DriveThruHR – HR Conversations

Hey there, HR enthusiasts! Get comfy because we're about to shake things up on the next DriveThruHR episode. Join Michael and Robin as we chat with Kathi Enderes, the Senior Vice President of Research at The Josh Bersin Company, about Systemic HR. Forget the jargon—Kathi breaks down Systemic HR in a refreshingly straightforward way. We're talking[...]

Join Michael in this engaging episode of DriveThruHR, where we dive into some of our personal EPIC HR conference highlights with Sara Vidoni of Businessolver. Sara shares trends and changing paradigms impacting the employee benefits industry. Tiffany Stevenson, Chief People Officer at WeightWatchers, discusses their cultural transformation, following founder values while making a major business shift to being a[...]

  Join us in this engaging episode of driveThruHR, where we dive into some of our personal EPIC HR conference highlights with Jason Seiden of Comfort Communications and Pete Schramm of Lattitude. Jason shares his personal story of learning how to deal with grief and some thoughts on how employers can help their people during these[...]

Join Michael VanDervort on the DTHR Podcast as he welcomes Jennifer Yugo, the Managing Director of Corvirtus, a leader in building remarkable workplace environments. This episode offers a deep dive into the transformative HR practices that are shaping modern businesses. Jennifer Yugo leads Corvirtus with a passion for crafting hiring processes, development tools, and retention[...]

🎙️ Join us on DriveThrHR as we dive into an enlightening discussion with Cerys Goodall, COO of Vetster, about the surprising and insightful parallels between the recent "Barbie" movie and today's corporate culture. 🌟 Episode Highlights: Breaking the Mold: Explore how "Barbie" challenges our perceptions of leadership and representation in the workplace.From Kendom to Inclusion:[...]

In this captivating episode of our podcast, join hosts Michael VanDervort and Robin Schooling as they dive into an extraordinary conversation with Marie Lobbezoo, sharing her unparalleled journey at McMurdo Station, Antarctica. Dubbed "The Penguin Episode," this installment takes you on an icy adventure to the most remote corners of the Earth. Marie opens up[...]

Our guest, Tracie Sponenberg, recently made the transition from corporate-to-consultant when she opened her own business to focus on providing services as a fractional Chief People Officer. Join us for this lively discussion as Michael and Robin talk with Tracie about when she knew it was “time” and the factors that went into her decision.[...]

Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort get together for another episode of Labor Relatedly to discuss the latest developments in labor relations. In this episode, they cover the most recent developments between Starbucks and Starbucks Workers United, the joint employer rules, and what's happening in the world of beer.   

While union rates have dropped in the last 40 years, 88% of Gen Zers approve of unions, and a perfect storm is brewing, leading to a likely increase in union organizing at a rate unseen in decades in 2024.  Michael VanDervort chats with Paul Glover. He's an expert on unions and predicts a surge of[...]

Welcome to 2024!  Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort are back with the very first show of the year on DriveThruHR. Today, they deliver another episode of Labor Relatedly that helps bring HR practitioners up to speed on the latest developments in labor and employee relations, including: Starbucks update: Lots are happening here, including possible new[...]

Rhea Moss, Global Head of Workforce and Customer Insights at iCIMS, is a self-professed data aficionado. In this episode of DrivethruHR, she chatted with host Robin Schooling about iCIMS' recent Monthly Workforce Report as we dove into what's measured (with some extra fun talking about time-to-fill) and a few other of Rhea's "favorite things." You[...]

In this episode, Robin and Michael chat with guest Chris Rollins - keynote speaker, community builder, and creator of Ripple Effect Leadership. Join us to learn about creating inclusive and high-trust environments, and the importance of continuous practice and self-improvement.  You can connect with Chris on LinkedIn or via the Ripple Effect Leadership site. 

Michael and Robin chat with Andrew Shatte’, Ph.D., Chief Knowledge Officer and co-founder of Boston-based meQuilibrium, on the impact of “doom loops” on employee and team productivity and how to take positive action to prevent and break cycles of doom. Here is a link to his Tedx talk.  

Michael and Robin are joined today by Carolyn Clark.  Carolyn is the VP of Employee Experience Strategy and Transformation at Simpplr, where she elevates the employee experience by driving innovation and revitalizing how employee communication is delivered. Prior to Simpplr, she led internal and HR communication at companies like Yahoo, Pandora, and GoDaddy. We discuss[...]

Join Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort for episode 16 of Labor Relatedly in which they discuss The Creature Comforts Brewery election outcome, Cemex bargaining orders, the new joint employer rules, and how the recent outcome of the UAW/Big 3 negotiations will impact labor relations trends heading into 2024. 

Co-hosts Robin Schooling as they chat with Ken Oehler, Senior Partner, Head of People Science, for RADICL.    Ken Oehler,, has a deep understanding of employee experience, and we discuss the role of leadership in creating a great work experience. On the show, we discuss: .RADICL and what they doThe STATE OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE REPORTThe main[...]

Join Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort for a discussion about how the NLRB is in the process of changing virtually all the rules governing labor law in the United States. We talk about the impact of the hugely impactful Cemex decision on the union election process, how they are changing employee protections related to protected activity in the[...]

Labor Relatedly Episode 14: Going to Orange Alert at the NLRB.  Happy Orange Thursday!    🔥 🔥 🔥 The American labor scene is poised for a seismic shift. All eyes are on the Cemex case at the NLRB, which could be the most radical change in labor law since the 1960’s.  As General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo’s 2022 brief indicated,[...]

Welcome to another exciting episode of DriveThruHR! Today, we're diving deep into the world of community building with Suzanne Lucas and  the dynamic team of moderators from the Evil HR Lady Facebook group. Ever wondered what it takes to run a thriving Facebook community? Or how being a moderator can boost your professional credentials? We've[...]

On this episode of Drive thru HR, Michael and Robin had the chance to chat with Ben Mones, CEO and Founder at Fama for a discussion about workplace misconduct, quality of hire, technology (yes – including “AI”) and the elevation of HR practitioners/professionals. Join us for this wide-ranging conversation about how companies (and HR professionals!)[...]

Michael chats with Krystal Speed of Your HR Strategist about her company and about her decision to relocate from Washington, DC, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, as a part of the Tulsa Remote Program, which provides incentives and support to digital nomads and remote workers who are willing to try living in Tulsa for a year. We discuss[...]

We had a wide-ranging discussion when Robin had the chance to sit down with executive HR leader par-excellence Tim Collins. In this wide-ranging and fascinating conversation, we discuss Tim’s career roles with P&G and IBM, contemplate the past, present and future of HR, and even do a little grooving with the O’Jays! p.s. pay particular[...]

Jon Hyman makes his long-awaited return to DriveThruHR when he joins Michael for another episode of Labor Relatedly, their first since May.   In this episode, they discuss  Jon's family vacation to Portugal, and his plans to possibly buy a home there, (not LR, but fun, and Mike can't wait to visit); The announced shutdown at[...]

Michael chats with Justin Harlan, Managing Director of Tulsa Remote. Tulsa Remote is a unique recruitment initiative aimed at attracting talented individuals to Tulsa. The program brings remote workers and digital nomads to the community by providing $10,000 in grants and numerous community-building opportunities. Each grant is distributed over the course of a year to eligible remote workers or[...]

Michael and Robin chat with Liz Wilke, Principal Economist, at Gusto to discuss what the most successful remote and hybrid-friendly SMBs are doing. Gusto’s team of economists published a report featuring data-backed insights from nearly 1,000 SMBs highlighting what the most successful remote and hybrid-friendly SMBs are doing, accompanied by recommendations for how businesses can improve their remote and hybrid[...]

Join Michael and Robin as they speak with McKinsey Senior Partner Patrick Simon, for a discussion about how business leaders can tackle the biggest challenges they are facing today. Patrick recently coauthored McKinsey’s latest global report on The State of Organizations 2023, which outlines the greatest challenges that impact an organization’s ability to attract and retain talent, work efficiently, and[...]

Michael and Robin sat down with Don Robertson, EVP/CHRO of Northwestern Mutual to discuss HR strategy and his approach, especially over the last several years. As the HR leader of this insurer and investment firm that consistently ranks among the country’s best places to work, Don expertly blends the human element of HR with sound-business decisions,[...]

Join us to chat with Will Rose, Chief Technology Officer at TalentSelect  AI, about AI and some developing regulations affecting its use. TalentSelect  AI is using artificial intelligence to streamline and improve traditional psychometric testing, helping talent acquisition professionals and recruiters to objectively understand and assess a candidate’s psychology, personality traits, and core skills. We discuss: The different[...]

DrivethruHR is pleased to announce the airing of a special 4-episode series - Introduction to HR Tech for HR Professionals. In episode 3 - Rollout and Adoption: Strategies for Successful Implementation  - Robin talks with Caleb Fullhart, SVP, Technology Consulting and Erin Perry, SVP, Solution Design and Implementation with Cielo about best practices for introducing new technology to an organization or community, including change[...]

Join Michael VanDervort and guest co-host Phil Wilson of The Labor Relations Institute as we discuss some weird Teamster organizing shenanigans involving Amazon in California, the impact of the Glacier Northwest decision by SCOTUS, Jennifer Abruzzo's latest overreach, and the nuances of negotiating with new unions at a large employer like Starbucks.  Click here for[...]

Listen to Michael Vandervort and Jon Hyman discuss labor relations issues of the day. On this episode, we discuss the continued expansion of union access onto employer private property being pushed by the NLRB via some recent Amazon decisions, the recent call by the President of Workers United for Starbucks to negotiate a national labor[...]

DrivethruHR is pleased to announce the airing of a special 4-episode series - “Introduction to HR Tech for HR Professionals.” In episode 2 - From Concept to Reality: Designing and Developing Technology Solutions - Robin talks with Caleb Fullhart, SVP, Technology Consulting with Cielo about what HR professionals should understand about the process of creating and refining[...]

