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Episode 25- show notes:
In this episode, Craig Raway joins the AssetHour podcast to discuss his role as an Account Manager with Gwen Kelly, the host of the fireside chats.
Discussed in this episode:
- Meet Craig Raway
- Craig's Journey at AssetHR
- Craig's Personal Life and Hobbies
- Client Connections and Experiences
- Future Aspirations for AssetHR
More from Craig:
Craig earned a bachelor’s degree in business management with an HR Specialization in December of 2014 from Rasmussen College. Craig started with AssetHR the following November of 2015. A majority of Craig’s time is spent implementing new clients onto our HRIS platform and Account Management.
He enjoys the opportunity to help a wide variety of clients gain efficiency in what they do with the products and services that AssetHR offers. “The most exciting part of working for a small company is the impact you can have. Working in a larger company, having your ideas heard can be difficult & getting changes made can be even harder. Here I am given a greater ability to make changes immediately”
When Craig isn’t paying attention to detail and being responsive to clients when they need assistance, he spends his time on the tennis courts instructing players of different ages and abilities, developing kids as players and people. He also partakes in playing as many rounds of golf as possible before the season's weather changes!
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Craig: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-raway-2049a218/
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71 & https://assethr.com/brain-cancer-research-foundation-event/
Episode 24- show notes:
In this episode, Connor Dudley joins the AssetHour podcast to discuss his role as an Account Manager with Gwen Kelly, the host of the fireside chats.
Discussed in this episode:
- Meet Connor Dudley: From family friend to account manager at Asset HR
- Longtime friendship with Joey Kelly and how a parent-trap moment led to his career
- What Connor does at Asset HR
- Connor’s update: recently engaged, wedding plans in Maui, and yes—the beard is staying
- The true value of a tight-knit workplace: trust, support, and connection
More from Connor:
Connor is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, where he earned degrees in both Human Resource Development and Business and Marketing Education. He also earned minors in Human Resources and Industrial Relations and Leadership.
He joined AssetHR in 2017 as an intern and took on a full-time position where he builds and maintains time in iSolved and is responsible for training new employees and new admins in the system. Connor enjoys working with clients on a one-on-one basis and is passionate about helping clients solve problems facing their business; he is known for being a friendly and knowledgeable resource for our valued customers.
When Connor is not problem-solving tricky time builds and blended overtime calculations, he spends his time playing soccer and softball. In addition, he enjoys reading, cooking, and watching classic films. He may also be found making his annual pilgrimage to South Bend to watch Notre Dame football games!
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Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-dudley/
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71 & https://assethr.com/brain-cancer-research-foundation-event/
Episode 23- show notes:
In this episode, Will DuPont joins the AssetHour podcast to discuss his new videography business, DuPont Productions. DuPont Productions specializes in creating compelling video content that connects businesses with their audiences!
Discussed in this episode:
- Will and Chris's history throughout the years.
- Will's background in commercial real estate and esports.
- What prompted Will to create DuPont Productions?
- The importance and value of video content.
- What makes Will stand out compared to his competitors?
- Advice for small businesses looking to branch into video content.
- How can Will help your business today?
More from Will:
Will is a video content specialist focused on telling stories through videos. He focuses on capturing content that drives fan engagement on multiple social media platforms such as YouTube, Twitter, and many others. Will recently worked in the Esports industry with the tier one organization Version1 + Minnesota RØKKR, where he had the opportunity to capture video content with not just players but, organization business partners and leaders. These videos have been everything from direct partner asks to organic behind-the-scenes content targeted at engaging the esports community as a whole. Using multiple styles of capturing content and video editing, Will has been able to not only satisfy sponsors' needs but, have helped grow the brand and fanbase of Version1 + RØKKR.
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Will: https://www.dupont-productions.com & linkedin.com/in/will-dupont-baa320b7
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71 & https://assethr.com/brain-cancer-research-foundation-event/
Episode 22- show notes:
In this episode, Kate and Nolan Hsu join the AssetHour podcast to discuss the Brain Cancer Research Alliance Foundation (BCRA). In partnership with AssetHR, they have teamed up to coordinate a Gala in Minnesota on October 26, 2024. Listen now to hear how the HSU family fights against cancer and how you can help prosper change in the development of brain cancer research.
Discussed in this episode:
- Nolan and Kate's journey fighting against brain cancer.
- The creation of BCRA was established in 2021.
- Lack of innovation in brain cancer treatment compared to other cancers.
