Join us in this read-along podcast where we cover all the books in the beloved Redwall series by Brian Jaques. Books & Badgers is a celebration of epic quests, whimsical woodland animals, and courageous mouse warriors! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks with HR experts about some of the biggest challenges that people leaders face in frontline workforces. Through candid, honest conversations, we try to get to the heart of what causes cultural problems at companies today, and what you can do to fix them. New episodes every 2 weeks.
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A Manager's Role in Supporting Employee Mental Health w/ Alexandra Petrisano (Canadian Mental Health Association)
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29:39Send us a text Mental health matters—at work and beyond. As a manager, you’re often the first to notice when an employee is struggling, and you’re in a unique position to make a real difference. But how can you offer support in a way that feels genuine and effective? Join Alexandra Petrisano from the Canadian Mental Health Association for a convers…
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Marlfox - Act One: Enter the Players
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2:13:11Lock up your dibbuns! The Books & Badgers crew is back for yet another breakdown of Act One: Enter the Players. We discuss the mysterious Marlfox clan and spend way too much time figuring out the timeline of characters and find a new character to hate. Who might it be? You have to listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …
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Engagement Without Wellness is a Lie: Why Your Efforts Aren’t Working w/ Alex Seiler (Alex Seiler LLC)
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36:19Send us a text Engagement efforts fail if your wellness policy is lacking— or missing all together. Let’s find out how to make it right! About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks…
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Rentention in Healthcare w/ Kevin Kirkpatrick (Avery Professional Group)
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26:01Send us a text On the other side of a global pandemic, if there’s one thing we learned, it’s just how vital the work of dedicated employees in the healthcare industry really is. But the sector is facing a labour shortage crisis in the next decade, and organizations in every part of the industry are finding it increasingly difficult to attract and r…
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The crew is back together to give our official review of The Long Patrol and are joined by special guest T.H. Wall. We discuss the good, bad, and in-between of this book with our official rating at the end. How will this book stack up against the rest? You have to listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Motivation Reimagined: Building a Workforce That Fits w/ Elles Skony (Organized Chaos Consulting)
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22:34Send us a text Motivation goes beyond paychecks and perks—it's about creating a workforce that fits people’s lives. Today, we’re diving into the power of custom-fit workforces, exploring why blending full-time, part-time, fractional, and flex roles can unlock the true potential of your team. About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company cu…
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The Long Patrol - Book Three: The Ridge
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1:29:21Hosts Trevor & Collin close out the Long Patrol with their discussion of Book Three: The Ridge! They excitedly talk about the conclusion of this book with some of the highest highs and lowest lows. They also nominated the best chapter Brian Jacques has ever written, which I am sure won't be controversial at all! Give a listen to find out more! Host…
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The Long Patrol - Book Two: A Gathering of Warriors
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1:41:47Hosts Trevor and Collin discuss more of The Long Patrol with Book Two: A Gathering of Warriors! In this episode, we discuss Damug's mixed motivations and what exactly the warrior of Redwall is supposed to do when a 'snake' is found in the deep depths of the Abbey. We also slowly slip into madness as the episode continues. Is it dry ditch fever agai…
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Protecting Managers and HR: The Secret to Sustainable Employee Wellbeing w/ Stacey Nordwall (Pyn)
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20:13Send us a text Employee wellbeing is essential, but so is protecting managers and HR. Today, we look at how to support wellbeing while ensuring clear boundaries for those leading the way. About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on th…
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The Long Patrol - Book One: The Runaway Recruit
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1:53:57Hosts Collin & Trevor kick off season 10 with a rousing discussion of book one: The Runaway Recruit! We dive into Tammo's antics and discuss our horrid experiences reading poetry to our wives. It's an adventure you don't want to miss! Rubbadub! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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The Books & Badgers crew is back together to give our official review of The Pearls of Lutra -- joined by our special guest Slagar the Cruel (Pom Puma Dragon)! We discuss the greats of this book and may have some controversy about the ending. You'll have to give a listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Employee Appreciation Day and Beyond: Boost Retention and Morale with Big Occasions
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44:19Send us a text Is Employee Appreciation Day a standout event at your company, or does it pass by unnoticed? Do your employees eagerly anticipate it, or is it just another day on the calendar? Beyond this single day, how else does your company celebrate and recognize its team throughout the year? About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your compan…
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The Pearls of Lutra - Book Three: When Tears Are Shed