DrivethruHR is pleased to announce the airing of a special 4-episode series - “Introduction to HR Tech for HR Professionals.” In episode 1 - Building Blocks: The Foundations of an HR Tech Stack – Robin talks with Caleb Fullhart, SVP, Technology Consulting with Cielo about the basic components and infrastructure necessary to build a successful[...]

Several members of the Humareso team recently attended Workhuman Live 2023 in beautiful San Diego and they have thoughts! Join our host Robin Schooling as she chats with her Humareso teammates John Baldino and Sarah Morgan about what they experienced, what they learned, and how they intend to take action. They'll laugh! They (may) cry![...]

Drive thru HR is at Workhuman's event - Workhuman Live - and Robin takes a few minutes for a quick update and overview after day 1. Follow the event with hashtag #WHLive2023.   

As CUE celebrates its 45th anniversary, Executive Director Elizabeth Huston shares insights on the organization's mission and vision for the future, as well as the agenda for the upcoming Spring conference in New Orleans with a theme of "Jazzing Up Employee Relations". The interview covers a wide range of topics, from the evolution of the[...]

Join Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort for another episode of Labor Relatedly (Episode 10) on the @DriveThruHR podcast. On this show, we will discuss: the impact of the recent NLRB decision that voids every severance agreement ever signed by anyone in history,provide the latest update on the status of union organizing at Georgia craft brewery[...]

Within the last 3 months both of our hosts (Michael and Robin) AND our guest, Mike Wood, all started new jobs in this vast eco-system we fondly call "HR." Join us for this "real-life" discussion about what we encountered during our different journeys including stories about Applicant Tracking Systems, the (often horrific) candidate experience, and[...]

Join Michael as he talks about Digital Transformation and Automation with Pari Natarajan, CEO at Zinnov, a global management and consulting firm with core expertise in globalization, product engineering, and digital transformation.  Pari consults with Fortune 500 companies on a wide range of HR matters and has helped them transform their businesses for the better amid an[...]

Today, Robin and Michael were joined on DriveThruHR by  Michael Ehret, Head of Global Talent Management at J&J.  We talked with Michael about his career journey and his philosophy of talent management, and his experience leading and bolstering HR at one of the world's largest pharmaceuticals. Some of the topics we discussed included: Career mapping and[...]

Jon and Michael are joined by Phil Wilson from the Labor Relations Institute to discuss the current union organizing campaign taking place at Creature Comforts Brewing Company in Athens, Georgia by the Brewing Union of Georgia.  The guys also touch on the rise of Startup labor unions, the vast and substantive differences between "union busting"[...]

Michael chats with Professor Lynne Vincent of the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University.  Lynne will share her expertise in the social psychology around union activity and the growing labor movement at warehouses. We talk about the Warehouse Worker Protection Act that was recently enacted in New York amd why Gen Z workers are joining unions[...]

Join Michael and Robin as we chat with Mark D'Agostino about fractional HR services and employee experience. Mark D’Agostino founded ConnectedHR in 2014 and currently serves as its President. Under his leadership, ConnectedHR has become one of the fastest-growing Human Resources consulting companies in NE Ohio. In 2022, the company launched ConnectedTALENT and ConnectedENTERPRISE –[...]

Michael and Robin speak with Jesse Meschuk, global career and HR expert, and Senior Advisor with Exequity, on how companies can navigate the pay transparency movement.  Jesse share tips on responding to the new legislation and thoughts on where we are going in days to come. California recently passed a new bill that requires companies to[...]

Welcome back to the 2023 season of @DriveThruHR. Today Jon and Michael open the year with episode 8 of our Labor Relatedly. Join us as we discuss non-compete agreements and the FTC, Neutrality agreements and unions in the tech industry, and why you may or may not want to hire a socialist Rhodes Scholar to[...]

Jon and Michael put a bow on 2022 with a discussion about recent NLRB developments, thoughts on selecting a labor attorney and what's to come in 2023.Check it out.

Michael and Jon sit down for another episode of Labor Relatedly on DriveThruHR when they discuss company dominated unions, decertification rules, and the latest developments at Starbucks and Amazon. 

Join Michael and Robin when they chat about stuff including Twitter, layoffs and the end of the world, amongst other stuff

Take yourself over to Google (and google Leadership Skills) and you’ll be served up a smorgasbord of content. Leaders, we are told, must be adept at relationship building, decision-making, conflict-management, etc. etc. etc. Necessary and needed? Absolutely.   But our guest on today’s show however strongly believes that necessary items in a leader’s toolkit are[...]

Listen to the Labor Relatedly Podcast Episode 5 with Jon Hyman and Michael VanDervort  on DriveThruHR. On this episode we discuss a trademark infringement lawsuit with a Medieval twist, Howard Schutz and his "Venti" fight against the Starbucks Workers Union, and the potential legal risks of using employee tracking technology in the workplace. #DTHR

Join us for a discussion with the Moderators of the Evil HR Lady Facebook Group (25k+ members!) as we discuss what it takes to moderate, manage and maintain control.  We'll discuss:  Stats on the group and the scope of what  is managed dailyWhy does your invite to the group get declined?What do the Mods look for[...]

Join Robin Schooling and Michael VanDervort as they catch up for the first time in quite a while.  We will discuss a few HR-related topics, including the intersection of recession, interest rates, and the housing market. We will look at dropping home prices due to remote work and layoffs, especially how they are impacting recruiters.[...]

Join Jon and Michael for another episode of Labor Relatedly on DriveThruHR as they discuss NLRB Joint Employer efforts, union organizing in minor league baseball, and a recent SHRM article that discusses how companies can benefit by partnering with unions.  We have some opinions on that.  Take a listen and hear what we had to[...]

Labor Relatedly Ep. 3 @MikeVanDervort and @jonhyman discuss labor relations issues of the day including major changes on Union logos rules by the NLRB, a big ALU union win, AB 257, and sectoral bargaining. 

Join Michael as he chats with Deb Muller, Founder and CEO of HR Acuity. We talked about the use of predictive analytics in employee relations, some of the trends and science around employee relations, unionizing in 2022, the  Empower-ER community which is a great online space to network with HR and ER practitioners, the ER Leader Roundtable,[...]

Join the hosts of DriveThruHr as we hold one of of our periodic host shows where we will talk about topics that have caught our interest lately including threats leveled against health care workers at Boston Children's Hospital providing heath care to transgender youth, Starbucks and their troubles with the NLRB, and employer free speech. 

Join Michael VanDervort and Jon Hyman as they discuss some of the latest developments in the currently hot Labor Relations space.  In this episode, we discuss the controversy surrounding the Deshaun Watson arbitration ruling, Chipotle writing a $20 million dollar to settle a wage and hour case in New York, how the Duty of Fair Representation[...]

Join Robin as she talks with Aaron Backman in this first episode of our DTHR series on “Modern Recruiting.”  Aaron and Robin discuss a host of issues related to engaging and recruiting talent (particularly tech talent) today including the importance of understanding/knowing recruiting capacity and talent availability. We explore candidate motivation and how to compete[...]

Join Michael as he talks to Nick Kalm, CEO of Reputation Partners as they discuss the things companies should be thinking about when it comes to Responding to a PR crisis in volatile times. In this episode, Nick provides some great insight into the elements of developing a response plan if your company should become embroiled in[...]

Join Michael VanDervort and Jon Hyman as they discuss some of the latest developments in the currently hot Labor Relations space.  This episode is the first featuring Jon as the Labor Relations Special Correspondent for @DriveThruHR.  Okay, so maybe it's just Jon and Michael sitting down for 45 minutes to talk labor relations, but we[...]

Join Robin and Michael as they chat with Karin Ophir Zimet, VP of People and Ops for Torq, an emerging cybersecurity leader offering a no-code automation platform for security teams, to talk about her approach to hiring. On the show, we discuss: How startup tech companies can avoid unstainable growth patterns that use financial growth plans[...]

 Michael and Robin recently chatted with Amanda Hahn, Interim CMO at HireVue about how the interview process has changed..  With many workers looking to shift jobs right now, Amanda shares her insights on what both job seekers and businesses need to know to navigate this new hiring landscape. Topics we covered included how job seekers can create the best[...]

Michael and Robin interview Savina Perez, co-founder and COO of L&D platform, Hone about how organizations can manage microaggressions without shaming. Savina speaks candidly, as a member of the Latinx and LGBTQ+ communities, about her own experiences with microaggressions and bias in and out of the workplace.  Savina has dedicated much of her professional life[...]

Join Michael as they chat with Rebecca Ray of the Conference Board as we discuss the evolving role of the CHRO in responding to crises and black swan events. On the show, we will discuss how: Going forward, CHROs will partner with C-suite colleagues and the board to help shape the company’s voice on social[...]

Join Michael and Robin when they catch up with Matt Charney, Talent Acquisition Community Leader, HR.com for the first time in forever.  No script, no rules 

Join Michael as they chat with Markus Neukom as they chat about how managers can regain personal time and enjoy a better work life balance Markus Neukom spent more than twenty years working with managers and professionals that are struggling to perform or progress in the workplace, many reaching the point they either reluctantly leave or[...]

Join Michael as they chat with Tom Short, Founder and Chief Customer Officer of Kudos when they discuss recognition in the hybrid world of 2022. Tom Short is the founder and Chief Customer Officer at Kudos®. Over the course of 25 years, Tom has used his passion for entrepreneurship and marketing to found several successful[...]

Join Michael and Robin when they chat with Dr. W. Jason Dunne, a leader in nursing education and is currently serving as Vice President of Operations at Arizona College of Nursing. According to the Arizona College of Nursing, with numerous campuses nationwide, we were faced with nurse burnout before the pandemic began. Now, taking Covid into consideration, it's even worse. Once a[...]

