This week’s episode features Roderick Nelson, President of NAAAHR-Chicago. Have you ever heard companies “claim” that there either is no or a lack of qualified black talent? We center our conversation around companies’ performative actions towards sourcing, selecting and promoting qualified black professionals within their organizations.
"The black community doesn’t need you to come save us, we need you to come save your own people." - YNG BLK HR This week’s episode features Gary Cooper, a voice for diversity, equity and inclusion at Amazon. We flip DEI upside down through our conversation surrounding DEI not as a Center of Excellence, but instead as a center of whiteness challenging the idea of whiteness as a "redemptive" quality among white employees within the workplace. #YNGBLKHR #WeAreHR
This week’s episode features Prathan Powell Jr., founder of Black In HR. We discuss some of the most pressing topics surrounding the transition into employee relations.
This week’s episode features Rob Gerald, founder of RG Consulting. As an owner and investor of various real estate properties across the US, we talk about the benefits of getting into real estate investing, why current home owners should get into real estate investing and alternative real estate and property investment options.
This week’s episode features Rocki Howard, Chief Diversity Officer for Smart Recruiters and host of the Grown Woman Life podcast. We center our conversation around intricacies surrounding who owns DEI. Is it Talent Acquisition? Is it C Level employees? What are our parts into implementing a successive DEI strategy?
This week’s episode features Joseph Rigi, President of Our Warpath. A Catholic based organization dedicated to encouraging and motivating others to be great in everything they do: mentally, emotionally, spiritually and financially. We center our conversation around the role (s) that HR plays in religious organizations. Is HR truly the same no matter what organization you’re apart of?
This week’s episode features Dr. Mary Ritz, Founder of Almenta International, LLC. Do you understand how customer service works in your organization from a systems perspective?
This week’s episode features Kari McFarlane, Founder of Akinship, Googler and holder of more certs than you have fingers on one hand. A highly anticipated continuation based on the original Cert! Cert! Certed Up! episode deep diving into best practices and the philosophy behind which certs to obtain and when.
In the season 5 premier, we hit the ground running with Greg Fontus as we talk more about the authentic and the performative aspects surrounding organizational efforts behind DEI. Can all the boxes truly be checked?
Biases, Butchered Descions and Poor Hiring Choices Oh MY! This week’s episode features Stacey Gordon, Founder and Chief Diversity Strategist of ReWork Work. Sometimes, do you ever think to yourself “throw the whole organization away!”? This week conversations centers around the biases within the hiring, selection processes, DEI and more. Want to stay in touch with today’s or previous hosts. You can find them in one place. Become a member of the YNG BLK HR GroupMe and join the conversation: https...
This week’s episode features Bianca Reed, Vice President of Client Development at Rain the Growth agency. She believes in achieving big scary goals for people and businesses. We talk about the Imposter Effect and how to kick its Ass. You deserve the opportunities you seek. You are the opportunity. You were NEVER the Imposter.
This week’s episode features Calista Tucker, Founder of Calista Phair - Talent Fairy Godmother, making magic for small businesses to connect and keep the best talent. We talk about challenges black women may face adjusting to corporate life as new working mommas. Is your organization really accommodating or is it lip service when push comes to shove? Want to stay in touch with today’s or previous hosts. You can find them in one place. Become a member of the YNG BLK HR GroupMe and join the conver...
Have you voted already? Are you still iffy on if your vote REALLY counts? This week’s bonus episode features Ludovic Blain, Director at California Donor Table as we discuss not only why voting matters but also on what’s at stake for the 2020 election. Want to stay in touch with today’s or previous hosts. You can find them in one place. Become a member of the YNG BLK HR GroupMe and join the conversation: https://groupme.com/join_group/54188970/t5J9CthW Connect with today’s host: Www.californiadon...
This week’s conversation features Tiara Mahoney Paulino, Founder & CEO of Dual Vida Language Academy. In today’s global economy, many professionals have yet to jump on the bilingual train and leverage the use of speaking various languages to help become a stand out professional. Connect with today’s host: IG: DualVidaLanguageAcademy LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dual-vida-language-academy FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/DualVidaLanguageAcademy/ Twitter: DualVida
Have you ever been a student before living inside the undergraduate, graduate or some sort of other education “bubble” only to go into the workforce and realize you can’t be your authentic self? This week’s episode features Jonathan aka MC Stoll, host of the revolutionary podcast, Soul Force Ones. Today’s episode is also available at www.honesthumanresources.com and anywhere you listen to your podcasts on. Connect with today’s host: Soul Force Ones Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1217744 Lin...
Today’s episode talks about the power of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs). This week’s discussion takes place with Jessica Pharm, the woman behind the Linked In Article: “Got Hit With a PIP?”, as we discuss what they are, what their intentions are and how oftentimes they are weaponized against employees. Today’s episode is available at www.honesthumanresources.com and anywhere you listen to your podcasts on. Connect with today’s host: Twitter: https://twitter.com/JassyPrinciple LinkedIn: htt...
This week’s episode features MarKeisha Snaith, Owner & CEO of UDeserveIT Consulting which is a woman-owned management consulting firm, focused on providing an array of services to jumpstart or advance professionals’ careers. Ever wonder how so many folks are getting into tech? How WILL Certs help on my journey? Can I be a non technical person but still work in tech? We talk about the Do’s and Dont’s behind what you need to do in order to stand out. We also tap into how to make your transitio...
