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Welcome to the HR Voices Podcast, a podcast designed to bring the UK HR community and businesses together. The podcast will be informative, with lots of helpful tips and ideas to help you run your business. Being an HR Independent Consultant can be quite lonely. This is why HR Independents (HRi), the UK body for Independent HR and People professionals has created a home and community for HR Indies. The HR Voices podcast will be discussing hot topics relating to HR and business. This will support HR Independent and People Professionals and the businesses they support. We will be bringing you practical tips, expert views and your views. Join Mary Asante, the Chief Executive of HRi and their expert guests for engaging discussions. We would love to hear from you and for you to get more involved. If you have topics you would like us to discuss, contact us via hrvoices@hrindependents.co.uk Learn more about HR Independents – HRi at: https://hrindependents.co.uk/about-us/ or connect with us on LinkedIn: hr independents linkedin page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hr-independents/ Hosts: www.linkedin.com/in/maryasante and https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-allfrey Success Together.

  1. Episode 69- What Award-Winning HR Indies Do Differently - Part 2

    5D AGO

    Episode 69- What Award-Winning HR Indies Do Differently - Part 2

    HR Voices Podcast

    1h 12m
  2. Episode 68- What Award-Winning HR Indies Do Differently

    FEB 2

    Episode 68- What Award-Winning HR Indies Do Differently

    HR Voices Podcast

    1h 8m
  3. Episode 67- The importance of compassionate curiosity as an essential skill/tool for managers and leaders

    JAN 19

    Episode 67- The importance of compassionate curiosity as an essential skill/tool for managers and leaders

    The importance of compassionate curiosity as an essential skill/tool for managers and leaders 🎙️ Host: Mary Asante | HR Independents 👤 Guest: Andy Green (Andy Green Consulting Ltd) Episode Overview In Episode 67, Mary is joined by Andy Green to explore compassionate curiosity — what it is, why it matters, and how leaders can use it to build trust, improve performance conversations, and create psychologically safe teams. With a background spanning 30 years as a clinical vet, business ownership, and responsibility for people leadership and HR, Andy shares practical insight into what happens when leaders go beyond processes and truly connect with the humans behind the job titles. What You’ll Learn What compassionate curiosity means in day-to-day leadership Why “people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care” still holds true at work How compassionate curiosity supports trust and psychological safety The difference between being curious and being compassionately curious (and why it’s not the same as being nosy) How leaders can use curiosity to handle performance issues without jumping straight to judgement Why leaders get blindsided when curiosity is missing — and how to reduce blind spots How to communicate with compassion during uncertainty (restructures, pay freezes, change) How to build the skill through practice, questions, and better listening Key Takeaways Curiosity with compassion builds connection. It strengthens rapport and helps leaders understand what motivates people, what worries them, and how to support them. Trust starts at the top. Teams mirror what leaders do — consistency matters more than occasional “nice” gestures. Psychological safety enables high performance. Compassionate curiosity creates space for healthy challenge, debate, and innovation — not artificial harmony. Performance conversations should start with “What don’t I know?” Leaders get better outcomes when they seek context before conclusions. Self-care comes first. Compassion fatigue is real — and leaders can’t support others if they’re running on empty. Andy’s Top 3 Tips Start with yourself: practice self-compassion and self-awareness Practice the reps: build the skill in low-stakes situations first Be consistent: make compassionate curiosity a habit, not a one-off Listen & Connect If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your network. 📩 Questions or topic suggestions? Email hrvoices@hrindependents.co.uk 🌐 Learn more about HR Independents: www.hrindependents.co.uk

    48 min
  4. Episode 66: Our Top 10 Episodes of All Time (Part 2)

    JAN 5

    Episode 66: Our Top 10 Episodes of All Time (Part 2)

