We’re back again with another episode of Liam’s Law, where Liam joins us to discuss a high profile every month, and share his advice, guidance and key takeaways for you as employers and HR teams. So this week, of course, we’re joined by Liam Barton, Commercial Director here at Insight HR, to discuss an interesting case concerning disciplinaries, dismissals, and all that goes with them! In this episode we cover... 00:48 Details of the Unfair Dismissal Case 04:25 Investigation and Disciplinary Pro...
Jul 08, 2025•23 min•Ep. 230
Disciplinaries, investigations, and managing misconduct can be a very tricky process. And when we get deep into the process, albeit necessary, it can be a strain on time and stress for all involved. And it’s well-covered too – the formal processes behind dealing with misconduct are spoken about in detail by us and other experts alike. But do we talk about the informal process enough, and how successful this can be? And how we effectively mitigate these types of incidents going forward? Well that...
Jul 01, 2025•28 min•Ep. 229
We get it – budgets are tight. And even when you need something to support you, it can sometimes feel like you can’t articulate the value and the ROI of what you need. HR support can be no different, but is something that can be so powerful. If you choose the right provider, you can save money, stress, lost time, and so much more. But how do you make sure it really is worth it, and even simpler, why should you bother with it at all? Well to tell us, we’re delighted to be joined by our very own B...
Jun 24, 2025•42 min•Ep. 228
Navigating the probation period is one of the most critical - and often misunderstood - phases of the employment journey. Far from being just a formality or an “easy exit” route, probation is a unique opportunity for both employers and employees to set the stage for long-term success. So to talk to us today about making the most of it, and how to avoid common pitfalls, we’re delighted to be joined by Joe Thompson, Head of HR Services here at Insight HR. In this episode we cover... 04:14 Distingu...
Jun 17, 2025•30 min•Ep. 227
Performance management is such a core piece of the employer employee relationship, and a key skill for leaders, managers and HR people. But it’s also an area of real complications and pitfalls that can cause a lot of trouble for employers and employees alike. And with all the various ways, processes and approaches to this, it can be hard to find what works for you and your organisation! Well, to speak to us about this, we’re delighted to be joined by Megan Power, Head of Change & Transformat...
Jun 10, 2025•34 min•Ep. 226
It’s that time again on the HR Room Podcast for another one of our C-suite specials, where we talk to leaders in various industries and organisations, sharing advice and insights for HR teams and employers everywhere. Bank of Ireland, in partnership with Morgan McKinley, recently published a new report titled "Fostering Ethnic Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace." The research explores the specific barriers ethnic minority groups face in accessing employment and progressing in the Irish lab...
Jun 03, 2025•38 min•Ep. 224
We’re back again with another episode in our monthly series combining your two favourite things, Case Law and Liam Barton, where Liam will be joining us to discuss a high profile every month, and share his advice, guidance and key takeaways for you as employers and HR teams. So for our third episode of Liam’s Law, we’re delighted to be joined, of course, by Liam Barton, Commercial Director here at Insight HR. In this episode we cover... 01:33 The Salesforce Case Overview 06:08 Lessons Learned fo...
May 27, 2025•26 min•Ep. 225
Today we’re diving into the latest findings from the AXA Mind Health Report, with a special focus on what they mean for Irish workplaces. The report, drawing on the experiences of 17,000 participants across 16 countries, reveals that Ireland now ranks at the bottom of the EU for overall mental health-an alarming statistic, with nearly half of Irish adults reporting they are struggling or languishing. For HR managers and organisational leaders, the findings are particularly relevant too – so let’...
May 20, 2025•29 min•Ep. 223
Workplace culture is spoken about a lot. It’s a constant challenge and priority for organisations and HR teams, and rightfully so, but how can we effectively change, improve and transform workplace culture in a way that actually works? And how do we stop talking about company culture, and actually making the real long-term changes to improve it for everyone? Yes, we must analyse, but we must also act. And how do we do this? Well, with a full and intentional Culture Audit. But what is a culture a...
May 13, 2025•35 min•Ep. 222
It’s that time again on the HR Room Podcast for another one of our C-suite specials, where we talk to leaders in various industries and organisations, sharing advice and insights for HR teams and employers everywhere. Today we’re delighted to be joined by someone who is a leader here in Ireland for a company that does absolutely fantastic work here in Ireland, work which is intertwined with the workplace culture they have, and what they do to nourish that. Joining us this week is the brilliant D...
