Podcasts about FW

In episode 205, Coffey talks with Susan Snipes about challenges and strategies for hiring international talent, particularly through employer of record arrangements.  They discuss the primary drivers for seeking international talent including cost savings and talent shortages; compliance hurdles around employee classification and local employment laws; the role of employers of record versus PEOs in managing international hires; compensation and benefits strategies that account for local customs and legal requirements; integration challenges including time zone coordination and cultural sensitivity; recruitment approaches when working across international borders; data security concerns with remote international workers; managing terminations and severance requirements in different countries; and the importance of understanding local labor laws and cultural differences when building global teams. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Susan Snipes is a certified HR professional with 15 years of HR experience. She serves as the Head of People at Remote People, a company that recruits top talent in over 150 countries around the world. Susan Snipes can be reached at https://remotepeople.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-poore-hrm/  About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association.Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives:  1.       Evaluate the compliance requirements and classification issues when hiring international talent, including understanding the differences between employees, independent contractors, and employer of record arrangements.2.       Develop integration strategies for international team members that account for time zone differences, cultural holidays, communication styles, and local customs to maintain team cohesion.3.       Assess the cost-benefit analysis of different international hiring models, from direct employment and local entity creation to employer of record services, based on hiring volume and risk tolerance.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3181: Liz from FrugalWoods explores how small frugal habits, like DIY haircuts, trigger a compounding effect that goes beyond money, boosting self-reliance, deepening relationships, and even saving time. Her take on frugality reveals how insourcing everyday tasks can lead to long-term freedom, personal growth, and a stronger sense of capability. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.frugalwoods.com/2016/06/27/frugality-is-a-compounding-game/ Quotes to ponder: "We've saved a combined $2,688 thus far, and will continue to save $1,032 every single year." "Realizing that we're capable of doing things ourselves opened a door for Mr. FW and me to start performing tons of tasks on our own." "Rather than trying to stretch out the time between haircuts or use coupons or hunt down discounts, we simply removed this expense wholesale." Episode references: EconoMe Conference: https://economeconference.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Tracy gives her take on the news that Dave Grohl and his wife Jordyn Blum have decided to reconcile. While Grohl simultaneously has committed himself to being a "hands on" father with his daughter by his affair partner. Could we please change the discourse that single parents aren't family enough? And stop the assumption that everyone needs the FW in their lives? Just cash the check and live your own life.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3181: Liz from FrugalWoods explores how small frugal habits, like DIY haircuts, trigger a compounding effect that goes beyond money, boosting self-reliance, deepening relationships, and even saving time. Her take on frugality reveals how insourcing everyday tasks can lead to long-term freedom, personal growth, and a stronger sense of capability. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.frugalwoods.com/2016/06/27/frugality-is-a-compounding-game/ Quotes to ponder: "We've saved a combined $2,688 thus far, and will continue to save $1,032 every single year." "Realizing that we're capable of doing things ourselves opened a door for Mr. FW and me to start performing tons of tasks on our own." "Rather than trying to stretch out the time between haircuts or use coupons or hunt down discounts, we simply removed this expense wholesale." Episode references: EconoMe Conference: https://economeconference.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ken Shuman speaks with John Reasons, a pastor and Faithwalking coach from Texas, about the authenticity and safety of the FW process and the gift of experiencing people's stories of change and transformation as a coach journeying with them through the process. John shares that the process of Faithwalking allows people to begin to experience the "fully alive life," the abundant life of which scripture speaks. Through it the light of Christ shines in the dark places of our hearts and souls and brings healing in tangible ways. He invites Faithwalking graduates to become coaches because "that's when it gets good! I've loved being a coach even more than I've loved going through it!"

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3181: Liz from FrugalWoods explores how small frugal habits, like DIY haircuts, trigger a compounding effect that goes beyond money, boosting self-reliance, deepening relationships, and even saving time. Her take on frugality reveals how insourcing everyday tasks can lead to long-term freedom, personal growth, and a stronger sense of capability. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.frugalwoods.com/2016/06/27/frugality-is-a-compounding-game/ Quotes to ponder: "We've saved a combined $2,688 thus far, and will continue to save $1,032 every single year." "Realizing that we're capable of doing things ourselves opened a door for Mr. FW and me to start performing tons of tasks on our own." "Rather than trying to stretch out the time between haircuts or use coupons or hunt down discounts, we simply removed this expense wholesale." Episode references: EconoMe Conference: https://economeconference.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

「流通経済大学出身の選手が摘発、Kリーグで後を絶たない飲酒運転問題」　　韓国Kリーグ2部の全南ドラゴンズに所属するDFユ・ジンホンが、6月12日夜に飲酒運転を行い、警察に摘発された。13日に韓国プロサッカー連盟が発表したところによると、ユは60日間のKリーグ公式戦出場停止処分を受けた。今後は賞罰委員会によって正式な処分が下される予定となっている。　ユは2000年11月19日生まれの24歳。ポジションは両サイドバックで、2020年に日本の流通経済大学に入学し、サッカー部で活動した。その後、韓国国内の高陽KHや平沢シチズンといったセミプロクラブを経て、2024年に全南へ加入。同年はリーグ戦1試合に出場し、シーズンオフには再契約が発表されたが、2025シーズンはこれまで出場がなかった。　また、全南はユが飲酒運転を行った際、チームメイトでFWのユ・ギョンミンが同乗していたことも明らかにした。ユは2003年12月15日生まれの21歳で、2025年シーズンから全南に加入。7日に行われたリーグ戦第19節ソウルイーランド戦で先発し、プロデビューを果たしたばかりだった。　Kリーグでは、社会的に問題となる行為やリーグの価値を損なう不正が発覚した場合、賞罰委員会の判断が下るまでの間、最大90日間の活動停止措置が取られる。　なお、近年も複数の選手が飲酒運転で摘発されており、2023年には1年で3人、2022年にはK1の全北現代モータースに当時所属していた日本人MF邦本宜裕（遼寧鉄人足球倶楽部）が飲酒運転により契約解除となっている。

「マクトミネイが大活躍のナポリ、マンUから今夏も補強？サンチョに興味か」　　ナポリ（イタリア1部）はアントニオ・コンテ監督のもとで、今季のセリエAを制覇。来季に向けてすでにマンチェスター・シティ（イングランド1部）からベルギー代表MFケビン・デ・ブライネをフリートランスファーで獲得している。　そのなかで、ナポリはマンチェスター・ユナイテッド（イングランド1部）に所属するイングランド代表FWジェイドン・サンチョの獲得を検討していると、移籍市場に精通するイタリア人ジャーナリストのジャンルカ・ディ・マルツィオ氏が報じた。　そのサンチョは2017年夏に加入したボルシア・ドルトムント（ドイツ1部）でブレイクすると、2021年夏にユナイテッドへ完全移籍。その後、エリック・テン・ハグ前監督と衝突して構想外になると、今季はチェルシーにレンタルで加わった。　そのチェルシーではクラブのカンファレンスリーグ（ECL）優勝に貢献したサンチョだが、ユナイテッドへの復帰が決定。しかし、衝突したテン・ハグ監督が去ったものの、ルベン・アモリム監督体制となったユナイテッドでも居場所がないとみられており、今夏に退団するとの見方が強まっている。　なお、ナポリは昨夏にユナイテッドからスコットランド代表MFスコット・マクトミネイを完全移籍で獲得。その後、マクトミネイはセリエA34試合で12ゴール4アシストと圧巻のスタッツを残し、クラブのスクデット獲得に大きく貢献し、年間MVPに選出される活躍を披露していた。

