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HR's Presence is Requested Mar 25, 2019

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The remote vs. in-office debate continues to rage on and HR isn't exempt from the discussion.The in-office side highlights what face-time brings to communication and relationships, while the remote side focuses on productivity and cost-savings. Xenium's Lacey Partipilo and Brandon Laws weigh in—and come to a conclusion that offers the expertise and support of HR with the flexibility and cost-savings of remote work.

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Generation Z - What Can We Expect? Mar 15, 2019

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For years, industry experts have only talked about how millennials will change the workforce. Well, they're here and are making up a large part of the workforce already. But what about this other generation trickling into the workforce? Generation Z: are they a replica of the millennial generation or are they vastly different? That's what Corey Seemiller and Meghan Grace sought out to define in their new book Generation Z: A Century in the Making. In this episode, they share who Generation Z is, how they'll impact the workforce, and how employers can prepare for this new generation.

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Finding Belonging in the Workplace Mar 07, 2019

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As humans, we've never been more connected—or more polarized based on our differences. But there is hope. Howard J. Ross, author of Our Search for Belonging: How Our Need to Connect is Tearing Us Apart believes the workplace is the answer. He joins us to discuss ways that organizations can encourage communication, create bridges to belonging and bring people with different ideologies together through shared purpose.

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Managing the Seas of Change Feb 25, 2019

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When it comes to business, change is a given. It's how a company handles it that makes all the difference. Nicole Carey, Senior HR Business Partner at Xenium joins us to discuss change management and how it can get companies from "before" to "after." We'll discuss why and when it's needed, who should champion the change and discuss why it's so important—to your company, your employees, even your clients.

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Creating an All-Star Culture Feb 13, 2019

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If you've ever wondered why sports metaphors like "slam dunk" are used in business, Travis Hansen is a great reference. He's succeeded in both worlds, as a former NBA player and founder and CEO of the Tesani Companies. Joining us to talk business, he shares how he's built award-winning culture into his companies through lessons he took off the court, a values-driven approach and unique ways to keep people engaged.

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All the Lonely Workers Jan 30, 2019

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Humans today are more connected than ever before, and yet isolation and loneliness are at an all time high. Listen in as Brandon Laws and Paige Tamlyn discuss a Q&A with Dan Schawbel from the SHRM Magazine about workplace trends affecting connection. We'll cover the ways technology and social media are changing personal interaction, the challenges of remote work and how HR and business leaders can encourage more meaningful connections at work.

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Article mentioned: Create Personal Connections at Work: A Q&A with Dan Schawbel

Cracking the Code to Great Culture Jan 24, 2019

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Culture. Everybody agrees that it's important and yet, it's so rare to find a workplace that gets it right. This week, Xenium's Tyler Meuwissen and Brandon Laws are discussing the highlights of Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups. From building a safe space to sharing vulnerability to establishing purpose, they'll break down the essentials that pave the way for an effective workplace culture.

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2019 HR Predictions Jan 15, 2019

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In this episode of What's Up in the Workplace, Lacey Partipilo and Brandon Laws state several bold HR predictions for 2019.

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Unlocking Efficiency With Iteration Jan 08, 2019

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When it comes to business, big changes are always a challenge. Unless you're Ed Muzio, CEO of Group Harmonics and author of I terate: Run a Fast, Flexible, Focused Management Team. He joins us to share his take on iteration and how it can make your team more effective, no matter what comes your way. We'll cover the skills and tools you'll need to get started, the role management plays, and the communication techniques that will transform your organization for the better.

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Are Shorter Workweeks on the Horizon? Jan 02, 2019

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If you worked uninterrupted, could you get your work done in 5 hours or less? 45% of full time workers worldwide say that they could. Is the era of the 4-day workweek finally here? Joyce Maroney, executive director of the Workforce Institute at Kronos, joins us to discuss the findings of their latest report on the state of workplace efficiency, how workers are spending their time and what it means for the future of work.

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Workforce Institute at Kronos

The Case for the 4-Day Workweek Report

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