Good Morning, HR

Mike Coffey, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Good Morning, HR Podcast

HR entrepreneur Mike Coffey, SPHR, SHRM-SCP engages business thought leaders about the strategic, psychological, legal, and practical implications of bringing people together to create value for shareholders, customers, and the community. As an HR consultant, mentor to first-stage businesses through EO’s Accelerator program, and owner of Imperative—Bulletproof Background Screening, Mike is passionate about helping other professionals improve how they recruit, select, and manage their people. Most thirty-minute episodes of Good Morning, HR will be eligible for half a recertification credit for both HRCI and SHRM-certified professionals. Mike is a member of Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) Fort Worth and active with the Texas Association of Business, the Fort Worth Chamber, and Texas SHRM.

  1. Recruiters as Consultants with Mike Kahn

    5 DAYS AGO

    Recruiters as Consultants with Mike Kahn

    In episode 166, Coffey talks with Mike Kahn about the current state of recruitment and effective strategies for hiring top talent. They discuss the current job market trends; shifts in demand for different types of HR roles; the importance of specialized skills in HR; the changing landscape of recruitment technology; the value of thorough candidate vetting and cultural fit assessment; the role of internal versus external recruiters; effective communication with hiring managers; generational differences in job seekers; and the impact of remote work on recruitment. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest: Mike Kahn brings a unique combination of 22 years as an HR practitioner and 18 years in recruiting for Human Resources professionals. Having performed and or managed most of the functions for which he recruits provides an unparalleled understanding in assessing candidates and consulting with clients. A native Houstonian, Mike supported HR in retail, manufacturing, financial services and distribution prior to going into search where he has worked with Fortune 20 companies down to 100 person organizations in building or enhancing their HR teams. He has filled roles in private sector, governmental and for-profit organizations and in all industries.  He has served as president of both HR Houston and Texas SHRM. He attended Tulane University in New Orleans, is happily married for 41 years to his childhood neighbor and is a performing vocalist in his spare time. Mike Kahn can be reached at https://www.burnettspecialists.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekahnsphr About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council. Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know. Learning Objectives: 1. Develop a comprehensive understanding of candidates beyond their resumes, focusing on cultural fit and soft skills to ensure successful hires. 2.Implement effective communication strategies with hiring managers to clearly define job requirements and set realistic expectations for the recruitment process. 3. Adapt recruitment strategies to address generational differences and changing work preferences, such as the increasing demand for flexible and hybrid work arrangements.

    35 min
  2. What HR Needs to Know About Sales Management with Randy Anderson

    12 SEPT

    What HR Needs to Know About Sales Management with Randy Anderson

    In episode 165, Coffey talks with Randy Anderson about managing sales teams effectively. They discuss the differences between managing sales teams and other departments; the importance of proper sales management techniques; balancing sales goals with organizational needs; the role of CRM systems in sales; transitioning from salesperson to sales manager; managing high-maintenance, high-performing employees; hiring and matching sales candidates to organizational style; and compensation strategies for sales teams. Don’t miss Randy Anderson and other amazing speakers at the HR Southwest Conference on October 13th – 16th. For more information, visit https://www.hrsouthwest.com. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest: Randy Anderson is co-founder of E3 Professional Trainers…a training firm that provides workplace and life training for individuals, teams, and companies. His strategies are designed to help people become more engaged in their work, better equipped to do it, and feel empowered to live a more fulfilling and influential life. Before starting E3 in 2005, Randy spent 20 years in sales and management. Most of that time was spent in media sales, which gave him the opportunity to work with virtually every type of business and industry. It is from that experience that he draws the ideas and strategies to help his clients improve their performance in the workplace and to achieve their maximum potential in life. Randy was awarded the designation of Certified Speaking Professional in 2012. This is the highest earned designation given by the National Speakers Association, recognizing proven expertise in speaking eloquence, business enterprise, and professional ethics. Randy received his Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Communications from Texas Tech University in 1990. Since that time, he has participated in and completed numerous training courses including; Your Leadership Legacy (Ken Blanchard Co.),Changing the Picture (Ziglar Corp.), Ethics 101 (Cox Enterprises, Inc.), LifeNet Time Management Training (Life Net Inc.), Basic Selling Skills (AVI International), Top Selling (Ziglar Corp.), Professional Selling Skills (Learning International), System 21 Selling (Executive Decision Systems), and Fast Track Media Sales (Cox Media, Inc.). His most valuable experience has come through more than 25 years of on-the-job, real-world experience: 12 of which were spent managing others, and over 16 years running his own company. Randy Anderson can be reached at  https://www.e3professionaltrainers.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/randyandersontrainer https://twitter.com/e3proftrainers https://www.facebook.com/E3ProfessionalTrainers About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25 years of HR-entrepren

