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Ep240:  Recruits and star employees have choices, and they demand work-life balance and flexibility, but what does that look like? We introduce AAIM Member Lane Heaney, an HR Generalist at Child Care Answers. Lane watches firsthand how her organization empowers employers to provide the support their employee's demand. Also, Lane discusses how she keeps her head above water as a one-person HR department.   Lawyer on the Clock:  4:07 - Do current OSHA standards for high hazard industries require you to submit 300 logs, 301 logs, or both?   9:11 - How do you determine if you are in a high hazard industry?   11:01 - Mandatory lunch meetings: clocked-in or clocked-out?   Philburt's Phorum: 13:25 - Monique, our AI contributor tests out new looks.    The Employers' Lounge: Child Care Answers 16:31 - Lane Heaney discusses moving away from the “employees' child care issues are not my issues” mentality.    21:09 - Employer provided solutions for employee childcare can vary greatly: splitting shifts, job sharing, flexible spending accounts, childcare subsidies, PTO, or even just including information about available local programs in your onboarding.   25:55 - Remote work has brought up new issues when it comes to childcare while parents are working from home.    Poll Results 26:38 -  Flexibility in hours and location was the number one response to “which of the following do you think impacts work life balance the most?”   28:15 - Our listeners overwhelmingly have not implemented any type of child care support for employees and do not feel it is a fit for their organization. Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Tom Chibnall, Associate, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  Lane Heaney, HR Generalist, Child Care Answers   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

Ep238:  We turn the spotlight towards another impressive AAIM member company, Bunzl Distribution, an organization with a global reach that calls St Louis home for their North American operations. We welcome a special guest, John Lyday, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for Bunzl North America. From a concerted dedication to leadership training and personal development, to inspiring an enthusiasm for diversity, you'll surely walk away with insights you can apply to your area of focus. Plus, the spotlight's on Tom Chibnall too as he's this week's Lawyer on the Clock. Lawyer on the Clock: 4:21 - The Supreme Court has changed direction on whether it is considered undue hardship when it comes to how coworkers are adversely impacted when it comes to religious accommodations.  7:23 - The Supreme Court also ruled it is unconstitutional to consider race as a factor in admissions practices for universities and colleges.  Philburt's Phorum: n/a The Employers' Lounge: Bunzl Distribution 11:31 - Bunzl's growth comes from acquisitions, and our largest challenge comes from finding the right companies, and integrating them into Bunzl and our culture, but keeping the best of who they are.  16:06 - Post-pandemic, Bunzl has invested in a specialized talent acquisition team, onboarding, and engagement of new hires.     Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Nick Barton, Vice President, Feature Group USA Tom Chibnall, Associate, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  John Lyday, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Bunzl North America   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

Ep237:  It's a multi-generational workforce, and to unlock the potential that these different perspectives can offer, it's going to take actively understanding the diverse skills, experiences, and values of our people. We welcome to the show, Strategic Business Consultant, Tanya Zion. Tanya will bring insights that she's gained from both research and real-world situations to help you elevate your organization. Lawyer on the Clock: 6:24 - The US Supreme Court issued a split decision that allows Coinbase (a cryptocurrency company) to pause a lawsuit while it appeals a dispute over sending claims to arbitration. 12:24 - An investigation has begun into 23 companies that appear to have committed wage theft.  14:29 - The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is officially in effect. Philburt's Phorum: 18:06 - Phil attempts to understand a dramatic recreation of a GenZ breakup.  The Employers' Lounge: Multi-Generational Workforce 21:19 - When it comes to younger generations, we have to meet them where they are and cultivate a curiosity of why we function differently in the workplace. The expectations and differences that we have to deal with are real. Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  Tanya Zion, Strategic Business Consultant - Executive Coach, AAIM Employers' Association Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production   

Ep236:  There's no debate that Artificial Intelligence is impacting Human Resources. However, while some fear we're on a reckless path towards an Extinction-Level event, we're going to slow it down, take a breath, narrow our focus, and concentrate first on avoiding a Career-Ending event. Back by popular demand is Jenn Betts, an expert in the impact of technology in the workplace. We discuss what AI tools are being embraced, what legal snags to consider, and what's already in the works when it comes to legislation. Lawyer on the Clock: 3:29 - The senate Chambers Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee advanced legislation to overhaul labor laws governing unionization, paid sick leave, and wage discrimination.  10:25 - Employees at the Afton Starbucks in St. Louis have petitioned with the Service Employees International Union to organize.  Philburt's Phorum: 13:23 - Fun with AI apps that make Phil and Burt sing and dance. The Employers' Lounge: Is HR Ready for AI at Work? 16:47 - There is an interesting gap in what different people and organizations consider Artificial Intelligence when reporting on if they use it in their HR processes. It can be as simple as a chat bot.  23:16 - The EEOC has concerns about disparate impacts when using these technologies in the hiring process, and has issued some guidance.  27:05 - New York City has a blockbuster law, which is the first to place detailed, robust requirements related to employer use of AI in the workplace.    Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  Jenn Betts, Office Managing Shareholder, Co-Chair of Technology Practice Group - Ogletree Deakins Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

Ep235: Today, we welcomed back our Washington D.C. insider Jim Plunkett, Shareholder and Senior Government Relations Counsel at Ogletree Deakins to connect the dots between regulation news and your organization. Lawyer on the Clock: 5:11 - Starbucks has been hit with a $26 million verdict in discrimination case. 8:45 - NLRB has revived an Obama-era standard for looking at who is an employee versus an independent contractor. 11:29 - Congress is considering extending legislation that excludes sexual harassment from arbitration agreements to discrimination claims.  Philburt's Phorum: 15:18 - It's tough to share a name with a celebrity! The Employers' Lounge: Congress at Work 16:48 - Jim Plunkett discusses current and upcoming legislation that may affect your workplace, including affirmative action, arbitration, independent contractors, and child labor.    Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  Jim Plunkett, Shareholder and Senior Government Relations Counsel, Ogletree Deakins   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production   

Ep234: We know your workplace has its own special brew of challenges and opportunities, but like you, we also understand the value of knowing what others in your position have in their mug!  With that in mind, we're excited to bring you insights from Ogletree Deakins' freshly tabulated benchmarking survey with responses from nearly 1,100 in-house counsel and key decision-makers. And to present the findings is Jim McGrew from Ogletree Deakins. In his role, Jim is constantly talking with business professionals trying to succeed in the same arena as you. Having also served as in-house legal counsel and as director of human resources for Chef Emeril, he's the guy to lean on when translating tallies to the workplace. Lawyer on the Clock: 5:30 - The Pump Act guidance has been issued by the DOL.  9:30 - A Supreme Court ruling will allow employers to sue unions for damages under certain circumstances for damages incurred during a strike, but it was in a very specific case. 11:22 - The Ninth Circuit Court on the West Coast issued a decision that said sexually demeaning and violent language in rap music may sustain a sexual harassment complaint. Philburt's Phorum: 15:16 - Express lanes, vegetarians, and dog lovers. The Employers' Lounge: The State of HR 17:46 -  Jim McGrew discusses the results of the Ogletree Deakins' benchmarking survey, including hiring and retention, multijurisdictional compliance, and remote work.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  James M. McGrew, Chief Client Services Officer, Ogletree Deakins   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

