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It's another week, Besties.

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HR Besties
March 27, 2024

This episode is sponsored by SixFifty. If you’re in HR and searching “I need a time off policy that’s compliant in California, South Carolina and Alaska that’s automatically updated for me,” then it’s time to check out sixfifty.com/besties.

TGIW! (Ashley, please stop trying to make that a thing).

Well, we hope that we brighten up your Wednesdays. Because in this week’s episode:

  • Intro Story: Leigh unveils her most embarrassing story - that her former co-workers definitely still talk about (and what temperature would you guess car washes are?)

  • Corporate Cringe Speak: Ahem, ahem. “Executive presence.” (Why we don’t love that… and what to say instead)

  • Office Gossip: Why personal and professional gossip can be hurtful (No, it’s none of your business if they’re on Ozempic).

  • Questions & Comments: TANTRIC SUCCESS (If that doesn’t get your attention, our new domain sure will).

Corporate Discussion Points (Your weekly team meeting “podcast club” guide):

  • “Executive presence” often includes traits traditionally associated with certain demographics. Do you think our teams feel like they have to adopt certain leadership styles?

  • How can we give more team members opportunities to present, including helping them prepare and feel confident in presenting?

  • What proactive steps can we take to minimize gossip at work? How can we create an environment where appropriate and direct communication is encouraged, instead of behind-the-back talks?

  • “Tantric Success”: How can we show long-tenured colleagues we value them? How can these principles improve our approach to talent management and leadership development?

We love hearing how your team incorporates these questions into your meetings!

Join us on Friday morning for our Happy Hour episode. And if you want to see us in person, we’ll be in San Antonio for our “HR Besties” Happy Hour next Friday, April 5. See details here!

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