Join Michael (and maybe Robin) as they chat with Paul Hebert of Incentive Intelligence to discuss life, rewards, recognition, a love/hate relationship with social media, and possibly what's on the Friday night drink menu.  Enough said....IYKYK.

Join Michael as they catch up with an old friend on Friday. Michael will chat with Melissa Doolin-Koenhe, Vice President Of Business Development for Conscious Capitalism. Melissa is a strategic leader and top-ranked sales executive with 20+ years of building relationships and revenue. Skilled at working with executive teams and leaders advising and helping in becoming best-in-class[...]

Join us for a show with the DTHR hosts.  Open mic agenda but things we might discuss include drinking in the office, union organizing at Starbuck's, Amazon and Apple (!) and the crescendo of anti-gay and trans legislation that has been sweeping the nation.  Or, we may discuss dress codes and point systems. Listen in[...]

We ended the month of March by talking to Suzanne Lucas, the malevolent figure behind the Evil HR Lady brand as well as her evil minions Marie and Sara.  (Full disclosure: Michael is also a minion) We talked about... Who are Suzanne, Marie and Sara and what do they do when not being evil minions?Where[...]

Join the hosts as they chat with long time friend of the show Dave Ryan.   After nearly 45 years in the HR (and donut) trenches, Dave has retired from the corporate world and moved on to "retirement" by the glamorous consulting world. We will discuss the state of HR and how he is using a[...]

Join Michael as they discuss Life, Women, Training Your Brain and Finding Happiness with Molly Cantrell-Kraig, author of Circuit Train Your Brain - Daily Habits That Develop Resilience.  Meet Molly Cantrell-Kraig An author, media consultant, life coach and speaker, Molly Cantrell-Kraig has been recognized as one of CNN’s Visionary Women and profiled by the Christian Science Monitor, and the Shriver[...]

Join MIchael and Robin as they chat with Jon Hyman aka the Master of Workplace Schadenfreude . Jon is and attorney for Employers and Craft Breweries, an Employment Law Influencer, content creator at Ohio Employer Law Blog ohioemployerlawblog.com, and legal consigliere to craft beer brewers. OhioBeerLawyers.com • Norah and Dad Show Podcast Talks about #hr, #craftbrewing,[...]

Join Michael as they talk about the many recent developments in the area of Labor Relations with Peter List, editor of Labor Union News. On the show, we discuss the current leadership and direction of the NLRB, the potentially game-changing agenda of NLRB General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo, and the union organizing campaigns at Amazon and[...]

Gen X, Y and Z - Solving the Missing Links Join Michael on Valentine's Day when they chat with Loralyn Mears, PhD. Word Nerd. Science geek. Champion of the underserved. Social entrepreneur inspired by acts of kindness. An optimist & contrarian bent on living outside the box. Loralyn founded STEERus with the dream of making education[...]

Join Michael as they chat with Florence Sterlin about being a black woman leader and how her team successfully navigated the challenges of the pandemic by working together and using technology in partnership with Deltek to bridge the communication gaps and lead in new ways. Women of color account for only 4% of C-suite leaders and are[...]

In this new world of hybrid work, HR professionals are challenged with having to create effective return-to-work strategies, while advocating for health and safety, and ensuring an overall positive employee experience.  Join Michael as they talk with Elisabeth Giammona, HR Business Partner at Envoy about her experience developing hybrid work strategies and learnings from Envoy customers. [...]

Join Michael (and maybe Robin) as they chat with Jeanniey Walden, workplace expert at DailyPay) as she  provides insight on the Omicron variant, its impact on jobs and hiring, and the upcoming jobless claims.  On the show, we will discuss: The current state of employment If the Omicron variant will impact layoffs Companies’ struggle to find[...]

Join Michael as they chat with Laura Troyani, the lead researcher and author of the report  “The Great Resignation Research Report: What’s Really Driving American Employees To Give their Two Weeks’ Notice”, a new survey and report conducted by PlanBeyond, a Seattle-based market research and strategy firm that will be published on Tuesday, January 25th. The report uncovers some of[...]

No one ever imagined getting people to work in an office would become a huge employee relations issue. Join us Wednesday, Jan 19 as we discuss this issue with Andrew Morton, CEO of Bloom Health Partners.  Andrew Morton is a seasoned global technology executive with a track record of successfully building and running innovative companies.[...]

Michael does a solo show to end the year with a quick review of a LOT of labor relations developments Used as a humorous way of expressing farewell, used especially when a business closes, someone leaves a position, something is retired from the market, etc. The phrase comes from the title of the 1984 novel by Douglas Adams, in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series. r/antiwork uses the slogan "Unemployment for all, not just the rich!" Members of the subreddit are known as "idlers" in reference to the Protestant work ethic. Posts commonly criticize hustle culture[4] and share stories of employees' negative experiences[...]

Join Crystal, Dwane, Michael and Robin for our year end holiday show.  We will chat about the ghost of 2021 past, the ghost of 2021 present, and the ghost of 2022 future.  We will go a'wassialing, sip some Tom and Jerry's and remember auld lang syne. See you at noon central time on Wednesday, December[...]

Pronouns and Self-Definition: A Discussion Among Ourselves  (Episode 1601) December 7 is famously referred to as being " a date that will live in infamy", but it isn't because DTHR is doing a show on that day!  Join us and guest Katrina Kibben as we have a wideranging discussion about Pronouns and Self-Definition.  This isn't a lecture[...]

DriveThru HR Co-Hosts Crystal Miller Lay and Dwane Lay (yes, they're related!) make their return to the DriveThru after an extended summer break to discuss what's new and happening now in the world of HR and Talent Acquisition. It's fall, so of course Crystal has budget season and 2022 predictions for planning on the brain. 

Join Michael today as he talks to Fiona Jamison of Spring International to discuss the use of People data in solving potential business risk, including labor activity.  Fiona, tell our listeners about your self and what you do Give us a succinct definition of people data and how it can be used.Do companies try to predict[...]

Join us as we chat with Executive Recruiter Patricia Lenkov about gender identity as an area of company leadership which employers - particularly CEOs and boards - are far behind on. "A diverse board is not a talisman against every corporate miscalculation, but neither is the male, pale and stale boardroom a path to the next big thing,” writes[...]

Join Robin and Michael as they chat with HR consultant and fractional CHRO Kelley Rexroad of Krex Consulting.  Based in Tampa, Florida, Kelley is a Fractional/Interim CHRO and HR consultant helping businesses & people succeed through effective people strategies executed well. In here work, Kelley talks about #behavior, #coaching, #leadership, #humanresources, #communication and #workplaceculture. On the show[...]

Join Mike and Phil as they discuss the current state of labor law in 2021

Join Michael and Robin on 9/16 at 1 PM ET when they chat with Jessica Miller-Merrell of Workology to talk about the critical need to invest in training and development for HR and new managers.   With Covid, delivering training and keeping supervisory has become more complex and difficult. On the show, we will discuss: What is[...]

Join Michael today at 2 PM ET as he chats with Erin Diehl, Business Improv Edutainer, Failfluencer, and Professional Zoombie. Her mission in life is to develop teams and leaders through play, improv, and experiential learning. She is the founder and CEO (Chief Edutainment Officer) of professional development company, improve it!, a recovering perfectionist, and[...]

MIchael and Robin drop in from summer hiatus for a host show.  We'll chat about some stuff like Vax mandates, HR ladies committing felonies, and maybe dress codes.  Join us on 8/26 at 1 pm et.  

KellyOCG, a global talent solutions provider, recently released its 2021 Global Workforce Agility Report (you can access the full interactive report here) and 60% of surveyed executives acknowledged that the dramatic reshaping of the way we work will change how they manage talent, utilize technology, and support the wellbeing and productivity of their employees. Join us[...]

Join us when we talk about the stuff that came up this week 

Jonathan Kestenbaum from Talent Tech Labs joins us to talk about their technology ecosystem and other topics!

  The hosts and hostesses with the mostest. DTHR at night show where we will be talking about stuff including Netflix firings, how Covid literally killed the workforce, and other fun stuff including praying at work and listener feedback about politics. 

Join Michael and Robin as they discuss companies taking stands on social and political issues: the pressures they face from employees, and recommendations for addressing the pressures with Paul Washington, Executive Director, The Conference Board Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Center.   Related Research Under a Microscope: A New Era of Scrutiny for Corporate Political Activity Choosing Wisely:[...]

Productivity is up, but at what cost to employees? Robin Erickson, PhD, joins host Crystal Miller Lay on the DriveThru to discuss insights in the world of work coming out of the pandemic and the impact onworkers. This is one DriveThru HR you won't want to miss.  Robin is a Principal Researcher for The Conference Board, specializing in Human Capital. She[...]

Lisa Rokusek, Managing Director of Rokusek Recruits, has something that's been keeping her up at night:  "Tom Peters has a new book called Extreme Humanism," Lisa tells the DTHR team. "In an exchange asking us what it means to us in business, [she] answered: I see it as a move from a domination, comand/control mindset[...]

Chris Murdock of IQTalent Partners stops by to talk about successful partnerships and other topics.

  Join Robin, Dwane, Crystal, and Michael as they look back at the week in review and ruminate about HR developments that caught their eye this week.  

From the losses that come with entrepreneuralism to losses much more personal, Jason Seiden (@Seiden) of BRNDSTRM knows a thing or two about Grief. He'll be joining us Tuesday 6/22, Wednesday 6/23, and Thursday 6/24 for a special DriveThruHR series on grief and its place in Seiden's (and our) "profersonal" world. On Tuesday, we started with working through an operational[...]

Six degrees of separation is the idea that all people on average are six, or fewer, social connections away from each other. As a result, a chain of "a friend of a friend" statements can be made to connect any two people in a maximum of six steps. The 6 Degrees series with Michael VanDervort[...]