- Goals for the BCRA over the next decade: removing the fear of brain cancer.
- AssetHR partnership with BCRA.
- Fundraising approach and upcoming events.
Brain Cancer Research Alliance:
The mission of the Brain Cancer Research Alliance is to raise awareness and funding for brain cancer research and ultimately enable new treatment options. Through partnerships with related industry and nonprofit organizations and coordinating fundraising events, we aim to fuel our efforts and bring support to the brain cancer community.
The end goal is to change the treatment paradigm and help bring forward new treatments for brain cancer patients within the next decade.
Upcoming Events:
Rock for a Reason: https://givebutter.com/Rock_For_A_Reason
An Evening to Support Brain Cancer: https://givebutter.com/c/BCRA_Boston_24
Harvesting Elegance for a Cure: https://givebutter.com/Harvest_A_Cure
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BCRA: https://givebutter.com/brain-cancer-research-alliance
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71 & https://assethr.com/brain-cancer-research-foundation-event/
Episode 21- show notes:
In this episode, Rocky LaGrone joins the AssetHour podcast to speak on the science of sales hiring. Chris and Rocky discuss the ins and outs of being a salesperson through their own experiences. If you are interested in learning more about Rocky and the science of sales hiring, AssetHR is hosting a webinar in partnership with Rocky for a more in-depth understanding!
Discussed in this episode:
- What do employers need to know during the hiring process?
- Why is hiring salespersons difficult?
- Overview of topics that will be discussed in the upcoming webinar on the science of sales hiring with guest speaker Rocky.
- Importance of transferrable systematic approach when hiring associates.
- What does an ideal salesperson look like?
- Self-selecting compensation plans, are they efficient?
- Companies can halt business growth due to the misunderstanding of their sales team.
- Technology has changed the sales process.
- The importance of putting the same amount of revenue and effort into technology as we do to our staff.
- Building connections and trust is the foundation of sales.
- People are more likely to invest in someone whom they trust, rather than depending upon the price.
- Why should people invest in a sales advisor?
More about Rocky:
Rocky is a seasoned sales development expert with over 30 years in sales development and sales hiring systems, tools, and processes. As a sales veteran, Rocky has worked with a myriad of organizations from global billion-dollar organizations to small growing companies and everything in between. Throughout his career, Rocky has worked intimately with thousands of companies of all sizes in various industries and has found one thing to be true. Transition and change in business are not only difficult but inevitable. He thrives in the evolutionary environment undergoing a new product offering, new leadership, new technology, and changing business landscape, having experienced each of these many times with my clients.
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Rocky: rocky@salesdevelopmentexpert.com & 518-378-8456
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71 & 651-336-8744
Episode 20- Show Notes:
Short description:
In this episode, Jaime Taets shares about her newly released book "The Culture Climb" which is named as a best seller on Amazon! Chris and Jaime hit on a few key points of the book and share the importance of understanding employees needs to create a solid foundation of culture in the workplace.
Discussed in this episode:
- How companies can move from good to great as a team
- How leaders can elevate their culture environment
- Why culture and values are the biggest reasons why employees jump ship to different corporations
- How to understand the needs of employees and adapting accordingly
- Everyday actions make or break workplace culture
- How to create a sense of belonging
- How can companies bring the five generations of workers in the workplace together?
- How to utilize strengths of younger individuals in other departments
- How to measure culture in terms of ROI (or ROR!)
A CEO, public speaker, author, podcast host, and thought leader, Jaime Taets is focused on helping individuals and companies get past whatever is holding them back from achieving what they are capable of.
Keystone Group International focuses on leadership development, organizational strategy, growth, and change. Jaime’s belief that strong leadership and a change-resilient culture are the foundation for sustainable growth drives her work with clients. Harnessing her own leadership experiences, she inspires real and sometimes challenging discussions about the crossroads between high-performance and healthy change.
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Jaime: https://www.amazon.com/Culture-Climb-Build-Maximizes-Impact/dp/1639080325
Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71/
Episode 19- show notes:
In this episode, Janell Stanton from The Compliance Center and Wagner, Falconer & Judd, Ltd. takes over AssetHour to speak on Disability Accommodations in work-from-home and hybrid environments.
