HR Unplugged

HR Unplugged is a show for HR and business leaders unafraid to ask the tough questions needed to tackle the competing challenges posed by today’s complex global economy. Each highly interactive episode will feature unfiltered conversations with HR professionals answering the most pressing questions in people leadership — including many sent in by listeners like you. Whether you’re seeking to re-engage your workers, navigate social justice issues, or simply learn the secrets to competitive pay — if you care about your people, you’ll find a home in our community.

HR Unplugged is a business podcast hosted by BambooHR, with 100 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.

BambooHR hosts HR Unplugged, a business show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #89

  What Is HR's Business Impact? Help the C-Suite See HR's Strategic Influence

  Sep 30, 202531 minS0

  <p>What’s stopping HR leaders from being heard in the boardroom?</p><p>It’s not always about strategy or experience. Often, it’s about how they communicate their value and impact.</p><p>Host Vanessa Brulotte sits down with Sara Jones, CEO of InclusionPro and acclaimed TED speaker. Together, they discuss how HR professionals can grow their influence through strategic framing, storytelling, and public speaking. Sara shares success stories from the leaders she’s coached, proving that with the right approach, HR’s influence can extend across the entire organization.</p><p>Key takeaways:</p>How to frame HR work in...

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  Episode #88

  Are You a Dream Manager? How to Help Employees Set and Achieve Goals

  Sep 16, 202537 minS0

  <p>Are your employees just working, or are they growing, too?</p><p>Many people feel stuck at work because no one’s ever asked them about their dreams. But what if you made space for that conversation?</p><p>Kate Volman, CEO of Floyd Consulting and author of Do What You Love, joins host Vanessa Brulotte to talk about what it means to support employees as whole people with their own dreams. Kate shares why personal dreams belong in the workplace and how they can be a secret weapon for retention, culture, and performance. She also discusses how leaders ca...

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  Episode #87

  Building a Top Talent Destination: BambooHR's Nancy Boyce on Employer Brands

  Sep 2, 202530 minS0

  <p>What makes a workplace truly stand out to job seekers? </p><p>It’s not just the perks or the pay. It’s the story you tell and the experience you deliver.</p><p>In this episode, Vanessa Brulotte sits down with Nancy Boyce, Senior Employer Brand Manager at BambooHR. They discuss what it takes to create an authentic employer brand that connects with the right candidates and reflects the real employee experience.</p><p>You’ll learn the difference between corporate and employer branding, the role of employee reviews, and why alignment between brand and experience matters more than ev...

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  Episode #86

  No Tax on Overtime? Not Exactly. Compliance Changes You Need to Know in 2025

  Aug 19, 202526 minS0

  <p>What does “No Tax on Overtime” mean for your employees?</p><p>With the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OB3), it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by what’s changing. Colleen Rynne, Senior Manager of Payroll Services Compliance at BambooHR, joins Vanessa Brulotte to help us make sense of the new provisions on tax deductions on overtime pay and tips. This is a must-listen for those in HR and payroll, or for anyone who wants to understand their tax returns going forward.</p><p>You'll learn how to prep for year-end reporting, what qualifies for deductions, and how to t...

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  Episode #85

  The AI Skeptic's Guide to Hiring Better, Faster

  Aug 5, 202523 minS0

  <p>AI is shaking up industries everywhere, including HR. But how much influence should technology have over the hiring process?</p><p>Nancy Boyce, Senior Employer Brand Manager at BambooHR, joins host Vanessa Brulotte to explore how companies are using AI in recruiting today. With 15 years of hiring expertise, Nancy reveals when AI can help recruiters work smarter and where the human touch is still essential. She also shares practical tips for using AI tools, spotting misuse, and creating a transparent AI hiring policy.</p><p>Key takeaways:</p>Common misconceptions about AI in recruitingHow to spot AI-generated responses in...

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