Best SCP Play Podcasts (2025)

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When Performance Masks Dysfunction 31:47

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Ever worked with someone who hits every goal but leaves a trail of chaos behind? This episode of HR Nightmares digs into the tension between high performance and toxic behavior. Lisa, Amy, and Beth break down how gossip, manipulation, and emotional outbursts quietly drain teams, no matter how talented the person causing them may be. They explore th…

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When “Inmates Run the Asylum”: How Teams Drift, How Leaders Respond, and How HR Brings Culture Back to Center 39:21

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If the real meeting happens after the meeting, you’re not alone. This week on HR Nightmares, co-hosts Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Beth Looney talk about what happens when culture drifts—when feedback goes quiet, side conversations take over, and the “inmates” start running the asylum. They share what it looks like to bring a team back to balance an…

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Toxic Leaders & Workplace Harassment 36:11

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Harassment in the workplace isn’t just a headline issue—it’s a lived reality for far too many employees. On this episode of HR Nightmares, co-hosts Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Beth Looney dig into high-profile cases and share real-world encounters from their own careers. From inappropriate comments to boundary-crossing behavior, the crew brings can…

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Fractional HR: Big Expertise at a Fraction of the Cost 44:59

2M ago44:59

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Struggling to afford executive-level HR talent but need more than basic compliance? On this episode of HR Nightmares, co-hosts Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Beth Looney break down the power of fractional HR leadership. Unlike traditional consultants who make recommendations and move on, fractional leaders embed within organizations as true partners —…

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Inbox Files Open Again 39:18

3M ago39:18

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The HR nightmares never stop coming — and in this episode of Leath HR, co-hosts Lisa, Amy, and Greg crack open the inbox to tackle more of your most head-scratching workplace dilemmas. From surveillance concerns to emotional outbursts, they share the stories that keep managers second-guessing and employees walking on eggshells. What happens when yo…

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Audience HR nightmares: Inbox Flies Open 38:59

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Lisa Leath and the HR Nightmares team open up their inbox to tackle real-world workplace dilemmas ranging from micromanaging bosses to unconventional emotional support animals. The team provides practical advice for HR professionals and managers navigating these challenging situations. The conversation takes fascinating turns as the team unpacks ho…

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Remote Work Reality Check 38:54

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Workplace whiplash is real. Since the pandemic, companies have swung wildly between remote, hybrid, and return-to-office mandates—and employees are feeling the impact. In this episode of HR Nightmares, Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Beth Looney unpack the real reasons behind these shifts. Is it truly about collaboration and culture, or are deeper moti…

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Is AI Killing Entry-Level Jobs? 40:32

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Is the entry-level job... extinct? In this episode of HR Nightmares, co-hosts Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Beth Looney dive into the AI-fueled shake-up that’s redefining what it means to “get your foot in the door.” As automation handles more of the repetitive and routine, many roles that once served as launchpads for new grads are either vanishing …

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When ICE Comes Knocking: A Guide for HR Professionals 29:41

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In this episode of HR Nightmares, Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Beth Looney tackle one of the most challenging scenarios HR leaders face: immigration enforcement in the workplace. What do you do when ICE shows up unannounced? The team shares real-life stories, including the heartbreaking account of an employee deported after decades in the U.S., and …

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AI in the Workplace: Friend or Foe? 35:46

7M ago35:46

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Welcome to Season 4 of HR Nightmares. Today, Lisa Leath (Chief People Officer at Vantaca), Beth Looney (Senior Consultant at Leath HR Group), and Amy Conway (Senior Consultant at Leath HR Group) tackle artificial intelligence in the workplace. Is AI revolutionizing business or threatening jobs? Let's find out. Our hosts examine how differently busi…

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If Belonging Was a Party, Would You Be on the Invite List? 53:54

10M ago53:54

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Welcome back to HR Nightmares, where every "growth opportunity" is just one awkward coaching conversation away from a full-blown crisis. In this episode, hosts Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, Beth Looney, and guest, Lakesha McDay tackle one of the spiciest HR hot potatoes — embedding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into workplace culture. Spoiler al…