Discussed in this episode:
- Who holds liability for workers that are working in hybrid or fully remote positions
- Whether companies have to continue to provide accommodations to WFH employees post pandemic
- The two main laws requiring employers to provide accommodations in the workplace
- How workplace policies are evolving
- How to customize accommodations on an employee by employee basis
- What a company should do if they have no policies in place
- How to spot an accommodation request
More about Janell:
Janell Stanton is a Senior Associate at WFJ, the law firm that powers the Compliance Center. She focuses her practice on management-side HR and employment law, employment litigation, and corporate law. Janell advises management on strategies, methods, and policies designed to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws and minimize risk and exposure to litigation.
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Janell: linkedin.https://wfjlawfirm.com/attorneys/janell-stanton/
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 18- show notes:
In this episode, Kirk Cristilly from Highpoint shares the importance of safety and why businesses should make this a top priority.
Discussed in this episode:
- What are the main OSHA requirements one should follow if they own a business?
- Are employers required to provide safety training to employees?
- What is recordable under OSHA’s Recordkeeping Regulations?
- What are the most common OSHA violations?
- What occurs if you have an OSHA violation?
- How should one prepare and inform themselves on OSHA regulations?
More about Kirk:
HighPoint EH & S is a company with over 40 years of Health, Safety, Environmental and D.O.T. experience. Kirk’s background includes over 11 years of work for Safety-Kleen, a national company specializing in hazardous waste and environmental services. He specifically dealt with facility inspections from county, state and federal regulatory agencies, monitoring facility inventory, health and safety compliance/training and overseeing fleet management.
Kirk has extensive knowledge and understanding of EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), DOT (Department of Transportation) and OSHA (Occupation Safety and Health Administration) regulations and compliance training.
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Kirk: linklinkedin.com/in/kirk-cristilly-b7b991b0 & highpointehs.com
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 17- show notes:
In this episode, Brent Silkey shares of his organization 30 for Freedom. He shares of his background of being a pastor and how he raises awareness on sex trafficking.
Discussed in this episode:
- How being a youth pastor has shaped his influence on others
- How running has changed his life to raise funds to make a difference in people’s lives
- The statistics of human trafficking and how this is not only a global issue but a local issue
- How can one help?
- How to stay safe against online trafficking
More about Brent:
Rev. Brent D. Silkey is the Director of Saint Paul Chi Alpha giving college students the opportunity to find Jesus and follow Him for a lifetime. He also serves as the founder of the 30 for Freedom movement which exists to end sex trafficking in our lifetime. Brent is an ordained minister and has been serving the next generation for the last eighteen years in both youth and college ministry. Brent’s greatest joy is being a husband and father.
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Brent: 30forfreedom.org & linkedin.com/in/brent-silkey-5b7849b6
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 15- show notes:
In this episode, Lina Tonk joins AssetHour Host Chris Kelly to discuss their friendship and promote the upcoming AssetHR x iSolved event in May!
Roadshow signup: Please feel free to click the link below to register for our event in May!
https://isolved.swoogo.com/isolved-assethr-showcase/begin?i=ELg7VO_MIqdWBab8jVOxcON-xlrYU-1k
Discussed in this episode:
- How Lina’s leadership and impact have grown in the HR community through her role at isolved
- How a focus on family impacts the way she conducts business
- Information on the isolved Roadshow, how did Lina come up with this idea?
- How isolved’s growth is determined based on the growth needs of existing clients
- Encouraging customer appreciation and connecting the community
- Making a commitment to the customers to service everyone as a whole
- What to do with a client who is not feeling satisfied and how to exceed their expectations
- Being able to grow and serve for your partners, allowing them to be your roadmap to continue to innovate
- The importance of having a solid relationship with your partnerships
More about Lina: Lina is B2B digital marketer and CMO of isolved, AssetHR’s HCM partner. A leader in employee experience, passionate about demand gen, GTM strategies, and Brand that impacts revenue growth, Lina has been a longtime supporter of AssetHR’s client growth and is focused on empowering those she works with.
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Lina: linkedlinkedin.com/in/linamtonk & https://www.isolvedbenefitservices.com/why-isolved
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 14- show notes:
In this episode, Stan Hamann joins AssetHour Host Chris Kelly to discuss the importance of transparency for leaders!