    HR Voices – Episode 66 Our Top 10 Episodes of All Time (Part 2) 🎙️ Host: Mary Asante | HR Independents Episode Overview In Part 2 of our Top 10 Episodes of All Time, Mary reflects on five standout HR Voices episodes that explore credibility, confidence, and professional maturity in HR consultancy. This episode revisits conversations on employment law, investigations, interim HR, resilience, and building a trusted consultancy practice, highlighting why these topics continue to resonate with listeners. Episodes Featured Running an Award-Winning HR Consultancy Business (Kate van der Sluis, Humber HR People) Employment Law Update (Claire Taylor-Evans, Boyes Turner) Investigations and the PEACE Model - Kate Marston, Mast People Support) HR Consultancy – The Interim & Contract Model (Amber Massey) Developing Resilience in Leaders and Organisations (Katy Walton, Make Real Progress) Key Themes HR consultancy as a values-led, strategic profession Confidence in employment law and risk-based decision-making Fair, structured workplace investigations Interim HR as a high-impact consultancy path Supporting leadership resilience during uncertainty Key Takeaways Clarity and boundaries underpin successful consultancy Employment law confidence is about judgement, not memorisation Investigations require independence, structure, and fairness Interim work offers challenge, influence, and growth Resilient organisations are built intentionally, not reactively Mary’s Reflection These episodes highlight how HR professionals support organisations through complexity — balancing legal risk, people impact, and ethical leadership. Together, they show the evolving role of HR as a trusted partner in change, challenge, and growth. 🎧 Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, or share with your HR network. 🌐 Learn more: www.hrindependents.co.uk

    21 min
  5. Episode 65: Our Top 10 Episodes of All Time (Part 1)

    12/22/2025

    Episode 65: Our Top 10 Episodes of All Time (Part 1)

    HR Voices – Episode 65 Our Top 10 Episodes of All Time (Part 1) 🎙️ Host: Mary Asante | HR Independents 🎧 Episode Overview In Part 1 of our Top 10 Episodes of All Time series, Mary reflects on five standout HR Voices conversations that continue to shape thinking around flexible working, career journeys, and independent HR consultancy. These episodes were chosen not just for downloads, but for their long-term relevance and impact. Together, they highlight how trust, culture, and intentional design underpin successful people practices. 📌 Episodes Featured Flexible Working & Its Impact – Emma Cleary, Flexibility Matter 4 Day Working Week – Case Study - Chris Scott, Acceler8 Exploring Flexible Working Initiatives – Steve Herbert The Legal Side of Flexible Working – Kevin Poulter, Freeths LLP A Journey into HR Consultancy – Michelle Hartley, People Sorted 💡 Key Themes Flexible working as a cultural shift, not a policy change Designing working patterns that support productivity and inclusion Legal considerations and organisational risk Real-world approaches beyond office-based roles Non-linear journeys into HR consultancy ✅ Key Takeaways Flexible working works best when rooted in trust and outcomes One size does not fit all — sector and role context matter Poorly handled flexibility creates legal and cultural risk HR consultants thrive when they work authentically Community and collaboration strengthen independent practice 🎙️ Mary’s Reflection Across these five episodes, a consistent message emerges: The future of HR is flexible, human, and values-led. Whether organisations are rethinking working patterns or professionals are exploring consultancy, clarity and intention make the difference. 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to HR Voices, leave a review, or share with your HR network. 🌐 Learn more about HR Independents: www.hrindependents.co.uk

    21 min
  6. Episode 64 Recap Special: What Independent HR Consultants Really Bring to the Table

    12/08/2025

    Episode 64 Recap Special: What Independent HR Consultants Really Bring to the Table