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Ep233: Like a balloon filling up with air to the point it explodes, your workforce just might be filling up with stress. So how can employers prevent employees from blowing up? Good question. To help with answers, we welcome Dr. Cathy Daus, Professor at SIUE, and an expert in stress management and emotional intelligence. Police organizations, hospitals, and AAIM members alike look to her for guidance when it comes to improving wellness and enjoying the positive results that follow.   Lawyer on the Clock: 4:04 - The NLRB's General Counsel, Jennifer Abruzzo, has issued a memorandum that non-compete agreements in employment contracts and severance agreements violate the NLRA except in limited circumstances. This does not cover management, and does not stray from advice or recommendations that non-compete really should be narrowly tailored to those employees who really can impact or hurt the organization just simply by leaving to go to a competitor.  7:30 - The nomination of Julie Su to Secretary of Labor is currently held up in congress.  8:42 - The EEOC has announced it will be cracking down on the construction industry for anti-bias enforcement, particularly as it relates to gender and race.  9:16 - The NLRB, Division 14 in Missouri has concluded that workers at a Missouri cannabis dispensary can move forward with unionization without including two other stores because they are categorized as a health care employer under the MO Department of Health and Senior Services.  Philburt's Phorum: 13:01 - An empty test email was accidentally sent out to the HBO Max mailing list by an intern. The people of the internet responded with the biggest (and most amusing) mistakes they had made in their careers.  The Employers' Lounge: Workplace Stress 16:40 -  Dr. Cathy Daus, Professor at SIUE, and an expert in stress management and emotional intelligence, joins the program to discuss stress, and provide tips on emotional management and stress response in the workplace.  23:33 - Workers in the US have been stressed for many decades, and we have seen the trend increase over time. 25:19 - One of the biggest, most consistent buffers for stress is social support. 28:50 - People bring themselves into the workplace, and all aspects of themselves need to be nurtured and supported.  32:37 - It is unsurprising that micromanagement came up as one of the biggest stressors in our poll. Being micromanaged makes people feel like they don't have control.    Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  Dr. Cathy Daus, Professor and Director of the I/O Psychology Program at SIUE, and Trainer at AAIM   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production

Ep232: Our friend and compensation aficionado Michael Maciekowich joins the program to offer insights into Pay Equity and Pay Transparency. Is your organization conducting pay equity audits? How much of the results should be shared with the staff? And how can you make pay transparency part of your compensation strategy? All this and more on This Week at Work. Lawyer on the Clock: 6:11 - A new law was signed last year to begin the middle of this year called the Pump Act: Provide Urgent Material Protections for Nursing Mothers Act. Here's a link to the updated DOL poster: Fact Sheet #73: Break Time for Nursing Mothers under the FLSA | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov) 8:15 - The EEOC has issued new guidance on employer use of artificial intelligence, and making sure AI does inadvertently discriminate.  13:14 - The Eighth Circuit Court issued a ruling regarding ADA accommodations as it relates to service animals. Philburt's Phorum: 15:55 - Monique surprises us with a less-than-compelling argument on why she can be used for unbiased recruiting… and become a cohost. You'll have to watch to see if Phil and Bert are swayed.  The Employers' Lounge 19:56 - As pay transparency laws are going into effect, if you haven't already been transparent with your ranges, it's time to really look at if you have issues with pay equity. Are your pay ranges based on performance or experience or other factors?  24:33 - If you do find any discrepancies in your pay structure, it's best to work with your labor attorney who will work with us to immediately start a more detailed audit and provide a report.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  Michael Maciekowich, National Director, Astron Solutions   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

Ep231: In an AAIM Member Spotlight, we ask Julio Govreau of LaunchCode how he has built such an engaged and purpose-driven workforce on his way to being recognized by St. Louis Business Journal as a 2023 HR Award Honoree.  Lawyer on the Clock: 2:55 - A new salary range disclosure law will go into effect January 2025 in Illinois, similar to those recently enacted in New York and California, among others. Illinois employers will need to include salary ranges in their job advertisements.  6:19 - EEOC is taking the lead in governmental agencies on the use of AI.  Philburt's Phorum: 12:42 - It's not what you say… it's how you say it.  AAIM Member Spotlight: Julio Govreau with LaunchCode 14:33 - Julio Govreau is the Vice President of People Operations at LaunchCode, where they provide free technical training for individuals with the passion, drive, and aptitude to launch a career in IT.  18:23 - Coming out of the pandemic, there are many challenges regarding anxiety and stress. We try to be cognizant of supporting not just professionals, but the individual as a whole.  24:31 - One of the things that came out of our employee opinion survey was that we wanted to continue to be very transparent throughout our organization. We make sure employees know what leadership is talking about. 27:00 - A focus going forward in a competitive market is making sure our employees are reskilling or upskilling.    Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  Julio Govreau, Vice President of People Operations, LaunchCode

Ep229:  We recap what will go down as one of the best AAIM Leadership Conferences to date with special guest conference attendee Barry Engelhardt, SHRM-SCP. Barry helped us recap the event which focused on #leadershipdevelopment, #employeeengagement, #employeeretention, #talentmanagement, #corporateculture, and other #hrtrends2023 and #hrstrategies. Plus, get the latest #hrnews affecting your #workplace. Thanks to all the breakout presenters and keynote speakers Emily Martin, Donnie Campbell (aka the real #tedlasso), and Jack Becker for helping energize our region's workplaces. #beagoldfish Lawyer on the Clock: 6:05 - The NLRB issued a decision that changes the standards relating to discipline or discharge of workers who cross the line with offensive or abusive conduct while engaging in protected activity under the National Labor Relations Act. This is of interest to both unionized and nonunion employers with the board reversing a 2020 ruling that stated employees do not have a right to engage in harassing or profane conduct toward other employees and toward supervisors and customers. 11:52 - The NLRB also ruled that some employees have the right to wear Black Lives Matter or BLM insignia on their uniforms while at work. 15:23 - A federal judge in Connecticut acquitted six executives in a Department of Justice (DOJ) lawsuit alleging that the defendants conspired together in an illegal no-poach agreement, avoiding criminal actions against six executives. Philburt's Phorum: 18:04 - #TWAW, Selfie images of attendees posing on This Week at Work 9th Annual AAIM Leadership Conference Takeaways: 20:50 - Overall thoughts about the conference from attendee, Barry Engelhardt 22:00 - Review of morning keynote speaker, Emily Martin, COO of Guarantee Electrical 24:20 - Notable breakout sessions on leadership and reliability statistics from Lisa Nichols and Kevin Keller, respectively 28:15 - Review of 2nd keynote speaker Donnie Campbell, aka the real Ted Lasso 31:05 - Review of anchor keynote speaker Jack Becker, retired US Navy Super Hornet Combat Pilot and leading process consultant   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Special Guest(s):  Barry Engelhardt, Human Resources Director, SHRM-SCP, Store Supply Warehouse   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production

