Best Jaime Klein Podcasts (2025)

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E17 An Attorney's Fight to Challenge Rights Violations & Illegal Maternal Care Practices with Hermine Hayes-Klein 1:02:56

9d ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Confusion and fear over lawsuits drives health care in the US and even more so within obstetrics and midwifery. In the midst of defensive medicine as default, many clinicians miss the one decision that provides ultimate litigation protection. Hermine Hayes-Klein is single handedly changing the landscape relative to litigation within maternal health…

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E16 "Hospitals Cannot Legally Enforce VBAC Bans" and Other Juicy Advocacy Tidbits with Barbara Stratton plus Next VBAC Facts® Training, Reader Stories, & TikTok Traps 2:15:01

23d ago2:15:01

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Want to change hospital policy, VBAC ban, placenta policy, or otherwise? Barbara Stratton is your gal. In this interview, Barbara reflects back on over 20 years of activism and shares her biggest tips to changing hospital policy as well as what first time parents wish they knew. She shares insights on speaking to the media, planning a rally, search…

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E15 A Psychologist's Journey Navigating a Hospital VBAC Ban with Dr. Denise Jaimes-Villanueva PsyD 1:04:33

1M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

What do you do when you are pregnant after a cesarean and the only hospital in your community has a VBAC ban? Come hear the story of Dr. Denise Jaimes-Villanueva PsyD of Santa Barbara, California as she shares everything she endured to avoid compulsory surgery. From the challenges around finding a provider in a community where the influence of the …

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E14 An OB Scientist's Caution on the VBAC Calculator and Informed Consent with Dr. Nicholas Rubashkin MD PhD 1:14:38

2M ago1:14:38

1:14:38

Ever use the VBAC calculator? Then you will want to listen to physician scientist and VBAC calculator researcher Dr. Nicholas Rubashkin, MD, PhD, an Associate Professor at UC San Francisco, as he reviews the historical and cultural implications of the VBAC calculator, a tool used to predict vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) odds. The conversation…

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Inspired Leadership: HR Leadership through transformation 38:06

2M ago38:06

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In this episode, host Jaime Klein sits down with Nick Benaquista, SVP of People and Capability at Mastercard, who gives us an insider perspective on leading HR transformation during periods of massive growth —from $15B to $25B and a workforce that more than doubled.

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E13 Why This OB/GYN Passionately Supports VBAC Access (And You Should Too) with Dr. Chris Stroud 1:16:28

2M ago1:16:28

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Heard no one supports VBAC? Simply not true. Join Dr. Chris Stroud OB/GYN of Fort Wayne, Indiana has he considers his 30 year career and shares why offering VBAC is so important to him, including his reasoning for supporting community midwives who attend home and birth center VBAC. We discuss the concept of "acceptable complications," which may pro…

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E12 Jen Kamel's interview on All Things Women's Health with Dr. Chris Stroud 1:16:29

3M ago1:16:29

1:16:29

Why does VBAC access matter and how does the concept of "acceptable risk" influence how some physicians view cesarean versus VBAC complications? Learn that and more when VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel is interviewed on "All Things Women's Health" with Dr. Chris Stroud. She will share the impact of her births on her life, what it was like to experien…

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Inspired Leadership: AI for HR 14:57

3M ago14:57

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Jaime Klein sits down with Ian O’Keefe of ikona Analytics to discuiss how AI is helping HR leaders boost ROI and streamline everything from onboarding to succession planning.