This week’s episode features James Sinclair, Chief Executive & Co-Founder of EnterpriseAlumni. Ever wonder how robotic and impersonal your candidate experiences have been? Are candidates not humans too? This week’s episodes discuses the challenges navigating recruiters and organizations who are homogenous from the perspectives of minority candidates. Sometimes organizations just need to shut up and listen in order to realize the endless advantages of recruiting diverse candidates. Today’s ep...
This week’s episode features Ruqayyah Abdul-Rahim, Certified Holistic Stress Management Coach and Founder of Ruqayyah & Co. We all know by now that life can be stressful as hell, especially during today’s times. The need to manage our stress is key in being the best version of ourselves. Today’s episode will provide best practices in managing stress for both your professional and personal lives. #YNGBLKHR #WeAreHR Today’s episode is available at www.honesthumanresources.com and anywhere you ...
This week’s episode features George McGehrin, Founder of The McGehrin Group. The need to be fully aware of an organization’s Kulture is key to the success or failure of an employee. This week’s conversation focuses on how to ask the right questions, promote Kulture add versus Kulture fit, among other Kulture identifying best practices. Today’s episode is available at www.honesthumanresources.com and anywhere you listen to your podcasts on. Connect with today’s host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/g...
This week’s episode features Jasper, also known as Mr. #Buildwealth. He has been involved in the financial services arena for over a decade, working in an array of capacities. The mission of the Build Wealth movement is simple: to change the way people THINK and FEEL about money. Today’s episode is available at www.honesthumanresources.com and anywhere you listen to your podcasts on. Connect with today’s host: IG: @mr_buildwealth LI: Jasper Smith Twitter: Mr_Jasper_Smith FB: Jasper Smith
This week’s episode features Matthew Kirby, yours truly, host & creator of the Honest Human Resources Podcast. This editorial covers upcoming changes and events for the show while reflecting on humble beginnings and a look back at favorite moments. This episode follows a recess as we look forward to season 4, beginning on September 7, 2020. Today’s episode is available at www.honesthumanresources.com and anywhere you listen to your podcasts on.
This week’s episode features Tiara Moore, founder of A WOC (pronounced woke) Space, which focuses on changing the cultural climate for Women of Color (WOC) in the workplace. Creating spaces for Women of Color seem to be a lost art in a “post-racial” society. Between micro aggressions, Zoombombing and the day to day stressors of work and life, Women of Color truly face unique challenges that are discussed in this week’s episode. Today’s episode is available at www.honesthumanresources.com and any...
This week’s episode features Tinyiko Simbine, CFO & Co-Founder of Girl Code, one of South Africa’s fastest growing and leading organizations dedicated to the education and mentorship for the next generation of the tech industry’s African Female youth. We deep dive into the hurdles young women face with getting into tech, technology deficiencies within different communities in South Africa and discuss the global implications behind the workforce of tomorrow. Today’s episode is available at ww...
This week’s episode features both Co-Founder & Executive Director, Brandy Baxter and Chief of Operations, Tina Marie Wilken of Black Girl Fin Magic. Their mission is to promote, support, and grow all women of color with tools to become innovators and successful business owners in the fields of personal finance, business finance, and financial services. Today’s episode is available at www.honesthumanresources.com and anywhere you listen to your podcasts on. Connect with Black Girl Fin Magic: ...
This week’s episode features Andrew Scivally, CEO and co-founder of eLearning Brothers. We talk about all things eLearning and how COVID19 has forced the accelerated adoption of digital training as a solution to compliance, workplace culture and employee onboarding. Connect with Andrew eLearning LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/230193 Andrew’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scivally/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/eLearningBros Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elearningbros/...
This week’s episode features Sheila Darius, Diversity Consultant and Founder of Grit & Culture LLC. The pathway or trajectory can be extremely foggy and unclear on how to transition and obtain a role within the DEI space. Many are frustrated that these roles often times require 10+ years of experience. Sheila speaks openly and honestly around how to navigate these pitfalls in order to successfully transition into DEI. Connect with Sheila Instagram: @sheydarius Instagram: @gritandculture Link...
This week’s episode features Liz Sweigart, Partner at PwC. We talk about the numerous ingredients that together make up the overall experience of whiteness in the workplace. We dive deep into white privilege, white tears, white fragility, bad allies, etc. as we have an open and honest conversation about the effects of whiteness on black professionals. Connect with Liz Twitter: https://twitter.com/amotherofajob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizsweigart/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/th...
This week’s episode features Dr. Ciera Graham, columnist for the Seattle Times. We talk about how black women are “working unicorns” in the work place. We highlight how black women are assets in the workplace and why we should continue to recognize black women as unicorns in the workplace. Connect with Dr. Ciera Graham Twitter: @CieraGrahamPhD Website: www.CieraGraham.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drcieragraham https://www.seattletimes.com/explore/careers/the-working-unicorn-why-black-women-...
This week’s episode features Matthew Solomon aka “The Coach for the Modern Soul” as we talk about how socially conscious relationships evolve in workplaces. We speak truth to power by tapping into the understanding of how professional relationships are rooted in communication and sincere understanding.
