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“Getting Evolved (NOW)”

With Andre Young

“Getting Cerebral with David Creelman”

If you’re a fan of evidence-based theory, you’ll appreciate this conversation with David Creelman. For the scientist or engineer (or like-minded individual) the assortment of management theories offer very little factual outcomes.

“Saving The World with LK Kihlstadius”

Larry (LK) Kihlstadius is a coach to the C-Suite, a leadership consultant, and a soon-to-be recurring presence in reality TV.

“Getting (Up) Skilled with Jessica Miller-Merrell”

long-time Human Resources influencer and entrepreneur.

Picklin’; A Conversation with Tim Wright

Picklin’; A Conversation with Tim Wright

Few people better represent the incredible zeitgeist that is Pickleball. Three years ago Tim was a friendly face we would occasionally run into on the (then empty) public tennis courts that had been re-lined to include pickleball dimensions. Now, he's a local...

Geeking Out with Jim Stroud

Geeking Out with Jim Stroud

Meet Jim Stroud, HR Influencer, podcaster, author, “Searchologist,” techie, comic…this guy is one lute away from being a full blown Renaissance Man. In this episode of HR Hardball, we hear Jim’s “origin story” (SPOLER Alert, there’s a woman involved) into the crazy world of HR and his array of creative innovations over this 20+ year career.

Avoiding the Sucking Vortex of Pissed-Off with Carol Bowser

Avoiding the Sucking Vortex of Pissed-Off with Carol Bowser

One feature of a great interview is when you find immediate tactics you can put into play and Carol comes through shining in that area. Conflict is almost always a result of poor communication, unaddressed issues, and in a workplace – the disconnect between supervisor and direct report in defining and prioritizing expectations.

2022 Recap – The Best of HR Hardball

2022 Recap – The Best of HR Hardball

Okay Hardballers, this pushed me to the ends of my editorial bandwidth, but with the help of our eldest son Jack, I think we have put together a fun end-of-year recap episode for your enjoyment. Fresh off the news that our little pod made the top 50% of all podcasts...

Pickleball, A Love Story

Pickleball, A Love Story

Meet Lincoln Jacobs, Pickleball enthusiast and devoted lover of the spirit of the game itself. His story is more than that of a “super-fan;” Lincoln has found an extended family in the Pickleball community, a sport he largely ignored prior to 2020, as it was really the passion of his wife, Lisa. It was not until her passing, after a five-year battle with cancer that Lincoln realized the special connection that existed among the devotees of this quirky “new” sport.

Storyy Time

Storyy Time

It’s probably no surprise to anyone that video is the new medium standard for influencers. Static images just don’t cut it. But the video has to be authentic, consistent and meaningful – that’s where Connor (co-founder), Deven, and a global team of creators help you tell your story…uh, “storyy”.

Finding Gifts WHERE?

Finding Gifts WHERE?

Join us in this special HR Hardball episode with Carrie Smith, founder and President of Carrington Legal Search. Carrie is a former trial lawyer, a best-selling author, single mom and an individual who owned and overcame the terrible experiences that helped shape her life.

The Pandemic of Mental Health

The Pandemic of Mental Health

Meet Amelia Wilcox, Founder and CEO of Nivati, a company that provides employee stress management tools that arm businesses with tools to address wellbeing, morale, and engagement with employees. Her story is an amazing example of addressing a gap in employee needs, but of a leader who is nimble and unafraid – Amelia’s venture previously went from $6M in revenues to ZERO within ten days of the COVID pandemic.

Veteran’s Day – We Can Do More

Veteran’s Day – We Can Do More

Meet Lt. Col. Kathy Gallowitz (Ret.), creator and driving force behind Vanguard Veteran and author of “Beyond Thank You For Your Service.” Kathy’s passion for championing an underutilized talent resource is palpable, and she’s ready to share her wisdom with you.

Season 4…We’re back baby!