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E11 A Community’s 10 Year Fight Against a Hospital VBAC Ban with Anastasia Stone 1:00:23

3M ago1:00:23

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What do you do when your local hospital bans vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) and leads people to believe that their only option there is a repeat cesarean? What about when they start to withhold pain relief to anyone who "insists" on laboring after a cesarean? When this happened in Santa Barbara, California, local activists and mothers took act…

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E10 A Midwife Attended Hospital VBA2C with Gestational Diabetes and Suspected Big Baby with Laura Stimson 43:56

4M ago43:56

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Less than 3% of people labor after two cesareans in the US. Laura Stimson was one of those people. After having her first cesarean for twins and an elective repeat cesarean during COVID, she really wanted to experience a vaginal birth after two cesareans (VBA2C). A chance conversation with a midwife at a dinner party opened her eyes to what was pos…

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E9 Navigating Medical Mistrust with Amber Vayo PhD + Alberta, Canada Hospital VBA2C After CPD 45:38

4M ago45:38

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What causes someone to distrust the medical system? What impact does that have on public health? Join Dr. Amber Vayo PhD, a maternal health and politics researcher, as she answers those questions and so much more. Dr. Vayo shares insights on the role of trust, the impact of institutional betrayal, and the significance of listening to women's experi…

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E8 Vaginal Birth After Two Cesareans (VBA2C): Stories, Evidence, and Insights 1:09:51

5M ago1:09:51

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If you think VBA2C is dangerous or no one "allows" them, you would be wrong. Join VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel in this discussion of the feasibility and evidence surrounding VBA2C. Drawing from real-life birth stories, Jen emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making and patient autonomy, psychological implications, and the risks associat…

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Inspired Leadership: A hidden barrier to transparency in companies: NDAs and forced arbitration 34:02

5M ago34:02

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Lift Our Voices, founded by Gretchen Carlson and Julie Roginsky, advocates for workplace safety and inclusion by challenging harmful policies like non-disclosure agreements and forced arbitration. This conversation led by host Jaime Klein, introduces the LOV Where You Work Survey and Index to help companies assess and improve their practices on har…

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E7 40+ VBAC Myths Busted! Plus Hospital VBA2C After Uterine Defect 57:37

5M ago57:37

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There are too many myths about VBAC to count. Good thing we give the top 40 a quick smashing in this episode. VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel highlights critical information about VBAC safety, risks, and the support provided by national health organizations. She addresses common misconceptions about uterine rupture, perinatal and maternal mortality, …

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E6 Decoding the VBAC Calculator: Science, Bias, and Decision Making 47:11

5M ago47:11

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Think the VBAC calculator is rooted in solid medical evidence? This episode with VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel dives into the accuracy and impact of VBAC calculators. Jen discusses a variety of factors influencing predicted VBAC odds as well as actual VBAC rates, including race, BMI, reason for prior cesarean, bias, provider preference, and VBAC ba…

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E5 Autonomy, Authority, Coercion & Consent: Who Decides in Maternity Care? 1:11:16

6M ago1:11:16

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People are shocked when they learn that the American College of OB/GYN (ACOG) says that women and pregnant people have the final say in medical decision making. Jen Kamel, founder of VBAC Facts®, discusses the principles of informed decision making in the context of vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) versus repeat cesarean. Emphasizing the ethical…

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E4 The Rules About VBAC (Part 2): A Deep Dive into US VBAC Guidelines with Jen Kamel 46:23

6M ago46:23

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You might be surprised to read what the US national guidelines actually say about VBAC. Join Jen Kamel, founder & CEO of VBAC Facts®, as she delves deep into the American College of OB/GYN's VBAC guidelines. The episode covers a range of topics including external cephalic version, epidurals, VBAC in rural hospitals, and who makes the ultimate decis…

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E3 The Rules About VBAC (Part 1): A Deep Dive into US VBAC Guidelines with Jen Kamel 54:33

7M ago54:33

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Heard national guidelines don't support VBAC? Well you heard wrong. Join us for a deep dive into the American College of OBGYN's VBAC guidelines. Join VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel as she explains the significance of these guidelines for anyone birthing in the U.S. or working in healthcare. Jen clears up common misconceptions, highlights the differ…

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Inspired Leadership: An Insider's Take on HR in Private Equity 29:17

7M ago29:17

29:17

As Goldman Sachs Value Accelerator Operating Advisor, Carmen O'Shea is optimizing talent strategies across many companies at once—and in some of the most dynamic industries. We’ll get her take on common HR trends among portfolio companies, challenges that are universal across industries, the value of the employee experience (it’s not just about the…