    34 min
  3. 5 SEPT

    HR News: Injunction Junction, What's Your Function? with Julia Gannaway

    🎵Injunction Junction, what’s your function? Shooting down rules, and actions, and causes…🎵 In episode 164, Coffey talks with Julia Gannaway about the impact of the end of Chevron deference on several recent court decisions. The discuss the power shift to administrative agencies under Chevron deference; the Supreme Courts’ rationale in the Loper decision; the nationwide injunction against the Federal Trade Commissions’ noncompete rule; the Supreme Court’s Starbucks decision holding the National Labor Relations Board to a higher standard when seeking injunctions; the impact of the Fifth Circuit’s overruling of the Department of Labor’s “tip credit rule;” and whether this trend will extend to the DOL’s latest changes to the salary requirements for exempt employees. Links to stuff they talked about are on our website at https://goodmorninghr.com/EP164 and include the following topics: - School House Rock: Conjunction Junction- The End of Chevron Deference: What the Supreme Court’s Ruling in Loper Bright Means for the Regulated Community- Practical Guidance on Labor and Employment Issues in a Post-Chevron World- Legal Challenges to the U.S. Department of Labor’s New Overtime Rule- Texas federal court partially enjoins DOL’s overtime final rule- Supreme Court, in Starbucks Ruling, Curbs Labor Regulator’s Authority: In a blow to the National Labor Relations Board, the justices made it more difficult to order employers to reinstate fired workers.- Starbucks v. McKinney: Implications of the Supreme Court’s Ruling on 10(j) Injunctions- Judge Issues Nationwide Injunction on FTC Noncompete Final Rule, - Judge Tosses FTC Ban on Noncompete Agreements- Fifth Circuit Strikes Down DOL Tip Credit Rule: What It Means for Employers Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest: Julia Gannaway is a 1991 graduate of Texas A&M with an economics degree and obtained her J.D. from the University of Houston in 1994. Her law firm – Ross, Gannaway, Clifton PLLC – dedicates itself solely to assisting employers. She advises clients on matters relating to federal and state agency investigations, conducts employer investigations, prepares and revises employer handbooks, and advises clients on pay matters including the FLSA and the Texas Pay Day Act. She is a member of the Texas Bar College. Julia currently serves on the Fort Worth HR Board of Directors as Legal and Legislative Director. Julia Gannaway can be reached at https://rossgannaway.law https://www.linkedin.com/company/rossgannawayclifton About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council. Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certificatio

    45 min
  4. What the Data Tells Us About Employee Engagement with George Rogers

    29 AUG

    What the Data Tells Us About Employee Engagement with George Rogers

    In episode 163, Coffey talks with George Rogers about creating effective workplace cultures and increasing employee engagement. They discuss defining organizational culture and employee engagement; the importance of engagement for business performance; key factors driving employee retention and satisfaction; the impact of AI on workforce development; effective performance management practices; the role of leadership in fostering engagement; and the importance of frequent, meaningful feedback. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest: George Rogers has spent over two decades dedicated to inspiring leaders and transforming workplace cultures. Globally recognized as a keynote speaker, George delivers powerful insights on fostering purposeful and profitable businesses. His book Champion Your Purpose offers practical steps for creating work environments supporting people and profits. It's a guide for those who want to lead with impact. As the Chief Culture Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory and Culture of Good and founder of CandL llc, he has committed himself to shaping workplaces that are as people-focused as they are successful. George helps organizations and leaders craft cultures rooted in purpose, ensuring that their work makes a positive difference while driving business growth. George Rogers can be reached at https://www.championyourpurpose.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/thegeorgerogers https://x.com/thegeorgerogers https://www.facebook.com/georgerogerstalk https://www.instagram.com/thegeorge_rogers About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council. Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know. Learning Objectives: 1. Implement a comprehensive employee development strategy that focuses on leveraging individual strengths and providing growth opportunities. 2. Establish regular, structured feedback processes, including peer-to-peer recognition and frequent check-ins between managers and employees. 3. Develop leadership skills that emphasize active listening and understanding employee concerns without immediately trying to "fix" problems.