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1:37:15In their continuing coverage of The Pearls of Lutra, William and Trevor talk about the highs and lows of the novel's conclusion, including a discussion of their favorite cinematic moments, Jacques's representation of revenge and mercy, and the moment "When Tears Are Shed." Credits: Podcastle Music Cover art by GojuChrisa Hosted on Acast. See acast.…
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Teaching Managers the Power of Appreciation to Boost Engagement w/ Laura Goodridge (Laura Lille Coaching)
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37:14Send us a text Appreciation is more than just a “thank you”—it’s about recognizing what truly drives your team. With Employee Appreciation Day coming up, we’re going to find out how managers can boost engagement and performance by mastering the art of recognition— especially for frontline teams. About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your compan…
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The Pearls of Lutra - Book Two: Westward the Warriors
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2:05:49In season 9, episode 2 Trevor and William get completely flummoxed by Jacques' doling out of plot armor, the incredible competence of Marty the Warrior, and the...hold on...Rasconza and Ublaz are STILL going at it!? Music credit: Podcastle Music, JoelFazhari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Creating a Culture of Feedback w/ Michelle Strasburger (HR Rebooted)
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24:21Send us a text Feedback isn’t just a corporate buzzword—it’s the backbone of thriving teams. Today, we’re learning how to build a culture of feedback that aligns leadership, empowers employees, and scales across even the most complex workforces. About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disenga…
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Improving the Candidate Experience w/ Rachel Cupples
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36:36Send us a text Is the candidate experience broken? Today, we’re digging into why it fails so often and what needs to change to truly respect and engage the people behind the applications. About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on th…
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Employee Experience in the Frontline w/ Tracie Sponenberg (Tracie Sponenberg LLC)
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27:50Send us a text Frontline employees deserve more than just a pat on the back. Today, we’re exploring how real manager support, recognition programs, and targeted resources can transform the day-to-day experience for the people who keep everything moving. About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to…
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Reinventing Job Advertising for Frontline and Essential Workers w/ Thad Price (Talroo)
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33:39Send us a text Job ads for frontline workers are outdated and ineffective. Today, we’re learning how to reinvent them to better connect, engage, and attract the talent that keeps everything running. About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything els…
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The Role Recognition Plays in Employee Retention (Power to Fly)
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56:56Send us a text Recognition is more than just a "thank you"—it’s a proven strategy to boost retention and foster loyalty. PowerToFly's Head of Growth, Sienna J. Brown, and Guusto's Kwesi Thomas for an interactive virtual event on how recognition can transform your workplace and increase employee retention. Whether you're leading a small team or an e…
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Have We Been Doing Frontline Recognition Wrong? w/ Morgan Williams (Peak HR)
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27:49Send us a text Are we missing the mark with frontline employee recognition? Pizza lunches won’t cut it for those who make or break customer relationships. Let’s explore the clear gap between corporate and frontline recognition, and why giving these workers a real voice as well as credit for their impact is essential. About HR on the Frontlines How …
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The Pearls of Lutra - Book One: Six Tears for an Abbot
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2:15:05Kicking off Season Nine of the show, Trevor Williamson and William Sterling jump into The Pearls of Lutra's Book One: "Six Tears for an Abbot." How does this book one stack up to Jacques' previous outings? What new ideas does he have for readers to explore? What makes for an interesting hero or protagonist? Does Martin II live up to his forebear's …
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Adapting To Change: Strategies For Driving Employee Engagement During Times Of Uncertainty w/ Hone and Gable
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52:18Send us a text In today’s fast-changing world, keeping employees engaged and motivated can feel like an uphill battle. With companies experiencing everything from a volatile economy, budget changes, and layoffs to the rise of remote/hybrid work, navigating the era of AI, and more — change has been the only constant. And as an HR or L&D leader, you …
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Demystifying 'Strategy' as an HR leader w/ Fay Wallis (Bright Sky Career Coaching)
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34:23Send us a text ‘Strategy’ can be a broad and unspecific term. And when it comes to HR ‘strategy’, it should mean more than surveys and benefits. But what does great HR strategy look like? Links mentioned: https://www.beekeeper.io/white-paper/2024-frontline-survey/ https://brightskycareercoaching.ck.page/9eff79414a About HR on the Frontlines How hea…
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The Books & Badgers crew lifts the "Veil" in this review episode of Outcast of Redwall. We are joined by special guest Kyle Stück of ominous.media. We discuss the great highs and deep valleys of this book and give our official scores of our favorite heroes, villains, and book rating. Be sure to check out Hallowed, available on Kickstarter - https:/…