Ep227:  It's 4/20, a date that lives in hempfamy…  What started in the early 70's as a meetup time for a group of high schoolers to smoke weed, is now a symbol of marijuana merriment. And with more states legalizing recreational use, HR professionals are trying to get their heads around the safety risks, impact on productivity and performance, legal implications, and its effects on employee relations and public image. Lawyer on the Clock: 8:49 - There is currently a case in front of the supreme court taking up the issue of what employers have to do to accommodate religious requests.  15:05 - Confirmation hearings are about to begin for Julie Su, the nominee for Labor Secretary, who is a proponent of the California ABC test to determine whether a person is an independent contractor or employee.  Philburt's Phorum: 21:03 - Monique is back, celebrating 4/20, and giving Phil and Burt a chance to test their reasonable suspicion skills.  This Weed at Work: 25:26 - At yesterday's Reasonable Suspicion program, someone asked, can we designate all of our manufacturing jobs safety critical? Phil and Burt go into detail on how, why, and when a position is safety sensitive. 30:31 - The legalization of marijuana for medical and recreational purposes does not give an employee the right to be at work under the influence of marijuana.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

Ep225:  What's driving all these layoffs? Could it make hiring easier for you in 2023? And what expectations do top candidates have and how can we meet them? We have Randy Simms with us from Simms Search to help answer these questions. Philburt's Phorum: 6:12 - Going viral over the past week, a job posting from a tech company in Texas included a note for the recruiting team asking for only “US citizens (white).” While the posting is legitimate, the company in question is claiming a former employee actually edited the posting to include the discriminatory language.  Special Guest Ryan Sims 10:09 -  A large part of what we do is research and use data to provide a good benchmark of what's going on in the market.  13:42 - Big tech layoffs aren't necessarily shifting the sales in recruiting because those candidates are quickly snatched up. There's still more opportunities and openings that companies are struggling to fill. It should be at least another three years before it balances out. 16:49 - Candidates are being much more upfront asking about compensation and remote work. They have more confidence and don't want to waste anyone's time if the position isn't right, as they have multiple opportunities going at once.  18:00 - Companies that aren't able to offer a remote or hybrid role are at a disadvantage and losing candidates.  23:05 - Companies that are staying with their same recruiting practices saying there is a lack of qualified candidates, yet other companies are getting those candidates. Organizations with good competitive compensation strategies are not struggling to bring candidates to them.    Guest(s): Randy Sims, President, Sims Executive Search Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep221:  We continue a conversation that started last week when discussing recent court rulings in the space of wage and hour and exempt/non-exempt status. And just as a meteorologist offers guidance on whether to dig out the umbrella, Phil and Burt offer what's on their radar when it comes to forecasting the impact of the FLSA. Wouldn't clear skies ahead be nice?   Lawyer on the Clock: 6:24 - Many companies are transitioning from having a difficult time finding employees to doing layoffs, and one thing being seen at many of them is targeting diversity programs first, which is being noticed by the media.   11:24 - May 11, 2023 is the day emergency declarations implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic will expire. This means starting July 10, certain things are going to end that affect COBRA. Businesses should consider sending communications to inform participants about the deadline changes.    13:40 - Julie Su has been nominated to lead the Department of Labor, but faces some strong opposition from the International Franchise Association lobby.   Philburt's Phorum:  16:19 - Have you heard about body doubling for those who work at home? Remote workers are meeting with others on TikTok or Zoom to keep them company while they work. It provides a sense of community and helps them stay on task.     The Employer's Lounge 22:15 - Poll results: How do you stay up to date on changes to wage and hour laws and regulations? How do you communicate your policies?   24:41 - Exempt vs nonexempt for FLSA: DOL fact sheet number 17a covers exemptions for executive, administrative, professional computer, and outside sales employees. And giving an employee a fancy title does not provide exemption, the DOL sees through that.  Fact sheets 17a-17u cover all the details.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President & CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): na   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production

On February 21, the NLRB ruled that employers may not offer employees severance agreements that require employees to broadly waive their rights under the National Labor Relations Act.   The decision looks to toss out non-disparagement clauses for non-management employees. Will it hold up in courts? How should employers tread in the meantime? You have questions, Phil and Burt have answers, well, we suppose “that depends”.   Lawyer on the Clock: 4:23 - A recent case filed under the Fair Labor Standards Act brings to light how exemptions work in regards to paid overtime. There are many exemptions under this law for salaried employees, but there are limitations employers should be aware of. The results of this case offer a roadmap for employers to comply.   11:49 - President Biden has nominated Julie Su as the new Secretary of Labor. She previously led the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, so we can expect to see many of the labor standards in California brought to the national level.    Philburt's Phorum:  14:01 - Genbot the AI guest host, actually named Monique, visits again to plead her case to remain as permanent cast member. Phil shares some vacation photos.    The Employer's Lounge 18:12  -  Phil and Burt discuss severance agreements, and the big changes coming from the NLRB to what can be included in them and how confidential they can be. Future agreements will likely need to include language about not restricting an employee's Section 7 rights under the National Labor Relations Act, meaning they have the right to engage in protected activity of discussing terms and conditions of employment with coworkers.    28:45 - Poll results: Most of our listeners have not had an employee sue over a severance agreement. Those who have offered severance mostly offer compensation or stock options and have liability waivers.    Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President & CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Monique   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep219:  With AI-powered tools like chatbots, predictive analytics, and facial recognition, HR professionals are now able to make data-driven decisions that optimize productivity, reduce bias, and improve overall business outcomes. But those benefits don't come without risks! Burt and special guest Jenn Betts, also a Shareholder at Ogletree Deakins, discuss how AI is transforming your workplace.   1:37 - Special guest Jenn Betts joins the show!   Lawyer on the Clock: 4:50 - Yesterday, the NLRB came out with a very significant decision that confidentiality non-disparagement provisions are illegal in severance agreements presented to Section 7 employees. The genesis of the case was an employer furloughing employees, presenting them with severance agreements and allegedly not negotiating with the union. While court challenges of this case are expected, what do employers do in the meantime? Do they continue to put confidentiality and nondisclosure or non-disparagement provisions in their severance agreements? Should you talk to your legal counsel about savings clauses and how does the  Section 211 indicia of supervisory responsibility relate?   Philburt's Phorum:  16:26 - In Phil's absence, our show is hijacked by JennBot, the show's number 1 fan, and Burt must talk her down from work domination.   The Employer's Lounge 20:22  - ChatGPT benefits and ChatGPT risks in the workplace.   23:47 - Who is using Artificial Intelligence in business and in what ways is AI automating HR processes?   25:51 - Legal guidance for AI at work, including an executive order from President Biden regarding artificial intelligence and how the current legislation and guidance is mostly telling employers to give people notice when using these tools.   Host(s):  Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins Jenn Betts, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep218:  As an HR professional, you know that conducting thorough and fair investigations is critical to maintaining a positive work environment, while ensuring that your organization complies with legal requirements. But workplace investigations can be complex, sensitive, and time-consuming, so it's essential to approach them with a clear plan. Whether you're a seasoned HR pro or just starting in your role, don't miss this informative and practical discussion on how to navigate the investigation process effectively.   Lawyer on the Clock: 6:18 - The FAIR Arbitration Act was signed into law on March 3, 2022, and amended the Federal Arbitration act to make predispute arbitration agreements for sexual harassment and sexual assault claims invalid and unenforceable. Meanwhile in California, a law has been struck down that limited the use of all arbitration agreements in the workplace.   13:25 - The DOL released new guidance on telework or remote work under the Fair Labor Standards Act and the FMLA regarding hours worked, meal periods, and breaks.    Philburt's Phorum:  18:54 - What's your walkup song? Here's ours. Walkup songs for all our HR professionals!   The Employer's Lounge 21:49  - Poll results: Burt and Phil discuss the results about investigations in the workplace. Don't miss our workplace investigation training next month, which you can join in person or simulcast.

