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David Ciullo and Tawny Alvarez
HR POWER HOUR with Hosts David Ciullo and Tawny AlvarezHR Power Hour is about all things in the Human Resource world. This covers a lot of ground which means we’ll enjoy a variety of guests and topics. We hope you’ll tune in as Tawny and David provide listeners with useful information geared toward helping decision-makers with valuable insight into why Human Resource Management is critical to business success and why it matters to them.
It can happen to any business at any time: a key person has an accident, a senior leader falls seriously ill, or the owner unexpectedly passes away.
In this week’s HR Power Hour segment, host David Ciullo talks with Adam Myrna, CEO of Myrna Associates, Inc., about “Unexpected Crisis Transition Your Family Business Smoothly”. Adam shares how he navigated the sudden death of his father, the owner of their family business and shares insights on leadership, team dynamics, and the valuable lessons he learned during this challenging and emotional transition.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez, from Verrill as she talks with Vicky Oliver, a leading career development expert and the multi-best-selling author of five books, including 301 Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions, 301 Smart Answers to Tough Business Etiquette Questions, and Bad Bosses, Crazy Coworkers and Other Office Idiots as they discuss why women have left the workplace and ways in which employers can attract women back.
During the course of the show they will discuss the importance of compensation and flexibility in attracting and retaining top talent and data concerning the multitude of women who left the workforce following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Want to learn How to Outperform Every Season? Then learn from the youngest NCAA head football coach, David Archer, on the key plays to win in today’s fast-paced business environment.
In this week’s HR Power Hour segment, host David Ciullo discusses with David Archer, owner of Archer Coaching Services how to ensure you don’t fumble during hiring, score big in engagement, and drive your team down the field to success.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are three distinct concepts. While many leaders focus on the diversity aspect of DEI, without an inclusive culture an organization will never achieve true diversity or equity.
How to lead with an emphasis on inclusivity is a trait that many leaders struggle to implement. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she speaks to Colette Phillips, President and CEO of Colette Phillips Communications, Founder and President of Get Konnected! and author of The Includers: The 7 Traits of Culturally Savvy, Anti-Racist Leaders as they discuss how to lead with a focus on inclusivity.
As Colette will discuss, the more culturally intelligent the leader, the more effectively leaders can function and create a more inclusive environment for employees.
Workplace conflict is escalating. On May 14, 2024, the new book Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict is being released as an essential resource for all employees (and their managers) who are looking for help on how to navigate frequent workplace conflicts!
In this HR Power Hour segment, host David Ciullo speaks with leadership and workplace culture experts Karin Hurt, CEO, and David Dye, President of Let’s Grow Leaders, authors of this essential guide to mater any workplace conflict with confidence and ease, have less drama, better results, and thrive at work.
The workforce has been through unprecedented change in the last few years—Stress, disengagement, quiet quitting, and mass resignations to name a few.
So, has all the rapid change led to more workplace conflict? Is conflict wearing us all down?
At what cost?.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Karin Hurt, CEO, and David Dye President of Let’s Grow Leaders, The World Workplace Conflict & Collaboration Survey they conducted.
Over 5000+ full-time workers surveyed in over 45 countries and in all 50 United States. It turns out workplace conflict is becoming more of an issue everywhere you go and in fact 70% of participants report the same or more conflict over the last few years.
When employees and employers look at health from a holistic perspective amazing things can happen within an organization.
On this episode of HR Power Hour join host Tawny Alvarez and Dr. Anna Marie Frank, a doctor of Traditional Naturopathy and Ph.D. in Natural Medicine, and the founder of Happy Whole You wellness centers for a dialogue about how businesses can transform employee health and corporate wellness holistically. They will discuss how COVID has changed how many people work and how small changes in cognitive health can help employees be healthier and more productive at work.
Being a low wage earner and living in poverty do not always go hand-in-hand and understanding the challenges that may lead employees to be working, but also living in poverty, are important to help those employees to break down barriers that stand in the way of their progression out of poverty—an ultimately become more productive employees.
On this episode of HR Power Hour join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks about addressing in-work poverty with Linda Riddell, MS, an epidemiologist, specializing in poverty and social- economic status issues and founder of Gettin’ By a Maine Technology Institute grant-funded training that combines socioeconomic research with board game mechanics to change how players understand poverty and teach best practices for improving the livelihood and health outcomes for the individuals they serve.
During the course of the show they will discuss in-work poverty, who is most vulnerable to it, why employers should be cognizant of it, and steps employers can take to help employees progress out of poverty.
Poisonous leaders are leaders who take a toll on the workforce, and therefore the bottom line. A company needs to know how to protect itself from this hidden cost, including the right metrics, the right coaching, and a careful look at how incentives may drive their bad behavior.
In this week’s HR Power Hour segment, host David Ciullo discusses with author, leadership, and team performance expert Sean Lemson his new book, One Drop of Poison:
How One Bad Leader Can Slowly Kill Your Company. It doesn't take much to ruin the whole organization, but companies can offset the impacts by taking three simple actions and paying close attention to the overall mindset of employees.
“I ended up in an Emergency Room from workplace burnout”, says Lauren Baptiste, Well Being Consultant of Acheloa Wellness, who is this weeks HR Power Hour segment guest.
For 13 years she was a top performer at a Big Four Accounting Firm, “Rising Star” and top-end earner and she had it all, until she didn’t. Listen to Lauren speak with Host David Ciullo, about how you can learn from her story on The True Impact of Employee Burnout. She has helped, hundreds of women make strides in their careers and at home by learning how to get what they want without sacrifice.
Pressure is something that we all experience both at work and at home. Getting to a point where you are not only able to appropriately manage pressure, but also to embrace it, is key to high performing in your personal and professional life.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks with James Cluskey, former professional tennis player turned executive coach and founder of Give Learn as they discuss the necessity of community in embracing pressure and how to view performance to help you become a high performer.
Your employees bring their emotions to work every day. What’s going on at home, the dynamics of their teams, relationships with their managers, and their health and the health of the work culture.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Chief Innovation Officer and new Author, JD Pincus, his first book: The Emotionally Agile Brain; Mastering the 12 Emotional Needs That Drive Us.
The book builds on the AgileBrain assessment which works to support employee positive change and taps into the power of emotional insight to drive positive personal growth, improved team dynamics, healthier cultures, and deeper business insights.
Severance Agreements are tools often used by companies when ending a relationship with an employee. A separation agreement may be used to assist the employee in landing on their feet or because the company recognizes that there could be some risks related to the termination or because that’s just how the company has always operated. Regardless of the reason why a company chooses to offer a separating employee a severance agreement, understanding the terms that should be included in such an agreement and what rights or responsibilities those terms create is important. On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Erik Peters, a Partner in Verrill’s Labor and Employment practice group about the use of severance agreements and the terms that are often included within them.
Have your ever reflected as a leader, manager, or HR professional and asked yourself “Am I part of the problem?” Managers and leaders need to understand that 1. Your personality annoys us, 2. Common sense isn’t common, and 3. You suck at communicating.
In this segment, host David Ciullo and national speaker and author Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady® discuss the things leaders should know to get stuff done! This is honest, authentic, and direct conversation that will help to make you a better professional and human in life and at work.
If you were an anthropologist studying your work environment, what would you learn? What is your organization’s culture? How do you create belonging within the organization?
What is the lingo, or language, of the work environment that new hires may have difficulty understanding or integrating into? Do you use mentors and what are those mentors’ role within the organization?
When we view an organization from a social science perspective, much is revealed about the organization itself, including aspects that can make it successful and what may be its Achilles heel.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez from Verrill as she talks with Andi Simon, a pioneering corporate anthropologist and author of three books, including her newest, “Women Mean Business,” about how she brings the tools of anthropology into businesses to help the organization see, feel, and think in new ways.
Want to discover how understanding your past can supercharge your future as a business leader? Learn key insights revealing 10 powerful lessons from individuals who chose intention over default living?
Then join host David Ciullo and guest Tony Martignetti, Chief Inspiration Officer at Inspired Purpose Partners, as they unveil the secrets of intentional living in Tony’s new book, “Campfire Lessons for Leaders. “Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your leadership journey with practical advice and inspiring stories.
How do we know if our employees are doing what is right; that they are following the values that we have laid forth and operating in an ethical manner?
Are there ways that we can determine whether a potential hire will act ethically in different unknown situations? Is it important if they have a past which indicates their behavior may not fit within the ethical construct of your organization?
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez from Verrill as she talks with Richard B. Swegan author and the founder and principal consultant of ARCH Performance about ethical leadership and the new book that he has co-authored, The Practice of Ethical Leadership – Insights from Psychology and Business in Building an Ethical Bottom Line.
For decades, change—and its more sleekly packaged version, “disruption”—have been seen as essential tools for the growth of any business.
That’s a huge problem, argues Ashley Goodall in his ground-breaking new book. While shaking things up is the first thing a new leader is expected to do, and while generations of executives have been taught that change is an unalloyed good, the reality on the ground is very different.
Change isn’t always good, and it often fails to achieve what we expect it to (resulting in yet more change)—and a big part of the reason for this is that change makes it harder or people to do their jobs.
What should employers have at top of mind if the Department of Labor shows up to perform a wage and hour investigation?
Do you have to comply with their requests? What are the ramifications if you refuse to provide the documents and information that is sought?
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Elizabeth Johnston a labor and employment attorney at Verrill concerning best practices as to how businesses should respond if the DOL contacts an employer to perform a wage and hour investigation, including what the DOL will likely be looking for, your rights in the process, and best practices for interacting with the administrative agency.
Employee engagement in American firms has hovered at around only 30 percent for decades. Leaders and Managers need to shift from abstract ideals to tangible, employee-centric practices that foster organic cultural growth and empower your teams to innovate, adapt, and outshine the competition.
That’s the value in this week’s HR Power Hour segment where host David Ciullo discusses with Drew Jones, Founding Partner at Experient and Author of the new book, The Open Culture Handbook: Learn the Five Essential Questions that will Revolutionize Your Approach to Engagement and Innovation. Don’t miss it.
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On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez, from Verrill as she talks with Vicky Oliver, a leading career development expert and the multi-best-selling author of five books, including 301 Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions, 301 Smart Answers to Tough Business Etiquette Questions, and Bad Bosses, Crazy Coworkers and Other Office Idiots as they discuss why women have left the workplace and ways in which employers can attract women back.
During the course of the show they will discuss the importance of compensation and flexibility in attracting and retaining top talent and data concerning the multitude of women who left the workforce following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Workplace conflict is escalating. On May 14, 2024, the new book Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict is being released as an essential resource for all employees (and their managers) who are looking for help on how to navigate frequent workplace conflicts!
In this HR Power Hour segment, host David Ciullo speaks with leadership and workplace culture experts Karin Hurt, CEO, and David Dye, President of Let’s Grow Leaders, authors of this essential guide to mater any workplace conflict with confidence and ease, have less drama, better results, and thrive at work.
Get ready to empower your future! As retirement trends shift, it's time to seize control of your financial wellbeing. Join David Ciullo on the HR Power Hour for an eye-opening discussion with Tom Wright, Founder and President of Turning65workshop.com, as we delve into the essentials of FICA and decode its impact on your financial journey, no matter your age.
From navigating Social Security to maximizing Medicare benefits, employees, HR professionals, and Employers, need to tune in.
Being a low wage earner and living in poverty do not always go hand-in-hand and understanding the challenges that may lead employees to be working, but also living in poverty, are important to help those employees to break down barriers that stand in the way of their progression out of poverty—an ultimately become more productive employees.
On this episode of HR Power Hour join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks about addressing in-work poverty with Linda Riddell, MS, an epidemiologist, specializing in poverty and social- economic status issues and founder of Gettin’ By a Maine Technology Institute grant-funded training that combines socioeconomic research with board game mechanics to change how players understand poverty and teach best practices for improving the livelihood and health outcomes for the individuals they serve.
During the course of the show they will discuss in-work poverty, who is most vulnerable to it, why employers should be cognizant of it, and steps employers can take to help employees progress out of poverty.
Wouldn’t it be great to have a manual for personal success backed by 15 years of research and 30,000 Case Studies which teaches you the habits needed to be irreplaceable and stand out?
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with CEO and Author, William Vanderbloemen, his book: Be the Unicorn; 12 Data-Driven Habits that Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest. William reveals how job seekers, employees, hiring managers and company leaders everywhere can stand out from their peers and become irreplaceable, building the careers they’ve always wanted.
Discover the unique story of Succession Success Lessons, where a charismatic legacy leader hands over the reins to a behind-the-scenes introvert-turned-CEO and why it worked. Explore the fascinating world of business succession with host CMA’s David Ciullo and the insightful Katie Jones, CEO of The Nimble Group, LLC, in this engaging episode.
Join us for a relaxed conversation as Katie shares the practical strategy, hard work, and mentorship crucial for a successful organizational transition. Plus, catch a glimpse of what’s in store for the 2024 Maine HR Convention and Strategic HR Convention. It’s an intriguing journey you won’t want to miss!
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are three distinct concepts. While many leaders focus on the diversity aspect of DEI, without an inclusive culture an organization will never achieve true diversity or equity.
How to lead with an emphasis on inclusivity is a trait that many leaders struggle to implement. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she speaks to Colette Phillips, President and CEO of Colette Phillips Communications, Founder and President of Get Konnected! and author of The Includers: The 7 Traits of Culturally Savvy, Anti-Racist Leaders as they discuss how to lead with a focus on inclusivity.
As Colette will discuss, the more culturally intelligent the leader, the more effectively leaders can function and create a more inclusive environment for employees.
