Episodes

  • Onboarding Best Practices

    Onboarding Best Practices
    Dec 19 2024
    Join Marcia and Meghan in this insightful episode of HR After Dark as they dive into the best practices of onboarding. Onboarding is the first impression you make and the tone you set with your new team members.

    What does your process look like? Marcia and Meghan explore how effective onboarding sets the tone for employee success. From pre-boarding tips to long-term engagement strategies, they share actionable insights to help you boost retention, productivity, and culture alignment.
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    18 mins
  • Redefining Work-Life Balance and Wellbeing

    Redefining Work-Life Balance and Wellbeing
    Nov 21 2024
    Join Marcia and Meghan in this insightful episode of HR After Dark as they dive into the evolving concepts of work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

    Work-life balance isn’t just a trendy phrase—it’s about building a sustainable work environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.

    Wellbeing goes beyond physical health to include mental, emotional, and even financial wellness. A holistic approach to employee wellbeing leads to a more engaged and productive workforce.

    Together, Marcia and Meghan explore actionable strategies for creating workplace cultures that prioritize balance and wellbeing, benefiting both employees and organizations. Tune in for practical tips and fresh perspectives on making employee wellness more than just a check-the-box initiative.
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    19 mins
  • Embracing Radical Candor in the Workplace

    Embracing Radical Candor in the Workplace
    Nov 7 2024
    In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia, and Meghan dive into the concept of embracing radical candor in the workplace, inspired by Kim Scott's book Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. The core idea is to care personally while challenging others directly.

    Radical candor fosters a culture where employees at every level feel empowered to speak up. How does radical candor play out in your workplace? Tune in for practical tips on showing empathy and support to your team while fostering open communication.
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    23 mins
  • Project HR

    Project HR
    Oct 24 2024
    In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia, and Meghan discuss project-based HR—an agile approach that allows businesses to tackle specific HR challenges without committing to long-term resources.

    Whether you’re navigating a merger, launching a new initiative, or simply need extra support for a time-sensitive project, project-based HR delivers strategic solutions that can make all the difference. Marcia and Meghan discuss real-world examples, benefits, and tips for leveraging this model to enhance your HR operations and boost organizational success.
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    12 mins
  • Fractional HR

    Fractional HR
    Oct 10 2024
    In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan break down the rising trend of fractional HR. They explore how companies can access high-level HR expertise without the need for a full-time hire.

    Learn what fractional HR is, who benefits from it, and why it’s a game changer for startups, mid-sized companies, and growing businesses alike. From its flexibility to its cost-effectiveness, tune in to discover how fractional HR can offer tailored, strategic support on your terms!
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    18 mins
  • Interim HR

    Interim HR
    Sep 26 2024
    In the episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan dive into the world of Interim HR, exploring how businesses can leverage interim HR leaders to navigate critical transitions. Whether it’s filling a leadership gap, guiding your HR team through organizational changes, or driving a major initiative, interim HR pros step in to provide strategic leadership and stability.

    They break down the key benefits, common misconceptions, and how to know when to bring in an interim HR expert. Tune in to learn how this flexible solution can keep your HR strategy on track, no matter what changes your business faces.
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    16 mins
  • The Interview Gap - Why Hiring Managers Are Never Trained to Interview

    The Interview Gap - Why Hiring Managers Are Never Trained to Interview
    Aug 1 2024
    Did you know 90% of hiring members are never trained to interview?

    On this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan welcome guest, Anna Papalia, CEO & Author of Interviewology. Anna shares her passion for discovering interview styles and why she left her corporate job to teach and write her book Interviewology. Are you a Charmer, Challenger, Examiner, or Harmonizer? Whether you are a hiring manager or a job seeker, this episode will break down the importance of your interview style and profile.
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    31 mins
  • Career Fulfillment With Guest Raymond Lee

    Career Fulfillment With Guest Raymond Lee
    Jul 18 2024
    What inspires your employees?

    In the episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan welcome guest Raymond Lee, President of Careerminds.

    Raymond emphasizes the importance of career fulfillment and suggests HR leaders support their teams through informal dialogue. He encourages asking team members what excites them most about work, what changes they'd like to see, and employing the start, stop, and continue method for reflection.
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    25 mins