May 06, 2025•47 min•Ep. 221
Disagreements, tensions, and misunderstandings are a natural part of working life, but when left unresolved, they can escalate, leading to low morale, lost productivity, and even legal disputes. That’s where mediation comes in - a structured but informal process that helps employees find common ground and rebuild working relationships. So today, we’ll break down how mediation works, why it’s a game-changer for HR, and how organisations can use it to foster a healthier, more productive workplace....
Apr 29, 2025•36 min•Ep. 220
We’ve spoken about many employment law cases on the HR Room Podcast over the years which have always been very popular episodes, and we’ve also spoken to our very own Liam Barton a lot over the years, who has also proved very popular. So we’re back again with another episode in our new monthly series combining your two favourite things, Case Law and Liam Barton, where Liam will be joining us to discuss a high profile every month, and share his advice, guidance and key takeaways for you as employ...
Apr 22, 2025•39 min•Ep. 219
Trump and his tariffs have taken the headlines in recent days and weeks, and are on the mind of many politicians, business leaders, and everyone in between, as we watch the trade war begin to rage. But what do these tariffs and times of uncertainty mean for you, the HR person, the business leader, and the person trying to navigate through this period with your people in mind. Well to talk us through this, and just what we can do to help, we’re delighted to be joined again by Liam Barton, Commerc...
Apr 15, 2025•39 min•Ep. 218
It's that time again to bring you another C Suite Special, where we talk to C Suite leaders from some of Ireland’s biggest organisations, giving us HR people fantastic insights into how they and their organisations operate and thrive. And to talk to us today, we’re delighted to be joined by someone who we recently listened to at the CIPD Employment Law Conference, who I knew would be the perfect guest for this series on the podcast, as she gave such fantastic insights into an organisation that m...
Apr 08, 2025•54 min•Ep. 217
He said, she said – a nightmare situation for employers and HR teams trying to deal with a complaint of something like bullying, harassment or conflict, when both parties give different versions of events, and you’re left in the middle trying to find a solution. But thankfully, there is an art to assessing credibility in investigations, and it’s something that expert investigators deal with every day, when managing investigations for organisations up and down the country. So to talk us through t...
Apr 01, 2025•33 min•Ep. 216
Workplace stress, burnout, long term absence, bullying complaints… these are the kinds of things that can keep HR professionals awake at night. But when do these issues cross the line from an HR challenge to a medical concern? And how well do HR and Occupational Health actually work together to navigate this tricky space? Well to talk to us this week about how to get this right for both you, your Occ health person, and most importantly, your people, we’re delighted to be joined by Anne Dowling, ...
Mar 25, 2025•38 min•Ep. 215
We’ve spoken about many employment law cases on the HR Room Podcast over the years which have always been very popular episodes, and we’ve also spoken to our very own Liam Barton a lot over the years, who has also proven very popular. So this month, we’re starting a new monthly series combining your two favourite things, Case Law and Liam Barton, where Liam will be joining us to discuss a high profile every month, and share his advice, guidance and key takeaways for you as employers and HR teams...
Mar 18, 2025•36 min•Ep. 214
Mergers, transfers and everything associated with them can often mark a fresh new journey for a business and a sign of expansion or progress, but they may also stir up some resistance, issues, and complicated challenges to solve. And one of those complicated challenges that many of us have at the top of our list of “least favourite acronyms” is the big, scary TUPE process. But is it complicated, is it scary, and how exactly can we make sure we do things the right way for our organisation and our...
Mar 11, 2025•34 min•Ep. 212
Redundancies and tough restructurings are things that no HR person wants to manage. The emotional side of managing the process of people leaving your organisation, coupled with the intricate process and procedures that must be followed, makes it a less than enjoyable task to say the least. But there are ways that you can go through this process without losing sleep, putting your organisation at risk, and losing the trust of your people. So to talk to us about how we can make this a process with ...
Mar 04, 2025•38 min•Ep. 211
It’s that time again on the HR Room Podcast for another one of our C-suite specials, where we talk to leaders in various industries and organisations, sharing advice and insights for HR teams and employers everywhere. Today we’re delighted to be joined by someone who is a leader here in Ireland for one of the world’s biggest and most well-known companies, and who has worked her way up the HR ranks through her commitment to people & purpose. Joining us this week is the brilliant Sinead Gogan,...