「古橋亨梧がセルティックへ電撃復帰か」　　リーグ・アンのスタッド・レンヌで構想外となっている日本代表FW古橋亨梧が、スコティッシュ・プレミアシップのセルティックに復帰する可能性が報じられている。わずか1月に移籍したばかりのストライカーが、再びグラスゴーの地に戻る日が近づいているのかもしれない。　UKメディア『Football Insider』のポッドキャスト「Inside Track」の6月15日配信回において、同メディアの移籍市場専門記者であり、かつてUKの『スカイスポーツ』や『ESPN』でも活動していた実績を持つピート・オルーク記者が、情報筋の話として古橋の現状と今後について伝えた。　同メディアは3月の時点で、セルティック側が「古橋再獲得を断る理由のない好条件」であれば復帰の可能性を模索していると報じていた。しかしセルティックが再獲得に際してレンヌに支払う金額は、当時受け取ったの移籍金1,000万ポンド（約19億5,551万円）には遠く及ばないものになる見通しだという。　なお、古橋本人はレンヌ移籍後の状況に疑問を抱き始めていると伝えられており、同クラブでのプレシーズンで戦力に再統合されるかどうかを見極めた上で、今後を判断すると伝えられている。もし古橋本人がセルティック復帰を希望する場合、クラブ側が交渉に乗り出す可能性があるという。　セルティックは1月に古橋を放出後、代役のストライカーを補強しておらず、同クラブのサポーターの間でも古橋の復帰は歓迎される見込みと伝えられている。クラブはすでに複数のFWの獲得候補リストを保持しているが、移籍市場が活発化する中、古橋の動向が注目されている。

「日本代表のチケット転売横行…パラグアイ戦一般発売から24時間で約100件」　　FIFAワールドカップ北中米大会を1年後に控えるなか、MF久保建英（レアル・ソシエダ）、MF三笘薫（ブライトン）、FW伊東純也（スタッド・ランス）など日本代表選手への人気はさらに上昇。キリンチャレンジカップ2025パラグアイ戦（10月10日・パナソニックスタジアム吹田）のチケットの売れ行きも好調だが、一般発売からわずか24時間でチケットの高額転売が相次いでいる。　日本サッカー協会（JFA）は14日10時より、JFA公式サイト「チケットJFA」で価格変動制「ダイナミックプライシング」により、パラグアイ戦のチケット一般販売を開始。カテゴリー1（メインスタンド、バックスタンド下層）で大人1名あたり16,400円、カテゴリー6（ホームゴール裏等）でも6,100円という価格設定だ。　パラグアイ戦のチケット争奪戦が勃発するなか、チケット売買仲介アプリ『チケジャム』では、一般発売開始からわずか24時間で100件近くの転売が。カテゴリー1で定価のおよそ2倍にあたる32,500円で出品されたものもあるほか、前売り販売のみの対応であるエキサイティングシートが定価（25,000円）を上回る34,000円で出品されている。　日本代表戦のチケットは、「チケット不正転売禁止法」の対象となる特定興行入場券に当たる。JFAは公式サイトを通じて「購入者または入場資格者の氏名・連絡先を確認した上で販売します。販売価格を超える金額での転売など興行主の同意のないチケットの有償譲渡は固く禁止します」と案内しているが、それでも転売行為は後を絶たない。　なお、日本代表は2025年9月に日本国外でアメリカ、メキシコと対戦。10、11月以降の国際親善試合は国内で開催されるが、アルゼンチン代表やブラジル代表といった南米強豪国とマッチメイクする可能性は報じられている。FWネイマールをはじめスター選手の来日が予想されるだけに、チケットの争奪戦が激化し、フリマアプリ等での転売行為が再び相次ぐことも想定される。

「バルセロナ、昨夏獲得失敗のビルバオFWニコに再チャレンジ？選手は移籍を歓迎」　　バルセロナ（スペイン1部）はハンジ・フリック監督のもとで、ラ・リーガとコパ・デル・レイを制覇。連覇を目指す来季に向けて選手登録なども問題もありながら、左ウイングの補強を目指しており、複数選手への関心が取り沙汰されている。　スペイン『スポルト』によれば、バルセロナはリバプール（イングランド1部）でプレーするコロンビア代表FWルイス・ディアスをメインターゲットに設定しているものの、高額な移籍金なども必要なることから難航する見込み。そのため、代替案としてマンチェスター・ユナイテッド（イングランド1部）が保有権を持つイングランド代表FWマーカス・ラッシュフォードを検討しているという。　そのなかで、バルセロナはスポーツディレクターを務めるデコ氏がアスレティック・ビルバオ（スペイン1部）に所属するスペイン代表FWニコ・ウィリアムズの獲得に向けて代理人であるフェリックス・タインタ氏と会談したという。　バルセロナは昨夏に失敗した移籍交渉の再始動について話し合った模様。今季のラ・リーガ29試合で5ゴール5アシストを記録した同選手の実力を高く評価しているバルセロナは昨夏にチャンスを逃したこともあり、そのドアを再び開くかを慎重に見極めている状況だという。　また、同選手には6200万ユーロ（103億2,000万円）の解除金が存在しており、その安さも相まってアーセナル（イングランド1部）やバイエルン・ミュンヘン（ドイツ1部）も獲得に動いており、両クラブはその金額を支払う用意があるとのこと。ただ、選手本人は移籍する場合スペイン国内に残りたいと考えており、バルセロナが正式に契約解除金を支払うなら歓迎する姿勢のようだ。

「「ユンカーをスタメンの方が…」名古屋・長谷川健太監督の神戸戦采配に異論」　　名古屋グランパスは6月15日に行われた明治安田J1リーグ第20節で、ヴィッセル神戸に1-2で敗北。FWキャスパー・ユンカーをスタメン起用せず、ベンチスタートとした長谷川健太監督の采配に、一部から異論が沸き起こっている。　前線でFW山岸祐也、MF和泉竜司、MF菊地泰智がスタメン出場した名古屋は、44分にMF内田宅哉のオウンゴールで先制を許すと、前半アディショナルタイムの45+2分にはFW宮代大聖にゴールネットを揺らされ、2点ビハインドに。57分に1点を返すも、途中出場のFW浅野雄也やFWマテウス・カストロらがゴールネットを揺らせず。ユンカーは86分からピッチに立ったものの、ボールタッチ2回、シュート本数ゼロとゴールに迫ることはできなかった。　スイスやフランスにルーツを持つジャーナリストのリオネル氏は試合後、Xで「なぜユンカーにもっと出場機会が与えられないのか、誰か教えてほしい」とポスト。2025シーズンはコンディション不良の影響もあり、ここまでリーグ戦2試合のスタメン出場、3試合の途中出場にとどまっているが、「名古屋はユンカーをスタメンに入れた方が、（チーム全体の）パフォーマンスが上がると思う」と綴るなど、長谷部監督の起用法に首を傾げている。　このリオネル氏の投稿には、長谷川監督とユンカーの関係性に関するコメントが寄せられているほか、同選手の移籍を推奨する意見も噴出。5月24日の浦和レッズ戦から2試合つづけてスタメン出場していただけに、神戸戦でのベンチスタートが疑問視されているが、代表ウィーク中のトレーニングでコンディションが悪化した可能性、長谷川監督が同選手の起用法で頭を悩ませている可能性も排除できない。　なお、名古屋は神戸戦の黒星により、J2降格ラインから勝ち点4差の15位に転落。依然として一部から監督交代論が上がる一方、フルミネンセから期限付き移籍で加入したブラジル人FWレレが今週中にチームへ合流する見込み。同選手のエージェントを手掛ける『マルシオ・ビッテンコート・スポーツ』は15日、選手本人がブラジルから日本に向けて出発したことを報告している。

