Hr Break Room

Technology isn’t just changing how we work. It also has the potential to simplify our most basic tasks. One innovation that can streamline our workday is HR automation. Human resources pros are uniquely qualified for employee-centric work and organizational goal-setting, and automating HR workflows can make a positive difference in their workday and on the employee experience as a whole. In this episode of the HR Break Room® podcast, Sharlyn Lauby, HR consultant and founder of the HR Bartender podcast, discusses why organizations should automate repetitive tasks. Listen now to hear how you can make HR efficiency automatic as you move your organization forward. Guest and host will discuss: Areas where automation can benefit HR Using automation to benefit organizational goal-setting How automation can positively impact the employee experience Why automation tools should be integrated into a single software

In this episode of the HR Break Room® podcast, we welcome Paycom’s director of HR business services, Tiffany Gamblin, and Sharlyn Lauby, president of HR consulting firm ITM Group. In honor of Women’s History Month, Gamblin and Lauby discuss women in the workplace, their influence and how organizations can best support them. From women in leadership to trends in benefits policies to the engagement opportunities of employee resource groups (ERGs), our guests discuss how women can be empowered to bring their unique perspectives to work and add value that sets an organization apart from the rest. Our guests will discuss: statistics about women in the workforce the importance of the manager-employee relationship how mentoring programs benefit women in the workplace creating a positive environment for sharing feedback

Delayed time-off decisions can create an avalanche of problems. Scheduling is slowed down, budgeting is hampered, employee trust may erode and the risk of non-compliance fines grow ever larger. Nobody wants time-off requests to languish in limbo — and for good reason! In this episode of the HR Break Room® podcast, HR Technology Conference co-chair Steve Boese shares his take on where pain points may arise in the time-off process when things aren’t automated, the realities of staffing shortages and more. Listen in as Steve Boese discusses: ·       the ins and outs of automated time-off request decision-making·       maintaining the human touch as you embrace automation ·       developments in HR technology and the future of work ·       ensuring fairness and reducing bias in time-off decision making ·       the benefits of automated time-off tracking

LinkedIn’s first chief HR officer, Steve Cadigan, continues his HR Break Room® visit with a discussion about employee well-being and the idea of workplace wellness. He examines wellness in a professional context and shares ways employers can support their teams.   Cadigan earned his workplace culture expertise overseeing LinkedIn’s recruitment, engagement and culture strategies during a period of tenfold growth. He’s an avid proponent of in-person workplaces, a topic he took on in his bestselling 2021 book, Workquake.   In this second episode of his two-part discussion, Cadigan addresses: ·        wellness in the workplace ·        mental health and employee well-being ·        the importance of a healthy workplace culture  ·        employee wellness programs and human connection in the workplace

Most people understand that diversity and inclusion in the workplace are important, but can we do more than simply recognizing this as a fact? Is it possible to leverage diversity and inclusion to build a positive organizational culture, improve work quality and increase productivity? LinkedIn’s first chief HR officer, Steve Cadigan, joins the HR Break Room® podcast to answer questions about investing in the diversity of your workplace. Cadigan earned his workplace-culture expertise as he oversaw LinkedIn’s recruitment, engagement and culture strategies during a period of tenfold growth. He’s an avid proponent of in-person workplaces, a topic he took on in his bestselling 2021 book, Workquake. In the first episode of this two-part discussion, Cadigan discusses: diversity in the workplace leveraging your workforce the future of work the significance of investing in your people cultivating a richer human experience

With so many administrative duties on HR’s plates, multitasking can quickly give way to mental exhaustion and cognitive overload. The solution? Automating basic HR and payroll tasks!   In the evolving world of work, automation is a double-edged sword. Sure, it opens doors to better, more efficient HR processes. But it can also introduce complex challenges.   Join Steve Boese, HR Technology Conference chair, on a journey through the world of HR automation. We’ll address the fundamental questions around the concept and how it redefines the employee experience.   In this episode of HR Break Room®, we’ll explore how to: free HR, create efficiencies and inspire forward-thinking leadership through task automation embrace HR automation, avoid common pitfalls and maintain the human touch simplify data management, onboarding and HR analytics with automation  We’ve come a long way since the Industrial Revolution. From the electronic semiconductor to employee-guided payroll, read the story of HR au

As AI and other technologies continue their rapid advance, effective cybersecurity that can evolve with the times becomes equally important.   In comes John Riggi — veteran FBI agent, senior representative to the CIA, a member of the White House Cyber Response Group and the American Hospital Association’s very first advisor for cybersecurity and risk. With years of experience in a variety of fields, Riggi visits HR Break Room® to discuss all things cybersecurity.   Riggi and host Morgan Beard discuss the critical importance of data security in the sphere of payroll and HCM. Riggi also offers tips for business leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve to protect themselves, their employees and their customers.   Key takeaways from this episode of the HR Break Room include: ·      understanding the importance of cybersecurity ·      securing data through internal controls ·      actionable tips for business leaders rethinking their cybersecurity measures