    37 min
  5. Multinational Talent Management with Francisco Solis

    22 AUG

    Multinational Talent Management with Francisco Solis

    In episode 162, Coffey talks with Francisco Solis about global immigration strategies and challenges for multinational companies. They discuss CBRE's global talent management approach; integrating immigration strategy with corporate strategy; business travel compliance issues; cultural adaptation for expatriates; comparing U.S. immigration policies with other countries; safety and diversity considerations for international assignments; and key factors in deciding where to expand or hire internationally. For more information about the Texas SHRM Global Conference on September 19th visit https://www.texasshrmglobalconference.org/ Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest: Francisco Solis leads the Global Immigration Program at CBRE. In this role, he oversees global immigration strategy, which aligns with leaderships priorities to attract and retain top talent.  Francisco has over 16 years of in-house experience in immigration, international HR, and expatriate management. His experience has included major players in Oil & Gas, Tech and Commercial Real Estate; which include two Fortune 100 organizations. Francisco Solis can be reached at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/francisco-solisgm About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council. Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know. Learning Objectives: 1. Develop a comprehensive global immigration strategy that aligns with corporate goals and considers the full lifecycle of international employees. 2. Implement robust compliance measures for international business travel, considering varying regulations across countries. 3. Evaluate multiple factors beyond immigration policies when expanding internationally, including local talent pools, ease of hiring, cultural fit, and legal considerations.

    33 min
  6. Strategies for Cross-Border Employment with Meredith Morris

    15 AUG

    Strategies for Cross-Border Employment with Meredith Morris

    In episode 161, Coffey talks with Meredith Morris about global employment strategies and challenges for U.S.-based companies. They discuss the Texas SHRM Global Business Conference; reasons companies seek international talent; alternatives to H-1B visas; risks of misclassifying workers as independent contractors; employer of record (EOR) services; cultural differences in international employment; and legal compliance issues in global hiring. Register for the Texas SHRM Global Business Conference at https://www.texasshrmglobalconference.org/ Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest: Meredith Morris is a seasoned global mobility professional with over 25 years of progressive experience across multiple verticals within the global business services and relocation management space.  Meredith is the current Director, International Development with Global Expansion where her focus is educating and supporting international companies to align strategies and solutions to mobilize and hire people resources globally. Meredith is the current Director of the Texas SHRM Global Business Conference, served for over 11 years on Houston Relocation Professionals Board of Directors in multiple capacities including former President and Vice President, along with involvement with Texas SHRM, SHRM and Worldwide ERC. Meredith, currently based in Houston, Texas, is a graduate of the University of Houston, where she earned her BBA in Marketing. She is a licensed Realtor and has earned the SHRM-CP designation through the Society of Human Resource Management, as well as Certified Relocation Professional (CRP) and Global Mobility Specialist (GMS) designations through Worldwide Employee Relocation Council.  On a personal note, she is a mother to two young adult boys, One a Sophomore in College and one about to be a Freshman in college, a fur baby Australian Shepard named Boo and enjoys reading, baseball, salt water fishing and the beach. Meredith Morris can be reached at  https://texasshrm7.wildapricot.org  https://www.globalexpansion.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredith-morris-crp-gms About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council. Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know. Learning Objectives: 1. Explore alternative strategies for international hiring  to comply with local laws and mitigate risks. 2. Evaluate the benefits and challenges of tapping into global talent poo

    40 min
  7. Evolving Options for Employer-Provided Health Insurance with Matt Morris

