HR Coffee Time Fay Wallis

Looking to elevate your professional development and would like to ask for your employer’s support?
Whether it’s joining Inspiring HR or embarking on another professional learning journey, this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help.

Guests Kathryn Bryan and Larissa Smith, alumni from previous Inspiring HR cohorts, generously detail their paths to gaining employer support for their professional growth. They also share practical advice to help you confidently secure funding for your own development.
 
Useful Links
Connect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingLearn more about Inspiring HR
 

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Episode 97: Inspiring HR – the purpose behind it and what to expect if you joinEpisode 88: How to write a Compelling Business Case & get approval for your idea, with Jo Taylor

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Working in the fast-paced, busy world of HR can feel stressful. As a dedicated and hardworking HR professional, you may find yourself prioritising looking after everyone else in the organisation above your own wellbeing. But it’s so important you are able to take care of yourself too, so that the stress doesn’t reach the point of burnout. In this episode of HR Coffee Time, released during Stress Awareness Month, Dr Jo Burrell joins host, Fay Wallis, to share her advice on spotting signs of stress and how to take action to stop it in its tracks.


Key Points From This Episode
[00:00] Introduction and Importance of Discussing Stress and Burnout
[02:09] Introducing Dr Jo Burrell
[07:05] Worrying Results from the HR Mental Wellbeing Survey
[08:52] Understanding and Combating Burnout
[11:42] Personal Reflections on Stress and Work Habits
[22:11] Strategies to Prevent Burnout and Manage Stress
[29:21] An Example Case Study
[39:07] Book Recommendation
 

Useful Links
Connect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Jo on LinkedInJo’s website: Ultimate ResilienceHSE (Health and Safety Executive) stress resourcesCIPD’s wellbeing helpline
 

Buy the Book Recommendation
(Disclosure: the book links are affiliate links which means that Fay will receive a small commission from Amazon if you make a purchase through them)
A Work In Progress: Unlocking Wellbeing to Create More Sustainable and Resilient Organisations, by Gethin Nadin
  

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You can find the transcript on this page of the Bright Sky Career Coaching website.


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If you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. This video shows you how to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts (because it isn’t very intuitive). If you're kind enough to leave a review, let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.
 

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Throughout your HR journey, it's normal for your confidence to sometimes dip or wobble. That's exactly where HR Coffee Time steps in to lend a hand. In this episode, you’ll hear insights from five expert guests whose advice spans from broad confidence-boosting tips to specific strategies for navigating those tricky moments in your career. Tune in for a blend of perspectives that will lift your spirits and arm you with practical tools for a more confident path forward in HR.

Key Points From This Episode
[00:00] Introduction and Thank Yous
[03:14] Introduction to Confidence
[08:52] Compilation of Confidence Building Tips
[09:17] Confidence Tip from Pete Hykin
[11:43] Confidence Tip from Antoinette Dale Henderson
[13:30] Confidence Tip from Simon Duncan
[15:31] Confidence Tip from Roisin Williams
[18:42] Confidence Tip from Louise Kennedy
[19:41] Conclusion

Useful Links
Connect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Holly Christie on LinkedInHolly’s website: This Demanding LifeConnect with Pete Hykin on LinkedInPete’s website: PenfoldConnect with Antoinette Dale Henderson on LinkedInAntoinette’s website: Antoinette Dale HendersonConnect with Simon Duncan on LinkedInConnect with Roisin Williams on LinkedInRoisin’s website: Job Seeker CoachingConnect with Louise Kennedy on LinkedInLouise’s website: Occulus HR

Buy the Book Recommendation
(Disclosure: the book links are affiliate links which means that Fay will receive a small commission from Amazon if you make a purchase through them)
Becoming, by Michelle Obama