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The Art of Managing Upwards w/ Laura Lillie (Laura Lillie Coaching)
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1:02:01Send us a text Middle managers often spend as much time managing those above them as below. Whether it’s managing expectations, negotiating for resources, or advocating for staff on the ground, it can be a constant balancing act that requires compromise, diplomacy, and a thick skin. So how can you as a People Leader support them? This podcast first…
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Outcast of Redwall - Book Three: A Warrior's Reckoning
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1:48:49Good cop William Sterling and bad Cop host Collin wrap up book three of Outcast of Redwall. We discuss the good and not so good of Veil's storyline and the "dramatic" fight between Sunflash the Mace and Swartt Sixclaw. It's another packed episode, so be sure to give a listen before our official review episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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Outcast of Redwall - Book Two: A Broken Trust
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1:39:15In this episode, hosts William Sterling and Collin cover Book Two: A Broken Trust. This is a very controversial episode where we discuss author Jacques characterization of Veil and what he means to the greater good of Redwall. We finally get to the heart of this book and it gets a bit opinionated! Did the Redwall crew do the right thing? Will Veil …
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DEIB and It's Role in Employee Engagement w/ Alysha M. Campbell (CultureShift HR)
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23:50Send us a text DEIB initiatives are vital for fostering engagement. But what makes them truly effective in creating inclusive cultures? About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else? HR on the Frontline is a bi-weekly show where Guusto speaks …
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Outcast of Redwall - Book One: A Friendship Made
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1:41:13New season, new episode! Hosts Collin & William Sterling cover book one of Outcast of Redwall. We discuss the introduction of Sunflash the Mace and his rivalry with Swartt Sixclaw and how Jacques diverges from books past with this one. Is it better? Is it worse? Is there a Shadow trope? Listen in to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …
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Lack of DEI at Leadership Levels w/Bria Lucas (Normative)
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23:42Send us a text Is Diversity Equity & Inclusion at your company more than just a checkbox? We explore why diversity in leadership matters and how to achieve it. Today we talk with Bria Lucas about how she approaches diversity as the sole HR person at Normative About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues rela…
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NOW of work w/ Guusto Co-Founders Skai and Joe
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43:24Send us a text Guusto Co-founders Skai and Joe, recently appeared on the NOW of work podcast, powered by Mercer. It made for a great conversation and so we thought we would share it with you here. "Please join us in welcoming Skai Dalziel and Joe Facciolo, Co-Founders and Co-CEOs of Guusto! Today's discussion will delve into Guusto's history of bui…
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The Books & Badgers cast is back to discuss the good and not so good in this season's review episode. Will the cast ever agree on anything? Will friendships be broken? Will Trevor ever find love for Dandin in his heart? Listen in to find out and hear our official scores of The Bellmaker! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Building Trust in Leadership w/ Tiff Jung (Alzheimer Society of B.C.)
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31:33Send us a text When you break down what goes into a successful leadership team, trust is a foundational piece to the puzzle. It may seem obvious, but we want to explore why this is and furthermore, how we build trust? About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performan…
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The Bellmaker - Book Three: Southsward
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1:32:51In this episode, hosts Trevor and Collin wrap up The Bellmaker with Book Three: Southsward! We discuss the incredibly fast pace and the grand battle at Castle Floret. We discuss Blaggut's importance to the Redwall series and speculate widely on Jaques intended commentary. We wrap up the episode with a glimpse of our thoughts on the book as we prepa…
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The Bellmaker - Book Two: The Pearl Queen
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1:46:32In this weeks episode, hosts Trevor and Collin discuss the best book two so far - The Pearl Queen. We laugh at the dibbuns antics with Blaggut and Cap'n Slipp, gush over Jaques "cool" writing, and make our case for Captain Finnbarr to be the next Dominic Toretto. It's as action packed as a Fast & Furious movie! Don't believe me? Tune in to find out…
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Creating True Organizational Alignment w/ Chloe Waind (NewLeaf Performance)
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57:19Send us a text Is everyone at your company pulling in the right direction? Does everyone work towards the same goals, or do some pursue their own agendas? Are your core values just fancy words on the boardroom wall, or are they principles employees put into action every day? About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you fa…
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The Bellmaker - Book One: The Dream
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1:51:51In this episode, hosts Collin and Trevor discuss book one of The Bellmaker. We dive right into the confusing introduction of this book, groan about Dandin, gush about a shifty pirate and learn more about Collin's childhood. There is no way we get off topic in this episode, right? Give a listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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Change, Embracing and Getting Ahead Of It w/ LaToya Lynn (Vidmob)
