The HR Power Hour

07/05/2024

Pressure is something that we all experience both at work and at home. Getting to a point where you are not only able to appropriately manage pressure, but also to embrace it, is key to high performing in your personal and professional life.

In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks with James Cluskey, former professional tennis player turned executive coach and founder of Give Learn as they discuss the necessity of community in embracing pressure and how to view performance to help you become a high performer.

https://conta.cc/4bu7d35

06/27/2024

Your employees bring their emotions to work every day. What’s going on at home, the dynamics of their teams, relationships with their managers, and their health and the health of the work culture.

In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Chief Innovation Officer and new Author, JD Pincus, his first book: The Emotionally Agile Brain; Mastering the 12 Emotional Needs That Drive Us.

The book builds on the AgileBrain assessment which works to support employee positive change and taps into the power of emotional insight to drive positive personal growth, improved team dynamics, healthier cultures, and deeper business insights.

Episode Topic Your employees bring their emotions to work every day. What’s going on at home, the dynamics of their teams, relationships with their managers, and their health and the health of the wor

06/20/2024

Severance Agreements are tools often used by companies when ending a relationship with an employee.

A separation agreement may be used to assist the employee in landing on their feet or because the company recognizes that there could be some risks related to the termination or because that’s just how the company has always operated.

Regardless of the reason why a company chooses to offer a separating employee a severance agreement, understanding the terms that should be included in such an agreement and what rights or responsibilities those terms create is important.

On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Erik Peters, a Partner in Verrill’s Labor and Employment practice group about the use of severance agreements and the terms that are often included within them.

Episode Topic Severance Agreements are tools often used by companies when ending a relationship with an employee. A separation agreement may be used to assist the employee in landing on their feet or

06/12/2024

Have your ever reflected as a leader, manager, or HR professional and asked yourself “Am I part of the problem?” Managers and leaders need to understand that 1. Your personality annoys us, 2. Common sense isn’t common, and 3. You suck at communicating.

In this segment, host David Ciullo and national speaker and author Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady® discuss the things leaders should know to get stuff done! This is honest, authentic, and direct conversation that will help to make you a better professional and human in life and at work.

Episode Topic Have your ever reflected as a leader, manager, or HR professional and asked yourself “Am I part of the problem?” Managers and leaders need to understand that 1. Your personality annoys u

06/06/2024

If you were an anthropologist studying your work environment, what would you learn? What is your organization’s culture? How do you create belonging within the organization?

What is the lingo, or language, of the work environment that new hires may have difficulty understanding or integrating into? Do you use mentors and what are those mentors’ role within the organization?

When we view an organization from a social science perspective, much is revealed about the organization itself, including aspects that can make it successful and what may be its Achilles heel.

In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez from Verrill as she talks with Andi Simon, a pioneering corporate anthropologist and author of three books, including her newest, “Women Mean Business,” about how she brings the tools of anthropology into businesses to help the organization see, feel, and think in new ways.

Episode Topic If you were an anthropologist studying your work environment, what would you learn? What is your organization’s culture? How do you create belonging within the organization? What is the

05/30/2024

Want to discover how understanding your past can supercharge your future as a business leader? Learn key insights revealing 10 powerful lessons from individuals who chose intention over default living?

Then join host David Ciullo and guest Tony Martignetti, Chief Inspiration Officer at Inspired Purpose Partners, as they unveil the secrets of intentional living in Tony's new book, "Campfire Lessons for Leaders. "Don't miss this opportunity to transform your leadership journey with practical advice and inspiring stories.

Episode Topic Want to discover how understanding your past can supercharge your future as a business leader? Learn key insights revealing 10 powerful lessons from individuals who chose intention over

05/24/2024

How do we know if our employees are doing what is right; that they are following the values that we have laid forth and operating in an ethical manner?

Are there ways that we can determine whether a potential hire will act ethically in different unknown situations? Is it important if they have a past which indicates their behavior may not fit within the ethical construct of your organization?

On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez from Verrill as she talks with Richard B. Swegan author and the founder and principal consultant of ARCH Performance about ethical leadership and the new book that he has co-authored, The Practice of Ethical Leadership – Insights from Psychology and Business in Building an Ethical Bottom Line.

Episode Topic How do we know if our employees are doing what is right; that they are following the values that we have laid forth and operating in an ethical manner? Are there ways that we can determi

05/16/2024

For decades, change—and its more sleekly packaged version, “disruption”—have been seen as essential tools for the growth of any business.

