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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. 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."

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Join Marcia and Meghan in this insightful episode of HR After Dark as they dive into the evolving concepts of work-life balance and employee wellbeing. Work-life balance isn’t just a trendy phrase—it’s about building a sustainable work environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. Wellbeing goes beyond physical health to include mental, emotional, and even financial wellness. A holistic approach to employee wellbeing leads to a more engaged and productive workforce. Together, Marcia and Meghan explore actionable strategies for creating workplace cultures that prioritize balance and wellbeing, benefiting both employees and organizations. Tune in for practical tips and fresh perspectives on making employee wellness more than just a check-the-box initiative.

  5. In this episode of HR After Dark, Marcia and Meghan dive into the concept of embracing radical candor in the workplace, inspired by Kim Scott's book Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. The core idea is to care personally while challenging others directly. Radical candor fosters a culture where employees at every level feel empowered to speak up. How does radical candor play out in your workplace? Tune in for practical tips on showing empathy and support to your team while fostering open communication.

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