HR Confessions

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HR Confessions

Hosts Rebecca Taylor and Kim Rohrer dive into the weird world of HR with a candid and humorous approach to storytelling. Explore the dynamics the new world of work from the eyes of two HR veterans who have seen it all.

Episodes

  1. FEB 11

    HR Crisis Response: The Celebrity Shift

    In this episode of HR Confessions, Rebecca and Kim explore an unforgettable story about what happens when a routine review of customer feedback spirals into a viral sensation that tests HR policies, management skills, and career futures. The episode features a candid discussion about middle management challenges and navigating workplace incidents in the age of social media. Lessons Learned: Importance of clear policies for unusual situationsValue of strong middle managementNeed for quick cris...

    49 min

  2. JAN 24

    When the Ship Hits the Fan

    Join HR veterans Rebecca Taylor and Kim Rohrer as they dive into a wild tale from the golden age of Silicon Valley startups. When a company attempts to rein in their party culture by transitioning from weekly happy hours to quarterly celebrations, what could go wrong? Follow along as they unpack a story of privilege, power dynamics, and why sometimes bringing order to chaos is harder than it seems. This episode highlights the challenges HR professionals face when caught between corporate over...

    46 min

  3. JAN 10

    A Toast to Awkward Silence

    Join HR professionals Rebecca Taylor and Kim Rohrer for a cringe-worthy tale of when professional and personal lives collide in the most unexpected way. In this episode, they share the story of Grace, an HR executive whose perfect Friday evening turns into an awkward nightmare when work follows her to a friend's birthday party. Through this entertaining story, they explore the unique challenges HR professionals face when navigating social situations and maintaining professional boundaries, wh...

    43 min

  4. 12/17/2024

    Deck the Halls with HR Drama

    In this episode of HR Confessions, hosts Rebecca and Kim dive into a holiday party nightmare that puts a whole new spin on "bringing a plus one." When a VP of HR gets caught between a crying employee and a vendor with an unexpected connection, what starts as a typical corporate celebration spirals into a web of workplace drama, secret relationships, and uncomfortable revelations. Plus, hear incredible "honorable mention" holiday party horror stories and get practical advice on managing workpl...

    53 min

  5. 12/04/2024

    Sun's Out, HR's Out: A Beach Resort Story

    In this episode of HR Confessions, Rebecca and Kim dive into a jaw-dropping story about a company offsite gone awkwardly awry. When a well-meaning executive assistant books what seems like the perfect beach resort for the company's first-ever all-hands retreat, no one bothers to Google past the first page of search results. What follows is a tale of cultural differences, workplace boundaries, and how a head of HR named Tommy learns valuable lessons about leadership, policy-making, and the del...

    1h 3m

  6. 11/15/2024

    HR Confessions | Layoff Gone Wrong

    Summary In this episode of HR Confessions, Rebecca Taylor and Kim Rohrer discuss a layoff gone wrong, focusing on the story of Madison, a recruiter who is unexpectedly thrust into the role of delivering layoff news without any HR support. The conversation explores the complexities and emotional challenges of layoffs, the lack of preparation, and the impact on both the employees being let go and the person delivering the news. The episode highlights the importance of proper HR practices and th...

    39 min

  7. 10/24/2024

    HR Confessions | Episode One

    As always, our sponsor, SkillCycle, wants to talk to our audience — progressive people leaders that GET IT. Let's chat over coffee, on us, to give us some feedback on the episode and about the challenges you're facing today. You may just be the topic of our next episode! Email us today at hrconfessions@skillcycle.com Today's episode, hosts Rebecca Taylor and Kim Rohrer dive into the world of HR with a fresh perspective. They discuss their experiences the implications of AI in the workplace,...

    31 min
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Hosts Rebecca Taylor and Kim Rohrer dive into the weird world of HR with a candid and humorous approach to storytelling. Explore the dynamics the new world of work from the eyes of two HR veterans who have seen it all.

Information

  • Creator
    SkillCycle
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 © 2024 HR Confessions
  • Show Website
    HR Confessions

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