The TroopHR Podcast
Welcome to the TroopHR Podcast, where we bring you the best of HR and business thought-leadership in a casual coffee chat format. Our mission at TroopHR is to empower HR professionals to advance their careers, personal development and build better organizations. We promise fresh, actionable content from master practitioners, industry leaders, translating their seasoned experience into practical advice. Join us for insights, strategies and tactical take-aways to drive the HR profession forward. The TroopHR Podcast will help guide you to discover the keys to success to overcome HR challenges, and make a meaningful impact as a People Leader.
Episodes
23 episodes
Ep 22: Navigating Politics in the Workplace with Jen Fox and Pete Turok
In this episode of the TroopHR Podcast, Taylor Bradley tackles the thorny issue of political discourse in today's workplace with HR veteran, Jen Fox, and conflict resolution expert, Pete Turok. The discussion challenges the traditional "no poli...
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Episode 22
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41:04
Ep 21. Hot Takes on HR's Hottest Topics with The Huerta 'Brothers': Daniel and Stephen from Modern People Leader
In this episode of TroopHR, Taylor Bradley sits down with Daniel and Stephen Huerta, the dynamic duo behind the Modern People Leader podcast. The often mistaken brothers are actually cousins-turned-business partners whuch share their unique jou...
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Episode 21
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41:57
Ep 20. Nurturing Leadership Through Mentorship: Luck Dookchitra,VP, People & Culture at Leapsome
In this episode, Taylor Bradley engages in an insightful conversation with Luck Dookchitra, an experienced HR leader, about the transformative power of mentorship in career development and organizational growth. Luck shares her weal...
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Episode 20
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32:20
Ep 19. Building Resilient Organizations: Rory Sacks on Transforming L&D for Business Impact
In this episode of TroopHR, Taylor Bradley sits down with Rory Sacks, a seasoned Learning & Development leader, to explore the evolving landscape of talent development. Rory shares his unique perspective on building organizational resilienc...
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Episode 19
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34:29
Ep 18 Labor Day Minisode: Sweeping Away Barriers, Anna Bissell, America's Trailblazing CEO
In this mini-episode, host Taylor Bradley takes us on a journey back to the late 1800s, exploring the inspiring story of Anna Bissell. Widely recognized as America's first female CEO, Anna's tale is a testament to breaking barriers and redefini...
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Episode 18
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5:21
Ep 17. Unlocking the Power of Executive Storytelling: Featuring Jared Cozart and LeAnne Harper, Co-Founders of Unlock
In this episode of the TroopHR podcast, host Taylor Bradley dives deep into the art of storytelling with experts Jared Cozart and LeAnne Harper, co-founders of Unlock. Together, they explore how compelling narratives can transform HR leadership...
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Episode 17
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41:00
Ep 16. Transforming Employee Experience through Product Management Principles: A Conversation with Jessica Zwann, COO at Talentful
In this episode of the TroopHR podcast, host Taylor Bradley engages with Jessica Zwann, a former CHRO and current COO, to delve into the dynamic world of HR leadership. Jessica narrates her unique career transition from journalism and law to HR...
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Episode 16
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33:32
Ep 15. Bridging Venture Capital and HR Leadership in Startups with Rebecca Price, VC Partner at Primary Venture Partners
In this episode of the TroopHR podcast, host Taylor Bradley explores the intersection of venture capital and HR leadership with Rebecca Price, a seasoned HR executive turned VC partner at Primary Venture Partners. Rebecca offers a deep dive int...
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Episode 15
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29:38
Ep 14. From Macro to Micro: Navigating Labor Economics, HR Trends, and Compensation Strategies
In this episode of the TroopHR podcast, host Taylor Bradley takes listeners on a journey from broad labor market trends to granular compensation strategies. The episode features three distinguished guests, each offering unique insights into dif...
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59:29
Minisode 4th of July: James G Thompson & The Double V Campaign of WW2
In this special 4th of July mini-episode of the TroopHR podcast, host Taylor Bradley shares an inspiring story of an unsung hero in the history of the American Workforce. Taylor recounts the courageous actions of James G. Thompson, who played a...
