Getting Personal with Compt

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In an era where the line between work and life blurs, we're asking: why do we still treat employees less like humans and more like machines? There's plenty of talk about "enhancing the employee experience" but the conversation overlooks the core of it all - the human experience. Getting Personal with Compt, hosted by Head of Brand and Communications Lauren Schneider, ditches the formalities and gets real with trailblazers and thought leaders who simply give a hoot about humanity. Join us as we explore the successes and challenges of shaping a workplace where people come first. Stay connected with the movement and follow Compt on LinkedIn, or explore our insights and updates at www.compt.io.

  1. Jun 17

    Getting Personal Episode 43 | Menopause Is a Workplace Issue with Rachel Anne

    In this episode of Getting Personal with Compt, Lauren sits down with Rachel Anne, educator, coach, and founder of the Menopause Education Center, to talk about menopause, perimenopause, self-advocacy, and why so many women are left to figure out their own bodies without enough information or support. Rachel shares her own experience navigating symptoms, doctors, late-night research, and the lack of accessible education around menopause. She also explains why “powering through” is not the same thing as strength, and why knowing yourself, asking better questions, and advocating for care can be life-changing. They also discuss how menopause shows up at work, from brain fog and sleep disruption to burnout, presenteeism, turnover, and the quiet exit of senior women who have spent decades building their careers. In this episode, we discuss: * Why the lack of menopause education can feel so terrifying* How women are often dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told they’re “just getting older”* Why self-advocacy starts with trusting that you know your own body* The problem with expecting women to “power through” symptoms* How menopause impacts work, leadership, productivity, and retention* What menopause support at work can actually look like* Why small accommodations can make a career-saving difference Rachel’s message is clear: you’re not alone, you’re not broken, and you deserve support that helps you feel like yourself again. And, as always, if you'd like to be a guest, email Lauren at lauren@compt.io

    41 min

  2. May 20

    Getting Personal Episode 42 | 98 Workflows and One Very Human Lesson with KK Mayo

    What happens when HR stops talking about innovation in theory and starts building the systems that make it work? In this episode of Getting Personal with Compt, Lauren sits down with KK Mayo, Senior Director of People Ops at Ava Labs, to talk about scaling a people function from 45 employees to 250, building better onboarding systems, and creating the “rails” that help fast-growing teams move without breaking. KK shares how her team thinks about automation, AI enablement, leadership buy-in, and the behind-the-scenes workflows that make People Ops more strategic and less reactive. In this episode, we discuss:  How KK helped scale Ava Labs’ People Ops function  Why efficiency creates more room for strategic thinking  The story behind Ava Labs’ 98 automated onboarding workflows  How a 90-day quality-of-hire workflow gives recruiting and managers better feedback  Why AI adoption should be shared across People Ops, security, and managers  What companies risk when AI policies exist “somewhere,” but employees don’t know what to do  The burnout lesson KK learned the hard way while scaling HR This conversation is about AI, automation, and systems, but more than that, it’s about building work in a way that doesn’t rely on one person holding everything together.

    41 min

  3. Apr 22

    Getting Personal Episode 41 | The Messy Middle of Work with Angela Howard

    Work isn’t separate from the rest of life anymore. In this episode of Getting Personal with Compt, Lauren sits down with Angela Howard, culture strategist and founder of Call for Culture, to talk about what it means to lead right now — in a moment where everything feels like it’s happening all at once. From burnout and political tension to AI and shifting expectations of work, Angela describes this moment as the “messy middle of tension.” And instead of trying to escape it, she challenges leaders to move through it with intention, care, and courage. They talk about what happens when the realities of the world show up at work, why traditional approaches to culture change are falling short, and what it looks like to build something more human from here. In this episode, we discuss:  Why “if it’s happening in the world, it’s happening at work” is changing leadership  The idea of the “messy middle” and what it means for organizations  A powerful moment from Culture Impact Lab: a eulogy for DEI  The difference between leadership and management (and why it matters right now)  Why small, everyday actions are the real drivers of culture  How focusing on local impact and community can be a more sustainable path forward This is a conversation about letting go of perfect answers — and choosing how to show up anyway. The Culture Impact Lab is May 13-14 in Chicago. Visit callforculture.com to learn more. Want to be a guest on the show? Email lauren@compt.io.

    40 min

  4. Mar 18

    Getting Personal Episode 40 | Don't Try to Outspend Big Tech Benefits with Jeff Hyman

    Hiring has changed. Not just the process, but what candidates are actually evaluating when they consider a job. In this episode of Getting Personal with Compt, Lauren sits down with Jeff Hyman, CEO of Recruit Rockstars and a recruiter with more than 30 years of experience placing top talent. Jeff shares what he’s seeing from both sides of the hiring table: how candidates are evaluating companies today, why flexibility and benefits matter more than ever, and why most companies make the mistake of trying to compete with big tech on perks and compensation. Instead, Jeff argues that companies should focus on something very different. In this episode, we discuss:- Why top candidates are “interviewing the company” just as much as the company interviews them- What candidates are actually looking for beyond salary- Why 1 in 10 lifestyle benefit dollars going to groceries isn’t surprising- The mistake companies make when they try to copy big tech perks- How AI may reshape recruiting, jobs, and compensation over the next decade Jeff also shares practical advice for companies that want to attract great talent without blowing their budget. Want to be a guest on the podcast? Email our host at lauren@compt.io.

