Security Management Highlights brings the security professional expert interviews and information on the most critical industry topics. Join host Brendan Howard as he interviews thought leaders and industry professionals, as well as editors from the magazine.
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The Catch Up Podcast brings you candid conversations with industry leaders, consultants, and change-makers from the Microsoft Dynamics and tech ecosystem. Hosted by Phillip Blackmore, Sales Director at Catch Resource Management, each episode dives into the real stories behind business transformation, career pivots, and scaling success. Expect thoughtful interviews, practical insights, and honest reflections. Brought to you by Catch Resource Management, a leading UK recruitment specialist for ...
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Jaded HR is a Human Resources podcast about the trials and tribulations of life in a human resources department….or just a way for Human Resources Professionals to finally say OUT LOUD all the things they think throughout their working day.
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Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple is your go-to resource for implementing AI tools and automation in your business without the overwhelm. Join Technology & Automation Coach Sarah Baker twice weekly as she breaks down complex tech into actionable steps you can implement right away. Every Tuesday, catch 'AI in Action' quick tips with screen-sharing tutorials showing exactly how to use today's top AI tools. Thursday episodes dive deeper into automation strategies, tech tools, and syst ...
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Catching Critical Security Blind Spots, From Biohazard Attacks to Investigation Resources
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39:56Chemical and biological attack attempts can be hard to detect, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t happening, including at major events and sports games, says Jeff Brodeur in this month’s Security Management Highlights podcast, sponsored by Acoem. We look at other blind spots this episode, including in multitenant building security with René Reider, …
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Lessons from the Front Line of D365 with Chris Lalley
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44:47What does it actually take to land a complex ERP or Dynamics 365 transformation without becoming another horror story? In this episode of The Catch Up, host Phillip Blackmore sits down with seasoned programme leader Chris Lalley to unpack the realities of delivering large‑scale finance and D365 projects in the real world. They explore how careers e…
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Send us a text A quiet Thanksgiving plan turns into a high-stakes HR story: 20-plus fake employees on a real payroll, deepfake executives on urgent video calls, and wire transfers that vanish because the faces on the screen weren’t human at all. We pull the thread on ghost workers, AI-powered impersonation, and the ways remote hiring can be gamed, …
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From AWS Outage To HR Snark: A Catch‑Up On Tech Glitches, Office Culture, And Salary Negotiations
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35:27Send us a text A Florida beach meltdown, a nationwide cloud outage, and a truly awful Halloween costume walk into a workplace. What sounds like a joke turns into a sharp look at how culture, tech, and judgment collide where people get paid and policies get real. We return from a short break with fresh stories and hard lessons: how a single AWS fail…
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How to Manage Manipulative and Disruptive Behavior at Work and in Public Spaces
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26:55Have you ever felt manipulated into doubting yourself and your abilities, even though your track record shows that you’re doing well? You might have encountered a gaslighter, says Michael Gips, CPP. These individuals’ manipulative shenanigans can be costly to personnel and productivity unless managers intervene promptly. Also in this episode, disru…
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From Contractor to CEO: Steve Snowden’s Journey Building a Dynamics 365 Consultancy
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51:03Is the traditional model of ERP implementation truly broken? Host Phillip Blackmore sits down with Steve Snowden, Founder and CEO of Snowden Consulting, for a fascinating look at the evolution of the tech space. Steve recounts his journey from an early role at a pharmaceutical plant during an SAP implementation to becoming a highly sought-after Mic…
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Encore Episode: Spooky HR Spooky Spooktacular
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43:37Send us a text A Halloween throwback with teeth: we revisit the moments that make HR feel haunted and explain how to handle them without losing your cool. We kick off with a real company memo that tied election outcomes to potential layoffs and unpack where employer speech ends and voter intimidation begins. The difference between context and coerc…
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SHRM's Blueprint for an Overpriced Dumpster Fire
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52:34Send us a text Welcome to Jaded HR, where we say everything you’re thinking out loud. This week, Warren and Cee Cee dive deep into the cesspool of professional absurdity. We tackle everything from the shocking politicization of HR to a debate so ill-conceived it smells like a dumpster fire. What We Raged About This Week: SHRM’s $1,300 Blueprint to …
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How to Proactively Manage Change in Security Technology Implementations
