Best Imperative – Bulletproof Background Screening Podcasts (2025)

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Transparency and Cost Control in Employee Healthcare Benefits 34:28

24h ago34:28

34:28

In episode 198, Coffey talks with Kelly Baringer about 2025 trends in employee health benefits and strategies for reducing healthcare costs. They discuss value-based care and directed networks that steer patients to providers with better outcomes; consumer-driven healthcare plans with transparent pricing and no balance billing; the rising costs of …

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HR News: My Lawyer Says I've Got a Case! 34:19

8d ago34:19

34:19

In episode 197, Coffey talks with Adam Dougherty about angry ex-employees and new ways to get sued. They discuss managing post-termination communications from angry ex-employees; responding to threats of litigation; the importance of good people practices when faced with litigation threats; new causes of discrimination claims following last year’s …

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Moving Beyond a Work-Life Balance Culture with Sam Kabert 36:27

15d ago36:27

36:27

In episode 196, Coffey talks with Sam Kabert about achieving "soul-life balance" as an alternative approach to traditional work-life balance. They discuss the concept of soul-life balance focusing on inner well-being rather than compartmentalizing work and personal life; the 90-second rule for processing emotions based on neuroscience research; the…

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From Distraction to Flow: Transforming Work Performance with Diane Allen 35:43

22d ago35:43

35:43

In episode 195, Coffey talks with Diane Allen about achieving flow state at work to maximize productivity, creativity, and fulfillment. They discuss the definition of flow as an optimal state of mind where people perform and feel their best; the neurological and physiological aspects of flow including the release of performance-enhancing hormones; …

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Does HR Need an Overhaul? with Lucy Adams 35:05

29d ago35:05

35:05

In episode 194, Coffey talks with Lucy Adams about transforming people practices to meet modern business needs. They discuss how traditional HR processes focus on conformity rather than flexibility; the tendency to design policies around the lowest common denominator rather than individual needs; regulation burdens in the UK versus the US; opportun…

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HR News: CTRL+ALT+DELETE for DEI? with Terri Swain 41:37

1M ago41:37

41:37

In episode 193, Coffey talks with Terri Swain about recent HR news items including return-to-office mandates, “illegal DEI”, and whether it is Alt+Ctrl+Delete or Ctrl+Alt+Delete. They discuss SHRM's report showing significantly higher workplace incivility in companies with return-to-office mandates; challenges with remote work including leadership …

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Building Productive Multi-Generational Workplaces with Shawn Johnson 36:30

1M ago36:30

36:30

In episode 192, Coffey talks with Shawn Johnson about creating multigenerational inclusive and productive workplaces. They discuss the age ranges and characteristics of different generations in today's workforce; how parenting styles and historical events shape generational perspectives; the evolution of generational values over time; ways differen…

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The Playbook for Successfully Leveraging Neurodiverse Employees' Talent with Dr. Matt Zakreski 38:37

2M ago38:37

38:37

In episode 191, Coffey talks with Dr. Matt Zakreski about leveraging neurodivergent employees’ unique strengths. They discuss the prevalence of neurodivergence in the workplace; the various types of neurodivergence beyond autism; the concept of masking and its impact on employees; how to avoid tokenism through universal design; strategies for clear…

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Shifting to Skills-Based Hiring to Find Great Talent with Audrey Mickahail 39:40

2M ago39:40

39:40

In episode 190, Coffey talks with Audrey Mickahail about using skills-based hiring to access untapped talent pools. They discuss the "paper ceiling" that excludes qualified candidates without degrees; how degree requirements became default screening tools; the value of skills and experience gained through alternative routes; strategies for employer…

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HR News: From Dripping Springs to DC — Times They Are A-Changin' with Charles Krugel 35:27

2M ago35:27

35:27

In episode 189, Coffey talks with Charles Krugel about a Day Without Immigrants-related firing, unions, the future of DEI, and the ongoing changes coming from the Trump administration. They discuss a "Day Without Immigrants" protest that led to employee terminations at a Texas burger company; Amazon's North Carolina facility voting against unioniza…