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E1 Coerced Cesareans Struck Down Part 1: The Woman and Attorney Behind Israel’s Landmark Ruling Speaks Out with "Esther" & Tamir Turgal 56:49

7M ago56:49

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What would it feel like to be hunted by the police and social services over your birth choices? "Esther" found out. Join our gripping discussion with Esther and her experience with the Israeli Supreme Court ruling favoring her choice against a compelled repeat cesarean. The conversation with Esther and her attorney Tamir explores deep-seated issues…

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E2 Coerced Cesareans Struck Down Part 2: The Woman Behind Israel’s Landmark Ruling Speaks Out: "Esther" & Tamir Turgal 52:03

7M ago52:03

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We continue "Esther's" harrowing story of avoiding a court ordered cesarean. "Esther" navigates an unassisted birth after four prior cesareans amidst intense scrutiny from social and emergency services. Follow her journey through legal battles, hiding from authorities, and ultimately obtaining a landmark ruling from the Israeli Supreme Court that u…

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Inspired Leadership: Human-centeric leadership + AI: Why we need both in modern HR 26:35

8M ago26:35

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Kerrie Peraino, Chief People Officer at Verily and former VP of People Operations at Google, joins host Jaime Klein to share her insights on human sustainability, AI risks, and leadership development.

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Inspired Leadership: HR’s critical role in reducing burnout + boosting productivity 29:00

11M ago29:00

29:00

Tanisa Williams, is the head of human resources for the Americas at The Economist. Throughout her career, Tanisa has focused on building workplaces that foster inclusion and wellness. Join Jaime and Tanisa as they discuss proven strategies to improve employee well-being and the HR leader’s role, tips for employee communications in turbulent times, …

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Inspired Leadership: HR leadership at trail-blazing brands 29:48

1y ago29:48

29:48

Hear Jaime Klein and guest speaker, Tyler Benjamin discuss trailblazing an industry, keeping the team aligned and thoughtful engagement through major market pivots. Tune in to hear what it’s like to lead at companies that are widely viewed as a bellwether's for company culture.

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Inspired Leadership: Impactful leadership when you’re new to a role 29:54

1y ago29:54

29:54

Shenan Reed is renowned for her human-centric leadership style. In this session of Inspired Leadership, Jaime Klein is checking in with Shenan about takeaways from her first hundred days in her role as General Motors Global Chief Media Officer.

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Inspired Leadership: Why Human-centric leadership matters more than ever with Erica Keswin 27:53

1+ y ago27:53

27:53

Listen in as Erica Keswin, shares insights from her mostrecent book, "The Retention Revolution," on building company cultures that attract and retain top talent with Inspire HR CEO, Jaime Klein.

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Inspire Webinar: AI in HR: Risks + Opportunities for Today + Tomorrow 57:10

1+ y ago57:10

57:10

Join Ian O’Keefe, HR Venture Advisor for SemperVirens Venture Capital, Amy Lui Abel, PhD, Author and former LHH Global Talent Partner, and Rafael Perez, Inspire HR Expert, HR Business Partner, with Jaime Klein, Inspire Human Resources for a conversation on the risks of AI in Human Resources. We don’t know what’s coming, but we know it’s going to be…

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Inspired Leadership: HR Strategy for Modern Organizations 29:07

2y ago29:07

29:07

Hear Krupa (Desai) Vankayala, VP of People and HR at Sapphire Ventures discuss aligning business strategy with HR strategy, HR trends affecting leaders at high-growth companies, life-long learning, and more.

