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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 Aug 12, 2019
HR in Nonprofits
Monday Aug 12, 2019
Monday Aug 12, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the unique challenges for HR in not-for-profits with United Way of Central Indiana's Nancy Ahlrichs. Topics include recruiting and retention strategies, the best parts of working in HR at nonprofits, and how to prepare yourself for working in HR at a nonprofit.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-61-hr-in-nonprofits for full show notes and links.

Monday Jul 29, 2019
Empathy in the Workplace
Monday Jul 29, 2019
Monday Jul 29, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss workplace empathy with consultant Liesel Mertes. Topics include the cost of disruptive life events, why empathy at work is important, and how to get better at showing empathy. A listener asks about getting applicants when you have unusual job titles.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-60-empathy-in-the-workplace for full show notes and links.

Monday Jul 15, 2019
Creating Client Focused Cultures
Monday Jul 15, 2019
Monday Jul 15, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss creating a great customer experience with Amy Woodall of Sandler Training. Topics include misconceptions about customer care, dealing with difficult people or situations, and creating trust. A listener asks how to choose the best HR technology.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-59-creating-client-focused-cultures for full show notes and links.

Monday Jul 01, 2019
Team Building
Monday Jul 01, 2019
Monday Jul 01, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss team building experiences with Deseri Garcia of Vida Aventura. Topics include team strengthening processes and tools, experience-based team building, and the keys to building a high-performance team.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-58-shrm-credit-team-building for full show notes and links.

Monday Jun 17, 2019
Civility in the Workplace
Monday Jun 17, 2019
Monday Jun 17, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss behaving civilly in the workplace with Purple Ink's Denise McGonigal, Republic Airways CEO Bryan Bedford, and NFL player turned financial advisor Joe Reitz. Topics include workplace violence, incorporating virtues into the workplace, and why virtues and civility are sometimes lacking.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-57-shrm-credit-civility-in-the-workplace for full show notes and links.

Monday Jun 03, 2019
Creative Problem Solving
Monday Jun 03, 2019
Monday Jun 03, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss using creativity to solve problems. Topics include how to become more creative, how to help others be more creative, and why adults aren't using much of their creativity. A listener asks about staying connected to former employees.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-56-creative-problem-solving for full show notes and links.

Monday May 20, 2019
The JoyPowered Team
Monday May 20, 2019
Monday May 20, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss their new book, The JoyPowered Team, with their co-authors and editor. Topics include what inspired the book, what it's about, and who should read the book. A listener asks how to vent about issues without violating confidentiality.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-55-the-joypowered-team for full show notes and links.

Monday May 06, 2019
Benefit Trends
Monday May 06, 2019
Monday May 06, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss what's new in benefits with Paul Ashley of FirstPerson. Topics include elder care resource services, advancement initiatives for women, telemedicine, and unpaid sabbaticals. A listener asks what needs to be considered when terminating 10% of their workforce.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-54-shrm-credit-benefit-trends for full show notes and links.

Monday Apr 22, 2019
Careers Without College
Monday Apr 22, 2019
Monday Apr 22, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss careers that don't require a college degree with Chuck Haberman of Gaylor Electric Company, David Decker of Hub and Spoke, and Carmel High School College and Career Counselor Melinda Stephan. Topics include opportunities available for people without college degrees, misconceptions around some of these opportunities, and skills that may be helpful if you don't have a college degree.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-53-careers-without-college for full show notes and links.

Monday Apr 08, 2019
Switching Careers
Monday Apr 08, 2019
Monday Apr 08, 2019
In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss changing jobs with Purple Ink Career Coach Peggy Hogan. Topics include why people switch careers, what to do if you want to make a change, and some common mistakes people make in the process. Barbara Quintana and Molly Tekulve call in to share their career change journeys.
Visit www.getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-52-shrm-credit-switching-careers for full show notes and links.