ep217: HR Tech sounds great: applicant tracking, automated processes, quantified feedback... But what's the point? If our points don't connect and draw lines towards better employee experiences and business outcomes. Phil, Bert, and special guest Erin Miley, AAIM's business manager for member and pre-hire services, discuss what to do with all that fragmented data. 4:10 - What to expect at the Wayfinder Event this Friday, February 10, 2023.   Lawyer on the Clock: 6:58 - First up is a COVID-19 related case out of New Jersey involving a restaurant that terminated an employee for quarantining after an exposure to COVID-19 and developing symptoms. This is ongoing, but similar cases are coming.   10:11 - Two new laws are coming down the pike. The first is the Pregnant Workers' Fairness Act, which requires employers to offer reasonable accommodations to employees who are expecting and bars companies from punishing a pregnant worker who seeks an arrangement to help them safely do their job.   12:32 - The second is the Pump Act, which expands workplace protections for lactating employees by requiring employers to provide all employees who are nursing with reasonable time and private space to express breastmilk.   12:59 - The EEOC announced its enforcement priorities for the next several years. They're really going to be looking at systemic issues and things that are systemwide that impact more people.   17:15 - NLRB numbers are out and union membership is now 6.6% of the private sector workforce.   Philburt's Phorum:  20:57 - Phil places some Superbowl vs. Workplace bets.    The Employer's Lounge 23:58  - Poll results are in, and expense management is by far the application most of our viewers would exclude from a suite of HR applications.    24:53 - Erin Miley discusses using an integrated HR solution, which connects various platforms together to create a streamlined process of flow of information, and what we need to consider about the tools that we're using as far as collecting, storing, and retaining data.    Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Erin Miley, AAIM Business Manager, Member & Pre-Hire Services   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production

ep216: Today we talk about sourcing. The perfect fit for your opening is out there, but every wrong turn wastes time, burns resources, and increases your chances of getting lost along the way. Kris Gfell, HR Business Manager at AAIM, joins us to offer insights into what methods our HR by the Hour team is implementing to successfully source talent. Plus, Burt's back and he'll let us peek inside his briefcase which is full of breaking news in employment law.   Lawyer on the Clock: 5:59 - In Illinois, the Paid Leave for All Workers Act goes into effect January 1, 2024, which gives employees up to 40 hours of paid leave during the 12 month period that they can take for any reason. 09:49 - OSHA has announced a very aggressive plan to address employer workplace safety in 2023, making it easier to issue citations for individual situations. 12:45 - Congress is easing criminal offense restrictions for employment with financial institutions.  13:51 - There is a case in front of the Supreme Court right now regarding religious accommodations.   Philburt's Phorum:  18:09 - Let's play Hired or Not Hired!   The Employer's Lounge 22:54 - What is the biggest problem recruiters face? 24:21 - The population growth in those in the 15 to 64 age group has flattened since 2020, and that's going to continue. 25:17 - Sourcing is going out and finding candidates, rather than just posting and hoping to get candidates.    Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burt Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Kris Gfell, AAIM HR Business Manager   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep215: Data is power, and that kind of power needs to be driven by your “WHY”. Tanya Zion provides real examples to show how simple questions can lead to meaningful change. Plus, Tom Chibnall goes deeper into the impact data can have on difficult decisions like the mass layoffs we're seeing in the tech industry.   Lawyer on the Clock: 6:11 - Adverse impact analysis - With mass layoffs at big employers like Microsoft and Salesforce, we're reminded to evaluate the risks involved with workforce reductions, like unintended bias.   Philburt's Phorum:  15:46 - A funny look at intuition vs. data.   The Employer's Lounge 18:04 - How do you get the CEO to listen to the data? Make sure your “Why” is the driving force. 22:00 - When management says, “We communicate effectively, but the employees just don't care.” 24:32 - Poll results - How likely would an employee at your organization be able to accurately state their contribution to the strategic mission? 26:00 - The importance of training supervisors, closing the loop, and asking the right questions.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Tom Chibnall, Associate Attorney, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Tanya Zion, Senior HR Consultant   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep214: We bring insights into people analytics and opportunities to back up your decisions with metrics. At the same time, we discuss the EEOC's plan to target employers using AI to make employment decisions.   Lawyer on the Clock: 4:17 - The EEOC released its 2023 Strategic Enforcement Plan and specifically targets artificial intelligence programs that are designed to help the recruitment, hiring, and promotion processes of personnel decisions. It is your responsibility to unearth any inherent bias in your processes, even if provided by a vendor. 10:28 - Next week we'll get into large group layoffs and using the right data to help defend personnel decisions.   Philburt's Phorum:  12:57 - Fun with data no matter which side of the analytics fence you're on.   The Employer's Lounge 15:53 - Do you use people analytics in your organization? 18:49 - The importance of asking, “Why?”, to get the best results. 20:33 - The risks and opportunities of people analytics. 26:40 - Real world examples of people analytics.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Tom Chibnall, Associate Attorney, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Tanya Zion, Senior HR Consultant   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep213:  0:15 - Meet Jack Becker, US Navy Fighter Pilot and one of our featured keynote speakers presenting at our 9th Annual AAIM Leadership Conference. He shares valuable insights on how to repeat success, not failure. Plus Tom Chibnall fills in for Burt as the Lawyer on the Clock to cover the FTC's recent non-compete announcement.   Lawyer on the Clock:   4:14 - The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released a statement saying it was going to issue a formal notice to essentially ban non-competes. This is currently in the rulemaking process, when the agency hears from the public.   8:40 - Disney CEO Bob Iger issues a return to office decree to employees.   11:33 - Back to non-compete news. Expect Lawsuits.   Philburt's Phorum:    13:48 - Examples of the 4 Types of Humor. Which are the right ones and wrong ones for the office?   The Employer's Lounge   17:44 - Poll results: Sports Coach gets the most votes of confidence to be a great leader.   19:30 - Meet our mystery guest, Jack Becker.   23:10 - Jack takes audiences on a mission to repeat your successes and not repeat your failures by learning from your wingmen through debriefing.   25:43 - The Top Gun process that Jack brings to his engagements - brief, execute, debrief.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Tom Chibnall, Associate Attorney, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Jack Becker, Former US Navy Fighter Pilot and Keynote Speaker at the 9th Annual AAIM Leadership Conference on May 3rd   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep212:  0:12 - What is the greatest risk to your career? The status quo. Sure, there's a risk to change, but the bigger risk just might be changing nothing. Plus, the new hybrid…workers and their pets, LOL! Lawyer on the Clock:   3:38 - Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, who it affects, and what is required of employers.   8:36 - The Federal Trade Commission is cracking down on the use of non-compete clauses for lower level employees.    13:07 - A new amendment in Illinois, going into effect 1/1/2023 provides that there is a mandatory, unpaid, 20 minute meal break for any employee who works for seven and one half continuous hours or longer, which must be provided within the first 5 hours worked. Philburt's Phorum:    13:52 - The dog ate my homework! Working with pets   The Employer's Lounge   17:32 - Planning and goal setting for the new year: Phil provides his favorite form for this process, which helps break it up into trackable sections and timeframes.   22:27 - Poll Results: What do you see as the greatest risk to achieving success in your career?   25:03 - Employment numbers have returned to pre-pandemic levels, but even the Fed says they see unemployment rising in 2023.   28:15 -  We want to invite everyone to participate on January 12th when we cover the national report of predicted trends of 2023.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO, AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins (St. Louis office)   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production