From the losses that come with entrepreneuralism to losses much more personal, Jason Seiden (@Seiden) of BRNDSTRM knows a thing or two about Grief. He'll be joining us Tuesday 6/22, Wednesday 6/23, and Thursday 6/24 for a special DriveThruHR series on grief and its place in Seiden's (and our) "profersonal" world. On Tuesday, we started with working through an operational[...]

From the losses that come with entrepreneuralism to losses much more personal, Jason Seiden (@Seiden) of BRNDSTRM knows a thing or two about Grief. He'll be joining us Tuesday 6/22, Wednesday 6/23, and Thursday 6/24 for a special DriveThruHR series on grief and its place in Seiden's (and our) "profersonal" world. In this episode, we're going to start with[...]

Marc Hutto of Reveal Global Intelligence stops by to discuss talent acquisition, partnerships, rescue dogs and more!

Shannon Pritchett, Head of Community at Evry1, powered by Hiretual, has a diverse background in community development and management, training, recruiting, sourcing, coaching and journalism. She joins DriveThru HR host Crystal Miller Lay on Evry1's LAUNCH DAY to talk about what's been keeping her up at night. Join us LIVE at 12p CT or catch the[...]

The hosts of DTHR are taking a look at what happened on the Drive-Thru and in HR each week. 

With the pandemic under control in the U.S., many employers say time to get back to work... but where are the workers? Cathy Missildine, Chief Human Resources Officer at Southeastrans, Inc., joins host Crystal Miller Lay on the DriveThru to discuss the state of worker availability post-COVID. Join us!        

In any given week, a lot happens but can we all agree Fridays should be fun? On Fridays, the DriveThru HR hosts Crystal Lay, Dwane Lay, Michael Vandervort, and Robin Schooling will get together (sometimes all, sometimes some) to talk about the events of the week. With these four, it should be fun. Join us!

  Join Michael and Robin on 6/3/2021 as they talk with Katherine Zitterbart (aka Katie Z.), a former HR professional now running a sex-positive counseling and yoga practice.  We will explore how a stint in HR helped Katherine develop her practice and more. Katie is a no-touch facilitator of practices that help to cultivate compassion,[...]

Join Michael and Robin as we chat with Kari Davidson of AFIMAC Global to discuss how to respond to business interruptions including strikes and other types of work stoppages. At AFIMAC, Kari assists clients of all sizes and in every industry, including many Fortune 500 corporations, plan for and execute business continuity response strategies for plant closures, labor[...]

In any given week, a lot happens but can we all agree Fridays should be fun? On Fridays, the DriveThruHR hosts Crystal Lay, Dwane Lay, Michael Vandervort, and Robin Schooling will get together (sometimes all, sometimes some) to talk about the events of the week. With these four, it should be fun. Join us!

Join Michael and Robin when we chat with Sex and Intimacy Coach Kendra Holliday.   Kendra is an empowering and enlightening resource for adults seeking to learn more about the delicious complexities of human sexuality.. Her professional consulting website describes the non-traditional therapy and areas of interest and expertise Kendra calls upon to help people learn more about[...]

Martin Burns is the Editor-in-Chief for Recruiting News Network, a site dedicated to keeping the pulse on the goings-on and pulse of the recruitment industry. He also serves as HireClix’s in-house technology “geek” and copywriter, regularly with major HireClix clients on recruitment initiatives. He also founded, and co-admins, the popular Facebook group Talent Product Plays, focused on[...]

In any given week, a lot happens but can we all agree Fridays should be fun? On Fridays, the DriveThruHR hosts Crystal Lay, Dwane Lay, Michael Vandervort, and Robin Schooling will get together (sometimes all, sometimes some) to talk about the events of the week. With these four, it should be fun. Join us!

CEOs and business leaders today must be skilled at more than making a profit. They should be industry thought leaders, savvy at all things digital, expert communicators with employees, media, and investors, and sharply attuned to political issues. Alongside new facets of the job, demand for diversity and inclusion has put more focus on promoting[...]

Laura Mazzullo is the Founder and Owner of East Side Staffing, a boutique recruitment firm focused on the placement of Human Resources professionals. She works with Executives and CHROs to find the talent and she works (extnsively) with HR professionals from all specialties and backgrounds as a coach, partner and adviser as they navigate their[...]

You may know him as a #HRPuckhead, but Josh Rock @jrock96 is so much more! With more than 17 years of experience in the Recruitment, Social Media & Marketing/Sales industries, he's uniquely positioned to take on the topic of Marketers v Recruiters in Talent Acquisition with hosts Crystal Miller Lay @theonecrystal and Dwane Lay @dwanelay. Sure to[...]

Thoughts on the week and a look ahead to what's coming up.

Join Host Crystal Miller Lay (@theonecrystal) with guest Alex Her (@alexhawj7) on the DriveThru as we talk about people issues related to talent attraction, Employer Brand, and more! Who is Alex Her, you may ask? He's a top-notch content marketing, game-changing, employer brand strategist focused on providing the highest level of service to organizations committed to providing equitable[...]

In any given week, a lot happens but can we all agree Fridays should be fun? On Fridays, the DriveThruHR hosts Crystal Lay, Dwane Lay, Michael Vandervort, and Robin Schooling will get together (sometimes all, sometimes some) to talk about the events of the week. With these four, it should be fun. Join us!

On May 4th, Jenn Tharp, VP of Strategy at Joveo, and Crystal Miller Lay (DTHR co-host) talked about the Basecamp debacle that led to the mass exodus of 21 (and counting?) of their 58 employees. Together, they wandered the myriad of related HR issues but couldn't get through it all! So they're back again to talk[...]

If you have opened Twitter, a newspaper or let's be real, your news app of choice, you've likely heard about the mass exodus at Basecamp last week.  If not, read it here.  Jenn Tharp will be joining Crystal on DriveThruHR to talk about this event, what may have been going on and the forward implications from an[...]

Join Robin and Michael as we speak with Elizabeth Goss who is a leading immigration attorney and founder of Goss Associates, focused on helping immigrants obtain temporary and permanent visas.  We will discuss: How has the pandemic affected work visas in the U.S? Why is it It’s harder than ever to obtain talent? What is the impact on the[...]

Join Michael and Robin on 4/28/2021 when they discuss Employee Resource Groups and how to make them more effective with Cassie Whitlock, director of HR at software company BambooHR. An answer for workplace inclusivity in the past has often been affinity groups or employee resource groups (ERGs). Need more women in leadership or initiatives more LGBTQ+ friendly? Make[...]

Annie Lin, VP of People for Lever, joins us for a discussion about connecting your company’s DE&I priorities with action. In this wide-ranging discussion, Annie shares some tips for reducing bias in hiring, explains why it’s vital for companies to acknowledge employees’ gender identities, and offers practical tips if you’re wondering “where to start.”  Join[...]

Join Michael and Robin when they chat with Bill GIanoukos, CEO of Goodpath as we discuss why common chronic conditions like back pain and digestive issues are often a very big missing of common benefit plans.  Goodpath is a digital integrative care provider that’s working with companies and HR teams to provide better benefits to employees at a low cost for companies. [...]

Join Michael and Robin as we speak with Ashley Brundage, author of the new book Empowering Differences.  Ashley T Brundage is the Founder and President of Empowering Differences. While seeking employment at a major financial institution, she self-identified during the interview process as a male to female transgender woman and subsequently was hired. She was[...]

Cornelia Gamlem & Barbara Mitchell. Authors of The Big Book of HR have a new book -  They Did What? Unbelievable Tales from the Workplace. Filled with captivating and occasionally irreverent stories, this book casts a light on human behavior, explores how bad behavior manifests itself fin the workplace, and highlights what HR professionals and[...]

Wayne Crawford, Ph.D, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington whose primary research interests include work-life issues, identity work, leadership and dyads and quantitative research methods. Join us for a chat,  drawn from Dr. Crawford’s research, about the interplay between work time, family-time, (the work-life interface) and the impact of friend[...]

It's been just over a month since President Biden took office and, as expected, issues related to the workplace. labor relations and HR are front-and-center.  Join us for today's show as Michael and Robin discuss the minimum wage, OSHA and activities on the labor/organizing front.    

John serves as Director for Business Career Management bringing with him over 13 years of recruitment and talent management experience. He is responsible for developing new relationships with companies that might have an interest in establishing a college relations/college recruiting program with the College of Business.  John has a BBA from FIU, an M.S. in[...]

Talking cancel culture including MyPillow guy, Goya guy and historical figures on the side of red and blue.

Join Michael and Robin as we chat with our buddy Jay Kuhns. On the call we will discuss the start of the NHL season, the state of the state,  and the impact a Biden administration may have on the workplace and employment issues around the recent conflict at the Capitol. Also social media and coffee[...]

Join Michael and Robin as they chat with Patrick Brandt, president of Shiftsmart and co-founder of Get Shift Done, on DriveThru We will discuss: Get Shift Done, in response to hospitality workers losing their jobs during the pandemic.  How they helped hospitality workers registered with Shiftsmart by millions of dollars to pay the displaced hospitality workers to work at the Food[...]

Join Robin and Michael on Tuesday, January 6 when we will discuss some of the labor and employment law changes that HR pros will deal with in 2021 as the Biden administration takes the reins. Our guest is labor law counselor and employment adviser David Pryzbylski is diligently focused on achieving the right result for[...]

Well, it's the 2020 Holiday season which is something mere mortals should not have to endure.  If you have grievances (work-related or otherwise), join Michael VanDervort, Robin Schooling and Paul Hebert for a morning-after-Festivus show.     

This year, of course, will go down in the books; a raging global pandemic, the US POTUS who refuses to concede his loss of the election, and the need for action (not just chatter) for justice and equality. Folks working in Human Resources have been busy - and if they previously sat on the sidelines[...]

