Welcome friends, to “Following The Call Podcast”. Honest communication saves relationships. Ask hard questions to discover where you can improve your life internally. Starting with the communication you’re having with your Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Life is full of experiences that will lead you closer to God or further away from him, his love for us, his word, and his purpose for our lives. God has given Carolyn a platform to share with her audience the trials, tribulations, breakdowns, ...
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HR entrepreneur Mike Coffey, SPHR, SHRM-SCP engages business thought leaders about the strategic, psychological, legal, and practical implications of bringing people together to create value for shareholders, customers, and the community. As an HR consultant, mentor to first-stage businesses through EO’s Accelerator program, and owner of Imperative—Bulletproof Background Screening, Mike is passionate about helping other professionals improve how they recruit, select, and manage their people. ...
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BONUS: 2819 Church ACCESS at Statefarm Arena 2025| Idolatry, Planning, & Grace Here’s The Reminder
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9:35What a weekend at the 2819 All-Access Prayer Event 🙏🏽✨ Three things God placed on my heart after leaving: 1️⃣ Keep Christ at the center, not crowds, not platforms, not pastors. “Little children, keep yourselves from idols.” — 1 John 5:21 2️⃣ Plan with compassion accessibility matters. Let’s make room for everyone, not just in seats but in hearts. 💛…
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Should We Hire for Character and Fit? with Mike Lyons
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48:49In episode 223, Coffey talks with Mike Lyons about why hiring for character and behavior often predicts success better than relying on experience or technical skills. They discuss how HR leaders can define and hire for the right character traits by first understanding business strategy (for example, Walmart vs. Nordstrom models); aligning hiring wi…
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Designing Leadership Programs that Work with LeAnne Lagasse
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30:48In episode 222, Coffey talks with consultant and author LeAnne Lagasse about effective leadership development initiatives and what she calls “congruent leadership.” They discuss why most leadership training programs fail to deliver ROI; the importance of reverse engineering programs from specific organizational outcomes; the significant impact of f…
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The $100K H-1B: What We Know Today with Jason Finkelman
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31:50In episode 221, Coffey talks with Jason Finkelman about the September 2025 presidential proclamation requiring a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa petitions and its potential impact on employers and foreign workers. They discuss the vague proclamation language creating confusion about fee applicability; the H-1B lottery process; how prevailing wage requir…
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In episode 220, Coffey talks with Ranya Nehmeh about the challenges and limitations of hybrid and remote work arrangements based on research from their new book "In Praise of the Office." They discuss how initial COVID remote work success masked long-term problems; loss of informal interactions and mentoring for newcomers; reduced collaboration and…
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Personalizing Employee Engagement with Rose Ann Garza
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38:22In episode 219, Coffey talks with Rose Ann Garza about strategies to personalize employee engagement. They discuss defining engagement as safety and appreciation rather than superficial perks; using the Great Game of Business approach to financial transparency and employee involvement; reducing turnover through cultural changes; prioritizing practi…
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EP 29: When You Want to Love Like Christ but Struggle With Unforgiveness
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19:00In this episode of Following The Call Podcast, we dive into one of the hardest but most freeing lessons of walking with Christ, forgiveness. The Holy Spirit has been showing me that forgiveness isn’t just about what someone else did to us, but about releasing the offense in our own hearts so we can truly love like Jesus. I’ll be sharing my own wres…
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Recruiting and Retaining Blue-Collar Skilled Workers with Ryan Englin
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41:24In episode 218, Coffey talks with Ryan Englin about recruiting and retaining skilled workers in the blue-collar trades, addressing labor shortages, and changing perceptions of trade careers. They discuss the retirement wave with 40% of tradespeople leaving in 7-10 years; barriers to entry including complex licensing requirements and limited apprent…
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Rethinking Work and Talent in The Age of AI with Steve Cadigan
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37:44In episode 217, Coffey talks with HRSouthwest Conference keynote speaker Steve Cadigan about the evolving nature of work. They discuss ongoing remote work debates; the evolution from hiring for skills to hiring for learning ability; the need for experimentation in remote team management; AI's role in skills analysis and internal talent mapping; bui…
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Delivering Effective Feedback with Carolyn Troyan
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37:44In episode 216, Coffey talks with Carolyn Troyan about overcoming challenges in delivering effective feedback. They discuss why managers struggle with feedback and difficult conversations; building trust before challenging feedback becomes necessary; cultural differences in feedback acceptance across organizations and countries; avoiding the ineffe…
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HR News: Employee Engagement is Still Near an All-Time Low--How to Fix It with Gabriela Norton
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50:15In episode 215, Coffey talks with Gabriela Norton about employee engagement challenges, performance management approaches, and hiring process improvements based on current workplace trends and research. They discuss Gallup's mid-year survey showing low engagement and high turnover intent; psychological safety and mental health support strategies; i…