    HR Voices Podcast – Episode 64 Recap Special: What Independent HR Consultants Really Bring to the Table 🎙️ Host: Mary Asante | HR Independents (HRi) 📅 Release Date: 8th December 2025 🎧 Episode Overview In this special solo episode, Mary reflects on Episodes 59–63, pulling together the biggest insights from recent conversations about the real value HR consultants bring to organisations. Across five interviews, a clear message emerged: HR consultancy is no longer about policies and paperwork — it’s about partnership, clarity, and measurable impact. This recap highlights the core themes, lessons and thought leadership that have shaped the recent series. 🗂️ Episodes Featured 59 – Theresa Cooper: The real value of HR consultancy 60 – Nicci Birley: Tailored support & proactive client relationships 61 – Susi O’Brien: Confidence in employment law 62 – Debbie Molyneux: Demonstrating ROI & sustainable growth 63 – Liz Jewer: Conflict resolution through coaching, mediation & investigations 💡 Key Themes Mary Explores 1. HR Value Beyond Paperwork Theresa reminded us that HR consultancy goes far deeper than templates. Real value lies in: Proactive support Sounding-board relationships Protecting and empowering businesses Bringing a whole community of expertise (like HRi) 2. Tailoring Support & Seeing Through Clients’ Eyes Nicci emphasised the importance of understanding each client’s culture, pressures and goals. Proactive check-ins often uncover issues before they escalate. 3. Employment Law as a Tool, Not a Threat Susi highlighted how HR consultants help businesses make confident, balanced decisions by explaining risks, options and consequences clearly. 4. Showing Measurable Impact Debbie demonstrated how HR consultancy creates visible ROI — from cost savings and improved recruitment to leadership growth and stronger teams. Tracking impact strengthens credibility and confidence. 5. Preventing and Resolving Conflict Liz showed how coaching and mediation reduce grievances and rebuild trust. Independence and impartiality are critical when investigations are required. 🛠️ Combined Takeaways from Episodes 59–63 Don’t wait for a crisis – early HR intervention saves time, money and relationships. Think partnership, not paperwork – HR consultants provide clarity, challenge and commercial support. Tailor everything – no two organisations are the same. Explain risk & options clearly – empower clients to choose confidently. Measure your value – track savings, improvements and outcomes. Invest in conflict skills – conversations, coaching and mediation prevent escalation. Stay true to your values – alignment matters for both consultants and clients. Use your network – community strengthens capability and resilience. 🎙️ Mary’s Reflection Across these episodes, one message stands out: Independent HR consultants are strategic, commercial, people-focused partners who help organisations grow, navigate risk and build healthier workplaces. The conversations also revealed the importance of: Values-led work, Continuous learning, Supportive networks, and Making HR’s impact visible. 🎧 Listen & Engage Enjoyed this recap? ✔️ Subscribe to HR Voices ⭐ Leave a review 🔁 Share with fellow HR professionals or business leaders 📩 Suggestions or want to be a guest? Email: hrvoices@hrindependents.co.uk 🌐 More episodes & resources: www.hrindependents.co.uk

    37 min
  7. Episode 63: HR Voices with Liz Jewer

    11/24/2025

    Episode 63: HR Voices with Liz Jewer

    HR Voices Podcast

    32 min
  8. Episode 62- How HR Consultants can tailor their approach and show impact and value.

    11/10/2025

    Episode 62- How HR Consultants can tailor their approach and show impact and value.

    HR Voices Podcast

    27 min
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Welcome to the HR Voices Podcast, a podcast designed to bring the UK HR community and businesses together. The podcast will be informative, with lots of helpful tips and ideas to help you run your business. Being an HR Independent Consultant can be quite lonely. This is why HR Independents (HRi), the UK body for Independent HR and People professionals has created a home and community for HR Indies. The HR Voices podcast will be discussing hot topics relating to HR and business. This will support HR Independent and People Professionals and the businesses they support. We will be bringing you practical tips, expert views and your views. Join Mary Asante, the Chief Executive of HRi and their expert guests for engaging discussions. We would love to hear from you and for you to get more involved. If you have topics you would like us to discuss, contact us via hrvoices@hrindependents.co.uk Learn more about HR Independents – HRi at: https://hrindependents.co.uk/about-us/ or connect with us on LinkedIn: hr independents linkedin page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hr-independents/ Hosts: www.linkedin.com/in/maryasante and https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-allfrey Success Together.

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  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
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