In order to create opportunities for transformational success, your employees first must have the freedom to be themselves. Emotional transparency and inclusivity are key to achieve this, and no person has demonstrated these values quite like Robin Roberts, the versatile co-anchor of the top-rated morning news program, ABC’s Good Morning America.   In this previously recorded episode of HR Break Room®, Roberts shares her perspective on the many obstacles employees may encounter and how to use that adversity to succeed in the workplace. Her unique story paves the way to opening a new conversation centered on efforts extending beyond the traditional definitions of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.   Join us as Roberts recounts her path from small-town Mississippi to inspiring millions daily nationwide by sharing her journey, and ways she has worked to provide others a sense of psychological safety and well-being in the workplace.   Key takeaways ·        A workplace can create a safe environ

Starting a business can be scary, especially when you step outside a successful career for the unknowns of entrepreneurship. That’s exactly what Academy Award-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow did when she founded the lifestyle brand Goop.   What started as a simple newsletter in 2008 grew into an industry-leading wellness operation and a source for unique, innovative approaches to health. Goop exists to enrich its customers just as its CEO aspires to enrich her employees’ experience in the workplace.   In this episode of HR Break Room®, Paltrow discusses her company’s journey and how crucial genuine employee investment is for any growing business.   Key takeaways ·        Defining the crucial first steps of building your own business ·        Inspiring and empowering your employees ·        Understanding how employee investment benefits the company

Guest: Steve Boese, H3 HR Advisors  In a new nationwide study, Ernst & Young (EY) revealed the high cost of common payroll errors under the traditional system. On average, fixing a single payroll mistake costs a company $291. The cost isn’t simply financial. Organizations also pay in time spent fixing these errors and managing the fallout they create. EY found, on average, a full-time payroll employee spends nearly 29 workweeks on corrections. In this episode of HR Break Room®, H3 HR Advisors co-founder Steve Boese joins host Morgan Beard to dig in to the EY study and break it all down. Listen as they: ·        react to the study’s key findings ·        discuss how payroll errors harm the employee experience ·        examine the impact of payday accuracy on HR productivity ·        offer strategies for avoiding payroll errors

Guests: Christie Schmidt, manager of HRIS, and Sarah Johnson, payroll supervisor What if there were a way to fix a problem before it became a problem? Paycom’s Beti guides employees to do just that. With Beti, employees find and fix potential problems ahead of unpleasant payday surprises. Christie Schmidt, Paycom’s manager of HRIS, and Sarah Johnson, payroll supervisor, join Morgan Beard to highlight industry-first technology and why it’s vital to millions of employees. In this episode of HR Break Room®, Schmidt and Johnson discuss: the consequences employees may face without Beti how Beti simplifies life for employees and employers misconceptions around employees doing their own payroll For more on Beti, check out our recent blog where renowned real estate investor and consultant Barbara Corcoran discusses the advantage of employee-driven payroll

Guests: Steve Boese and Trish McFarlane of H3HR Mark Stelzner and Kimberly Carroll of IA Stacey Harris of Sapient Insights Group HR Tech is one of the biggest and most prestigious human resource conferences in the world, bringing the industry’s top thought leaders to the forefront. HR Break Room®’s Morgan Beard sat down with several guests during this year’s conference to talk about the importance of HR tech and HR’s place in the world today. In this “best of” compilation from Las Vegas, Morgan speaks with Steve Boese and Trish McFarlane of H3HR, Mark Stelzner and Kimberly Carroll of IA and Stacey Harris of Sapient Insights Group. The conversations cover a wide array of topics including: the importance of HR Technology Conference how the world of HR is changing how companies can best prepare for the future

Guests:   Adam Ballard, VP of Marketing Casey Twenter, Senior Creative Director From TikTok to TV, Paycom has partnered with influencer Corporate Natalie to reach audiences nationwide with its message on the power of employee-driven payroll through Beti®. But how did these efforts come to fruition? Paycom’s vice president of marketing Adam Ballard and Casey Twenter, senior creative director, join host Morgan Beard for a discussion on what it takes to make these campaigns happen. “One of the things I really enjoy most about working on a brand like Paycom is we’re really limited only by our own imagination of where we could go,” Ballard said. In this episode of HR Break Room®, Ballard and Twenter discuss: nuances of the creative process the importance of resonating with the right audience concepts on marketing innovative technology how employees do their own payroll with Paycom

Guest: Ravin Jesuthasan, futurist, author and human capital thought leader With competition in the labor market at an all-time high, it’s essential that an organization’s culture attracts and retains in-demand talent to achieve and maintain success. Therefore, HR must innovate, evolve and reinvent its processes to create an experience that meets the demand of today’s employees. In order to remain competitive, having the tools candidates expect isn’t just an option — it’s essential! According to futurist Ravin Jesuthasan, the function of HR is shifting from its traditional role as a steward of employment to a steward of work. With new technologies, HR is empowered to reshape the work experience for every employee companywide; in doing so, HR will sit alongside business leaders to orchestrate new work ecosystems and organizational structures. In this episode of HR Break Room®, Jesuthasan joins host Caleb Masters to consider: how the digital transformation and democratization of work are reshaping the requireme