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The C-Suite State of Mind with Joe Frodsham
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38:06In episode 214, Coffey talks with Joe Frodsham about CMP's fourth annual national pulse check on C-Suite mental health, wellbeing, and leadership challenges. They discuss executive mental health normalization since COVID; executive well being; clinical support and performance psychology for executives; individual vs one-size-fits-all wellness appro…
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What Board Members Need from HR Leaders (Business Credit) with Vianei Braun
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35:59In episode 213, Coffey talks with Vianei Braun about how HR leaders can effectively work with boards of directors. They discuss the strategic vs operational divide between board oversight and executive execution; skills needed for senior HR roles including broad industry perspective and data-driven insights; the importance of moving beyond complian…
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Are Dress Codes Really Still a Thing? with Elisa Ellis
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34:31In episode 212, Coffey talks with Elisa Ellis about dress codes, personal authenticity at work, and how employee appearance impacts business performance and career advancement. They discuss research showing dressed professionals outperform casual counterparts in negotiations; Starbucks dress code changes and employee pushback; balancing authenticit…
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HR News: The Kiss Cam Takes Employee Engagement to a Whole New Level with Michelle Haugh
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36:38In episode 211, Coffey talks with Michelle Haugh about recent HR-related news stories related to workplace romances, family members intervening in the workplace, and declining employee engagement. They discuss the Astronomer.io CEO and CPO resignation after being caught on a kiss cam at a Coldplay concert; workplace relationship policies and confli…
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EP 28: Discovering Your Calling | 3 Keys to Finding Your Authentic Voice
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4:04How to find your authentic voice… In world FULL OF NOISE 🗣️🔊🔊🔊🔊 If your message doesn’t feel like you… it’s not your message. God didn’t call you to copy. He called you to create. Let’s fix that. 👣 Follow me for real-talk tips on showing up authentically online. Needing help crafting your own digital product with Free Mentorship Lets Chat ⬇️ https:…
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An Economist’s View of the Labor Market with Richard Froeschle
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47:01In episode 210, Coffey talks with economist Richard Froeschle about the US economy and how generational demographics are affecting the labor force. They discuss the impact of tariff-related economic uncertainty on the labor market; challenges in the quality of federal statistical data; AI’s impact on entry-level positions and experienced workers; g…
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Crafting Your Employer Brand from Job Posting to Exit Interview with Mallory Herrin
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49:31In episode 209, Coffey talks with Mallory Herrin about how experiences throughout the employment lifecycle affect employers’ brands. They discuss how recruiting has changed with shifting employee expectations across generations and labor market scarcity; the definition of employer brand; common recruiting mistakes that impact brand perception; the …
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Keeping Up With Independent Contractor Definitions Under Trump 2.0 with David Miklas
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38:30In episode 208, Coffey talks with David Miklas about the Department of Labor's evolving definitions and interpretations of independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act. They discuss why DOL interpretations matter for FLSA compliance and overtime requirements; the shift from Biden administration's six-factor economic real…
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Helping Employees Navigate the Medicare Maze with Nicole Morgan
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38:57In episode 207, Coffey talks with Nicole Morgan about what HR professionals need to know about Medicare to help employees navigate the transition from employer-provided health insurance to Medicare coverage. They discuss the four main parts of Medicare (A, B, C, and D) and how they work together; the differences between Medicare Advantage plans (Pa…
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EP 27: Pride, Disobedience & the Call to Lead With Obedience
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4:37⚠️Don’t Be No Fool… "Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. so that no one may boast before hi…
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HR News: DEI Litigation, PTO Flexibility, and AI opportunities with Jill Koob
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43:56In episode 206, Coffey talks with Jill Koob about the Supreme Court decision on “reverse discrimination,” PTO policy trends, and AI adoption in the workplace. They discuss the Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services eliminating different standards for "reverse discrimination" cases; how Title VII protects all…
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Tapping Into the Global Talent Pool with Susan Snipes
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31:08In episode 205, Coffey talks with Susan Snipes about challenges and strategies for hiring international talent, particularly through employer of record arrangements. They discuss the primary drivers for seeking international talent including cost savings and talent shortages; compliance hurdles around employee classification and local employment la…
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Using Sponsorship to Create Inclusive Meritocracy with Rosalind Chow
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43:26In episode 204, Coffey talks with Rosalind Chow about the distinct roles of mentorship and sponsorship in advancing careers and building more inclusive workplaces. They discuss the distinction between mentorship (which helps grow the mentee) and sponsorship (which seeks to change how others see the protege); how sponsorship functions like marketing…
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From Awkward to Awesome: A Guide for Emerging HR Professionals with Kristi Spaethe