Feb 25, 2025•31 min•Ep. 213
Although diversity, equity and inclusion has faced it’s fair share of resistance over the years, the latest moves by the US and government and in turn, Meta, one of the world’s biggest companies, brings a whole new level of attack on corporate DEI work. But is all of the great work that continues to be done, really under threat? Is it a case of saying RIP to DEI, or is it simply just another speed bump on the road of good work and progress? Well to discuss this with us, and take a deeper look in...
Feb 18, 2025•44 min•Ep. 210
“Organisation’s don’t change, people do” – a phrase mentioned in our recent chat we had with today’s guest, as we thrashed out what we’d be speaking about on this very episode. And it’s a phrase that outlines how to make successful change happen, and just how important it is to have your people as your focus. And what do your people need most during a change process? Not to give away too much of this episode...but you guessed it...the answer is communication. So to talk to us about the power of ...
Feb 11, 2025•47 min•Ep. 209
Change management may not always involve the professionals. And arguably understandably too, as maybe moving to a new tech tool doesn’t require an expert? Right? Well, when it comes to making successful and sustainable change, people should be at the centre of the strategy. And with people needing support, communication, and guidance through culture change, getting HR experts involved, may be your not-so-secret ingredient. So to help us dive into this more and discuss all things change managemen...
Feb 04, 2025•42 min•Ep. 208
As you all know by now, organisations, HR professionals and many more of us, don’t only look at the legislation to understand employment law and our obligations. We also look at the decisions made in the WRC to see how decisions are made, and what we can learn from them! So today, we’re doing just that, as we take a look at recent trends from WRC judgements, and share some of the key learnings and key takeaways for you! And to do this, we’re delighted to be joined by the brilliant Siobhra Rush, ...
Jan 28, 2025•34 min•Ep. 207
Learning and development is vital for any organisation. With new skills needed for employees, managers, HR teams and leaders, the challenge of upskilling effectively is one that many organisations are facing. And with new technology and ways to learn, many are unsure where to start! Well the good news is, today, we’re joined by a seasoned expert in reskilling and upskilling, who can guide us through how to achieve success in L&D in 2025. We’re delighted to be joined today by Ed' O Brien, Hea...
Jan 21, 2025•43 min•Ep. 206
We might have a New Year, but are there are any new trends we should be aware of as we head into another busy year? Well today we’re joined by someone who can give us some great insights into this – founder of Better Workday and the driving force behind the Better Workday Survey, a productivity and workplace, wellbeing expert and public speaker, the wonderful Niamh Moynihan. In this episode, we cover... 00:00 Introduction and Background to the Better Workday Survey 10:56 The Importance of Manage...
Jan 14, 2025•37 min•Ep. 205
Today we’ve got a special episode, the first of many C-suite specials, where we’ll be talking to senior leaders in various industries and organisations, sharing advice and insights for HR teams an employers everywhere. And we couldn’t think of a better way than to kick it off, than speaking to someone within a sector that we have worked so often with, and thoroughly enjoy working with, the brilliant charities sector. So joining us today to talk about the charities sector, and what we can all lea...
Jan 07, 2025•32 min•Ep. 204
As we come to the end of the year, I’m sure many of you are thinking about New Years Resolutions, or maybe even more specifically, about how you can come back to work in 2025 with a fresh start and some clear goals. So, joining us today to share their thoughts on what HR professionals and teams should be focusing on in the New Year, we’re delighted to be joined by Megan Power, HR Consultant here at Insight HR. In this episode, we cover... Remote & Flexible Working Change Management The impor...
Dec 31, 2024•34 min•Ep. 203
We’re back with the second instalment in our two-part, selection box series, containing some of the highlights from the year gone by. Our selection box last week was packed with clips discussing some inspiring stories about the great work being done across the HR community. This week though, we’re filling this episode with clips discussing some of the nitty gritty side of HR, and the many many employment law challenges that HR teams and employers faced this year. In this episode, we include clip...
Dec 24, 2024•23 min•Ep. 202
Firstly, Happy Christmas to all of our listeners! A huge thank you for listening in this year, and hearing some of the fantastic insights and advice we were lucky enough to get from some amazing guests yet again this year. So as a thanks, and as a summary of some of the brilliant conversations we’ve had this year, we’re finishing 2024 with a two-part, selection box series, containing some of the highlights from the year gone by. And what a year it’s been. This week, Eoin is kicking off with his ...
Dec 17, 2024•29 min•Ep. 201