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Inspired Leadership: Advanced DEIB Through Public Scrutiny with Omar Brown of The Big 10 32:44

2y ago32:44

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Omar A. Brown, Senior Vice President, People & Culture Officer, Big Ten Conference joins Jaime Klein (she, her), CEO of Inspire Human Resources to share his experiences working to promote an inclusive culture in a highly visible industry: college sports. We’ll talk about managing through major culture shifts, increasing diversity at the top, and ma…

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Inspire Live: People Strategies for PE + High Growth Companies 56:32

2y ago56:32

56:32

What HR leaders need to know about shifting talent strategies in a volatile environment, building a team to thrive in the future of work, navigating a tight labor market and more. What you’ll hear: Talent strategies to get the highest returns despite market volatility HR strategies to retain and develop leaders to get the strongest results Building…

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Inspired Leadership: Changing Course in HR Leadership with Tricia Alcamo of FanDuel 30:24

2y ago30:24

30:24

FanDuel Chief People Officer Tricia Alcamo joins Inspire HR CEO Jaime Klein to discuss the moments that caused significant changes in trends in talent management and how her personal leadership style has adapted to meet this exciting moment in HR’s evolution. Join our next LinkedIn Live here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inspire-human-resources…

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Inspired Leadership: Leading an Industry in Constant Transformation with Meredith Kopit Levien and Jacqueline Welch at the New York Times 32:21

2y ago32:21

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Being a great leader is complex. And the transformation in HR, sped up by the recent birth of hybrid workspaces and a focus on employee well-being, makes leading in these turbulent times even more complex. So we’re welcoming two executives from an industry that is no stranger to transformation. Meredith Kopit Levien is the Chief Executive Officer a…

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Inspire HR Webinar: What Really Keeps Top Talent Engaged 56:54

2y ago56:54

56:54

Sometimes we’re too focused on the idea that better bonuses equals reliable retention. But bonuses alone won’t keep an employee in their job, let alone engaged, healthy, and productive in their job. You can retain and engage your top talent by building a culture that prioritizes employee well-being across-the-board. But what does that look like? Fe…

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Inspired Leadership: HR’s Role in the C-Suite with Tecia Palli-Sandler of Capgemini 30:54

2y ago30:54

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As soon as we heard rumblings of the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus on HR was heightened. HR leaders shifted into hyperdrive as they moved to the top of the list on their CEO’s speed dial. Finally, HR had earned a seat at the table for strategic business discussions. But is it permanent? We’re connecting with Tecla Palli-Sandler, EVP, Chief People Of…

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Inspired Leadership: Transformation in HR with Felicia Gorcyca 30:25

2+ y ago30:25

30:25

HR has transformed and there’s no returning to “the way we were.” Jaime Klein and Felicia Gorcyca will discuss some of the most impactful ways the industry has transformed, and what HR leaders should prioritize to keep pace in the new world of work. Featuring: Felicia Gorcyca, experienced Chief People Officer. Catch the next episode of Inspired Lea…

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Talent Acquisition + Onboarding in the New World of Work 56:06

2+ y ago56:06

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We can’t rely on yesterday’s tools for today’s talent acquisition and onboarding needs - especially given the whiplash climate of talent shortage, hiring freezes, and resignations. It’s time to evaluate what works today and into the future, so you can be competitive moving forward. Join us as we welcome talent acquisition experts to discuss: * What…

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HR at High-Growth Companies (Continued) 56:57

2+ y ago56:57

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This session is tailored to HR and business leaders at high-growth companies, private equity, and venture capital firms. A panel of HR experts approaches key HR trends and challenges through the lens of high-growth leadership. Read more: https://www.inspirehumanresources.com/live_series/hr-at-high-growth-companies-continued Featuring: Purvi Tailor,…

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HR Opportunities + Challenges at High-Growth Companies 55:18

2+ y ago55:18

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Everyday HR challenges have an extra layer of complexity for high-growth companies. From scaling culture to always being on the lookout for mergers and acquisitions, onboarding hundreds of people at a time, change management, and more, high-growth companies have specialized needs. Read more: https://www.inspirehumanresources.com/live_series/hr-oppo…

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Equitable Total Rewards 57:58

3y ago57:58

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Join Inspire HR for a panel featuring compensation, benefits, and financial wellness experts as we discuss designing total rewards packages that promote equity, retention, and recruitment. Read more: https://inspirehumanresources.com/ Featuring: Lacey Horn, Founder + CEO, Native Advisory; Charles Privitera, Jr., Vice President, Workplace Solutions …

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Retention + Employee Engagement Part 2 57:14