ep210:  0:15 - From Lame Duck to New Paddlers: What Employers Can Expect From Congress. Special guest Jim Plunkett, This Week at Work's Washington D.C. insider, gives us the scoop on efforts from the House Democratic majority prior to handing control over to Republicans, and also what might be the first order of business for the newly sworn in. Plus, we have a little fun at the expense of the office politicians we all know.  Lawyer on the Clock:   4:37 - Minimum wage adjustments, the Respect for Marriage Act, the $2.7 TRILLION spending bill ($13.8 BILLION of which is devoted to the US Department of Labor and $299 MILLION for the NLRB).   9:57 - New study from Bloomberg Law suggests substantially weaker job growth in 2022 than official figures suggest.   Philburt's Phorum:    13:52 - 7 office politicians according to Quill.com.   The Employer's Lounge   17:30 - Lame Duck: Congress hammers out an agreement to avoid the National Freight Rail strike, the National Defense Authorization Act, and signs point to avoiding a federal government shutdown.   24:06 - Current Activity: NLRB very busy with John Ring exiting the board, Bernie Sanders is the new chair of the Senate Health Committee.   30:10 - New Paddlers: Republican control means little chance of major labor and employment legislation passing and holding the NLRB's feet to the fire. If you like political theater, get the popcorn ready!   Host(s):  Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins (St. Louis office)   Guest(s): Jim Plunkett, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins (Washington D.C. office)   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production   

ep208:  0:15 - Today on This Week at Work: What is HR's Role in Social Media? How far can you stretch online to protect your reputation? Is it your job to sniff out posts of abuse or safety and security concerns? The topic can be overwhelming, but stick around until the end, and if Phil and Burt don't make you smile, drop us a note and we'll make it right! Lawyer on the Clock:   4:44 - The Department of Labor has at least 52,644 comments to comb through regarding a new proposed rule on independent contractor classification.    7:40 - National Labor Relations Board news. The NLRB has a new weapon in its arsenal for going after employers and to discourage unfair labor practice charges. Plus, the NLRB also has proposed rule changes that are going to make union organizing a little bit easier.   11:35 - News Year, New Laws in Illinois, including expanding the protections afforded under what was called the Child Bereavement Leave Act, and broadening the scope of the Illinois Human Rights Act.   Philburt's Phorum:    16:51 - Fun with social media memes.    The Employer's Lounge   19:15 - Poll results: What is your number one concern related to social media and the workplace?   22:45 - Employer rights when it comes to social media.   24:33 - Question from Paul: Am I obligated to investigate a questionable post brought to me by an employee about another employee? In other words, what do I want to know versus what I need to know?   28:50 - Burt's rule of thumb: If you are a supervisory employee, a managerial level employee, do not be friends with your subordinate employees on social media.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins

ep208:  0:15 - Today on This Week at Work: Bad Documentation Kills! Good employment documentation can help you, but bad documentation can end you. Phil and Burt are here for you offering tips and tricks to cover your assets.    Lawyer on the Clock:   3:32 - Missouri officially becomes a “Right to Weed” state, but you can't just walk into a dispensary and purchase marijuana, at least not yet.  Texas verdict requires Southwest Airlines to pay $4.15 million, and the union another $1.15 million in a religious expression case.  U.S. Supreme Court hears case 303 Creative v Elenis regarding a website designer challenging Colorado state law that she says would violate her religious beliefs.   Philburt's Phorum:    15:53 - Helping decipher “the code” on performance reviews. What the recorded traits of employees really means.    The Employer's Lounge   19:10 - Burt talks about improper employment documentation and what to watch out for, with the real goal to help you as the employer, manage employee expectations during your quest to make a profit or for non-profits, make a real difference.   23:50 - The objective of proper documentation is to provide reliable information recorded at a time when a dispute or litigation is not yet present.   29:26 - How should you get the employee's side of the story when they are accused of wrongdoing?   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins

