I sit down with ADHD & self-mastery coach Ian Mai just days after coming off Adderall for the first time in over 10 years.

This episode isn’t about bashing medication (it helped me — until it didn’t). It’s about coming home to yourself. It’s about getting real with the patterns beneath our hyper-productivity. And it’s about the terrifying, necessary, beautiful work of finding yourself again after pushing so hard.

We go way beyond dopamine and planners, and dive into:

• The deeper reasons we can’t focus or follow through
• What impulsivity is trying to protect
• Why medication helps — but might be masking deeper wounds
• The trauma hiding inside our “high performance”
• ADHD, shame, systems, and how we learned to abandon ourselves
• Emotional safety, breathwork, and body-based healing
• The loneliness (and power) of doing life differently

Contact Ian:

• ianmai.co
• linkedin.com/in/ian-mai-coaching

 Contact Christie: 

• linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman
• corporatechristie.com
• @corporatechristie

If you’ve ever tried to tell someone they hurt your feelings, but they made you feel like you were the bad guy—you're not Crazy. You were DARVO'd.

This episode is part education, part memoir, and part spiritual boundary bootcamp. I made it because I don’t want you to waste another year trying to get toxic people to understand you.

I break down:

• What DARVO is (deny, attack, reverse victim and offender)
• How emotionally immature people use it to flip the script
• Why you, the empathetic, conflict-avoidant, peacekeeper, are often the perfect target
• What healthy responses to feedback actually sound like
• How DARVO showed up in my own life — in work, family, and friendships
• Why I chose to go no contact with people who do it
• How to recognize this dynamic in friendships and work
• Scripts you can use to stay grounded when DARVO starts to unfold
• Why “nobody’s allowed to tell you your feelings are wrong or bad” is now my life’s measuring stick
• And why this is a non-negotiable skill if you want to live life as the main character, not a background character in someone else’s chaos

Connect with me

If this episode hit home, I’d love to hear from you!

• 📲 TikTok: @CorporateChristie
• 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/
• 📸 Instagram: @CorporateChristie
• 📺 YouTube: Corporate Christie
• 🌐 Website: www.corporatechristie.com

And if you’re an HR leader ready to stop getting steamrolled and start getting taken seriously, check out The HR Accelerator — my signature course to help you connect employee insights to real business impact.

In today's episode, I sit down with Amy Spurling, CEO of Compt, to unpack the gap between the benefits companies think employees want and what they’ll actually use. Amy shares her journey from CFO to CEO and gives practical tips on how to stop wasting your benefits budget. 

We dive into supporting hybrid teams, building the business case for better benefits, and why perks alone won’t drive retention. This one’s a must-listen for anyone who's tired of guessing what employees want, and need a benefits program that serves more and sucks less. '

🎙️ Connect with Amy Spurling:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyspurling/
Learn more about Compt: https://www.compt.io/

💻 Connect with me:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporate.christie
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporate.christie

Your all hands meeting might be lighting thousands of dollars on fire. Not on purpose. But if your people are zoning out, shopping Amazon, or silently rage-quitting in their heads…that’s exactly what’s happening.

 In this episode:

• Why your all hands might be working against you.
• What "executive ring around the Rosie" is and why it kills engagement.
• How to run an all hands that actually earns trust, engagement, and yep—profit.
• The one leadership moment most CEOs fumble.
• The storytelling tool to make data interesting
• Why skipping Q&A is the fastest way to create backchannel drama.
• Real talk about why you probably don’t need a monthly all hands anyway.
• Learn how to find out if what you're doing is working

If your team dreads these meetings—or worse, feels invisible during them—you’re not just hosting a bad meeting. You’re quietly losing money, trust, and your best people. This episode is your no-BS playbook to fix it before they mentally quit (or actually quit). Stop burning salaries. Start leading meetings that make people lean in—and stay.

📺 Watch on Youtube  https://youtu.be/0PDdBWpumP0

📚 Resources Mentioned

•   Storyteller Tactics by Pip Decks: https://pipdecks.com/
•  🔎 Gallup’s research: https://www.gallup.com/workplace/349484/state-of-the-global-workplace.aspx

💻 Connect with me

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporate.christie
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporate.christie

 In this episode, I respond to Layla Hormozi’s now-viral poster: 'F your mood. Stick to the plan.'

Sure, discipline is sexy. But what happens when sticking to the plan means betraying your health, your instincts, and your actual life?