3y ago57:14

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New Strategies for Retaining + Engaging Top Talent How do you retain employees in a job market where close to 40% of U.S. workers are looking to change jobs this year? Join Inspire Human Resources as we tackle this question in a panel discussion with top experts who wrestle with this question every day. We’ll cover topics like: How to create + comm…

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Retention + Employee Engagement Strategies 57:35

3+ y ago57:35

57:35

Retention is top of mind for every company today, and rightfully so. Close to 40% of U.S. workers are looking to change jobs in 2022, Fidelity Investments reported early this year. That’s not good news, considering the market is already flooded with job opportunities. Just last year, the number of open job postings in the U.S. rose by 33%. That mea…

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Managing Through Talent Shortages + LOAs 57:02

3+ y ago57:02

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Managing through talent shortages and LOAs is becoming increasingly challenging. Close to 70% of companies report that they are experiencing a talent shortage and difficulty hiring for their open roles. And this isn’t just a pandemic problem. Korn Ferry predicts that by 2030, more than 85 million jobs could go unfilled because there are not enough …

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Cultivating Diverse Corporate Boards + Leadership Teams 56:38

3+ y ago56:38

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Public companies have been put on notice several times in just the last five years—most recently when Nasdaq’s rule went into effect this summer that requires it’s companies to have at least one woman and at least one individual from an under-represented community on their boards. The message is clear: board diversity is a requirement. We welcomed …

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Strengthening Company Culture Through The Pandemic + Beyond 57:53

3+ y ago57:53

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Your company’s culture is your greatest asset to weather the perfect storm created by: a prolonged pandemic, the “great resignation,” and ongoing uncertainty around return to office timelines. Inspire welcomes HR, organizational psychology, and workplace culture leaders to explore evaluating and strengthening company cultures following 19 months (a…

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Hybrid Workplaces: From Compliance to Culture 56:42

3+ y ago56:42

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As return to office dates shift later—often into 2022—it has become clear that the #1 criteria for a return to office or hybrid work plan is flexibility. But there’s so much more, too: from pay differentials based on geography, challenges hybrid work causes for diversity, equity, inclusion + belonging, how employers can manage employees who refuse …

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Return to Office, Work from Anywhere, Hybrid: Top Considerations 57:52

4y ago57:52

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With vaccinations up and mask mandates down, every business and HR leader is thinking about what their future workplace will look like: RTO (return to office), work from anywhere, or hybrid. According to McKinsey, 68% of companies do not have concrete plans in place yet and only about 28% of office-workers are back in the office today. There is no …

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Inclusive Leadership: The C-Suite’s Role in DEIB 58:20

4y ago58:20

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As various members of the team take on responsibility for diversity, equity, inclusion + belonging (DEIB), many HR leaders are wondering about the role of the C-Suite. Spoiler alert: DEIB starts at the top. Leaders set the tone, champion organization-wide initiatives, and ensure DEIB is a top level priority. Employees who work for an inclusive lead…

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Reducing Bias in Hiring 58:38

4y ago58:38

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Recruiting for diversity is the top priority facing talent professionals and hiring managers today. Considering 67% of job seekers say diversity is a key factor when evaluating job offers, and a sense of belonging reduces turnover risk by up to 50%, DEIB plays a major role in talent acquisition. But, a diversified workforce doesn’t just happen on i…

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Using Behavioral Insights to Strengthen DEIB 56:50

4y ago56:50

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Unconscious bias is more complex than many leaders realize. Bias is more than a way of thinking. Biases are survival instincts—even clinically recognizable through an MRI. What does this behavioral science mean for DEIB champions trying to build inclusive cultures in the workplace? See full show notes at: https://inspirehumanresources.com/behavior-…

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DEIB Beyond the Training: What to Do Next 55:56

4y ago55:56

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging (DEIB) has become a leading business priority in HR and business circles—and rightfully so. Employees who feel a sense of belonging, and that their voice is heard, are more than four times more likely to feel empowered to perform at their best—resulting in as much as a 20% increase in profitability for the c…

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