Discussed in this episode:
- Stan’s career in leadership
- How leadership has changed over the years
- Building a company and what you can learn from past mistakes
- Leveraging a prong approach in your business model
- Entrepreneur leadership acquisition
- Importance of honesty and transparency when working in teams
- How to navigate hard conversations
- Why news is news, it’s not innately good or bad
- Establishing trust within your employees and clients
- Damage caused by delaying the truth
- Being all in everyday and creating a culture of leadership
More about Stan:
For more than 30 years, Stan has supported growth strategies and marketing within the insurance/risk management industries (25 years with Sedgwick and Marsh). With Bearence, Stan has overseen the strategic acquisition/merger of three Twin Cities insurance firms over the last three years. Stans primary responsibilities include growth strategies, building a talent pipeline and marketing. Bearence Management Group was founded in 2005. They are redefining risk by analyzing your unique professional and personal risk profile. They then consult across insurance specialties to create a risk management strategy that may or may not include additional insurance products. The result is cost-effective and common sense risk management for you.
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Stan: linkedin.com/in/stanhamann & linkebearence.com
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 13- show notes:
In this episode, Gwen Kelly takes over AssetHour to interview Chris Kelly to give the audience an inside look of Chris’s past work experience and how those moments have impacted the way he runs AssetHR.
Discussed in this episode:
- Chris explains his background before establishing AssetHR in 2005
- Chris shares how the restaurant industry helped him form his philosophy of "chasing relationships, not revenue"
- Chris shares dining experiences that shaped his way of thinking when running a business
- The importance of leading by example
- Meeting people where they are at in life and in business
- Juggling the dynamic of family owned business
- What Return on Relationships means in practice
- How does AssetHR stand out compared to other competitors
- Living to work, not working to live
- Exceeding expectations for clients and showing gratitude
- Importance of surrounding yourself with winners in order to face adversity
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Gwen: linkedin.com/in/gwen-kelly-01677b222
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 12- show notes:
In this episode, Janell Stanton from The Compliance Center and Wagner, Falconer & Judd, Ltd. takes over AssetHour to share a mini-workshop on breaking up with non-compete agreements. In this session, she helps you understand the new guidance on restrictive covenants and what it means for your company.
Discussed in this episode:
- Who can employers enforce restrictive covenants against
- When should an employer have an employee enter into a restrictive covenant
- Where are restrictive covenants void difficult to enforce
- FTC proposed rulemaking
- Workforce Mobility Act of 2023
- What should every restrictive covenant agreement include
- How to ensure a higher likelihood of enforcement
More about Janell:
Janell Stanton is a Senior Associate at WFJ, the law firm that powers the Compliance Center. She focuses her practice on management-side HR and employment law, employment litigation, and corporate law. Janell advises management on strategies, methods, and policies designed to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws and minimize risk and exposure to litigation.
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Janell: linkedin.https://wfjlawfirm.com/attorneys/janell-stanton/
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 11- show notes:
In this episode, Marc Miller joins AssetHour Host Chris Kelly to compare and contrast the brick-and-mortar approach versus remote outsourcing.
Discussed in this episode:
- Why are companies still utilizing the brick-and-mortar approach, what are the downsides to this?
- When would a company use an outsource model?
- How outsourcing from ImagineIT has helped AssetHR
- Specialized safety features ImagineIT can provide for your company
- The advantages of larger enterprise models protecting your company
- Juggling cyber security issues
- Investing money to ensure safety during cloud base breaches
- How does a company prevent breaches?
- Cyber resilience, are you prepared?
- Implementing employee user security training
- Importance of Sophos training programs
- Embracing cyber training and being a part of the solution
More about Marc:
As Co-Owner and Co-Founder at Imagine IT, Marc loves helping business leaders invest in their technology ... meaning that they actively follow metrics that show the money/time spent on their technology is tied into achieving the business strategy and attaining the business financials. Business leaders have "thrown money" at technology solutions for too long without having a means of accountability that positions the spend as a true investment. Technology solutions that are properly deployed are changing the world, but many tech solutions fall dreadfully short of their promises. If you would like to learn more about how Marc can help your business succeed and expand the circle of happ(i)ness into your world, reach out to him. He would love to chat!
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Marc: linkedin.com/in/marc-miller1 & imagineiti.com
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 10- show notes:
In this episode, Cortney Galster joins AssetHour Host Chris Kelly to discuss the importance of building client and employee loyalty; how to keep it, grow it, and nourish it!
