The ASHHRA Podcast
The ASHHRA Podcast is the definitive audio briefing for healthcare HR leaders navigating what’s next.
Hosted by Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan, this weekly podcast explores the forces reshaping the healthcare workforce, from talent shortages and leadership burnout to data-driven HR strategy, labor relations, and policy shifts that impact care delivery.
Each episode features candid conversations with CHROs, senior executives, and industry change-makers who are solving real problems inside hospitals and health systems right now. No theory, no fluff, just practical insight from leaders in the arena.
Listeners gain clarity on complex workforce challenges, early signals on emerging trends, and grounded perspectives that help bridge strategy and people operations. Whether you lead HR for a health system, support workforce strategy, or influence organizational culture, this podcast equips you to make better decisions with confidence.
New episodes drop weekly, with timely news updates, deep-dive conversations, and forward-looking insights designed for healthcare HR leaders preparing for 2026 and beyond.
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#137 - The Lasting Impact Of Effective Training
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We're excited to bring you the latest episode of the ASHHRA Podcast, featuring the return of a special guest, Kris Baird! As the CEO and President of The Baird Group, Kris has decades of experience helping healthcare organizations transform their cultures, improve patient experiences, and develop high-performing teams.
In this episode, Kris dives deep into two impactful topics that are vital for healthcare professionals: "How to Make Training Stick" and "How to Think Like a Marketer." These discussions are packed with actionable insights that you can implement in your organization to elevate your team's performance and service delivery.
Here’s a sneak peek of what you'll learn:
- The importance of aligning training with your brand, corporate culture, values, and strategic goals.
- How to plan effectively for training, ensuring it is not just a one-time event but a meaningful starting point for new behaviors.
- The concept of "drip campaigns" for continuous reinforcement and the pivotal role of leadership in making training stick.
- Ways to measure the ROI of training, integrating data-driven approaches for better engagement and retention.
Kris shares her expertise on creating a holistic ecosystem for training, addressing common gaps, and offering practical solutions. Her approach emphasizes the significance of prework assessments, focused training, and thorough follow-up.
Interested in diving deeper? Don't miss out on the opportunity to hear Kris's insightful session from last year's ASHHRA conference on "How to Think Like Marketers." If you need assistance accessing the recorded sessions, feel free to reach out to us at the podcast.
For more information, valuable resources, or to connect with Kris Baird directly, visit baird-group.com or email her at kris@baird-group.com.
We hope you enjoy this enlightening episode and encourage you to share your thoughts and feedback with us.
Happy listening!
Best regards,
The ASHHRA Podcast Team
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