    38 min

  5. Feb 25

    Getting Personal Episode 39 | What 1 in 10 Benefit Dollars Says About 2026 with Mary Migiano

    In this episode of Getting Personal with Compt, Lauren sits down with Mary Migiano, Compt’s Head of Customer Experience, to unpack what the 2026 Lifestyle Benefits Benchmark Report looks like in real life. From the stat that 1 in 10 stipend dollars now goes to grocery retailers to the rise of flexible, all-inclusive lifestyle spending accounts, this conversation goes beyond the numbers. They discuss: Why 2025 was defined by “doing more with less”What high participation really means (even when utilization varies)Why quarterly funding beats monthlyHow professional development budgets are shifting in the age of AIAnd what employees are actually using benefits for right nowPlus: groceries, Costco, and why benefits today function less like perks — and more like pressure valves.Download the full 2026 Lifestyle Benefits Benchmark Report here.

    44 min

  6. Jan 21

    Getting Personal Episode 38 | A Human-Centered Approach to AI at Work with Theresa Fesinstine

    AI didn’t arrive in a vacuum. It showed up after years of crisis, burnout, and constant change at work. In this episode of Getting Personal with Compt, Lauren Schneider sits down with Theresa Fesinstine, founder of peoplepower.ai and former CHRO, to talk about what AI adoption actually looks like inside organizations—and why the hardest part isn’t the technology. Theresa shares her own journey from learning and development to HR leadership to building an AI education company, and reflects on how exhaustion, fear-based narratives, and unclear ownership have shaped how teams experience AI today. This conversation isn’t about becoming an AI expert (which definitely doesn't happen overnight). It’s about curiosity over panic, asking better questions, and designing human-centered change in a moment when everything feels loud. If AI feels overwhelming — or you’re not sure where to even start — this episode offers a calmer, more grounded way in.

    46 min

  7. 12/17/2025

    Getting Personal Episode 37 | Burnout, Energy, and the Cost of Caring Too Much with Patrick Riecke

    Burnout doesn’t always look like collapse. Sometimes it looks like caring too much for too long. In this episode of Getting Personal with Compt, Lauren sits down with Patrick Riecke, burnout prevention coach, national speaker, and former healthcare leader, to talk about what burnout really is, how it quietly drains energy at work, and why purpose-driven people are often the hardest hit. Drawing on his own experience leading through crisis in healthcare, Patrick breaks down the difference between exhaustion and burnout, the hidden “energy leaks” many teams ignore, and what actually helps people recover without resorting to surface-level wellness fixes. As we look ahead to 2026, this conversation offers a reset for leaders and employees who feel depleted but still deeply care about their work. In this episode, we cover: How to tell if you’re burned out—or just tiredWhy caring deeply can accelerate burnoutThe subtle ways work drains energyWhat burnout recovery really looks likeHow leaders can rebuild trust, motivation, and sustainable energyIf you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or worried about losing good people, this episode will resonate.And take the test at http://myburnouttest.com

    42 min

  8. 11/19/2025

    Getting Personal Episode 36 | Juggling Caregiving, Work, and Healthcare Advocacy with Jennifer Kean

    What happens when “routine” healthcare goes wrong? When Jennifer Kean’s 80-year-old father was hospitalized for a standard surgery, it spiraled into eight weeks of complications, missed medications, and a crash course in how broken the healthcare system can be. With her siblings scattered across the country, Jennifer found herself coordinating care, navigating Medicare, and trying to work full-time—all while wondering why no one was helping families like hers. That experience led her to Umbra Health Advocacy, where she now helps families and employers bridge the gap between care and chaos. In this episode of Getting Personal, we talk about: How caregiving impacts working professionalsWhat patient advocates actually do—and why everyone needs oneWhy 70% of caregivers are also working full-timeThe emotional toll of caring for aging parentsWhat real support looks like—at work and at homeIf you’re caring for someone you love, or just trying to make sense of the healthcare maze, this conversation will hit home. 🎧 Listen to the full episode and subscribe for more conversations that humanize work, leadership, and life.

    38 min
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In an era where the line between work and life blurs, we're asking: why do we still treat employees less like humans and more like machines? There's plenty of talk about "enhancing the employee experience" but the conversation overlooks the core of it all - the human experience. Getting Personal with Compt, hosted by Head of Brand and Communications Lauren Schneider, ditches the formalities and gets real with trailblazers and thought leaders who simply give a hoot about humanity. Join us as we explore the successes and challenges of shaping a workplace where people come first. Stay connected with the movement and follow Compt on LinkedIn, or explore our insights and updates at www.compt.io.

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