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32:47Send us a text As the saying goes, adapt or die. But there’s a bit more to it than that, right? In today’s episode we learn about embracing change and getting ahead of it as an HR or People leader. About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related to disengagement, retention, performance, or anything else…
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Martin the Warrior Review - w/ Brandon Applegate
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1:55:05It's review time! In this special episode, the Books & Badgers crew welcomes Brandon Applegate of Hungry Shadow Press to join in the review of Martin the Warrior. We cover all the good in this book, our beloved characters, and what was a miss in this book and give our final review for this book! It's a packed episode and a packed couch! Hosted on A…
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Martin the Warrior - Book Three: The Battle of Marshank
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1:39:00Join hosts Collin and Trevor as they close out Book Three: The Battle of Marshank! In this episode, Trevor and Collin warm up to this podcasting thing after recovering from sickness. We toss up some ideas about Felldoh and Brome and how this compares to Marshank and Noonvale. We ponder some of the heavier themes presented in this book and try and f…
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Safe Sounding Boards For Managers w/ Jennifer Paxton (Roofr)
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29:10Send us a text When your managers are struggling, who can they turn to? If it's not you, should it be? As an HR leader, equipping your managers with the tools they need to success is one of the most important things you can do. Part of that is acting as a sounding board they can use to speak openly and honestly about the troubles they are facing. A…
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Pitfalls to avoid when buying HR tech w/ Alison Hunter (SelectSoftware Reviews)
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58:23Send us a text Your HR tech stack can either be your best friend or your worst enemy. Modern HR professionals make use of various software solutions for everything from managing benefits, to learning and development, to increasing engagement. But how do you make sure you have the optimal solutions for your company? How do you avoid choosing vendors…
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Martin the Warrior - Book Two: Actors & Searchers
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1:27:26The show must go on! In this exciting episode, hosts Trevor and Collin cover Book Two of Martin the Warrior. We dive right in to discuss Martin's warrior journey. We plan our events for Redwall Con including our WWE Promo fight between Martin and Wakk. I hope you are a javelin expert because we spend way too much time on that and did Collin meet a …
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Martin the Warrior - Book One: The Prisoner & the Tyrant
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1:30:39The Books & Badgers crew is back for Martin the Warrior and Book One: The Prisoner & the Tyrant. In this episode, hosts Collin and Trevor cover the exiting beginnings of our beloved warrior mouse. We break down our thoughts on Martin, discuss the new cast of characters, and gush over some well deserved mole lore. It's a packed episode! Hosted on Ac…
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A Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness at Work w/ Sheila Krueger (formerly Zoom)
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33:18Send us a text Health and wellness is at the forefront of many HR teams benefits plans these days, but are benefits enough in high-pressure workplaces? Health and wellness is a big priority for HR teams these days, but are benefits enough in high-pressure workplaces? If your work environment doesn’t give employees the space to take care of themselv…
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Executive EQ: Emotional Intelligence in Leadership w/ Elizabeth Powers (Pitch Labs)
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49:34Send us a text How emotionally intelligent are your leaders? Do they treat their team members with empathy and care, or do they lose sight of the person behind the employee? And could a lack of EQ in your executives actually be hurting their bottom line? About HR on the Frontlines How healthy is your company culture? Are you facing issues related t…
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It's review time! The Books & Badgers crew is back to share their insights on Salamandastron! In this episode, we dive into what we loved about this book, but pick apart some of our least favorite bits and find a way to complain about a character not even found in this book. We also ponder the magic halls of Salamandastron and who the biggest villa…
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Salamandastron - Book Three: Destinies & Homecomers
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1:31:55The badger boys are back! Join hosts Collin and Trevor as we cover the epic conclusion of Salamandastron! We discuss the reunion of Urthstripe and Urthwyte, the biggest battles at Salamandastron, and ponder if Collin really is a dumb-dumb reader. All this and more in this homecomer episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…
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Leveraging the Power of Your Personal Brand, Network and Mentors w/ Dr Patti Ippoliti (Columbia University)
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29:05Send us a text Building a personal brand and professional network is becoming increasingly important in almost every career these days, and HR is no exception. But where do you start? How do you create a presence and grow your reputation in an overcrowded field? And how do you build a professional network that includes the right people? What is the…
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