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Why Training Fails and How to Fix It with Amy Rosellini 33:20

2M ago33:20

33:20

In episode 188, Coffey talks with Amy Rosellini about the importance of emphasizing behavior change in workplace training. They discuss the high cost and low effectiveness of current workplace training approaches; the importance of measuring behavior change rather than just knowledge transfer; the role of peer feedback in learning; how to engage re…

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When to Initiate an Investigation with Leah Stiegler 31:41

3M ago31:41

31:41

In episode 187, Coffey talks with Leah Stiegler about best practices for the intake process for workplace investigations. They discuss when employers must investigate complaints versus when they can decline; examples of investigations that revealed unexpected findings; handling confidentiality requests from complainants; documentation requirements …

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Is My Life Better Because I Work Here? with Mark Mohammadpour 35:41

3M ago35:41

35:41

In episode 186, Coffey talks with Mark Mohammadpour about creating workplace cultures that prioritize employee well-being. They discuss the evolution of workplace relationships post-pandemic and the importance of well-being beyond salary; the cost implications of employee turnover; the four essential workspaces needed for modern employees (office, …

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HR News: Trump Axes Affirmative Action and DEI for Federal Contractors with Kara Kelley 35:49

3M ago35:49

35:49

In episode 185, Coffey talks with Kara Kelley about the impact of President Trump’s affirmative action order, how not to respond to employee criticism, and nervous candidates. They discuss the implications for federal contractors following the President’s rescission of Executive Order 11246, eliminating most affirmative action program and DEI requi…

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Crossing the Fine Line to Create Authentic Workplaces with Lori Saitz 37:15

3M ago37:15

37:15

In episode 184, Coffey talks with Lori Saitz about creating workplace environments where meaningful connections improve focus and productivity. They discuss the importance of authentic connections in leadership; techniques for managing mental distractions at work; the power of mindful breathing and presence; the impact of gratitude on workplace pro…

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Disability is Diversity: Unlocking the Talent Pool 32:22

4M ago32:22

32:22

In episode 183, Coffey talks with Ron Fish about increasing workplace accessibility and inclusion for employees with disabilities, particularly focusing on hidden disabilities. They discuss the low rate of disability inclusion in corporate DEI initiatives; the reluctance of employees to disclose disabilities due to stigma; the importance of univers…

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The Double-Empathy Problem: Expanding Roles for Neurodiverse Employees with Nikki Drader-Mazza and Dr. Ginny Lopez-Kidwell 44:03

4M ago44:03

44:03

In episode 182, Coffey talks with Nikki Drader-Mazza and Dr. Ginny Lopez-Kidwell about their research on recruiting and integrating autistic employees into roles requiring social interaction, particularly focusing on Goldman Sachs' successful initiative to expand the practice beyond traditional technical positions. They discuss the concept of "doub…

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From Playbook to Business Plan: Leadership Lessons from Sports with Dr. Jamil Northcutt 41:44

4M ago41:44

41:44

In episode 181, Coffey talks with Dr. Jamil Northcutt about the business of sports and the competitive advantages former athletes bring to business teams. They discuss the similarities and differences between sports organizations and traditional businesses; the importance of balancing analytics with human judgment in talent decisions; the challenge…

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HR News: Overemployment, North Korean Scammers, and Employee Monitoring with Patrick Richter 34:37

4M ago34:37

34:37

In episode 180, Coffey and Patrick Richter discuss recent HR news items about remote worker fraud and employee monitoring. They discuss North Korean operatives using stolen identities to infiltrate U.S. companies through remote work positions; the growing trend of "over-employed" individuals secretly working multiple full-time remote jobs; the rise…

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Free Speech and the Workplace with Kacey Riccomini 32:47