Have you ever wondered what makes someone convincing or why some messages persuade when others do not? Have you ever struggled with how to create a persuasive message story, or presentation?
Do you want to understand how persuasion can be used to corrupt or to achieve dangerous ends? In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Carlos Alvarenga, Author of the new book , The Rules of Persuasion; How the World’s Greatest Communicators Convince, Inspire, Lead – and, Sometimes, Deceive exactly how persuasion works in all forms of human communication. Learn a clear and effective model you can use to put the elements and chemistry of persuasion to work for you in your personal and professional lives.
Recent studies show that 31% of US healthcare costs can be directly attributed to “behaviorally influenced chronic conditions,” while 69% of costs are influenced by consumer behaviors.
These statistics hold true for your workforce. The employees who walk through your door each day are managing more than just the workload; they have families, lives outside of work, and health conditions.
Is there a way, however, that employers can commit to helping their employees understand their health conditions, embrace different treatment options and change their behaviors to positively influence chronic health conditions? The answer is yes; but it takes work.
The good news, however, is that hard work has significant returns on not just your employees’ health, but also their commitment to your organization. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez of Verrill as she speaks to Curally’s Chief Financial Officer, Jeremy Vesta, concerning addressing the hidden costs of insurance.
In this episode Tawny and Jeremy will discuss the current issues employers are faced with concerning employees with chronic health conditions, the work that Curally has undertaken to provide employers with a path to respond to these challenges, and the positive long-term effects this strategy has on both employees and employers.
Because 90% of hiring managers aren't trained on how to interview, they fall prey to their implicit bias when judging candidates and making hiring decisions. Job seekers, equally as mystified by the process, follow stale advice, memorizing rote answers that aren't true to who they are.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with CEO and Author, Anna Papalia, her book: Interviewology; The New Science of Interviewing. Her book along with an interview style assessment Papalia developed, will help you determine which of four different interview styles you are and how you can dramatically improve no matter which side of the interview table you are on.
When we view high-achieving individuals, many of us often think (or say) “what is their secret?” What is that person doing differently from so many other people in business or society who are striving to achieve goals?
While the answer is likely going to be different for everyone, there will certainly be some underlying themes. While we can focus on those themes, another important element is understanding what some of the common misconceptions are about goal obtainment and ways in which we as individuals or as coaches to team members can mindfully maneuver around snares.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she and Carla Fowler, Founder of THAXA, a boutique executive coaching firm that leverages the best ideas from performance science to help leaders around the globe, discuss the top five fallacies of goal obtainment.
Tawny and Carla will discuss that while having a dream (or a goal) is important—more is necessary to achieve it. They will also discuss some of the tips Carla provides to executives to assist them in achieving those goals while maneuvering around common fallacies.
If you thought 2023 was filled with constant change in federal and state laws and that new compliance and federal and state rules and regulations were fast and furious, then you better buckle up as 2024 has arrived.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with attorney James Reidy, Co-Chair of the Labor and Employment Group at Sheehan Phinney, 10 Things that Keep HR Professionals Awake at Night 2024.
These include new OT exemptions, implementation of state paid leave policies, managing remote and out-of-state workers, retaliation claims, increased risk of Data Breaches, and much more!
In 2023, the Maine legislature passed what many have referred to as the broadest paid family medical leave in the United States. Most agree, that it is the most significant workplace policy in Maine in the last four decades.
The law itself creates challenges for businesses and leaves many unanswered questions for both employers and employees. Join host Tawny Alvarez from Verrill as she talks with Peter Gore, Senior Government Relations Specialist, Maine Street Solutions, about the legislative process behind this bill’s enactment and what employers can expect moving forward.
For anyone who has employees in Maine—whether one or one thousand—this is a can’t miss show.
Your employees bring their emotions to work every day. What’s going on at home, the dynamics of their teams, relationships with their managers, and their health and the health of the work culture.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Chief Innovation Officer and new Author, JD Pincus, his first book: The Emotionally Agile Brain; Mastering the 12 Emotional Needs That Drive Us.
The book builds on the AgileBrain assessment which works to support employee positive change and taps into the power of emotional insight to drive positive personal growth, improved team dynamics, healthier cultures, and deeper business insights.
Pressure is something that we all experience both at work and at home. Getting to a point where you are not only able to appropriately manage pressure, but also to embrace it, is key to high performing in your personal and professional life.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks with James Cluskey, former professional tennis player turned executive coach and founder of Give Learn as they discuss the necessity of community in embracing pressure and how to view performance to help you become a high performer.
“It’s no secret that our healthcare system is broken, and that people are having trouble accessing care,” says Colleen Kavanagh, who spent the first decade of her career working with hospitals to implement new technology and maximize profitability.
“But to solve this problem quickly, we’re asking the wrong questions, and we’re asking them of the wrong people.” In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo speaks with Colleen Kavanagh, CEO of SoulBeing, about Innovation in Healthcare Access: An Integrated Approach to Evidence Based Healthcare.
Learn about leveraging existing mechanisms to help your teams find healthcare services more easily and affordably. Consider an expanded view of healthcare services that incorporates all aspects of physical, mental and emotional health to provide truly integrated support, and empower your team and their families to be their healthiest, happiest selves.
Recent studies show that 31% of US healthcare costs can be directly attributed to “behaviorally influenced chronic conditions,” while 69% of costs are influenced by consumer behaviors.
These statistics hold true for your workforce. The employees who walk through your door each day are managing more than just the workload; they have families, lives outside of work, and health conditions.
Is there a way, however, that employers can commit to helping their employees understand their health conditions, embrace different treatment options and change their behaviors to positively influence chronic health conditions? The answer is yes; but it takes work.
The good news, however, is that hard work has significant returns on not just your employees’ health, but also their commitment to your organization. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez of Verrill as she speaks to Curally’s Chief Financial Officer, Jeremy Vesta, concerning addressing the hidden costs of insurance.
In this episode Tawny and Jeremy will discuss the current issues employers are faced with concerning employees with chronic health conditions, the work that Curally has undertaken to provide employers with a path to respond to these challenges, and the positive long-term effects this strategy has on both employees and employers.
The workforce has been through unprecedented change in the last few years—Stress, disengagement, quiet quitting, and mass resignations to name a few.
So, has all the rapid change led to more workplace conflict? Is conflict wearing us all down?
At what cost?.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Karin Hurt, CEO, and David Dye President of Let’s Grow Leaders, The World Workplace Conflict & Collaboration Survey they conducted.
Over 5000+ full-time workers surveyed in over 45 countries and in all 50 United States. It turns out workplace conflict is becoming more of an issue everywhere you go and in fact 70% of participants report the same or more conflict over the last few years.
While so often we focus on the questions we cannot ask applicants during the job interview process, it’s time to flip the script and focus in on the questions we should be asking as well as how many common interview practices have damaging effects on applicants and their ability to successfully present themselves in interviews.
When looking at the process from the seat of the applicant, companies can better understand how to implement practices which will result in the right people being hired for the right position. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Lori Wallace, the founder of Career Ecology and a Social Innovator working to liberate heart-mindfulness within the challenging and often traumatizing job hunt as they discuss mindful interviewing and tips for Companies to identify the right people to meet human capital potential.
Have you ever wondered what makes someone convincing or why some messages persuade when others do not? Have you ever struggled with how to create a persuasive message story, or presentation? Do you want to understand how persuasion can be used to corrupt or to achieve dangerous ends?
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Carlos Alvarenga, Author of the new book , The Rules of Persuasion; How the World’s Greatest Communicators Convince, Inspire, Lead – and, Sometimes, Deceive exactly how persuasion works in all forms of human communication. Learn a clear and effective model you can use to put the elements and chemistry of persuasion to work for you in your personal and professional lives.
Have you ever talked on the phone with someone and then met in real life only to be surprised at what the person looked like? What does the accent of television and movie characters speak to as to a character’s personality and skillset?
How, if at all, does the accent of a prospective employee impact decision-makers in determining whether the individual is qualified for the position?
Accent bias effects how individuals process information and make decisions, both in the work environment and in life generally.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Heather Hansen, Founder of Global Speech Academy and author of Unmuted as they discuss accent bias at work and steps decision-makers can take to minimize the adverse effects it has on your decision-making at work.
Communication confusion is more then just another daily inconvenience as it impacts productivity, market share and ROI. Cutting the cost of confusion demands the ability to distill, integrate and synthesize information from a broad range of perspectives and disciplines.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Rich Layton, Chief Clarity Officer of Transform Communications, his new book , Cutting the Cost of Confusion; Eliminate the High Price of Failure to Communicate.
Rich discusses the “secret sauce” of a disciplined methodology which blends strategic communication with risk management, which empowers leaders to overcome their organization’s communication challenges.
Many HR professionals recognize that a hybrid work environment is what many employees are seeking. While creating policies and expectations are one element of appropriately implementing a hybrid work environment, many companies are struggling to “make it work.”
The question of how to engage employees and create an inclusive environment is difficult in person—let alone remote. Add into that managing a team that is partially in person and partially remote depending on the day of the week (or hour of the day) and managers have their hands full.
Have no fear! There are tools you can use to better manage the challenging elements of the hybrid work environment. On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Dr. Keri Ohlrich, co-founder of Abbracci Group and co-author of The Way of the HR Warrior, concerning how HR Warriors can use the CHARGE® framework to manage the hybrid work environment.
Tawny and Dr. Ohlrich will discuss not only what the CHARGE® framework is, but also how employers can use Courage, Humility, Accuracy, Resiliency, Goal-Oriented, and Exemplary processes to practically manage the difficulties associated with Hybrid Work.
“It’s no secret that our healthcare system is broken and that people are having trouble accessing care,” says Colleen Kavanagh, who spent the first decade of her career working with hospitals to implement new technology and maximize profitability.
“But to solve this problem quickly, we’re asking the wrong questions, and we’re asking them of the wrong people.” In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo speaks with Colleen Kavanagh, CEO of SoulBeing, about Innovation in Healthcare Access: An Integrated Approach to Evidence-Based Healthcare.
Learn about leveraging existing mechanisms to help your teams find healthcare services more easily and affordably. Consider an expanded view of healthcare services that incorporates all aspects of physical, mental, and emotional health to provide truly integrated support, and empower your team and their families to be their healthiest, happiest selves.
The National Labor Relations Board has had a busy 2023 and employers of all sizes, both unionized and union-free, need to make sure that they are up to date on what the NLRB believes complies (and violates) a host of provisions of the National Labor Relations Act.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she speaks to labor attorneys Robert Brooks and Elizabeth Johnston from Verrill concerning the top four NLRB actions of 2023 that employers should be mindful of and steps that they can take to guard against an unfair labor practices charge with the Board.
Your broker helps you manage a budget of 25-40% of payroll. Even a small difference in capabilities and results can have a dramatic difference on costs.
So why do so many employers fail to properly select a broker? Typically, it’s because employers don’t evaluate brokers very often as it is hard to understand how brokers deliver different results and they don’t see a measurable difference in broker options clearly enough to warrant change.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with VP Stephanie Miller and VP Frank Verdi from Alliant Employee Benefits, how Selecting a Broker Can Be Fun and Rewarding. Learn the timing when to selecting a new broker, steps/criteria, and core questions you should be asking, and how to make the process benefit you.
Recent studies show that 31% of US healthcare costs can be directly attributed to “behaviorally influenced chronic conditions,” while 69% of costs are influenced by consumer behaviors.
These statistics hold true for your workforce. The employees who walk through your door each day are managing more than just the workload; they have families, lives outside of work, and health conditions.
Is there a way, however, that employers can commit to helping their employees understand their health conditions, embrace different treatment options and change their behaviors to positively influence chronic health conditions? The answer is yes; but it takes work.
The good news, however, is that hard work has significant returns on not just your employees’ health, but also their commitment to your organization. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez of Verrill as she speaks to Curally’s Chief Financial Officer, Jeremy Vesta, concerning addressing the hidden costs of insurance.
In this episode Tawny and Jeremy will discuss the current issues employers are faced with concerning employees with chronic health conditions, the work that Curally has undertaken to provide employers with a path to respond to these challenges, and the positive long-term effects this strategy has on both employees and employers
Every day we wake up determined to engage with life—to overcome work challenges, finish that novel, reach fitness goals, or repair a strained relationship. Despite our best intentions, we fall short. Why is it so hard to finish what we start.
Reaching goals after repeated frustration starts with understanding the impulse known as the Swipe, a side effect of our high-tech culture.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with bestselling author, internationally recognized organizational psychologist, educator, CEO and Co Author Dr. Tracy Maylett of the new book Swipe: The Science Behind Why We Don’t Finish What We Start.
Listen and learn as we discuss how this mechanism works and how to short-circuit the Swipe, reengage, and finally finish what we start.
“Money…. Maybe…but it’s really the least important thing in my life” says Mark Jones who has experienced the loss of everything financially but stayed positive over 38 years and grew in life’s R.I.C.H.E.$.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses, with Mark Jones, President of Saco Biddeford Savings Institution, An Optimistic Way to Live, Lead, and Succeed. Learn the importance of understanding what “your” value is and how to continuously work to expand and enhance it.
Learn how to have a drive to achieve, while at the same time, a drive and passion to care about people. Jones will bring it all together with Our Reason for Being, the new Mission and Vision of SBSI.
While employers may not be performing reductions of force with the same frequency as earlier in the year, we are seeing heightened restructuring across markets and industries.
As a company would analyze the race, gender, and age of individuals affected by a RIF, a similar analysis should be performed when re-structuring. Without this analysis, employers are likely to see adverse effects to DEI goals and/or increased litigation.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she speaks with Fernanda Anzek, Managing Director, HR Operations for Insperity about “Quiet Cutting” and the effect it has on DEI programs.
