HR Happy Hour Network

From Data to Dialogue: Building a Listening Organization
Hosts: Mervyn Dinnen
Guest: Nick Court, CEO at the People Experience Hub

Summary
In this episode of the HR Means Business podcast, Mervyn hosts Nick Court to explore how organizations can move beyond mere data collection to become truly listening entities that understand, respond, and evolve with their employees. They shares ideas and insights on building a listening culture, leveraging technology, and empowering employees in your organization.

Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Listening in Organizations
06:03 The Role of Surveys in Listening Strategies
08:56 Creating a Culture of Listening
11:43 Always-On Feedback: A Double-Edged Sword
17:29 Ownership and Action in Listening
20:42 Building Trust in a Listening Culture
23:18 The Skills and Mindset of Effective Leaders

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman.
Employees recognized for milestones are three times more likely to believe their company actually cares about them. Three times. So why are companies so bad at it? The stale bagels. The branded swag. The audacity. Workhuman believes milestones deserve their moment. A space for the people who know you best — your actual work circle — to reflect on your journey, your wins, your impact. The inside jokes. The big moments. All of it. It's called Service Milestones. AI finds the right people. Automation handles the rest. And employees choose their own reward — from millions of options, curated just for them. Milestone like you mean it with Workhuman, a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network. Find out more at workhuman.com. Thanks for joining us.

AI in HR: Driving Adoption, Impact, and Real Results
Host: Steve Boese and Trish Steed
Guest: Tony Truong, VP of People Strategy at Chime

Summary
On this episode of At Work in America, Steve and Trish are joined by Tony Truong from Chime to explore putting AI into practice across people operations, and reshaping how HR teams recruit, support employees, and make decisions in real time.
From reducing recruiting cycle time to resolving the majority of employee inquiries through AI-powered self-service, this conversation moves beyond theory and into real-world application. The discussion highlights how data, automation, and thoughtful change management come together to create more responsive, efficient HR functions.
At its core, this episode looks at what it truly takes to adopt AI in a way that works—aligning technology with culture, building trust in new systems, and using AI not just to automate tasks, but to improve how people experience work every day.

Chapters
02:51 The Impact of AI on Work Processes
05:57 AI in Recruiting: Transforming Traditional Practices
08:48 Feedback and Adoption of AI Tools
11:54 Measuring Success: Metrics in AI Implementation
17:50 Enhancing Employee Service Delivery with AI
20:46 Cultural Alignment and AI Responsiveness

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman.
Employees recognized for milestones are three times more likely to believe their company actually cares about them. Three times. So why are companies so bad at it? The stale bagels. The branded swag. The audacity. Workhuman believes milestones deserve their moment. A space for the people who know you best — your actual work circle — to reflect on your journey, your wins, your impact. The inside jokes. The big moments. All of it. It's called Service Milestones. AI finds the right people. Automation handles the rest. And employees choose their own reward — from millions of options, curated just for them. Milestone like you mean it with Workhuman, a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network. Find out more at workhuman.com. Thanks for joining us.

The Future of Work: AI and Gen Z in HR
Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer

Summary
In this episode of The Play By Play, hosts Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talk about the evolution of AI in HR. They explore how AI is transforming HR practices, from recruitment to employee development, and how Gen Z's values are shaping the future workplace. Discover the latest trends, tools, and ethical considerations in HR tech. Listen in!

Chapters
00:00 Entering the Real World
02:15 The Impact of AI on HR
08:04 Predictive AI: Identifying Employee Flight Risks
11:02 Personalized Training and Employee Development
14:30 Internal Mobility and Career Advancement
16:38 Digital Twins and Ethical Dilemmas
18:29 The Impact of AI on Entry-Level Jobs
23:17 Gen Z's Influence on HR Practices

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman.
What if your wins at work didn’t have to stop there? Workhuman’s employee recognition platform is built on the world’s largest rewards marketplace – tying recognition for great work to the things people love outside it. Crush a project: snag that baking dish you’ve been eyeing. Hit a milestone: Celebrate with a weekend getaway. With over one million gadgets, gift cards, and experiences, something is redeemed for in Workhuman’s in-house store every 3 seconds. Each reward deepens connections, boosts engagement, and helps fuel a culture that knows their work matters, and has the receipts to prove it. Head over to workhuman.com to learn more. Workhuman – a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network. Thanks for joining us.

Inside the Pay Gap: What’s Changing for Women at Work
Host: Steve Boese
Guest: Noreen Farrell, Executive Director at Equal Rights Advocates

Summary
On this episode of At Work in America, Steve is joined by Noreen Farrell from Equal Rights Advocates to break down what’s really happening with pay equity, transparency, and workplace fairness right now.
As policy enforcement shifts and cultural expectations evolve, they explore why progress on gender and racial equity is becoming more uneven—and in some cases, reversing. From the widening pay gap to the pressures pushing women out of the workforce, this conversation connects the dots between legislation, workplace practices, and lived employee experience.
It’s an honest look at where things stand, what’s at risk, and what organizations can do to move forward with intention.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Pay Equity and Workplace Fairness
02:41 The Role of Equal Rights Advocates
05:36 Changes in Enforcement and Challenges in Workplace Rights
08:40 Impact of Societal Changes on Women in the Workforce
11:06 Wage Gap Trends
15:37 Strategies for Pay Equity and Transparency
20:47 The Importance of High Standards in Employment Practices
23:35 Opportunities for Employers to Advocate for Change

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The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman.
What if your wins at work didn’t have to stop there? Workhuman’s employee recognition platform is built on the world’s largest rewards marketplace – tying recognition for great work to the things people love outside it. Crush a project: snag that baking dish you’ve been eyeing. Hit a milestone: Celebrate with a weekend getaway. With over one million gadgets, gift cards, and experiences, something is redeemed for in Workhuman’s in-house store every 3 seconds. Each reward deepens connections, boosts engagement, and helps fuel a culture that knows their work matters, and has the receipts to prove it. Head over to workhuman.com to learn more. Workhuman – a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network. Thanks for joining us.

Why Intergenerational Conversations Matter at Work
Hosts: Mervyn Dinnen
Guest: Danielle Farage

Summary
In this episode of the HR Means Business podcast, Mervyn hosts Danielle Farage to explore the complexities of intergenerational and multi-generational workforces. They discuss how understanding, curiosity, and open dialogue can bridge gaps, foster collaboration, and create a more harmonious work environment amid rapid technological and cultural changes.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to intergenerational and multi-generational workforces
04:04 Managing five generations simultaneously in the workplace
08:16 The influence of rapid technological change and skills development
11:07 Misinterpretations of workplace words and concepts post-pandemic
18:04 Incentives to stay or move on in today’s job market
25:54 Leadership practices for supporting a multigenerational workforce
30:54 Strategies to improve cross-generational collaboration
38:52 The role of AI and technology in bridging gaps and enabling collaboration

Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman.
What if your wins at work didn’t have to stop there? Workhuman’s employee recognition platform is built on the world’s largest rewards marketplace – tying recognition for great work to the things people love outside it. Crush a project: snag that baking dish you’ve been eyeing. Hit a milestone: Celebrate with a weekend getaway. With over one million gadgets, gift cards, and experiences, something is redeemed for in Workhuman’s in-house store every 3 seconds. Each reward deepens connections, boosts engagement, and helps fuel a culture that knows their work matters, and has the receipts to prove it. Head over to workhuman.com to learn more. Workhuman – a proud supporter of the HR Happy Hour Network. Thanks for joining us.