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35:37Your mindset makes a huge difference in proactively managing change at work, rather than just reacting to it, says Mohammed Shehzad in the October 2025 episode of SM Highlights. When security technology and processes get involved, resistance and confusion can impact the overall progression and success of the change. Also in this episode, Rachel Bri…
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GSX Daily: How New Orleans Police Leverage Engagement and Communication to Secure Mardi Gras and More
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13:43With nearly a million people participating every year, Mardi Gras is a massive economic and cultural engine for the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. While the festivities—and the many other major events hosted in The Big Easy—can make security efforts more complex, community outreach and partnership enable law enforcement to keep the good times roll…
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GSX Daily: Designing a Step-by-Step Guide to Holistic School Security
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16:13In the aftermath of school violence incidents, security professionals are often looking for ways to help. That turned into a three-year effort for Jeff Slotnick, CPP, PSP, who co-led the ASIS International effort to develop the new ASIS School Security Standard. By facilitating discussion across 50 multidisciplinary volunteers and collecting input …
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GSX Daily: Small Incivilities Pile Up in a Politically Polarized World
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16:07From snide remarks that set off office arguments to physical threats connected to a CEO’s social media post, political polarization has put workplace tensions on a hair trigger. Melissa Muir and Raymond Fleck of Pinkerton’s Comprehensive Risk Management Group join the GSX Daily edition of the SM Highlights podcast to talk about their upcoming GSX s…
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Send us a text Ever wonder what secrets lurk in your coworkers' desk drawers? Our jaw-dropping opener explores a workplace nightmare when maintenance unlocks a former employee's desk to find multiple journals explicitly rating female colleagues' appearances. This disturbing discovery raises complex questions about hostile work environments, liabili…
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45 Million Reasons to Get Your ERP Strategy Right with Lionel Wilson
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47:57Have you ever wondered why so many large-scale digital transformation projects go wrong? In this episode, host Philip Blackmore is joined by Lionel Wilson, an experienced digital transformation program lead, to unpack the hidden challenges of ERP and CRM implementations. Drawing from a career that spans from early IT systems to managing 35 internat…
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A Line of Coke, Then Rub One Out. Bill Joins Us For Fun & Headaches
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51:11Send us a text Every HR professional knows there's a stark difference between what appears in the employee handbook and the wild, messy reality of managing workplace behavior. In this jaw-dropping episode, we dive into what might be the most bizarre workplace investigation we've ever covered—one that begins with rumors of cocaine use and strange "s…
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How Security Can Lead Operational Resilience, Plus Reimagining Office Security
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24:29Security professionals have to be integrated into operational resilience efforts and business continuity planning to prevent disruptions of all kinds, according to new research from the ASIS Foundation. In this episode of the SM Highlights podcast, report co-author and ResOrgs principal consultant Joanne Stevenson shares why security gets left out …
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This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things: 2 Stories of Managers Who Deserve Diarrhea
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1:08:51Send us a text LINKS for context: https://youtu.be/9vGQ1VvylS8?si=to_V9RELAhvz4Gnm https://www.reddit.com/r/ThatsInsane/s/rrCihdYAtK Ever witnessed management decisions so shocking they leave you speechless? This episode dives into three workplace scenarios that'll make your jaw drop – and your blood boil. First, we discuss why water parks might be…
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The Independent Journey: Shahzad Butt on Building a People-First ERP Consultancy
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53:23Have you ever wondered what it takes to transition from a full-time role to building a successful independent consultancy? In this insightful episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Philip Blackmore sits down with Shahzad Butt, founder and director of ERP Advisors, to trace his career path. They discuss the critical transformation from an enterprise …
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Good Old Days: Recognizing When You're Living Your Best Work Life
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54:50Send us a text Have you ever thought about whether you're experiencing the "good old days" of your career right now? That question frames this week's exploration of workplace dynamics, leadership expectations, and what makes HR professionals stay or leave their roles. The conversation kicks off with Warren and CeeCee sharing the chaos of packed sch…
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A New Step on the Pathway to Violence, Plus Outdoor Security and Vendor Cybersecurity Management