Discussed in this episode:
- How to stay competitive in order to keep your existing clients
- Implementing employee recognition on social media platforms
- What separates your company against others to keep employees and clients working within your business
- Why some employees regret leaving their prior employers
- Importance of return on relationships
- Finding balance between in person and remote working, understanding employees efficiency strengths
- Motivating employees to come into the workplace
- How to avoid falling into patterns, erase micromanaging
- Recognizing where someone is at in their life, not everyone is in the same journey
- Customizing a path for what someone needs to thrive
- What can you do to go the extra mile for your employees and clients
More about Cortney:
With a unique background in marketing, PR, real estate, and legislative work, Cortney Galster is a digital entrepreneur, as well as the Founder and President of amplify marketing. Passionate about leveraging digital tools to spark real-world engagement and relationships, she’s worked with companies and professionals across the country to create real growth with actionable marketing strategies and implementation plans.
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Cortney: cortney@amplifyup.com & linkedin.com/in/cortneygalster
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 9- show notes:
In this episode, Jean Radeztsky joins AssetHour Host Chris Kelly to discuss the importance of leadership development while maintaining a business vision and mission.
Discussed in this episode:
- What is coaching and what about coaching inspires one to keep motivated?
- Utilization of the Hogan Assessments in leadership coaching
- Hogan Assessments results, what are they and why are they important for employees to know
- The benefits of Leadership Team coaching
- How to work with clients in order to align their organizations with their vision and mission
- Keeping business teams motivated in our current environment
- How Jean coach her clients to shift their leadership styles while keeping the "business" growing and running
- The most important attributes of successful leaders today
- The most dangerous trait in a leaders career
- How to continue growth and development as a coach
More about Jean:
Jean Radeztsky is a Leadership Consultant with Relevant Movement. Jean has worked with small start-up companies and Fortune 500 organizations. She has held strategic HR and OD roles for organizations such as Best Buy, Sheraton, Knott’s Camp Snoopy, Lifetouch, Allianz Life and Medica, to name a few. In addition, Jean serves on the Board of Directors for The Firefly Sisterhood and was an HR Committee Chair for the Brain Injury Alliance of MN. She received her M.A. in Human Resources and Change Leadership from the University of St. Thomas and is certified to administer and interpret the Hogan Assessments and Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator.
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Jean: htthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanradeztsky/
Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71/
Episode 8- show notes:
In this episode, we discuss how to improve operational efficiences while maintaing culture and promoting growth within a business organization.
Discussed in this episode:
- Promoting growth that is healthy and sustainable
- Having an open mind in order to eliminate business deficiencies
- No decision is a decision
- You need to mentally be ready in order to promote change
- Don't be afraid to be truthful when speaking about improvements within an organization
- Analyze ones business ceiling to predict when a company will outgrow their own system
- A leader needs somone who can challenge their ideas
- It is important to build loyalty and trust within your partners so your clients will be satisfied
Short description:
As a CEO, public speaker, author, podcast host, and thought leader… through every one of those roles, Jaime Taets is focused on helping individuals and companies get past whatever is holding them back from achieving what they are capable of.
Keystone Group International focuses on leadership development, organizational strategy, growth, and change. Jaime’s belief that strong leadership and a change-resilient culture are the foundation for sustainable growth drives her work with clients. Harnessing her own leadership experiences, she inspires real and sometimes challenging discussions about the crossroads between high-performance and healthy change.
Resources:
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Jaime: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimetaets/ and https://www.keystonegroupintl.com
Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71/
Episode 7 - show notes:
On todays episode, Chris and Cory dive into deep discussion on idenity theft protection. They address common tactics implemented by hackers and provide the audience preventative tips to ensure their personal information is secure.
Discussed in this episode:
- Essentials to have in identity theft protection programs
- The six forms of identifty theft; how it happens, how to prevent it
- How to restore ones identity
- Falling into theft traps via email, phonecall, and message
- Targeting children and the elderly to scam
- Tracking crypto and bitcoin
- Partnering with IDShield
- Hackers creating profiles on potential victims while utilizing the dark-web
- The danger of public wifi
Short description: Cory has over 25 years of law enforcement experience. During his career he had the opportunity of being a patrol & SWAT supervisor, as well as a Detective where he specialized in investigating the multiple forms of Identity theft and Real Estate Fraud for 10 years. He has also worked extensively with the U.S. Secret Service, IRS, the U.S. Postal Inspectors Office, the MN Department of Revenue as well as the MN Department of Commerce in successfully investigating this epidemic of a crime.
Resources:
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Cory: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-cardenas-080b7043/
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 6 - show notes: In this panel-focused event, we discussed how organizations are managing their needs across 4 generations of employees. Throughout the conversation, our panel of experts helped attendees create clarity around balancing the needs of the business with the needs of its people.
We are grateful to our panelists for sharing their knowledge!
