Drive Thru HR

DriveThru HR serves up quick and insightful conversations on the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in Human Resources. With a focus on real-world HR issues, each episode delivers practical advice and expert perspectives to help professionals navigate the evolving workplace landscape. Fast, focused and forward-thinking. Since 2010.

Drive Thru HR is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Drive Thru HR, a business show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #1686

  Transforming Workplace Mental Health

  Mar 24, 202627 minS17

  <p>In this episode of Drive Thru HR, Michael VanDervort and Robin Schooling chat with Steven Sokoler, founder of Journey to discuss the critical importance of mental health in the workplace. </p> <p>We explore the evolution of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) from reactive to proactive approaches, emphasizing the need for early intervention and support. </p> <p>Steven shares insights on how Journey utilizes data and technology to enhance employee engagement and improve mental health outcomes, and the conversation highlights the essential role of managers in fostering a supportive environment as well as the business case for prioritizing mental health...

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  Episode #1687

  The Human Side of Transformation: Catalysts, AI, and Keeping People at the Center

  Mar 24, 202628 minS17

  <p>What does ethnography have to do with your AI rollout? More than you'd think.</p> <p> Tracey Lovejoy, founder of Catalyst Constellations and a leadership development consultant with roots in anthropology, joins Michael VanDervort on Drive Thru HR for a wide-ranging conversation on change, the rare people who actually drive it, and why your biggest AI implementation risk isn't the technology but rather the humans you forgot to bring along.</p> <p><br></p> <p>*** </p> <p>Tracey Lovejoy is the founder of Catalyst Constellations, a leadership development consultancy that specializes in the human side of transformation. With a...

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  Episode #1685

  You're the Smartest Person in the Room: Conference Season Edition

  Mar 17, 20268 minS17

  <p>Conference season is upon us, and Drive Thru HR has one message before you go: remember that YOU are the smartest person in the room. </p> <p>In this Snackable HR episode, Robin unpacks the predictable agenda topics, the overhyped thought leaders, and why your real-world experience outweighs any keynote. Go forth and learn, connect and have fun - just don't check your judgment at the door.</p>

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  Episode #1684

  AI Meets Empathy: Enhancing Frontline Management

  Feb 14, 202630 minS17

  <p>Summary</p> <p>In this episode of Drive, host Michael VanDervort welcomes Justin Lassard-Wajcer, a neuroscientist and CEO of Nurau, an AI-driven platform/app that enhances workplace decision-making for frontline managers. Justin shares his journey from neuroscience to applying cognitive science in real-world work environments, emphasizing the importance of bridging the gap between theory and practice. He discusses how Nurau aims to improve employee relations and safety by providing managers with real-time support, allowing them to make informed decisions during shifts rather than after the fact.</p> <p><br></p> <p>The conversation delves into the challenges faced by...

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  Episode #1683

  The Intentional Executive w/ Patrick Farran

  Jan 30, 202625 minS16

  <p>In this episode of Drive Thru HR, we speak with Patrick Farran, executive advisor and co-founder/CEO of Ad Lucem Group, about purpose-driven leadership and his new book "The Intentional Executive." </p> <p>Patrick, Michael and Robin discuss how effective leaders stay grounded in purpose by ensuring their values show up in their toughest decisions, budgets, and calendars (not just on company walls!!) and Patrick shares real-world examples of leaders who held firm to their principles even at significant cost. The conversation covers practical strategies for leadership transformation, including the importance of resisting the urge to be "the answer...

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