I talk about:

• How hustle culture wrecked my health, warped my parenting, and distorted my career
• What it’s like to lead a team with humanity, not fear (and still get great results)
• Why posters like Layla’s set the wrong tone for psychological safety at work
• How childhood punishment for “talking back” taught me to stay silent — even when I should’ve called the police as an adult
• What happened when I ignored every red flag and kept hustling through grief, chronic illness, and a divorce… all in the name of resilience

📺 Watch on Youtube 

•  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8K1skuDNww4

💻 Connect with me

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporate.christie
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporate.christie

🧠 Link to Layla Hormozi’s post:

F Your Mood. Stick to the Plan – Layla Hormozi on Instagram

This one’s raw. I just told the truth.

In this first episode of Corporate Christie, I talk about the moment my body shut me down — hard. Not because I was tired, but because I’d been powering through pain for years. It all caught up with me. Burnout wasn’t just a work thing. It was a life thing. And this podcast is going to talk about both.

This isn’t a productivity podcast. It’s not “how to be better at work” without talking about the real stuff getting in your way. We’ll get into that too — because I love giving tactical advice — but first, I had to go through it. And now I’m ready to tell the whole story.

💡 What I cover in this episode:

• The identity crisis that hit after I built something successful
• How childhood conditioning around productivity shaped me
• Why I paused Engagement Academy and how I’m reshaping it
• A cold plunge, a linen closet, and one surprising meditation
• The moment I met 8-year-old me in my mind’s eye — and what she said
• How divorce, loss, and no-contact family choices reshaped my values
• Why we can’t talk about leadership without talking about healing
• And why I’m done pretending life and work are separate

📘 Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Employee Survey Playbook ($49): https://bit.ly/42yQt9T

👉 LinkedIn:  https://bit.ly/42yQt9T

👉 Youtube:  https://bit.ly/4lHZJ2E

👉 TikTok: https://bit.ly/3YGgS2W 

👉 Instagram: https://bit.ly/4jBMe2E

💬 Closing thoughts:

If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t do this anymore,” — good. That feeling might be the start of something better.

You're not broken. You're just waking up. And this show is here to walk through it with you.

This one’s personal. I’m joined by executive coach and friend, Joseph Logan, and we’re diving deep into the emotional side of success. What happens after you’ve “made it” but something still feels… off? 

We talk about identity, leadership, and the moments that crack us open (in a good way). This episode literally sparked my own rebrand. If you’re a high performer who’s hit the top and asked, “Now what?”, this one’s for you. 

Key Themes:
- Success isn’t always what it seems
- Navigating identity beyond achievement
- Coaching high-performers through transitions
- Embracing moments of emotional clarity
- Rebranding when your purpose evolves

Want to talk to Joseph? Connect with him on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephlogan/

Resources:
- Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
- Catch me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
- Let’s connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?

Timestamps:
00:00 – Meet Joseph Logan: Executive Coach to High Performers
00:13 – Why Success Isn’t Always Fulfilling
01:45 – The Episode That Sparked My Rebrand
04:02 – What High Performers Secretly Struggle With
07:50 – How to Lead When You’re Not Alright
12:10 – Coaching Beyond the Resumé
17:25 – Permission to Feel and Rethink Success
21:40 – Identity Shifts at the Top
27:15 – How to Rebuild Purpose After Burnout
31:00 – Final Thoughts: Be Brave Enough to Change

In today’s episode, I’m spilling the beans on how to avoid a tech headache and choose HR software that actually works. From filtering out vendor fluff to getting buy-in from your people, this is your no-BS guide to shopping smarter, not harder. 

Whether you’re leading your first tech rollout or just sick of being bamboozled by shiny demos, this one’s packed with tips that’ll save your budget... and your sanity.

Key Themes
- Create your HR tech must-have wishlist
- Use employee feedback to guide decisions
- Rely on trusted sources beyond Google
- Own the demo, don’t let sales charm you
- Get buy-in from managers and employees

Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Choosing the Right HR Tech
01:52 – Ask Employees for Pain Points
03:00 – Don’t Trust Google: Do Deeper Research
11:03 – Control the Demo Conversation
15:09 – Ask Employees for Pain Points (Again, for Good Reason!)

Resources:
- Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
- Catch me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
- Let’s connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?

Let’s talk about why you’re not getting hired and what to do about it. In this episode, I’m diving into the sneaky mistakes you might be making in interviews, how to keep your cool, and why knowing your numbers (yep, even revenue ones!) can totally change the game. 

Whether you’re changing industries or just super nervous, I’ve got practical, fun, HR-approved tips to help you nail your next interview with confidence and clarity.