Moving skilled team members from a position that they applied for—to a position that may be less than ideal—is a good way to lose valuable talent and to decrease an employee’s sense of inclusion in the organization and it’s culture.
Tawny and Fernanda will discuss the current state of DEI policies following the United State’s Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action in education, quiet cutting—what it is and how it adversely affects DEI—and ways in which companies can mindfully re-organize without adversely affecting their DEI goals.
The four-day work week is not a new concept, but in the last year we have seen more and more companies who are “making it work.” Additionally, we are seeing states introduce legislation that incentivizes companies to switch to four-day work week, providing state tax credits to both public and private employers who make the switch.
At the federal level, in 2023, we have seen the proposal of a bill entitled the “Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Act” which seeks to incentivize shorter workweeks by requiring overtime pay for time worked in excess of 32 hours per week.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez in a dialogue with Biddeford Maine Mayor Alan Casavant concerning how the city of Biddeford, Maine, as a public employer, moved to a four-day work week and the tips he has for other organizations considering the same.
Most employees don’t step into leadership roles and find themselves effectively managing teams on day one. While many individuals may possess some natural ability to lead, for most, you would likely hear stories of struggles and failures as they learned what worked and what was less effective. How can organizations better equip team members to move into leadership positions and experience success? Planning, training, and talent review are three areas that organizations can focus on to assist the next generation of leaders in finding success early in their career. On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Sabine Gedeon, the Founder of She Leads Network and host of She Leads Now, a podcast centered around women in leadership and business as they discuss how to prepare the next generation of leaders. What companies need to be considering, how they can communicate effectively with the next generation of leaders, and how succession planning and talent review can effectively assist an organization in retaining its top talent are just a few of the areas that will be discussed.
The labels that define us often divide us. But what if your DNA could change the conversation about identity and race? One professor and her students are proving it can. Did you know that all humans at 99.9% identical in their genetic makeup. Differences are only 0.1%!
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses, with Anita Foeman, PHD, Director of the DNA Discussion Project and author of the book “Who Am I”, an optimistic way to discuss Diversity: Using a Balanced Hand in the Fraught Times.
The DNA Discussion Project encourages the community to talk about diversity in a new, positive, and engaging way. Ancestry stories focus on the 99.9% of what we all have in common while addressing the 0.1% appropriately.
ave you ever talked on the phone with someone and then met in real life only to be surprised at what the person looked like? What does the accent of television and movie characters speak to as to a character’s personality and skillset?
How, if at all, does the accent of a prospective employee impact decision-makers in determining whether the individual is qualified for the position?
Accent bias effects how individuals process information and make decisions, both in the work environment and in life generally.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Heather Hansen, Founder of Global Speech Academy and author of Unmuted as they discuss accent bias at work and steps decision-makers can take to minimize the adverse effects it has on your decision-making at work.
In business we have information coming at us a mile a minute. Some of it’s useful, some of it not-so-much. At the same time, each of us (and our employees) have lives outside of work.
Big things, little things, old things, new things, all the things that we carry with us that makes us who we are–but which also can interfere with productivity and general ability to be “present” at work.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez, as she talks to Dr. Amy Wood, psychologist, about ways that high performers can defy disruption and improve their focus.
From understanding the effect technology has on our lives–both how it helps and hinders productivity–to how clutter in the work environment is adversely affecting our ability to think clearly, this show will be packed with helpful tips to improve your and your team’s focus.
What is important to “you” in workplace culture? 63% of employees say RESPECT and if they do not feel respected, they will leave. So how do you build a culture that focuses on respect and builds trusting relationships in a work environment? How does it affect women vs other genders in the workplace?
In this episode of the HR Power Hour, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses Let’s Discuss Workplace Culture… with Coleen Greco, Joyologist and Coach that empowers and inspires women to reclaim their joy. Listen to simple and practical examples and stories of how women have changed their paradigm, made themselves heard, and find balance and joy in their lives.
Employers often ask their employees to “bring their whole self to work.” Companies ask employees to engage in inclusion endeavors and to help the organization achieve its mission as it relates to culture, diversity, and growth.
Often, however, when the organization is unsuccessful in achieving any of these goals, the organization blames the individual—using terms and phrases such as “they weren’t the right fit” or they didn’t “integrate” well with the “culture”.
But the issue could be larger than these catch-phrases. Instead, it may be time for the organization to be asking—do employees feel psychologically safe at work?
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez and Chuck Mollor, founder, CEO, executive coach, and advisor at MCG Partners, as they discuss the importance of psychological safety at work, including why it’s important and how you can help to build a more psychologically safe work environment for your employees.
Growth is leadership’s number one challenge. Your greatest impediments are communication and focus. The single most powerful tool for dealing with those impediments is an effective strategic management process that leverages your most valuable asset – your leadership team. In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with John Myrna, Co-Founder and CEO of Myrna Associates, Inc., his new book- The Chemistry of Growth: A CEO’s Guide. Listen as David and John discuss a practical and proven formula that has enabled hundreds of small and mid-sized companies to create and grow exceptional value, turning their company’s vision into reality.
Do you have the right people, in the right roles, doing the right work? Not just that, but even if the right people are in the right role, are they happy?
Do they enjoy the work that they do daily?
Does it bring them joy? What if there was a resource that could help you determine the right role for your team members—while also making sure that they feel included and engaged in your organization’s mission and purpose? There may be.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez and guest David B. Jones, CEO of The Talent Enterprise, as they discuss how using Science and Analytics can provide your company with the insights you need to effectively evaluate not just the needs of the organization—but the needs of your team.
While most employers are aware that pregnant employees are entitled to some form of protection under the law, do you and your HR team have a full understanding of the statutes and regulations that provide protections to expectant parents—as well as their rights after a child is born?
There are a multitude of both state and federal laws that come into effect once an individual learns that they are expecting a child, each with individualized obligations for the employer, including the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act that takes effect on June 27.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Verrill attorney Elizabeth Johnston about an employer’s legal obligations as it relates to pregnancy in the workplace—from the FMLA to the recently enacted Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.
Your business is only successful if there is a market for its products or services. There is only a market if a company recognizes, engages and encourages its team member to build a community that can consume the products or services.
As we all know, a company rarely “acts”—it’s the people within the organization, those who run and participate in the operations that “act” on behalf of the organization.
So how can a company be engaged in its community? Simple, by communicating community engagement as a priority within the organization while ensuring your actions support your verbalized commitment. But in most cases, it is anything but simple; it takes a lot of hard work.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez as she talks with Melissa Denbow, Vice President Community Experience Manager at Machias Savings Bank, about the work that she has done to help Machias Savings Bank become a key member of the community it serves, and steps other companies can take to communicate the value of community engagement to its team members.
Executive Presence is a certain set of attitudes, behaviors, and skills which and when combined, send the right signals, influence others, and ultimately drive results. How would you rate yourself in this critical area?
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Mark Gonska, Founder of Career Accelerator and Career Management Associates’ Senior Career and Executive Coach, Executive Presence; Do You Have “It”?
This critical skill is a combination of confidence, poise, and authenticity that convinces the people around you that they in the presence of someone who’s the real deal.
While companies would prefer to operate “crisis free,” such a goal is usually unobtainable.
The crisis could be small—a difficult employee who takes up significant time and energy and appears uncoachable—or a larger crisis—supply chain issues, recalls, active shooter situations.
The question, however, that should be asked is whether managers in the organization have the skills and resources to decrease crises before they occur (in addition to respond fully and efficiently when they do occur).
In this episode of HR Power Hour join host Tawny Alvarez while she discusses these issues and the tools that we can provide to managers to help them be more effective in crisis with John Robertson, workforce wellness expert and culture alignment specialist of FORTLOG Services, Inc.
Every day we wake up determined to engage with life—to overcome work challenges, finish that novel, reach fitness goals, or repair a strained relationship. Despite our best intentions, we fall short. Why is it so hard to finish what we start?
Reaching goals after repeated frustration starts with understanding the impulse known as the Swipe, a side effect of our high-tech culture.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with bestselling author, internationally recognized organizational psychologist, educator, CEO and Co Author Dr. Tracy Maylett of the new book Swipe: The Science Behind Why We Don’t Finish What We Start.
Listen and learn as we discuss how this mechanism works and how to short-circuit the Swipe, reengage, and finally finish what we start.
Have you ever heard a team member tell an employee to “calm down?” Has this ever resulted in the employee calming down, or instead does this simply escalate the situation? While employers spend significant time on training managers on how to do their job or what employment laws require, very rarely do we see companies focusing on providing tools and resources for employees to manage conflict and de-escalate conflict at work.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Carol Bowser, attorney and founder of Conflict Management Strategies as they discuss conflict management at work. This episode will have important takeaways for all individuals who spend their day in a work environment engaging in any way (virtually and in person) with other people.
With over 117 different categories of HR Tech software and countless numbers of vendors worldwide offering HR Tech solutions, imagine how much time it would take to do the research for your specific need.
We found a better solution and it is FREE and trusted by over 3 million HR and TA professionals. In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses A Guide that Honestly Evaluates HR Software with selectsoftwearreviews.com.
HR Tech Editor, Alison Hunter. This platform does all the work for you and provides a vetted shortlist of vendors, pricing guidelines, tips to make budget, and everything else you need when buying HR software.
Many HR professionals recognize that a hybrid work environment is what many employees are seeking. While creating policies and expectations are one element of appropriately implementing a hybrid work environment, many companies are struggling to “make it work.”
The question of how to engage employees and create an inclusive environment is difficult in person—let alone remote. Add into that managing a team that is partially in person and partially remote depending on the day of the week (or hour of the day) and managers have their hands full.
Have no fear! There are tools you can use to better manage the challenging elements of the hybrid work environment. On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Dr. Keri Ohlrich, co-founder of Abbracci Group and co-author of The Way of the HR Warrior, concerning how HR Warriors can use the CHARGE® framework to manage the hybrid work environment.
Tawny and Dr. Ohlrich will discuss not only what the CHARGE® framework is, but also how employers can use Courage, Humility, Accuracy, Resiliency, Goal-Oriented, and Exemplary processes to practically manage the difficulties associated with Hybrid Work.
Long COVID is the condition that describes the long-term health effects of a COVID-19 infection.
Many employees have been infected with the COVID-19 virus, and while they may have recovered and returned to work, some still suffer from lasting health challenges as a result of that infection.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Jim Reidy, Shareholder and Chair of the firm’s Labor and Employment Practice Group at Sheehan Phinny , Long COVID – Are Employers Prepared for the Long Haul.
Listen to Jim and David discuss the potential health issues from Long COVID and the accommodation process that may need to be activated.
The better educated and prepared employers are to address these issues, the better chances there are that they can retain valued employees and avoid costly lawsuits.
In business, we have information coming at us a mile a minute. Some of it’s useful, some of it not-so-much. At the same time, each of us (and our employees) have lives outside of work.
Big things, little things, old things, new things, all the things that we carry with us that makes us who we are–but which also can interfere with productivity and general ability to be “present” at work.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez, as she talks to Dr. Amy Wood, psychologist, about ways that high performers can defy disruption and improve their focus.
From understanding the effect technology has on our lives–both how it helps and hinders productivity–to how clutter in the work environment is adversely affecting our ability to think clearly, this show will be packed with helpful tips to improve your and your team’s focus.
Building a Legacy can seem far off and out of reach, but actually your legacy is a mindset, an awareness of the impact you’re having on your relationships, your organization, and your family.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Jann E. Freed, PhD, leadership consultant, podcaster, and author, her book Breadcrumb Legacy: How Great Leaders Live a Life Worth Remembering. This book is a guide to leaving a trail of meaning through your every communication and interaction of your life and career. Breadcrumb Legacy provides inspiration and practical stories for living a life worth remembering.
With talent in high demand and short supply, organizations are looking to unleash the potential of new talent that may not have the experience or credentials they need.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Michelle Rhee, Co-Founder of Build Within, Modern Apprenticeships: A Talent Strategy Solution.
You may not know that apprenticeships are now an option for any industry not just the “trades”. Listen to Michelle and David discuss how setting up, managing, and being compliant with this modern talent solution can be done quickly and easily with todays technology and support.
Most employees don’t step into leadership roles and find themselves effectively managing teams on day one. While many individuals may possess some natural ability to lead, for most, you would likely hear stories of struggles and failures as they learned what worked and what was less effective.
How can organizations better equip team members to move into leadership positions and experience success? Planning, training, and talent review are three areas that organizations can focus on to assist the next generation of leaders in finding success early in their career.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Sabine Gedeon, the Founder of She Leads Network and host of She Leads Now, a podcast centered around women in leadership and business as they discuss how to prepare the next generation of leaders.
What companies need to be considering, how they can communicate effectively with the next generation of leaders, and how succession planning and talent review can effectively assist an organization in retaining its top talent are just a few of the areas that will be discussed.
DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) programs and trainings have been increasingly coming under more scrutiny as both supporters and critics have been more vocal about the results.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Debra Weiss Ford, Managing Partner at the Law Firm of Jackson Lewis, Workplace Diversity Programs – Doing More Harm Than Good? Listen and learn about DEI Training, the hot topic in 2023 of Reverse Discrimination, and best practices your organization can do to stay informed and make a difference.
The four-day work week is not a new concept, but in the last year we have seen more and more companies who are “making it work.” Additionally, we are seeing states introduce legislation that incentivizes companies to switch to four-day work week, providing state tax credits to both public and private employers who make the switch.