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Sit Happens: Why Office Design Deserves a Reboot 43:26

11M ago43:26

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The latest episode of the HR Nightmares podcast took a deep dive into the role of workplace design in boosting employee well-being and productivity—because, as Lisa quipped, “If your office looks like a dungeon, don’t be surprised if morale’s in the basement.” HR Nightmares’ guest, Rick Snyder, a furniture design guru, shared how thoughtful office …

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Scary scary times: Election Season Rhetoric 33:23

1y ago33:23

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In this episode of HR Nightmares, Lisa Leath and Beth Looney are diving into one of the most polarizing, yet unavoidable, challenges we face in the workplace: navigating sensitive situations around election season. As we get closer to election day, we see more political conversations, social media posts, and yes, even heated debates creeping into t…

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Non-Competes and Overtime Woes: HR’s Summer Blockbusters 44:23

1y ago44:23

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This week, the HR Nightmares crew tackled the legal spaghetti bowl that is non-compete agreements and the proposed FTC ban, and they brought in the big legal guns—Katie Greene from Michael Best. Lisa dove into the hot topics keeping employment lawyers and HR leaders up at night—non-compete bans, overtime thresholds, and employee classifications. Sh…

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Ship Happens: Navigating HR Seas 47:02

1+ y ago47:02

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This episode of HR Nightmares was a ride through the choppy waters of HR. Joined by guest, attorney Geoff Losee, the Leath HR Group hosts navigated topics from open container laws to office romances with the grace of a seasoned sailor This episode of HR Nightmares dives into a whirlwind of workplace issues. From the complexities of maritime law to …

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HR Managers from Hell: Don't Let Your HR Dept. Become a Horror Story! 37:26

1+ y ago37:26

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Ever feel like HR is stuck in a filing cabinet from the dark ages? This week on HR Nightmares, the Leath HR Group crew – your friendly neighborhood HR exorcists – are here to slay those workplace woes! We're throwing down the gauntlet. We're talking clueless HR reps, policy-obsessed robots, and service levels that make the DMV look like Disneyland.…

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Unlock the Secrets of Workplace Behaviors: Beyond the Personality Assessment Maze 37:29

1+ y ago37:29

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Tired of team meetings that sound like a pack of hyenas arguing? This episode's all about unlocking the secret weapon of assessments! We delve into the Tracom Social Styles model, where Ashley breaks down the four basic human types: the charging Drivers, the lovable Amiables, the bubbly Expressives, and the meticulous Analyticals. Think of it as yo…

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Blazing Trails: From Adversity to Inspiration with Firefighter Jarvis Harris 30:38

1+ y ago30:38

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Firefighter Jarvis Harris joins the Leath HR Group HR crew to share his journey through adversity to becoming a first responder. You’re sure to be inspired by Harris’ dream to become a firefighter since childhood, and how he overcame setbacks to achieve his goal. Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Beth Looney talk to Harris about effective interview techn…

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HR All Stars: Hiring, Compliance & More for Bosses on the Rise 44:36

1+ y ago44:36

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Struggling to build your dream team? Drowning in HR paperwork? This isn’t your father’s HR! Lisa Leath, Amy Conway & Beth are here to LEVEL UP your people game! Join them as they dish their favorite secrets for hiring rockstars, staying compliant, and keeping your crew happy. Legal & financial jargon got you stressed? Change got your team overwhelm…

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A Battle for Brains - How Booming cities can win over Skilled Talent 45:52

1+ y ago45:52

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In this episode of "HR Nightmares," Lisa, Beth and Amy dive deep into the heart of boomtown, Wilmington, North Carolina, unraveling the cutting-edge strategies that are redefining talent attraction and retention with special guest, Megan Mullins. Amidst the scenic backdrop of this burgeoning business hub, the discussion takes a turn into the future…

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Navigating Pay, Perks, and Parity in HR 1:02:22

