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Dear HR Diary - The Unfiltered Truth You Wish They Taught in Management School
Welcome to "Dear HR Diary," the unfiltered truth you wish they taught in management school. This podcast hosted by, ME, Dawn Hart, a seasoned HR and management professional with over 28 years of experience in the corporate world. Join me and some fantastic guests on a thrilling journey through the trenches of human resources and management, where expertise meets snark, sass, and a plethora of captivating stories.
Drawing from my extensive background in various industries, I will bring you a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the workplace. Each episode is a rollercoaster ride filled with humorous anecdotes, jaw-dropping tales, and invaluable insights. Whether you're an HR professional, a manager trying to decode the complexities of office dynamics, or simply someone who appreciates a good story, this podcast is your go-to destination.
I love to apply my wealth of experience and some valuable tips to the "Dear HR Diary" podcast by diving deep into the nitty-gritty of HR, revealing the human side of human resources and the managing side of managing people. Expect laughter, enlightenment, and a healthy dose of snark and sass. Subscribe now and tune in to uncover the secrets, strategies, and scandals of the corporate world, all narrated with my fun, and sassy signature style. Your weekly dose of HR and management brilliance awaits!
Dear HR Diary - The Unfiltered Truth You Wish They Taught in Management School
S 2 Ep 39: Culture Isn’t Fluff—It’s Fuel: Creating Opportunities and Feedback Loops
In this episode of Dear HR Diary, I sit down with Diane Yarbrough, founder of Castaway and Company, to talk about her incredible career journey starting with Disney and how those experiences shaped her approach to culture, communication, and leadership.
We explore some powerful management and HR practices you can use right now, including:
- Re-Recruiting & Re-Onboarding: Why it’s essential to “re-recruit” your employees by re-onboarding them, showing them their growth matters even after their first 90 days.
- Internal Opportunities: How creating clear career paths and internal opportunities helps keep talent engaged and loyal.
- Stay Conversations: Practical ways to ask your employees why they stay—and how to have open, honest discussions if they’re considering leaving.
- The Impact of Culture: Understanding that culture isn’t just “fluff”—it directly impacts performance, retention, and employee well-being.
- Communication & Feedback Loops: How to build a culture where communication flows both ways and feedback becomes a tool for growth, not fear.
✨ Quote from Diane:
“Culture isn’t just what you write on the wall—it’s what people feel in the halls. If you don’t listen to your employees, they’ll stop talking, and that’s when culture begins to break down.”
Resources for Listeners
- Gallup – State of the Global Workplace Report (for engagement and retention insights)
- SHRM: The Importance of Stay Interviews – SHRM Resource
- Disney Institute Blog (for leadership and culture lessons inspired by Disney)
Connect with Diane Yarbrough
- Website: castawayandcompany.com)
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dianeyarborough
- Email: diane@castawayandcompany.com
👉 If today’s episode sparked ideas for how you can re-recruit, re-onboard, or simply start better conversations with your team, don’t let it stop here. Share this episode with a fellow leader who needs it, and let’s keep building workplaces where people stay because they want to, not because they have to.
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