What is SpeakEasy HR?

Speaking on Business and HR Topics in a Fun, Engaging Live Podcast

SpeakEasyHR is a LIVE podcast discussing business and HR topics, easy and tough. Tune in Mondays at 2 PM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube!

My guests bring passion and authenticity with topics relevant to their work and career. They bring amazing insights, share personal and powerful stories about their experience that is truly impactful.

My Mission

To create an opportunity for listeners to engage deeply with transformative topics that can shift their perspectives. I aim to empower guests to share their stories, insights, and advice, enriching our audience's experience. By fostering an engaging and enjoyable atmosphere during LIVE episodes, I strive to inspire business and HR professionals to become the best versions of themselves.

The "Why" Behind The Name

The idea is from blending a few ideas together. I live in Kentucky, where 95% of the worlds bourbon is made. I have a passion for bourbon, business and HR. The Top Shelf topic each episode will give you a glimpse into the guests world which many episodes will end with a "SpeakEasy" secret code or link for an offer to listeners.

Full Episode & Clips

013 - Full Episode, Limitless Leadership: Silencing the L.I.E.s and B.S.

Listen to an amazing discussion with Michael Towers from HR Avenger. He shares his personal story battling mental health and how he was able to overcome the odds with a mission to help others. He is passionate about HR and promoting the ways organizations can help their team.

012 - Full Episode, Why HR Should Be the Chief Disruption Officer in Every Organization

Why HR Should Be The Chief Disruption Officer In Every Organization. Listen to the amazing insights and stories from Jennifer McClure, CEO of Disrupt HR and Unbridled Talent. Learn more about her work here, https://jennifermcclure.net/ and https://disrupthr.co/

Role of HR and How to Disrupt It In Your Organization

How HR Can Add Value

Attention business owners and leaders! Great clip from episode 12 of SpeakEasyHR with Jennifer McClure. How HR within your organization can help make a huge impact. HR is the key to any successful business transformation.

Culture causing people to leave?

Great clip with Bruce Manchion

Employee Turnover Is Not a Bad Thing

Roberta Matuson explains why. To learn more about her work, click here. https://matusonconsulting.com/

The GAPS

Bruce Waller explains GAPS in this clip. He has written several books and learn more about his work here, https://www.brucewaller.com/

Champions Adjust, Y'all

Why do I mention this?

You’ll see this message prominently displayed in my podcast studio board, and there’s a reason for it. Let me explain...

HR professionals are essential to any successful business transformation. When leaders and managers identify their top challenges for the next year, HR is often at the heart of the solutions neede

Why do I mention this?

You’ll see this message prominently displayed in my podcast studio board, and there’s a reason for it. Let me explain...

HR professionals are essential to any successful business transformation. When leaders and managers identify their top challenges for the next year, HR is often at the heart of the solutions needed. Managers can’t navigate these obstacles alone; they may need to hire top talent, develop skills, enhance culture, improve internal communication, implement new systems, or support difficult conversations—all of which rely on HR for success.

HR professionals must take a proactive approach to lead change within their organizations. Adapting to change and making a meaningful impact will position you as a champion within your company.

So remember, when it’s time to lead change and demonstrate your value, champions are those who adjust!

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What is SpeakEasy HR?

Speaking on Business and HR Topics in a Fun, Engaging Live Podcast

015: Burnout Episode Clips

Six Drivers of Burnout

Advice to Address Burnout, For Owners, CEO's, and Leadership Groups