HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
John Thalheimer, MS Org Leadership and Chuck Simikian, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Welcome to the HR Stories Podcast - where there is a lesson in every story. Our Storytellers - John Thalheimer and Chuck Simikian, the Team behind HR Stories, share real-life tales about where a business made a preventable mistake. At The HR Stories Podcast, the STORIES are the teaching tool! LISTEN to the stories of those who did not heed the warning signs. LEARN from their mistakes. ACT on best practices shared by our hosts and guests. Each year, our hosts, Chuck Simikian and John Thalheimer, deliver thousands of live seminars around the country to business owners, executives, and HR professionals discussing the fundamentals of Human Resources, Leadership best practices, and legal risk reduction activities for organizations.
Each HR Story episode shares a story of where a company missed the mark, what went wrong, and how you can avoid their fate. As the Team at HR Stories, John and Chuck continue to develop and provide resources to help HR leaders, business owners, and organizations with the confidence they need to successfully handle employee issues and build strong employee practices to comply with employment laws. Both successful entrepreneurs help businesses through HR consulting, training, and coaching leaders. They have coached and trained thousands of HR Professionals, Business Owners, and Leaders to prepare them for the future.
John is the Founding Director of True Star LeadershipTM, which focuses on helping managers and leaders learn performance management principles. Chuck is the Founding Partner of Alliance HR Partners, which provides HR consulting and training to businesses nationwide. Together, they have over 40 years of experience navigating the challenges of HR and recently published their book, The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklist Edition. Go to https://ultimateguidetohr.com/ for more information, download a free sample, and watch their webinar on the Secret Power Behind Successful Businesses.
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Conducting Sexual Harassment Investigations
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
04/12/22 • 60 min
An employee walks into your office and makes a complaint of sexual harassment. You know you need to do something. Your next move is to…. Well, what is your next move? What do you do?
The next words out of your mouth…the next steps that you take….can determine if you will be paying hefty fines and tangling with the EEOC, as well as have an employee relations nightmare situation. You might think you know what to do, but do you know exactly what you need to do.
A Prompt, Through, and Impartial investigation needs to take place. This Podcast episode will go over the sexual harassment investigation process, best practices, examples, and real case scenarios.
This special edition of the HR Stories Podcast is brought to you by www.GetHRHelpNow.com - you are never alone....we can help!
The story of the Accidental Wage Thief Steals Cook Pay
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
09/03/20 • 24 min
The Case of the Accidental Wage Theft: Who stole the Cooks pay?
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
09/03/20 • 24 min
Rudolph and Kringle Inc.- Unwrapping HR Lessons at the North Pole
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
12/19/23 • 38 min
In this special holiday edition of the HR Stories Podcast, join John and Chuck as they delve into the enchanting yet enlightening tale of Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer. This episode offers a whimsical exploration of serious HR topics, including workplace discrimination, ADA implications, and the responsibilities of management in fostering an inclusive environment. Through the story of Rudolf's unique challenges at Santa's workshop, listeners will uncover the nuances of employment law and the importance of proactive HR practices. This episode promises not only a festive journey but also valuable insights for HR professionals, all wrapped up in the magic of the holiday season.
In the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more:
- Updates on minimum exempt salary level will come in April from the EEOC. More at https://www.reginfo.gov/public/
- Pregnant Workers Fairness Act info from the EEOC coming in January
- Why people are leaving their jobs
- AI skills becoming required in the work field and how to apply AI to HR in a helpful way
Our new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE! Go to UltimateGuidetoHR.com to Get HR Right: and Avoid Costly Mistakes. Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.
You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast
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Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at [email protected] for suggestions and inquiries.
The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.
When Audits Come Knocking - Start 2025 On The Right Foot
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
12/31/24 • 40 min
The new year is upon us and with it comes an opportunity for a fresh start. Start your 2025 off right with an audit of the top-ten issues that the team has encountered when working with HR Teams. Proactive work on these areas can prevent major headaches later in the year. From I-9 pitfalls (likely important in 2025) to employee handbook updates, you won’t want to start 2025 without listening to this episode.
Join Chuck and John for a rundown of how to check for these 10 biggest I-9 mistakes in your workplace:
- Using an outdated version of the I-9 form.
- Failing to complete the employer section of the form.
- Omitting the employee’s start date.
- Incomplete or incorrect employee information.
- Keeping I-9 forms in employee files instead of a separate location.
- Collecting the wrong combination of documents.
