HR Hacks & Halos

In this final episode of Season 1, Jivan takes a look back at the various powerful themes explored throughout the season, including the impact of NDAs on silencing victims, the challenges of toxic leadership, and the importance of emotional vulnerability in the workplace. Make sure you stay tuned for Season 2, as Jivan continues her deep dive into the future of HR. KEY TAKEAWAYS The podcast highlighted the detrimental effects of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) that silence victims of sexual assault, emphasizing the need for policy changes to promote justice and transparency in the workplace. Discussions around toxic leadership behaviours, such as bullying and gaslighting, contrasted with the qualities of effective leaders who demonstrate empathy, accountability, and kindness, underscoring the need for a cultural shift in leadership styles. The episode on crying at work reframed tears as a form of data that signals underlying issues within workplace culture, advocating for the recognition of emotional vulnerability as a strength rather than a weakness. Conversations around LGBTQ+ rights and the importance of inclusion emphasised that fostering a diverse workplace is not merely an HR initiative but a daily leadership responsibility that contributes to overall workplace happiness and acceptance. BEST MOMENTS "When I started this podcast, I really wanted to give a voice to people like myself that had been silenced by systems, by NDAs, by fear, by power imbalance." "Tears aren't a weakness. They're data. They help us understand what's going on in our businesses." "Nobody chooses to wake up in the wrong body, right? Nobody chooses to be that unhappy with your body that you choose to be a different body." "Inclusion isn't just an HR initiative. It's a daily act of leadership." "If season one was all about calling out some of the problems, season two is going to be all about building those solutions." HOST BIO Jivan Dempsey has first hand experience of workplace toxicity and bad boss behaviour. Triggered by the #MeToo movement she was compelled to talk about her experiences in her early career, groomed and assaulted by a boss at work, his subsequent aggression and bullying behaviour which impacted her work performance, mental health and eventually cost her a job she'd loved. Listeners are drawn to her raw honesty and insightful reflections on change and resilience. Her book, "The HR Change Manager's Handbook" and collaboration on "Can't Break Me," attest to her change and transformation expertise and dedication to empowering others - from someone who's been in the trenches and emerged stronger. As a seasoned HR professional, consultant, psychologist and speaker, she offers bespoke consultancy and programmes to help companies navigate HR transformation that delivers a better employee experience and cultural shifts to create healthier, happier, and more inclusive workplaces for all. Please connect with her on Linked In: Jivan Dempsey FCIPD GMBPsS | LinkedIn Or send her an email at: jivan@fiverivers-consulting.com www.fiverivers-consulting.com HR Change Manager’s Handbook: The 3 Step Guide To Managing HR Transformation: https://amzn.eu/d/drvToPv Are you working in a toxic environment? Take our free quiz to find out https://bit.ly/3BPZXSR This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/