HR unConfidential

Offering a behind-the-scenes look at life in Human Resources and what’s really happening in the workplace. With a combined 30+ years of HR experience, Gina & Turiya share unfiltered, entertaining true stories on various topics relevant to anyone in the workplace (whether you work in HR or not!) They also offer listeners practical tips and advice on workplace related topics - minus the HR lingo and corporate buzzwords!

De-Risky Business 04/21/2025

De-Risky Business Organizations are facing increasing risks of workplace violence, information security threats, and other factors that can destabilize their business as well as create safety concerns for employees. In this episode Gina & Turiya rejoined by security expert, Ken Wheatley, Founder & Principal Advisors of Royal Security Group, LLC, to discuss the steps companies can take to de-risk their business. Listen in as they discuss recent trends and the risks they create for organizations, the role of leaders and HR professionals in proactively identifying risks and preparing their organizations to respond, and where companies can start to take the first steps in de-risking their business. Contact Ken - Book referenced in episode - Be sure to leave us a review and rating wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also, connect with us via our or email at . /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/36241050

HR All Around the World 03/20/2025

HR All Around the World How alike or different is the workplace across the globe? How do these similarities or differences influence HR strategies and practices? We're joined by two amazing global HR executives, Amrita Bhaumik and Martha Nelson Trott, to discuss all things global HR. Listen as we discuss the strategic, cultural, and operational considerations HR pros and leaders must consider to achive and sustain global success for people and the business. Be sure to leave us a review and rating wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also, connect with us via our LinkedIn group or email at [email protected]. Don't forget to check out HR is hard - BambooHR is easy! See for yourself with a free demo at Please share with us! Facebook - () LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/35785440

Fractionally Curious??? 02/20/2025

Fractionally Curious??? There's been a noticeable uptick in HR professionals transtioning to the world of fractional. Why is this the case? What is fractional and what are the pros & cons? When is fractional HR the best or worst fit for a company? Answers to these questions and more are discussed with special guest, Elles Skony, founder of Organized Chaos Consulting and the Fractional People People. Follow or visit their . Be sure to leave us a review and rating wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also, connect with us via our or email at . And don't forget to check out BambooHR. Click this link to get a free demo /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/35361225

The Power of Design Thinking in HR 01/23/2025

The Power of Design Thinking in HR In the first episode of 2025, Gina & Turiya dig into the world of Design Thinking. They are joined by two pioneers of Design Thinking in the HR space, Nicole Dessain, founder of talent.imperative and author of the Design Thinking for HR newsletter, and Nancy Harris of Restart Consulting and the Intersection podcast. Listen as they breakdown what design thinking is and ways it can be used in HR to make life easier and enhance the employee experience. Be sure to leave us a review and rating wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also, connect with us via our or email at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/34967750

The Unsexy Truth of Job Hunting 10/31/2024

The Unsexy Truth of Job Hunting Where is the best place to apply for a job? Should I have the open to work banner on my LinkedIn profile? What's the secret to standing out in a crowd when there's so many applicants? 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. Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/33700482

Play to Win! 08/17/2024

Play to Win! What first comes to mind when you hear we need more play at work? Gina and Turiya are joined by Jeff Harry, founder of Rediscover Your Play, to discuss the importance of play and psychological safety to make work suck less for humans while also enabling stronger business performance. Listen as we discuss what play at work actually means, ways companies can integrate play into the workplace and the positive impact it has on the employee experience as well as innovation & creativity. Jeff's Website - Jeff on Socials - @jeffharryplays Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/32620247

Still Burning Out... 07/18/2024

Still Burning Out... Gina and Turiya first discussed burnout in titled "Burnout Intervention". Listen in as they revisit this very necessary and even more prevalent topic with special guest, Melissa Swift, VP, workforce and Organizational Change at Capgemini Invent. Melissa shares her research backed insights into what causes burnout and how organizations and individuals can recognize burnout and strategies to mitigate and address it. Melissa's Book - Please share with us! Facebook - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/32197042

Befriending AI 05/29/2024

Befriending AI What is AI? What are we excited and/or concerned about as it relates to AI & ChatGPT? What should companies and HR professionals be doing to support readiness of this evolving technology in their workplace? All this and more is discussed with our very special guest, Allyson Carter, SVP, Talent Management at The CARA Group and an early adopter of AI. Connect w/ Learn more about The CARA Group on their Check out several of the AI resources Allyson mentioned in the episode: Allyson's Favorite AI Newsletter: Upskill Yourself on AI: Check out SHRM Resources: Brandon Hall: World Economic Forum: Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/31514692