2y ago1:02:22

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Total rewards expert, Steven Osiel from 3rd Quartile joins Lisa Leath and Amy Conway to discuss various topics related to human resources and compensation. They highlighted the complexities of compensation and reward systems, the importance of effective communication when implementing bonus payments, the complicated relationship between employee co…

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Beyond the Score: Crafting Connections in the Age of the Customer 56:00

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In this "HR Nightmares" episode focused on customer experience with guest, Justin Robbins from 8x8, Lisa Leath, Beth Looney and Amy Conway champion an alliance between HR and customer service. The four articulate the necessity of equipping service teams with tools and insights that foster individualized customer interactions. Justin’s critique of N…

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Nurse to Numbers: HR’s Leap Forward with a Total Wellness Clinician 42:47

2y ago42:47

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In this episode of "HR Nightmares," Lisa, Amy, Beth, and guest, Kate Valette, BSN, RN from Marsh McLennan Agency, entertain us with tales from the trenches of HR and healthcare, learning from an expert who evolved from bedside nurse to corporate wellness warrior. The quartet, armed with anecdotes and analysis, swap tales, fascinated over the quirky…

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Lights, Camera, Leadership: Andrea Walker on Elevating HR in the Film World 44:29

2y ago44:29

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Welcome back to HR Nightmares, coming to you from the heart of Wilmywood! Join us as we shine the spotlight on Andrea Walker, an owner of Lighthouse Films, as she joins your favorite hosts, Lisa Leath and Beth Looney. In this episode, we dive into the world of the film industry, exploring the HR nightmares that filmmakers often encounter. From shoo…

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The Evolution of HR: “Policy Police” to Strategic Business Partners 41:39

2y ago41:39

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Remember when Human Resources was seen as the dreaded 'policy police'? Those days are long gone. In this episode, Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Beth Looney, with their combined 60 years of experience, reflect on how they've transformed HR practices over the last two decades, reshaping the way business leaders perceive 'good HR.' The discussion starts…

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From Stressed to Best: Guide to Human-Centric Wellness and Care 45:05

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Lisa, Amy, and Beth sit down with Buffy Andrews, a seasoned Holistic Health Practitioner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Certified Yoga Instructor. Join the conversation as they dive into the complexities of supporting employees in times of stress and trauma. Ever encountered a perpetually stressed employee or struggled to aid a colleague thr…

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The Departure Dilemma, Revolutionary AI for Hiring, and the Heated Back-to-Office Showdown 49:13

2+ y ago49:13

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Welcome back to HR Nightmares, where we take on real-life work challenges with expert advice and genuine conversations with the Senior Certified HR professionals at Leath HR Group. The OGs are back for an episode packed with thrilling audience write-ins and thought-provoking, timely topics! Lisa, Beth, and Amy kick off the episode with captivating …

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Gen Z has entered the chat 47:08

2+ y ago47:08

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Ever wondered what Gen Z wants in the workplace? What about their motivations? Or how you can attract them to your business? Well, you’re in luck! We’ve got two Gen Z-ers behind the mics this week to share their firsthand experiences and opinions. Our guest host, Gabbi Plumez is joined by co-hosts Amy Conway, and Beth Looney and our special guest, …

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Game On: Unlock the Power of VR and Gamification in the Workforce 42:16

2+ y ago42:16

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Step into the fascinating world of professional gaming, virtual reality (VR), and gamification in the modern workforce. Gabbi Plumez, People and Culture Consultant, is filling in for Lisa Leath as host, along with co-host, Beth Looney. Joining us is Hailey Sarradet, a seasoned recruiting professional with first-hand experience in hiring professiona…

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Mastering Family Business + Owning Your Career 42:59

2+ y ago42:59

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Join our host, Lisa Leath, along with co-hosts Beth Looney and Amy Conway, as they delve into the world of career ownership. In this episode, they are joined by Tammy Benson, Chief Operations Officer of Advanced Marketing International. Brace yourself as they kick things off by exploring the highs, lows, and potential pitfalls of running a family b…

