the Pros and Cons of ChatGPT in Human Resources May 12, 2023

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In this episode, Nicole Blevins and Brandon Laws of Xenium HR dive into ChatGPT and AI and their potential impact on the HR profession. Together, they discuss various applications of the technology in HR, how to optimize its usage through prompt engineering and address potential problems, such as plagiarism, inaccuracies, bias, and non-critical thinking.

In this episode, they cover:

Exploring ChatGPT's use in HR tasks:

Crafting job descriptions
Composing and updating employee handbooks and policy manuals
Drafting e-mails and offer letters to job candidates
Checking HR laws and regulations
Summarizing research and reports
Generating employee surveys and sentiment analyses
Streamlining administrative tasks (e.g. event and holiday reminders)

Optimizing ChatGPT's potential through prompt engineering:

Techniques to get the most out of AI
Strategies for crafting effective prompts to yield desired results

Addressing potential problems with ChatGPT in HR:

Plagiarism and sourcing concerns
Inaccurate information
Bias and ethical considerations
Non-critical thinking and reliance on AI-generated content

Join Nicole and Brandon Laws as they explore the exciting potential of ChatGPT in the HR field, while also addressing the challenges and safety implications that come with it. Listen in to gain valuable insights and ensure you're making the most of AI in your HR practices.

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Diving into Divercial with Randeep Purewal May 09, 2023

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In this episode, host Brandon Laws sits down with Randeep Purewal, CEO and Founder of Divercial, an all-in-one B2B SaaS solution for building an inclusive workplace culture. Randeep believes that, unlike the subjective human perspective, technology can help remove bias and gather reliable data, with the ultimate goal of engaging employees and boosting productivity. Listen in and learn how to prioritize cognitive diversity and position your employees for success.

TAKEAWAYS

Divercial is a B2B SaaS platform that specializes in building inclusive workplaces by placing a more diverse group of decision-makers in every aspect and dimension of business.
Technology is less biased than humans and could be used to make more objective business decisions.
Using a third-party company for collecting employee feedback protects anonymity as data collected is scrubbed and provided in aggregate form.
Unlike traditional consulting work where recommendations are given and not always implemented, Divercial provides recommendations based on collected data, prioritizing issues for the greatest impact.
To put employees in positions of success, it's important to have a better understanding of their strengths, interests, and approaches to work.
An inclusive workplace increases employee engagement and productivity, which positively impacts the company's bottom line.

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Feedback Reimagined with Jen Ostrich May 02, 2023

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It's time to change the game when it comes to providing effective feedback in the workplace. In this podcast episode, Brandon Laws sits down with an executive coach, speaker, and author Jen Ostrich to discuss the importance of focusing on strengths, growth, and allyship when giving feedback to employees. It's about moving beyond simply pointing out ineffective behaviors and painting a picture of what true growth and progress look like.

TAKEAWAYS

Effective feedback should focus on strengths, growth, and allyship.
Research shows that strength-based feedback improves well-being and engagement by making employees feel appreciated and seen.
Be clear about desired behaviors instead of only focusing on the negative.
Focusing solely on someone's weaknesses without providing guidance on how to improve is insufficient for change.
Delivering feedback on what more effective behavior would look like provides specific guidance for improvement, which is less likely to trigger defensiveness.
When leaders show vulnerability by sharing personal stories about tough feedback moments, they build psychological safety among their teams.

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The HR Warrior with Keri Ohlrich Apr 25, 2023

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In our latest episode, HR expert Keri Ohlrich discusses the misconceptions surrounding the HR profession. Despite popular perception, Keri talks about the significant impact that a skilled HR team can have on staff and business development. People are complex, so the HR field isn't for the faint of heart. It's about finding a balance between fighting for employees and meeting the needs of the business, all while prioritizing healthy company culture.

TAKEAWAYS

HR is often seen as a necessary evil for compliance purposes and not as a valuable department that can accelerate business growth.
The HR profession is complex because people aren't like machines, as arising personal and professional circumstances are impossible to predict.
Pursuing a career in HR solely out of love for people can cause HR professionals to become jaded due to the excessive time spent with the "rule-breakers."
There are so many things that HR professionals can do to fight for employees while, at the same time, balancing the needs of the business.
A skilled HR team can provide valuable insight into understanding and articulating a company's culture, both of which are crucial for attracting and retaining talent.