That’s a huge problem, argues Ashley Goodall in his ground-breaking new book. While shaking things up is the first thing a new leader is expected to do, and while generations of executives have been taught that change is an unalloyed good, the reality on the ground is very different.

Change isn’t always good, and it often fails to achieve what we expect it to (resulting in yet more change)—and a big part of the reason for this is that change makes it harder or people to do their jobs.

Episode Topic For decades, change—and its more sleekly packaged version, “disruption”—have been seen as essential tools for the growth of any business. That’s a huge problem, argues Ashley Goodall in

05/16/2024

For decades, change—and its more sleekly packaged version, “disruption”—have been seen as essential tools for the growth of any business.

That’s a huge problem, argues Ashley Goodall in his ground-breaking new book. While shaking things up is the first thing a new leader is expected to do, and while generations of executives have been taught that change is an unalloyed good, the reality on the ground is very different.

Change isn’t always good, and it often fails to achieve what we expect it to (resulting in yet more change)—and a big part of the reason for this is that change makes it harder or people to do their jobs.

https://conta.cc/3UFVGHz

05/09/2024

What should employers have at top of mind if the Department of Labor shows up to perform a wage and hour investigation?

Do you have to comply with their requests? What are the ramifications if you refuse to provide the documents and information that is sought?

On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Elizabeth Johnston a labor and employment attorney at Verrill, concerning best practices as to how businesses should respond if the DOL contacts an employer to perform a wage and hour investigation, including what the DOL will likely be looking for, your rights in the process, and best practices for interacting with the administrative agency.

Episode Topic What should employers have at top of mind if the Department of Labor shows up to perform a wage and hour investigation? Do you have to comply with their requests? What are the ramificati

05/02/2024

Employee engagement in American firms has hovered at around only 30 percent for decades. Leaders and Managers need to shift from abstract ideals to tangible, employee-centric practices that foster organic cultural growth and empower your teams to innovate, adapt, and outshine the competition.

That’s the value in this week’s HR Power Hour segment where host David Ciullo discusses with Drew Jones, Founding Partner at Experient and Author of the new book, The Open Culture Handbook: Learn the Five Essential Questions that will Revolutionize Your Approach to Engagement and Innovation. Don’t miss it.

Episode Topic Employee engagement in American firms has hovered at around only 30 percent for decades. Leaders and Managers need to shift from abstract ideals to tangible, employee-centric practices t

04/25/2024

SPECIAL SHOW TIMES: This show will air on Saturday, 4/27/24 at 7am AND Sunday, 4/28/24 at 10am on News Talk WLOB 1310 AM and 100.5 FM and on your favorite podcast apps.

On this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez, from Verrill as she talks with Vicky Oliver, a leading career development expert and the multi-best-selling author of five books, including 301 Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions, 301 Smart Answers to Tough Business Etiquette Questions, and Bad Bosses, Crazy Coworkers and Other Office Idiots as they discuss why women have left the workplace and ways in which employers can attract women back.

During the course of the show they will discuss the importance of compensation and flexibility in attracting and retaining top talent and data concerning the multitude of women who left the workforce following the COVID-19 pandemic.

SPECIAL SHOW TIMES: This show will air on Saturday, 4/27/24 at 7am AND Sunday, 4/28/24 at 10am on News Talk WLOB 1310 AM and 100.5 FM and on your favorite podcast apps. Episode Topic On this episode o

04/18/2024

Workplace conflict is escalating. On May 14, 2024, the new book Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict is being released as an essential resource for all employees (and their managers) who are looking for help on how to navigate frequent workplace conflicts!

In this HR Power Hour segment, host David Ciullo speaks with leadership and workplace culture experts Karin Hurt, CEO, and David Dye, President of Let’s Grow Leaders, authors of this essential guide to mater any workplace conflict with confidence and ease, have less drama, better results, and thrive at work.

Click HERE for a FREE DOWNLOAD - https://letsgrowleaders.com/conflict-phrases-book/

https://conta.cc/444718x

Episode Topic Workplace conflict is escalating. On May 14, 2024, the new book Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict is being released as an essential resource for all employees (and the

04/11/2024

Get ready to empower your future! As retirement trends shift, it's time to seize control of your financial wellbeing. Join David Ciullo on the HR Power Hour for an eye-opening discussion with Tom Wright, Founder and President of Turning65workshop.com, as we delve into the essentials of F**A and decode its impact on your financial journey, no matter your age.

