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Honest HR

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Honest HR is the podcast for HR professionals, people managers and team leads intent on elevating how they improve and grow their companies. Co-hosts Gloria Sinclair Miller, Amber Clayton an...

Episodes

20 of 182 episodes

Why HR and People Managers Need to Work Better Together

HR and people managers share a goal: building stronger teams. But when they work in silos, organizations can miss opportunities to develop t...

32:31Oct 27, 2026

The Early Lessons Gen Alpha Is Teaching HR

As Gen Alpha begins to enter the workforce, their expectations around learning, technology, communication, career growth and workplace cultu...

36:03Oct 13, 2026

Getting Value from Pharmacy Benefits in a High-Cost Era

As pharmacy costs continue to rise, employers need a clearer understanding of what’s driving their prescription drug spending – and where th...

42:52Sep 29, 2026

Your Offboarding Process Could Be Costing You

An employee’s experience doesn’t end on their last day Sarah Rodehorst, CEO and co-founder of Onwards HR, discusses how thoughtful offboardi...

36:27Sep 15, 2026

Talent Tug-of-War: The Pull Between Acquisition vs. Development

Hiring can fill immediate skills gaps, but developing talent builds for the future. SHRM26 speakers Amy Jauman, HR director for the DNA Doe...

39:43Sep 1, 2026

Money Problems Don’t Stay at Home

Nearly three-quarters of U.S. workers experience financial stress, from worrying about unexpected expenses to navigating major life decision...

23:53Aug 18, 2026

No Script Required: How Improv Builds Better HR Leaders

HR rarely happens exactly as planned. From difficult conversations to organizational change, leaders need to think on their feet. Dave Colli...

35:15Aug 4, 2026

How AI Can Improve Onboarding Without Losing the Human Touch

New hires don’t need more portals; they need clarity, support, and time to breathe. Hannah Toney, consultant at Serendipity Sellers and auth...

36:09Jul 21, 2026

The Power of Influence: Elevating Your Impact at Work

HR leaders are expected to influence business decisions, but gaining executive buy-in requires more than great ideas. In this live recording...

42:20Jul 7, 2026

What It Takes to Pass the SHRM Certification Exam

Successful SHRM certification candidates spend significant time preparing — but how you study matters just as much as how long you study. Ch...

35:23Jun 23, 2026

Balancing Cost and Care With GLP-1 Employee Benefits

With growing employee interest and increasing healthcare costs, GLP-1 medications are creating new challenges for HR and benefits leaders. G...

33:42Jun 9, 2026

Selecting the Best Talent for the Modern Workplace

AI may be transforming hiring, but identifying the right talent still requires human judgment. David Cohen, executive consultant and author...

33:27May 26, 2026

The Hidden Lawsuits in Your Hiring Process: Background Screening Compliance Explained

Compliance doesn’t begin with a background check — it starts at the very first touchpoint with a candidate. In this live recording from Tale...

39:53May 14, 2026

Hook, Line, and Skillfishing — When Candidates Look Better on Paper

As AI tools and personal branding make it easier than ever to appear highly skilled, HR teams are facing a new challenge: skillfishing. Alex...

44:59Apr 21, 2026

The Talent Optimizer: Using Leadership and Analytics for an HR Advantage

HR has a bigger seat at the table than ever before, but with it comes the pressure to deliver measurable business results. Alex Alonso, SHRM...

29:47Apr 14, 2026

Generational Gaps or Strategic Gains? Turning Tension Into Results

Today’s workforce is more generationally diverse than ever, with Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z working side by side. But with...

31:13Apr 7, 2026

Demotivation by Design: How Organizational Systems Can Hurt Performance

Demotivation can quietly erode engagement, productivity, and retention, but it doesn’t have to. Pete Ketchum, organizational psychologist an...

34:39Mar 31, 2026

Struggling to Hire? Rethink Skills and Unlock Talent

The talent gap is widening, and organizations are struggling to keep up. Emily Dickens, SHRM’s Chief Administrative Officer, joins host Nico...

31:53Mar 24, 2026

Managing Yourself: The Leadership Skill HR Can’t Ignore

Self-management is one of the most critical — and often overlooked — leadership skills. Marisa Krafsig, CHRO of IntelliDyne, joins host Nico...

25:19Mar 17, 2026

Starbucks’ Secrets for Building Culture Through Everyday Rituals

Coffee is more than just a beverage — it’s a cornerstone of workplace culture. Sandy Roberts, Starbucks’ director of cultural leadership, jo...

30:36Mar 10, 2026