Staying the Course 04/26/2024

Staying the Course Gina & Turiya are joined by Michelle Silverthorn, Founder & CEO of Inclusion Nation. Listen as they discuss the state of DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) almost 4 years post the murder of George Floyd, the importance of staying the course to ensure everyone has a safe and fulfilling workplace, and the practical actions everyone can take to advance progress. Learn more about Michelle and Inclusion Nation here - Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/30944543

Finding your Z 02/20/2024

Finding your Z Gina and Turiya are joined by Candyce Penteado and Michelle Newman, authors of Finding Your Z: An A-Z Roadmap for Realizing Your Ideal Life. Listen as they discuss a different approach to navigating life & career choices through a framework and guided reflection on what might fulfill your whole self. They also discuss how companies and leaders should evolve their thinking and approach to career navigation and development to support employees in search of their "Z". Link to their book here - Candyce's Website - Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/30028468

Modern Management 12/11/2023

Modern Management Gina and Turiya are joined by repeat guest, speaker, advisor, and author Christine Sandman Stone. Listen as they discuss Christine's newest book - The Modern Management Mentor - and dig into why such a book is needed, the key attributes of a successful manager, and what companies can do to modernize their approach to leadership & manager development. Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/29016268

All About Culture 11/27/2023

All About Culture "What is culture? How is culture created & maintained? What constitutes a healthy or toxic culture? Where do you even start? Turiya & Gina are joined by culture designer & consultant, Gustavo Razzetti to answer all of these questions and more. Listen as we unpack the sometimes ambigous and misunderstood topic of organizational culture and share practical steps companies can take to cultivate a culture that works for them. Gustavo Razzetti is the founder & CEO of and the author of several books including his most recent, . Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/28801218

What makes a dream team? 09/28/2023

What makes a dream team? Gina and Turiya are joined by Scott Tannenbaum, President of the Group for Orgnaizational Effectiveness to discuss the importance and impact of effective teams in an organization and best practices for setting teams up for success. Website The Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/28169459

Leadership Trends 09/05/2023

Leadership Trends Gina and Turiya are joined by LaTonya Wilkins, founder and CEO of Change Coaches, to discuss LaTonya's recent article about trends shaping the future workplace and how leaders can measure up. Listen to hear LaTonya's thoughts on the top three trends that leaders need to be aware of, how leaders can evolve to meet the changing needs of the workforce, and the role HR professionals can play to support leaders and their organization on this journey. References: Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/27946548

The Role of White Men in DEIB 08/21/2023

The Role of White Men in DEIB Gina & Turiya are joined by Mike Lynch, founder of MJL Consulting Group and DEIB consutant who focuses his efforts towards educating and coaching white men. Listen in on our discussion about the role white men play in helping or hindering DEIB efforts in the workplace. -- Mike's website - Link to book referenced in the episode - -- Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/27809202

Assessments: Tool vs. Weapon 04/18/2023

Assessments: Tool vs. Weapon Gina and Turiya are joined by Oneka Cornelius, HR and Organizational Development expert and the founder of Convergence Solutions. They discuss the world of assessments in the workplace and the various ways they are used from recruitment to leadership development and team effectivness. They also discuss how they might be misused, how HR professionals can influence proper use, and the importance of after-care for those on the receiving end of assessment results. You don't want to miss this conversation!!! Check out to learn more about Oneka and how you can work with her. Click to check out the book that Oneka contributed to. Please share with us! Facebook - | | | /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/26574543

It's Complicated! 03/29/2023

It's Complicated! Turiya and Gina are joined by Theresa Shea, EVP & General Counsel and overal legal mastermind! They discuss the dynamic world of labor & employment law, it's impacts on the workplace, and how HR and leaders are navigating the increasing demands to not only meet nationwide compliance requirments but als the increasing needs and demands of employees, Boards, shareholders, and customers. The TL;DR - complying with laws are tabelstakes and organizations must be doing much more to ensure the attraction and retention of the talent they need and create an inclusive workplace. Please share with us! Facebook - @ LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/26375271

Working Parents 03/18/2022

Working Parents Being a working parent has always required balancing and the last couple of years have only exacerbated that, particularly for those who identify as women. In this episode, Gina & Turiya are joined by author & speaker, Christine Sandman Stone. Christine is the author of The Parent Track and chats with us about her experiences and her thoughts on ways to hack parenting and raise good humans while maintaining a successful career. Check out Christine's website here: Purchase your copy of Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/22488620

Recovery in the Workplace 02/26/2022

Recovery in the Workplace Gina and Turiya are joined by Ashley Loeb Blassingame, founder and Chief People Officer of Lionrock Recovery to discuss the very important but often unspoken topic of recovery in the workplace. Ashley shares her personal experience with recovery and what HR professionals and organizations should know about supporting employees who may be active substance/alcohol users or on a path to recovery. More information about Lionrock can be found at . Check out Ashley's podcast "" on Apple Podcasts Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/22263020

