Overlooking the influence of alcohol in the workplace and its intricate connection with mental health and corporate culture happens often. With the help of expert insights from Dr. Jared Pelo, a physician, executive, and entrepreneur, we delve into the complex relationship between these factors and their impact on our overall well-being. Alcohol and Work Culture:…
Join me as I chat with Carly and Ian Blessing, founders of the alcohol-free brand “All the Bitter.” They share their candid journey from struggling with alcohol use disorder to launching their innovative brand in the cocktail scene. We explore their experiences working at the French Laundry, how they navigated their path to sobriety, and…
As a host, I’ve had the privilege of discussing many bold and brave stories. Still, this conversation with Jessica Winder, the senior vice president of people at Refine Labs and founder of Hidden Gem Career Coaching, truly resonates deeply. Brace yourselves as Jessica unearths her personal confrontation with alcohol addiction, an unspoken secret in her…
Ever wondered about the deep-rooted intersection of alcohol science and corporate culture? In this inaugural episode, I welcome Dr. Jared Pelo, a physician, executive, and entrepreneur who takes us on an insightful journey through the uncharted territories of corporate drinking and its impact on health. His experiences, including an acquisition by Microsoft, have honed his…
Are you trapped in a toxic work environment? Feeling trapped in a toxic work environment can be draining and challenging. Such an environment is often marked by unrealistic demands, poor communication, favoritism, harassment, unhealthy competition, and limited growth opportunities. These issues can create a damaging atmosphere, leading to burnout, anxiety, depression, and even physical health…
Perhaps I’m an outlier, but I’ve never loved a job like another human being. From the outset, I saw capitalism as a pyramid scheme and believed that work is for suckers. How can you genuinely love a job designed to make someone else rich? Instead of pouring my emotions into a corporate career, I invested…
Hello friends! With nearly 30 years in the HR space and a deep-rooted passion for people and their work, I’ve witnessed firsthand how the field has evolved and adapted. I’ve been there in the trenches with you, navigating every challenge that comes with this dynamic profession. I’ve also been on the other side of the…
In a post-COVID workscape, we must continue to expand our understanding of education. Traditional university degrees have historically been the gold standard for preparing young minds for the workforce. But a growing narrative emphasizes skills-based learning as a more practical, immediate solution to the demands of an ever-changing job market. It has, unfortunately, bred the…
My guests on this episode of Punk Rock HR are both from Betterworks: Andrea Couto, head of solutions engineering and sales readiness, and Harini Sridharan, head of product marketing. We discuss the evolution of performance management into performance enablement, why small businesses can experiment with performance enablement, the role of people analytics in performance and…
Here’s the latest scoop on my journey: I am piecing together my ‘Corporate Drinker’ podcast, comprised of over two dozen insightful interviews. It drops on July 16th. Simultaneously, I am wrapping up the sample chapter I intend to submit to my publisher. I wanted to complete this by July 4th, but I’m behind schedule. This…
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