ep207:  What does the legalization of marijuana for recreational use mean to you and your workplace? Should you update your policies? Change background check procedures? Anticipate increased workers comp and unemployment claims? Master Sergeant Tyler Jenkins from the Missouri State Highway Patrol revisits the show to share tips on recognizing common signs of being under the influence of weed at work. And as always, we cover all the breaking news you need to know as you manage your business and people.   0:15 - Today on This Week at Work. 3:15 - Steamy evidence that perhaps Phil didn't follow his own suggestions from episode 206 on office parties.   Lawyer on the Clock:   5:51 - Biden's pick for the top EEOC attorney, Karla Gilbride, gets Senate panel approval. The Senate Health, Labor and Pensions Committee voted to advance the nomination of Jessica Lumen.    9:25 - Burt challenges Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's claims that the shortfall in labor force participation in the US, mostly due to excess retirements, is going to turn around soon. And the House passed legislation to preempt a nationwide rail shutdown.   Philburt's Phorum:    16:08 - “You've Got a Friend in (Weed).” Cheech/Chong, Snoop/Martha, and Elon.   The Employer's Lounge: Holiday Office Party Risk vs. Reward   19:00 - Master Sergeant Tyler Jenkins from the Missouri State Highway Patrol joins Phil and Burt to discuss Weed at Work as Missouri passes legislation to legalize the recreational use of marijuana.   21:09 - Tips on how to spot workers when under the influence of marijuana (Indicia of Impairment).   24:30 - Is there a reliable medical test to determine if someone is under the influence of marijuana?   26:15 - Exceptions to the recent change in marijuana law and how to manage the workplace from an employer's or human resource professional's perspective.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Master Sergeant T. R. Jenkins, Drug Recognition Expert with the Missouri State Highway Patrol - Zone 9, St. Charles County   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep206:  The holiday season is quickly approaching…a time of planning, reflecting and celebrating…and HR is at the center of it all! Concerned that your holiday party might expose you to legal risks? You may be unsure about what legalizing the recreational use of marijuana means to your organization. Heck, have you thought about what to do if employees are high at your office party? Burt joins live from Jerusalem to offer tips on keeping your risk low and your fun “high”. Plus, we cover the breaking news affecting your workplace today. 0:15 - Today on This Week at Work. 2:15 - Burt joins live from Israel.   Lawyer on the Clock:   7:12 - Weed at work has HR in a buzz, same sex marriage bill passes in the Senate, and the House passes a bill that would nullify some nondisclosure agreements when alleged sexual harassment or assault is involved.   Philburt's Phorum:    15:08 - Funny office holiday party memes.   The Employer's Lounge: Holiday Office Party Risk vs. Reward   17:05 - Burt breaks it down the do's and don'ts to one simple commandment, “Do not engage in career limiting behavior.”   21:25 - Poll results show most listeners think the biggest benefit of an office party is to foster conversations between employees who typically don't interact, and to reward and recognize employees.   23:05 - Cautionary tales about gift giving and party games at the office.   25:53 - What's Elon Musk doing with his ultimatum to Twitter employees?   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep205:  Crisis is not an event on a calendar, but it doesn't mean you can't plan for it - or that you haven't already.  Special guest Dave Sanderson was on the plane that crashed into the Hudson River, best known as "The Miracle on the Hudson." With no specific training on crisis management, Dave and others stepped up instantly to lead an emergency mission. He joins us and shares the two resources all great leaders have.   0:15 - Today on This Week at Work   Lawyer on the Clock:   3:25 - Results are in (mostly) for the Midterms. Red wave, or red puddle? How things are shaping up for both parties in the Senate and the House of Representatives.   6:19 - With Manchin and Sinema still in the Senate, Biden's agenda is likely to continue in the EEOC, DOL, and NLRB.   7:00 - Missouri, not a “Right to Work” state, but is now proudly a “Right to Weed” state. Amendment 3 passes allowing individuals age 21 or older to legally possess, purchase, consume, and cultivate marijuana recreationally beginning December 8th.    Philburt's Phorum:    11:12 - A list of events that are more likely to happen to you than winning the Powerball, like being injured by a toilet.   The Employer's Lounge: No One Dies Today   15:35 - Poll results show most of our audience are only moderately confident in their ability to lead during a crisis.   16:15 - Dave Sanderson, survivor of the “Miracle on the Hudson”, tells the story of that day and the days since.   24:11 - Two things that great leaders all have in common, being resourceful and making decisions.   29:15 - AAIM offers training to help supervisors and managers identify impairment in the workplace.   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Dave Sanderson, Speaker and Author   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep204:  Prices are soaring, signs are pointing to a recession, and now you need to budget for staff and programs in a very tight job market.  How do you attract and retain your people? How do you improve their skills? And how do you help keep the financial integrity of your company?   Special guest Mike Maciekowich joins to help with your toughest HR budgeting questions.   0:15 - Today on This Week at Work   1:32 - One word, many issues, it's the Tripledemic   Lawyer on the Clock:   3:57: National day of unity (or division) state election laws http://statelawmaps.ogletree.com, DOL extends deadline to submit comments regarding the independent contractor rule, Department of Labor issues fact sheet 280 on mental health conditions in the FMLA   Philburt's Phorum:    14:29 - Funny HR department memes that we can relate to when budgeting for HR   The Employer's Lounge: How to Budget for HR in a Recession   15:45 - Poll results: Talent acquisition is the top response of what HR managers are least confident about planning for 16:40 - Social Security increase to match inflation drives employers to match the increase of 5%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics 18:05 - HR budgeting all ties back to talent acquisition 25:10 - HR budgeting also ties into employee wellness and mental health Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Michael Maciekowich, National Director, Astron Solutions   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

Massive fines, unneeded scrutiny, and NOW, you could be put on public display! Whether your business has 10 or 10,000 employees, understanding and complying with OSHA reporting and recordkeeping rules could save you tens of thousands of dollars and avoid putting your business in the government's crosshairs. Now OSHA is seeking to make injury and illness records public. Tom Chibnall from Ogletree Deakins joins and shares simple steps you can take to comply with OSHA reporting rules and save your company time, money, and potentially public embarrassment.    0:15 - Today on This Week at Work   1:36 - A moment of sympathy for those suffering and affected by the recent school shooting in St Louis   Lawyer on the Clock:   7:35: New poster requirements for “Know Your Rights”, is available for download from the EEOC website. The midterm elections AKA, “The Day of National Unity”, interactive map with voter laws downloadable from Ogletree Deakins. Department of Labor, DOL, independent contractor rule updates.   Philburt's Phorum:    16:30 - The scariest costume employers are dealing with this Halloween   The Employer's Lounge: Performance Reviews   19:05 - Safety minded leadership and culture is the top answer to today's poll on worker safety and OSHA 22:00 - Does OSHA have an active shooter policy or requirement? 25:40 - OSHA is seeking to make injury and illness records public with massive fines 29:22 - Know your rights when it comes to OSHA   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins   Guest(s): Thomas Chibnall, Associate Attorney, Ogletree Deakins   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep202:  We welcome excellent guests this week and delve into a term some will not have heard of, but everyone with a job is familiar with. Psychological Safety is another attempt to package the complicated workplace into a simple idea. When it comes down to it, Psychological Safety is a delicate balance between worker psyche, personal rights, and their engagement with the organization.   0:15 - Today on This Week at Work   Lawyer on the Clock:    3:29 - Melissa Pesce from Ogletree Deakins steps in for Burt to discuss Don's question about an amendment for union organization change in Illinois, DOL's attempts to revamp independent contractor text causing confusion, and Amazon rejects unionization 2 to 1 in Albany, NY, while Apple organized in OKC.   Philburt's Phorum:    10:02 - Phil get's help with his new mantra “be nice to people” from Patrick Swayze's performance in MGM's Roadhouse   The Employer's Lounge: Performance Reviews   12:20 - What is Psychological Safety? 14:30 - You have to help supervisors learn to create employee engagement 16:56 - Poll results - 67% say a Psychologically Safe workplace is a place where it is okay to fail and share opinions, and it's a new term to 7% 18:45 - The First Amendment is not a license for employees to say whatever they want 24:18 - Looking through a generational lens and realizing HR professionals are challenged now  to understand worker psyche 29:28 - It starts with your interview process   Host(s):  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association   Guest(s): Melissa Pece, Senior Counsel, Ogletree Deakins Tanya Zion, JD, Strategic Business Consultant and Executive Coach   Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep201:  Phil and Burt discuss why, even now, performance reviews are a must, but they must be done wisely.  0:15 - Today on This Week at Work Lawyer on the Clock:  4:50 - Florida's ban on COVID-19 vaccine passports validated, a Starbucks lawsuit will determine if shareholders or employees can successfully challenge a company's diversity, equity and inclusion policy, and AMEX class action lawsuit weighs in on whether or not white employees are subject to racially discriminatory policies that fostered a hostile work environment Philburt's Phorum:  11:45 - Strippers at Star Garden Topless Bar are voting to unionize The Employer's Lounge: Performance Reviews 16:30 - Yes, do Performance Reviews 20:35 - Grade inflation - the number one legal problem with performance reviews 25:45 - Should you share the results of reviews? 26:52 - Poll results - What is the top reason you do performance reviews? 9% say they don't Hosts:  Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Jr., Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production 