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Managers From Hell: Hilarious Horror Stories and Expert Tips 39:10

2+ y ago39:10

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You asked, and we listened! Our episode Employees From Hell was just that good, you wanted to hear about *bad* managers, too. This week, HR Nightmares host Lisa Leath and co-hosts Beth Looney and Amy Conway give the people what they asked for. Crazy stories and advice for dealing with managers from hell. We’ve all heard the phrase “Bad managers mak…

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HR Horrors Exposed: Overtime Overdose, Pet Deaths, Promotion Pandemonium, and Slack TMI 39:24

2+ y ago39:24

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The OGs, Lisa Leath, Beth Looney, and Amy Conway are back this week with an episode full of audience write-ins. Here are a few of the questions we dove into: What can you do when an employee continues to work over nonapproved 40+ hours/week? Should we add a pet bereavement policy to our handbook? An employee accidentally sent a personal link to the…

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Employees from Hell: Managing Madness 40:49

2+ y ago40:49

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The OG ladies are back! Host, Lisa Leath and Co-hosts Beth Looney and Amy Conway reflect on 55 years of combined experience in people management and human resources. Join the ladies as they dive headfirst into some of the craziest stories they've encountered while managing thousands of employees over the years. Think you can handle hearing about ag…

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The CFO's HR Rollercoaster: Navigating Nightmares & Triumphs with Chris Capone 53:47

2+ y ago53:47

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When a business does not have an “HR” person it often falls to the CFO. Why does that happen? Why is it a possible nightmare? Chris Capone, Fractional CFO guru, and CEO of Capone and Associates are here to share! He is joined by our host, Lisa Leath, and co-host Beth Looney. From early exposure to executive financial management at 23 to now owning …

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Revolutionizing Healthcare: A CEO's Mission to Make Wellness Accessible 38:10

2+ y ago38:10

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This week, Sara Auld, CEO of Upper and Health Possible joins host, Lisa Leath and co-host, Andy Almeter to talk about how she is shaking up the healthcare space. Sara created Upper, an easy-to-use and accessible marketplace for holistic and natural practitioners as an alternative to traditional healthcare treatment and medicine. We want our employe…

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Behind the Scenes of Music and Media Production: A Conversation with Beau Gunn 44:57

2+ y ago44:57

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Ever wondered what it would be like to work with artists? Or have a dream of working in music and having multiple media production businesses? Well, no need to guess what it would be like; Beau Gunn joins us for this week’s episode of HR Nightmares to share his story. From a radio internship in college to the VP of Local Daily Media, which operates…

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H-1B Visas: Business Immigration Attorney Shares What You Need to Know 47:30

2+ y ago47:30

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As a business owner, you might be ready to open your talent pool to fill specific roles in your company. The H-1B visa is a popular and beneficial option for bringing skilled foreign workers to the US. However, the visa process can be complex, and navigating the various requirements and regulations can be overwhelming. Have no fear! This week, Rebe…

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Every Colonel Needs a Sergeant 54:19

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This week, we’re diving straight into an advice-dense episode filled with Colonel Rob Campbell of Rob Campbell Leadership. HR Nightmares host, Lisa Leath, and guest co-host Graham Elmore are joined behind the mics with the big guy himself, Rob. Rob is an army vet of 27 years, turned author, keynote speaker, executive leadership coach, and most rece…

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Taking DEI Out of Boxes 41:35

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This week, HR Nightmares host, Lisa Leath is joined by guest co-host Graham Elmore, Director of People and Culture with Vantaca. They are joined by our special guest Caroline King, Founder of Bright Star Diversity. After 17 years working in business strategy for the corporate world, Caroline decided she wanted to help businesses fill the gap that s…

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Searching for Top Talent? Put Your Marketing Hat On 46:45

