We Don't Hate Our Jobs
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Why are talented HR leaders are walking away from their jobs? It's not because they hate their jobs, but perhaps they hate what their jobs have become. Listen as Gina & Turiya talk to Cheryl Baptiste about her recent Substack article about this very topic. They discuss CHRO turnover trends, the invisible scope creep that turns strategic partners into organizational catch-alls, and what it actually feels like to care deeply about your work while watching it become unrecognizable. We also talk about what comes next: Is the HR profession deteriorating or transforming? And what would it take...
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Tickets now on sale for episode 100 celebration
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Tickets for our 100th Episode Celebration are now on sale! The event will be held on Tuesday August 25th, 2026 from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Tell your friends! Tell your colleagues. The link to purchase tickets can be found via our website, , or by clicking .
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Black Women Healing
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In March, we discussed the alarming exodus of Black women from the workforce with economist, Katica Roy. In this episode we're going deeper into the lived experience behind those numbers. We're joined by Laura Knights, founder of Knights Consulting Group and creator of Black Woman Leading®, to discuss what she's learned from years of running leadership development programs for Black women, how to prioritize healing and mental wellness during unprecedented times, and the power of community and optimistic path forward Black women. Learn more about Laura Knights' consulting services and amazing...
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SAVE THE DATE!
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Save the date for the HR unConfidential 100th episode celebration. The celebration will take place Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 5:30-8PM in Chicago. Details on tickets sales are coming soon. Follow HR unConfidential for updates.
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Workplace Perspectives: Early Career Professionals
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For the first time ever, five generations are working side by side and early career professionals are entering a workforce shaped by COVID, economic uncertainty, and rapidly shifting norms. In this episode, we talk directly to three young professionals across corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial paths about what work has actually felt like so far. Where were they misled? What makes them stay or leave? And what do leaders and HR need to understand right now? If you want to design workplaces that actually retain the next generation of talent, this conversation is a must-listen. The...
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DiSC Decoded
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Behavioral and personality assessments are everywhere at work but are we actually using them well? In this episode, we’re joined by Erich Kurschat, founder of Harmony Insights and DiSC expert, to break down what DiSC really is (and what it’s not), how its use has evolved alongside the many changes in the workplace, and why personality frameworks should spark better conversations, not put people in boxes. Learn more about Erich Kurschat and . Check out the Community The countdown to our 100th episode is officially on! Follow HR unConfidential for updates about our in-person celebration...
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The Exits We Can’t Afford: Black Women, Work, and What We’re Losing
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In this powerful episode, Turiya and Gina are joined by gender economist, speaker, and founder/CEO of Pipeline to unpack the alarming rise in Black women exiting the U.S. workforce and what it reveals about the state of work today. We explore the data behind the trend, the workplace dynamics driving it, and why this is more than a diversity issue but also a business and economic one. From burnout and bias to policy shifts and leadership blind spots, this conversation challenges organizations to look deeper at who work is really working for. If you care about retention, equity, and the future...
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Closing the Perception Gap
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HR is one of the most visible functions at work and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, Gina and Turiya are joined by Kim Zubrickas, Chief Human Resources Officer at Carl Buddig & Company, to explore how employees, leaders, and even other HR professionals perceive the function differently. We unpack why HR is often seen as enforcers or policy police, why leaders underutilize HR strategically, and where the profession sometimes holds itself back. Most importantly, we talk about how to close the gap and build more trust, clarity, and impact. Listen in for a candid conversation...
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Quiet Power: Introverts at Work
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Introverts make up a huge part of the workforce — yet most workplaces are still designed for extroverts. In this episode, we’re joined by Jeri Bingham, founder of HushLoudly: Introverts Redefined, to unpack what introversion really is (and isn’t), the extra labor introverts often carry at work, and how leaders and HR teams can create environments where both introverts and extroverts thrive. We also explore the intersection of introversion, identity, and equity — and why quiet power is anything but quiet. Listen to Jeri's podcast - Follow Jeri on Be sure to leave us a review and...
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Gratitude
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In the last episode of 2025, Gina & Turiya reflect on 2025 and share what's on the horizon for HR unConfidential in 2026. Spoiler alert: we'll hit the amazing milestone of our 100th episode in August 2026 and are planning an in-person celebration in the Chicago area. Please let us know your episode ideas for 2026. We'd also love to know if you'd be excited to attend and hang out with us at a 100th episode celebration next year. Check out Gina's business website: Check out Turiya's about our upcoming 100th episode. Be sure to leave us a review and rating wherever you listen to your...
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Join Gina & Turiya and their special guest as they discuss all these questions and more. We're joined by Cassie Sturdevant, AVP of Talent Acquisition at The Chartis Group, to chat about the challenging job market we're experiencing and practical, back to basics tips for job seekers.
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