Key Themes:
- How to prep smarter for interviews
- Staying calm under pressure
- Talking transferable skills with confidence
- Linking your impact to business metrics
- Building real connection with interviewers

Resources:
- Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
- Catch me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
- Let’s connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?

Ever feel like your brain is juggling 1,000 things at once? Welcome to the world of ADHD in HR! In this episode, I chat with ADHD coach Ian Mai about what ADHD really is, why it’s not just about being “easily distracted,” and how to manage it at work. 

We cover simple strategies like box breathing, movement, and dopamine management, plus why self-love is the ultimate productivity hack. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in a spiral, this one’s for you!

Key Themes:

• Understanding ADHD – Myths, misconceptions & modern challenges
• Box breathing for focus – A tool to stop spiraling thoughts
• Movement & dopamine – Why your body needs to move to focus
• Boundaries & self-care – Protecting energy & avoiding burnout
• Routines that work – Small habits for big ADHD-friendly wins

Resources:

• For more about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join our community for insights & engagement strategies: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• Let’s connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/
• Ian's Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-mai-inner-strength/
• Ian's website - https://www.ianmai.co/

Bad managers = bad culture. It’s science. Okay, it’s Gallup, but still. In this episode, I sit down with manager whisperer Katie Ceccarini to talk about why most engagement surveys fail, how managers make or break company culture, and why training your leaders is the best investment you can make. 

Plus, we cover how to get execs to actually care about leadership development (hint: it involves money). If you’ve ever had a manager so bad it felt personal, you need this episode.

Key Themes:

• Why bad managers are ruining your culture
• How to train managers to lead, not micromanage
• The real reason engagement surveys don’t work
• How to make execs care about leadership training
• Why HR can’t fix engagement without manager buy-in

Resources:

• For more information about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?
• Katie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-ceccarini/
• Katie’s website: https://www.enduranceboss.com/

If your employees are disengaged, there’s a 70% chance their manager is the problem. Yep, career development (or the lack of it) is a make-or-break factor for retention, engagement, and productivity.

In today's episode, I chat with career development expert Julie Winkle Giulioni about why leaders avoid career conversations, how to make them easier, and the one shift managers need to stop feeling overwhelmed!

Key themes:

• Why career development isn’t a ‘one-and-done’ task
• How bad managers kill engagement (without realizing it)
• The “fix-it reflex” and why it’s sabotaging your team
• Psychological safety and its role in retention
• How AI tools can make career development easier

Resources:

• For more information about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join the community to learn more about scoring, analysis, and using engagement data to drive decisions that matter: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?
• Julie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliewinklegiulioni/
• Get Julie’s book Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: https://amzn.to/4glOLMC

Ever feel like your job description is just a suggestion? Like one minute you’re handling payroll, the next you’re planning an engagement strategy, and somehow you’re also in charge of hiring?! 

HR, People Ops, and Talent Management are NOT the same thing, but many of you are doing all three. No wonder you’re exhausted. In this episode, we’re breaking it down: what these roles actually do, why job titles are all over the place, and how to figure out which lane you belong in (before you lose your mind 🙂).

Key Themes:

• HR, people ops & talent = the house metaphor
• You’re probably doing too many jobs (send help)
• Your job title is lying to you!
• Why your team is too small & your sanity is at risk
• Find your HR sweet spot & stick to it

Resources:

• For more info on the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join our community for HR & engagement insights: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• TikTok (for the HR tea ☕): https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• Instagram (for workplace memes & wisdom): https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• LinkedIn (so we can actually fix your HR struggles): https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/

Handling negative employee feedback is an HR nightmare… or is it? 🤔 In this episode, I share a game-changing mindset shift that will help you stop taking feedback personally and start using it to drive real change. 

Instead of feeling overwhelmed, you’ll learn how to think like a director, not an actor, so you can lead with confidence. Plus, I’ll show you how AI can make this process WAY easier, saving you time, energy, and stress. 

It's time make feedback your new secret weapon 🎬✨

Key Themes:

• Shift your mindset: Feedback is a guide, not an attack
• Become a director, not an actor!
• Why negative survey results mean employees still have hope
• The power of framing feedback in business terms for execs
• How AI can help HR process survey data faster
• How to stop losing sleep over employee complaints

Resources:

• More information on Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join my HR community: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?
• AI for HR: My YouTube Video on AI: https://youtu.be/8ACiYxhiZWg

We’ve all seen it happen, an amazing employee gets promoted, and suddenly… everything falls apart. They’re stressed, their team is struggling, and leadership is wondering, “Where did we go wrong?”.