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45:39In episode 203, Coffey talks with Kristi Spaethe about advice for emerging HR professionals navigating their early careers. They discuss how people often stumble into HR careers; the misconception that “loving people” qualifies someone for HR work; the importance of gaining foundational knowledge before jumping into employee relations; showing up a…
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HR New: Under New Court Ruling, is LGBT Harassment Now Legal? with Shannon Norris
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39:24In episode 202, Coffey talks with Shannon Norris about a federal court ruling that invalidated portions of the EEOC's 2024 harassment guidance related to sexual orientation and gender identity. They discuss Norther District of Texas Federal Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk’s decision in State of Texas v. EEOC; the narrow scope of the Supreme Court’s ruling …
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A People-Centered Approach to Implementing AI with Jodi Brandstetter
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41:37In episode 201, Coffey talks with Jodi Brandstetter about using “design thinking” to effectively integrate AI into HR processes. They discuss how design thinking focuses on understanding problems from both business and human perspectives; the importance of starting with one specific HR challenge when implementing AI; how AI can assist throughout ea…
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Resolving Workplace Legal Disputes Through Mediation with Gary Fowler
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1:02:25In episode 200, Coffey talks with Gary Fowler live from the North Texas SHRM Conference about alternative dispute resolution especially mediation when a lawsuit may be involved. They discuss the distinctions between mediation and arbitration; the confidentiality protections in mediation; the difference between mediation and arbitration; preparation…
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"Et tu, Brute?" Embracing Modern Leadership with David McLaughlin
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34:48In episode 199, Coffey talks with David McLaughlin about evolving leadership styles and their impact on the workforce. They discuss the evolution of leadership styles from historical figures like Julius Caesar to modern executives; the contrast between transformational and transactional leadership approaches; the connection between leadership, cult…
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Transparency and Cost Control in Employee Healthcare Benefits with Kelley Barringer
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34:28In episode 198, Coffey talks with Kelly Baringer about 2025 trends in employee health benefits and strategies for reducing healthcare costs. They discuss value-based care and directed networks that steer patients to providers with better outcomes; consumer-driven healthcare plans with transparent pricing and no balance billing; the rising costs of …
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EP 26: Feeling Defeated? Be Encouraged in God’s Strength
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7:39Need help creating a strategy plan to fire your 9 to 5? Join me on my journey. I always suggest to those I can help to get the freebies. This way you can find out which tools you feel will be best for your business model/idea, or any businesses you're interested in starting. Once you check them out let me know which one covers the demand needed for…
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HR News: My Lawyer Says I've Got a Case! with Adam Dougherty
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34:19In episode 197, Coffey talks with Adam Dougherty about angry ex-employees and new ways to get sued. They discuss managing post-termination communications from angry ex-employees; responding to threats of litigation; the importance of good people practices when faced with litigation threats; new causes of discrimination claims following last year’s …
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Moving Beyond a Work-Life Balance Culture with Sam Kabert
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36:27In episode 196, Coffey talks with Sam Kabert about achieving "soul-life balance" as an alternative approach to traditional work-life balance. They discuss the concept of soul-life balance focusing on inner well-being rather than compartmentalizing work and personal life; the 90-second rule for processing emotions based on neuroscience research; the…
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From Distraction to Flow: Transforming Work Performance with Diane Allen
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35:43In episode 195, Coffey talks with Diane Allen about achieving flow state at work to maximize productivity, creativity, and fulfillment. They discuss the definition of flow as an optimal state of mind where people perform and feel their best; the neurological and physiological aspects of flow including the release of performance-enhancing hormones; …
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Does HR Need an Overhaul? with Lucy Adams
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35:05In episode 194, Coffey talks with Lucy Adams about transforming people practices to meet modern business needs. They discuss how traditional HR processes focus on conformity rather than flexibility; the tendency to design policies around the lowest common denominator rather than individual needs; regulation burdens in the UK versus the US; opportun…
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HR News: CTRL+ALT+DELETE for DEI? with Terri Swain
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41:37In episode 193, Coffey talks with Terri Swain about recent HR news items including return-to-office mandates, “illegal DEI”, and whether it is Alt+Ctrl+Delete or Ctrl+Alt+Delete. They discuss SHRM's report showing significantly higher workplace incivility in companies with return-to-office mandates; challenges with remote work including leadership …
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Building Productive Multi-Generational Workplaces with Shawn Johnson
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36:30In episode 192, Coffey talks with Shawn Johnson about creating multigenerational inclusive and productive workplaces. They discuss the age ranges and characteristics of different generations in today's workforce; how parenting styles and historical events shape generational perspectives; the evolution of generational values over time; ways differen…
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The Playbook for Successfully Leveraging Neurodiverse Employees' Talent with Dr. Matt Zakreski