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Ep 12. “Do This Daily” with Lan Phan, Author & Founder of Community of Seven
Taylor Bradley sits down with Lan Phan, accomplished author of "Do This Daily" and founder of Community of Seven, to explore the transformative power of purpose-driven leadership. Lan shares her journey from corporate executive to purveyor of e...
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29:03
Ep 11. Thriving in a multi-generational Workforce with Helen Dayen CEO of the Dayen Group
Taylor Bradley sits down with Helen Dayen, the dynamic CEO of the Dayen Group, to dive deep into the intricacies of navigating a multigenerational workforce.
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Episode 11
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27:17
Ep 10. Reimagine Inclusion - Transform Your Workplace with Mita Mallick Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta
Host Taylor is joined by Mita Mallick, Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta, an accomplished Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling author advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Mita shares the ...
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34:57
Ep 9. Transforming the Workplace Insights from Zamena Ladak and Josh Saterman | TroopHR Retreat 2024
In this powerful episode from the 2024 TroopHR retreat, host Taylor Bradley sits down with Zamena Ladak, Senior Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Business Development at Assemble, and Josh Saterman, CEO of Saterman Connect, ...
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40:05
Ep 8. Bridging the Gap Between HR and Business Operations: Insights from SkillCycle's Co-Founder, CCO Rebecca Taylor
Taylor welcomes Rebecca Taylor, co-founder and Chief Customer Officer at SkillCycle, for an in-depth discussion on the evolving role of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and its intersection with HR leadership. Drawing from her extensive experi...
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Episode 8
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31:35
Ep 7. Cultivating High-Performing Teams with Charter's Massella Dukuly and Emily Goligoski
In this episode, host Taylor speaks with Massella Dukuly, Head of Workplace Strategy + Innovation and Emily Goligoski, Head of Research, SVP from Charter about the practice of building and sustaining high-performing teams. They define key trait...
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40:05
Ep 6. Evolving the CHRO Role with Shari Chernak, Executive Consultant @ Mercer
In this episode we sit down with
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Episode 6
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26:00
Ep 5. The Cost of Tolerating Underperformance with Melanie Naranjo, VP of People at Ethena
Join us on The TroopHR Podcast as we explore the cost of tolerating underperformance with Melanie Naranjo, VP of People at Ethena. Melanie shares...
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Episode 5
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25:25
Ep 4. A Team of One with Alicia Henriquez, Head of People LiveBlocks
Join us for great practical takeaways in our conversation with Alicia Henriquez, Head of People at LiveBlocks, as she delves into the unique challe...
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Episode 4
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23:42
Mini-sode The 2024 TroopHR Retreat with Tracy Avin, Founder of TroopHR
Elevate your HR game when you join us at the 2024 TroopHR Retreat. Set in the stunning locale of Naples, Florida, the Retreat will be the perfect blend of professional development and social interaction.TroopHR Founder, Tracy A...
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Ep 3. The Human Aspect behind the Visa Process with Judy Husbands, Partnerships Manager at MobSquad
In this insightful episode, we delve into the human side of the visa process with Judy Husbands, the Partnerships Manager at MobSquad, a valued TroopHR partn...
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Episode 3
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21:33
Ep 2. 2024 Priorities - Beyond Business Insights with Jill Katz, Founder & Chief People Officer Assemble HR Consulting
Jill Katz, the Founder and Chief People Officer at Assemble HR Consulting, sits at a unique intersection, working with clients in various industries and ...
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Episode 2
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25:28
Ep 1. Charting the HR Landscape: 2024 Insights with Angela Cheng-Cimini, CHRO at Harvard Business Publishing
Join us for an illuminating conversation as Angela Cheng-Cimini, CHRO of Harvard Business Publishing, shares her expert insights and visionary perspectives into the HR landscape of 2024. In this episode, we delve into crucial HR topics such as ...
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Episode 1
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