The JoyPowered Workspace Podcast

Writing with ChatGPT

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss using AI as a writing tool with Linda Comerford.

Topics include:

• Whether AI will ever replace the need for us to participate in the process
• Pros and cons of ChatGPT
• Writing tips to help ChatGPT work to your advantage

In this episode's listener question, we're asked whether an org can refuse to rehire an employee who is terminated for taking unapproved leave or not providing medical documentation. In the news, remote workers are taking less vacation than their in-office counterparts.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-182-writing-with-chatgpt/

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[Rebroadcast] Handling Workplace Conflict

This week we're rerunning a 2020 episode on a topic we often get suggestions about: workplace conflict!

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss how to handle workplace conflicts with consultant Rhonda Beard.

Topics include:

• Who might be involved in conflicts at work
• UC San Diego's recommendations for handling conflict
• Common reasons for conflicts and why we can't avoid them
• How to approach conflict
• Common mistakes in dealing with conflict
• Following up after the conflict is resolved
• Documenting conflict
• ATD's tips for resolving conflict in the workplace

In this episode's listener question, we're asked about how often teams should do team building. In the news, when this episode came out in 2020, the majority of employers believed their employees were struggling financially.

Show notes are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-181-rebroadcast-handling-workplace-conflict/

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Unraveling Bias

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss bias in the workplace with expert Dr. Misty Resendez Woods.

Topics include:

• Some less-discussed types of bias
• The FLEX model for mitigating bias
• Techniques for helping individuals recognize and address their own biases
• Fostering safe and brave spaces for these discussions
• Coaching people to overcome biases

In this episode's listener question, we're asked about common mistakes in meeting etiquette. In the news, SHRM surveyed 1,500 HR professionals about their organizations' return-to-office plans.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-180-unraveling-bias/

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Why Some People Hate HR

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss negative perceptions of HR and what to do about them.

Topics include:

• Common complaints about HR
• What leads to people disliking HR
• How HR can be viewed more positively
• Our advice for listeners on how to be the kind of HR professional employees want to partner with

In this episode's listener question, we're asked for tips on finding meaningful part-time HR work. In the news, Indeed shared 11 meeting etiquette rules.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-179-why-some-people-hate-hr/

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HR Analytics and Metrics

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss collecting, analyzing, and reporting data in HR.

Topics include:

• The metrics every HR professional should track
• Making assumptions without having good data
• Understanding the impact of and reason for metrics
• Other metrics that might be helpful
• Using data to check progress on your goals

In this episode's listener question, we're asked about a department head consistently not obtaining identification for new employees. In the news, 96% of workers believe a hybrid or remote work arrangement would be best for their mental health.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-178-hr-analytics-and-metrics/

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Loneliness at Work

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss employees experiencing loneliness at work with expert Jann E. Freed.

Topics include:

• The statistics on loneliness at work
• Why we're hearing so much about workplace loneliness right now
• Why people are feeling lonely at work
• Why HR professionals and business leaders should be worried about employees' loneliness
• How to make friends in the workplace
• Why relationships are important to our health and well-being
• How we can make positive change in this area
• Organizations that are leading the way with addressing loneliness

In this episode's listener question, we're asked whether there are legal protections for managers or supervisors for discussing pay or concerns about their boss. In the news, the option to be paid daily is on the rise.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-177-loneliness-at-work/

A transcript of the episode can be found here: https://getjoypowered.com/transcript-episode-177-loneliness-at-work/

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Surveying Your Employees

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss employee surveys with Gina Nelson, Founder and CEO of Consultative HR.

Topics include:

• How to start collecting employee feedback
• How an organization should respond to employee feedback
• How to share survey results, especially when the feedback is anonymous
• What's important to remember when collecting employee feedback
• What employers can do to raise survey response rates (and keep them up)
• The difference between employee satisfaction surveys and employee engagement surveys and when to use them

In this episode's listener question, we're asked about maintaining communication and relationships while working remotely. In the news, some cities have made it illegal to discriminate against weight and height.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-176-surveying-your-employees/

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Employment Law Update

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss current legal trends and upcoming legislation with employment attorney Gina Carrillo.

Topics include:

• Upcoming legislation that will affect HR/employees
• Current legal trends by state
• Helping organizations embrace changing laws when they would rather not
• Differences between compliance in small companies and big companies
• Resources and tools for keeping up with changes to state and federal employment laws
• Gina's suggestions for HR and business leaders regarding employment law

In this episode's listener question, we're asked about gaining HR experience when managers aren't willing to train or give additional work. In the news, the EEOC has stepped up efforts to protect older workers.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-175-employment-law-update/

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the ADA with experts Kim Dinwiddie and Jackie Gessner.

Topics include:

• ADA's purpose, what it covers, and who it applies to
• How to respond when leaders think it's unfair for an employee to have "special privileges"
• How the increased focus on mental health affects employers in terms of ADA
• What the interactive process is and how to navigate it
• How hybrid and flexible work arrangements benefit both employers and employees regarding ADA
• New legal requirements around disabilities and workplace accommodations
• Where employers often fail to address accommodation requests
• What employers should know to make them more comfortable about asking the right questions
• What limits apply to workplace accommodations
• Whether employers are required to provide time off as an accommodation

In this episode's listener question, we're asked how to make the best of having a micromanaging boss who doesn't take feedback well. In the news, remote and hybrid work options remain a priority for new grads seeking jobs.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-174-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-ada/ 

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Your Training Questions Answered

In this episode, JoDee and Susan answer listeners' questions about training.

Topics include:

• Training employees without being condescending
• Implementing women's leadership workshops
• Training managers to give performance reviews
• Teaching managers how to delegate
• Grooming potential succession candidates
• Teaching the art of patience
• When to launch sensitivity training
• Third-party vendors who provide assessments
• Resources to bring training and development programs in-house
• Team building on a budget
• Managing training and certification pathways
• Creating training modules for employees who are in different jobs than you
• Starting a career in learning and development
• Supporting managers with leadership training

In the news, a Bamboo HR study describes what human resource leaders look like in 2023.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-173-your-training-questions-answered/ 

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