Join Michael and Robin as they talk with Kevin Corliss, the founder and CEO of Roots, an employee-friendly HR management platform designed to help businesses better monitor and engage their workforces. Kevin's vision for Roots is to help all companies create environments where their employees can flourish. Prior to founding Roots, Kevin was a growth[...]

Join Michael and Robin when they discuss Re-Tooling Your Talent Acquisition Strategy with Carol McDaniel. In a year like none other, the entire ecosphere of employment turned upside down in an instant.  This means that with zero time to plan "The Season for TA Transformation" is here.  Carol will provide meaning tips on retooling your TA strategy[...]

Today’s the day. In the US we’ll be determining the trajectory of the country for not just the next 4 years but for the long-term. That’s the truth. For HR professionals this election year, culminating in Election Day, has been one filled with challenges, uncertainty and, for some, action. Join us for a wide-ranging conversation[...]

Join DTHR host Michael VanDervort to discuss the 2020 Election Impact on Labor Policy with Labor Relations expert Phil Wilson.  Differences in policy Trump/Biden NLRB rollback of policies from Obama PRO Act and what it would mean mandatory arbitration and other elements that HR people won't be familiar with a conservative view on labor unions[...]

There’s always an inordinate amount of ‘stuff to get done’ when one is an HR leader and the year 2020 has only upped-the ante.  Join us for a reality-based chat with our guest Chip Weatherbee, Sr Labor Relations Specialist, to discuss “all things HR” (and maybe a little bit about sports, racial justice and what[...]

2020 has seen massive changes to the way we live and how we get our jobs done. And, right now, it seems difficult to picture what the future of work will look like in a post COVID-19 world. The Sapient Insights team recently completed its 23rd Annual HR Systems Survey. For this 2020/2021 survey report, new questions[...]

While gig work has been on the upswing over the last decade, there surely seems to be an acceleration towards this model of work: especially for those working in the talent space (HR, Sourcing, Recruiting, Benefits, etc.). Join us for a chat with our guest Chris Russell, Managing Director of RecTech Media and “Chief Lancer”[...]

Join Michael and Robin as they chat with Vern Howard on what it was like raising venture capital as a black founder, his actionable insights for founders like him, and his views on “diversity washing” and what companies can do to avoid it.  He is the CEO and founder of Hallo — a diversity recruiting platform that helps connect college[...]

Join Michael and Robin as we start working on our next 1500 episodes when we talk about men and women in the workplace with David G. Smith PhD, and Brad Johnson PhD. Evidence reveals that the #MeToo movement has not been a catalyst to move men to action in their organizations, but rather it has instead[...]

The Workhuman revolution is founded on 3 principles: Thank: expressing authentic gratitude for someone’s work effort or positive behavior to develop, deepen, and nurture connections throughout the organizationTalk: Encouraging one another – through continuous performance management – with in-the-moment, honest, and helpful feedback to align individuals and teams toward common goals.Celebrate: Building community and authentic[...]

Robin had a discussion with our guest, David Shar, about workplace burnout . The founder of Illuminate PMC, David is a keynote speaker, consultant, and trainer specializing in helping organizations improve their leadership and culture, combat burnout, and design meaningful work. David combines decades of leadership experience with the latest psychological research to help you attract,[...]

It's our 1,500th episode! Join co-hosts Michael and Robin as they discuss this week's events.

Laurie Ruettimann, Speaker | Author | Podcaster | Badass, shares some #SnackableHR.  

Join Drive thru HR co-hosts Michael VanDervort and Robin Schooling for a final #SnackableHR moment as we get ready for our 1,499th episode! (and 1,499 +1 = 1,500 shows!) 

Caleb Fullhart, CEO with Peridus Group, shares some #SnackableHR.

Vadim Liberman, Liberace of HR | Editor at TLNT and ERE.net, shares some #SnackableHR Vadim Liberman is editor of ERE.net and TLNT and the self proclaimed Liberace of HR. He's a workplace renegade advancing how we think, work, and live. He has previously worked as a strategy consultant to HR and recruiting tech companies at[...]

Kim Seals, Senior Partner with Outlander Labs, shares some #SnackableHR.

Mary Ellen Slayter, CEO at Rep Cap Media, shares some #SnackableHR. 

Mike Wood, Industry Marketing Manager with Workhuman, shares some #SnackableHR.

Jo Weech, Head of People and Talent at Exemplary Consultants, shares some #SnackableHR. Jo Weech enjoys assisting companies excel in recruiting and retention, infusing enthusiasm into strategy and execution. Speaking engagements include HR/Recruiting conferences and career transition groups. Jo has a passion to see the eradication of as many hiring biases as possible during the[...]

Gerry Crispin, Principal & Co-Founder of CareerXroads, shares some #SnackableHR.

Mark Stelzner, Founder/Managing Principal at IA, shares some #SnackableHR. 

Katrina Kibben, CEO and Founder of Three Ears Media, shares some #SnackableHR. 

John Baldino, President of Humareso, shares some #SnackableHR.

DriveThru HR’s next #snackableHR moment is… Imperfect Organizations: a Lesson from Beirut with show guest Jamie Griffin. Jamie is the founder of Consult to Grow, a restaurant strategy firm that advises restaurant owners on scaling systems, processes, and people to grow sales, profits, and geography. In today’s moment, Jamie shares quick stories from life, working in a high[...]

Elena Valentine, CEO/Co-Founder with Skill Scout, shares some #SnackableHR.

Jackye Clayton, DE&I Management Consultant and HR Tech Geek, shares some #SnackableHR

Katee Van Horn, CEO of VH Included Consulting, shares some “#SnackableHR.

Listen to the latest #SnackableHR episode when Terry Dunn of Positive Management Leadership shares insights on the Math of Leadership Leadership Modeling for Effective Managers™ Turn Good People into Better Leaders Leadership Modeling for Effective Managers™ is a series of short workshops designed to build better Leaders by sharpening their communication, motivation, conflict management, and[...]

Happy Labor Day Weekend, and the end of the first-week extravaganza we are calling #SnackableHR.  These are short episodes offering up one HR tip or idea from friends of the show. We are doing a show in this format on weekdays throughout September.  On October 1, we will be airing episode 1500 of DriveThruHR, and[...]

Heather Kinzie, COO at The Strive Group, shares some #SnackableHR.

Robin Schooling, co-host of DrivethruHR and Managing Partner for HR + People Strategy with Peridus Group, shares some #SnackableHR.

Christina Wang has a few things to say about HR’s future; the systems, the structure AND the mindset of practitioners. With her penchant for driving change and fighting for justice, Christina proudly wears the badge of “HR Rebel.” Join us for a lively discussion with Christina as we discuss both her personal journey through corporate[...]

Join Michael and Robin as we discuss the personal and professional costs of Elder Care in the workplace with Larry Nisenson of Genworth Financial.   We will discuss how employers can help their employees address a mounting issue facing human resources executives today. Corporate America should brace itself for a potential “Caregiver Benefit Crisis” that threatens to impact[...]

Sarah Morgan (HR Leader | Consultant | Blogger | Podcaster) is one of the leading voices in HR who has long been at the forefront of our discussions about diversity, inclusion and equity. In addition to providing resources via her blog, The Buzz on HR, and her podcast, Leading in Color, Sarah will be hosting[...]

Covid-19, obviously, has brought us social distancing and the elimination, for now, of large-gatherings. Numerous local, regional and global HR events have either been outright cancelled, or, in some cases, moved online with great success. And as we’ve adjusted to learning and socializing (ahem ...”networking”) in new ways, we can’t help but wonder – what[...]

For 122 straight nights (over the last number of months), Bill Boorman spent his time cooking, feeding and providing care, compassion and supplies to the homeless (rough sleepers) in his village of Northhampton, England. Now, as conditions have changed, he’s switched what he's doing - but STILL doing quite a bit with the Northampton Hope Centre! Bill[...]

Join Michael as he speaks with  Domm Holland, CEO and co-founder, of Fast on how Fast is using flexibility to keep their workforce engaged during the C19 era. On the show, we will discuss: How Fast recently introduced a flexible work plan for employees called Fast Flex, which gives employees the freedom to choose where they[...]

Michael will be talking with Rob Chesnut, author of Intentional Integrity: How Smart Companies Can Lead an Ethical Revolution, about to talk about ethics in a post-COVID workplace or integrity during times of crisis. Rob recently left his position as chief ethics officer of Airbnb but continues to consult in this area with Airbnb, eBay, Chegg, and[...]

Join Michael on the Friday lunch edition of Drive Thru HR when he will be talking HR With  Kris Dunn aka The HR Capitalist We will discussing some NBA, some of KD's book and where the Talent market is heading...or not.  And of course, it wouldn't be a conversion with KD unless you talk a[...]

Join Michael and guest Nick Kalm, founder and President of the Chicago-based communications consulting firm Reputation Partners. Over the past 30+ years, Nick has worked with hundreds of leading corporations, non-profits, and academic organizations and their leadership teams to enhance, protect, and restore their reputations. With a hybrid background that includes leadership roles at multinational[...]

Organizational and HR Leaders have faced some challenging times over the last several months while navigating the turbulent waters of “work in the time of a global pandemic.” In addition to business continuity and sustainability they’ve had to reflect and review (continuously) how they’re putting their VALUES into action. This year, more than ever before,[...]

Success in today’s business environment means working differently; top-down, bureaucratic, hierarchical organizations are dead (and dying!) while trust and agility have taken center stage. Making an organizational shift to a new way of working, while not easy, can become EASIER when HR professionals influence their organizations by understanding various components of this transformation including purpose,[...]

Year after year numerous Canadians further their careers when they move and work in the US (thanks TN visa!). Due to current events however, some of these “plans” have been put on hold and it’s causing consternation for both employees AND employers. Join us for a chat with our guest Tim Baker, HR consultant/adviser and[...]