Guest: Steve Boese, HR Technology Conference program chair and HR Happy Hour podcast co-host Last year forced many employees to engage with workplace technology more than ever before. As a result, top candidates are paying close attention to the tech potential employers provide employees. With the U.S. Department of Labor reporting more than 10.4 million open jobs in September, the competition for talent is heated. In order to remain competitive, having the tools candidates expect in today’s business environment is essential. It’s not enough, however, for an employer to just implement new tech; they have to ensure these tools are accessible, are stress-free and provide meaningful value. In this episode of HR Break Room®, Boese rejoins host Caleb Masters to consider: how the tightening labor market forces organizations to re-evaluate the employee experience the role of HR in fostering an attractive employee experience through technology how technology like Beti™ drives employees’ trust in their organizations

Guest: Chad Richison, Paycom founder and CEO In 1998, the World Wide Web wasn’t yet a household necessity, but something that tied up phone lines. However, that didn’t stop Chad Richison from bringing his idea of businesses seamlessly processing payroll entirely online to life with Paycom. From the days of dial-up internet to the smartphone boom and beyond, Richison has led Paycom through every major electronic advancement of the 21st century. Throughout the evolution, Richison has maintained a belief that HR tech is at its most effective when employees use the technology to enter and own their own data just as they do as everyday consumers. With the company’s recent launch of Beti™, a revolutionary, employee-driven payroll experience, Paycom continues to reflect his vision and prove how HR technology can transform an organization for the better. Richison’s focus on an employee-centric HR experience has made Paycom an industry-leading technology. His position makes him intimately familiar with the trends of t

Beti™, Paycom’s industry-first, employee-driven payroll experience, is making waves in the HR technology industry. Recently named a Top HR Product of 2021 by Human Resource Executive magazine, Beti is revolutionizing how organizations view payday by putting the power of payroll in employees’ hands. In this HR Break Room Take 5, host Caleb Masters consults Steve Boese, HR Technology Conference Program Chair, and Barbara Corcoran, famed investor and personality, about what this innovation means for HR and business as a whole. We also hear from Alex, an HR professional who recently elevated their organization through the power of Beti. In this episode, you’ll learn: why employees should have the ability to do their own payroll how Beti can leverage payroll accuracy and help reduce errors the immediate benefit of Beti through a first-person account how Beti can empower businesses of all sizes Ready to step into the future of Payroll? Learn more by heading over to paycom.com/beti

Guest: Nicholas Bloom, William Eberle Professor of Economics at Stanford University According to Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom, “the fully remote plane is about to crash. I’m surprised it’s lasted this long — probably only due to the social capital we’ve built prior to the pandemic.” He now believes “hybrid is really the sweet spot long-term.” Bloom has studied remote-work practices worldwide, and his research offers a clear-eyed understanding of the dynamics at play for both employees and leadership in remote and hybrid workforces. He has seen the struggles along with the big wins across a variety of industries, and his analysis of recent events provides a path for the future. In this episode of HR Break Room®, Bloom joins host Caleb Masters to discuss: the benefits and challenges of remote, hybrid and fully on-site working models how demographics affect the success of a hybrid workforce the importance of objective performance metrics for remote and hybrid workforces the unintended HR liabilities arisi

Guests: Hill Harper, best-selling author, philanthropist and star of ABC’s The Good Doctor AJ Griffin, Paycom director of governmental and community affairs To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Commission is building the Greenwood Rising history center, a state-of-the-art institution that creates an immersive educational experience to educate visitors about this historic event and honor the legacy of Black Wall Street. To support the cause, the Centennial Commission received contributions from Paycom as part of an ongoing giving campaign in which employees have the opportunity to donate to a variety of local and national causes. Hill Harper’s philanthropic work with the Centennial Commission and position in the media give him unique insight into nonprofit fundraising and the economic realities of the minority communities he serves. In this episode of HR Break Room®, Hill, Griffin and host Caleb Masters discuss: using technology to foster a

Guest: Amy Edmondson, Ph.D., Harvard Business School professor of leadership and management From lack of time to lack of C-suite buy-in, there’s no shortage of reasons HR professionals might find themselves feeling more than a little frustrated — or even stuck — in their roles. In fact, in a role as challenging as HR, it would almost be more surprising if this weren’t the case! However, these feelings need not be permanent. By visualizing the HR profession as a classic hierarchy of needs, you can also visualize your path to its peak, leading to a kind of professional self-actualization or even transcendence. The model for this hierarchy, represented in the form of a pyramid, comes to us from one of the leading lights of 20th-century psychology: Abraham Maslow. But what do the various levels on the HR hierarchy of needs actually look like? And how easy is it to move from one to the next? In this episode of of HR Break Room®, host Caleb Masters welcomes Harvard Business School professor Amy Edmondson to discus