The most difficult conversation in HR is the one that involves hygiene or odors but in this episode Pandy has tips on how to have those crucial conversations with confidence. Join Pandy as she shares a blog by Marisa Eckberg with Grey Owl HR in...

We all have an idea what an exit interview is, but what about all the employment details that must be considered when an employee separates from the company? Employment verification? Do they owe us any monies or PTO? Do we owe them any reimburs...

In the realm of HR, the words 'furlough' and 'laid off' are desperately avoided, but when the time comes, do you know which to use and how to implement these processes? In this episode, Pandy discusses the differences of each and what companies...

The EEOC has announced its intention to switch gears and focus on anti-discrimination protections to include portions of the PWFA final rules and employment laws against illegal preference of non-American workers over American workers under Tit...

What do you know? As an HR representative, what are your strengths and opportunities? How can you be confident of your expertise if you haven't assessed your knowledge? It takes more then a certification or degree to be an HR expert in today's ...

Scott Warrick returns to discuss the importance of a culture based on safety and tolerance. Employers can't tell employees to accept each other but you can require that everyone be tolerant, assuring that all employees have a safe and secure wo...

Change in Human Resources has never been so apparent as the major shift away from diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the workplace. What can companies do to maintain a balanced workforce? Scott Warrick is in the studio talking about th...

Do you understand the real difference between an independent contractor and a W2 employee? The legal aspects of that difference? Faith Whitaker, Employment Practice Group Chair and Partner at Dinsmore & Shohl joins Pandy to review the key p...

Do you trust your Manager? Do your employees trust you? Tracy LaLonde, author of Trust Me joins Pandy in this episode to discuss her newest book. Described as the "insider's guide to being the go-to person at work" her book talks about how trus...

Robert Glazer, author of "Rethinking the Two Week Notice" joins Pandy in this episode to talk about his newest book. Learn how to communicate with your employees to properly identify performance issues and poor retention. Robert challenges busi...

Does your company have a policy for AI use by employees? Dave Hatter returns to discuss with Pandy elements of an AI policy for employees, how much AI can affect employee performance, and how to control the new found "time" employees are discov...

How much AI is your workforce using to do their work? Are you even aware of what types of AI they are using on a daily basis? How reliable it is? How accurate? Did you know that AI can hallucinate? Dave Hatter with InTrust IT joins Pandy to tal...

What is your body language telling your employees? Are you even aware of how you're acting or posturing around your team? In this episode Pandy shares 5 things you should be watching in regards to body language from you and your employees. You ...

From the Department of Labor to the National Labor Relations Board look for change as the new administration takes their place in Washington. We all know change is the only constant in the universe but will you be able to keep up with the many ...

The US Department of Labor announced that OSHA finalized the rule on proper fit requirements for personal protective equipment in construction on December 11, 2024. In this episode Pandy reminds any organization utilizing PPE of the importance ...

Tis the season for festivities and company parties but are you thinking about the risks you may be taking if these events are not well thought out? Open bars and mandatory attendance are disasters waiting to happen. In this episode Pandy gives ...

Did you realize that Supervisors can be sued as well as the employer? Scott Warrick, attorney and HR Consultant in Columbus joins Pandy in this episode about bystander laws and the risks of not speaking up as a Supervisor.

Contracts or agreements with "stay or pay" provisions are under attack by the NLRB. If you're using a payback agreement for any reason; recruiting fees, education repayments, sign-on bonuses, you need to listen to this show. Pandy shares the co...

How much are you babysitting when employees request time off or sick time? Does it really matter why they need time off from work? Pandy references the New York City initiative to add sick time for employees to use for their pets. Based on a pa...

Who are you enabling? What are you enabling? In this episode Pandy walks through a checklist of questions to help you identify who and what you are enabling in the workplace. Learn to identify and address those that enable and those that are be...

In this episode Pandy reminds us of the importance of eliminating harassment of any kind. How much is the harassing or discriminating behavior costing your company? Stop ignoring, stop enabling and deal with the harassment in your workplace usi...

Would it surprise you to know that falls are the #1 cited safety violation in the workplace this year? Start your new workplace safety program by listening to this episode where Pandy shares the top ten cited violations by OSHA. Though the numb...

Does your state require that employees be paid to vote on election day? Have you educated yourself on the state voting laws of your remote workers? Don't wait until it's too late and your workforce is leaving the building to vote ... while stil...

With the popularity of recreational and medical marijuana how is a company to enforce a drug policy? Just finding employees that don't use marijuana is a struggle but ignoring the possible risks and harm drug use can have in the workplace is no...

Did you know that Montana is the only state in the US that does not recognize at-will employment? Companies rely on at-will employment as a safety net for employment decisions but at the same time courts across the country are challenging the o...