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Reflecting on 400 Episodes with Angela Perkins Apr 18, 2023

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In this special 400th episode of the transform your workplace podcast, host Brandon Laws and guest Angela Perkins, VP of Sales and Marketing at Xenium HR, reflect on key moments throughout the last 400 episodes of the podcast. The two discuss past predictions about the future of work, leading with vulnerability, and more! Don't miss this milestone episode!

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Episodes mentioned in this podcast:

HR Trends to Watch for

Meeting with Purpose

What it's so crazy at work

Why We Need 'Psychological Safety' to Do Our Best Work

Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable

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Why Employee Engagement Strategies Fall Short with Jessica Kriegel Apr 11, 2023

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In this episode of Transform Your Workplace, host Brandon Laws sits down with workplace culture strategist Jessica Kriegel. The two discuss tech burnout, the downside of employee engagement initiatives, and the struggle to create authentic culture. Listen in and discover how to align on purpose and foster employee fulfillment in the world of remote work.

TAKEAWAYS

"Collaboration overload" was the first instinct of most organizations that were moving into a remote environment in the early pandemic."
Leaders' attempts to "intentionally create culture" led to overwhelming tech burnout and increased levels of stress, both of which contributed in part to the Great Resignation.
The Anti-Work Movement isn't made up of people who don't want to work but rather people who want to work with intention and purpose.
Replace the idea of employee engagement with employee fulfillment, which is the extent to which your character and abilities are being fully developed at work.
Every leader needs to be the Chief Reminding Officer, starting every meeting by stating the company's purpose.
A culture shift is a co-created, co-owned process, but leaders need to pave the way.

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The Emerging World of Work with Deloitte's Global Human Capital Practice Leader Art Mazor Apr 04, 2023

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Are traditional business practices hindering your team from maximizing productivity in this changing world of work? Sit down with Art Mazor, Global Human Capital Practice Leader at Deloitte, and get fresh insights from the company's 2023 Global Human Capital Trends Report. Learn best practices for shedding boundaries and sparking innovation in the emerging workplace ecosystem.

TAKEAWAYS

Constructs "interwoven into the fabric of work as we know it" are falling away, and a new world of work is emerging.
Deloitte's latest report found that more than 70% of workers are already performing work outside of their stated job responsibilities, and only 24% are doing the same work as others with the same job title.
Workers have more choices and influence than they've ever had before, and leaders must harness that passion to create benefits for all.
Many businesses recognize the importance of these shifts, but there is also a significant gap between desire and readiness to take these changes on.
The elevation of skills for leaders to be able to navigate this new way of working should not be underestimated.

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CEO Conversations: Kendall Miller, Interlaken Mar 31, 2023

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Guest host Al Nodarse interviews Kendall Miller, owner and president of Interlaken, a premier excavator in Portland, Oregon. The two talk about how Miller got into the construction world, her industry's trials in the pandemic and beyond, and how to get more young people interested in the field.

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Creating a Consent Culture with Erica Scott Mar 28, 2023

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In this episode, host Brandon Laws sits down with Erica Scott to learn how to transform the workplace environment, relationships, and productivity with best practices for fostering honest communication. Make the shift from "taboo" to "transparent" when it comes to saying "no" and asking for what you want.

TAKEAWAYS

Consent culture fosters feelings of safety and freedom that are not only possible but critical for a healthy culture at work.
Consent is involved in every interaction between ourselves and others.
Learning and practicing consent skills helps us create an environment where interactions are mutually agreeable for everyone involved.
It's normal for us to struggle with saying "no" or asking for what we want.
Healthy communication cannot abound if one set of people is taught that the most important thing is to avoid conflict while another set is taught to pursue their desires and needs.

A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST 🔊 Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR 🎙️ Host: Brandon Laws

Contact Brandon and Xenium HR:

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