4M ago32:47

32:47

In episode 179, Coffey talks with Kacey Riccomini about managing political and social speech in the workplace in a time of heightened political division and social tension. (HRCI business credit) They discuss legal protections for political speech under federal and California state laws; when political speech becomes discriminatory or creates a hos…

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Evolving Data Privacy Regulations and Expectations (Business Credit) with Jason Barrett 38:15

5M ago38:15

38:15

In episode 178, Coffey talks with Jason Barrett about the evolving landscape of data privacy laws and their impact on employers' handling of personal information. They discuss the cultural shift driving increased data privacy concerns; differences between personally identifiable information (PII) and sensitive personal information; roles of data co…

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Security Assessment Essentials for HR Leaders with Anna Redmond 36:40

5M ago36:40

36:40

In episode 177, Coffey talks with Anna Redmond about comprehensive workplace security strategies and violence prevention programs. They discuss physical security challenges beyond workplace violence; the importance of security assessments; domestic violence impacts on workplace safety; California's new workplace violence prevention law (SB 553); wa…

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HR News: Overtime Changes and Overemployment Fraud with Steve Peglar 35:59

5M ago35:59

35:59

In episode 176, Coffey talks with Steve Peglar about recent HR news and Reddit threads including the reversal of DOL overtime thresholds workplace (dis)satisfaction, the “overemployment” phenomenon, and changing employee expectations. They discuss the federal court's overturn of DOL’s changes to overtime salary thresholds following the Loper Bright…

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Preparing for Evolving AI Regulations with Melanie Ronen 31:23

5M ago31:23

31:23

In episode 175, Coffey talks with Melanie Ronen about legal considerations and emerging regulations surrounding the use of AI in employment decisions. They discuss current anti-discrimination laws affecting AI use; recent litigation related to AI in hiring; strategies for avoiding disparate impact discrimination; the role of bias testing in AI syst…

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Driving Culture with Values-Driven Self-Leadership with Andrew Geesbreght 39:40

6M ago39:40

39:40

In episode 174, Coffey talks with Andrew Geesbreght about the importance of values alignment and self-leadership in creating effective organizational cultures. They discuss the nature of organizational values versus individual values; the concept of value congruence and incongruence; the role of self-awareness in leadership development; the importa…

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HRSouthwest: The Follower Effect with Dr. Tony Bridwell 39:22

6M ago39:22

39:22

In episode 173, Coffey talks with Dr. Tony Bridwell about the importance of leadership’s “followership” in building strong teams and cultures. They discuss Tony’s new book, The Follower Effect; the key attributes of effective followers including independent critical thinking, mission focus, and active partnership; the dynamic relationship between l…

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Working with Emerging Professionals with Michaela Glendening (Live from HRSouthwest) 34:01

6M ago34:01

34:01

In episode 172, Coffey talks with Michaela Glendening about engaging and retaining emerging HR professionals and Gen Z employees in the workplace. They discuss Dallas HR's new Emerging HR Professionals Committee initiatives; unique characteristics of Gen Z workers; the importance of regular feedback and communication; mentoring program strategies; …

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The Evolving Nature and Future of Work with Sam Rad (Live from HRSouthwest) 39:24

6M ago39:24

39:24

In episode 171, Coffey talks with Sam Rad live from The HRSW Conference about how rapid technological change is affecting the future of work and organizational structures. They discuss economic evolution from analog to digital transactions; decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs); the impact of AI on jobs and skills; the changing nature of cr…

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Building a Culture of Servant Leadership with Dave Lutes 35:09

7M ago35:09

35:09

In episode 170, Coffey talks with Dave Lutes about servant leadership and its implementation in organizational cultures. They discuss the definition and misconceptions of servant leadership; the importance of authenticity and empathy in leadership; balancing performance management with a servant leadership approach; the challenges of implementing s…

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Creating Effective Remote and Hybrid Workplace Cultures with Wayne Turmel 36:03