「柏レイソル・アビスパ福岡元監督。井原正巳氏に海外挑戦の可能性浮上」　　アビスパ福岡、柏レイソル元監督である日本代表OBの井原正巳氏に海外挑戦の可能性がある模様。韓国国内クラブで指導に当たるとの噂が飛び交っている。　韓国2部・水原三星ブルーウィングスの情報を専門に扱う『ブルーウィング・インサイド』が6月14日に伝えたところによると、現在フリーの井原氏には、同クラブのコーチに就任する可能性があるとのこと。正式オファーや交渉の有無には触れていないものの、戦術面に特化したコーチングスタッフとして、選手の指導に当たる可能性があるという。　水原三星は鄭大世氏やMF小塚和季（清水エスパルス）、FW齋藤学（アスルクラロ沼津）の古巣。2023シーズンに韓国1部リーグで最下位に終わり2部へ降格すると、2024シーズンは2部で6位。ただ、2025シーズンはリーグ戦15試合を終えて9勝4分2敗と、首位の仁川ユナイテッドから勝ち点7差の2位につけている。　一方で現在57歳の井原氏は、横浜マリノス、ジュビロ磐田、浦和レッズでプレー。1998年に行われたFIFAワールドカップ・フランス大会のグループステージ全試合でフル出場するなど、一時日本代表を支えていた。　現役引退後は2度にわたり柏の監督代行を務めたほか、2015年から18年まで福岡を指揮。2023年5月から柏を率いていたが、2024シーズン終了後に退任。日本代表FW細谷真大ら一部選手の起用法を巡り、ファン・サポーターの間で議論が白熱したことは記憶に新しい。

「過去に浦和レッズ在籍。シャルクに今夏フリー移籍浮上「クラブ次第」」　　浦和レッズ在籍歴のあるオランダ人FWアレックス・シャルクに、2025年6月末にオランダ2部ADOデン・ハーグを契約満了により退団する可能性が浮上。現時点で同選手の去就は不透明だという。　シャルクは2023シーズン限りで浦和を退団し、2024年1月からデン・ハーグでプレー。オランダ復帰1年目に2部リーグ17試合の出場で3ゴール2アシストを挙げると、2024/25シーズンは24試合の出場で10ゴール2アシストと、攻撃陣の中心選手として活躍。1部昇格をかけたプレーオフでも2試合ともにプレーしたが、チームは2試合合計0-3で敗れた。　チームが1部昇格を逃したことにより、元浦和所属アタッカーの去就は流動的に。オランダ『AD』は14日に「シャルクが来季もデン・ハーグに残るかどうか不透明だ」とリポート。「両者は来週にも交渉開始」と伝えているが、残留延長に前向きだというシャルク本人は「（自分の去就は）クラブ次第だ」と語ったという。　現在32歳のシャルクは、オランダのNACブレダなど欧州複数クラブを経て、2022年3月にスイス1部セルヴェットFCから浦和へ完全移籍。来日1年目はJ1リーグ戦12試合の出場で1ゴールという結果に終わると、2023シーズンも7試合の出場にとどまった。ただ、2023シーズン終了後の退団が正式決定した後の12月15日に行われたFIFAクラブワールドカップ（クラブW杯）クラブ・レオン戦での決勝ゴールは、今でも多くのサポーターの記憶に刻まれている。　オランダでは、シャルクと同じく浦和在籍歴のあるFWブライアン・リンセンがNECナイメヘンのストライカ－として活躍。日本代表FW小川航基とポジション争いを演じていた。Jリーグ再挑戦の可能性も含めて、シャルクの去就に注意が集まる。

「FC東京マルセロ・ヒアンの移籍金16億円以上？「鳥栖が要求」代理人は移籍画策」　　サガン鳥栖からFC東京へ期限付き移籍中のブラジル人FWマルセロ・ヒアンには、今夏移籍の可能性が浮上。一時クロアチア1部ディナモ・ザグレブが移籍先候補に挙がったが、鳥栖が高額な移籍金を求めたことにより、破談に終わったいう。　ディナモ・ザグレブ移籍の可能性を巡っては、現地メディア『germanijak』は6月10日に報道。センターフォワードのバックアップ要員としてヒアンの獲得を狙ったというが、記事では「日本のクラブ（鳥栖）がヒアンのディナモ・ザグレブ移籍を認めなかった」と綴られている。　その後、クロアチア『sportske』は13日に「ディナモ・ザグレブはヒアンの獲得を望んでいたが、日本のクラブ（鳥栖）は1000万ユーロ（約16億6,000万円）以上の移籍金を要求」と報道。ディナモ・ザグレブは1000万ユーロを支払うだけの財力が無いことから、現在はセンターフォワードの獲得最上位候補にFWディオン・ドレナ・ベーリョ（アウクスブルク）をリストアップしているという。　現在23歳のヒアンは、2022年8月にECバイーアから横浜FCへ移籍。横浜FCで1年半プレーした後、鳥栖へ移籍すると、2024シーズンにJ1リーグ戦で14ゴール2アシストを挙げてブレイク。鳥栖のJ2降格もあり、同シーズン終了後にFC東京へ移籍しているが、2025シーズンはJ1リーグ14試合の出場で4ゴールを挙げている。　ディナモ・ザグレブ移籍の可能性は無くなったというが、『germanijak』によるとヒアンの代理人は複数クラブに同選手を売り込んでいるとのこと。ただ、鳥栖が破格の移籍金を要求しているとみられるだけに、移籍先は限られそうだ。

In episode 204, Coffey talks with Rosalind Chow about the distinct roles of mentorship and sponsorship in advancing careers and building more inclusive workplaces. They discuss the distinction between mentorship (which helps grow the mentee) and sponsorship (which seeks to change how others see the protege); how sponsorship functions like marketing or PR campaigns for high-potential employees; the four types of sponsorship - creating, confirming, preventing, and protecting; why sponsors risk their own credibility and reputation when advocating for others; how sponsorship doesn't require formal hierarchical relationships but depends on trust and status; how to become more "sponsorable" by being a top performer with clear values and compelling personal story; the risks of having the wrong sponsor or appearing as the "teacher's pet"; and how sponsorship creates inclusion by ensuring high performers are seen, valued, and given opportunities regardless of their background or circumstances. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Rosalind Chow is an Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior and Theory at Carnegie Mellon University, where she studies the power of social hierarchy and its impact on diversity and inclusion efforts within organizations.  Her forthcoming book, The Doors You Can Open (PublicAffairs, April 8, 2025) distinguishes the concept of sponsorship from mentorship. While mentorship can change mentees for the better through valuable coaching and encouragement, sponsorship takes it one step further — sponsors can change the social environment around their proteges by actively advocating for, raising the social visibility of, and protecting them. Put simply, while mentors act on mentees, sponsors act on external observers – audiences - to change how they see proteges.  We don't just have the ability to change other people; we also have the ability to change other people's relationships with one another. This ability - the power we have as sponsors - is something we can leverage to better ourselves, other people, and our communities. Rosalind Chow can be reached athttp://www.rosalindchow.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalind-chow-6b25541b0/  About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives: 1.       Distinguish between mentorship (developing the individual) and sponsorship (changing others' perceptions of the individual) to provide appropriate support for high-potential employees.2.       Practice the four types of sponsorship - creating visibility, confirming positive impressions, preventing negative associations, and protecting during criticism - to advance deserving talent.3.       Recognize that effective sponsorship requires risking your own credibility and reputation, making it essential to sponsor only high performers whose values align with your own and the organization's goals.

How can we best lead across genders? And how leaders should be thinking about bridging the gender divide? In this panel discussion recorded live at the FW Leadership Summit, join journalist Leila McKinnon as she examines how to lead across genders alongside Wayside Chapel CEO Rev Jon Owen, Workplace Gender Equality Agency CEO Mary Wooldridge and FW’s Head of Policy and Program Impact Ruby Leahy Gatfield. Join the movement to fast-track your professional development. Become an FW Diamond member today. Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helen Zille oorweeg dit om as burgemeester die Goudstad te probeer regruk. Die seun van een van die Cradock Vier praat oor sy vriendskap met FW de Klerk se weduwee. Suid-Afrikaners maak skoonskip in die Comrades.

