In a PIP Panic? How to Turn a “Death Sentence” into Your Biggest Opportunity
Facing a performance improvement plan (PIP) can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of the line in your job. Discover how to use a PIP to grow and get back on track as Nicole Belyna, director of talent at SHRM and co-host of SHRM’s Honest HR podcast, shares actionable strategies for employees and managers to navigate PIPs, rebuild trust, and drive professional success. Belyna tackles everything from coaching different worker personas to answering audience questions to playing “red flag, beige flag” — but for PIP advice!
Resources from this Week’s Episode - Toolkit: Retool Reviews and Empower Teams with Thoughtful Performance Management - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/tools/toolkits/managing-employee-performance
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Pets and the Workplace: A "FUR-mula" for Success
Discover how pets can transform your daily work routine, boost team morale, and even make Mondays something to look forward to. Steven Feldman, president of the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), explains the science, shares practical solutions, and answers audience questions on embracing pet-friendly policies and benefits no matter where you work.
Resources from this Week's Episode - Pet Insurance Policy Template: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/tools/policies/pet-insurance-benefits-policy-template
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Survived a Layoff? Here’s Your Game Plan
How do you cope after making it through a layoff? Career strategist Jen Lewi joins us for expert tips, mock-coaching scenarios, and audience questions focused on managing survivor's guilt, staying productive, avoiding burnout, rebuilding team trust, and more. Learn how you can reframe these “new era” changes as a growth opportunity that contributes to your organization’s evolving workforce planning strategy, all while staying true to your own career goals during uncertain times.
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Your Words and Stories Matter: Tips for Civil Conversations
In today’s increasingly polarized world, even a casual mention of politics or differing opinions at work can escalate tensions. Roy Abdo, CEO of Digital Revamp, shares communication and storytelling tips for leading with civility and empathy — like sharing personal narratives, using more thoughtful and inclusive language, and distinguishing between perspective and perception — to help diffuse disagreements when they inevitably arise.
Resources from this episode: Civility Index Results https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/latest-civility-index-results
Civility Starter Kit: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/topics/civility
Member-Exclusive – Internal Messaging Bonus: http://shrm.org/topics-tools/flagships/all-things-work/internal-messaging-civility
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Master Difficult Conversations Around Pay Equity
What truly drives fair compensation? Nicole Armstrong, CEO of Ellequate, explores the toughest questions around pay equity, revealing real challenges faced by today’s workforce — from the gender pay gap to “occupational segregation.” Get practical tips for tackling difficult compensation conversations, plus actual pay equity ROI success stories and expert HR insight through an audience Q&A.
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SHRM's All Things Work podcast takes you on a deep dive into game-changing topics that are redefining the world of work. Each week, host Anne Sparaco chats with thought leaders and industry experts eager to share their deep insights, research, and advice.