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38:37In episode 191, Coffey talks with Dr. Matt Zakreski about leveraging neurodivergent employees’ unique strengths. They discuss the prevalence of neurodivergence in the workplace; the various types of neurodivergence beyond autism; the concept of masking and its impact on employees; how to avoid tokenism through universal design; strategies for clear…
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Shifting to Skills-Based Hiring to Find Great Talent with Audrey Mickahail
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39:40In episode 190, Coffey talks with Audrey Mickahail about using skills-based hiring to access untapped talent pools. They discuss the "paper ceiling" that excludes qualified candidates without degrees; how degree requirements became default screening tools; the value of skills and experience gained through alternative routes; strategies for employer…
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EP 25: The Truth About Digital Products | Escaping the 9–5 Grind
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8:48I can’t be the only one sitting at my 9-5 dreaming about quitting! 🧐❌ What if, instead of dreading Monday, you started building your own revenue right now with the gifts you’ve been given? You keep overthinking? Waiting on perfect timing? It could be paying you? What do your friends keep asking you for advice on? Could that be a service? Idk about …
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HR News: From Dripping Springs to DC — Times They Are A-Changin' with Charles Krugel
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35:27In episode 189, Coffey talks with Charles Krugel about a Day Without Immigrants-related firing, unions, the future of DEI, and the ongoing changes coming from the Trump administration. They discuss a "Day Without Immigrants" protest that led to employee terminations at a Texas burger company; Amazon's North Carolina facility voting against unioniza…
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Why Training Fails and How to Fix It with Amy Rosellini
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33:20In episode 188, Coffey talks with Amy Rosellini about the importance of emphasizing behavior change in workplace training. They discuss the high cost and low effectiveness of current workplace training approaches; the importance of measuring behavior change rather than just knowledge transfer; the role of peer feedback in learning; how to engage re…
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When to Initiate an Investigation with Leah Stiegler
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31:41In episode 187, Coffey talks with Leah Stiegler about best practices for the intake process for workplace investigations. They discuss when employers must investigate complaints versus when they can decline; examples of investigations that revealed unexpected findings; handling confidentiality requests from complainants; documentation requirements …
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Is My Life Better Because I Work Here? with Mark Mohammadpour
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35:41In episode 186, Coffey talks with Mark Mohammadpour about creating workplace cultures that prioritize employee well-being. They discuss the evolution of workplace relationships post-pandemic and the importance of well-being beyond salary; the cost implications of employee turnover; the four essential workspaces needed for modern employees (office, …
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HR News: Trump Axes Affirmative Action and DEI for Federal Contractors with Kara Kelley
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35:49In episode 185, Coffey talks with Kara Kelley about the impact of President Trump’s affirmative action order, how not to respond to employee criticism, and nervous candidates. They discuss the implications for federal contractors following the President’s rescission of Executive Order 11246, eliminating most affirmative action program and DEI requi…
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EP 23: Discipleship for Beginners | Keep Christ at the Center, Not Lukewarm Teachers
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17:54Mark 4:9 NET And he said, "Whoever has ears to hear had better listen!" In this weeks episode we unpack how we already exist in a world where everyone has dominion to take leadership, grab a microphone, build a platform, and influence an audience at the drop of a dime. We have enough podcasts, devotionals, small groups, etc with no qualifications r…
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Crossing the Fine Line to Create Authentic Workplaces with Lori Saitz
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37:15In episode 184, Coffey talks with Lori Saitz about creating workplace environments where meaningful connections improve focus and productivity. They discuss the importance of authentic connections in leadership; techniques for managing mental distractions at work; the power of mindful breathing and presence; the impact of gratitude on workplace pro…
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EP 22: Crucifying the Flesh | Breakdown or Breakthrough? Lessons From “The Break”
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27:49“Life Updates and Lessons from the Break” Welcome back family, In this week’s episode Carolyn is just getting back on the scene from a two month hiatus and sharing how valuable the time away from socials has been while spending more intimate time in God’s presence. A lot can happen in two months. Carolyn shares some hard truths and realizations tha…
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EP 24: Believing God for the Impossible in 2025
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1:26Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. PHILIPPIANS 1:6 NIV HELP SAVE OUR CHURCH GATHERINGS 💌⛪️ https://www.2819church.org/building-initiative Nothing in your life is wasted. You have to know that God has what he promised for you. Let no circumstance that looks unma…
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Disability is Diversity: Unlocking the Talent Pool
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32:22In episode 183, Coffey talks with Ron Fish about increasing workplace accessibility and inclusion for employees with disabilities, particularly focusing on hidden disabilities. They discuss the low rate of disability inclusion in corporate DEI initiatives; the reluctance of employees to disclose disabilities due to stigma; the importance of univers…
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