In episode 203, Coffey talks with Kristi Spaethe about advice for emerging HR professionals navigating their early careers. They discuss how people often stumble into HR careers; the misconception that “loving people” qualifies someone for HR work; the importance of gaining foundational knowledge before jumping into employee relations; showing up authentically while maintaining professional boundaries; building a personal board of directors rather than relying on a single mentor; the balance between employer-provided training and self-advocacy for professional development; the value of HR certifications as confidence boosters; networking through local HR associations and professional organizations; managing up with leaders who don't understand HR's strategic value; and whether HR professionals can be friends with other employees. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Kristi Spaethe is the Chief Executive Officer of The People Perspective and People Perspective Search and Recruiting designed to be the one stop shop for all things people in the communities that these organizations serve.  Kristi earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a Human Resources Development option and also holds the SHRM-CP certification. Kristi is the Immediate Past State Director for SHRM Oklahoma where she has served in prior various roles beginning in 2018.  Kristi has also served in various roles, including President, with the Tulsa Area Human Resources Association since 2014. Additionally, Kristi currently serves on the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and has served on the Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Kristi also gives back to the community by giving her time to non-profit organizations such as Women in Recovery, Muddy Paws and Lindsey House. Kristi received the President's Award from the Tulsa Area Human Resources Association in 2016 and the Richard R. Messer Excellence in Human Resources award in 2019. She also received the Oklahoma Human Resources Award of Excellence in 2020 from the Oklahoma Human Resources State Council. The People Perspective has also been nominated for various awards through TYPROS Boomtown Awards, the Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce, Tulsa Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards and the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce. The People Perspective was selected as the Small Business of the year in 2021 through the Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce and as the Small Business of the Year in 2023 through the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce.  Kristi and her family reside in Broken Arrow, OK. Kristi Spaethe can be reached athttps://pplperspective.com/  About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives: 1.       Develop a personal board of directors that includes mentors, advocates, cheerleaders, and critics rather than relying on a single mentor relationship.2.       Advocate for your own professional development by requesting training opportunities, certifications, and cross-functional experience while building external networks through HR associations.3.       Maintain professional boundaries by showing up authentically while filtering your communication and avoiding personal friendships with employees to protect both yourself and the organization.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kathleen LaCorte interviews Lt. Col. Alana Minx, 122nd Fighter Wing Mission Support Group deputy commander, about the upcoming 2025 Fort Wayne Air Show to be held July 12-13, 2025 at the 122nd FW in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Minx discusses highlights, plans and excitement surrounding the air show. (U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Kathleen LaCorte)

「伊東純也が菅原由勢の同僚に？サウサンプトン新指揮官就任で話題に」　　イングランド2部のチャンピオンシップに降格したサウサンプトンが新指揮官として、ウィリアム・スティル監督を迎えたことにより、新しい選手獲得に向けた報道が注目されている。　サウサンプトンに特化したメディア『Saints Marching』は、UKメディア『Daily Echo』の報道を引用し、同監督が当時リーグ・アンのスタッド・ランス指揮官時代（2022-2024）に伊東を主力として扱っていた経緯を6月2日に紹介した。　同報道では、当時のランスが前線の機能不全に悩まされていたことを紹介し、伊東の加入によりその問題は修復されたことを伝えている。スティル監督は伊東を攻撃の起点として重用し、その起用によってランスはリーグ中位の成績を収めていた。　もし伊東がサウサンプトンに加入した場合、現在クラブに在籍している日本代表DF菅原由勢とともに、右サイドで日本人コンビを組む可能性がある。　しかし、同報道によると、サウサンプトンは数日前に元クラブの選手でトルコ1部フェネルバフチェに所属する36歳のFWドゥシャン・タディッチの復帰を見送った事例を引き合いに出し、ベテランの攻撃陣を補強しない可能性にも言及している。　現時点で32歳の伊東の移籍が進展しているという具体的な報道は出ていないものの、スティル新監督体制のもとで戦術面の適応や過去の信頼関係を踏まえれば、伊東が有力な補強候補として検討される可能性も否定はできない。　サウサンプトンがプレミアリーグ昇格を目指す中で、リーグ・ドゥに降格したランスから伊東を獲得することはあるのか、単なる噂に終わるのか。今後の動向に注目が集まっている。

「クーニャ獲得のマンU、さらなる攻撃強化へ！ブレントフォードFWムベウモ獲りに本腰」　　マンチェスター・ユナイテッド（イングランド1部）は今季のプレミアリーグで15位とクラブ史上最低の順位でフィニッシュ。タイトル獲得の可能性もあったヨーロッパリーグ（EL）では決勝戦でトッテナム・ホットスパー（イングランド1部）に敗れるなど、散々な結果に終わった。　捲土重来を目指す来季に向けてユナイテッドはすでにウルバーハンプトン・ワンダラーズ（イングランド1部）からブラジル代表FWマテウス・クーニャを獲得済み。しかし、イギリス『アスレティック』によれば、ユナイテッドはさらなる攻撃強化を目指しているという。　そして、ユナイテッドはブレントフォード（イングランド1部）でプレーするカメルーン代表FWブライアン・ムベウモ（25）をターゲットに設定しており、優先事項としている模様。そして、クラブ間交渉がすぐに行われる予定のようだ。　世代別ではフランス代表としてプレーしながらも、A代表ではカメルーン代表を選択したムベウモは、2019年夏にブレントフォードへ移籍。クラブの1部昇格に貢献すると、強靭なフィジカルと驚異的なスピードを武器に今季はここまでプレミアリーグ38試合20ゴール7アシストを好スタッツを残した。　そのムベウモにはプレミアリーグの複数クラブが関心を示しているが、選手本人はユナイテッドへの移籍を希望しているとのこと。今季はオランダ代表FWジョシュア・ザークツィーとデンマーク代表FWラスムス・ホイルンドがなかなかゴールを奪えず、得点力不足に苦しんだユナイテッドだが、さらなる攻撃強化を敢行するのだろうか。

「柏から広島へ移籍の木下康介はリカルド監督の戦術に合わなかった？」　　J1の柏レイソルは6月2日、FW木下康介がサンフレッチェ広島へ完全移籍することを公式発表した。　木下は昨2024シーズンに柏へ加入し、J1で38試合10ゴールと結果を残した。今2025シーズンも14試合で3ゴール2アシストを記録していた中での放出に、柏サポーターからネット上で疑問の声が届けられた。　昨シーズン終了後にオファーがあったにも関わらず、木下が柏への残留を選んだ背景には、監督交代によって自身の起用法が変わるかもしれないという期待があったのではないかという見方がある。2021年に浦和レッズで共闘した柏のリカルド・ロドリゲス監督との再会に木下が希望を託していたのではという意見も出た。　また、「リカルド監督のサッカーにマッチするFWってどんなタイプだろう？」という疑問に対して、「実はプレス強度という意味では木下は一番低かった」というコメントもあり、戦術面での不一致が移籍の背景にあったのではないかという憶測も出ている。　一方で、出場時間が限られる中でも結果を出し続けていたことは、サポーターの間で高く評価されている。特に昨シーズン途中出場が中心ながら二桁ゴールを挙げていたにも関わらず、今シーズンも出場機会が限定的だった。その現状に対して、もはや本人も我慢の限界を感じたのではないかという声もある。　また、「このタイミングで木下を出すということは、代役を獲る目処が立っているからですよね？」というコメントもあり、今後のクラブの補強方針に対する期待も表れている。　柏は直近リーグ3試合で1分2敗、得点2・失点7と苦戦しており、チームの再構築が急務なのは間違いないだろう。