From navigating Social Security to maximizing Medicare benefits, employees, HR professionals, and Employers, need to tune in.

https://conta.cc/3VUA6kH

Episode Topic Get ready to empower your future! As retirement trends shift, it's time to seize control of your financial wellbeing. Join David Ciullo on the HR Power Hour for an eye-opening discussion

03/27/2024

Being a low wage earner and living in poverty do not always go hand-in-hand and understanding the challenges that may lead employees to be working, but also living in poverty, are important to help those employees to break down barriers that stand in the way of their progression out of poverty—an ultimately become more productive employees.

On this episode of HR Power Hour join host Tawny Alvarez as she talks about addressing in-work poverty with Linda Riddell, MS, an epidemiologist, specializing in poverty and social- economic status issues and founder of Gettin’ By a Maine Technology Institute grant-funded training that combines socioeconomic research with board game mechanics to change how players understand poverty and teach best practices for improving the livelihood and health outcomes for the individuals they serve.

During the course of the show they will discuss in-work poverty, who is most vulnerable to it, why employers should be cognizant of it, and steps employers can take to help employees progress out of poverty.

Episode Topic Being a low wage earner and living in poverty do not always go hand-in-hand and understanding the challenges that may lead employees to be working, but also living in poverty, are import

03/21/2024

Wouldn’t it be great to have a manual for personal success backed by 15 years of research and 30,000 Case Studies which teaches you the habits needed to be irreplaceable and stand out?

In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with CEO and Author, William Vanderbloemen, his book: Be the Unicorn; 12 Data-Driven Habits that Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest. William reveals how job seekers, employees, hiring managers and company leaders everywhere can stand out from their peers and become irreplaceable, building the careers they've always wanted.

Episode Topic Wouldn’t it be great to have a manual for personal success backed by 15 years of research and 30,000 Case Studies which teaches you the habits needed to be irreplaceable and stand out? I

03/14/2024

When employees and employers look at health from a holistic perspective amazing thing can happen within an organization.

On this episode of HR Power Hour join host Tawny Alvarez and Dr. Anna Marie Frank, a doctor of Traditional Naturopathy and Ph.D. in Natural Medicine, and the founder of Happy Whole You wellness centers for a dialogue about how businesses can transform employee health and corporate wellness holistically.

They will discuss how COVID has changed how many people work and how small changes in cognitive health can help employees be healthier and more productive at work.

If you followed a broken or out-of-date link, please inform the owner of the referring document. Email [email protected] to report this error or continue on the Constant Contact home page.

03/07/2024

Discover the unique story of Succession Success Lessons, where a charismatic legacy leader hands over the reins to a behind-the-scenes introvert-turned-CEO and why it worked. Explore the fascinating world of business succession with host CMA’s David Ciullo and the insightful Katie Jones, CEO of The Nimble Group, LLC, in this engaging episode.

Join us for a relaxed conversation as Katie shares the practical strategy, hard work, and mentorship crucial for a successful organizational transition. Plus, catch a glimpse of what's in store for the 2024 Maine HR Convention and Strategic HR Convention. It's an intriguing journey you won't want to miss!

https://conta.cc/3V7d3mm

02/29/2024

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are three distinct concepts. While many leaders focus on the diversity aspect of DEI, without an inclusive culture an organization will never achieve true diversity or equity.

How to lead with an emphasis on inclusivity is a trait that many leaders struggle to implement. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she speaks to Colette Phillips, President and CEO of Colette Phillips Communications, Founder and President of Get Konnected! and author of The Includers: The 7 Traits of Culturally Savvy, Anti-Racist Leaders as they discuss how to lead with a focus on inclusivity.

As Colette will discuss, the more culturally intelligent the leader, the more effectively leaders can function and create a more inclusive environment for employees.

Episode Topic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are three distinct concepts. While many leaders focus on the diversity aspect of DEI, without an inclusive culture an organization will never achieve tru

02/15/2024

Recent studies show that 31% of US healthcare costs can be directly attributed to “behaviorally influenced chronic conditions,” while 69% of costs are influenced by consumer behaviors.

These statistics hold true for your workforce. The employees who walk through your door each day are managing more than just the workload; they have families, lives outside of work, and health conditions.

