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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 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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Monday Aug 16, 2021
Write Right and Speak Smart
Monday Aug 16, 2021
Monday Aug 16, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss writing and speaking skills with trainer Linda Comerford. Topics include why it's important to know the latest in grammar and punctuation skills, how oral grammar differs from written grammar, and tips for writing and speaking more confidently, competently, and correctly.
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Monday Aug 09, 2021
Powering Up the People Profession (Sponsored Episode)
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
If you're a consultant in the people space - or an organization that wants to reach them - you'll want to listen to this one! In this sponsored episode, JoDee and Susan discuss JoDee's new company, Powered by Purple Ink, with PbPI's VP of Strategy and Operations, Christine Burrows. Topics include why a consultant might want to join this network, the ultimate vision for Powered by Purple Ink, and how it will provide value to early stage HR consultants.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-122-powering-up-the-people-profession-sponsored-episode/ for full show notes and links.
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Monday Aug 02, 2021
Sabbaticals
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss sabbaticals with university professor Dr. Carlotta Berry and retired CPA firm partner Joe Meyer. Topics include advice for anyone going on sabbatical, concerns about taking sabbaticals, how companies might implement a sabbatical benefit, and who else benefits when an employee takes a sabbatical.
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