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29:40This month’s Security Management Highlights episode features three compelling conversations with industry experts, starting with a chat with Ontic’s Cynthia Marble about a new step on the pathway to violence—step zero—and how it provides an even earlier opportunity to prevent escalation, if you’re paying attention. Then, Jeff Krull from Baker Tilly…
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Coldplay Kiss Cam & People Watching in Costa Rica
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53:59Send us a text Ever had a cringeworthy moment watching people behave badly in public? Warren returns from Costa Rica with hilarious and sometimes disturbing people-watching stories that perfectly illustrate workplace dynamics. From the mother directing her son to take sultry photos of her on a public beach to the nightmare tour group member who alm…
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Tony Riches on Critical Factors for ERP Success
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39:34What does it really take to lead a successful ERP program? In this episode of The Catch Up, host Philip Blackmore sits down with seasoned Program Director and published author Tony Riches to uncover the realities of large-scale digital transformation. Drawing on decades of experience, Tony shares surprising war stories, practical advice, and lesson…
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The Office Called, Your 1990's Management Style Wants Its Policy Back
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1:16:51Send us a text Why do employees really leave, and what makes them stay? Beyond the tired generational stereotypes and outdated management philosophies, there's a profound shift happening in how we think about work, loyalty, and flexibility. Amazon Prime Day highlights an interesting workplace dilemma – should companies block shopping sites during m…
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HR Through Pop Culture The Office: Benefits Butchered When Dwight Gets Power
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35:41Send us a text When corporate orders Michael Scott to select the cheapest possible healthcare plan, his first instinct is classic Michael: delegate the responsibility and avoid the difficult conversations entirely. Unfortunately, he chooses Dwight Schrute – perhaps the worst possible candidate for this sensitive task. What follows is a masterclass …
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Executive Protection Evolves in Challenging Times
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33:06Does your EP program account for cultural sensitivities, legal shortcomings, and evolving conditions? In this episode of the SM Highlights podcast, Jessica Ansley explains how cultural awareness can make all the difference in harmonious low-profile travel security and executive protection. Then, lawyer Timothy Sini outlines the limitations across U…
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Rage Bait: When Companies Claim to Eliminate HR Because We Have Tyrannical Zeal
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51:41Send us a text Is eliminating HR departments the bold new frontier in business leadership, or a recipe for legal disasters? We dive into a provocative New York Post op-ed that's generating tons of views by claiming HR has evolved from protecting companies to enforcing "woke ideology." The rage-bait article from a former Levi's executive proudly ann…
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How to Succeed in the Microsoft Dynamics Ecosystem with James Downes
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33:26What does it take to thrive in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem? In this episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Phillip Blackmore sits down with James Downes, Partner at EY, to explore a 25-year journey through tech consulting, solution architecture, and leadership in the Microsoft space. From starting out with Great Plains in the late '90s to leadi…
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This 2-Hour AI Strategy Helped Me Ditch the Post-and-Pray Cycle for Good
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1:20:29Ep. #139: This 2-Hour AI Strategy Helped Me Ditch the Post-and-Pray Cycle for Good What if you could grow your business without posting every day and praying something (anything) lands? This special episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple is the audio replay of my live training: The 2-Hour/Week AI Strategy to Escape the Social Media …
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SHRM 2025 Drama, Lying Candidates, Bad HR Stats and an Epic Rejection Reply
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56:08Send us a text Sometimes the most mundane workplace interactions become the most revealing. After Warren's unexpected hospital stay (complete with gallbladder surgery and online quizzes taken while being wheeled to the operating room), we dive into what's really happening in HR departments across America. The SHRM annual conference saga continues w…
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5 Signs You're Stuck in the 'Post and Pray' Content Trap (And Why It's Killing Your Growth)
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17:01Episode #138: 5 Signs You're Stuck in the 'Post and Pray' Content Trap (And Why It's Killing Your Growth) Ever feel like you're pouring time into your content and hearing nothing but crickets? If you're constantly posting and praying something sticks… you're not alone (but you're also not growing). In this episode, we’re breaking down the 5 signs t…
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Is Security Well-Positioned to Influence Decisions Around School System Funding and Arming Guards?