ep200:  What!? 200 episodes? We celebrate our 200th episode by digging deep into what employees are craving with Tanya Zion, Strategic Business Consultant and Executive Coach. Plus, Burt goes over his 6-minute allowance to bring insights into recent news from the NLRB, DOL, and minimum wage increases. Powered by AAIM Employers' Association and Ogletree Deakins, a Feature Group USA production  0:16 - Today on This Week at Work 3:08 - Throwback: Tom Chibnall with Ogletree Deakins discussed how to prepare for a visit from OSHA during the pandemic  4:42 - Throwback: Luther Wright, Jr. with Ogletree Deakins encouraged people to see color, but understand how the words we use land on the receiving end 6:53 - Throwback: Jim Plunkett with Ogletree Deakins reports impending legislation from the front line in Washington D.C. Lawyer on the Clock:  7:55 - NLRB revises its mail-in ballot standards, a DOL memo warns of pandemic unemployment insurance fraud, minimum wage increases for federal government contractors, California and New York City require employers to include pay scale in job postings, and Burt closes with Ken and Barbie?  Philburt's Phorum: 16:00 - A layoff gone terribly...hysterical? The Employer's Lounge with Guest Tanya Zion 19:50 - Throwback: Michael Maciekowich with Astron Solutions explained why sign on bonuses aren't working and how past tactics are making a return 20:55 - Culture and working from home 25:16 - Employees are craving recognition 28:02 - KPI's are key to process, people, and communication Hosts: Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association Burton Garland, Jr., Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins Guests: Tanya Zion, Strategic Business Consultant and Executive Coach Tom Chibnall, Ogletree Deakins Luther Wright, Jr., Ogletree Deakins James Plunkett, Ogletree Deakins Michael Maciekowich, Astron Solutions

This is a radio show that used to be run in association with the East Columbus church of Christ in Columbus, MS. These episodes were recorded sometime in the late 1960s and feature Walter Tally, who preached there at the time, as well as one of the elders, Aubrey Belue Sr.

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Jared Smith found my community when we were both teenagers. He got to see me early in my career. He became a great contributor to the community, as well as a moderator. He also hacked my website. In high school, he couldn’t find any other Van Halen fans, so he joined an online community. That took him down a road that led to him co-authoring 2005’s Building Online Communities with Drupal, phpBB, and WordPress, and building a career. Plus: phpBB’s insularity problem, that helped create an opportunity for Jared The shift away from chronological order online Russia’s manipulation of opinions online, through online communities and social spaces Our Podcast is Made Possible By… If you enjoy our show, please know that it’s only possible with the generous support of our sponsors: Higher Logic and Structure3C. Big Quotes “I would have a very hard time finding somebody that’s my age who’s working on the web that didn’t do something with GeoCities. A part of me died when they shut that down. All good things must come to an end.” –@jaredwsmith “Life is not lived in slices. It’s not lived out of order unless you’re on something very interesting. Life is not lived in different time slices of different periods. It is lived in chronological order.” –@jaredwsmith “Anonymous speech is still the most important speech that we should protect on the internet, because for people who are legitimately trying to speak out from regimes that are oppressive, they need the ability to stay anonymous. We need anonymous whistleblowers to do the right thing and speak up. Speak truth to power while giving them the option of keeping them self-protected.” –@jaredwsmith About Jared Smith Jared Smith is a development team lead at BoomTown in Charleston, SC, where he specializes in engineering on the company’s WordPress-based consumer sites. He brings over ten years experience with the WordPress platform to BoomTown, providing subject matter expertise not only within the development team but also throughout the company. In whatever time there is left, Jared runs @chswx on Twitter. @chswx is the most-followed Charleston-specific weather source in the Lowcountry, and works closely with local media and the National Weather Service to ensure that critical weather information gets disseminated with as little hype and as much substance as possible. Related Links Sponsor: Higher Logic, the community platform for community managers Sponsor: Structure3C, expert community strategy for large organizations Jared on Twitter BoomTown, where Jared is consumer software development manager @chswx, Charleston Weather on Twitter, created by Jared VHLinks, a Van Halen tribute site 1984, Van Halen’s sixth studio album Building Online Communities with Drupal, phpBB, and WordPress by Robert T. Douglass, Mike Little and Jared Jared on Quintin’s Close-Ups, talking about the death of chronology UBB threads Rosemary O’Neill, the co-founder of Social Strata, on Community Signal Now closing: GeoCities, a relic of Web’s early days Microsoft’s MVP program Phorum and Ikonboard Remnants of UBBHacks can still be found on VHLinks Little Bobby Tables Mike Little and Matt Mullenweg, the founders and developers of WordPress WordCamp, a conference that focuses on everything WordPress Jared gets interviewed on Quintin’s Close-Ups Mueller’s indictment of Russians for interfering with US elections I Was a Paid Internet Shill Bassey Etim, Community Desk Editor at the New York Times, on Community Signal Evan Williams, CEO of Medium Transcript View transcript on our website Your Thoughts If you have any thoughts on this episode that you’d like to share, please leave me a comment, send me an email or a tweet. If you enjoy the show, we would be so grateful if you spread the word and supported Community Signal on Patreon.