7M ago36:03

36:03

In episode 169, Coffey talks with Wayne Turmel about creating effective remote and hybrid work environments. They discuss the evolution of remote work before and after the COVID-19 pandemic; the importance of strategic planning for hybrid work models; the role of technology in remote work communication; balancing productivity and flexibility in rem…

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Locating and Protecting Digital Evidence in Investigations with Noel Kersh 39:28

7M ago39:28

39:28

In episode 168, Coffey talks with Noel Kersh about protecting company information and digital forensics. They discuss the role of digital forensics in investigations; the importance of preserving digital evidence; challenges with personal devices and cloud computing in the workplace; policies for managing company data on personal devices; the emerg…

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HR News: Gen Z No Evil with Leiza Dolghih 34:08

7M ago34:08

34:08

In episode 167, Coffey talks with Leiza Dolghih about generational ethical differences and recent court actions affecting employers. They discuss Gen Z employees' attitudes towards company policies and rule-bending; EEOC lawsuits against companies for disability discrimination; and the Department of Labor's overtime salary basis test. Leiza and Cof…

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Recruiters as Consultants with Mike Kahn 35:08

7M ago35:08

35:08

In episode 166, Coffey talks with Mike Kahn about the current state of recruitment and effective strategies for hiring top talent. They discuss the current job market trends; shifts in demand for different types of HR roles; the importance of specialized skills in HR; the changing landscape of recruitment technology; the value of thorough candidate…

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What HR Needs to Know About Sales Management with Randy Anderson 33:43

8M ago33:43

33:43

In episode 165, Coffey talks with Randy Anderson about managing sales teams effectively. They discuss the differences between managing sales teams and other departments; the importance of proper sales management techniques; balancing sales goals with organizational needs; the role of CRM systems in sales; transitioning from salesperson to sales man…

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HR News: Injunction Junction, What's Your Function? with Julia Gannaway 44:59

8M ago44:59

44:59

🎵Injunction Junction, what’s your function? Shooting down rules, and actions, and causes…🎵 In episode 164, Coffey talks with Julia Gannaway about the impact of the end of Chevron deference on several recent court decisions. The discuss the power shift to administrative agencies under Chevron deference; the Supreme Courts’ rationale in the Loper dec…

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What the Data Tells Us About Employee Engagement with George Rogers 37:13

8M ago37:13

37:13

In episode 163, Coffey talks with George Rogers about creating effective workplace cultures and increasing employee engagement. They discuss defining organizational culture and employee engagement; the importance of engagement for business performance; key factors driving employee retention and satisfaction; the impact of AI on workforce developmen…

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Multinational Talent Management with Francisco Solis 33:24

8M ago33:24

33:24

In episode 162, Coffey talks with Francisco Solis about global immigration strategies and challenges for multinational companies. They discuss CBRE's global talent management approach; integrating immigration strategy with corporate strategy; business travel compliance issues; cultural adaptation for expatriates; comparing U.S. immigration policies…

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Strategies for Cross-Border Employment with Meredith Morris 40:19

9M ago40:19

40:19

In episode 161, Coffey talks with Meredith Morris about global employment strategies and challenges for U.S.-based companies. They discuss the Texas SHRM Global Business Conference; reasons companies seek international talent; alternatives to H-1B visas; risks of misclassifying workers as independent contractors; employer of record (EOR) services; …

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Evolving Options for Employer-Provided Health Insurance with Matt Morris 42:16

9M ago42:16

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In episode 160, Coffey talks with Matt Morris about various health insurance options and strategies for employers, particularly small to medium-sized businesses. They discuss recent trends in health insurance cost increases; comparing traditional fully-insured plans to alternative funding methods; health savings accounts (HSAs) and health reimburse…

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Hiring for Skills with Mark Smith 41:55