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26:30Brandon Payne, executive director for the National Council on School Facilities, joins this month’s episode of Security Management Highlights to discuss how to integrate security and safety into school facility planning and funding during both retrofits and new builds. Then, Kevin Jones, CPP, PCI, addresses key considerations for arming security pr…
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Top 3 AI Note Takers and Why You Need to be Using One
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30:03Episode #137: Top 3 AI Note Takers and Why You Need to Be Using One Let’s be real... trying to take detailed notes during meetings and stay present is nearly impossible. That’s where AI comes in. In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m diving into the top 3 AI-powered note-taking tools that are saving entrepreneurs hours…
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From Invoice Clerk to Program Director: Kerry Hughes Wright on Climbing the D365 Career Ladder
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43:01What does it take to lead a global Microsoft Dynamics 365 project across dozens of countries and legacy systems? In this episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Phillip Blackmore is joined by Kerry Hughes Wright, a seasoned delivery leader with decades of experience in ERP transformations. Together, they unpack the complexities of global rollouts, th…
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How to Seamlessly Integrate Asana with AI Tools for Your Business
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41:51Episode #136: How to Seamlessly Integrate Asana with AI Tools for Your Business If you're dreaming of saving 10+ hours a week (without hiring a full team), this one’s for you. In this final episode of the Automated Systems That Scale mini-series, we’re taking your Asana setup to the next level by integrating it with smart AI tools like ChatGPT, Cla…
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How to Turn Your Asana Project Management System onto Autopilot
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17:30Episode #135: How to Turn Your Asana Project Management System onto Autopilot You’ve got your Asana projects set up. Tasks are organized. Deadlines are in place. But now it’s time for the fun part — making it run itself. This is Part 3 of our Automated Systems That Scale mini-series, where I walk you through the real tools and workflows I recommend…
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Force-Choking Your Way Through Office Sirens and Other Absurdity
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50:25Send us a text The line between professional attire and personal expression has never been blurrier—especially now that TikTok is giving questionable fashion advice to workplace newcomers. We dive deep into the viral "office siren" trend where primarily Gen Z professionals are showing up to corporate environments in micro-minis and knee-high boots,…
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Setting Up Asana for Small Business: Automation Rules That Save Time
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19:48Episode #134: Setting Up Asana for Small Business: Automation Rules That Save Time If you’ve ever thought, “There has to be an easier way to keep track of all the things,” you’re right — and Asana is that easier way. In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m walking you through you how to set up your Asana workspace from s…
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HR Through Pop Culture The Office: The Diversity Day Disaster
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37:16Send us a text Remember that cringeworthy moment when Michael Scott signed his diversity training completion form as "Daffy Duck"? Or when Kelly slapped him after his offensive impersonation? These unforgettable scenes from The Office's "Diversity Day" episode reveal something fascinating about workplace culture both then and now. Twenty years afte…
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Mission-Critical Partnerships in Protest Preparedness and Schools
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35:03Security benefits can come from unexpected sources, especially in community-centric organizations like schools and colleges. Melinda Heikkinen from Saint Louis University (SLU) explains how the college’s history of open dialogue and philosophy of meeting peace with peace helped it weather a wave of mass protests on campus. Then, Jason Stoddard with…
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Asana Tutorial: How to Automate 24 Hours of Work Each Week
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14:45Episode #133: Asana Tutorial: How to Automate 24 Hours of Work Each Week Let’s talk about your time... or lack thereof. If your to-do list keeps growing, but your actual progress? Not so much… you might be stuck in the automation gap — spending hours on repetitive tasks that software could handle for you. In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Aut…
