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HR After Dark Podcast

Join The O'Connor Group's Marcia Zaruba O'Connor, CEO & Founder and Meghan Popoleo, Vice President of Growth, as they bring a fresh perspective to the HR landscape, adding a twist to every conversation. Whether you're an HR professional looking to stay ahead of the curve, a business leader seeking innovative HR solutions, or simply curious about the inner workings of the modern workplace, HR After Dark is your go-to destination. But here's the best part - HR After Dark isn't your typical HR podcast. Prepare for candid discussions, unexpected insights, and maybe even a few laughs along the way.

  1. Marcia and Meghan explore the exciting and complex world of HR in the AI era. From revolutionizing recruiting and benefits management to performance evaluations, AI is transforming HR processes. But with these advancements come ethical concerns, including bias, transparency, and privacy issues. Together, they discuss how to balance automation with the human touch, emphasizing that AI should enhance the employee experience, not replace human interaction. They also highlight the importance of HR leaders staying proactive in ensuring ethical and effective use of AI tools. Tune in for insights on how AI is reshaping HR and how we can navigate its challenges to create efficient, people-centered workplaces.

  2. In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan explore The Evolution of Work: Adapting to Generational Shifts. With Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z all sharing the workplace, understanding how to manage, communicate, and engage across generations is more important than ever. They break down the unique values and work styles of each generation, discuss strategies for managing cross-generational teams, and share tips on attracting and retaining top talent across age groups. Whether you're an HR professional, business leader, or just curious about workplace dynamics, this episode offers practical insights to help you navigate the changing world of work. Tune in for actionable takeaways and fresh perspectives on building a more inclusive and adaptable workforce!

  3. On this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan sit down with Brendan Dodge, Senior Account Executive at VC3—an IT and cybersecurity company dedicated to supporting small to mid-sized businesses with the right tools and resources to stay protected. Brendan shares three essential tips business owners should focus on with their teams this year. His key reminder: "You're not too small to be hacked—you're just too small to make the headlines."

  4. Join Marcia and Meghan in this insightful episode of HR After Dark as they welcome Stephanie D’Angelo, Founder and CEO of HerClub. Recognizing the power of golf in professional networking, Stephanie created HerClub to help women gain confidence on the course and make meaningful business connections. With 50% of women saying that being able to talk about golf has advanced their careers, HerClub provides essential etiquette, tools, and resources to empower them in both business and golf. Stephanie talks about people management, policy and procedures, and the HR function she is working on to build her business.

  5. Join Marcia and Meghan in this insightful episode of HR After Dark as they dive into the best practices of onboarding. Onboarding is the first impression you make and the tone you set with your new team members. What does your process look like? Marcia and Meghan explore how effective onboarding sets the tone for employee success. From pre-boarding tips to long-term engagement strategies, they share actionable insights to help you boost retention, productivity, and culture alignment.

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