Guerrilla HR

Guerrilla HR is here to share unconventional wisdom, advice, and stories from the front lines of Human Resources.

Guerrilla HR is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 53 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 Guerrilla HR, a business show with 53 episodes published.

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  Episode #36

  Mastering The Art of Hiring

  Aug 9, 202624 minS1

  In this episode of the Guerilla HR Podcast , host Becky Drozdz sits down with business owner, staffing specialist, consultant, bodybuilder, and author Nina Burris . Nina shares how she transformed a single cleaning business started in 2001 into a multi-faceted operation by leveraging core-value hiring and situational group interviews to virtually eliminate employee turnover. From her early days managing retail stores to authoring her book The Employee Whisperer and planning her next venture into fitness, Nina details the mindset needed to scale businesses and overcome doubt.

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  Episode #35

  How to Get BETTER Ideas From Your Team

  Jul 26, 202623 minS1

  In this episode of the Guerrilla HR Podcast, Becky sits down with Coby Skonord, founder and CEO of Ideawake , an idea management platform designed to help organizations crowdsource innovation from their employees. Coby shares his journey from walking away from a Big Four accounting firm on his first day of training to building a software solution used by major companies to turn employee feedback into actionable business impact. Becky and Coby dive deep into the real-world HR challenges surrounding employee experience, engagement, and culture. They discuss why transparency and closing the feedback loop matter far more to employees than whether every idea gets implemented, and how companies can effectively engage frontline workers.

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  Episode #34

  Helping Workplace Burnout One Passport Stamp at a Time

  Jul 12, 202625 minS1

  What if more PTO and salary increases aren't the cure for employee burnout? In this episode of the Guerrilla HR Podcast , Becky sits down with Chemeeka Sparks from Travel Nation to challenge the traditional corporate retreat layout of shabby hotels and awkward trust falls. Chemeeka shares her journey from individual trip planning to crafting high-touch corporate offsites and bucket-list incentive travel that builds authentic workplace cultures. From customizable activities like axe throwing to full-scale tropical resort buyouts, learn why focusing on the "whole employee"—and intentionally incorporating their families—can boost team productivity by up to 65%. Whether you have a grand budget or are looking for creative, local one-day experiences, discover how to trade "forced fun" for strategic, memorable connection that directly impacts your organization's KPIs.

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  Episode #34

  Navigating Senior Care with Cindy Hall

  Jun 28, 202624 minS1

  What happens when a demanding full-time career collides with the responsibility of caring for aging parents? In this episode of the Guerrilla HR Podcast , host Becky Drozdz dives into the complex realities facing the "sandwich generation"—working professionals balancing children and full-time jobs while managing the care of senior family members. Becky is joined by Cindy Hall, a senior living advisor with Next Level Senior Living , whose career is built on supporting the emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being of others. Cindy shares her personal journey from an hourly assistant activity director in memory care to a local advisor helping families navigate the daunting maze of senior living options. Fixing the Roof When the Sun is Shining: Why the best time to build a senior care strategy is before a medical crisis or an emergency forces a last-minute decision. Understanding Levels of Care: How to evaluate independent living, assisted living, and memory care based on progressive conditions like dementia or Parkinson's, as well as a senior’s social desires. Overcoming Resistance to Change: Insights into why senior parents resist downsizing or leaving a long-term home, dealing with generational views on "stuff," and how to practice active listening during these painful transitions. A Strategic Resource for Employers: Why HR departments should actively offer local senior advisory services as a no-cost employee benefit to reduce caregiver burnout, excessive PTO usage, and workplace stress. The Toll of Caregiving: Exploring the vital need for caregiver self-care and the harsh physical consequences that chronic stress can inflict on family members. Proactive Personal Planning: Key advice for professionals in their 40s and 60s, from focusing on physical strength and balance to working with a financial planner to evaluate long-term care insurance and supplemental retirement income.

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  Episode #33

  The Six Pillars of Developed Leadership with Jim Carlough

  Jun 14, 202635 minS1

  Are leaders born or are they made? I'm talking to strategist, speaker, and author Jim Carlough to explore his core philosophy: leaders aren't born, they are developed. Drawing from over 30 years of experience transforming teams and mentoring professionals, Jim discusses his book, The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership: A Roadmap to Success . He shares real-world stories and actionable insights on how to move past performative management styles to build genuine, high-performing teams.

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