2019-12

Episode 96 - Jon & Wendy talk to Kayla Moncayo

We're joined by Kayla Moncayo, Employee Relations Specialist with Solarwinds and creator of Let There Be HR in Austin, TX.  We talk about how Kayla got into HR, her love of Employee Relations, what an "HR Firebreather" does, and Jon and Wendy consider what they'll do in retirement.  We also make an announcement about the future of the chat.  This is a great episode to wrap up 2019 and you should get to know Kayla!
Kayla's recommendations:
Brent Meers
Melissa Garza
How to reach Kayla:
https://lettherebehr.squarespace.com/
If you're a listener to the show outside the U.S., contact us so we can send you a gift in celebration of having our 100th country join the download family.
This episode is sponsored by Bonusly, a fun, personal recognition and rewards program that enriches company culture and improves employee engagement. Get a 60 day trial of Bonusly's offerings at https://bonus.ly/hrsocialhour.
Join us now on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 

The 2019 #HRSocialHour Pop Culture Roundtable

In what's become an annual tradition, Jon is joined by friends of the show Michael Mullady, Chris Orozco, and Lorena Pabón to review the year in pop culture.  We share our favorite movies, TV, music, podcasts, and events that were important to us in 2019.  Chris talks video games, too. It was a big year with Avengers Endgame, The Mandalorian, Disney+, and much more that's discussed.  Sit back for this mega sized episode and pick up some recommendations!
How to reach the roundtable:
https://twitter.com/mjmullady
https://twitter.com/ChrisOrozco72
https://twitter.com/lpabonhr
http://starjoes.podbean.com/ (Jon's other show)
Be sure to join us the 4th Sunday of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter!

Episode 95 - Jon & Wendy talk to Dawn Burke

We're joined by Dawn Burke, Senior Consultant with Recruiting Toolbox and Founder of Dawn Burke HR in Birmingham, AL.  We talk about leaving the corporate world, leaving a job at the right time, and what Dawn believes is the biggest issue Talent Acquisition professionals face.  Dawn and Jon also talk about the greatness that is Duran Duran.  Hang on for lots of laughs and learning in this episode.
Dawn's recommendations:
https://twitter.com/mattgrove
https://twitter.com/paulbunda
How to reach Dawn:
https://www.dawnburkehr.com/
This episode is sponsored by Bonusly, a fun, personal recognition and rewards program that enriches company culture and improves employee engagement. Get a 60 day trial of Bonusly's offerings at https://bonus.ly/hrsocialhour.
Join us the 4th Sunday of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 

Episode 94 - Jon & Wendy talk to David Miklas

We're joined by David Miklas, an employment law attorney based in Port Saint Lucie, FL.  We talk about about what David sees clients struggling with currently, what he expects will be a concern in 2020, and what it's like to win over a crowd that may have preconceived notions about attorneys.
David's recommendation:
Leslie Mizerak
How to reach David:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-miklas-301861121/
https://www.miklasemploymentlaw.com/
This episode is sponsored by Bonusly, a fun, personal recognition and rewards program that enriches company culture and improves employee engagement. Get a 60 day trial of Bonusly's offerings at https://bonus.ly/hrsocialhour.
Join us the 4th Sunday of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 

Special Episode - Jon & Wendy talk to Raphael Crawford-Marks of Bonusly

We're joined by Raphael Crawford-Marks, co-founder and CEO of Bonusly.  We talk about why he decided to start a company focused on employee recognition, how Bonusly helps their clients with recognition, and how the perception of recognition has changed since Bonusly started in 2012.  Raphael also surprises Jon with his favorite band as it's a group Jon's never heard before.
Raphael's recommendations:
Andrea Guendelman
https://sounds.bonus.ly/
How to reach Raphael:
https://bonus.ly/
https://twitter.com/raphaelcm
This episode is brought to you by Bonusly.  Go to bonus.ly/hrsocialhour for a 60 day trial of the platform.
 

Episode 93 - Jon & Wendy talk to Jason Treu

We're joined by Jason Treu, Chief People Officer and Company Culture Expert with Unstoppable Workplaces in Dallas, TX.  We talk about why companies struggle to develop high performing cultures and teams and what lead him to create "Card Against Mundanity."  Jason also describes a decision he made in 30 minutes that changed his life and routine for the better.  There's wine app talk and much, much more! 
Jason's recommendations:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilymarkmann/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dulinheather/
How to reach Jason:
https://jasontreu.com/
http://cardsagainstmundanity.com/
This episode is sponsored by Bonusly, a fun, personal recognition and rewards program that enriches company culture and improves employee engagement. Get a 60 day trial of Bonusly's offerings at https://bonus.ly/hrsocialhour.
Join us the 4th Sunday of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 

HRSocialHour Wonder Women Episode 14 - Wendy & Anne talk to Julie Sowash

In this episode of HR Wonder Women, Wendy & Anne talk to Julie Sowash about the challenges facing employees with invisible disabilities, including Julie's own struggles. We also get an inside peek to the history of Crazy and the King, a bi-weekly podcast Julie hosts with Torin Ellis. https://www.crazyandtheking.com/
 
Julie's recommendations:
 
https://twitter.com/sherylsandberg
Anna Wintour, editor of Vogue
 
How to reach Julie:
 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliesowashdisabilitysolutions/
https://twitter.com/JulieSowash