At the federal level, in 2023, we have seen the proposal of a bill entitled the “Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Act” which seeks to incentivize shorter workweeks by requiring overtime pay for time worked in excess of 32 hours per week.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez in a dialogue with Biddeford Maine Mayor Alan Casavant concerning how the city of Biddeford, Maine, as a public employer, moved to a four-day work week and the tips he has for other organizations considering the same.
In an increasingly complex and chaotic world where leaders are in short supply, people of all personality types are needed to lead.
Rather than asking aspiring quiet leaders to “fake it” or pretend to be something they aren’t, the new book Quiet Leader, Loud Results provides real-world tested advice, and strategies on navigating the difficulties of having a quieter personality.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with author, Ankit Mahadevia, a quiet leader, founder, and CEO of nine biotechnology companies the triumphs and pitfalls of his own journey alongside other quiet leaders
"There is a strategic approach to salary negotiation -it starts by understanding the employer's point of view.
Despite stories of amazing signing bonuses and generous pay increases, most of us haven't been wowed by our own compensation.
HRPH brings you Executive Coach Mark Gonska with a 4-Step Approach to Salary Negotiation... it works.
Learn 5 tips of Salary Negotiation that may be hiding in plain sight.
Managers are often promoted into the role because they are operationally skilled.
However, this often sets up first-time managers for failure. Unfortunately, they frequently lack the management skills necessary for success. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks with Jen Serei, SHRM-CP, HR Partner at MP.
They’ll discuss useful tips and best practices for first-time managers, as well as helpful reminders for more seasoned managers.
In this show, Tawny and Jen will:
- Identify different management styles;
- Outline common mistakes new managers make;
- Share ways to limit adverse effects of common managerial mistakes;
- and Cover challenges managers encounter, such as delegating and managing former peers.
Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, and the pace of HR compliance change has been at a record setting pace in 2022 and now 2023 with no signs of it slowing down anytime soon.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Chris Cluff, President of Papertrails, Evolving HR Compliance Challenges for Small Businesses. Learn what and how your small business can do to comply with issues like Earned Paid Leave, Vacation payout requirements, Paid Family Medial Leave, State Retirement Mandates and more.
In this episode of The HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez as she talks with Melissa Denbow, Vice
President Community Experience Manager at Machias Savings Bank.
Tawny and Melissa talk about the work that she has done to help Machias Savings Bank become a key member of the community it serves, and steps other companies can take to communicate the
value of community engagement to its team members.
Employers often ask their employees to “bring their whole self to work.” Companies ask employees to engage in inclusion endeavors and to help the organization achieve its mission as it relates to culture, diversity, and growth.
Often, however, when the organization is unsuccessful in achieving any of these goals, the organization blames the individual—using terms and phrases such as “they weren’t the right fit” or they didn’t “integrate” well with the “culture”.
But the issue could be larger than these catch-phrases. Instead, it may be time for the organization to be asking—do employees feel psychologically safe at work?
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez and Chuck Mollor, founder, CEO, executive coach, and advisor at MCG Partners, as they discuss the importance of psychological safety at work, including why it’s important and how you can help to build a more psychologically safe work environment for your employees.
Retail is the heartbeat of a thriving economy and community, and our guest’s mission is to inspire a new era of leadership, one that teaches leaders to value their most precious asset, their people.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with April Sabral, author of her new book The Positive Effect: A Retail Leaders Guide to Changing the World.
April shares her personal journey, lessons learned, and how to lead with a positive attitude against all the odds.
Can you go ten minutes without checking your email?
Do you find yourself picking up your phone and suddenly realizing you’re not sure what you were planning to search for or what app you were going to visit?
Does the same thing happen when you’re on a tight deadline?When you have to be productive, but the envelope icon keeps flashing on your screen or your phone keeps pinging?
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Jeff Wozer, writer, comedian, speaker, about the effect screen time is having on productivity and proposed ways that employees can take back the time they are losing to digital distractions.
Did you know that if you have an Employer Group Health Plan, you have a fiduciary responsibility to comply with the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) by Jan 1, 2023, or face real fines?
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Healthcare Purchaser Alliance of Maine Co-Founder and President Peter Hayes, the new requirements, and fiduciary best practices for employer sponsored health plans as well as new health care cost transparency tool.
If you are aspiring entrepreneur, growth-focused founder, family business owners, and government and technology professional, you will value the Levys’ business and personal success stories, with guidance on how to manage a marriage and business simultaneously, creating boundaries with a home office, and showing mutual respect in the boardroom.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Elma and Dov Levy, authors of the book Partners in Life and Work, candid advice on the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, while interweaving the world of tech start-ups, the American immigrant experience, and the realities of running a business with your life partner.
A longtime broadcast journalist, ABC News correspondent, and business communication strategist shows how you can craft an honest and authentic response to any scandal, rather than try to deny it, and ultimately bolster your brand.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with T.J. Winick, SVP at Issues Management Group his new book , Reputation Capital: Navigate and Protect Your Greatest Asset, how using transparency, honesty, authenticity, and empathy is key to protecting your brand.
While companies would prefer to operate “crisis free,” such a goal is usually unobtainable.
The crisis could be small—a difficult employee who takes up significant time and energy and appears uncoachable—or a larger crisis—supply chain issues, recalls, active shooter situations.
The question, however, that should be asked is whether managers in the organization have the skills and resources to decrease crises before they occur (in addition to respond fully and efficiently when they do occur).
In this episode of HR Power Hour join host Tawny Alvarez while she discusses these issues and the tools that we can provide to managers to help them be more effective in crisis with John Robertson, workforce wellness expert and culture alignment specialist of FORTLOGServices, Inc
Want to know a uniquely powerful approach from cutting-edge neuroscience, behavioral science, psychology, and world champions, that makes you feel better? Then read a new book called The Habit Mechanic; Fine Tune Your Brain and Supercharge How You Live, Work and Lead.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Dr. Jon Finn, leadership consultant, best-selling author, and Tougher Minds® Founder, his new book which provides the tools, the app, and exercises to make it easier for people make a positive impact on their lives through better habits.
Do you have the right people, in the right roles, doing the right work? Not just that, but even if the right people are in the right role, are they happy?
Do they enjoy the work that they do daily?
Does it bring them joy? What if there was a resource that could help you determine the right role for your team members—while also making sure that they feel included and engaged in your organization’s mission and purpose? There may be.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez and guest David B. Jones, CEO of The Talent Enterprise, as they discuss how using Science and Analytics can provide your company with the insights you need to effectively evaluate not just the needs of the organization—but the needs of your team.
There are currently about 430,000 jobs in the cannabis industry and with more states poised to legalize it, the industry is soaring to new heights. This growth opens the door to a high demand for HR professionals who have an entrepreneurial mindset, can creative problem solve, and provide needed strategic planning. In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Jacques Santucci, President of Opus Consulting, the current state of the cannabis industry, cannabis HR challenges, company culture myths and truths, and why HR leaders should consider this a professional opportunity of a lifetime.
It’s work party time. As we enter the fourth quarter of the calendar year many HR departments are likely discussing end of the year or holiday parties. You know, that time of year where we kick off our shoes, drink a glass of eggnog and try to prepare for the arrival of the new year. Whether you are excited to join your colleagues in holiday festivities or are dreading wearing your happy face and ugly sweater there are some things that all Human Resources professionals should be mindful of when the put their party-planning hat on. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Attorney Elizabeth Johnston of Verrill about how to minimize risks related to holiday party gatherings. It may seem like you can’t have fun and let your hair down without asking for an employment claim, but there are a multitude of steps and precautions that can be taken to minimize allegations of claims of violation of wage and hour laws, harassment, discrimination, and workers’ compensation injuries following a festive event.
Are you a little too comfortable with Self-loathing?
Tired of felling like you are not enough? Our guest says this book is for you!
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with author, attorney, single mom, and business owner Carrington Smith her new book Blooming: Finding Gifts in the Shit of Life.
We discuss how shit is quite literally fertilizer that can take you from trauma to triumph.
On this week’s episode of HR Power Hour. It’s easy to say that your work environment is inclusive, but what does it take to attract and retain female leaders?
Join Tawny as she speaks to April Paradis, HR Specialist at Bank of America about the work that Bank of America is doing to invest in women.
April will discuss the work that Bank of America does in focusing on retention and development while simultaneously understanding that an employee’s needs do not end when they walk out the door.
In understanding the importance in investing in female customers, through their work with the Cornell Women’s Institute, to the programs available for employees, hear how Bank of America engages female employees through their child care and elder care reimbursement programs, tuition assistance programs, and parental leave programs.
That’s on the next HR Power Hour
For the most part, employers want to comply with the laws.But the wage and hour laws are surprising complicated, and not intuitive.
Problems usually arise in one of three ways:
random audit
employee complaint
or referral from another agency
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Margaret (“Peg”) O’Brien, Director of the Employment Law Practice Group at McLane Middleton, the US DOL’s increasing enforcement of employer misclassification of Independent Contractors, Joint Employment, and Exempt Status.
In addition Peg and David discuss the less known fact of how bonuses (including stay and sign on) can effect overtime calculations for nonexempt hourly workers.
It’s difficult to keep up with the ever-changing employment-law landscape.
Add into that landscape state and federal tax and retirement rules and regulations which effect the benefits that are offered to employees (and/or required to be offered to employees) and we know that your company’s HR team’s head is likely spinning. Is there a way that some of the stress associated with benefit administration be shifted to a subject-matter authority? Maybe.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Vinnie Allard, Director of Advisor National Accounts at Human Interest about 401(k)s generally, how small and mid-size businesses can easily take advantage of the benefits provided this investment vehicle, and recently enacted state laws that require employers to offer 401(k)s to employees.
Vinnie and his colleagues have been huge proponents of making 401(k) retirement planning easy and affordable and in this episode of HR Power Hour we will discuss how small and medium-sized businesses can make that happen.
Did you know that if you have an Employer Group Health Plan, you have a fiduciary responsibility to comply with the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) by Jan 1, 2023, or face real fines?
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Healthcare Purchaser Alliance of Maine Co-Founder and President Peter Hayes, the new requirements, and fiduciary best practices for employer sponsored health plans as well as a new health care cost transparency tool.
On the next HR Power Hour, workplaces are comprised of a variety of people with a diverse array of personalities and skills.
While the spectrum of personalities can be vast, most employees conduct themselves in a professional manner, they understand the expectations that their position holds, and they respect authority, their fellow employees, and the company.
But what happens when an employee’s attitude and actions change? As a leader, do you and your teammates have the tools and resources to manage difficult employees with the goal of finding a solution that allows all parties to overcome the issues at hand and move towards a positive and productive work environment.
At the same time, are your team members aware of the legal pitfalls that could await if there is a misstep?
For answers to these questions and a lively discussion about managing difficult employees, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Labor and Employment Attorney Doug Currier about managing the practical and legal risks that difficult employees can bring to the workplace.
We spend over 90,000 hours during our lifetime working so it is no surprise that 1/3 of U.S workers say they have been or are in a workplace romance.
We are of course dealing with primal human behavior. In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with employment attorney Debra Weiss Ford at Jackson Lewis P.C. Romance in the Workplace.
We discuss the legal issues dealing with consensual and nonconsensual relationships and why employers need have policies and processes in place to ensure respect in the workplace is a top priority.
This week on HR Power Hour. Financial health and wellbeing is at the top of employees’ minds.
Research shows that lack of financial stability can lead to adverse health consequences for your employees, both mental and physical.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Matt Bahl, Vice President and Head of Workplace Financial Health at the Financial Health Network about the importance of a livable wage and why employers should invest in supporting employee financial health.
During the course of the episode we will discuss current Human Capital Management rules, the importance financial management plays in DEI and ESG measures, and concreate steps that employers can take to collect and analyze data to understand impediments to helping employees achieve financial stability.
Managers are often promoted into the role because they are operationally skilled. However, this often sets up first-time managers for failure.
Unfortunately, they frequently lack the management skills necessary for success. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks with Jen Serei, SHRM-CP, HR Partner at MP.
They’ll discuss useful tips and best practices for first-time managers, as well as helpful reminders for more seasoned managers.
In this show, Tawny and Jen will:
- Identify different management styles;
- Outline common mistakes new managers make;
- Share ways to limit adverse effects of common managerial mistakes; and
- Cover challenges managers encounter, such as delegating and managing former peers.
What can you learn from an Employee Experience Scientist?
The answer is a lot if you want to lean about how to get the optimal experience of total engagement.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Kevin Campbell M.A., Employee Experience Scientist at Qualtrics, how to think differently and optimize the results of both your employee engagement measurement and performance management tools.
Organizational culture shapes how work gets done. And in today’s M&A environment, culture is becoming a more commanding force across the deal lifecycle and a central determinant of whether a transaction succeeds.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Deloitte Consulting Principal Ami Louise Rich, the ways culture is transforming the M&A environment and the breakdown of the key components of a successful cultural integration.
It’s difficult to keep up with the ever-changing employment law landscape.
Add into that landscape state and federal tax and retirement rules and regulations that affect the benefits that are offered to employees (and/or required to be offered to employees) and we know that your company’s HR team’s head is likely spinning. Is there a way that some of the stress associated with benefits administration be shifted to a subject-matter authority? Maybe.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Vinnie Allard, Director of Advisor National Accounts at Human Interest about 401(k)s generally, how small and mid-size businesses can easily take advantage of the benefits provided this investment vehicle, and recently enacted state laws that require employers to offer 401(k)s to employees.
Vinnie and his colleagues have been huge proponents of making 401(k) retirement planning easy and affordable and in this episode of HR Power Hour, we will discuss how small and medium-sized businesses can make that happen.