Is there a way, however, that employers can commit to helping their employees understand their health conditions, embrace different treatment options and change their behaviors to positively influence chronic health conditions? The answer is yes; but it takes work.

The good news, however, is that hard work has significant returns on not just your employees’ health, but also their commitment to your organization. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez of Verrill as she speaks to Curally’s Chief Financial Officer, Jeremy Vesta, concerning addressing the hidden costs of insurance.

In this episode Tawny and Jeremy will discuss the current issues employers are faced with concerning employees with chronic health conditions, the work that Curally has undertaken to provide employers with a path to respond to these challenges, and the positive long-term effects this strategy has on both employees and employers

Episode Topic Recent studies show that 31% of US healthcare costs can be directly attributed to “behaviorally influenced chronic conditions,” while 69% of costs are influenced by consumer behaviors.

02/09/2024

Because 90% of hiring managers aren't trained on how to interview, they fall prey to their implicit bias when judging candidates and making hiring decisions. Job seekers, equally as mystified by the process, follow stale advice, memorizing rote answers that aren't true to who they are.

In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with CEO and Author, Anna Papalia, her book: Interviewology; The New Science of Interviewing. Her book along with an interview style assessment Papalia developed, will help you determine which of four different interview styles you are and how you can dramatically improve no matter which side of the interview table you are on.

Episode Topic Because 90% of hiring managers aren't trained on how to interview, they fall prey to their implicit bias when judging candidates and making hiring decisions. Job seekers, equally as myst

02/01/2024

When we view high-achieving individuals, many of us often think (or say) “what is their secret?” What is that person doing differently from so many other people in business or society who are striving to achieve goals?

While the answer is likely going to be different for everyone, there will certainly be some underlying themes. While we can focus on those themes, another important element is understanding what some of the common misconceptions are about goal obtainment and ways in which we as individuals or as coaches to team members can mindfully maneuver around snares.

In this episode of HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez as she and Carla Fowler, Founder of THAXA, a boutique executive coaching firm that leverages the best ideas from performance science to help leaders around the globe, discuss the top five fallacies of goal obtainment.

Tawny and Carla will discuss that while having a dream (or a goal) is important—more is necessary to achieve it. They will also discuss some of the tips Carla provides to executives to assist them in achieving those goals while maneuvering around common fallacies.

Episode Topic When we view high-achieving individuals, many of us often think (or say) “what is their secret?” What is that person doing differently from so many other people in business or society wh

01/25/2024

If you thought 2023 was filled with constant change in federal and state laws and that new compliance and federal and state rules and regulations were fast and furious, then you better buckle up as 2024 has arrived.

In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with attorney James Reidy, Co-Chair of the Labor and Employment Group at Sheehan Phinney, 10 Things that Keep HR Professionals Awake at Night 2024.
These include new OT exemptions, implementation of state paid leave policies, managing remote and out of state workers, retaliation claims, increased risk of Data Breaches, and much more!

Episode Topic If you thought 2023 was filled with constant change in federal and state laws and that new compliance and federal and state rules and regulations were fast and furious, then you better b

01/18/2024

In 2023, the Maine legislature passed what many have referred to as the broadest paid family medical leave in the United States. Most agree that it has been the most significant workplace policy in Maine in the last four decades.

The law creates challenges for businesses and leaves many unanswered questions for employers and employees. Join host Tawny Alvarez from Verrill as she talks with Peter Gore, Senior Government Relations Specialist, Maine Street Solutions, about the legislative process behind this bill’s enactment and what employers can expect moving forward.

For anyone who has employees in Maine—whether one or one thousand—this is a can’t miss show

Episode Topic In 2023, the Maine legislature passed what many have referred to as the broadest paid family medical leave in the United States. Most agree, that it is the most significant workplace pol

12/28/2023

“It’s no secret that our healthcare system is broken, and that people are having trouble accessing care,” says Colleen Kavanagh, who spent the first decade of her career working with hospitals to implement new technology and maximize profitability.

“But to solve this problem quickly, we’re asking the wrong questions, and we’re asking them of the wrong people.” In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo speaks with Colleen Kavanagh, CEO of SoulBeing, about Innovation in Healthcare Access: An Integrated Approach to Evidence Based Healthcare.