「ファン・デン・ベルフの他に…磐田、提携先ムアントンからタイ代表FW獲得決定的に」　　ジュビロ磐田はオランダ1部NACブレダからベルギー人DFヤン・ファン・デン・ベルフの獲得を決めているが、タイ1部ムアントン・ユナイテッド所属の同国代表FWポラメート・アヴィライも2025年夏に迎え入れるという。　2024年夏にも磐田移籍の可能性が報じられていたポラメートは一時、ムアントンのパートナーシップ提携先である浦和レッズのトレーニングに参加する可能性が取りざたされていた。しかし、タイメディア『サイアムスポーツ』は5月11日に「静岡県のクラブが接触」と報道。J1所属の清水エスパルス、J2所属の磐田、藤枝MYFC、J3所属のアスルクラロ沼津いずれかのクラブへ移籍するとみられていた。　すると、同メディアは6月1日になって「ポラメートの磐田移籍が決定」と速報。ポラメートの代理人は5月末に入国しているが、インスタグラムで関西国際空港に到着した時の様子をアップするとともに「Thai Player Go to J2」（タイ人選手がJ2行き）とポストしただけに、近日中に両クラブからの公式発表があると考えられる。　現在26歳のポラメートは、身長180cmで右利きのストライカー。2022/23シーズンからムアントンで頭角を現すと、2023/24シーズンにタイ1部リーグ戦22試合のスタメン出場で11ゴール10アシストをマーク。2024/25シーズンもリーグ戦26試合の出場で7ゴール7アシストと、攻撃陣の中心選手として活躍している。　また、石井正忠監督率いるタイ代表の一員として、国際Aマッチ16試合でプレー。2024年のASEAN選手権では招集外だったが、2025年3月の国際親善試合で半年ぶりに復帰していた。

「広島戦ベンチ外。川崎フロンターレ伊藤達哉の試合前日投稿が話題」　　川崎フロンターレ所属FW伊藤達哉は、5月31日に行われた明治安田J1リーグ第19節のサンフレッチェ広島戦でベンチ外。試合前日のSNS投稿がファン・サポーター等の間で話題になっている。　伊藤は30日夜、インスタグラムを更新。バラエティ番組『ケンコバのほろ酔いビジホ泊 全国版』（BS朝日系）の大型テレビで視聴している時の様子をアップ。出演者が広島の鉄板料理を堪能している姿に「広島行きたかったな～」と投稿した。　当該投稿は31日時点で削除されているが、スクリーンショットによりネット上で拡散。試合前に、同選手が広島でのアウェイゲームでメンバー外であると予想する声が上がっていたほか、削除の背景として広島戦出場の可否について、対戦相手に情報が渡る可能性があったと、一部で指摘されている。　川崎加入1年目の伊藤は、ここまでJ1リーグ戦で開幕節・名古屋グランパス戦をのぞく全試合でプレー。AFCチャンピオンズリーグエリート（ACLE）でも6試合の出場で2ゴール1アシストと、攻撃陣に欠かせない選手として活躍していた。それだけにコンディション不良の可能性も含めて、広島戦でメンバー外となった理由が気がかりだ。　なお、川崎の長谷部茂利監督は広島戦でFWマルシーニョ、MF脇坂泰斗、MF家長昭博、FW山田新らをスタメン起用。FW小林悠、FW大関友翔らは後半途中からピッチに立っている。

「名古屋5月無敗も不調のユンカーにサポーターは不満か」　　J1の名古屋グランパスが5月31日に行われたアルビレックス新潟戦に3-0で勝利し、5月を無敗で締めくくった。今月のリーグ戦は3勝3分け。2023年4月以来となる月間無敗を記録し、チームは明らかな復調気配を漂わせている。　試合は名古屋の主将MF和泉竜司が後半10分に均衡を破る先制点を奪い、途中出場のMF菊地泰智とFW山岸祐也もそれぞれ今2025シーズン初ゴールをマーク。ベンチ外だったFWマテウスの不在を感じさせない内容で2連勝を飾った。　そんな中、この試合でサポーターから注目を集めたのは2試合連続スタメンとなった名古屋のエースFWキャスパー・ユンカーだった。しかし同選手は、新潟の守備に苦しみ前半だけで途中交代。　ユンカーは27分には右サイドからのクロスに反応するもDFジェイソン・ゲリアに先に触られ、36分のシュートは枠外。前半終了間際にもヘディングでゴールを狙ったが得点には至らなかった。決定的な場面もあっただけに名古屋のサポーターからは、ユンカーのコンディションを心配する声とともに、ゴールへの強い期待とプレーへの不満が寄せられている。　「（交代に対して）ユンカーは怪我じゃなきゃいいいんだけど」「ユンカー背負って何かができるタイプでも無いし、基本はボックス内で足振れるかどうか、な選手だけど、その割にラインブレイクの動きがあんま無いんだよね」「今のユンカーって足元で貰っても相手を剥がせないからね」「ユンカー決めてほしいな。ごっつぁんでも何でも良いから決めてくれたら吹っ切れるんじゃないかな」　この新潟戦でゴールを挙げた山岸や、途中出場で前線を活性化させた菊地、そしてベテランとして存在感を示す永井らが5月に結果を残した中、ユンカーは未だ得点という形での貢献が見られていない。サポーターから次はユンカーだという声が強まっており、エースの一撃が待ち望まれている。

In episode 202, Coffey talks with Shannon Norris about a federal court ruling that invalidated portions of the EEOC's 2024 harassment guidance related to sexual orientation and gender identity.  They discuss Norther District of Texas Federal Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk's decision in State of Texas v. EEOC; the narrow scope of the Supreme Court's ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County; the EEOC's broad interpretation of the Bostock ruling in its 2024 Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace; the elimination of courts' deference to agency's opinions under the Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo decision; the distinction between agency guidance and actual law post Loper; practical workplace challenges concerning bathrooms, pronouns, misgendering, and dress codes; the difference between harassment based on biological sex versus sexual orientation or gender identity; why the Texas v. EEOC ruling doesn't change existing anti-harassment law; the importance of maintaining respectful workplaces regardless of legal requirements; and advice for employers to avoid becoming test cases in emerging litigation. Links to stuff they talked about are on our website at https://goodmorninghr.com/EP202 and include the following topics: State of Texas and The Heritage Foundation v. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, et al: Memorandum Opinion and Order EEOC  Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia Certiorari to the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit  Federal judge in Texas rules LGBTQ+ people can be discriminated against at work Federal Judge Scraps Biden EEOC's Gender Identity Guidance: Here's What It Means for the Workplace Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Shannon Norris has represented a broad range of clients since he began practicing in 1993 in the areas of employment law, business litigation, trade secrets, civil fraud, and employee benefits.  During that time, he has represented Fortune 100 companies to small businesses and individuals.  Mr. Norris has extensive experience with employment litigation, noncompete agreements, misappropriation of trade secrets, and occupational fraud.  He is a regular speaker on topics relating to employment law, civil litigation, and human resources. Mr. Norris began his career in 1993 at the law firm of Jones Day, where he was a member of the Labor & Employment Law Section.  He formed his own practice in the year 2000.  He is also a Certified Fraud Examiner and a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. Mr. Norris is Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated.  Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary.  Martindale-Hubbell® PEER REVIEW RATINGS™ fall into two categories—legal ability and general ethical standards. Shannon Norris can be reached athttps://www.norrisfirm.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sdnorris/ About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives: 1.       Understand the constitutional limitations on federal agencies like the EEOC under current law.2.       Understand the limitations of State of Texas v. EEOC and continue to prohibit any workplace harassment or disparate treatment based on sex.3.    &n...