Season 4…We’re back baby!

It's been a minute, but we're back baby! Season 4 will kick-off on November 11th with a special Veteran's Day interview with retired Lt. Colonel Kathy Gallowitz. Thank you to all our listeners who reached out during our hiatus, sometimes life requires you to pivot...

Crisis Is as Crisis Does

Crisis Is as Crisis Does

"BUSY." That's my new one-word answer to every "Hey, how's it going?!" question I receive. Not in a dismissive sense, as if the question annoys me, but in a real "I'M SO FREAKING BUSY" sense. So my time and dedication to the blog has suffered as a result. Writing...

Out of The Box with Allison Zofan

Out of The Box with Allison Zofan

People will ask me occasionally, who is the audience for "HR Hardball, " is it just for HR professionals? You might be surprised to know that less than ⅓ of HRH subscribers define their role as an HR function. The rest are a mix of entrepreneurs, coaches, recent...

5 Ways Hiring an HR Consultant Pays Off

5 Ways Hiring an HR Consultant Pays Off

Regardless of the size or nature of your business, your staff is one of your most valuable assets. An HR consultant provides an invaluable service by offering guidance on the best ways to recruit, manage, and maintain a productive workforce.

Makin’ Magic with Amy Lynn Durham

Makin’ Magic with Amy Lynn Durham

Listening to podcasts can be entertaining, educational, informational or entertaining ~ sometimes they are all of the above. Meet Amy Lynn Durham, the creative force behind "Create Magic at Work," a comprehensive assessment, workbook and coaching principle with the...

An Intentional Pause…with John Briggs

An Intentional Pause…with John Briggs

And that’s a shame. Did you know there is a 40% increase in depression in the first year of retirement [Institute of Economic Affairs, 2017]? Or that 61% of those in retirement state they mostly/always feel alone [Journal of the American Geriatric Society, 2019]? Suicide rates double, healthcare costs increase and most importantly – “Purpose” is often lost.

All-In with Heenle Turner

All-In with Heenle Turner

How do you become an employer of choice? How do you attract the very best candidates? Are people looking at career options in a different way now than they might have in the past? With the current hiring crisis (see The Great Resignation? Hardly. for a few thoughts on that term) candidates are in possession of leverage they never had previously – how can you take advantage of that while your competitors are struggling? Listen here to find out!

Running On Empty with Sarah Moe

Running On Empty with Sarah Moe

Tired, aren't you? Would it make you feel better to know you're not alone? Just a year ago we talked to Sarah Moe, Founder and CEO of Sleep Health Specialists about sleep deprivation and the toll it is taking on all of us. At the time we discovered the weird...

Why Don’t We Trust The Media?

Why Don’t We Trust The Media?

Do I dare say it? "Fake News"? It's a term forever tied to our 45th President but it's not a novel concept. There has been a growing distrust of the media that you can trace back to 1972 when you had military leaders actively accusing the venerable Walter Cronkite of...

Dreaming Big with Dan Mangena

Dreaming Big with Dan Mangena

When fear is framing your life, you lose perspective, compassion, trust, and ultimately a sound mind.
We don’t subscribe to that mindset at HR Hardball, and neither does Daniel Mangena – get your ears on and listen to some real conversation about mandates, vaccines, media messaging and an overly authoritarian government (not just in the US, check out Austria, Australia, France, Germany, Italy and Canada). We (you & I) are in the fight of our lives. Come get some reinforcements for the battle in episode 24 of Season 2.

Quality Time with Darrian Mikell

Quality Time with Darrian Mikell

Entrepreneur, long-jumper, dad, husband, mentor and mentee. Get your ears on and listen to my interview with Darrian Mikell, CEO and co-founder of Qualifi. Anyone with an entrepreneurial background can relate to the hard work, commitment and risk involved with...

Great Resignation? Hardly.

Great Resignation? Hardly.