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Have Some Self Respect. STFU and Don't Be a SWAG Hoarder at Conferences
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48:45Send us a text Ever attended a professional conference only to find yourself surrounded by people who seem to have forgotten all basic etiquette? You're not alone. In this candid episode, Warren and CeeCee dive deep into conference behaviors that drive HR pros to the brink of madness. From the Virginia SHRM conference comes Warren's unfiltered obse…
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How Adam Seaton Built a 50-Person Consultancy from a One-Man Band
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42:54What does it take to grow a consultancy from scratch, sell it to a global firm, and then choose to start all over again? In this episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Phillip Blackmore sits down with Adam Seaton to explore his remarkable journey from Microsoft Dynamics contractor to founder of Seaton Partners and now co-creator of Team Joe. Adam sh…
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Canva's 2025 Redesign: The Top 5 Features That Streamline Your Content Creation Process
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43:37Episode #132: Canva’s 2025 Redesign: The Top 5 Features That Streamline Your Content Creation Process Spoiler alert: Canva didn’t just get a glow-up — it got a whole new brain. In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m giving you the full rundown of Canva’s 2025 redesign — and showing you the five smartest new features tha…
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Is Jasper AI the Ultimate Solution for Marketing Content Creation?
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24:29Episode #131: Is Jasper AI the Ultimate Solution for Marketing Content Creation? If writing content is eating up hours of your week, Jasper might just be your new favorite time-saver. In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m breaking down exactly what Jasper is, how it works, and why so many entrepreneurs are using it to …
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Send us a text What happens when an analytical HR professional decides to break down every session at a state SHRM conference? The results are both hilarious and disheartening. Warren meticulously categorized all 64 breakout sessions and discovered that a staggering two-thirds could only be classified as "whimsical" - filled with motivational speak…
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Gemini vs ChatGPT: Which AI Is Better for Visual Content?
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14:10Episode #130: Gemini vs ChatGPT: Which AI Is Better for Visual Content? If you’ve ever wished ChatGPT could see what you’re talking about… it might be time to meet Gemini, Google’s multimodal AI assistant. In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m giving you a full walkthrough of Gemini and comparing it to ChatGPT to see w…
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[AI in Action] How to Use Perplexity AI: The Complete Guide for Cutting Your Research Time in Half
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26:17Episode #129: [AI in Action] How to Use Perplexity AI: The Complete Guide for Cutting Your Research Time in Half WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE Let’s be real: digging through dozens of Google tabs just to find one solid stat or update? Exhausting. And time-consuming. That’s where Perplexity AI comes in: a next-gen search and research assistant desig…
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Jaded HR Turns 5: An OG Reunion & AI in HR
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34:00Send us a text Five years ago, Warren and Patrick sat down over Mission BBQ to plan a podcast where HR professionals could finally say what they were really thinking. Today, they reunite to reflect on how both Jaded HR and the human resources profession have transformed over half a decade. The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as they reminisce a…
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Safer Travels: Wrongful Detention, Active Assailants, and Duty of Care
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41:55Business travel is back, and travel risk is back right with it. In this episode of the SM Highlights podcast, Robert Dodge outlines the growing threat of wrongful detention during business travel, his own experiences being detained abroad, and how to educate travelers about risk. Gene Petrino shares proactive strategies for preventing workplace vio…
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SOPs Made Simple: How to Organize and Automate Your Business Operations
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22:27Episode #128: SOPs Made Simple: How to Organize and Automate Your Business Operations Let’s be honest… “create SOPs” probably isn’t the task you’re most excited to check off your to-do list. But if you’ve ever wished you could clone yourself or hand off work without explaining it a million times… this episode is for you. Whether you’re a solopreneu…
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