Being a leader in 2022 after a 2 year worldwide pandemic, during the great resignation and disengagement of employees, and with inflation and costs of talent and goods at 40+ year high, is quite a challenge.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with speaker, award-winning author, executive coach, and founder of Chin UP Chest Out (CUCO) clothing and radio brand John Brubaker , Leadership Today and how executives and senior leaders can find solutions, strategies, and win in today’s fast changing environment.
The United States Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturning Roe v. Wade has led to a host of different responses from employers across the country—specifically those with employees in states that now ban and significantly limit access to abortions.
There are a number of circumstances and situations that employers should keep top of mind when discussing this controversial topic.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez and Attorney Chris Lockman of Verrill as they discuss how the Court’s holding will affect employers, their benefit plans, and their communications about this controversial topic.
This show will cover questions about employee benefits in states that outlaw abortions, how company statements and social media posts may be used against employers in criminal proceedings, and policies employers should keep in place regarding this topic.
HR Technology is a necessity for all organizations. Recruiting, video interviews, mental health, AI, HRIS systems, DE&I implementation, performance management, employee engagement or just the basics of payroll and benefit management are just a few of the solutions you can purchase in the marketplace today.
But how do you determine and get unbiased guidance on selecting what is best solution for you? On today’s episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Phil Strazzulla, Founder of Select Software reviews, How Technology is Revolutionizing HR.
We discuss trends, tips and a solution on how to find, test and select the best vendors for your HR tech needs.
Affinity groups, mentoring, sponsorship, in many organizations, employees will say, we have these programs, but they have limited success.
So how does an organization recognize the need for such a program, and even more so, how does an organization make it work?
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez of Verrill as she talks with Catherine Lamson, Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at MEMIC as she discusses how the Million Women Mentors program acted as the catalyst for her and her team to create a mentoring program to emphasis STEM work within the insurance and provide MEMIC employees with an opportunity to connect with co-workers in a mentor/mentee fashion.
Catherine will also discuss the successes and hiccups experienced in rolling-out MEMIC’s mentoring program in the midst of a pandemic and how the program has organically evolved to meet the needs of the MEMIC team, resulting in a tripling of program participants in the first year.
Are you a little too comfortable with Self-loathing?
Tired of feeling like you are not enough? Our guest says this book is for you!
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with author, attorney, single mom, and business owner Carrington Smith her new book Blooming: Finding Gifts in the Sh** of Life.
We discuss how shit is quite literally fertilizer that can take you from trauma to triumph.
On the next HR Power Hour, workplaces are comprised of a variety of people with a diverse array of personalities and skills.
While the spectrum of personalities can be vast, most employees conduct themselves in a professional manner, they understand the expectations that their position holds, and they respect authority, their fellow employees, and the company.
But what happens when an employee’s attitude and actions change? As a leader, do you and your teammates have the tools and resources to manage difficult employees with the goal of finding a solution that allows all parties to overcome the issues at hand and move towards a positive and productive work environment.
At the same time, are your team members aware of the legal pitfalls that could await if there is a misstep?
For answers to these questions and a lively discussion about managing difficult employees, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Labor and Employment Attorney Doug Currier about managing the practical and legal risks that difficult employees can bring to the workplace.
Retail is the heartbeat of a thriving economy and community, and our guest’s mission is to inspire a new era of leadership, one that teaches leaders to value their most precious asset, their people.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with April Sabral, author of her new book The Positive Effect: A Retail Leaders Guide to Changing the World.
April shares her personal journey, lessons learned, and how to lead with a positive attitude against all the odds.
This week on HR Power Hour. Financial health and well-being is at the top of employees’ minds.
Research shows that lack of financial stability can lead to adverse health consequences for your employees, both mental and physical.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Matt Bahl, Vice President and Head of Workplace Financial Health at the Financial Health Network about the importance of a livable wage and why employers should invest in supporting employee financial health.
During the course of the episode we will discuss current Human Capital Management rules, the importance financial management plays in DEI and ESG measures, and concreate steps that employers can take to collect and analyze data to understand impediments to helping employees achieve financial stability.
2020 -2022 has been described as the Golden Years for the Human Resources.
C-Suite and Owners have relied on HR to guide them thru the pandemic and now thru the Great Resignation. So how does a HR Professional capitalize and have a career path to CEO, Executive Director or Business owner?
On this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Andrew Bartlow, Founder of People Leader Accelerator, How HR Leaders can Scale to Success.
In a freewheeling, frank, and open discussion Andrew and David look at HR trends in 2022 as well as what it will take for HR to make it to the top.
While the leak of the Supreme Court’s draft opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization has led to significant media buzz concerning the Supreme Court’s role as law interpreter, the division of rights under state and federal law, as well as social activism generally, the draft ruling also reminds HR Professionals about some important policies and practices.
What are those policies and practices you may ask? In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Labor and Employment Attorney Emily Waddell of Verrill concerning the importance of confidentiality agreements at work, how the National Labor Relations Act can effect an organization seeking to restrict employee discussion about social justice matters, as well as revisiting the protections afforded to employees who talk at work about their religious beliefs (which may or may not be directly tied to social justice issues).
Join us on the next episode of HR Power Hour as we discuss each of these important factors as they relate to the leak of the draft opinion relating to the proposed overturning of Roe v. Wade.
We spend over 90,000 hours during our lifetime working so it is no surprise that 1/3 of U.S workers say they have been or are in a workplace romance.
We are of course dealing with primal human behavior. In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with employment attorney Debra Weiss Ford at Jackson Lewis P.C. Romance in the Workplace.
We discuss the legal issues dealing with consensual and nonconsensual relationships and why employers need have policies and processes in place to ensure respect in the workplace is a top priority.
Having trouble retaining great talent? Dealing with employees walking out the door after the first week? Struggling with your leadership not truly understanding when employees are leaving?
In this episode of the HR Power Hour, join host CMA’s David Ciullo discuss with Mark Gonska, Executive Vice President of Dise & Company, Key Strategies for Retaining Talent that include the “4 R’s” in onboarding, how to deal with the actual employers and leaders’ brand in the marketplace, and focusing on what the employers really need to do to succeed in keeping talent.
After the murder of George Floyd in the summer of 2020, millions of people around the world entered into a dialogue about race and racism in America.
Many leaders and HR professionals don’t know where and how to enter the conversation effectively to have this critical conversation. On today’s episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with bestselling author Eric M. Bailey, President of Bailey Strategic Innovation Group, Wholly Shift: Changing the Conversation About Diversity, Empathy, and Privilege Using Brain Science.
We discuss his new book, The Cure for Stupidity, where Eric teaches new ways to think differently from traditional diversity training and how to get real results.
This week on HR Power Hour: Employers have spent much of the last year focusing on employee health and well-being; emphasizing the creation of a healthy work environment to minimize the spread of the virus in the workplace.
Some employers have taken that focus a step further, to make sure that during this difficult time employee’s mental health is also being looked after.
Join Lindy Graham, LCSW and Founder of Well Space Maine and WellSpace@Work and Celine Frueh, Human Resources Director at Allagash Brewing Co. as they discuss the partnership the two organizations have entered into to remove barriers that employees may traditionally experience when seeking mental health counseling and care.
Our long COVID winter MAY be over, but history shows we should proceed with caution as remember it took 3 years to return to pre-pandemic normal for the 1918 worldwide Spanish Flu.
That said, lets be positive and focus on the workplace legal challenges and opportunities in a post-COVID workplace.
In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with the Chair of the Labor and Employment group, James Reidy at Sheehan Phinney, Hope Springs Eternal: From Pandemic to Endemic. We discuss the trends, opportunities, and top challenges HR and C-Suite should expect to navigate in this “new normal”.
On this week’s episode of HR Power Hour. It’s easy to say that your work environment is inclusive, but what does it take to attract and retain female leaders?
Join Tawny as she speaks to April Paradis, HR Specialist at Bank of America about the work that Bank of America is doing to invest in women.
April will discuss the work that Bank of America does in focusing on retention and development while simultaneously understanding that an employee’s needs do not end when they walk out the door.
In understanding the importance in investing in female customers, through their work with the Cornell Women’s Institute, to the programs available for employees, hear how Bank of America engages female employees through their child care and elder care reimbursement programs, tuition assistance programs, and parental leave programs.
That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
We have an overabundance of ‘leaders’ in our world today. But those who truly stand out are the ones who lead in a way that inspires employees to rally behind the organizational cause.
In this episode, host David Ciullo discussed with author Tim Hebert his book The Intentional Leader, practical advice that provide an essential guide to cultivating an authentic, effective, and sustainable approach to leadership.
Companies put significant time and energy into creating and maintaining confidential and proprietary information.
Similarly, companies are aware that investing in employee growth is necessary to maintain happy and healthy employees. What can employers do to protect these valuable assets during the “Great Resignation?
”In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she speaks with Verrill Attorney Robert Brooks about steps that employers can take to protect confidential and proprietary information (as well as ever-important client relationships) from being lost to competitors during the Great Resignation using restrictive covenants.
During this episode they will discuss non-solicitation clauses, confidentiality provisions, and an employer’s ability to use a non-compete clause or agreement.
That’s on this week’s HR Power Hour
Have you recently typed into a search engine, “what are signs of burn-out”?
Have you read articles designed to help you identify and combat burnout? Many HR leaders have—whether attempting to identify the symptoms in team members or in themselves.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez, from Verrill, as she talks with Anush Hansen, Certified Career Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, and creator of the Work-Life Balance Assessment, as they discuss career counseling and how companies can help to both pro-actively limit employee burnout and (unfortunately) how to respond if it’s too late to be proactive.
Helping employees re-center their work-life balance and return to a more happy, healthy, and productive career.
Do you feel like your work and personal life are pulling you in opposite directions? Like the more you’re there for one, the less you’re there for the other?
After his family was torn apart—twice—former journalist Mark Briggs launched a full-scale investigation into work-life balance. What he discovered was a surprising framework of small, simple changes that can send powerful ripple effects throughout your life—both at work and at home.
On this episode of the HR Power Hour, host CMA’s David Ciullo talks with Mark Briggs, author of his fourth book, The Butterfly Impact; Resilience, Resets, and Ripples. We discuss practical activities to help you develop your balance and excel in your career while thriving in your personal life.
Can you go ten minutes without checking your email?
Do you find yourself picking up your phone and suddenly realizing you’re not sure what you were planning to search for or what app you were going to visit? Does the same thing happen when you’re on a tight deadline?
When you have to be productive, but the envelope icon keeps flashing on your screen or your phone keeps pinging?
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Jeff Wozer, writer, comedian, speaker, about the effect screen time is having on productivity and proposed ways that employees can take back the time they are losing to digital distractions.
technology has become essential for HR today. Recruiting, video interviews, mental health, AI, HRIS systems, DE&I implementation, performance management, employee engagement, or just the basics of payroll and benefits management are just a few of the solutions you can purchase in the marketplace today.
But how do you determine and get unbiased guidance on selecting what is the best solution for you? In today’s episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Phil Strazzulla, Founder of Select Software reviews, How Technology is Revolutionizing HR.
We discuss trends, tips, and a solution on how to find, test, and select the best vendors for your HR tech needs
After the murder of George Floyd in the summer of 2020, millions of people around the world entered into a dialogue about race and racism in America.
Many leaders and HR professionals don’t know where and how to enter the conversation effectively to have this critical conversation. On today’s episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with bestselling author Eric M. Bailey, President of Bailey Strategic Innovation Group, Wholly Shift: Changing the Conversation About Diversity, Empathy, and Privilege Using Brain Science.
We discuss his new book, The Cure for Stupidity, where Eric teaches new ways to think differently from traditional diversity training and how to get real results.
If the last two years impacted your organization financially, you're probably eligible for the Employee Retention Tax Credit, or ERC (even if you've already received other financial assistance).
The ERC could infuse tens of thousands (in some cases, hundreds of thousands or over a million dollars) into your organization. For some employers, an ERC is the difference between shutting down and keeping the business in operation.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Paul Carelis, VP of Client and Human Resources Services, at MP, a company combining cutting-edge, user-friendly HR technology with proactive customer support and human resources services. We’ll discuss the ERC and best practices for claiming and maximizing your credit. We'll also cover how to reduce your workload and turnaround time.
That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
Over half of the people in the United States are currently insured through employer-sponsored health insurance and it is no secret that the premiums for both employers and employees are rising.
In this episode of the HR Power Hour, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with bestselling author John Butler his book Health Insurance Sucks, where he delivers new innovative and powerful solutions that you can implement today.
We talk a lot about Employee Wellness.
Providing robust health insurance policies, competitive financial compensation and 401(k) matches, but attrition is still high—why?
May the answer be that true employee wellness can be accomplished through low and moderate-cost benefits?
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez as she speaks with Yair Riemer, CEO of Intoo, a leading career mobility solution provider for human resources, higher education, and workforce sectors, about low and moderate cost employee benefits that lead to higher engagement and better retention.
Using a recognition culture, communicating with empathy, and providing a health-conscious work environment are a few of the many ways that companies can create and maintain an environment that truly focuses on employee wellness.
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State and Federal law provide provisions in which an employer must make an accommodation for employees in certain specific situations.
Understanding what those situations are, appropriately responding to the requests, and being mindful that the accommodation that the company is providing is not gutting the job duties and responsibilities of the position are all areas where companies sometimes make choices that increase their liability under accommodation laws.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Verrill Labor and Employment Attorneys Elizabeth Johnston and Emily Waddell about not just understanding accommodation obligations, but also how to respond to requests to limit future liability.