The universe abhors a vacuum. That has to be the explanation for the constant arrival of catchphrases in our meme-loving society. Surprisingly, I'm not referring to "Let's Go Brandon" - no, I'm specifically speaking about "The Great Resignation." Has a great ring to...

Side Hustlin’ with Jen Hope

Side Hustlin’ with Jen Hope

stead, one day you wake up and realize that you have accumulated quite a few additional commitments in your professional life. It seems contrary to the narrative of an over-whelmed and sometimes burned out workforce, but there are many people (me included) who aren’t thriving if they aren’t juggling chainsaws.

Suicide – The Reality of Mental Wellness Gone Bad

Suicide – The Reality of Mental Wellness Gone Bad

**From time to time I’ll receive an unsolicited request from a reader or listener asking to use my platform to share content. Rarely is the topic as important as this article submitted by Michael Stephenson. Mental health was an issue before the COVID pandemic, but now more than ever people are isolated, confused, lonely, and in many cases clinically depressed. If suicide has impacted your life at any point, you know the residual effects that continue for generations. Be vigilant, be aware, and self-care intentionally. – jw**

Winning Against Digital Distraction with Julienne Ryan

Winning Against Digital Distraction with Julienne Ryan

You know a couple years back I wrote an article called "The Lookdown Generation" to describe the experience we had with my then 16-year old son. Well, it turns out I wasn't the only one who noticed this phenomena. In episode 19 (Season 2), I speak with Julienne Ryan,...

Pivoting with Andrea Butcher

Pivoting with Andrea Butcher

Have you ever taken the time to look back in your professional and personal life to identify those pivotal moments that helped guide you to your current state? Andrea Butcher has some great stuff to share.

OSHA Mandating with Kris Dunn

OSHA Mandating with Kris Dunn

The Biden administration announces an ambitious plan to pressure employers into mandating vaccines. Unfortunately, very little has been shared in terms of the “how” this plan will be implemented.

Getting Connected with Steve Browne

Getting Connected with Steve Browne

So how's your network doing these days? Feeling connected with colleagues, peers, friends, strangers and other interesting people? News alert - we're all amateurs. In Episode 14 I'm talking with my friend Steve Browne, Chief People Officer at LaRosa's Pizzeria based...

$15? Wake Me When You’re Serious

$15? Wake Me When You’re Serious

Hello HR,How long have we heard about an increased minimum wage? Long enough for the increase to be meaningless, that's for sure. Would it even help? Could it actually hurt?  Well hell yes it could hurt - for every person lifted from poverty, another 1 ½...

Have Spear, Will Travel

Have Spear, Will Travel

The term "freelance" has such a cool hippie vibe but actually has a pretty primeval origin. As a former purveyor of the greatest board game the world has ever seen, a "free lance" was a mercenary-for-hire offering his or her services to the highest bidder in times of...

Hitting the Trifecta with Karen Whitaker

Hitting the Trifecta with Karen Whitaker

Who interviews their wife as a podcast guest? Apparently I do, and the experience was even better than I had hoped. Has it been a crazy year? Yeah, it has, but that statement has become cliché. For many people it was a life-changing year, and that includes my...

No Degree? No Problem.

No Degree? No Problem.

Considering the blue-collar deficit, you might be interested in knowing about the highest-paying jobs that don’t require a degree.
Each of these 25 jobs have higher than average to average job growth and pay up to 80K a year.

Getting Woke(r) with David Creelman

Getting Woke(r) with David Creelman

Like a Happy Days episode from days gone by, I teased this topic into a "To Be Continued" two-parter. In case you need to re-visit last week's episode, you're now hooked up: In this episode David gives some in-the-workplace application to encourage robust,...

Election Fraud (no, not that one)

Election Fraud (no, not that one)

Year 2020 – “Worst year ever.”
Year 1960 – “Hold my beer, son.”
A contested election can change the course of history in a radical and immediate way. Need proof?

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