    8 AUG

    Evolving Options for Employer-Provided Health Insurance with Matt Morris

    In episode 160, Coffey talks with Matt Morris about various health insurance options and strategies for employers, particularly small to medium-sized businesses. They discuss recent trends in health insurance cost increases; comparing traditional fully-insured plans to alternative funding methods; health savings accounts (HSAs) and health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs); level-funded and self-funded plans; captive insurance arrangements; reference-based pricing; the importance of employee education and communication; and criteria for selecting an insurance broker. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest: Matt is a Fort Worth native graduating from Aledo High School then Hardin-Simmons University where he obtained his BBA in Finance and Leadership, graduating with honors in 2002. He was a two-time NCAA All-American offensive lineman while working through college where he met his wife Sarah.  In 2006 Matt received his MBA from Texas Christian University while helping grow Gus Bates Insurance & Investments serving in operational, consulting, Team Lead and President roles from 2002-2020.  In July of 2020 Gus Bates joined HUB in a very strategic move to merge 2 great offices within Fort Worth.  Matt then assumed the role of Area President and now leads the combined teams.  The HUB Fort Worth family is a passionate, energetic team with the guiding principle “Don’t tell me how much you know, just show me how much you care.”  Matt leads by example.  He supports and encourages teams pushing themselves to “find the better way,” constantly.  He believes the "pursuit of excellence" is something that should never end!  Matt holds his Texas Life, Accident & Health, Texas Insurance Counselors, and Texas Property & Casualty licenses.  He also holds FINRA Series 7, Series 65, and Series 63 licenses, a Chartered Benefits Consultant Designation, among others. In his spare time, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife Sarah and two daughters, Lillian and Hannah.  As a family they enjoy anything outdoors, traveling, reading, coaching and competing in kids sports which often occupies their weekends.  They are active members of Christ Chapel Bible Church, part owners in the Aledo Volleyball Club, and Matt serves on numerous boards such as First Financial Bank’s Advisory Board and Aledo’s various Growth Committees, among others. Matt Morris can be reached at  https://www.hubinternational.com/ About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council. Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Mike lives in Fort Worth with his

    42 min
  8. Hiring for Skills with Mark Smith

    1 AUG

    Hiring for Skills with Mark Smith

    In episode 159, Coffey talks with Mark Smith about employers’ shift towards skills-first hiring. They discuss the evolution of applicant evaluation to skills-first hiring; the diminishing relevance of college degrees in hiring; the importance of soft skills in employee retention; the process of developing a skills-based hiring approach; the use of assessments and structured interviews in hiring; preventing cheating in skills assessments; and the ethical considerations of candidate projects or role-play assessments. Mark Smith best-selling book  “A Better Choice: The Manager’s Guide to Skills-First Hiring.”  https://a.co/d/hTK228B Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest: Mark Smith, Ph.D., is a distinguished HR expert and the Principal Consultant at A Better Choice Hire, specializing in candidate assessments. He is the author of the recent best-selling book, “A Better Choice: The Manager’s Guide to Skills-First Hiring.” With a Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of South Florida, Mark has dedicated his career to advancing hiring practices and talent management strategies. Named one of the top 50 HR Professionals and Leaders of 2024, he also serves on the Advisory Board for Xobin. Mark's innovative approaches to candidate assessment and his extensive experience in HR assessments and validation have earned him a reputation as a leader in the field. He presented expert testimony about skills-based hiring to the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce and has collaborated with the National Academy of Science on the future of work. In addition to his consulting work with various organizations, Mark has made significant contributions to HR research and certification exams for HR professionals. His primary focus is helping companies stay competitive by hiring the right people. Beyond his professional achievements, Mark is also an accomplished ballroom dancer alongside his wife, Kira. They have reached the Gold level at Arthur Murray Dance and have performed in the Nutcracker and Don Quixote with the Virginia Ballet Company. Originally from Kalamazoo, Michigan, Mark brings a unique blend of scientific rigor, creative problem-solving, and passion for human potential to all his endeavors. Mark Smith can be reached at www.abetterchoicehire.com www.linkedin.com/in/mark-smith-ph-d-1776201a8 About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council. Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet,

    42 min

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HR entrepreneur Mike Coffey, SPHR, SHRM-SCP engages business thought leaders about the strategic, psychological, legal, and practical implications of bringing people together to create value for shareholders, customers, and the community. As an HR consultant, mentor to first-stage businesses through EO’s Accelerator program, and owner of Imperative—Bulletproof Background Screening, Mike is passionate about helping other professionals improve how they recruit, select, and manage their people. Most thirty-minute episodes of Good Morning, HR will be eligible for half a recertification credit for both HRCI and SHRM-certified professionals. Mike is a member of Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) Fort Worth and active with the Texas Association of Business, the Fort Worth Chamber, and Texas SHRM.

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