In episode 201, Coffey talks with Jodi Brandstetter about using “design thinking” to effectively integrate AI into HR processes.  They discuss how design thinking focuses on understanding problems from both business and human perspectives; the importance of starting with one specific HR challenge when implementing AI; how AI can assist throughout each stage of the design thinking process; ethical considerations when selecting AI vendors; concerns about job displacement versus job evolution; the value of transparency when implementing AI that affects employees; practical applications like improving communication and automating administrative tasks; security considerations when using AI tools; and the need to continuously test AI tools for bias and effectiveness. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Jodi Brandstetter is an HR consultant, bestselling author, and speaker who specializes in integrating design thinking and AI into HR practices. As the founder of Lean Effective Talent Strategies, she helps small to midsize companies in science, manufacturing, engineering, and technology modernize their talent strategies. With over 20 years of experience, she is certified in Design Thinking and has authored books like Hire by Design and HR by Design. Jodi lives outside of Cincinnati, OH with her husband, daughter and fur babies. Jodi Brandstetter can be reached at:https://jodibrandstetter.com https://linkedin.com/in/jodibrandstetter  About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives: 1.       Apply design thinking methodology when implementing AI to ensure solutions address both business needs and employee experiences.2.       Evaluate AI tools with a focus on responsible vendors, data security, and potential bias to protect both organizations and individuals.3.       Prepare employees for workplace evolution by being transparent about AI implementation and providing upskilling opportunities for roles affected by automation.

Astrid Edwards interviews Samah Sabawi about her memoir Cactus Pear For My Beloved which is shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize. Become an FW member to join the movement and fast-track your professional development Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 200, Coffey talks with Gary Fowler live from the North Texas SHRM Conference about alternative dispute resolution especially mediation when a lawsuit may be involved.  They discuss the distinctions between mediation and arbitration; the confidentiality protections in mediation; the difference between mediation and arbitration; preparation for effective mediation sessions; why decision-makers need to be present during mediation; economic and non-economic factors that can be addressed through mediation; the mediator selection process; who pays for mediation; and how a good mediator helps parties reach agreement. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Gary Fowler is a mediator and arbitrator with JAMS. He has been Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1994 and is a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. With over 35 years of experience in all areas of labor and employment law, he has served as a mediator and arbitrator since 2015. He is a frequent speaker on alternative dispute resolution, focusing on mediation of discrimination, harassment, trade secret, executive compensation, and wage/hour disputes. He was co-chair of the Jackon Walker L&E section from 2013 to 2021, when he joined JAMS. Gary Fowler can be reached athttps://www.jamsadr.com/fowler/  About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week.Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives: 1.       Distinguish between the different forms of alternative dispute resolution2.       Prepare effectively for mediation3.       Understand the confidentiality provisions in mediation agreements and under Texas law

Astrid Edwards interviews Melanie Cheng about her novel The Burrow, which is shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize. Become an FW member to join the movement and fast-track your professional development Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Ken Shuman has a conversation with Dr. Sarojini Sharma, an internal medicine physician, FW graduate, and FW coach. In it Sarojini shares her story of burn-out and the healing she encountered through the Faithwalking process and practices. Key for Sarojini was learning to slow down and live an unhurried life; learning to manage her own anxiety and determining what she is responsible for and what she is not responsible for; living into the guiding principles she established for her life; and how all this led her to a healthier way of dealing with conflict and greater peace. She attests that doing the Faithwalking work has "deepened her companionship with God" and speaks to the healing she experienced from chronic pain and fibromyalgia. In response, Ken acknowledged, "As we get more whole internally, as we get more whole emotionally, mentally, socially...it will impact us physically, and we will become more whole in every arena of our life."This episode was recorded in March 2025.

Astrid Edwards interviews Amy McQuire about Black Witness: The Power of Indigenous Media, which is shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize. Become an FW member to join the movement and fast-track your professional development Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 199, Coffey talks with David McLaughlin about evolving leadership styles and their impact on the workforce. They discuss the evolution of leadership styles from historical figures like Julius Caesar to modern executives; the contrast between transformational and transactional leadership approaches; the connection between leadership, culture, behavior, and results; the importance of developing people rather than just focusing on short-term metrics; and the impact of collaboration on teams. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  Special thanks to Steve Peglar of HR Strategies of Texas for creating the Good Morning, HR theme music.  About our Guest: David B. McLaughlin, M. Ed, SHRM-SCP, CWMF, has been a leader in human resources and organizational development for over 20 years.  He is the founder of Pendulum Coaching, LLC as a coach and consultant, as well as the newly created Modern Leadership Research Lab focusing on leadership research. He has been a leader in the corporate world for some of the most well-known organizations in Oklahoma, including being on the Fortune Best Companies to Work For list in Oklahoma City for 18 years.   David has a M. Ed in Adult Education and B.S. in Accounting from the University of Central Oklahoma. He is also a Ph. D student at Kansas State University researching the intersection of mindfulness and emotional intelligence among leaders.  David is the host of The Modern Leader podcast. He has proudly served on numerous non-profit, association, and business leadership boards across Oklahoma.  David is the author of Modern Leadership: Leaving Vintage Leadership Behind (https://a.co/d/5xxZ7iH).  David McLaughlin can be reached athttp://pendulumcoaching.comhttp://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbmcThe Modern Leader Podcast with David B. McLaughlin  About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week.Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives: 1.       Distinguish between "vintage" leadership (hierarchical, metrics-focused) and "modern" leadership (collaborative, people-focused) to adapt leadership style to today's workforce needs.2.       Implement transformational leadership practices that invest in employee development rather than using transactional approaches that treat employees as replaceable assets.3.       Recognize how team-level culture often has more impact on employee experience than organization-wide culture, emphasizing the critical role of frontline and middle managers.

In this episode, Ken Shuman has a conversation with Sean Rutter, a Faithwalking graduate and new FW coach, about the lie he used to believe that drove him every day and the way FW has equipped and freed him to live into his best and truest self. This episode was recorded in March 2025.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.nymphetalumni.comIn this solo debut episode, Sam introduces us to her fantastically anachronistic obsession: dinosaurs and their recurring impact on fashion and culture. From the “Bone Wars” of the Gilded Age to the fossilized postwar fantasy of The Flintstones to the mass Dinomania surrounding the release of 1993's Jurassic Park, Sam explores paleontological and prehistoric aesthetics as a reflection of cultural anxieties and technological advancements. She also walks us through major fashion moments including Jeremy Scott's electroclash cavewomen (S/S 2010) and Gucci's retro roadside dinosaur encounter (F/W 2017).

In episode 198, Coffey talks with Kelly Baringer about 2025 trends in employee health benefits and strategies for reducing healthcare costs. They discuss value-based care and directed networks that steer patients to providers with better outcomes; consumer-driven healthcare plans with transparent pricing and no balance billing; the rising costs of pharmacy benefits and hidden broker compensation; and fiduciary responsibilities of HR professionals when managing employee healthcare plans. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Kelley Barringer is a Vice President of Employee Benefits Consulting, with the Employee Benefits team located in Dallas, Texas. She serves as a senior client executive, client advocate, and key liaison with our clients' executive teams, human resources, benefits, finance, and operations contacts. She provides oversight of the USI service team including overseeing the day-to-day needs of clients and is responsible for conducting periodic dialogue with key client contacts to assume overall satisfaction with the USI team. She joined USI in 2022 and has been in the insurance industry since 2015.  Prior to USI, Kelley worked at Ardent Solutions/Alera Group for 6.5 years in employee benefits. Before that, she worked in technology sales and services at Canon USA. Kelley spent time in the medical device industry working with physical therapists and in operating rooms with implants.  She has her B.S. in Exercise Science from (UTA) The University of Texas at Arlington and achieved her M.B.A. through (SMU) Southern Methodist University's executive program. She was a Specialist in the US Army Reserve's 441st Ambulance Unit, deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait as a medic.    Kelley is involved in her local SHRM chapter, DallasHR, as a board member, and is a Tri-chair for the Richardson Chamber of Commerce's Women in Leadership Committee. She and her oldest daughter are involved with their local National Charity League chapter. She also sits on the City of Richardson's Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Board.  Kelley was raised in Garland, TX and resides in Richardson, TX.  She and her husband have three school-aged children. Kelley Barringer can be reached athttps://www.usi.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelleybarringer/  About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week.Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.  Learning Objectives: 1.       Investigate value-based care options like UHC's app-based plans that use provider ratings and incentivized co-pays to guide employees toward higher quality care while reducing costs.2.       Identify and understand broker compensation structures within your healthcare plans to fulfill fiduciary responsibilities and ensure transparency in benefit costs.3.       Evaluate personal and company liability protection needs regarding employee benefits decisions, including whether HR professionals need to be covered under errors and omissions policies.