3y ago46:45

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This week, Alexis Hunter, the Community Liaison of Wilmington Heath, joins Lisa Leath, Chief of People of Vantaca, and Andy Almeter, President of Leath HR Group. Alexis shared how her Public Relations degree paired with her experience as a Practice Manager (who wore the hat of HR, Marketing, PR, and Operations), has helped her in her current role -…

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S2: New Year, Do Better: Highlight Reel from Season 1 53:47

3y ago53:47

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We’re back in action with Season 2 of HR Nightmares! If you are new to our podcast, HR Nightmares is a podcast by human-centric HR professionals with 20+ experience. Instead of writing ‘that book’ of all the crazy stories HR people say we are going to write, we decided it would be more fun to talk around microphones with other leaders across indust…

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Your HR Expert Help Line 51:22

3y ago51:22

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We wrap up season 1 of HR Nightmares with the OG ladies: Lisa Leath, Beth Looney, and Amy Conway. This week’s episode is all about our listeners and their questions. The ladies dive into questions ranging from company assets VS personal assets, mental illness, inappropriate décor on personal items in the workplace, personal information leaks to the…

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No Shuckin’ Around: Get Service Employees to Stay 45:15

3y ago45:15

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It’s time to bring out the holiday sweaters and spread some cheer! Jonathan Weathington, CEO of Shuckin’ Shack, joins Amy Conway, Beth Looney, and Lisa Leath on this special episode of HR Nightmares. Shuckin’ Shack is a Wilmington, NC, restaurant and bar that has expanded to 17 locations across different states with over 600 employees. We’re here t…

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Help! Call a Lawyer! 42:29

3y ago42:29

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You had questions specifically for an employment law attorney, so we brought one on the pod. Will Oden, Employment Law Attorney with Ward and Smith joins Lisa Leath, Amy Conway, and Gabrielle Plumez for this week’s episode. Will shares his insights as an attorney and helps the ladies walk through each write-in submitted from our listeners in Califo…

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Should Offshore Software + Technology Scare People? 52:22

3y ago52:22

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How does the future of software look? More talk about keeping software jobs onshore! Wayne Hippo, Managing Partner of PS Solutions joins HR Nightmares hosts, Lisa Leath, Chief of People of Vantaca, and Amy Conway, Sr. HR Consultant of Leath HR Group to discuss the power of keeping our jobs onshore (software and IT especially). The group also dives …

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Take the Meat and Leave The Bones 48:11

3y ago48:11

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This week on HR Nightmares, Chakema Clinton-Quintana, VP- Inclusive Small Business at Live Oak Bank joins HR Nightmares hosts, Amy Conway, Leath HR Group, and Lisa Leath, Vantaca. The ladies discuss how a fairly new small business resource center, Channel, powered by Live Oak Bank helps connects small businesses to the Wilmington community. Chakema…

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Cybersecurity is an HR Nightmare all people leaders need to talk about 45:56

3y ago45:56

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Challenges and Wins for a Workplace on a Budget 43:26

3y ago43:26

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Director of The Harrelson Center, Meade Van Pelt, joins Lisa Leath and Andy Almeter for an episode that dives into the world of running a non-profit. The Harrelson Center is a modeled-after hub that provides opportunities and shared resources to other non-profit organizations. In this episode, Meade shares the creativity and innovation that goes in…

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File 15: Termination of Agents 1:26:43

3y ago1:26:43

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What will happen to our agents? Welcome To Delta Green-SCP Files, a live play Delta Green podcast. Join us as we investigate SCP files. So many amazing stories to share. Come Chat with us and keep up to date on all our content at: Discord: https://discord.gg/UTaaFQ7C6q Email: [email protected] National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-82…

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Creating Strong Employer Brand Through Video 45:09

3+ y ago45:09

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The Queen Bees of Honey Head Films, Erika Arlee and Kristi Ray took a break from filming and joined Leath HR Group behind the mics. Ever wanted to share your business story but wasn’t sure how to start? Are you trying to recruit great talent with no online presence? #HRNightmare. This is your sign to get online. This episode breaks down the importa…