Workspace 2.0 11/02/2021

Workspace 2.0 Gina and Turiya are joined by Vicki Bartling & Emily Watkins of unispace, a leader in workspace strategy and design, to discuss how needs, design, and employee expectations of the physical workspace have evolved in recent years. We also discuss the connection between corporate real estate and employee experience and the increased role HR is playing in workspace design decisions. Learn more about unispace at . Please share with us! Facebook - | | | /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/21019928

Courage in the Age of Social Revolution 09/23/2021

Courage in the Age of Social Revolution Gina and Turiya are joined by Fran Benjamin and Monique Cadle of , a organizational strategy and human capital consulting firm, to discuss the critical competency of courage for HR professionals. Listen in for insights into why courage is so important for the work of HR professionals, potential barriers to courage and how an HR professional might overcome those barriers. Connect with Goodworks Consulting Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/20577665

Inclusive Leadership 06/10/2021

Inclusive Leadership Gina and Turiya are joined by Sonya Kaleel, Founder and DEI Strategist at The Inclusion Practice, for an important conversation about inclusive leadership. Listen as they discuss the enhanced focus and expectations of inclusive leadership, how leaders can start their self-exploration journey, and the 4 Cs of inclusive leadership. Relevant links: Please share with us! | Facebook - | |- Email - | /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/19430012

Culture of Recognition 05/20/2021

Culture of Recognition Gina and Turiya are joined by a special guest and friend of the show, Denis Beausejour, Managing Director at OC Tanner. Listen in as they discuss OC Tanner’s 2021 Culture Report and trends, best practices, and reflections on recognizing the accomplishments and humanity of employees in the workplace. Connect with us via Facebook, , our , or e-mail us at . /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/19175075

HR vs. Racism 04/15/2021

HR vs. Racism Gina and Turiya are joined by Oneka Cornelius, Nicole Dessain, and Kendra Jackson, the founders and leaders of HR vs. Racism, a community that aims to create a space for HR professionals to heal, become courageous allies, and learn how to design equitable workplaces. You don't want to miss this insightful and vulnerable conversation about our personal journeys and combined commitment to reshape HR. Learn more about the HR vs. Racism community and join by visiting See below for other resources mentioned in the episode: Book: /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/18734147

Women's History Month 03/25/2021

Women's History Month March is Women's History Month!!! Listen as Gina and Turiya reflect on their experiences as women in the workplace. Please share with us! Facebook - LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/18466478

We're 3 Years Old!!! 03/11/2021

We're 3 Years Old!!! HR unConfidential turns 3 on March 7, 2021. Listen as Gina and Turiya reflect on the past three years, share their favorite and do-over episodes, and discuss their goals for what comes next for the show! Please share with us! Facebook - HR unConfidential Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/18284150

Forever Changed 01/28/2021

Forever Changed In this episode, Gina and Turiya reflect on 2020 and the various ways that the workplace and HR profession is forever changed as a result of a disruptive year. Take a listen to the discussion let us know or in how your organization is navigating some of these changes. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential LinkedIn - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/17724074

Career Transitions 01/14/2021

Career Transitions In the first episode of the New Year, Gina and Turiya welcome their very first guests!!! Murrieal Orendorff, CEO of One Career Coach, joins us to share wisdom and tips for individuals faced with a career transition. With near 20 million Americans experiencing job loss over the past year, this timely discussion will provide insight into where to start, how to best differentiate yourself, and how to avoid some of the common pitfalls of transitioning into a new career. Connect with Murrieal or visit for more information about her services. Please share with us! Facebook - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/17542913

Anti-racism, Part 2: HR Tips 10/02/2020

Anti-racism, Part 2: HR Tips As a follow up to about the time to be anti-racist, Gina and Turiya discuss the opportunity HR professionals have to create a truly anti-racist workplace. They offer many solid tips for getting started on the process and weigh in on some common struggles managers may have. Please share with us! Facebook - Twitter - Email - /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/16249070

Mental Health in the Workplace 09/18/2020

Mental Health in the Workplace Fresh off of their summer break, Gina and Turiya are back and discussing mental health in the workplace. Listen as they talk about why employers should be aware and care about the mental health challenges their employees (and families) might be facing and what they can do to support employees. Information resources for , as well as employee rights under the , can be found here. Please share with us! Facebook - @HRunConfidential Twitter - @HRUCpod Email - [email protected] /episode/index/show/hrunconfidential/id/16064201

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