- Panelist Chris Kelly, President of AssetHR
- Panelist Steve Shafer, President of HIC, Inc.
- Panelist Stan Hamann, Senior Vice President of Employee Benefits, Division President and Partner at North Risk Partners
- Panelist Gwen Kelly, Social Media Coordinator at AssetHR
- Moderator Jaime Taets, CEO of Keystone Group International
Episode 5 - show notes:
On todays episode, Chris and Janell dive into deep discussion on continued Covid-19 implications in the workplace. They address common misconceptions and concerns that come with remote and in-person work conditions, while maintaining a safe environment.
Discussed in this episode:
- Frequent lawsuits filed due to Covid-19 requirements
- Accommodating individuals’ religious practices and health concerns
- Title 7 and American Disability Act versus State Law requirements
- Only businesses of specific sizes need to provide employees with accommodations, how to proceed accordingly
- Outlasting effects of hiring employees due to the pandemic
- Employers can continue to mandate masks and social distancing
- Vaccinations status questions are not a violation of HIPPA
- Ensuing policies are compliant in various states
- Battling work comp claims when working remote
Short description: Janell Stanton is a Senior Associate at Wagner, Falconer & Judd, Ltd., the law firm that powers the Compliance Center. She focuses her practice on management-side HR and employment law, employment litigation, and corporate law. Janell advises management on strategies, methods, and policies designed to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws and minimize risk and exposure to litigation.
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Episode 4- Show Notes:
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As a CEO, public speaker, author, podcast host, and thought leader… through every one of those roles, Jaime Taets is focused on helping individuals and companies get past whatever is holding them back from achieving what they are capable of.
Keystone Group International focuses on leadership development, organizational strategy, growth, and change. Jaime’s belief that strong leadership and a change-resilient culture are the foundation for sustainable growth drives her work with clients. Harnessing her own leadership experiences, she inspires real and sometimes challenging discussions about the crossroads between high-performance and healthy change.
Discussed in this episode:
- How to build a team and motivate others when combining different generations
- Implementing reactive and proactive approaches
- Longevity of education playing a role in the hiring process
- Benefits of an open-minded approach with younger employees
- Difference between flexibility versus autonomy
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Jaime: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimetaets/ and https://www.keystonegroupintl.com
Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71/
Episode 1- Show Notes:
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Peter Durand is the Chief Technology Officer at Imagine IT, a cutting-edge company that specializes in IT Support, Managed Services, and Cloud Integration for small to medium businesses in the Twin Cities area that typically do not employ in-house IT staff. Peters most important roles are to recruit, train, and continually develop the best Help Desk staff, Systems Engineers, and IT Consultants. One of our Guiding Principles is "Employee First", because without awesome staff it would be difficult to have good customers.
Discussed in this episode:
- How ImagineIT services can help secure your business
- Phishing scams, how to prevent and become informed
- Most common cyber-attacks, protecting breaches in smaller businesses
- How to protect oneself and business with constant changing technology
- Extra security steps to void off hackers and avoid ransomware
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Be sure to check out Peter on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/peterdurandit and view the awesome services ImagineIT can provide by connecting on their website: https://imagineiti.com
Episode 3 - Show Notes:
Short description: Janell Stanton is a Senior Associate at Wagner, Falconer & Judd, Ltd., the law firm that powers the Compliance Center. She focuses her practice on management-side HR and employment law, employment litigation, and corporate law. Janell advises management on strategies, methods, and policies designed to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws and minimize risk and exposure to litigation.
Discussed in this episode:
- Changing landscape in HR and Legal Compliance
- Working remote from different states
- COVID requirements implemented in small businesses compared to larger corporations
- How to attract and retain employees with remote hiring
- Changing thought process on how to communicatee with clients and employees
- The importance of interaction
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Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71
Episode 2- Show Notes:
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With a unique background in marketing, PR, real estate, and legislative work, Cortney Galster is a digital entrepreneur, as well as the Founder and President of amplify marketing. Passionate about leveraging digital tools to spark real-world engagement and relationships, she’s worked with companies and professionals across the country to create real growth with actionable marketing strategies and implementation plans.
Discussed in this episode:
- The benefits of engaging on social media platforms
- Changing approach due to remote working
- How to connect with clients without in person social events
- The benefits of outsourcing private contractors
- How to become more visible to potential prospects
- The importance of consistency when providing content and outreach
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Courtney: courtney@amplifyup.com
Chris: linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-107ab71