In this episode of Nine to Thrive HR, host Cindi Koetzle chats with Carmen Amador, organizational psychologist and community lead at Oyster, about the evolving world of work. They explore the rise of fractional leadership roles, the value of flexibility, and how companies can strategically leverage part-time experts. As a bonus topic, Carmen offers a fresh perspective on women’s well-being and human centered leadership through an informed conversation on women’s menstrual cycles and alignment with work. 

Fractional, Flexible and Future-Ready: Redesigning Our Workplace

Learn The Art Of Sneaky Coaching For New Managers.The Dynamic You Tiptoe Around — And What Happens If You Stop? Sneaky Coaching Questions for Boundaries

The Dynamic You Tiptoe Around And What Happens If

In this episode, Chris Howard and LACE founder Aaron Alburey unpack the results of a global study revealing the disconnect between HR’s ambitions and its real influence in business transformation. What needs to change—and how can HR step up? Tune in to find out.


Can HR play a role in driving business transformation?

In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Supervision Matters" Podcast, organizational coach and author Rita Sever (author of Supervision Matters and Leading for Justice) explores the complexities of workplace culture, focusing on what distinguishes a healthy environment from a toxic one. She dives into how leadership, communication, HR, and employee feedback play essential roles in shaping and maintaining a positive work culture.

Rita shares actionable insights on building inclusive, value-aligned organizations and emphasizes that culture is not static—it requires continuous reflection and evolution. She also discusses the influence of external societal pressures on internal dynamics and highlights the crucial role HR professionals play in sustaining a thriving workplace.

🎧 Whether you're in leadership, HR, or part of a team looking to create a better workplace, this episode delivers practical and powerful guidance.

🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Feedback is essential for fostering a healthy workplace culture.
- External societal issues can influence workplace dynamics.
- Leadership plays a crucial role in shaping organizational culture.
- Culture is defined by how employees interact and align with values.
- Hiring practices should reflect the desired culture of the organization.
- Workplace culture is not static; it requires ongoing assessment.
- Identifying signs of a healthy culture is as important as recognizing toxicity.
- Effective communication is key to maintaining a positive culture.
- Employee feedback should be collected and acted upon regularly.
- HR professionals are vital in promoting a healthy work culture.

📄 Download Rita’s Free Workplace Culture Guide:
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🔗 Resources & Links:
🌐 Visit Rita Sever: https://supervisionmatters.com/
🎙️ Listen to all SUPERVISION MATTERS episodes: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
📚 Discover more business & career podcasts on Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

Is Your Workplace Culture Healthy or Toxic?

In this episode of Tap'd Talks HR, Anthony speaks to author and communications consultant Alison Arnot. They discuss the importance of internal communications during times of crisis and how you can motivate and empower your people with the trust and knowledge they need to advocate for the organisation as you negotiate a path to recover. 

Internal Communications in times of crisis

What happens when two of the most culturally distinct functions in a business—HR and IT—are brought together under a single umbrella? In this episode of the HR on the Offensive podcast, Chris Howard is joined by fellow LACEr Julian Holmes and guest John Guy, CEO at Simply Get Results, as they explore the implications of merging HR and IT in an era increasingly shaped by AI and workforce transformation. 

Why merging HR and IT could be the key to unlocking AI’s full potential

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In this episode of Nine to Thrive HR, host Cindi Koetzle chats with Dr. Meesha Dogan, CEO of Cardio Diagnostics, to explore how AI and epigenetics are transforming cardiovascular health in the workplace. They discuss the ripple effects of heart disease on productivity, benefits costs, and team dynamics—and how employers can take a proactive role through technology-driven prevention and wellness strategies. With a focus on actionable insights and employee well-being, this episode offers HR leaders new ways to support health and retention across their organizations.

Matters of the Heart: A Business Case for Well-Being

If you’ve ever asked yourself who’s looking out for the people who look after everyone else, the latest episode of HR on the Offensive dives straight into that question. Chris Howard is joined by clinical psychologist and Ultimate Resilience co-founder Dr. Jo Burrell to unpack a tough but important reality: HR professionals, who are responsible for supporting the well-being of others, are increasingly struggling with their own mental health.

This podcast doesn’t just highlight a problem; it offers a path forward. Listen to learn how you can turn insight into action before burnout becomes the new baseline.

Is HR facing a silent mental health crisis?

In a recent conversation, Chris Howard sat down with LACE payroll experts Simon Bunday and Simon Puryer to unpack the not only the insights from our latest whitepaper but also the power of our payroll community. They emphasised how the community, through shared insights, can support a more holistic approach to payroll strategy, that goes beyond day-to-day transactions and focuses on payroll as a strategic, foundational element of business operations. 

How our payroll community can boost your payroll strategy?

Author of 500 Sneaky Coaching Questions on Audible And The Imposter Syndrome on Audible.

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At Tap’d, we help you make sense of the Future of Work, making technology understandable and easy to adopt. Our HR experience and consultancy = Your performance.

Are you an HR leader grappling with the complexities of HR tech, transformation, or change management? Then, listen to the HR on the offensive podcast for cutting-edge insights, actionable strategies, and real-world success stories to tackle your biggest HR challenges.

At LACE Partners, we pride ourselves on being a fundamentally different HR consultancy—innovative, and laser-focused on delivering impact. In each episode, we dive into the latest trends, expert advice, and practical solutions to help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving workplace.

Whether you're looking to drive adoption of new technology, lead organisational change, or simply optimise your HR strategy, you'll leave every episode with fresh perspectives and tools to take your initiatives to the next level.

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