Podcast

Season 1: Episode 48

Stories change hearts. Samm’s guest in this episode believes that stories are an internal art of transformation. In this episode, Melissa Plotkin shares how to listen to these stories that will transform us. She shares how to invite others to share these stories with us. She shares how we seek out the stories we need to hear most right now. Samm and Melissa also talk about #metoo stories and how this movement can teach us some powerful lessons about navigating the current times. 

Season 1: Episode 47

It’s a fact, we don’t talk about grief in the workplace. We may handle bereavement leaves and express condolences when a co-worker experiences a loss, but we don’t really talk it. This poses the question, are we doing a disservice to our organizations by not talking about it? Samm’s guest in this episode would argue yes. Kevin Ringstaff shares how we should be talking about grief in the workplace. Kevin also unpacks the grief that is inevitable as a result of the current pandemic and mandated quarantines. Take a listen to learn how we as HR should manage grief?

Season 1: Episode 46

This season we have heard time and time again that relationships are absolutely essential. They are key to experiencing joy and gaining momentum professionally. In this episode, Samm chats with Justin Leader, a close friend, who Samm often refers to as a relationship mastermind. Justin has a strong innate ability to build and sustain relationships and when the state-mandated quarantine was put in place, he didn’t miss a beat. Justin naturally found new ways to connect. So, what’s his secret? Take a listen to find out.

Season 1: Episode 45

What do we need to know? What should we expect? When we choose to move beyond intention and start doing the much needed work in our communities and organizations. In this episode, Samm chats with Nicole Shaffer about taking those much needed steps beyond intention when it comes to work surrounding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Our organizations are being called to action. How do we as HR nurture and support these efforts in these organizations? How do we continue to learn and unlearn, when are asked to lead these efforts? 

Season 1: Episode 44

Samm has shared for years how becoming a mother opened her eyes to see the world in a whole new light. One of these powerful awakenings came from the realization of how we pass on our beliefs, behaviors and prejudice from generation to generation. In this episode, Samm chats with Ruby Martin about the true scope of our influence when it comes to children we come in contact with. Ruby also shares why most of her equity work is devoted to early childhood programs. As parents, we try to do what’s best for our children, but we are doing the best with what we know. Take a listen to this conversation filled with perspective, that Samm wishes was shared with her a lot sooner.

Season 1: Episode 43

Many are feeling called now for the first time in their lives to begin work towards becoming an ally. Organizations are being called right now to manifest long overdue change. But, how do these journeys start? When are we in a position to be able to make a difference? In this episode, Douglas Hober joins Samm to talk about his personal journey towards becoming an ally, his experiences provide a realistic glimpse of what to expect on this journey. Samm then asks Douglas to help her unpack the phrase coined by author Glennon Doyle of “racial sobriety” and why the concept is relevant right now and what we should keep in mind when we are only days, weeks, or months racially sober. 

Season 1: Episode 42

Are we limiting our perspective when it comes to discussions around PTO? In this episode, the Founders of PTO Genius share why PTO is a powerful employee benefit. Listen to learn why when it comes to the subject of employee wellness, PTO is an essential ingredient. Join us as we chat about current PTO policy trends, the risks if we don’t take PTO seriously in our organization, and how our organization’s culture is critical to a successful PTO benefit. 

Season 1: Episode 41

In this episode, Ryan shares with us why he wrote Be Patient, Be Present, Be Joyful – a book that is truly a work of art. He shares with us the significance of embracing a creator mindset. We also unpack his definition of patience. Ryan shares how we must slow down if we ever want to truly experience the now. In his book, Ryan writes,“Know that ‘now” is all there actually is and when we’re not being present, we’re often ruining ‘now’ with a fear about the past or a future that may or may not even exist.” Listen and learn what’s holding you back from being present.

Season 1, Episodes 39-40

To officially close out our first ever Summer Reading Book Club, Samm is gifting you her first book. From Heart to HRart exposes five powerful lessons delivered right from Samm’s heart to yours. These innate lessons are necessary to provide the clarity and focus needed to ignite your professional passion…and keep the fire burning. Join Samm as she reads you her book, 10 pages a day in true Chapter Chats tradition! Enjoy!

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Season 1, Episodes 32-38

To officially close out our first ever Summer Reading Book Club, Samm is gifting you her first book. From Heart to HRart exposes five powerful lessons delivered right from Samm’s heart to yours. These innate lessons are necessary to provide the clarity and focus needed to ignite your professional passion…and keep the fire burning. Join Samm as she reads you her book, 10 pages a day in true Chapter Chats tradition! Enjoy!