In this episode, I break down why top performance is not equal to leadership potential and how understanding the Rock Star vs. Superstar framework can help you promote the right people for the right reasons. Get this wrong, and you’re looking at burnout, disengagement, and costly turnover. Get it right? You’ll build stronger, more engaged teams and a thriving company culture.

Key Themes:

• Why your best performer might not be leadership material
• Rock Star vs. Superstar: Who should REALLY get promoted?
• The one critical question to ask before a promotion
• How misaligned promotions kill morale, productivity, and profits
• How to avoid setting new managers (and their teams) up for failure

Resources:

• For more info about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join the community to master engagement strategies: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?
• Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en

An employee handbook isn’t just a stack of rules, it’s your HR safety net! This week, my amazing guest, friend and member of the Engagement Academy, Halisi Tambuzi, breaks down why a comprehensive, legally sound handbook is ESSENTIAL for your teams. 

From gamifying your handbook during onboarding to make sure employees read it, to the top policies you can’t skip, Halisi explains how to create a handbook that supports employees and protects the company. 

Plus, Halisi shares the benefits of regular audits, what they cost, and why ignoring them could lead to a workplace investigation HR nightmare. 

Key Themes

• How to gamify employee handbooks for engagement
• The top must-have policies for every handbook
• Why HR audits are a smart investment
• Legal risks of skipping compliance updates
• Supporting employees through clear, flexible policies

Resources

• Halisi’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/halisi-tambuzi-657b7227/
• For more information about Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?

Hiring doesn’t need to be a marathon! In this episode, I break down why four interviews are all it takes to hire the right candidate—and why anything more could be a waste of EVERYONE'S time. 

Backed by data, we explore how limiting interviews protects your sanity, improves candidate experience, and strengthens your employer brand. Plus, practical tips to push back on those “just one more interview” requests and keep your hiring process running smoothly 🙂

Key Topics:
- Four interviews are the ideal number for hiring.
- Over-interviewing harms your employer brand.
- Streamlined hiring protects employee and candidate time.
- Hold hiring managers accountable to avoid process chaos.
- Engagement starts with a well-organized interview process.

Resources:
- For more information about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
- Join the community to learn more about scoring, analysis, and using engagement data to drive decisions that matter: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
- My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
- My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/ so we can talk about the specific issues unfolding at your organization
- The research: https://www.inc.com/michael-schneider/5-years-of-google-data-reveals-number-of-interviews-it-takes-to-find-perfect-candidate.html#:~:text=In%20other%20words%2C%20%22four%20interviews,of%20diminishing%20returns%20set%20in.

Are you stepping into your next HR role or preparing for a CEO interview? Don’t settle for a leader who doesn’t value employee engagement. In this episode, I dive into the must-ask questions to identify a CEO who aligns with HR values.

👉 In fact, I even made a template for you! 👀 https://bit.ly/49RMqaA

From probing turnover rates to gauging their approach to negative feedback, I’ll help you navigate potential pitfalls and find a leader who’s ready to partner with you on driving engagement and revenue!

Key Themes:

• Asking CEOs key questions to gauge priorities
• Spotting red flags in CEO responses
• Evaluating turnover and feedback-handling strategies
• Importance of aligning managers with company values
• Partnering with CEOs for better engagement outcomes

Resources:

• For more information about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join the community to learn more about scoring, analysis, and using engagement data to drive decisions that matter: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/

Surveys are key to unlocking engagement, but how do you get employees to take them? In this episode, I’m sharing fun, actionable strategies HR leaders can use to boost survey participation, from getting executive buy-in to creative reminders and manager involvement.

Plus, we dive into why survey fatigue isn’t real when done right and how tailoring messages to different audiences can skyrocket your response rates. Ready to make surveys work for you? Let’s get into it!

Key Themes:

•  Get executives on board with survey goals.
•  Address employee scepticism from past survey failures.
•  Tailor survey messaging to your audience.
•  Gamify participation rates to drive competition.
•  Use creative and consistent reminders to boost responses.

Resources Section:

• For more information about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join the community to learn more about scoring, analysis, and using engagement data to drive decisions that matter: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/
• Get Executive Support: Tie surveys to business growth to gain buy-in. (script here: https://bit.ly/4iOqnpl)

Scaling the business isn’t just about hiring more people, no , no. it’s about refining processes to avoid culture chaos. In this episode, Nahed Khairallah and I dive into how documenting, reviewing, and improving processes can drive efficiency and earn you respect in the boardroom. 

