Using AI and Skills Technology to Empower Business Leaders

The 'Quest' to Revolutionize HR Tech Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Hubert Winter, Senior Director at Quest Diagnostics Today we are continuing our conversations from Oracle CloudWorld in Las Vegas. Steve and Trish met with Hubert Winter to talk about their HR journey with Oracle Cloud HCM. - HR technology journey at Quest Diagnostics - Scheduling challenges and how to overcome them - Employees reactions to the Oracle Cloud HCM platform - The future of AI in HR Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! 

Beyond the Classroom: Real World Experience and Football Predictions Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer met up to talk about life outside of the classroom walls.  - Internships and Their Impact on Post-Graduation Opportunities - Internship Experiences and Requirements - Industries and Companies with High Internship Rates - College Football and NFL Betting Predictions - Final Thoughts and Quote of the Show Thank you for joining the show today! Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Transforming Healthcare with Innovative HR technology Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Elina Petrillo, VP, Head of HR Technology at Northwell Health Today, Steve and Trish are at Oracle CloudWorld in Las Vegas. They spoke with Elina Petrillo about transforming HR processes in healthcare with AI. - Northwell Health's Digital Transformation Journey - Challenges and Successes During the Pandemic - User Experience and Adoption of HR Technology - implementation of the Oracle Digital Assistant - Northwell Health Winning an Oracle Innovation Award in 2024 Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! 

Engaging and Retaining the Gen Z Workforce Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Danielle Farage, Gen Z Talent Strategist, Speaker, and Content Creator In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Danielle Farage, leading Gen Z and Future of Work writer, researcher and influencer. During the conversation they talk about changing generational attitudes to work and employment, importance of skill development and career personalisation, and how to really engage and retain the emerging workforce. Topics discussed:  Understanding the educational background of the Gen Z and the events that have shaped their thinkingTailoring work around skills and not specific job roles Personalisation of career options Offering support and enablement over management and directionWhy do Gen Z leave jobsPreferred management stylesThe 'right to disconnect' and other ways to engage the Gen Z workforce Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Evaluating and Adopting Innovative HR Technology Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Don Weinstein, Strategic advisor, Venture investor and Corporate board member Today, Steve and Trish met with Don Weinstein to discuss innovations in HR technology and the importance of AI, particularly in recruiting, learning, and help desk management. - The importance of AI in HR - Current state of HR technology innovation - Challenges and strategies for HR leaders - Innovative companies in the benefits space - Employee-centric solutions Learn more about the companies we discussed today:  paid    Nayya   Summer Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex. Join Beaumont Vance, Paychex senior vice president of data, analytics, and AI, in an exclusive on-demand webinar, to discover how leaders are using AI to streamline HR tasks and supercharge efficiencies. You’ll learn how to automate those tedious tasks and free up your time for what really matters — your people. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an industry leader. Visit paychex.com/awia.

Workplace Movie Hall of Fame: America's Sweethearts Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Today, Steve and Trish discuss the Netflix documentary "America's Sweethearts: The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders," which explores the high-pressure, low-compensation world of professional cheerleading. The documentary reveals the rigorous recruitment process, where cheerleaders must reapply annually and face stringent criteria, including dance technique, showmanship, and personal appearance. The conversation underscores the need for better compensation, work-life balance, and safety measures in such high-performance environments. Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex. Join Beaumont Vance, Paychex senior vice president of data, analytics, and AI, in an exclusive on-demand webinar, to discover how leaders are using AI to streamline HR tasks and supercharge efficiencies. You’ll learn how to automate those tedious tasks and free up your time for what really matters — your people. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an industry leader. Visit paychex.com/awia. 

Managing and Engaging a Multi-Generational and Multi-Skilled Workforce Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Catherine Hambleton-Gray, People Director at Eurocell PLC In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Catherine Hambleton-Gray, People Director at Eurocell PLC, a FTSE100 listed company in the construction and building supplies sector. During the conversation they talk about Catherine’s experiences of bringing a culture shift to an organisation with diverse people, needs and locations, helping to create a more engaged and purposeful workforce. During the conversation they discuss :  The challenges of engaging a multi-generational and multi-skilled workforceConsistent, meaningful communications within a locationally diverse organisation Senior leader visibilityImproving engagementEstablishing initiatives around wellbeing, mental health and EDIBCreating a relevant and informative careers website to give new hires a better understanding of roles and prospectsObtaining, and acting upon, employee feedback Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Innovating Mental Health Care through Human Connection Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guests: Rett Kearbey, CEO & Co-Founder of Sholder; Austin Baker, President of HRO Partners Today, Steve and Trish met with Rett and Austin to talk about modern mental health care for today's workplace. - Founding a mental health startup to provide affordable support through compassionate care - Mental health barriers and non-clinical solutions - Personal growth and self-awareness through Sholder sessions - The importance of human connection and access to affordable mental health resources Book a Sholder session in August or September, and Sholder will donate a session to SholderUp, benefitting foster families and women who are in difficult situations. Click here to schedule your session. Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex. Join Beaumont Vance, Paychex senior vice president of data, analytics, and AI, in an exclusive on-demand webinar, to discover how leaders are using AI to streamline HR tasks and supercharge efficiencies. You’ll learn how to automate those tedious tasks and free up your time for what really matters — your people. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an industry leader. Visit paychex.com/awia. 

Creating Stronger Communities through Faith-based Leadership Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed Guest: Dave Schunk, President & CEO of Volunteers of America Colorado Today, Steve and Trish met with Dave Schunk from Volunteers of America Colorado about faith-based leadership in the modern workplace. - Career transition from private sector to nonprofit - Career development, relationships, and financial management - Serving the homeless and food insecure in Colorado, with a focus on VOA's ministry and culture - Senior programs, including handyman and meals delivery - Importance of volunteering and giving back to your community Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! This episode is sponsored by Paychex.Whether you're looking to enhance employee career growth, improve your onboarding process, or understand the importance of flexibility in today's workplace, this guide has got you covered. Grab your free copy at  paychex.com/awia to unlock the secret to building your dream team today.

Embracing Total Talent Thinking Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Matt Alder, Talent Acquisition Futurist, Podcast Host and Co-author In this episode Mervyn Dinnen talks to Talent Acquisition Futurist, Podcast Host and co-author Matt Alder about the emerging trends in hiring and retention. During the conversation they cover: The emergence of skills-based hiring and why it is so importantTotal Talent Thinking - what it is and how it can help organisations successfully adapt the way they workUsing Futurecasting as part of business planning to identify emerging trendsHow Generative AI is being used in the recruiting process - separating the hype from the realityWhat other technology trends we should look out for in the attraction and hiring process Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!