Astrid Edwards interviews Jumaana Abdu about Translations, which is shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize. Become an FW member to join the movement and fast-track your professional development Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Ken Shuman has a conversation with Amy Keahi, a Faithwalking graduate and nonprofit leader from Sioux Center, Iowa. In this conversation Amy shares some of the things that have impacted her most in her FW journey - among others, learning to be curious rather than defending herself; becoming as emotionally healthy as she can be so she can do a better job of helping and leading others; and the power of her positive declaration, "I am good at other things" (listen as she digs into what this means for her). She also speaks about the impact of Faithwalking on the organization she leads, having invited multiple staff members to join her on the FW journey. This episode was recorded in March 2025.

In episode 197, Coffey talks with Adam Dougherty about angry ex-employees and new ways to get sued. They discuss managing post-termination communications from angry ex-employees; responding to threats of litigation; the importance of good people practices when faced with litigation threats; new causes of discrimination claims following last year's Supreme Court Muldrow v. City of St. Louis decision; and the wisdom of always assuming a decision that doesn't go an employees way may constitute an "adverse employment action.” Links to stuff they talked about are on our website at https://goodmorninghr.com/EP197 and include the following topics: -          Evil HR Lady: Former Employee Threatens Lawsuit. How should HR respond?-          Bloomberg Law: Justices' New Bias Test Puts Performance Reviews in Legal Bind Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Adam Dougherty is board certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Adam counsels employers throughout Texas and the United States on a daily basis concerning a multitude of cutting edge and high stakes employment advice matters including terminations disciplinary actions and leave and accommodation issues  Adam also regularly prepares handbooks personnel policies noncompete agreements employment agreements and complex separation agreements In addition to litigating in state and federal courts and arbitration proceedings on various discrimination FLSA and noncompete matters he also regularly appears before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission EEOC US Department of Labor DOL and various state agencies Adam also conducts antiharassment and antidiscrimination training and workplace investigations. In addition to representing companies all across the state of Texas Adam also maintains a national and international practice representing companies operating in each of the states and across the globe In light of his unique experience representing multi state employers he serves on the Steering Committee of the firm's Multistate Advice and Counseling Practice Group. Adam is cocreator along with Sean Urich of “Monthly Conversations with Adam and Sean” an interactive employment law briefing held regularly in Dallas for legal and HR professionals The briefings are also broadcast live to a national and international audience See recent topics and other presentations in “Speeches” below. Adam is a volunteer with DallasHR and has also served as the Co-President of the Shelton School Dads' Group the past president of the University of Arkansas School of Law's National Alumni Association and as a coach of his daughters' basketball and softball teams. Adam Dougherty can be reached at https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-dougherty-6946aa2/ About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives: 1.       Implement proper communication protocols when terminated employees threaten litigation, including directing all communications to one person and preserving relevant documentation.2.       Document performance improvement plans thoroughly and follow through on scheduled check-ins to avoid undermining the company's position in potential litigation.3.       Anticipate more claims under the expanded definition of "adverse employment action" following the Muldrow decision by carefully reviewing workplace decisions that might affect employee status or opportunities.

Astrid Edwards interviews Santilla Chingaipe about Black Convicts: How Slavery Shaped Australia, which is shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize. Become an FW member to join the movement and fast-track your professional development Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Astrid Edwards interviews Michelle de Kretser about Theory & Practice, which is shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize. Become an FW member to join the movement and fast-track your professional development Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the Kentucky Elk Hunt Drawing we're all excited at the thought of elk hunting in the Commonwealth! So we asked Dr. John Hast, KDFWR Bear and Elk Program Coordinator, to join us for an episode... We discuss elk hunting in the state over the years and what it's like now, what the odds of being drawn are, how the process works, tell a few stories, and much more. The deadline to enter for the drawing is April 30, so be sure to click over to FW.KY.GOV and visit "My Profile" if you'd like a chance at getting drawn!

In episode 196, Coffey talks with Sam Kabert about achieving "soul-life balance" as an alternative approach to traditional work-life balance. They discuss the concept of soul-life balance focusing on inner well-being rather than compartmentalizing work and personal life; the 90-second rule for processing emotions based on neuroscience research; the importance that people leaders model soul-life balance; the BREATH framework (Breathe, Relax, Energy to reveal, Accept, Transform, Habits) for emotional regulation; the "ninja breath" technique for managing stress in real-time; practical applications for incorporating these practices in workplace settings; and the importance of processing emotions rather than compartmentalizing them.Sam will be a keynote speaker at the North Texas SHRM Annual Conference on April 298-29, 2025. You can learn more at https://ntxshrm.org/page-1824327 Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Sam Kabert is an expert in subconscious reprogramming, nervous system regulation, and breathwork integration. As a successful entrepreneur turned mental wellness coach, he's helped high-performing leaders break free from burnout, stress, and emotional roadblocks—using the same techniques he'll be teaching in this challenge.Sam Kabert can be reached atinstagram.com/samkabert https://www.linkedin.com/in/kabert/ https://www.facebook.com/soulseekrz https://samkabert.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHi-hxuxUe2ZlPJCMkZ7fFQSam Kabert's BREATH Club: samkabert.com/clubSam Kabert's books on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09T262PKP Soul Seekr podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soul-seekr/id1474728691 About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week.Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth. Learning Objectives:Implement simple breathwork techniques in workplace settings to help employees regulate emotions and manage stress Create psychological safety through practices like WIFL (What I Feel Like expressing) to improve team communication Design wellness initiatives that address inner mental-emotional health rather than simply checking boxes for work-life balance

We are back! Jamila Rizvi introduces a special Stella Season of Anonymous Was A Woman. Astrid Edwards, FW book nerd and Chair of Judges for the 2025 Stella Prize, has interviewed the six authors shortlisted this year. Astrid interviews Michelle de Kretser (Theory & Practice), Santilla Chingape (Black Convicts: How Slavery Shaped Australia), Melanie Cheng (The Burrow), Samah Sabawi (Cactus Pear For My Beloved), Jumaana Abdu (Translations) and Amy McQuire (Black Witness: The Power of Indigenous Media). Interviews will drop before the winner is announced on Friday 23 May 2025. Become an FW member to join the movement and fast-track your professional development Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Ken Shuman has a conversation with Lou Huesmann, a Faithwalker and our newest FW board member, who has over 40 years of experience in pastoral ministry. Lou now works with an organization that serves pastors, ministry leaders, and churches through coaching, care in crisis, and consulting. Lou talks about personal transformation through the Faithwalking process and creating a different kind of culture in a congregation. "Faithwalking is masterful in this way. It doesn't end up as a self-help project. It turns you out to the world." "If there is a healthy version of yourself showing up, then it will be lifegiving to the world."This episode was recorded in February 2025.

