The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast

Episode 176- Jon & Wendy talk to Jon Aasted

We're joined by Jon Aasted, Senior Recruiter with the City of Carlsbad, CA.  We talk about the challenges of recruiting in local government, working with veterans and transitioning service members and the value of hiring veterans, and how Jon became a chicken farmer.
Jon's recommendations:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-thorne2/
https://twitter.com/KaylaMoncayo
How to reach Jon:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonaasted/
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Episode 175 - Jon& Wendy present Where Are They Now part 6 (Michael VanDervort and Kayla Moncayo)

In our latest Where Are They Now, we talk to Michael VanDervort and Kayla Moncayo!  Michael talks about his move back into Labor Relations, what employers should be thinking about with the PRO Act, and a new podcast venture.  Kayla discusses her new role, what she learned about herself while being unemployed, and we ask her again about fire eating lessons.  Amazing conversations in this super-sized episode!
This episode is sponsored by Huler.  To learn more and sign up for a free trial, visit huler.io.
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Episode 174 - Jon & Wendy Ask Us Anything Again? Again?

In advance of our 175th episode, we discuss the state of the podcast, answer some of our favorite guest generated questions, and answer ALL the questions submitted for this episode!  We talk about our celebrity doppelgangers, Marvel movies, Girl Scout cookies, and even something that we had planned for our next big milestone that sadly won't be happening (yet).
To learn more and register for the #HRUnite Conference being held July 14-15, 2021, visit here.
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 
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Episode 173 - Jon & Wendy talk to Sam Jenniges

We talk to Sam Jenniges, Organizational Development Consultant in the St. Paul, MN area.  We talk about her move to OD, being "HR adjacent" and partnering with HR, as well as lessons learned in writing her book, "Recognition Rebooted."  There's even talk about Huey Lewis and "Psych."
Sam's recommendations:
https://twitter.com/KatrinaKibben
https://twitter.com/TheArdentHR (Krishnapriya)
How to reach Sam:
https://samjenniges.com/
Be sure to check out Julie Turney's book, "Confessions of an HR Pro: Stories of Defeat & Triumph," here.
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 
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Episode 172 - Jon & Wendy talk to Jane Murtagh

We're joined by Jane Murtagh, Professor of Human Resources Management with College of DuPage in the greater Chicago, IL area.  We talk about her path to education, developing an HR certificate program and the value her students gain in experiential learning, and Jane shares insights for those who want to break into HR that may not be able to go back to school.
Jane's recommendations:
https://twitter.com/_strclaire (Claire Petrie)
https://twitter.com/MobleyHRC (Tom Mobley)
How to reach Jane:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/janemurtaugh/
https://twitter.com/murtaughj
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 
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Episode 171 - Jon & Wendy talk to Tom Daniels

We're joined by Tom Daniels, Assistant Director - Graduate & Executive Programs in Business at Bowling Green State University.  We talk about his path to academia, workforce readiness, and how many miles Tom has to run to get past "the crazy."  We also celebrate Daniel (Jon's son) graduating from high school!
Tom's recommendation:
https://twitter.com/JQMcCary (Jennifer McCary)
How to reach Tom:
https://twitter.com/tomrdaniels419
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomrdaniels/
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 
Be sure to check out our storefront (all profits go to charity): https://www.teepublic.com/user/hrsocialhour

Episode 170 - Wendy & Mike talk to Katrina Kibben

Wendy is joined by Mike Sipple, Jr. in this special cross-over episode where we welcome back Katrina Kibben CEO of Three Ears Media. We discuss job postings, the pandemic, and pronouns. 
How to reach Katrina: threeearsmedia.com
How to reach Mike: mikesipplejr.com
Be sure to check out Jon's interview with Katrina on the Talent Magnet Institute Podcast!
This episode is sponsored by People Element.  To learn more about their flexible, all-in-one employee experience and engagement measurement solution visit peopleelement.com.
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 
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Episode 169 - Jon & Wendy welcome back Greg Hawks!

We welcome back Greg Hawks, Owner of Hawks Agency in Edmond, OK!  Greg shares his insights on hosting virtual events, addressing corporate culture issues post pandemic, and much more.  If you know Greg you know his energy can not be contained, even without Diet Mountain Dew.
Greg's recommendations:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/monique-akanbi-phr-shrm-cp-a280151a/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/becky-kington-oct710/
How to reach Greg:
hawksagency.com
To hear Wendy and get a discount ticket for the ERE Digital Conference being held May 25-27, click here.
This episode is sponsored by People Element.  To learn more about their flexible, all-in-one employee experience and engagement measurement solution visit peopleelement.com.
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 
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Episode 168 - Jon & Wendy talk to Gene Hobbs

We talk to Gene Hobbs, Business Manager of Neurosurgery division at UNC Health Care in Chapel Hill, NC.  We discuss his experience moving from hyperbaric technologist to HR, recruiting challenges, medical simulation, and diving in lowlight environments.  It's an amazing conversation you're sure to enjoy.
Gene's recommendation:
https://twitter.com/Linc_Butler
How to reach Gene:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/genehobbs/
https://twitter.com/gene_hobbs
Sign up for Wendy's session with Recruitee on candidate experience 05/27 at 10 AM Eastern at https://go.recruitee.com/candidate-experience-classroom.
This episode is sponsored by People Element.  To learn more about their flexible, all-in-one employee experience and engagement measurement solution visit peopleelement.com.
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 7 PM ET for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 
Be sure to check out our storefront (all profits go to charity): https://www.teepublic.com/user/hrsocialhour

Special Episode - Jon & Wendy talk to Megan Younkin and Tom Horne of People Element

In this special episode, we're joined by Megan Younkin, Senior Experience Manager & Thought Leader and Tom Horne, Branding & Business Development with People Element in Denver, CO.  We talk about how they both came to join People Element, how they help employers improve employee engagement, system improvements, and Kenny G....lots of Kenny G.
Megan's recommendation:
https://twitter.com/alanibbotson
Tom's recommendation:
https://twitter.com/EastSideStaff (Laura Mazzullo)
How to reach Megan:
https://twitter.com/MKY1979
https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganyounkin/
How to reach: 
https://twitter.com/EngagementHr
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomhorne78/
To learn more about People Element, read their blog, and request a demo, visit peopleelement.com.
This episode is sponsored by People Element.