The Human Side of Business Podcast

In this episode, Louisa Meehan is joined by Rosanne Edger, senior HR professional and founder of Rosanne Edger HR Consulting.Louisa and Rosanne discuss the reality of grievances, disciplinaries, difficult conversations, and why policies only matter if they actually work in practice. They talk about what happens when performance issues turn into complaints, why managers need support before things escalate, and the importance of staying open-minded when there are always two sides to a story.This is a practical conversation about the messy, human side of HR: difficult employees, stretched managers, process mistakes, open-plan office complaints, and the moments where experience really matters.===============Guest: Rosanne EdgerEdger HR ConsultingRosanne is a senior HR professional with over 20 years of experience across a wide range of sectors, including professional services, retail, manufacturing, technology, life sciences, sales and charities.Having operated at an HR director level, Rosanne has a strong track record in HR leadership, strategy setting, support, guidance, and project delivery. Having helped both startups and established businesses strengthen their people strategies and mitigate risk, she has an excellent commercial understanding with the ability to marry the HR and business agenda.===============Host: Louisa MeehanWoodview HRMwww.woodviewhrm.comwww.thehumansideofbusiness.com===============🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversations from the trenches of people management===============#TheHumanSideOfBusinessPodcast #WoodviewHRM #WorkplaceRealities#HRInsights #ManagingPeople

In this episode of The Human Side of Business, Louisa Meehan (Woodview HRM) is joined by Deirdre Murray, Founder and Director of People Resources and a Master Executive Coach, to talk about career transitions, confidence, and what leadership growth really looks like in the modern workplace.Most careers are no longer a straight line. People plateau, lose confidence, or feel stuck - and with AI changing how we work, many professionals are asking “what next?” Deirdre shares practical, grounded advice on career coaching, identifying strengths, understanding values, and making a transition without “falling off a cliff”.They also explore why psychological safety and empathy matter more than ever, how leaders can give feedback in a way that supports growth, and how small, consistent learning can open new opportunities at any stage of your career.In this episode, we cover:👉 What career coaching is (and when it helps most)👉 How to identify strengths, values, and what you truly enjoy👉 Making a career change without sacrificing financial stability👉 The role of education, upskilling, and lifelong learning👉 Transitional skills and how to communicate your value in interviews👉 Why empathy and psychological safety are essential leadership qualities👉 How to give feedback that helps people improve (without defensiveness)===============Guest: Deirdre MurrayFounder and Director, People ResourcesDeirdre is the Founder and Director of People Resources and a Master Executive Coach with over 25 years’ experience working with senior leaders and teams across global companies, SMEs, and public sector bodies. She specialises in leadership development, team coaching, and change programmes, drawing on deep expertise in neuroscience, resilience, and positive psychology. Deirdre is also a former Adjunct Faculty member at UCD Smurfit Business School, a regular speaker, and co-author of “Emotional Intelligence - A Leadership Imperative!” as well as “Communicate with Impact!”. Her work focuses on helping leaders and teams perform at their very best.===============Host: Louisa MeehanWoodview HRMwww.woodviewhrm.comwww.thehumansideofbusiness.com🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversations from the trenches of people management.#TheHumanSideOfBusiness #CareerTransitions #CareerCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #PsychologicalSafety #PeopleManagement #WoodviewHRM

What does leadership look like when women are fully supported to succeed?In Episode 3 of The Human Side of Business Podcast, Louisa Meehan speaks with Dawn Leane, Founder and CEO of Leane Leaders, about confidence, resilience, and what it takes for women to thrive in leadership roles.Drawing on her work in leadership training, executive coaching, mentoring, and consultancy, Dawn shares insights into:👉 Building confidence and influence at work👉 Developing resilience in challenging environments👉 Strategic networking and negotiation👉 Creating a professional brand that supports career growth👉 How organisations can better support female leadershipAs Chief Learning and Development Officer at Advancia, Dawn works closely with organisations committed to increasing female leadership and driving long-term cultural change.This episode is for women navigating leadership, managers supporting diverse teams, and organisations serious about developing inclusive, high-performing workplaces.🎙 The Human Side of Business Podcast explores the people behind leadership decisions - where ambition, identity, and impact meet.

What happens after you build a successful business?In this episode of The Human Side of Business Podcast, Louisa Meehan speaks with Damian Connolly about business exit strategies, financial planning, and succession - and why too many founders leave these conversations too late.Together, they explore:How business owners can plan a successful exitThe role of financial planning in protecting long-term wealthSuccession strategies for founders, families, and leadership teamsCommon mistakes that reduce business value at exitThe emotional and identity challenges of stepping awayHow to think about legacy, not just valuationThis episode is a must-listen for founders and business owners who want to make informed decisions about their future - without sacrificing what they’ve spent years building.The Human Side of Business Podcast looks at leadership through a human lens - where strategy, money, and people intersect.🎙️ Ideal for business owners, founders, and leaders planning their next chapter.🔗 www.thehumansideofbusinesspodcast.com | www.woodviewhrm.com👉 Subscribe for honest conversations about leadership, people, money, and the real decisions behind running a business.

What does it really take to build a workplace where people and performance thrive?In the debut episode of The Human Side of Business Podcast, host Louisa Meehan welcomes Farzana Maudarbaccus, a Chartered Work and Organisational Psychologist, to explore leadership, wellbeing, and the psychology behind high-performing teams.With almost two decades of experience across public, private, and non-profit organisations, Farzana shares practical, evidence-based insights into:👉 Leadership development and emotional intelligence👉 Workplace wellbeing that actually works👉 Building trust, connection, and resilience in teams👉 Using psychometric assessments to support better people decisions👉 Why self-awareness is critical for leaders at every levelOriginally from Mauritius and now based in Ireland, Farzana is also a TEDx speaker known for her work on resilience, adaptability, and neuroplasticity. Her calm, compassionate approach helps leaders create healthier, more engaged workplaces.The Human Side of Business Podcast brings honest conversations about the realities of managing people beyond theory, trends, and corporate clichés.🎙️ Ideal for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone interested in the human dynamics of work.