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Are you struggling with how to get pay right in your organisation, feeling the weight of its complexity and cost? You're not alone. Payroll can be the largest expense for a business, running into millions, and it's a crucial aspect of HR that doesn't come with a handbook. Whether you're facing challenges with pay dissatisfaction among your talent, confronting unsettling pay gaps, or stepping into a new role with an outdated pay structure, there's always room for improvement.
In this episode of HR Coffee Time, host Fay Wallis talks with Rameez Kaleem, Founder and CEO of 3R Strategy, to shed light on creating pay practices that truly pay off. He breaks down the building blocks of fair and effective pay practices that can attract, reward, and retain the best talent for your organisation.
Key Takeaways
Pay transparency is about openness and honesty in pay processes, not about disclosing everyone’s salaries (a common misconception). It builds trust and demonstrates fairness in how pay decisions are made.Pay transparency helps in attracting talent; candidates are more likely to apply for a role when the salary is included in the job posting.Well-communicated pay equity is 13 times more important in retaining your employees than higher pay levels.Why you should never ask the question, “What’s your current salary?” Or, “What are your pay expectations?” when interviewing.Rameez’s Five-Step Pay Transparency Project Plan:Step 1: Establish a reward strategy and pay philosophy.Step 2: Conduct benchmarking with reliable data to understand market rates.Step 3: Develop a career framework for clarity on career progression and pay scales.Step 4: Build pay structures aligned with the career framework.Step 5: Consider pay progression and how employees can progress within the pay range.
 
Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Rameez on LinkedInRameez’s website: 3R Strategy

 
Buy the Book Recommendations(Disclosure: the book links are affiliate links which means that Fay will receive a small commission from Amazon if you make a purchase through them)
A Case of the Mondays: Attract and retain the best talent through pay transparency, by Rameez KaleemStart With Why: How great leaders inspire everyone to take action, by Simon SinekQuiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, by Susan CainAtomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones, by James Clear
 

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If you’re stuck about defining or shaping culture in your organisation, you’re not alone. The concept often appears fuzzy, theoretical, and more suited for addressing in large corporations than smaller teams. But it’s a vital component of every thriving workplace. In this episode of HR Coffee Time host, Fay Wallis is joined by Louise Kennedy from Oculus HR, known for her ability to simplify seemingly complex things into clear, actionable steps.
Key TakeawaysCulture can feel complex and difficult to define, but it is essential for the success of any organization.Defining culture can happen at different stages of a business's growth.Involving employees in defining culture is crucial for unearthing the ‘now’ culture.Values play a significant role in shaping culture.Engaging senior leadership in culture conversations is essential for driving culture change.
Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Louise on LinkedInLouise’s website: Oculus HR
 
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Looking For the Transcript?You can find the transcript on this page of the Bright Sky Career Coaching website.

Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. This video shows you how to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts (because it isn’t very intuitive). If you're kind enough to leave a review, let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.
 
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If you've ever wondered how to shift your organisation's perception of HR from being an operational, admin-heavy function, to one that is strategic, innovative and drives positive change; this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help. Host, Fay Wallis is joined by Kate Maddison-Greenwell from People Efficient and together they take a deep dive into the exciting world of Agile HR.
Key TakeawaysAgile is a mindset and set of methodologies focused on adding value to customers, including employees in the case of HR.Agile HR involves breaking down complex projects or problems into iterative chunks and prioritizing people-centric solutions.Visualization tools like Miro can facilitate collaboration and inclusivity in Agile HR.Games like planning poker can help teams estimate time and value more accurately in Agile HR.Sprints, typically two weeks long, are cycles in Agile HR that involve planning, doing, reviewing, and reflecting on progress.To get started with Agile HR, start small with a project or problem, focus on psychological safety, and gain sponsorship from senior leaders.
Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Kate on LinkedInKate’s website: People Efficient
 
Buy the Book Recommendation(Disclosure: the book link is an affiliate link which means that Fay will receive a small commission from Amazon if you make a purchase through it)
Built for People: Transform Your Employee Experience Using Product Management Principles, Jessica Zwaan
 
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Looking For the Transcript?You can find the transcript on this page of the Bright Sky Career Coaching website.

Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. This video shows you how to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts (because it isn’t very intuitive). If you're kind enough to leave a review, let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk.
 
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