In episode 195, Coffey talks with Diane Allen about achieving flow state at work to maximize productivity, creativity, and fulfillment. They discuss the definition of flow as an optimal state of mind where people perform and feel their best; the neurological and physiological aspects of flow including the release of performance-enhancing hormones; how the intersection of skill, challenge, and purpose creates entry points into flow; the impact of workplace interruptions on productivity; how individuals can identify their unique flow strategy; the mechanics of creating group flow in teams; practical workplace design elements that support flow states.Diane will be a keynote speaker at the North Texas SHRM Annual Conference on April 28-29, 2025. You can register for that event at https://ntxshrm.org/event-5716977. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Violinist Diane Allen is an international speaker, thought leader, and best-selling author of Flow: Unlock Your Genius, Love What You Do. She helps leaders and teams activate their flow state, enabling them to navigate disruption, combat burnout, and create thriving cultures where purpose and passion drive peak performance.Her journey into the transformative power of flow began as a young violinist. Feeling bullet-proof with her New York City violin training, she'd show up to auditions with visions of winning the job of her dreams, but fear would get the better part of her.After ten years of experimentation, Diane made a breakthrough. By focusing deeply on her musical interpretation, she activated the flow state, an optimal state of mind where fear dissolves, and performance soars beyond one's imagination.It only took one fearless audition for Diane to become a 15-year Concertmaster (lead violinist) of the Central Oregon Symphony, a beloved violin teacher for 28 years, and author of the Fingerboard Workbook series for violin, viola, cello and bass.It was her groundbreaking Flow Strategy™ system that earned her a spot on the TEDxNaperville stage with features on TED, ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX.With the elegance of drawing the bow across her Copper Dragon violin, Diane's experiential programs blend live musical performance, scientific principles, storytelling, positive psychology, inspiration, and actionable takeaways, empowering people to activate their flow state, be in their genius, and love what they do.Diane Allen can be reached at:TEDx/TED Talkhttps://dianeallen.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianeallenspeaker/https://www.instagram.com/dianeallenspeaker/https://www.facebook.com/dianeallenspeaker/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZOk_r1n2X2FmbRcoiUhIHQAbout Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week.Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth. Learning Objectives:Identify the three key elements (skill, challenge, and purpose) necessary to create flow states for individuals and teams.Design work environments that minimize interruptions and allow for uninterrupted blocks of focused time.Develop strategies to help employees recognize and access their unique flow triggers.

In episode 194, Coffey talks with Lucy Adams about transforming people practices to meet modern business needs.They discuss how traditional HR processes focus on conformity rather than flexibility; the tendency to design policies around the lowest common denominator rather than individual needs; regulation burdens in the UK versus the US; opportunities to reframe DEI initiatives to be more effective and inclusive; the challenges of the hybrid workplace model; the importance of carefully selecting managers who actually want to lead people; the impact of AI on HR functions and employee roles.Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Lucy Adams was the BBC's HR Director during one of its most turbulent periods. Responsible for all aspects of employee relations, reward, training and development, she reduced the BBC management by over 30%, saving the organisation £25m a year. In her five year tenure Lucy saw four Directors General come and go, oversaw the move to Manchester site and coped with numerous, very public crises including executive pay-offs and the Savile scandal. This alongside the everyday work of talent retention, development and remuneration, HR policy, and the challenges of delivering multiple changes in a publicly-funded organisation working in a highly commercial, fast-moving sector with over 20,000 employees.Prior to working at the BBC, Lucy was Group HR Director at Serco, the government services business, and at the law firm Eversheds.For the last 10 years Lucy has been the CEO of Disruptive HR with the mission of 'changing people practices for good'. Lucy challenges business leaders and HR professionals to reappraise their approaches and to consider how relevant and productive they are in a disrupted world. She offers new ideas and practical innovative approaches that the more progressive companies are already adopting. Combining her strategic HR expertise with practical implementation, she advocates for an innovative yet grounded approach which aims to put the “human” back into Human Resources.
Lucy is not just a business leader and hugely popular keynote speaker, but also a well-known author of the bestseller “HR Disrupted” a book packed with practical ways to innovate your approach to leading people in a disrupted world. Her latest book bestseller “The HR ChangeToolkit” provides the complete guide to making it happen.Lucy Adams can be reached athttps://disruptivehr.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucykadams https://www.facebook.com/hrdisruptive https://www.instagram.com/disruptive_hr About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week.Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth. Learning Objectives:Develop HR practices that prioritize customization for individuals rather than enforcing broad conformityImplement people leadership strategies that balance compliance requirements with genuine human engagementEstablish alternative career paths that don't force skilled individual contributors into management roles they don't want

In episode 193, Coffey talks with Terri Swain about recent HR news items including return-to-office mandates, “illegal DEI”, and whether it is Alt+Ctrl+Delete or Ctrl+Alt+Delete. They discuss SHRM's report showing significantly higher workplace incivility in companies with return-to-office mandates; challenges with remote work including leadership development and communication skills; the "over-employment" phenomenon where remote workers secretly hold multiple full-time jobs; the Trump administration's position on DEI programs and the EEOC's new guidance; how political affiliation affects hiring decisions; the importance of rebranding DEI efforts while maintaining their core purpose.Links to stuff they talked about are on our website at https://goodmorninghr.com/EP193 and include the following topics:- SHRM: How Return-to-Office Mandates Are Affecting Workplace Civility- Business Insider: Secretly Working 2 Remote Jobs, RTO Could Hurt Overemployment - Business Insider- HR Dive: EEOC Outlines How DEI Might Be ‘Unlawful'- HR Morning ‘Illegal DEI' Explained: 12 Warnings in New EEOC Guidance- EEOC: What To Do If You Experience Discrimination Related to DEI at Work- EEOC: What You Should Know About DEI-Related Discrimination at Work- Reddit: [OR] Not Hiring Trump SupportersGood Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for .75 recertification credits. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Terri is the founder and Chief Truth Seeker with DecipHR a Fort Worth based, human resources consulting firm specializing in Equal Employment Opportunity investigations, employee relations and interim HR leadership. The company was founded in 2022 after the sale of her 24 year old company, The HR Consultant in 2021. DecipHR has a nationwide and diverse client base, specializing in solving complex employee relations issues and providing interim HR leadership to growing companies.  Prior to her consulting role, she had Fortune 200 human resource leadership experience in the areas of employee relations, human resource planning, and training and development.Terri began her career in human resources via government compliance as an investigator for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).  In her spare time, she enjoys a good book, a brisk walk, loud live music and travel to new places.Terri Swain can be reached athttps://www.linkedin.com/in/terriswainAbout Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week.Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth. Learning Objectives:Evaluate return-to-office policies based on business needs rather than blanket mandates.Implement performance management systems that effectively monitor productivity regardless of work location.Develop inclusive workplace initiatives that comply with legal requirements and meet business objectives

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.nymphetalumni.comIn this edition of Study Break, we discuss the Hollyweirdness of the Oscars (notably that James Bond humiliation ritual), Pretty Little Thing's rebrand from Love Island resortwear to halal clean girl prison clothes, the Losercore undertones of Prada's FW 2025 show, the abjection of the Shrek 5 trailer and the gravity of Shrek's highbrow legacy, the revolt against millennial burger joints and craft breweries, plus Biz makes a special announcement.Links:James Bond Musical Tribute at the 97th Oscars (Lisa, Doja Cat, Raye)Pretty Little ThingFeatured PLT monstrosities: sage tailored cropped blazer/dress, burgundy soft rib two piece set, grey bardot ruched dressPLT founder Umar Kamani on their rebrand – DrapersBoohoo/PLT/Nasty Gal class action settlementPrada Fall 2025 Ready-to-Wear Collection on Vogue RunwayShrek 5 Official Trailer on YouTubeEuphoria Season 3's "Silver Slipper" strip clubKyle Gordon's "We Will Never Die" on TikTokMillennial burger spot roast on TikTokTate McRae – Revolving door (Official Music Video)Flew out to Atlanta TikTok storytime (Girl's POV)Flew out to Atlanta TikTok storytime (Boy's POV)Appalachian hair texture discourse on TikTokStephanie Soo/Rotten Mango Ash Trevino Deep Dive on YouTube