There’s the practice of HR in large corporate enterprises and then there’s the practice of HR in small/mid-sized business or start-ups. While both offer exceptional opportunities to do “great HR,” there’s something about the multi-hat-wearing creativity and boot-strappin’ HR that often occurs in smaller (or newer!) companies. Join us for a chat with our guest[...]

Compensation design (“how should we PAY and REWARD these people?”) is often one of those areas of people management that seems to be a mix of art-and-science. And NOW, in the Covid-19/POST Covid-19 world of work, it’s become even more complex. Join us for a chat with our guest Bonni Titgemeyer, Managing Director at The[...]

HR is changing and evolving at an accelerated pace, moving from the staid and ordinary into a more progressive era. Or so we like to think.  For while the “work” may be evolving, we have to wonder if HR leaders/professionals simultaneously evolving? Join us for a discussion with HR professional – and involved community leader/activist[...]

Join us this Thursday evening 5/28/2020 at 8 PM ET as MIke and Robin welcome legendary DriveTHruHR co-host William Tincup back to the show.  We will be talking about a bunch of stuff, but you'll have to tune in to hear where we go.  Please feel free to call in at (516) 387-1968 if you[...]

Join Robin and Mike as we chop up employee relations issues during the time of Covid-19.   Call in at (516) 387-1968 to join in the fun!

Join us Thursday, May 14, 2020, as we talk about elevating your organizational culture through actionable Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Katie Zink. (she/her) We will discuss: What is actionable DEI?How does your work help organizations?How has COVID-19 affected your business and the work of other DEI practitioners?What's the current landscape or trends of DEI[...]

Join Michael and Robin as we catch up with Mary Faulkner on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 8 PM ET. We will be discussing getting a new puppy, dogs at work, the dearth of summers films and what we might do to fill the vacuum, and what consultants are doing during the Covid-19 shutdown.  We'll[...]

Join Michael and Robin as we chat with Rebecca Ray, Executive Vice President, Human Capital of The Conference Board on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 1 PM ET to discuss developing a plan for returning to work from Covid-19.  As Human Resource leaders begin planning for the gradual reopening of the economy, they and their teams face a[...]

After taking a week off, Michael and Robin are back with DriveThruHR Quarantini Episode #5.  We are thrilled to be chatting with John Sumser and Heather Bussing of HR Examiner.  Join us at 8 PM ET/ 7 PM CT/ 5 PM PT on Tuesday, May 5th.  This will be a fun and wide-ranging conversation covering[...]

DriveThruHR with Jon Hyman Join Michael and Robin as we speak with Jon Hyman, Master of workplace schadenfreude, Limiter of Employer Liability, Attorney, author of the Ohio Employer Law Blog, and Dad to two rock stars.  Our topic will be the virtual onslaught of new laws and legislation that has come out in the past 4 weeks in[...]

Join Michael and Robin for another special Thursday night Quarantini episode #3 with Taylor Bradley, Director, HRBP of Global Product Development at Datto Inc. Taylor is also a former firefighter, paramedic, and hazardous materials technician who transitioned into HR. He served as the first-ever dual paramedic/talent acquisition partner for Princess Cruise Lines and was RMI's first HRBP[...]

We did a show last week where we checked with our HR community during this time of separation.  The response was so good that we are going to do shows on Thursday night as a way to keep us connected.  The format will be a little different.  We will do a one hour show - 30[...]

HR professionals are, it goes without saying, spending the vast majority of their time stewarding their teams and organizations through the impact of COVID-19; ensuring their employees are safe, focusing on business continuity, and facing the difficult challenges of furloughs and layoffs, But day-to-day HR responsibilities still continue and there are things that we can’t[...]

Are you going stir crazy yet? Sheltering in place has changed everything, including the ability to meet friends for drinks.  DriveThruHR wants to help with that.  Grab the beverage of your choice and join Robin and Michael for a live conversation on DriveThruHR and a twitter backchannel at #DTHR.  We will talk about anything but[...]

This week, we are beginning to see the potential economic impacts of the coronavirus resulting from travel restrictions, event cancellations, and the need to prioritize employees’ health while still maintaining some semblance of “business as usual”. Join Robin and Michael as we talk with Courtney Harrison, CHRO of OneLogin on how organizations can prepare, drawing[...]

Join Robin and Michael as they talk to Craig Lemasters about how business people often get "stuck" in their daily work and how you can get unstuck.  On the show, we will discuss: What elements of the macro business landscape cause organizations to get stuck? How do you know if you’re stuck? What are some[...]

Join us Tuesday as Mike and Robin chat with leadership expert Adrian Gostick, the New York Times bestselling author of The Best Team Wins, The Carrot Principle, and All In (w. coauthor Chester Elton) In their new book LEADING WITH GRATITUDE: Eight Leadership Practices for Extraordinary Business Results (HarperBusiness, March 3, 2020), they explore why[...]

100 years ago, in the 1920’s, there was a great time of economic prosperity; GNP growth in the US was strong and unemployment fell into the range of 2% - 5%. The stock market crash in 1929, and the resulting Great Depression, changed all that. Out of the Roaring 20’s came a lot of change.[...]

Ted Bauer describes himself as “the Pied #Piper Of No-Bullshit Work Viewpoints,” and he has opinions! A prolific writer, Ted muses aloud over at The Context of Things, drives conversations on Twitter, has a podcast called “The Blunder Years,” and posts regularly on LinkedIn and other channels – and he has a definite viewpoint about[...]

If you spend any time following HR trends, news and updates via social channels (Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.) then you know our guest Kate Bischoff. She's an HR professional, an employment law attorney and an adjunct professor of HR compliance and she ALWAYS has something to say. Join us as we discuss some of the latest[...]

HR professionals are often (or should be) the conscience of their organizations; serving as a guide while promoting appropriate and ethical behavior. Sometimes though the road is rocky and HR professionals misstep - whether through ignorance or, sadly, through indifference. Join us for a provocative conversation with Janine Truitt (@MzJanineNicole) of Talent Think Innovations as we discuss[...]

In the world of Talent Acquisition (and attraction!), providing a clear and compelling message to candidates has never been more critical for organizations that want to differentiate themselves.  Join us for a lively and informative discussion with Elena Valentine of Skill Scout  when we discuss the foundations of effective storytelling and explore how the use of[...]

Join Michael and Robin as we discuss how health insurance costs businesses nearly $20,000 per employee, crushing the bottom lines of small businesses and putting a cap on wages that should be going up in the booming economy. Chad DeFriece, a general manager at In-Line Packaging Systems Inc., a small North Charleston, SC manufacturing company, was sick of[...]

Join 50% of the #DTHR crew (Michael and Robin) for our final show of the year (BYOE). Bring your own eggnog that is. We'll be talking the end of 2019, and also the end of a decade.  We'll be looking back on what the last ten years have meant for the human resources community, and where the[...]

Join us as Robin and Mike talk with Micole Garatti about the increased growth of influencer marketing in the HR space and where we are headed.  Micole Garatti is a big picture, strategic thinker who helps HR technology companies build third-party marketing programs. She’s the founder of SocialMicole.com, the author of The Most Inclusive HR Influencer List, and[...]

Join us as Robin and Mike talk with Pam Culpepper of Have Her Back about Gender Equity in the workplace. As the two-year anniversary of the #Metoo movement arrives, only 15% of women believe that the movement has had an impact on their workplace, career, and opportunities in general, according to a nationwide survey conducted by Have[...]

As we celebrate Thanksgiving this week in the US we see it all around us: the "tension" between our wants and desires as consumers and our wants and desires as employees. Join this special chat when our hosts discuss: when "Black Friday" becomes a holiday for some (but not all)our need for speed and the impact[...]

Scroll through most any message board or FB group where people gather to discuss work and HR topics and you’ll see the question “what can we do to ‘fix’ our culture.”  But it’s not so much a question of “fixing” as it is about understanding.... isn’t it?   Join Robin and Mike as they chat with Damon Klotz, Work Culture Evangelist[...]

Today we're doing a bit of a throwback episode to the #DTHR vibe back in the early days (circa 2010 - 2012) when the host, with or without a guest, would pull up the news from within the people/talent/HR realm and dive into the details.  Join Robin and Mike as we chat about: the settlement announced by the EEOC[...]

Mark joins Dwane to look back at Unleash and look ahead at technology trends.

SplashBI is an HR Focused reporting tool.  They were kind enough to stop by at Unleash19 to chat a bit!

Join us as Robin and Mike talk with Mark Kluger about employment law issues employers are dealing with today and some potential answers to questions including  Should employers give gig workers benefits if they ask for them? Where the island of Digital is actually located, and why employers should know the answer to that question. New York harassment[...]

Thanks to the #Unleash19 conference in Paris, we were able to join a Q&A with Sir Bob Geldof.  With a long career of driving change through music and performance, Geldof has become an icon in the entertainment industry.  In this Q&A, we hear his views on music, the world, and what drives change.

China talks to us about the #Unleash19 Paris event and what's to come in 2020.

There’s a cliché which, as with many clichés, has some modicum of truth ---- HR professionals are the least prepared for the hiring process. As candidates they don’t have updated resumes and lack self-awareness. When hiring their “own” (i.e. another HR professional) they have unrealistic expectations and over-think the process. These two sides collide and[...]

HR leaders have experienced a seismic shift as the role of the human resources leader has evolved to one that is truly collaborative and advisory. Long gone are the days when HR merely showed up, ticked off the boxes, and called it a day. (because yes...those days did exist....). Join us as Robin and Mike[...]

Lane Sutton is a marketing and employer brand strategist, speaker, recent graduate and Recruitment Marketing team at what he calls a  "humble retailer you may have heard of."  What drives him? A passion for building relationships, making marketing lovable, spreading inbound to recruiting, the consumer experience, and connecting people with brands through content, strategy, and telling a story. Lane[...]