That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
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The NH Tech Alliance HR Exchange through the law firm Sheehan Phinney asked HR Power Hour host, CMA CEO David Ciullo to speak on the topic of Retaining Top Talent in Turbulent Times.
The HR Power Hour is proud to provide this valuable information to its audience. Listen as David discusses current strategies and immediately actionable tips on Recruiting, Engagement, and Compensation.
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You have questions about vaccine mandates: federal contractor mandates, OSHA’s 100 plus employee mandate, CMS’s mandate, the current status of the healthcare ETS.
The good news is that we have answers. On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she responds to listener questions concerning the most pressing questions that you have about federal vaccine mandates and questions about the current legal challenges to each of the mandates.
That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
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On this week’s episode of HR Power Hour. You have questions about vaccine mandates. You’ve listened to episodes in the past and you have questions! The great news is—we have answers.
You’ve spent months balancing health and safety measures, COVID obligations, how to appropriately account for leave requests and now you’re being asked to add federal, state, and local vaccine mandates into the mix—there’s a lot of information to juggle and we’re here to help make sure that your questions are answered.
This week—you’re the guest and we’re answering the questions you have shared with us concerning this ever-evolving topic. That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
This is love as you've never seen it. This is a love that leans into the hard conversations.
A love that is equal parts inclusion and accountability. A love that focuses on solutions rather than dwelling on problems. A love that gets results.
On this episode of the HR Power Hour, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with co-founders of Culture + and authors Chris Pitre, and Frank Danna, their book Love as a Business Strategy, Resilience, Belonging & Success, which offers a new, people-first framework for achieving any business outcome.
Unfortunately, many corporate environments are toxic and magnify feelings of insecurity.
In today’s episode of the HR Power hour, your host CMA’s David Ciullo discussed with author and CFO Melanie Pump her book, Detox, Managing Insecurity in the Workplace.
Melanie discusses her personal experience with toxic work environments, bullying bosses and negativity. Listen as we discuss what leaders need to know about the causes and impacts of a toxic work environment and the changes needed to make it better.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to WeMaax Consulting Founder & CEO Mary Axelsen about CARE Change Framework and the work that WeMaax Consulting does in the Change Leadership arena.
From coaching circles to one-on-one leadership development programs on this episode we will discuss how organizations and leaders can bring their leadership team to the next level and how WeMaax helps leaders overcome many of the self-created impediments to change.
On this week’s episode of HR Power Hour. It’s easy to say that your work environment is inclusive, but what does it take to attract and retain female leaders?
Join Tawny as she speaks to April Paradis, HR Specialist at Bank of America about the work that Bank of America is doing to invest in women.
April will discuss the work that Bank of America does in focusing on retention and development while simultaneously understanding that an employee’s needs do not end when they walk out the door.
In understanding the importance in investing in female customers, through their work with the Cornell Women’s Institute, to the programs available for employees, hear how Bank of America engages female employees through their child care and elder care reimbursement programs, tuition assistance programs, and parental leave programs.
That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
Having trouble retaining great talent? Dealing with employees walking out the door after the first week? Struggling with your leadership not truly understanding why employees are leaving?
In this episode of the HR Power Hour, join host CMA’s David Ciullo discuss with Mark Gonska, Executive Vice President of Dise & Company, Key Strategies for Retaining Talent that include the “4 R’s” in onboarding, how to deal with the actual employers and leaders’ brand in the marketplace, and focusing on what the employers really need to do to succeed in keeping talent.
On this week’s episode of HR Power Hour. You have questions about vaccine mandates. You’ve listened to episodes in the past and you have questions!
The great news is— HR Power Hour Co-host Tawny Alvarz, has answers. You’ve spent months balancing health and safety measures, COVID obligations, how to appropriately account for leave requests and now you’re being asked to add federal, state, and local vaccine mandates into the mix—there’s a lot of information to juggle and we’re here to help make sure that your questions are answered.
This week—you’re the guest and we’re answering the questions you have shared with us concerning this ever-evolving topic. That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
HR professionals have been at the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic. They have been expected to be the expert on the seemly daily changes needed to organizational policies and procedures.
On this week’s HR Power Hour episode, CMA’s David Ciullo hosts employment attorney James Reidy, shareholder at the law firm Sheehan. Listen as they provide an upbeat and realistic assessment of the 10 Things that Keep HR Professionals Awake at Night (COVID Edition) including OSHA, CDC, vaccinations, social media, accommodations, remote work, stress and mental health, recruiting and more.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Three words that are easy to say (and write), but harder to achieve. Many organizations have a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, but find that the program is not achieving results.
Looking at the program and determining whether the organization has focused on the fundamentals and the foundation of the program is key to a DEI program’s success. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Humza Khan, the Owner of Inclusion Maine, as they discuss the first five steps any organization should take in creating a DE&I program.
By focusing on the foundation, organizations are more likely to build a program that achieves the goals that sought and create a more diverse and inclusive work environment.
We all know who the Jerk at Work is but today, they reach us digitally at home and the stats show it’s creating even more issues of harassment and bullying.
On this week’s HR Power Hour episode, CMA’s David Ciullo hosts employment attorney Debra Weiss Ford, Partner at Jackson Lewis. Listen as they discuss and provide practical solutions to the new challenges leaders and HR are facing with digital harassment thru video conferencing, social media ratings, vaccines, and other current events.
President Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate comes at a time when organizations both small and large are struggling to keep workers safe and healthy while simultaneously attracting and retaining the top talent.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Labor and Employment attorney Robert Brooks, partner at Verrill, concerning the President’s recent mandate, who it applies to, how to implement the expectations moving forward, vaccine mandates more broadly and best practices in minimizing risk while maintaining compliance.
A recent survey states that 95% of employers use social networking sites to research job candidates during hiring process.
What if you could have an actual Consumer Reporting Agency do it for you and lower your risks?
Social Intelligence is just that agency so listen to CMA’s host David Ciullo talk to President Bianca Lager as they discuss why it could be a great option for your organization.
Where is wellness-at-work going today now that employees are returning to work?
On this week’s HR Power Hour episode, CMA’s David Ciullo hosts Heather Waibel, speaker, entrepreneur, and CEO of the company Welnys.
Listen as they discuss the challenges leaders are grappling with when it comes to wellness programs today and tips and solutions that make sense going forward.
You have been hearing a lot about Pay Transparency in the news and in today’s world of social media and sites like GlassDoor and PayScale, information about employer pay practices will get out one way or another.
In this segment of the HR Power Hour, CMA’s host David Ciullo discusses with Adam Hamel, Director & Chair of the Employment Practice Group at McLane Middleton the benefits, drawbacks, and pitfalls of organizations disclosing within the company and/or publicly, some level of information about their pay practices.
Pre-existing injuries, emotional wellness, stress, a skiing accident—are they covered by workers’ compensation?
Understanding the ins and outs of how workers’ compensation works, when the first report of injury is necessary, and how it could affect your business operations is confusing and complex.
Add into the discussion that often times an employee’s work-related injury could make them eligible for an accommodation under the ADA and/or time away from work under a state or federal paid (or unpaid) leave law. Most people’s heads begin to spin.
Join Tawny as she talks to Elizabeth Smith of Verrill. They dig into some of the most common workers’ compensation nightmares that keep companies up at night and share tips and tricks to help you better navigate the intricacies of the system.
Leaders must influence their organizations and earn relevance with customers, employees, and all stakeholders every day.
The new strategic dynamic environment where competition for valuable resources is intense, disruption is an expected condition, stakeholders always want more, and innovation is expected.
Listen to Dave Coffaro, author of the book Leading from Zero: Seven Essential Elements of Earning Relevance and host CMA’s David Ciullo discuss how to succeed in this new strategic paradigm.
Everybody recruits is a special interview with David Ciullo, the CEO of Career Management Associates. David is an HR thought leader, speaker, and emcee as well as the talk show host and owner of the HR Power Hour national radio show. David is one of the most dynamic, eclectic people you'll ever meet. In addition to his professional successes, David is certified in Creative Training Techniques, is an Eagle Scout, and a Black Belt in Tae-Kwon-Do.
In this episode, Coach Bru and David discuss the fact that everyone in every walk of life recruits. They also delve into why it's important to build a compelling personal brand in order for employees to advance their careers. And from the employer's perspective how building their personal brand makes the company a magnet for talent.
David also shares a few of his tricks of the trade and secrets about how employers can make the hiring process easier for all involved and how that yields CONSISTENTLY better results.
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The world has changed. Globalism, technology, and remote work is today’s 21st-century management reality.
On this week’s episode, CMA’s David Ciullo hosts Christopher D. Lee, Ph.D., SPHR, the Chief Human Resources Officer for William & Mary, the nation’s second-oldest university. They discuss how Leaders need new tools to Coach, Counsel, and Cheer their teams to success.
There is a multitude of factors to consider as employers begin (or continue) to return employees to the physical workplace.
As companies balance operational needs with employee satisfaction, they will simultaneously be juggling health and safety precautions related to the pandemic and the vaccination status of their team members. Woven into all of this is the fact that in most parts of the country, the labor market has put employees in a strong bargaining position, and the work-from-home arrangement has been sufficing for many over the course of the last year.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she discusses these issues and the legal implications of the employer’s decisions with Attorney Emily Waddell of Verrill’s Labor and Employment Practice Group.
Wellness benefits are great; if your company offers something your employees want.
Imagine, however, a wellness program that provides employees with the exact wellness benefits they want or are already investing in?
The good news is, you don’t have to imagine it, because that is what Wallit provides. Join Tawny as she interviews Mike Vien, CEO and Founder of Wallit, the card-linked benefits platform and wellness wallet that makes work-life integration simpler, more productive, and more rewarding.
Mike will explain Wallit’s functionality and how it is revolutionizing how companies provide employees with the benefits that they really want and need, while aligning the workforce around shared business objectives to achieve business outcomes at the same time.
Flexibility really is key, and as employees return to the office, they will be seeking that even more than before, thus requiring businesses to meet those expectations in order to retain the top talent.
New employees to the workforce expect to have info at their digital fingertips and employers are looking for new ways to remove barriers to what they need faster.
Imagine a modern training and technology that resembles “PokémonGo” and improves quality and operations by more than50%. It’s not a dream, it’s Augmented Reality (AR) the next tool for HR and Business, and it’s coming to your business sooner than you think.
Listen to Wayne Edwards, Augmented Reality Specialist at PTC, and Steve Borne, Solutions Sales Executive from Scone discuss with host CMA’s David Ciullo this new and exciting technology.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to WeMaax Consulting Founder & CEO Mary Axelsen about CARE Change Framework and the work that WeMaax Consulting does in the Change Leadership arena.
From coaching circles to one-on-one leadership development programs on this episode we will discuss how organizations and leaders can bring their leadership team to the next level and how WeMaax helps leaders overcome many of the self-created impediments to change.
If the healthcare system were an emperor, Covid-19 tragically revealed that it had no clothes.
In his new book, Care After Covid, Dr. Shantanu Nundy―Chief Medical Officer of Accolade, lays out a comprehensive plan to transform healthcare.
Listen as CMA host David Ciullo and DR Nundy provides action items leaders and HR professionals can do right now to help their employees and their organizations navigate the medical minefield today.
At a time in which alcohol and drug abuse is on the rise, are you or someone in your company in a position to identify when an employee is under the influence of an impairing substance?
Whether your organization has a drug testing policy, has federal contracts, has employees driving vehicles or operating heavy equipment, each may play a role in your legal obligations, but what about your general obligations to keep your work environment—and the people in your work environment—safe.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny as she talks to Scot Mattox, Esq. CEO of Dirigo Safety, LLC about identifying impairment in the workplace and the services that Dirigo Safety, LLC offers to companies to help educate leaders as to best practices related to safety and health concerning drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
From identifying signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug overdoses and impairment, appropriate elements to include in your impairment policies, and understanding the ever changing and evolving “lingo” about drugs, this is a can’t miss episode.
Inclusion has become a buzzword but what does organizational inclusion really mean in 2021.
In this week's episode, CMA’s David Ciullo hosts Jodi Detjen, author of the new book The Next Smart Step: How to Overcome Gender Stereotypes and Build a Stronger Organization.
Jodi and David discuss immediate actions you can take to make it a reality in your organization.
Authenticity is key to having an inclusive work environment. But studies show that upwards of 60% of your workforce is likely covering some aspect of themselves.
What is covering? Coined in 1963 by Erving Goffman, the use of the term covering is increasingly used today for when individuals manage or downplay their differences and aspects of their true identity in order to “fit in.”
Examples of covering can include everything from hiding one’s sexual orientation or group affiliations to altering their appearance and grooming habits.
On this episode of HR Power Hour join Tawny as she talks to Verrill Labor and Employment lawyer Liz Johnston as they talk about what covering in the workplace looks like, how it is sabotaging DEI plans, and the legal implications of covering in the workplace.
Leaders need to have the courage and conviction to use the trust they have built in their organizations to pursue and influence the rapid and difficult changes that are happening today.
Ryan Estis of ryanestis.com is a national speaker, consultant, coach and advisor who speaks with HRPH's host David Ciullo on the personal growth, innovation and leadership skills needed in 2021 and beyond.
Ripped from the April 8, 2021 Headlines of the Bangor Daily News: “Readfield Woman says company rescinded job offer after she sought breastfeeding accommodation”.
Would you like that story to be about your organization?
Did you know that there is an organization that can help employers nationwide with family-friend benefits, tools and an app that can minimize the risk, foster employee engagement, and improve your bottom line?
Join CMA’s host David Ciullo as he speaks with CEO and Founder Amy VanHaren of Pumpspotting discuss How to Accommodate Breastfeeding in the Workplace: One Maine tech startup is helping employers with family-friendly benefits.
