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HR on the Frontline
How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else?
HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in frontline workforces.
Through candid, honest conversations, we try to get to the heart of what causes cultural problems at companies today, and what you can do to fix them.
New episodes every 2 weeks.
Episodes
59 episodes
Rentention in Healthcare w/ Kevin Kirkpatrick (Avery Professional Group)
On the other side of a global pandemic, if there’s one thing we learned, it’s just how vital the work of dedicated employees in the healthcare industry really is.But the sector is facing a labour shortage crisis in the next decade, and o...
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Episode 59
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26:01
Motivation Reimagined: Building a Workforce That Fits w/ Elles Skony (Organized Chaos Consulting)
Motivation goes beyond paychecks and perks—it's about creating a workforce that fits people’s lives. Today, we’re diving into the power of custom-fit workforces, exploring why blending full-time, part-time, fractional, and flex role...
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Episode 58
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22:34
Protecting Managers and HR: The Secret to Sustainable Employee Wellbeing w/ Stacey Nordwall (Pyn)
Employee wellbeing is essential, but so is protecting managers and HR. Today, we look at how to support wellbeing while ensuring clear boundaries for those leading the way.
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Episode 57
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20:13
Employee Appreciation Day and Beyond: Boost Retention and Morale with Big Occasions
Is Employee Appreciation Day a standout event at your company, or does it pass by unnoticed?Do your employees eagerly anticipate it, or is it just another day on the calendar? Beyond this single day, how else does your company celebrate ...
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Episode 56
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44:19
Teaching Managers the Power of Appreciation to Boost Engagement w/ Laura Goodridge (Laura Lille Coaching)
Appreciation is more than just a “thank you”—it’s about recognizing what truly drives your team.With Employee Appreciation Day coming up, we’re going to find out how managers can boost engagement and performance by mastering the art of r...
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Episode 55
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Creating a Culture of Feedback w/ Michelle Strasburger (HR Rebooted)
Feedback isn’t just a corporate buzzword—it’s the backbone of thriving teams.Today, we’re learning how to build a culture of feedback that aligns leadership, empowers employees, and scales across even the most complex workforces.<...
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Episode 54
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24:21
Improving the Candidate Experience w/ Rachel Cupples
Is the candidate experience broken?Today, we’re digging into why it fails so often and what needs to change to truly respect and engage the people behind the applications.
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Episode 53
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36:36
Employee Experience in the Frontline w/ Tracie Sponenberg (Tracie Sponenberg LLC)
Frontline employees deserve more than just a pat on the back.Today, we’re exploring how real manager support, recognition programs, and targeted resources can transform the day-to-day experience for the people who keep everyth...
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Episode 52
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27:50
Reinventing Job Advertising for Frontline and Essential Workers w/ Thad Price (Talroo)
Job ads for frontline workers are outdated and ineffective. Today, we’re learning how to reinvent them to better connect, engage, and attract the talent that keeps everything running.
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Episode 51
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33:39
The Role Recognition Plays in Employee Retention (Power to Fly)
Recognition is more than just a "thank you"—it’s a proven strategy to boost retention and foster loyalty.PowerToFly's Head of Growth, Sienna J. Br...
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Episode 50
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56:56
Have We Been Doing Frontline Recognition Wrong? w/ Morgan Williams (Peak HR)
Are we missing the mark with frontline employee recognition? Pizza lunches won’t cut it for those who make or break customer relationships.Let’s explore the clear gap between corporate and frontline recognition, and why givin...
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Episode 49
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27:49
Adapting To Change: Strategies For Driving Employee Engagement During Times Of Uncertainty w/ Hone and Gable
In today’s fast-changing world, keeping employees engaged and motivated can feel like an uphill battle. With companies experiencing everything from a volatile economy, budget changes, and layoffs to the rise of remote/hybrid work, navigating th...
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Episode 48
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52:18
Demystifying 'Strategy' as an HR leader w/ Fay Wallis (Bright Sky Career Coaching)
‘Strategy’ can be a broad and unspecific term. And when it comes to HR ‘strategy’, it should mean more than surveys and benefits.But what does great HR strategy look like?Links mentioned:
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Episode 47
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34:23
The Art of Managing Upwards w/ Laura Lillie (Laura Lillie Coaching)
Middle managers often spend as much time managing those above them as below. Whether it’s managing expectations, negotiating for resources, or advocating for staff on the ground, it can be a constant balancing act that requires comp...
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Episode 46
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DEIB and It's Role in Employee Engagement w/ Alysha M. Campbell (CultureShift HR)
DEIB initiatives are vital for fostering engagement. But what makes them truly effective in creating inclusive cultures?About HR on the FrontlinesHow healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues ...
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Episode 45
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23:50
Lack of DEI at Leadership Levels w/Bria Lucas (Normative)
Is Diversity Equity & Inclusion at your company more than just a checkbox?We explore why diversity in leadership matters and how to achieve it. Today we talk with Bria Lucas about how she approaches diversity as the sole ...
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Episode 44
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23:42
NOW of work w/ Guusto Co-Founders Skai and Joe
Guusto Co-founders Skai and Joe, recently appeared on the NOW of work podcast, powered by Mercer<...
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Episode 43
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43:24
Building Trust in Leadership w/ Tiff Jung (Alzheimer Society of B.C.)
When you break down what goes into a successful leadership team, trust is a foundational piece to the puzzle.It may seem obvious, but we want to explore why this is and furthermore, how we build trust?
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Episode 42
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31:33
Creating True Organizational Alignment w/ Chloe Waind (NewLeaf Performance)
Is everyone at your company pulling in the right direction?Does everyone work towards the same goals, or do some pursue their own agendas?Are your core values just fancy words on the boardroom wall, or are they principles employee...
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Episode 41
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Change, Embracing and Getting Ahead Of It w/ LaToya Lynn (Vidmob)
As the saying goes, adapt or die. But there’s a bit more to it than that, right?In today’s episode we learn about embracing change and getting ahead of it as an HR or People leader.
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Episode 40
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32:47
Safe Sounding Boards For Managers w/ Jennifer Paxton (Roofr)
When your managers are struggling, who can they turn to?If it's not you, should it be?As an HR leader, equipping your managers with the tools they need to success is one of the most important things you can do. Part...
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Episode 39
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29:10
Pitfalls to avoid when buying HR tech w/ Alison Hunter (SelectSoftware Reviews)
Your HR tech stack can either be your best friend or your worst enemy. Modern HR professionals make use of various software solutions for everything from managing benefits, to learning and development, to increasing engagement. But ...
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Episode 38
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A Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness at Work w/ Sheila Krueger (formerly Zoom)
Health and wellness is at the forefront of many HR teams benefits plans these days, but are benefits enough in high-pressure workplaces?Health and wellness is a big priority for HR teams these days, but are benefits enough in high-pressu...
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Episode 37
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33:18
Executive EQ: Emotional Intelligence in Leadership w/ Elizabeth Powers (Pitch Labs)
How emotionally intelligent are your leaders?Do they treat their team members with empathy and care,or do they lose sight of the person behind the employee?And could a lack of EQ in your executives actually be hurting their...
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Episode 36
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49:34
Leveraging the Power of Your Personal Brand, Network and Mentors w/ Dr Patti Ippoliti (Columbia University)
Building a personal brand and professional network is becoming increasingly important in almost every career these days, and HR is no exception. But where do you start?How do you create a presence and grow your reputati...
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