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Rethink HR

Are you a Human Resources professional looking to increase employee engagement? How do I deliver more strategic HR work? What is the employee experience and how can it help me at work? And the biggest question of all, how can I do work that matters? These are just some of the big questions that leading HR strategist, Melissa Anzman, digs into on the Rethink HR podcast. In addition to HR best practices and step-by-step guides, each episode is designed to for you to take immediate action. Melissa’s specialty is sharing exactly what works and how you can implement it. Are you asking, how can I reduce turnover? Not sure where to start with HR metrics? Want to retain your top talent? Are your employee communications making an impact? Want to up-level your leadership skills? Find out more at bettHR.com.

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    Ep 32 - Starting with HR Metrics: Recruiting

    In today's episode, we get started with HR metrics specifically which metrics to start with, within Talent Acquisition or Recruiting. We're starting here because this is where employees start their journey with us and we likely have easy access to data through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Get full show notes and more information here: RethinkHRPodcast.com/32

  2. 36

    Ep 31 - Your First HR Metrics

    In today’s episode, learn how to get started with your first HR metric, even if you're not a numbers person or aren't sure if this whole "metrics thing" is for you. By asking these four questions, you'll be able to identify exactly where to start with your first HR metric. Get full show notes and more information here: RethinkHRPodcast.com/31

  3. 35

    Ep 30 - Coaching for the Employee Experience

    In today’s episode, it's taking the leadership lessons from previous episodes about how to use your leadership to positively influence your team's employee experience. To do that, it's how to be a coach by creating conversations that enhance discussion using the techniques shared this episode. Get full show notes and more information here: RethinkHRPodcast.com/30

  4. 34

    Ep 29 - Leader's Communication Cadence Calendar

    In today’s episode, we discuss how your leadership style is critical to the success of your overall employee experience. You'll learn all about "gravity issues," how to create your own leadership blueprint, and setting the ideal communication cadence calendar to ensure ongoing dialogue with your team. Get full show notes and more information here: RethinkHRPodcast.com/29

  5. 33

    Ep 25 - Creating a People First Culture

    In today’s episode, I share four tips on how to become a people-first culture, even if you're not sure you're able to influence your entire company's culture. It starts with deciding what people-first means, if your company actually aligns with being people-first (and what to do if it doesn't), and how to build into your HR world, employee first thinking and actions. Get full show notes and more information here: RethinkHRPodcast.com/25

  6. 32

    Tis' The Medicard Season

    In this show Barron talks about Medicare, healthcare and open enrollment. We discuss strategies to help you get the most out of your benefits.

  7. 31

    Money and Relationships

    Money and relationships. At times they can feel a bit like oil and water. What steps can you take to avoid chaos and stress when it comes to discussing and managing finances?

  8. 30

    Don’t Fall for Financial Myths

    Many people have come across financial myths, whether they’re about a current financial situation or something more general like Social Security, Medicare, or retirement. This episode will help listeners cut through the noise and separate myth from reality.

  9. 29

    Retirement Strategy After a Divorce

    During this show, we’ll be discussing developing a strategy for retirement after a divorce. Divorce is a reality for millions of Americans, and there are steps you can take that could make a big difference when it comes to your financial well-being.

  10. 28

    COVID-19 financial strategies

    While dealing with the COVID-19 economy, you may be able to stabilize your finances by setting clear financial goals, setting priorities and more.

  11. 27

    Retirement Strategy After a Divorce

    During this show, we’ll be discussing developing a strategy for retirement after a divorce. Divorce is a reality for millions of Americans, and there are steps you can take that could make a big difference when it comes to your financial well-being.

  12. 26

    Know Where Your Money Is and Make it Work For You

    In today's show Bill talks about what you might have in your investments and knowing what it's doing for your portfolio. He breaks down creating retirement savings and income.

  13. 25

    What You Should Know About Life Insurance

    During this episode, we’ll discuss some of the critical things that life insurance beneficiaries should know, including what happens if a policy has lapsed and when you can expect to receive your payout. Additionally, we discuss some of the pros and cons of both permanent and term life insurance.

  14. 24

    Working With an Advisor, What to Expect

    Do you ever feel like you need a guide to help navigate your retirement? Retirement can be scary, but it doesn't have to be! Listen in to learn more about creating a RELIABLE and LONG-TERM retirement and download your COMPLIMENTARY Retirement Income Toolkit.