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2021 will be a great year if you #MoveForward and do the dedicated and focused work to make it happen.
CMA’s David Ciullo hosts John Brubaker, Speaker, Executive Coach, and Author of the new book Beyond Stadium Status in a practical and tip-filled discussion for all C-Suite, HR, and business leaders.
In addition, John gives an update on his clothing line Chin Up Chest Out and the difference it is making mental health awareness.
Brann & Isaacson and Career Management Associates continue their Employment Law webinar series with a timely update for employers on some of the new key workplace developments in managing the pandemic and addressing other pressing workplace issues.
Our focus will be on concrete and practical issues for HR and leadership, and we expect to address:
- FFCRA extension. What are our options?
- What do I need to know about the COBRA subsidy?
- Managing the haves and have nots: Running a business with a partially vaccinated workforce(confidentiality, passports, lesser restrictions for vaccinated employees etc.)
- Managing performance and addressing engagement in a hybrid remote/office world.
- Continuing workplace accommodations(masks, teleworking, flexible schedules, child care etc.).
Affinity groups, mentoring, sponsorship, in many organizations, employees will say, we have these programs, but they have limited success. So how does an organization recognize the need for such a program, and even more so, how does an organization make it work?
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez of Verrill as she talks with Catherine Lamson, Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at MEMIC as she discusses how the Million Women Mentors program acted as the catalyst for her and her team to create a mentoring program to emphasis STEM work within the insurance and provide MEMIC employees with an opportunity to connect with co-workers in a mentor/mentee fashion.
Catherine will discuss the successes and hiccups experienced in rolling-out MEMIC’s mentoring program in the midst of a pandemic and how the program has organically evolved to meet the needs of the MEMIC team, resulting in a tripling of program participants in the first year.
This week on the HR Power Hour, our guest is Ken Gronbach, author of the book Upside, Profiting from the Profound Demographic Shifts Ahead.
Did you know that when it comes to understating trends in the world that demographers are around 80% right, and economists are only 30% right?
It's true, and you can learn why listening to CMA's David Ciullo host the discussion with Ken on why there is GREAT NEWS for HR and business professionals when it comes to hiring and talent in 2021.Get educated and enjoy the next HR Power Hour.
This week on the HR Power Hour, the question of if Work-Life Balance being attainable is asked and according to the author of the new book The Work-Life Balance Myth: Rethinking Your Optimal Balance for Success, there is no such thing.
There are two important facts: 1) stress happens―you can’t avoid it, and 2) your existence is composed of far more than “work” and “life.” The critical concept of seven slices in your life and how to have harmony with them is exactly what CMA’s host David Ciullo discusses with author Dave McNeff discusses with the host, CMA’s David Ciullo.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny as she talks to Shawn O’Leary, Executive Vice President of Dirigo Safety, LLC, about active shooter training and the importance of having a plan in place to respond to the aftermath of an attack.
Most employers think that it could never happen to them. Their organization is staffed with great people, and none of them would ever wish harm on their co-workers. In many situations, however, the threat is not from one of your employees but from a third party.
Have you recently performed a security assessment of your physical location, are your employees trained on how to respond to an active shooter incident, do you have a plan in place as to how to respond in the aftermath of such an event? Tawny and Shawn will discuss best practices in responding to all these concerns and how to keep employees as safe as possible should an active shooter event occur at your workplace.
This week on HR Power Hour, we look at how 2020 has changed our economy including the business trends of remote work, customer expectations, and the disruption of “norms.”
In addition, we uncover the growth opportunities for business owners and cost reductions in 2021.
Join CMA host David Ciullo as he speaks with Chris Cynkar, Business Owner, Franchise Consultant, and Expense Reduction Expert, as we look at what business owners are planning this year.
Brann & Isaacson and Career Management Associates continue their Employment Law webinar series with a timely update for employers on some of the new key workplace developments in managing the pandemic and also addressing other pressing workplace issues.
Our focus will be on concrete and practical issues for HR and leadership, and we address:
- The latest federal and state vaccine guidance.
- New DOL and OSHA workplace mandates for COVID safety.
- New federal or state mandates for COVID related leave.
- An update on the Portland Emergency pay litigation.
- Advice on requesting medical notes in light of the EPL law.
- Return to work versus telework: managing the competing challenges.
On February 4, 2021, the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act of 2021 was introduced by House and Senate Democrats.
This legislation has been touted as the most significant reform of labor law in the United States since the Taft-Hartley Act and the 1935 Wagner Act—both World War II-era laws. Even if your work environment is not unionized, and thus labor concerns are not at the top of mind, the PRO Act has elements, which, if passed, will have significant impacts on your organization.
For those operating in a unionized environment, employers can expect to feel the substantial impact in the PRO Act (from union membership to replacement of striking workers) if passed.
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill Attorney Robert Brooks as he shares with Tawny the top ten aspects of the Act that employers should keep at the top of mind.
This week on the HR Power Hour join host David Ciullo and Ron Thurston Author and VP of Stores at INTERMX.
In this episode, we discuss Ron’s book Retail Pride; The Guide to Celebrating Your Accidental Career.
Want to accelerate your potential and grow your career? Listen to David and Ron discuss straightforward and practical tips for developing your talents, connecting with customers and building your leadership skills.
On this week’s HR Power Hour, success feels great, but we learn the most from our failures. Whether the failure is large or small, the growth potential that comes with the experience provides an opportunity for future success.
In this episode, we have a replay of Robert Baldacci discussing his work with Baldacci Consulting Group, his experiences in the restaurant industry (both in a well-known family-owned restaurant and as a franchisee), and the lessons that he has learned throughout his business career that are helpful generally, and to businesses as they pivot operations and plans amidst pandemic concerns.
Ever wonder if your business needs a Board of Directors? The fact is that there are many different types of Boards as well as many different reasons to create one to help your business, and yes yourself.
This week on the HR Power Hour, join host David Ciullo and Colleen McCracken, a Strategic Business Advisor, discuss Everything Owners Need to Know About Boards and why you should get clear guidance when making this critical decision.
As employers, we are focusing significant time and energy on Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives.
Do we have the right people in the right positions? Do our policies appropriately set forth our commitment to these initiatives? But has your organization given thought to the fact that who you lease or rent property from could be a reflection on your business’s commitment to DEI?
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny as she talks to James W. Dinkle, Executive Director of the Kennebec Regional Development Authority/FirstPark in Oakland Maine about the importance of community and the location in which you are starting or relocating your business and the questions you should ask when you are assessing whether the business community appropriately reflects your organization’s DEI initiatives.
This week on the HR Power Hour join host David Ciullo and Coleen Greco founder of Reset Refuel Renew
On this episode, we discuss the three pillars for optimal health.
Today more than ever organizations are looking to help their employees succeed. Coleen and David discuss how virtual personal training, nutrition coaching, and mindset coaching properly designed can help you discover JOY and improve your performance at work and in life.
This week on HR Power Hour: Employers have spent much of the last year focusing on employee health and well-being; emphasizing the creation of a healthy work environment to minimize the spread of the virus in the workplace.
Some employers have taken that focus a step further, to make sure that during this difficult time employee’s mental health is also being looked after.
Join Lindy Graham, LCSW and Founder of Well Space Maine and WellSpace@Work and Celine Frueh, Human Resources Director at Allagash Brewing Co. as they discuss the partnership the two organizations have entered into to remove barriers that employees may traditionally experience when seeking mental health counseling and care.
This week on HR Power Hour: We all know the importance of workers’ compensation insurance but how does it relate to the current pandemic and COVID-19?
In some states, what is known as a presumption has be instituted, resulting in certain classes of employees who become sick as being presumed to have contracted the virus at work. How does this work and what implications are created? What does it mean and what things should HR Professionals have at top of mind when thinking about workers compensation during the pandemic?
Join Elizabeth Connellan Smith, Labor and Employment Attorney at Verrill to find out the answers to these questions and more. That’s next week on the HR Power Hour.
This week on HR Power Hour, new year, new you. Despite the pandemic, as in past years, many employees are likely at the beginning journeys of new year’s resolutions. When those resolutions involve health and wellbeing, often bringing a professional in helps employees stay on track and accountable, helping them to achieve their goals.
And what do healthy employees make? Usually happier and more engaged employees and what does that mean for your organization—well I don’t think any of us have argued that engagement is negative.
Join Verrill co-host Tawny Alvarez as she speaks with Shelby Turcotte, founder, owner, and trainer at Shelby Trained for a discussion on helping employees meet their health and well-ness related goals and his “Simplementation System” for success.
This week on the HR Power Hour, join David Ciullo and Joe Hart President/CEO of Dale Carnegie & Associates.
On this episode we discuss the Importance of Culture and Resilience especially with the challenge of both the onsite and virtual workplace of today. We also discuss tips and strategies to reduce stress and support productivity as well as how to engage employees in this new hybrid workplace.
This week on the HR Power Hour, join David Ciullo and Jim Edholm Founder of Business Benefits Inc.
On this episode we discuss Healthcare Benefit Strategies in 2021. There may be a Brightside to COVID-19 and it may happen in an unusual place -Healthcare Benefits. According to Jim, this could be the best time in years for an employer to consider totally new funding options for their health care benefit program.
Both you and the employees can save money. That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
This week on the HR Power Hour join host David Ciullo and Debra Weiss Ford the Managing Partner at Jackson Lewis.
On this episode we discuss the critical topic of doing Investigations in a Covid World.
How are you the leader or HR professional really going to do thorough and fair investigations without doing them in person? Deb and David talk about 10 rules for conducting effective workplace investigations even during a pandemic.
What do Maine’s recent election results (at the local, state, and federal level) mean for Maine businesses?
What should companies keep at top of mind for the first quarter of 2021 and the future? How will the results effect the next Maine legislative cycle as well as what changes can we expect to see at a national level in 2021?
Join Tawny Alvarez for a dynamic discussion with Maine Street Solutions Managing Principal Mike Saxl, and Government Affairs Specialist, Bobby Reynolds, for answers to these questions and more.
That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
* The views expressed by today’s guests are the guests alone and do not reflect the views of the hosts, the hosts’ employers, sponsors, advertisers, the station or the network.
This week on the HR Power Hour, join David Ciullo and Matt Hollister CEO of Business Benefits Inc.
On this episode we discuss Why a “Virtual PEO” May Be a Better Option for employers or small businesses especially in today’s challenging environment.
We take you from the beginning of what is a PEO, its benefits and challenges, and what your options could be. This quick Q&A conversation provides you all the necessary info to understand and make the right decision.
This week on the HR Power Hour, join David Ciullo as he speaks with Nadra and Rob Edgerly, Owners of three small businesses in Maine (Nadra Photography Inc., Maine Life Real Estate, Dale Carnegie Maine).
On this episode we discuss the Real Small Business Lessons from 2020. With 4 teen age children, 1 dog, 1 cat and 10 chickens at home and 3 small businesses to run, Nadra and Rob provide inspiring lessons on how to reduce stress as well as retrain and reengage employees through the use of the Dale Carnegie principals in your personal and professional life.
This week on HR Power Hour, the presidential election is days away, are you up to date on the laws that effect employers during election season?
Do you need to pay employees who miss work as they stand in long lines waiting to vote? Must you permit employees to take time away from work in order to vote? Should you be concerned if an employee waits in line for hours during a pandemic and isn’t wearing a mask or social distancing?
Voting during a pandemic leads to all types of questions from employers about what they can and cannot do. On this episode of HR Power Hour we talk to employment attorney Elizabeth Johnston of Verrill about the do’s and don’ts that employers should keep at top of mind during election season.
This week on the HR Power Hour, Jim Reidy, Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Group at Sheehan Phinney, discusses important Tips on Managing a Remote Workforce.
This isn’t our Fathers Workplace! It’s a brave new world. Home used to be a separate refuge from work. Now because of advances in technology, public health issues, and changes in how we view work, the home is where work happens.
Listen to your host David Ciullo and Jim, discuss how we can properly manage remote relationships on the next HR Power Hour.
This week on HR Power Hour join Tawny Alvarez and Ben Ford, attorney and partner in the Labor and Employment Practice Group at Verrill.
On this episode we discuss the recent White House Executive Order on Combatting Race and Sex Stereotyping and the effect that it does (and will) have on the content set forth in company’s diversity and inclusion trainings as well as implicit bias trainings.
We will discuss the effect that the Order has on federal contractors and the penalties that are set forth in the order should a company fail to take the required actions.
Woven into this discussion is recent reports of DOL letters received from some of the country’s largest employers concerning Title VII obligations as they relate to the organization’s commitment to hiring and recruiting individuals of color in response to the Black Lives Matter movement.
This week on HR Power Hour join Tawny Alvarez and Nancy Marshall of Marshall Communications for a discussion on how individual leaders can stay relevant during COVID-19 by focusing on personal branding.
Prior to the pandemic, the ability to personally brand has taken many forms of in person interactions off the table, how do individuals stay relevant and memorable when social distancing and remote connections are the new norm?
Next on the HR Power Hour, Christopher Littlefield, International and TedX Speaker and founder of beyondthankyou.com discusses his new book 75+ Team Building Activities for Remote Teams.
As an expert in employee appreciation, workplace culture and relationship building, Chris joins us from Chilie to provide you practical immediate tips that can make a difference in engaging your remote teams.
This week on HR Power Hour join Tawny Alvarez and Asker Saeed, of Saeed Consulting LLC, for a discussion on the steps organizations must undertake before instituting effective diversity and inclusion programs and why so many companies’ diversity and inclusion efforts are unsuccessful.