Rayanne Thorn Krueger joins us to talk about working with vendors, and why HR Practitioners are so important to their success.

Katrina Kibben, CEO of Three Ears Media, joins Crystal and Dwane on the DriveThru.  Katrina teaches recruiters to be better writers. That whole "best in class" thing? Katrina helps your team create it through custom training, assessments and content creation services that help hiring leaders understand how to tell the story and translate employee voices into[...]

This week, we take a look at automation and communications, as well as taking a look back at HR Tech 2019.

Join Crystal as she talks to Steven Rothberg, Founder of COLLEGE RECRUITER.  Steven’s entrepreneurial spirit was evident from an early age. Disciplined in fifth grade for selling candy during math class and in college for running a massive fantasy hockey league (who maintains a friendly rivalry with DTHR Co-Host Dwane Lay), Steven managed to channel his passions into[...]

HR practitioners love hockey.  At least the ones on this show do!

Join Michael as he talks to Juliana Stancampiano, author of RADICAL OUTCOMES.  Julianna is an entrepreneur and the CEO of Oxygen. For more than fifteen years, she has worked with Fortune 500 companies, both in them and for them. Her firm’s clients include Microsoft, DXC, Delta Dental (of WA), Starbucks, F5 Networks, Avaya, and Western Digital, among others.[...]

Join us for today's timely conversation about whistleblowers and investigations. 

Working in human resources we often (OK – ALL the time) seem to be talking about the employee experience – but what does that look like in action? How, when and why do things like trust, and cultural values play a part?  And while HR has a role to play in enabling and nurturing a[...]

Looking at Continuous Feedback Technology through the lens of HR Technology.  How realistic is it for a business to deploy this kind of feedback loop, what does the technology look like to support it, and what does the data tell us about the model's effectiveness?

Bryan Chaney is the head of Employer Branding for Indeed and the founder of Talent Brand Alliance (TBA).  Join host Crystal Miller Lay as they talk about the difference between employer branding and talent branding (is there one?), TBA's upcoming conference in London, and what's keeping him up at night.

If you've ever been to the #HRTech conference, chances are you've seen Jeanne Achille at work (and maybe didn't even know it!).  Founder and CEO of The Devon Group, she's worked with some of the biggest names, and conferences, in HCI.  Join hosts Crystal & Robin as Jeanne talks about how to get the most out of[...]

Are all recruiters, and recruiting functions, created equal? Of course not. Recruiting teams, after all, are filled with individuals with varying backgrounds, beliefs and...yes...biases. On today’s episode Robin will dive into a lively conversation with Keirsten Greggs, Founder of Trap Recruiter, as we discuss (*) how recruiters impact and influence company culture/brand (*) what happens[...]

Join Michael as he talks health insurance alternatives with Shane Foss, CEO of Hooray Health. With over 20 years of tenure as an executive in the medical industry, Shane Foss became frustrated with how under-served Americans were with the current healthcare options. He set out to make a change and in 2018 achieved this goal[...]

HR leaders at the edge of transformation.

The Association of Talent Acquisition Professionals (ATAP) was founded in 2016 to develop a body of unified educational, ethical and measurement standards, advocate on issues that impact those in our profession, and build a global community of inspired and informed professionals. And in celebration of those who choose TA as their profession, ATAP created "Global TA Day,"[...]

You’ve sourced and screened. Your candidate has endured (perhaps) multiple interviews and (hallelujah) you’ve extended an offer. But now you wait and wonder “will they accept it?” Join us for a chat with Jackye Clayton, Director of Customer Success with Hiring Solved, when we discuss taking a candidate on the journey from “applied” to “accepted.”[...]

Imagine you’re an HR Leader adding something new to your HR Tech stack.; you’ve selected something you believe is “best in class,” you’ve made it through the implementation, you’ve trained the users and, finally, you’ve gone “live.”  Job done. Or is it? Join us for a lively conversation with Jeremy Ames, CEO of Hive Tech[...]

Every HR professional has their own (personal) philosophy of what the practice of human resources entails and they use that to define their primary purpose. Some view their most important responsibility to be the compliance expert (i.e. “policy police”). Others consider their role as the organizational culture and engagement champion to be at the fore-front.[...]

The beauty of doing a live show? Sometimes our guests have last minute conflicts. But not to worry - Mike and Robin spend some time talking about a people-centered culture, allowing employees to co-create the employee experience, and challenges faced by HR professionals eager to "transform" their organizations.  @RobinSchooling @MikeVandervort @DrivethruHR

The Mission of MFHA is to bring the economic benefits of diversity and inclusion to the food and hospitality industry by building bridges and delivering solutions. MFHA commits to delivering more connections and opportunities to build its Members’ Cultural Intelligence to effectively engage multicultural employees, customers, and communities. Join Michael as he talks with Gerry[...]

Back in February of 2010, Drive thru HR was launched as a daily - yes DAILY! – radio show discussing all things HR related. (Were people even using the term “podcast” in 2010? I’m not quite sure.......) Over the years there have been various formats, broadcast schedules and hosts but one thing that has remained[...]

“Fifty-three percent of people have left jobs or considered leaving their job because they think that their employers don't recruit or retain high-performing individuals. The recruiter's job is pivotal to the success of the company yet our poor reputation is causing our own undoing.” powerful opening words in Katrina Collier’s new book, The Robot-Proof Recruiter.  We[...]

Thoughts That Rock: Speaking and Podcasting with Jim Knight and Brant Menswar.  We're live with these rock stars just before they record their first podcast called Thoughts That Rock.  Join us to learn more today!

Kim Ades is the President and Founder of Frame of Mind Coaching™ and JournalEngine™ Software. Author, speaker, entrepreneur, coach, and mother of five, Kim has 15 years of experience coaching many of North America’s most respected leaders. Recognized as an expert in the area of thought mastery, Kim uses her unique philosophy and quirky coaching style to help[...]

Human Resources needs new skills, but what are the skills you will need in the future.  Join Michael and Robin as they discuss this and other topics about the world of work with Zoe Harte.   The world of work is evolving rapidly. Yet only 1 in 5 HR leaders feels prepared to handle the challenges ahead. As[...]

Bias, of course, exists in many facets of the recruiting and hiring process.  But how does bias against older candidates come into play? And when odes bias morph into plain-old illegal discrimination?  According to a survey from AARP, nearly 66% of workers age 45 and older have seen or experienced age discrimination on the job.[...]

Raise your hand if you’ve ever implemented an HR Technology solution at your organization. (counts hands...yup; most everyone). Naturally, it’s often only AFTER a solution has been implemented, and the post-mortems begin, that we fully realize what we could have done better. Alas. If you’re in the process of an implementation or if you anticipate[...]

Sometimes, the more HR changes...the more it stays the same. Or does it? Join us on this week’s episode for a lively conversation with Mark Fogel, CEO and Co-Founder of Human Capital 3.0. We’ll run the gamut of HR topics including: The next generation of HR leadersThe sad state of affairs (and false notion) that[...]

Join us for a high-energy high-impact chat with James Ellis, Director of Employer Brand with Universum as we discuss ALL the things: Why does an employer brand matter?What are the best ways to communicate your employer brand?How does EB connect to engagement and retention?Can I do all of this on a small/minimal/barely-existent budget? We’ll laugh.[...]

It’s a bit of a buzzword (buzz phrase?) but the importance of the candidate experience is still urgent and important with companies more than ever. There are real business impacts in terms of productivity, candidate conversion costs, and top of funnel marketing $$$ spend and sometimes, if the experience is not satisfactory, we still end[...]

There are some people who seem to have found their purpose; living in a moment where their talents, interests, outlook and energy have all come together for work, life and yes, even love.  One of those people is our guest this week – Nando Rodriguez.   Nando is a transformative learning and Performance Life Coach who[...]

China Gorman, Managing Director, America for UNLEASH, talks about their upcoming conference in Las Vegas.  With a fantastic speaker lineup and an Expo hall with something for everyone, there's a lot to explore.  Join us as we talk about the show's past, present and future, as well as asking questions about the work China has done[...]

The search for talent is certainly not slowing down; ask any recruiter and they’ll tell you it continues to speed up. There are certainly tech solutions that assist at various steps in the process but there are numerous foundations of talent acquisition that are universal whether one is using a #cooltool or not. On this[...]

DriveThruHR has been around for a long time.  We're coming up on a decade.  We've had lots of hosts, a few format changes, lots of fun, a couple of really bad guests (you know who you are.... j/k) and a shit ton of episodes.  1399 to be sort of precise.  On Tuesday, April 16 - we[...]

So what, we often find ourselves asking, are the must have KSAs for HR professionals of the future? As the digital transformation sweeps the world there are, of course, incredible changings happening in workplaces around the globe. In the recent “2019 HR Skills of the Future” report, the authors discuss the need for HR professionals[...]

This is going to be a fun one. On this week’s #DoTheWork episode we’ll be talking with Adam Karpiak, owner of Karpiak Consulting, and one of the freshest, realest (is that a word?), and most irreverent voices on #RecruitingTwitter. (Seriously...if you aren’t already doing so ...go follow him). What are we going to talk about? We’ll[...]

One popular stereotype of a mad scientist: white male, aging, crooked teeth, messy hair, lab coat, effervescent test tube, goggles, gloves, and striking a dramatic pose while cackling evilly. Fortunately, our guest this week is not that dude.  Joining us this week at the Drive-Thru will be Chris Russell,  founder of RecTech Media, Managing Director and Lead Consultant and a veteran of the[...]

Join us live from Smart Recruiters' Hiring Success Conference.  With guest @BillBoorman - live from #Hire19. @RobinSchooling @MikeVanDervort @DrivethruHR

If there’s one industry that most people in the US have worked in at one stage it’s the restaurant industry; millions of people have flipped burgers or worked a cash register or slung food and drinks to thirsty/hungry patrons. For many people, the restaurant industry served as their first exposure to the world of work;[...]