9M ago41:55

41:55

In episode 159, Coffey talks with Mark Smith about employers’ shift towards skills-first hiring. They discuss the evolution of applicant evaluation to skills-first hiring; the diminishing relevance of college degrees in hiring; the importance of soft skills in employee retention; the process of developing a skills-based hiring approach; the use of …

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HR News: It's All About Engagement with Ashley Smalley 39:22

9M ago39:22

39:22

In episode 158, Coffey talks with Ashley Smalley about recent HR trends and news items related to employee engagement and workplace culture. They discuss Gallup's global survey on gender differences in employee engagement; the importance of leadership communication and employee feedback; the concept of "personality hires" and its potential drawback…

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Evolving from Business Partner to Trusted Advisor with Kristine Conway 37:20

10M ago37:20

37:20

In episode 157, Coffey talks with Kristine Conway about the evolution of HR roles from generalists to business partners to trusted advisors. They discuss the difference between “business partners” and “trusted advisors;” the importance of resilience and emotional intelligence; developing listening and coaching skills; building relationships to esta…

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People First, Profits Follow with Dee Maddox 32:35

10M ago32:35

32:35

In episode 156, Coffey talks with Dee Maddox about the business impact of “putting people first.” They discuss the meaning of a “people-first” approach; balancing people-first practices with business objectives; common mistakes companies make in implementing people-first strategies; the consequences of neglecting people in favor of processes; the c…

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Navigating the Freelance Workforce with Tony Buffum 43:35

10M ago43:35

43:35

In episode 155, Coffey talks with Tony Buffum about the evolving freelance workforce and its impact on the labor market. They discuss the growth of the freelance workforce; differences between gig jobs and freelance work; the increasing preference for freelance work among younger generations; the use of platforms like Upwork for accessing diverse t…

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Creating a Consistent Employee Engagement Culture with Michele Haugh 37:26

10M ago37:26

37:26

In episode 154, Coffey talks with Michele Haugh about employee engagement and how to enhance it within organizations. They discuss the definition of employee engagement; the importance of operationalizing engagement activities; creating a 12-month roadmap for engagement; the necessity of ongoing leadership training and development; integrating comp…

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What Employers Need to Know About Employee Assessments with Brandon Jordan 43:17

11M ago43:17

43:17

In episode 153, Coffey talks with Brandon Jordan about the use of assessments in the employee selection and development process. They discuss the different types of employee assessments available in the market and when each might be appropriate; the right questions to ask assessment providers; types of assessments and what they measure; the potenti…

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Impacting the Community with Great People Practices with Dr. Kenneth Nichols 34:37

11M ago34:37

34:37

In episode 152, Coffey talks with Dr. Kenneth Nichols about how a company's people practices can positively impact their community. They discuss sustainability and corporate citizenship; the importance of visible leadership in the community; recruitment practices reflecting community diversity; the benefits of local recruiting and training programs…

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Recognizing and Remedying Organizational Burnout with Kelly Bubolz 33:32

11M ago33:32

33:32

In episode 151, Coffey talks with Kelly Bubolz about the causes of burnout and how to address it within an organization. They discuss the distinction between burnout and stress; the factors contributing to burnout in industries like hospitality and among remote workers; the changing work environment leading to increased burnout; the shift away from…

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HR News: Location, Location, Termination with Suzanne Lucas 37:42

11M ago37:42

37:42

In episode 150, Coffey talks with Suzanne Lucas about her Evil HR Lady articles from May. They discuss the kerfuffle that arose after she released an article suggesting that employees who change their work location without coordinating with their employee should be fired; the tax and regulatory issues employers and employees face when working in ot…

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People Management in Entrepreneurial Firms with Kurt Wilkin 32:20

11M ago32:20

32:20

In episode 149, Coffey talks with Kurt Wilkin about people leadership in entrepreneurial firms. They discuss the premise behind Kurt's book "Who's Your Mike," which focuses on the different kinds of workplace personalities encountered as an entrepreneurial firm matures; the evolution of HR in entrepreneurial businesses; common misconceptions that e…

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