Specifically, in this episode we will discuss the impediments that already exist in many companies that disrupt the ability to maintain a diverse culture and interfere with inclusion, as well as why companies are failing (or refusing) to hold themselves accountable when their diversity or inclusion undertakings are unsuccessful.
How can HR professionals make an impact in developing inclusion during these challenging times?
This week on the HR Power Hour, Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Linkage discusses how organizations need to merge inclusion into leadership development thus making inclusion part of ongoing expectations, ongoing measurement and development of an overall broader leadership development effort.
This week on the HR Power Hour, we have a replay of Mark Gonska, EVP and Chief Connections Officer at Dise & Company discusses the important topic of Avoiding Career Self Sabotage.
There are so many ways you can sabotage your career without even knowing it. For example, it truly is a myth that your job is secure, and your boss truly knows your daily value.
Let’s listen to Mark Gonska provide some key areas for you to watch and top-secret tips to insure your career success.
This week on the HR Power Hour join Tawny as she talks to serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and founder and president of Mindscaling,
Shawn Hunter about his book Small Acts of Leadership: 12 Intentional Behaviors That Lead to Big Impact.
While great leaders recognize that change is inevitable, making change can seem daunting and overwhelming.
In Shawn’s book he proves that small changes in your leadership style, focus, and outlook can have a dramatic impact on your (and your organization’s success).
This program will provide listeners with a peak at the impactful changes Hunter shares in Small Acts of Leadership and tips on how to integrate these changes into your workday.That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
Cause marketing proves an effective marketing strategy for many retail and service organizations. Publicizing support for social justice campaigns and other non-profits can lead to increased brand loyalty as well as target like-minded consumers.
Has your organization given thought to participating in cause marketing, and specifically, the effect cause marketing could have on employee engagement?
In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill Attorney Rob LaPlaca for a discussion on the history of cause marketing, what it is, how it works, as well as the considerations companies must keep at top of mind when determining whether cause marketing should be part of the organization’s marketing strategy, and if so, whether there is a way to simultaneously increase employee engagement.
This week on the HR Power Hour, Mark Hannum the Chief Research Officer at Linkage discusses his new book “BECOME: The Path to Purposeful Leadership”
The world’s greatest leaders focus on three critical things; they are committed to accomplishing something that maters; they articulate a vision that others embrace; and they demonstrate a series of 5 commitments. In BECOME, Mark Hannum reveals the evidence-based secrets that surfaced from the vast data Linkage has collected on leadership effectiveness.
He details the five commitments that the best leaders make to themselves and their organizations.Learn more on the next HR Power Hour.
Next week on the HR Power Hour, John Brubaker, aka Coach Bru, discusses the sequel to his last best-selling book, Stadium Status.
Beyond Stadium Status takes you on a behind the scenes journey into what it takes to elevate and separate your brand in today’s crowded and commoditized environment.
He also discusses his new clothing line “Chin UP Chest Out” which supports mental health awareness. That’s on the next HR Power Hour.
On this episode of HR Power Hour join Tawny Alvarez in a discussion with Attorney Ben Ford of Verrill on the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, GA, holding that the term “sex” in Title VII protects employees from discrimination in the work environment on account of sexual orientation and gender identity.
This discussion will provide a foundational discussion of how the case came before the Supreme Court and an analysis of the majority and dissenting opinions. Additionally, Tawny and Ben will provide specific take-aways concerning concrete steps that employers should take on account of the recent decision.
This week on the HR Power Hour, understanding the importance of resilience in our personal lives and at work is key to growth and development as manager and leaders.
Join Kate Simpson, co-author and developer of Take-Two: a Journal for New Beginnings as she discusses the Take-Two Journal and its purpose to assist individuals in building resilience to deal with difficult situations—both personal and professional. Divided into four sections according to seasons, Tawny Alvarez and Kate Simpson discuss the process of recognizing and facing problems and the work necessary to build resilience and overcome these issues.
This week on the HR Power Hour, you are going to hear a hour of the recent webinar done on Realities of Re-Opening webinar hosted by Dave Ciullo and employment attorney Peter Lowe in which they discuss the important issues employers are grappling with as many workplaces reopen in June.
Some of the most pressing questions include:
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What happens if an employee or a visitor gets infected by COVID-19?
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What are my liabilities? What should I do to minimize them?
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How do I deal with employees who are reluctant or unwilling to return to work?
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Business is soft, and our future is uncertain, so how do I decide who to layoff and what are the risks?
This is a practical and conversational discussing the questions from actual leaders and HR professionals.
Next on the HR Power Hour, Kevin O’Brian, author of the new book “The Massachusetts Biotech Boom; A Guide for Executives and Entrepreneurs, provides insight to employers and employees on recognizing what and why retirement is important to you.
Kevin and your host David Ciullo discuss his new book which provides an overview of the biotech opportunities, explores the risks, the process of wealth management, and techniques for generating more wealth.
On this week's HR Power Hour, success feels great, but we learn the most from our failures.
Whether the failure is large or small, the growth potential that comes with the experience provides an opportunity for future success.
In this episode, we sit down with Robert Baldacci to discuss his work with Baldacci Consulting Group, his experiences in the restaurant industry (both in a well-known family-owned restaurant and as a franchisee), and the lessons that he has learned throughout his business career that are helpful generally, and to businesses as they pivot operations and plans amidst pandemic concerns.
On this week's HR Power Hour, Technology drives constant change, and HR and
C-Suite leaders have to get employees comfortable with the turmoil change creates.
But where do leaders get started in dealing with the complexities of progress? Graham Binks, author of the new book: Trusting Technology: Mastering Technology for Non-Tech Leaders, discusses how business leaders can become centered in their focus, approach, and resilience with adopting and adapting technology in the workplace.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Liz Greason, co-owner of Maine Intercultural Communication Consultants, LLC for a discussion about overcoming intercultural issues in the workplace.
Liz will discuss with listeners the work that her organization does with entities to help the organization understand their relationship with diversity and ways that the organization can evolve to make the organization stronger. The episode focuses on Maine Intercultural Communication Consultant's use of the Intercultural Development Inventory and Intercultural Competency in understanding an organization's strengths and weaknesses related to creating a diverse work environment.
On this week's HR Power Hour, In the wake of the federal government's institution of the Paycheck Protection Program and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act it is easy to focus on your company's obligations under both of those statutes. Be mindful, however, that all the statutes that previously applied to your business remain in effect.
In this episode, Tawny talks to Elizabeth Johnston, Attorney in Verrill's Labor and Employment Practice Group concerning the importance of not losing sight of other employee rights and statutory leave requirements in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic-such as the NLRA, the ADA, the FMLA, and workers' compensation responsibilities.
This week on the HR Power Hour our guest is Todd Cherches. He's the CEO and CoFounder of Big Blue Gumball and an author of the new book Visual Leadership, Leveraging the Power of Visual Thinking in Leadership and in Life.
Challenge conventional wisdom during these uncertain times and listen to Todd as he returns to the show to educate us on why a picture is not only worth a thousand words but how it can transform the future of work thru Visual Thinking.
This week on the HR Power Hour our guest is Chris Cynkar, Franchise Consultant at FranChoice. Chris has been a frequent guest on the HR Power Hour talking about career opportunities.
The Coronavirus situation does not mean that there are no opportunities. Have you thought about what you're going to do now that the market has turned, and you potentially have been laid off or furloughed? Have you thought about an opportunity where you're your own boss?
Chris Cynkar talks about making the investment in yourself and how in today's changing market you can still be successful in your next career.
On this episode of the HR Power Hour, join us as we talk to Kelly Donahue, Partner in Verrill's Intellectual Property Practice Group, as we talk about Intellectual Property 101 for Human Resources Professionals.
During the show, we will learn the differences between patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets as well as understand the role that they play in employment. Specifically, we will discuss the risks of a company not having policies or agreements in place concerning employees who create or have access to this intellectual property and whether there are small changes that organizations can make to protect this information.
The HR Power Hour continues to provide employer updates on the Coronavirus. This week, Josh Scott, Partner with the Jackson Lewis law firm discusses the Covid 19 Update and its Effects on Employers.
On April 1, 2020, the U.S. DOL posted temporary regulations for the Emergency Paid Sick Leave and the Emergency FMLA to provide employers with guidance to administer. In addition, more info was providing on the CARES Act. Josh provides info on these topics and specific NH and MA guidance.
On this week's episode of the HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez and Ben Ford, Partner at Verrill in the Labor and Employment Practice Group, discuss the federal government's most recent response to the COVID-19 Pandemic through the FFCRA and CARES Act.
They will discuss the underlying provisions of both Acts as well as best practices for employers in implementing the new statutes and taking advantage of the benefits provided by the statutes.
Training and development is often discussed as part of a long and short term workforce education strategy. After more than 25 years maybe it is time to take the strategy to the next level.
Saïd Eastman, CEO/GM, JobsInTheUS talks about creating brand ambassadors who not only gain personal and educational career growth but also humanize recruiting
CMA and HR Power Hour releases"Coronavirus Employment Issues" Radio show
Our guest is Peter Lowe, Partner with the law firm of Brann & Isaacson and the topics to be covered include:
- Quarantine and imposing travel restrictions and wage and hour consequences;
- Requiring Doctor notes, medical tests as well as return to work requirements;
- Requests for accommodations, the icability of the ADA,and applying leave laws;
- Refusal to work and applying leave laws;
- Maintaining confidentiality;
- Pending implementation of current, emergency approved and potential pending legislation...and more.
On This Weeks Episode of HR Power Hour, today 55 million Americans struggle to save for retirement via their regular paycheck. People who work for small businesses are disproportionately affected.
On the HR Power Hour Sarah Mysiewicz Gill Senior Legislative Representative with AARP's Government Affairs department discusses national and state retirement legislative issues and trends as well a new retirement state initiative around Work and Save plans including a new bill in Maine that the AARP supports.
On This Weeks Episode of HR Power Hour, join us as we talk to Sean Riley, President,and CEO of Maine Course Hospitality Group about best practices in maintaining a strong employee-focused culture while your organization grows.
While the thought of writing over 800 birthday cards to employees may sound tedious or like a waste of time, Sean Riley credits some of these small acts of kindness as making a big difference in the lives of employees and helping the organization to live by its pillars of Respect, Integrity, Fun, and Family.
On this week's HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez at Verrill's HR 2020 Vision for the Future Annual Employment Law Seminar, where she interviews panelists and attendees about the ever-evolving and changing Human Resources landscape.
In this episode, Tawny interviews, Eric Altholz, Partner in Verrill's Executive Compensation and Benefits practice group; Whitney Stover, HR Consultant at AAA Northern New England; Sarah Jordan, HR Generalist, Penobscot Community Health Care; Scott Connolly, Partner in Verrill's Employment and Labor practice group, and co-host of HR Power Hour David Ciullo.
This episode is a potpourri of issues from discussions concerning the SECURE Act to general ways in which New England companies are working to recruit the highest quality candidates in the region. Tune in for this exciting episode where you will get a little bit of information about a lot of topics.
This week on the HR Power Hour, author Mildred Hastbacka, Ph.D. discusses her new book: Channeling Wisdom: A Practitioner's Guide to Effective Mentoring in the Workplace.
Many business professionals are broadly familiar with the concept of "mentorship" and often, these relationships can be informal. Listen to Mildred discuss how to get better results by creating a culture of learning in the workplace that sets up a "win-win" scenario for all employers and ultimately the employer.
On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Attorney Mat Todaro of Verrill's Environmental and Land Use Practice Group to discuss the Top Five Critical OSHA Mistakes Employers Make. For so many companies there is never enough time in the day to accomplish all the things that need to occur.
The lack of a comprehensive health and safety plan, inadequate or nonexistent mechanisms for employees to present safety and health concerns, and failure to conduct internal safety audits are just a few of the many mistakes that employers often make, resulting in OSHA fines and in the worse-case scenarios, injuries or death to employees. Join Mat as we discuss proactive steps Employers can take to limit the chances that these adverse actions occur.
Every day 10,000 Americans step across the same threshold into uncertainty. Some with excitement, some with fear. Most with both. It's called retirement and, for most of us, it means determining how to make the most of the next 20 or 30 or more years of life.
Listen to Tom Wilson, master problem-solver, management consultant, and author of the book NEXT STAGE: In Your Retirement, Create the Live You Want. This book explores and eases this life transition, offering readers both the wisdom of those who have gone before and concrete resources for navigating the unique challenges ahead.
Marianne Naess, Executive Vice President Commercial of Nordic Aquafarms Inc. joins us this week to discuss sustainable aquaculture and the challenges surrounding attracting individuals to an up-and-coming field.
Additionally, Ms. Naess will discuss the difference between the work being done in North America when compared with the Company's operations in Norway and Denmark. How is employment in North America in sustainable aquaculture similar and different from that in Europe?
Mark Gonska, EVP and Chief Connections Officer at Dise & Company discuss the important topic of Avoiding Career Self Sabotage.
There are so many ways you can sabotage your career without even knowing it. For example, it truly is a myth that your job is secure, and your boss truly knows your daily value. Let's listen to Mark Gonska provide some key areas for you to watch and top-secret tips to insure your career success.
Making a Space that Works for Your Employees
What are some creative ways to combat the generational divide in the workplace? Have you considered an interior designer to help bridge the gap between millennials and boomers?
How does the physical space your organization occupies play a role in your organization's culture? Does an "open office" arrangement simply mean we get rid of all the walls and everyone is happier?
Join us next week as we talk to Jeana Stewart, Workplace Studio Leader and Certified Interior Designer at SMRT Architects and Engineers about how interior design affects how we work-both from an efficiency standpoint and from an engagement standpoint.