Learn about leveraging existing mechanisms to help your teams find healthcare services more easily and affordably. Consider an expanded view of healthcare services that incorporates all aspects of physical, mental and emotional health to provide truly integrated support, and empower your team and their families to be their healthiest, happiest selves.

Episode Topic “It’s no secret that our healthcare system is broken, and that people are having trouble accessing care,” says Colleen Kavanagh, who spent the first decade of her career working with hos

12/21/2023

Recent studies show that 31% of US healthcare costs can be directly attributed to “behaviorally influenced chronic conditions,” while 69% of costs are influenced by consumer behaviors.

These statistics hold true for your workforce. The employees who walk through your door each day are managing more than just the workload; they have families, lives outside of work, and health conditions.

Is there a way, however, that employers can commit to helping their employees understand their health conditions, embrace different treatment options and change their behaviors to positively influence chronic health conditions? The answer is yes; but it takes work.

The good news, however, is that hard work has significant returns on not just your employees’ health, but also their commitment to your organization. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez of Verrill as she speaks to Curally’s Chief Financial Officer, Jeremy Vesta, concerning addressing the hidden costs of insurance.

In this episode Tawny and Jeremy will discuss the current issues employers are faced with concerning employees with chronic health conditions, the work that Curally has undertaken to provide employers with a path to respond to these challenges, and the positive long-term effects this strategy has on both employees and employers.

Episode Topic Recent studies show that 31% of US healthcare costs can be directly attributed to “behaviorally influenced chronic conditions,” while 69% of costs are influenced by consumer behaviors.

12/14/2023

The workforce has been through unprecedented change in the last few years—Stress, disengagement, quiet quitting, and mass resignations to name a few.

So, has all the rapid change led to more workplace conflict? Is conflict wearing us all down?

At what cost?.

In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Karin Hurt, CEO, and David Dye President of Let’s Grow Leaders, The World Workplace Conflict & Collaboration Survey they conducted.

Over 5000+ full-time workers surveyed in over 45 countries and in all 50 United States. It turns out workplace conflict is becoming more of an issue everywhere you go and in fact 70% of participants report the same or more conflict over the last few years.

Workplace Study Results- l

Episode Topic The workforce has been through unprecedented change in the last few years—Stress, disengagement, quiet quitting, and mass resignations to name a few. So, has all the rapid change led to

12/07/2023

While so often we focus on the questions we cannot ask applicants during the job interview process, it’s time to flip the script and focus in on the questions we should be asking as well as how many common interview practices have damaging effects on applicants and their ability to successfully present themselves in interviews.

When looking at the process from the seat of the applicant, companies can better understand how to implement practices which will result in the right people being hired for the right position. In this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Lori Wallace, the founder of Career Ecology and a Social Innovator working to liberate heart-mindfulness within the challenging and often traumatizing job hunt as they discuss mindful interviewing and tips for Companies to identify the right people to meet human capital potential.

Episode Topic While so often we focus on the questions we cannot ask applicants during the job interview process, it’s time to flip the script and focus in on the questions we should be asking as well

11/30/2023

Have you ever wondered what makes someone convincing or why some messages persuade when others do not? Have you ever struggled with how to create a persuasive message story, or presentation? Do you want to understand how persuasion can be used to corrupt or to achieve dangerous ends?

In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with Carlos Alvarenga, Author of the new book , The Rules of Persuasion; How the World’s Greatest Communicators Convince, Inspire, Lead – and, Sometimes, Deceive exactly how persuasion works in all forms of human communication. Learn a clear and effective model you can use to put the elements and chemistry of persuasion to work for you in your personal and professional lives.

If you followed a broken or out-of-date link, please inform the owner of the referring document. Email [email protected] to report this error or continue on the Constant Contact home page.

11/22/2023

Have you ever talked on the phone with someone and then met in real life only to be surprised at what the person looked like? What does the accent of television and movie characters speak to as to a character’s personality and skillset?

How, if at all, does the accent of a prospective employee impact decision-makers in determining whether the individual is qualified for the position?

Accent bias effects how individuals process information and make decisions, both in the work environment and in life generally.

On this episode of HR Power Hour, join co-host Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Heather Hansen, Founder of Global Speech Academy and author of Unmuted as they discuss accent bias at work and steps decision-makers can take to minimize the adverse effects it has on your decision-making at work.

Episode Topic Have you ever talked on the phone with someone and then met in real life only to be surprised at what the person looked like? What does the accent of television and movie characters spea