  15. 23

    Don't Let Divorce Derail Your Retirement

    Do you ever feel like you need a guide to help navigate your retirement? Retirement can be scary, but it doesn't have to be! Listen in to learn more about creating a RELIABLE and LONG-TERM retirement and download your COMPLIMENTARY Retirement Income Toolkit.

  16. 22

    What You Need to Know About Annuities-Part 3

    During this episode, we’ll be taking a close look at annuities to learn how to determine if they may fit your overall financial strategy. While an annuity may be able to provide lifetime income, there’s plenty of nuance, as well as pros and cons.

  17. 21

    Mastering the Last Five Years

    During our episode today, we’re going to discuss specific steps you can take in each of the last five years before retirement to better position yourself to enjoy the rewarding retirement you’ve worked so hard towards.

  18. 20

    Mastering the Last Five Years

    During our episode today, we’re going to discuss specific steps you can take in each of the last five years before retirement to help better position yourself to enjoy the rewarding and comfortable retirement you’ve always wanted.

  19. 19

    Pensions. Should you Take a Lump Sum Payment?

    If you are fortunate enough to have a defined benefit pension, you will likely be given the opportunity to take a lump sum payment at some point in your retirement. What are the things you should consider? What are the benefits and challenges that come with a lump sum payment? This episode examines some things you may want to keep in mind.

  20. 18

    Personal Loans and Credit Cards

    What are the differences between personal loans and credit cards? Are there advantages, disadvantages?

  21. 17

    Preparing for Retirement When You’re Single

    During today’s show, we’ll be discussing what you need to do to prepare for retirement if you’re single. Much of the marketing around retirement planning focuses on couples, but single people have their own unique financial, healthcare, and personal needs when it comes to retirement.

  22. 16

    How to Stay Healthy and Enjoy Retirement

    When you’re planning for retirement, it can be easy to think of your retirement date as the ultimate goal. But the reality is, your plan should address your retirement lifestyle. After all, your retirement could last 20 or 30 years, so you should have a strategy for things like your health and fitness, socialization and travel. A comprehensive strategy can better position you to enjoy the kind of retirement you’ve always wanted.

  23. 15

    IRA Distributions and the State of the Market

    In this episode Bill welcomes special guest Bill Altman Sr. They discuss tips on IRA distributions in retirement and the current state of the market.

  24. 14

    Three Unexpected Retirement Costs

    Breaking down three costly issues you might not be planning for in retirement.

  25. 13

    Ep 18 - Creating Real Culture Change

    In today’s episode, we talk about using this unique moment, to create real culture change at your company using the Employee Experience Framework. It's our opportunity in HR to create a culture that is safe for all of our employees, while also making sure our stated culture matches exactly how our employee experience our culture on a daily basis.  Get full show notes and more information here: RethinkHRPodcast.com/18

  26. 12

    Ep 9 - The Employee Experience Framework

    In today’s episode, I walk through the four components of the Employee Experience Framework for you to review before each new HR project, campaign, activity, or message. Easy to implement and drives an ROI on your HR work. Get full show notes and more information here: https://RethinkHRPodcast.com/9

  27. 11

    Ep 8 - How to HR Remotely

    In today’s episode, I share three strategies about how to be an effective HR partner while working remotely. And don't miss the engagement versus experience mini-rant.  Get full show notes and more information here: https://RethinkHRPodcast.com/8

  28. 10

    Ep 7 - HR and Our Vendors

    In today’s episode, I share three considerations and revised (or renewed) expectations when it comes to how we partner with our vendors in HR, with a hint about how to make the right investments to show a positive ROI.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://RethinkHRPodcast.com/7

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Are you a Human Resources professional looking to increase employee engagement? How do I deliver more strategic HR work? What is the employee experience and how can it help me at work? And the biggest question of all, how can I do work that matters? These are just some of the big questions that leading HR strategist, Melissa Anzman, digs into on the Rethink HR podcast. In addition to HR best practices and step-by-step guides, each episode is designed to for you to take immediate action. Melissa’s specialty is sharing exactly what works and how you can implement it. Are you asking, how can I reduce turnover? Not sure where to start with HR metrics? Want to retain your top talent? Are your employee communications making an impact? Want to up-level your leadership skills? Find out more at bettHR.com.

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