- Using an old form with outdated lists of valid documentation.
- Missing forms for some employees.
- Enrolling in E-Verify but failing to create cases for new hires.
- Collecting too many supporting documents.
Our new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE! Go to UltimateGuidetoHR.com to Get HR Right: and Avoid Costly Mistakes. Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.
You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast
Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!
Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at [email protected] for suggestions and inquiries.
The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.
Common Payroll Mistakes Small Businesses Make
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
03/12/22 • 43 min
HR Stories Podcast hosted a monthly Lunch and Learn for our HR Team of One Facebook group. We told stories about the top 5 common mistakes small businesses are making.
Price Check at Kroger on New Uniforms Logo and Religious Accommodations
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
12/28/22 • 55 min
New uniforms and rebranding can be a fun and exciting time at a company. That, unfortunately, was not the case at Kroger grocery stores. When a couple of employees said that a new logo was representative of something they couldn't support for religious reasons, a disagreement between employer and employee ensued. On today's episode, Chuck and John try to break the situation down discuss a wide range of topics. What should the role of a company be when introducing new branding? Can the way you communicate these changes impact the way employees receive them? How far does accommodation go and what role does consistency play? This episode is sure to spur some strong feeling on either side of the issue.
Chuck and John also discuss current HR issues including building rapport as an auditor, questions we should avoid when interviewing, and how to HR without an HR department. If you find yourself wondering how to HR without HR, download our guide here.
Our new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE! Go to UltimateGuidetoHR.com to Get HR Right: and Avoid Costly Mistakes. Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.
You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast
Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!
Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at [email protected] for suggestions and inquiries.
The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.
Nurses - employees or not? A story about Classifications.
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
12/11/22 • 45 min
At Steadfast Medical Staffing, a group of nurses filed complaints with the Department of Labor that kicked off an investigation into the classification of employees. The investigation will take the listeners on a journey through checkpoint after checkpoint that companies should consider. Who classifies as an independent contractor? Who classifies as an employee? Through this HR story, Chuck and John will break down the different checkpoints that the Department of Labor look at in these situations to determine if employees are being classified correctly.
Chuck and John also discuss current HR issues including - the Department of Labor increasing the salary basis for exempt employees, the Fair Labor Standards Act, and fair pay.
Our new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE! Go to UltimateGuidetoHR.com to Get HR Right: and Avoid Costly Mistakes. Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.
You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast
Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!
Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at [email protected] for suggestions and inquiries.
The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.
Workplace Romances. Is Love in the Air at your Workplace?
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
02/14/23 • 54 min
It’s the start of so many rom coms - two co-workers working long hours together, having lunch together in the break room, and catching the same elevator up to the office each morning. Then, before you know it, they’re more than co-workers.
Romantic relationships in the workplace are almost unavoidable but navigating them from an HR perspective can be tricky. In today’s episode, Chuck and John talk about relationships in the workplace and how you can best protect the company and workplace from unwanted, uncomfortable, and sometimes illegal situations.
They also discuss an update issued by the US Department of Labor regarding the FLSA protections for nursing mothers and the importance of emotional intelligence.
Our new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE! Go to UltimateGuidetoHR.com to Get HR Right: and Avoid Costly Mistakes. Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.
You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast
Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!
Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at [email protected] for suggestions and inquiries.
The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.
Season 2 Preview - Court Cases that Changed HR - Launching 4-15-2021
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!
04/14/21 • 9 min
We are excited to announce that the recording for Season Two of HR Stories Podcast is underway. This season we are focusing on the legal cases(stories) that changed Human Resources.
Beth was a teenage Lifeguard trying to make money and go to college. Michelle was excited to land a great job as a Bank Teller in her hometown. Kimberly was fresh out of college, recently married, and had landed a prized marketing job with a major company in their Chicago office.
But they all ended up going to the Supreme Court changing HR forever. These and more stories are the focus for HR Stories Podcast - Season 2 - launching 4-15-2021. Come join us!
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How many episodes does HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story! have?
HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story! currently has 133 episodes available.
What topics does HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story! cover?
The podcast is about News, Management, Business News, Legal, Podcasts, Employment Law, Human Resources and Business.
What is the most popular episode on HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!?
The episode title 'The Story of the Gridlock Buster and a Job Posting Not Followed' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!?
The average episode length on HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story! is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story! released?
Episodes of HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story! are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story!?
The first episode of HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story! was released on Aug 25, 2020.
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