From mastering the language of business to using data for smarter decisions, we tackle scaling challenges, remote work pitfalls, and how to command influence as an HR leader.

Key Themes:

• Scaling processes to avoid culture decline
• Using data to influence leadership decisions
• Mastering the language of business for HR
• Challenges of remote work and return-to-office
• Proactive HR strategies to drive growth

Resources

• For more about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join the community: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/
• Nahed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khairallahnahed/

In the final episode of the survey series, we dive into the "made-up" but critical, manager survey format 🥳 With 70% of disengagement tied to managers, it's time to stop overlooking their impact. This episode offers a clear, non-intimidating approach to rolling out manager surveys that foster growth, build stronger teams, and create a more engaged workforce!

Learn why this survey is a game-changer and how it fits into a strategic survey cadence that doesn't overwhelm your team but ensures lasting results.

Key themes:

• Turning feedback into growth, not drama
• Building trust through transparency
• Survey cadence: keeping it cool and consistent
• Managers: the secret sauce to engagement
• Making surveys a team-building adventure

Resources:

• Manager Survey Playbook: Google Drive File
• Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join the community: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Follow Christie on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/

Pulse surveys are your secret weapon for digging deeper into employee engagement without risking survey fatigue! This episode unpacks how to position these quick, qualitative surveys with employees, sell their value to executives, and turn their insights into meaningful change. 

Whether you're navigating disengagement or improving employee experiences, these tools are key to making a measurable business impact. This is your guide to using pulse surveys for smarter HR strategies!

Key Themes:

• Create actionable pulse surveys with ease. 
• Overcome fears of “too many surveys.” 
• Unlock deep qualitative insights effortlessly. 
• Communicate pulse survey value to executives. 
• Use pulse surveys for real business impact. 

Resources:

• For more information about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join the community to learn more about scoring, analysis, and using engagement data to drive decisions that matter: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• My LinkedIn (to discuss specific issues in your organization): https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/

Engagement surveys: love them or hate them, you still need them! In this episode, I reveal how to tame this pesky beast and turn it into your HR superpower.

We’ll speak about negative feedback, Gallup’s 12 magic questions, and build an employee hierarchy of needs that actually makes sense. Warning: This episode may cause you to enjoy engagement surveys (Side effects include execs finally listening to you and employees actually being happy 🙂)

Key Themes:

•  Gallup’s 12 questions: A proven HR framework (you need these!)
•  Feedback: Insights, not insults
•  Data that speaks the executives language
•  Why managers drive engagement more than HR

Resources:

• Learn more about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Join our community for more resources: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• TikTok: HR tips and a little fun: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• Instagram: HR wisdom, delivered visually: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• LinkedIn: Let’s talk HR solutions: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?
• Employee hierarchy of needs resource: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RcyiDE4zFzZxRwsEkPWVoxzo2FVP1oB2Xo7jkyCSryw/edit?tab=t.0

In this episode, I break down the magic of eNPS—your ultimate tool for gauging employee sentiment and driving change 🚗 Learn how to calculate scores, decode what they mean, and use them to get execs on board with engagement strategies.

Whether your team is thriving or grumpy, eNPS gives you a clear snapshot of how they really feel. Let’s dive into why it’s a must-have for every HR pro’s toolkit and how to use it to make your workplace a better place to be 🙂

Key Themes:

• eNPS Basics: What it is and how it works
• Score Breakdown: Detractors, Passives, and Promoters
• Turning grumpy feedback into golden opportunities 👎 → 🏆
• Talk data, not drama, with execs.
• Pro Tips: Maximizing eNPS for employee engagement

Resources:

• For more information about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
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Ever feel like HR is speaking a different language? This episode breaks down how HR can connect with employees by ditching the jargon and explaining things clearly. 

We dive into making benefits accessible, sharing examples of confusing acronyms, and the impact of plain communication on engagement. Let’s bridge the gap, build a supportive environment, and make sure no one’s left feeling confused or out of the loop. Because when everyone’s on the same page, everyone wins!

Key topics:

• Communicating without jargon for better engagement
• Making benefits accessible with clear language
• Empathy in explaining HR terms and tools
• Creating an “acronym cheat sheet” for clarity
• Explaining survey purposes for increased participation

Key resources:

• For more information about the Engagement Academy: https://bit.ly/46ceyDt
• My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporatechristie?lang=en
• My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corporatechristie/?hl=en
• My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiehoffman/?