HR Leaders Lounge

The Silent Threat AI Poses to Your Team That No One Talks About

AI is streamlining HR tasks—but could it be quietly stripping away the dignity of work? In this episode, we explore how to balance automation with humanity and what HR leaders must do to protect what makes work meaningful. In this episode: * We play “Real or Robot” and roast overused AI quotes * Explore how AI impacts employee value beyond job security * Share real-world stories (and pies) that show the power of the human touch Connect with us: Dakota on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakota-hebert-8495851b/] Felicia on LinkedIn [http://linkedin] 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more real-talk HR insights!

Is the Four-Day Work Week the Answer?

Is the four-day work week really the solution we’ve been waiting for—or just a flashy band-aid for a bigger issue? In this episode of HR Leaders Lounge, we explore the deeper questions behind the four-day work week conversation: - Why the five-day work week isn’t as “traditional” as we think - How burnout, flexibility, and productivity are shaping employee expectations - Why shorter weeks don’t necessarily mean better work-life balance Plus, our hosts dive into how remote work, generational shifts, and family life all tie into the evolving future of work—and why flexibility might matter more than the number of days you clock in. 👇 Got thoughts on the four-day work week? We want to hear from you on LinkedIn! Connect with us: Dakota on LinkedIn Felicia on LinkedIn 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more real-talk HR insights!

What Is Fractional Leadership? Breaking Down the Trend Behind the Buzzword

You don’t need a full-time exec to make a full impact. More companies are turning to a new model called fractional twinning—bringing in seasoned executives part-time to bring high-level expertise without the full-time cost. In this episode of HR Leaders Lounge, we explore what fractional leadership actually is (and why it’s gaining traction) * How it helps companies reduce overhead while leveling up talent * The cultural shift and how full-time staff really feel about fractional execs * Best practices for integrating fractional leaders without the friction Plus, our hosts go head-to-head in a “Fractional Draft Pick” to build their dream team of part-time execs 👇 Have you worked with a fractional leader—or been one? Tell us your experience on LinkedIn! Connect with us: Dakota on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakota-hebert-8495851b/]  Felicia on LinkedIn [http://linkedin] 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more HR insights!

HR in the Speakeasy: Real Talk from Independent School Leaders

Step into the HR Leaders Lounge—LIVE from a 1920s-style distillery in NYC during the NBOA conference. In this special episode, we go off-script and into the speakeasy to chat with independent school leaders and HR professionals about what’s really happening in education HR. In this episode: * Outdated HR practices that used to be completely normal in schools * Why teachers are leaving—and what’s keeping them * How AI is changing classrooms and hiring * Candid interviews with NBOA attendees Connect with us: Dakota on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakota-hebert-8495851b/]  Felicia on LinkedIn [http://linkedin] 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more HR insights!

Making Sense of the Multi-Gen Workplace

Welcome to Part 2 of our two-part generational deep dive!The modern workplace just became a whole lot more crowded—with Traditionalists, Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and even Gen Alpha in the mix. And guess who’s holding it all together? HR.In this episode, we break down the challenges (and opportunities) of managing the most generationally diverse workforce in history: 🧠 How communication preferences are clashing across generations. * The power of mentorship, reverse shadowing, and knowledge transfer * How generations can play their strengths off one another and learn from each other * 🧙‍♂️ And yes, we talk about Millennials... and Harry Potter 👇 Leave a comment: What’s one workplace habit you’ve learned from another generation? Connect with us: Dakota on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakota-hebert-8495851b/]  Felicia on LinkedIn [http://linkedin] 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more HR insights!