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We spend too much time at work for it to be a miserable experience! Join JoDee Curtis and Susan White as they discuss human resources and leadership topics with a goal of creating work environments where people can find their joy. If you want to learn about important workplace topics with a splash of joy (and earn SHRM credit!) this is the show for you.
Episodes

Monday Jan 03, 2022
2022 HR Trends
Monday Jan 03, 2022
Monday Jan 03, 2022
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss what's hot in the world of people leadership with fellow podcasters Derrin Slack and Liesel Mertes. Topics include the new employer-employee social contract, empathy in the workplace, coaching at all levels, and creating a solid succession plan.
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Derrin's Podcast: Stood in the Gap
Liesel's Podcast: Handle w/ Care
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Monday Dec 20, 2021
How to Win High-Consequence Conversations
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Monday Dec 20, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss being a good conversationalist with Lisa Mitchell, conversation expert and owner of Pulse Analytix. Topics include how the way you show up in a conversation impacts the outcome, how having conversation goals changes the feel of the conversation, and how to listen with your whole body.
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Monday Dec 06, 2021
Workplace Religious Accommodations in the Age of COVID-19
Monday Dec 06, 2021
Monday Dec 06, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss religious accommodations and religious exemptions for vaccine mandates with Kayla Ernst, an Associate in Ice Miller's Labor and Employment Group. Topics include employers' obligations when it comes to religious accommodations, examples of accommodations employees might seek, and how to address requests for religious exemptions from mandatory vaccine policies.
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Monday Nov 22, 2021
Becoming an Award-Winning Workplace
Monday Nov 22, 2021
Monday Nov 22, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss workplace awards with Angie Redmon, President of StriveHR. Topics include why you might want to apply for an award, steps to take before applying, and what types of awards are available.
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Monday Nov 08, 2021
How to Set Boundaries without the Guilt
Monday Nov 08, 2021
Monday Nov 08, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss setting boundaries with Sarah Ohanesian, founder of SO Productive. Topics include why boundaries matter, what types of boundaries you should have, and why sticking to our boundaries is so hard.
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Monday Oct 25, 2021
Recruiting in the Age of Googlization
Monday Oct 25, 2021
Monday Oct 25, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss recruiting with author, speaker, and podcaster Ira Wolfe. Topics include what Googlization is, why companies are having a tough time hiring workers, and how to reach more talent faster.
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Monday Oct 11, 2021
Mitigating Risks in Hybrid Workplaces
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss hybrid workplace models with Corinne Spencer, Chair of Pearlman Brown & Wax's Labor and Employment Practice Group. Topics include how employers' risk exposure increases as business go back to the new normal, what to think about if you plan to allow some employees to have flexibility in working from home and some not, and what to include in "hybrid work agreements."
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Monday Sep 27, 2021
Finding Quality Talent Using Skills-Based Practices
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Monday Sep 27, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss recruiting focused on needed skills with Natalie Wenzler from Skillful Indiana. Topics include why organizations need to be more creative than ever in retaining and recruiting employees, examples of skills-based practices in the workplace, and how a skill-based approach can create a more equitable labor market.
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Monday Sep 13, 2021
Background Screening for a Better Workplace
Monday Sep 13, 2021
Monday Sep 13, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss background screens with Brad Odil, President and COO of RSI. Topics include the primary reasons companies run background checks, why a state police report is not sufficient, and what to look for in a background screener.
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Monday Aug 30, 2021
Thriving Beyond a Global Pandemic
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Monday Aug 30, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss helping businesses and staff members move through the emotions many have experienced due to the pandemic with Dr. Saundra Schrock, CEO of Levelhead. Topics include why it's important to continue dialogue about the pandemic, the pandemic's impact on mental wellness, and how those impacts might surface in the workplace.
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