Is the resume, as pundits would have you believe, dead? Not from where Chris Fields is sitting! Chris started the Resume Crusadeas a favor to a friend and, in the years since, has quickly become a go-to resume expert for his clients, job seekers, and other individuals looking for insight into the ever-evolving manner in which[...]

Warble was created by Carolyn Holliday, Founder after personally experiencing the pain of a bad boss.  She didn't believe she could turn to HR or higher level executives to help her.  She was faced with two options: 1.  She could continue to suffer and incur obstruction and targeting while my boss now attempted to dismantle my reputation, or[...]

RevZilla, headquartered in Philadelphia, is an e-commerce organization dedicated to motorcycles and the riders who love them. They carry the gear, provide information and have created a community of fanatical customers.  (side note from Robin: I’ve been fortunate to visit the offices on several occasions; it’s pretty much as cool – dare I say sexy[...]

In the realm of topics that just won’t go away there is “employee engagement;” we continue to talk, discuss and debate.  Is there anything “new” to say? Our guests this week, Jamie Notter and Maddie Grant, think there is! Join Mike and Robin as they chat with Jamie and Maddie (from Human Workplaces) as we[...]

In 2017, Sarah Morgan launched the #BlackBlogsMatter challenge; a 28-day blogging challenge focused on Black culture and experiences. On January 15th, 2019, the challenge kicked off for the 3rd year. (you can see the weekly themes - and the new logo! - here).  In addition to spearheading this important blogging challenge, Sarah does LOTS of other[...]

Moving Towards Gender Diversity and the C-Suite Join Robin and Michael to talk Gender Diversity and the C-Suite with Margaret Spence, speaker, author, and Founder and CEO of the Employee to CEO Project helping help women learn how to be effective leaders and we show them how to pivot their careers into C-Suite Leadership Roles.  

Join Michael VanDervort of CUE Inc. as he talks to Phil Wilson, President of the Labor Relations Institute about his trends and predictions for 2019 pertaining to labor and employee relations. What we will talk about: Union organizing in 2019What to expect from The National Labor Relations BoardThe rise in activism What kind of labor reform[...]

How Technology Can Help You Manage Employee Relations Issues Join us for this week’s #CoolTools episode of DriveThruHR as Mike and Robin talk to Deb Muller, CEO of HR Acuity. More than just a case management solution and better than spreadsheets, HR Acuity provides everything you need to track, investigate, and analyze in a single technology solution.  This is the[...]

If I was writing an introspective retrospective blog post about the ups and downs of life in 2018 (which I’m not since I just deleted it.) It would be divided up into 4 acts and set to a soundtrack made up of old Elton John Songs. Act 1  - “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” Act 2[...]

For this show, we are super excited to be able to interview the Dynamic Duo.   No, not Batman and Robin.  Stop it.  We're going to interview one of the major HR powerhouse duos in North America.   Those fine folks who live on the icy edge of Lake Erie, the ZuCo's.   What do you mean you[...]

We’re super excited to dive into this week’s #WorkplaceNow show as Mike and Robin talk with John Baldino; the brilliant, high-energy President of Humareso. John’s a #PhillyGuy (Yo!) so we’re sure to talk cheesesteaks, Eagles football, and music but we’re also going to pose a few questions such as... When we consider that by the[...]

Join us for this week’s #HotTopics episode of DriveThruHR as Mike and Robin talk to Katrina Kibben, Founder and CEO of Three Ears Media about what’s HOT in recruiting for 2019 and what, on the flip side, is absolute BS. Join us as we talk to @KatrinaKibben about: What recruiting teams can do in order to become[...]

Dealing With Fake Resumes and Imposter Candidates in a Tight Labor Market #CoolTools Join us for this week’s #CoolTools episode of DriveThruHR as Mike and Robin talk to Komal Dangi, CEO of VeriKlick about how the VeriKlick tool can assist employers in improving their recruiting ROI.  VeriKlick, is an HR recruitment tool that identifies imposter candidates for recruiters automatically[...]

Join us for this week’s episode when Mike and Robin talk to Henry Albrecht, CEO of Limeade about how to break down HR silos in your organization. Henry is energetic, irreverent and passionate about the evolving employee engagement industry, and he has some ideas on how things could be done better. He’s seen what works, what[...]

Join us for this week’s episode when Mike and Robin talk to Katee Van Horn with Bar the Door Consulting and Coaching. Katee is a diversity and inclusion speaker, coach and strategist whose previous roles include VP of Global Engagement and Inclusion at GoDaddy. (We’re going to make her tell a quick story of what[...]

On this week’s episode, which happens to be running on the day of the US mid-term elections with numerous state and local races also occurring, we’ll be having what promises to be a robust and timely discussion. Join Mike and Robin as they talk to Steve Paskoff, Owner and CEO of ELI, Inc., and a[...]

We're back. Again. Really. This time we're really back.  We've set up a schedule and everything. Like a content/planning calendar that's color-coded and has columns labeled "responsible party." We are definitely back. We're starting with this show and then we'll be LIVE (Noon, CT) every Tuesday thereafter. OK; chances are we won't broadcast on major national holidays. But[...]

Michael ends the #SHRM18 podcast series with Robin Schooling @RobinSchooling  #NotatSHRM18

Our guest on Thursday June 14 is a friend and colleague  Matthew Stollak  @akaBruno.   Matthew J. Stollak teaches courses that cover all aspects of human resources. Dr. Stollak’s articles have been published widely, and his academic interests include the impact of spirituality on job satisfaction, absenteeism, stress at work, and measuring the effectiveness of employee assistance programs. Dr.[...]

Our guest on Wednesday, June 13 is friend and colleague  Greg Hawks @greg_hawks.  A massively entertaining keynote speaker, for two decades Greg has mentored leaders, developed teams, crafted culture & empowered employees.  Get my Sunday Random Inspiration here: https://goo.gl/8MGHTb  #SHRM18 #DTHR

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers –  Jessica Miller-Merrell @jmillermerrell Jessica Miller-Merrell, is workplace change agent and author focused on human resources and talent acquisition living in Austin, TX. Recognized by Forbes as a top 50 social media influencer. She's the founder of Workology. Follow her on Twitter, @jmillermerrell. Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a[...]

Michael talks with Mary Dale Walters, senior VP of communications at Allsup. It’s hard enough to get a job and if you have a disability, your chances are even worse. A new study found that employer misconceptions and stereotypes contribute to the extremely high (83%) unemployment rate for people with disabilities. The fact that 96%[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers –  Paula Harvey @Paula4Harvey Today's guest is Paula Harvey, , MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GPHR, ASC is the VP of Human Resources & Safety for Schulte Building Systems in Hockley, TX. Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad. The bloggers are HR professionals[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers –  Josh Rock @JRock96 Today's guest is Josh Rock, Sourcing Strategy Specialist for Fairview Health Services Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad. The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers –  Michael VanDervort  Join us for a very special Sunday edition of the show as the founder of Drive Thru HR Bryan Wempen returns to the studio to interview Michael and share some memories.  Leading up to #SHRM18, we've been doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad. The bloggers[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers –  Julie Ann Sullivan Today's guest is Julie Ann Sullivan Creating Business Cultures that increase productivity, problem solving and loyalty. Podcaster, C-Suite Network Advisor & Positivity Expert. @JASatLNE Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad. The bloggers are HR professionals who give time[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers –  John Hudson Today's guest is John Hudson, who deals with HR, hotcakes, and the hustle of Chicago. @johnphudson Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad. The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR[...]

Michael talk to Karla Jo Helms of JoTo PR @JoToPR   Founder & Chief Evangelist, of JoTo PR Disruptors - The ‘Anti-PR’ PR Firm for Healthcare, Finance and IT. Our motto: “PR isn’t the answer. Results are.”? #MeToo Backlash Prompts New Discussions While the #MeToo movement successfully targeted sexual harassment, a backlash has been brewing. Karla Jo Helms of[...]

Michael talks with Walter Orechwa, CEO of Projections Inc. about their UnionProof Certification program, allowing employers to train supervisors on labor relations issue via on-line learning. 

Tom McKeown, CEO, and Co-Founder at TrenData (@trendatainc) joins Michael to talk about his new company and their focus on solving the challenges of implementing HR initiatives across organizations. Chief among these, were the struggle to access and use data spread across multiple HR systems, and implementing intuitive solutions that would stimulate user adoption.  TrenData’s people analytics solution acts as the hub[...]

Today's guest is  Mark Fogel.  @HC3 Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening in HR and why it matters.  Enjoy these short[...]

Today's guest is Gemma Toth.  @gem4ever Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening in HR and why it matters.  Enjoy these short snippet podcasts[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers - Kelly Marinelli Today's guest is Kelly Marinelli.  @KellyinBoulder Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers – Anne Tomkinson Today's guest is Anne Tomkinson. @annetomk Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers – Claire Petrie and Tony Zamora Today's guests are Claire Petrie. @_strclaire  at Noon pm et  and  Tony Zamora.  @TonyDZamora at 12:30 pm et.  Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers – Michael Haberman Today's guest is Michael Haberman. @mikehaberman Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers – Carlos Escobar Today's guest is Carlos Escobar.  @cescobar78 Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad. The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening in[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers – Kristina Minyard Today's guest is Kristina Minyard.  @HRecruit Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers – Tamara Rasberry Today's guest is Tamara Rasberry. @tmrasberry Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening[...]

Meet the #SHRM18 Bloggers – Tony Zamora Today's guest is Tony Zamora.  @TonyDZamora Leading up to #SHRM18, Michael VanDervort will be doing a series of shows featuring the #SHRM18 Blog Squad.   The bloggers are HR professionals who give time and energy towards helping educate the HR profession and the business world about what is happening[...]