
The Human Resource
The Human Resource brings in industry professionals to talk about current HR issues as well as chatting about important HR topics.
Episodes
138 episodes
What the DOL Requires
Every employer needs to know the basic information required to be maintained on all of their employees according to the Department of Labor. In this episode, Pandy will walk you through the lists of information employers are to have, and how to...
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15:59

Religious Discrimination Guidance
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects sincerely held religious beliefs, but are you training your management teams to understand this? In this episode, Pandy explains how one company violated Title VII and what you should do so not...
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13:15

Are You DOT Compliant?
Do you have trucks at your company? Are you compliant? The Department of Transportation oversees more than just CDL drivers and vehicles—which is something many companies may be unaware of. Mike Cicak with Sheakley has been advising companies o...
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16:47

New OSHA Rules for 2025
Are you prepared for the new OSHA guidance? Were you aware they increased fines by 10 - 15%? OSHA effects every business in one way or another; in this show Pandy reviews the most recent updates, some that begin to go into effect starting July ...
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9:12

Preparing for an ICE Raid
They may come or they may not, so let's not panic. ICE raids are on the increase, but if management is doing their due diligence, hysteria should not be creeping into your business. Karl Ulrich with Sebaly, Shillito + Dyer joins Pandy to review...
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17:46

Reverse Discrimination For Real
It's official—The Supreme Court has made their decision. The 52-year-old McDonnell Douglas case prevails; those who feel they have been discriminated against in employment decisions can now seek justice. Karl Ulrich with Sebaly, Shillito & ...
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16:30

Change Management in HR
Does anyone think they handle change correctly? Richard Carson, author of The "Book of Change", joins Pandy to share how management teams can introduce and orchestrate change to achieve success. Since change is the only constant in the universe...
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18:07

Introducing Jon Colby
When management teams need a speaker to motivate, inspire and creatively train, Jon Colby is the man to call. Recognized by MSN.com as one of the top ten leading speakers to follow in 2025, Colby shares his unique approach to presenting crucial...
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15:54

What Is Documentation?
Documentation is one of the most crucial parts of Human Resources and yet it's the one area that can be improved upon in any organization. Learn what is considered to be documentation and what can be subpoenaed if you ever get pulled into court...
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17:09

Costly HR Mistakes to Avoid
No one is perfect but if we can prevent a mistake, why aren't we doing that? Learn what some consider to be the most common HR mistakes to avoid and then compare those to what Pandy has on her list. You may be surprised...
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18:17

WHD; Updates on 1099 vs. W2
Update your records and audit your payroll; the Wage and Hour Division has published new information concerning the meaning of "employment relationship" and the significance of that determination in applying provisions of the Fair Labor Standar...
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10:36

The True Definition of Insubordination
What does your handbook say about insubordination? Do you have it clearly defined? Have you taught your management team when an act of emotion is protected by the NLRA and may not be disciplined? Join Pandy as she reviews the differences in the...
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11:13

Recent Lawsuits of the EOCC
"What were they thinking?" In this episode, Pandy reviews recent lawsuits filed by the EEOC on preventable and yet costly mistakes involving discrimination of age, disabilities and pregnancy. Join her as she reviews where the mistakes occurred ...
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18:51

They Smell Like What?
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...
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14:20

The Exit Conversation
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...
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14:01

Furlough vs. Laid Off
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...
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14:44

EEOC Crackdown
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...
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14:34

Human Resource Assessment?
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 ...
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13:28

Intolerance of Intolerance
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...
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22:39

What Happened to DEI?
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...
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17:43

Updates on Independent Contractors
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...
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18:32

Trust Me
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...
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18:07

Rethinking Two Week's Notice
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...
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