Western Wednesday continues our series; Luke Slaughter Of Tombstone "Cattle Drive" June 1, 1958. An Arizona cattle drive for the Army. Luke bets his horse, "Blue Streak," that they'll arrive with all the cows. Sam Buffington, Junius Matthews, Don Diamond, Peter Leeds, Barney Phillips, William N. Robson (director), Wilbur Hatch (music) Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast

Adventures Stories presents The Last Of The Mohicans 1932. Part 11 Hawkeye and Uncas try to escape from the Hurons. Charles Frederick Lindsley (adaptor, director), Hanley Stafford, James Fenimore Cooper (author) Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast

Western Wednesday continues our series; Luke Slaughter Of Tombstone May 28, 1958, "Outlaw Kid" Sam Buffington, William N. Robson (director), Wilbur Hatch (music) Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast

Western Wednesday continues our series; Luke Slaughter Of Tombstone May 18, 1958, "Drive to Fort Huachucha" Watson and his baddies from the Triple X are determined to keep Luke's herd from reaching the army post at Fort Huachucha. Sam Buffington, William N. Robson (director), Wilbur Hatch (music) Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast

Baseball Historian presents Fibber McGee and Molly. May 21, 1946. Sponsored by: Johnson's Wax. "Fireball" McGee is pitching during the Elks' ballgame, and he's doing well too! Jim Jordan, Marian Jordan, Harlow Wilcox, Billy Mills and His Orchestra, The King's Men, Arthur Q. Bryan, Bea Benaderet, Bill Thompson, Gale Gordon.Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast  

Adventures Stories presents The Last Of The Mohicans. Part 9 In the village of Magwah, Duncan has a plan! A war party returns, with Uncas as their prisoner! The date is approximate. Charles Frederick Lindsley (adaptor, director), Hanley Stafford, James Fennimore Cooper (author). Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast

Baseball Historian presents The Bill Stern Colgate Sports Newsreel. " June 4, 1948. Sponsored by: Colgate Shave Cream. Bill Stern, Jim Thorpe Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast  

Baseball Historian presents The Damon Runyon Theatre "Baseball Hattie"- 6/26/49 Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast  

Western Wednesday continues our series; Luke Slaughter Of Tombstone April 20, 1958, "The Henry Fell Story" A dude from back East has come to Luke's ranch to paint portraits of the Apaches. Sam Buffington, Junius Matthews, Don Diamond, Karl Swenson, Jack Kruschen, William N. Robson (director), Wilbur Hatch (composer, conductor)Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast

Baseball Historian presents The Dizzy Dean Show7/31/48"A Charlie Grimm story...three men on third! Dizzy Dean. Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast  

Baseball Historian presents The Jack Benny Show 5/1/55"Jack Buys A Baseball Team"Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast  

Baseball Historian presents The Frances Langford Show 6/5/46"Going to a Baseball Game"Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast  

Western Wednesday continues our series; Luke Slaughter Of Tombstone March 30, 1958, "The Aaron Holcomb Story" Amerigo Moreno (music supervisor), William Quinn, Don Clark (director), Edwin Jerome, James McCallion, John McIntire, Sam Buffington, Tom Hanley (sound patterns), Wilbur Hatch (music), William N. Robson (director).Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast

Baseball Historian presents Boston Blackie 4/29/47-"Baseball and Gambling".  The brother of a famous ball player is in debt to a gambler for $50,000. An introduction to a lady and a murder add up to another case for Blackie. Sportscaster Bill Slater is cast as...a sportscaster! Richard Kollmar, Bill Slater..Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast  

Big Band Serenade continues our shows from remotes with Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. June 13, 1939.  A band remote from The Glen Island Casino, New Rochelle, New York. The first tune is "At Sundown." Glenn Miller and His Orchestra, Ray Eberle (vocal), Marion Hutton (vocal).Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast  

Big Band Serenade presents Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. May 17, 1939.  An opening night band remote from The Glen Island Casino, New Rochelle, New York. The first tune is "At Sundown." "Swing" magazine reported that this matinee performance by the band had eighteen hundred people in attendance and had broken all daytime records for the casino!  Glenn Miller and His Orchestra, Ray Eberle (vocal), Marion Hutton (vocal), The Modernaires, Hugh James (announcer).

Big Band Serenade presents Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. April 4, 1939. Blue Network  A band remote from The Meadowbrook, Cedar Grove, New Jersey. The first tune is, "Blue Skies." Glenn Miller and His Orchestra, Ray Eberle (vocal), Marion Hutton (vocal).

Big Band Serenade presents Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. March 26, 1939 A band remote from The Meadowbrook, Cedar Grove, New Jersey. The first tune heard is, "The Moon Is A Silver Dollar." The last 12:33 of the program only. Glenn Miller and His Orchestra, Marion Hutton (vocal), Ray Eberle (vocal)

Western Wednesday presents The Six Shooter, 9/20/1953 "Jenny Garver" Britt Ponset finds a wounded man in the desert and brings him to Jenny Garver to nurse him back to health. No man seems to think much of Jenny. A moving, well-written story.  Jimmy Stewart, Frank Burt (creator, writer), D. J. Thompson, Harry Bartell, Jack Johnstone (director), Hal Gibney (announcer), Basil Adlam (music), Jess Kirkpatrick, George Neise.

REPS Radio Hour presents Lux Radio Theater-"Elmer The Great" 10/5/36REPS Radio Hour- Our friends in Seattle, WA present some of the best Old Time Radio Shows and  is another one of the great Yesterday USA Old Time Radio Show Programs.After being broadcast on YUSA, this famous program is now available thanks to a special arrangement between Radio Nostalgia Network and Yesterday USA. Listen Live to Yesterday USA, http://yesterdayusa.com

Adventure Stories Presents Part 3 of  The Last Of The Mohicans.  Hawkeye rescues the Whites from the hostile Iroquois. The French are ahead, the Indians are behind! "We'll enter the fort over their dead bodies!" . A French patrol attacks...in fact, the whole French army! Charles Frederick Lindsley (adaptor, director), Hanley Stafford, James Fenimore Cooper (author).

You Are There Presents, "The Sailing Of The Mayflower" 12/21/47

Big Band Serenade presents for your listening enjoyment Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. March 8, 1939 A band remote from The Meadowbrook, Cedar Grove, New Jersey. The first tune heard is, "Sold Americn." Glenn Miller and His Orchestra, Marion Hutton, Ray Eberle.

Baseball Historian presents Game 7 of the 1960 World Series between Pittsburg Pirates vs New York Yankees 

Western Wednesday presents The Six-Shooter. September 27, 1953" The Coward". Everyone knows that Will Fedder is a coward because he won't wear a gun. However, a man can be pushed just so far! Jimmy Stewart, Howard McNear, Michael Ann Barrett, Will Wright, Frank Burt (creator, writer), Basil Adlam (music), Jack Johnstone (director), Hal Gibney (announcer), Herb Ellis.