Career Compass

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Dec 2024

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Welcome to Career Compass, a podcast from SHRM and the SHRM Foundation to inspire students and emerging professionals as they pursue their careers. Tune in to hear from HR professionals, workplace leaders and experts as they share their career insights for success in navigating the current and future career landscape.

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December 11, 202431 min

Navigating Benefits with Katrina Thaler

In this episode, we delve into the critical importance of understanding health insurance among young professionals and emphasizing the role of HR in facilitating this knowledge. We explore common challenges faced during open enrollment and provide strategies to overcome them, especially for those new to the process. Additionally, we offer insights for HR students and professionals navigating the evolving landscape.Earn 0.5 SHRM PDC by listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Rate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

November 27, 202432 min

Mastering Work-Life Boundaries with Maria Harrigan

In this episode, Maria shares her expert insights into the critical importance of work-life integration in today's dynamic workforce. She discusses practical strategies for setting boundaries and initiating conversations with employers, while emphasizing the role of corporate policies in maintaining a balanced work environment. Additionally, Maria addresses the complexities introduced by remote work and offers guidance on designing roles to inherently support employees' balanced lifestyles.Earn 0.5 SHRM PDC by listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Rate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

November 13, 202430 min

Mariel McAllister's Art of Mastering Time

In this episode of Career Compass, we delve into the world of human resources and organizational strategy with Mariel McAllister. A seasoned leader and Certified Professional Coach, Mariel shares her expert insights on mastering time management, balancing professional and personal commitments, and utilizing leadership tools. Her invaluable advice provides emerging professionals and students with actionable strategies to enhance productivity and navigate their burgeoning careers effectively.Earn 0.5 SHRM PDC by listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Rate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

October 30, 202432 min

Mastering Career Mobility with Isaac Agbeshie-Noye

In this episode of Career Compass, we delve into the multifaceted implications of job switching for recent graduates entering the workforce. By examining the advantages, potential risks, and industry-specific benefits, our guest, Isaac Agbeshie-Noye, provides actionable strategies for job seekers to confidently navigate their career trajectories.Earn 0.5 SHRM PDC by listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Rate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

October 16, 202428 min

Disagree Better: A Path to Civility with John Barrand

John Barrand, CHRO of the state of Utah joins this episode to discuss the importance of speaking civilly and disagreeing in a respectful manner. John has been integrated in the Disagree Better campaign that is being spearheaded by the governor of Utah. Aly and John discuss how important this campaign is, in conjunction with civility, in a time of political and social challenges.Episode transcriptEarn 0.5 SHRM PDC by listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Rate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

October 2, 202428 min

Michele Grant on Impressing Your Interviewer

This episode of Career Compass hosts Michele Grant, author of The Power Dressers and executive business consultant, to discuss the do's and don'ts of interviews. From bringing your parents, to picking the right shoes, Michele is here to provide her expertise at shining in an interview.Earn 0.5 SHRM PDC by listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Rate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

September 18, 202427 min

Future-Proof Your Career: AI Advice From SHRM’s Andy Biladeau

In this episode of Career Compass, SHRM Chief Transformation Officer Andy Biladeau discusses how to find a satisfying career path and future-proof it by developing your AI prompt muscles.Earn 0.5 SHRM PDC by listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Episode transcriptRate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

September 4, 202424 min

Power Skills for the Modern Workforce: Insights from Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.

Join SHRM President and CEO, Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., for some of the best advice on strengthening your power skills and how to use them to your advantage in the workplace. Plus, stay tuned for his BEST career advice on this episode of Career Compass.Episode transcriptEarn 0.5 SHRM PDC by listening to this podcast; all details provided in episode.Rate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

April 24, 202432 min

Find the Right Job Fit with Andre Martin

Everyone has a certain way that they work when they’re at their best, and if that doesn't match the way their company likes to work, there's wrong fit for the position. In this season finale of Career Compass, hosts Aly Sharp and Kevin Abbed speak with work culture strategist and author Andre Martin about right-fit job topics including how to create a people manager experience that serves you, finding psychological safety at work, and reciprocity in mentor/mentee relationships.Earn 0.5 SHRM PDC for listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Episode transcriptRate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.

April 10, 202434 min

The Intersection of AI and IE&D with Dr. Alex Alonso

Navigated correctly, generative AI has the potential to universally level the playing field in the world of work by providing everyone the ability to access the entirety of human knowledge through the use of prompts and queries. In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Demetrius Norman and Aly Sharp are joined by SHRM Chief of Data and Insights, Dr. Alex Alonso, PhD, SHRM-SCP, to discuss the implications and opportunities of generative AI as they pertain to students and emerging professionals, and share his actionable advice on how to cultivate AI habits that equip them with a competitive edge in today’s employment landscape.Earn 0.5 SHRM PDC for listening to this podcast; all details provided in-episode.Episode transcriptRate and review Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts.