124 episodes

HR and People Ops can be challenging, but there’s a community of others who’ve been in your shoes. HR Superstars is the podcast from 15Five that connects you with confident and respected strategic people leaders who have conquered a myriad of challenges and now have valuable and actionable insights to share.

In each episode, our host, Adam Weber, VP of Community at 15Five, will talk to some of the world’s leading innovators in the HR/People Ops space willing to share their insights and advice to help you in your journey. We get real with topics like being a strategic business partner to the rest of the organization, how to have difficult conversations while maintaining empathy, and how to make DEI a part of your cultural DNA instead of just lip service.

15Five is here to help you do what matters most—develop your workforce, create a strong employer brand, and be respected as the strategic business partner you are. Come join thousands of your fellow HR Superstars, we’re so excited to have you.

HR Superstars 15Five

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 115 Ratings

HR and People Ops can be challenging, but there’s a community of others who’ve been in your shoes. HR Superstars is the podcast from 15Five that connects you with confident and respected strategic people leaders who have conquered a myriad of challenges and now have valuable and actionable insights to share.

In each episode, our host, Adam Weber, VP of Community at 15Five, will talk to some of the world’s leading innovators in the HR/People Ops space willing to share their insights and advice to help you in your journey. We get real with topics like being a strategic business partner to the rest of the organization, how to have difficult conversations while maintaining empathy, and how to make DEI a part of your cultural DNA instead of just lip service.

15Five is here to help you do what matters most—develop your workforce, create a strong employer brand, and be respected as the strategic business partner you are. Come join thousands of your fellow HR Superstars, we’re so excited to have you.

    Fostering Connections and Conflicts in Remote Work with Katya Laviolette

    Fostering Connections and Conflicts in Remote Work with Katya Laviolette

    The modern workplace is evolving to embrace the personal within the professional sphere. 
    Think of it as “bringing your whole self to work.”
    In this episode, Katya Laviolette, CPO at 1Password, candidly discusses integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion practices within remote environments. She celebrates the blended approach of profit, people, and culture as a means for both individual and company-wide prosperity.
    Katya offers her insights on conflict management, the necessity of intentional communication, and the valuable impact that occasional in-person meetings can have on the work culture—including conflict resolution. 
    The conversation also details the tricky topic of managing performance and behavior, advocating for simplicity and clarity in conveying company values. 
     
    Resources:
    For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, Or tune in on our website. Original podcast track produced by Entheo.
    Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Join the HR Superstars Community!
    Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.
    Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on LinkedIn. 
    Click here to download 15Five’s Performance Review Playbook!

    • 35 min
    Embracing Post-Traumatic Growth within HR with Rebecca Weaver

    Embracing Post-Traumatic Growth within HR with Rebecca Weaver

    Continued changes within HR mean additional opportunities for growth and reimagination. 
    But how can you take your own experiences, both in and out of HR, and apply what you’ve learned to benefit others?
    In this episode, Rebecca Weaver, founder and CEO of HRuprise, discusses HR’s transformative journey, challenging us to rethink how we work and lead.
    She proposes creating a specialized HR role that combines managerial duties with proactive employee involvement. This compelling vision of a restructured HR can guide organizations through modern-day challenges.
    Rebecca also shares her personal tales of resilience through her health crisis and the creation of HRuprise against the backdrop of #MeToo and the pandemic. Her story reveals the untold strength found in post-traumatic growth—a concept that sows seeds of change for contemporary leadership. 
     
    Resources:
    For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, Or tune in on our website. Original podcast track produced by Entheo.
    Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Join the HR Superstars Community!
    Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.
    Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on LinkedIn. 
    Click here to download 15Five’s Manager Enablement Playbook! 
     

    • 29 min
    Redefining Work-Life Balance with Anessa Fike

    Redefining Work-Life Balance with Anessa Fike

    What do you think about the meaning of HR work at its core? How do HR leaders bring humanity back to work cultures and meet changing workforce needs?
    The future of HR sees a call to action for leaders and organizations to redefine their work cultures. In this episode, Anessa Fike, Founder of Fike & Co. and author of “The Revolution of Work,” challenges the traditional work structure framework and advocates for a more humane approach to productivity—one that honors diverse life demands.
    Anessa highlights the realities of an ever-changing workforce and the imperative for choice and adaptability in work arrangements.
    But the conversation is more than just a dialogue about work structure. From psychological safety to a culture celebrating vulnerability, the revolution of work should promote places of balance, respect, and emotional intelligence.

     
    For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, Or tune in on our website. Original podcast track produced by Entheo.
    Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Join the HR Superstars Community!
    Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.*
    Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on LinkedIn.
    Click here to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook!

    • 32 min
    Embracing a Marathon Mindset in Your HR Journey with Marissa Morrison

    Embracing a Marathon Mindset in Your HR Journey with Marissa Morrison

    In HR, cultivating a marathon mindset isn’t just a choice; it’s a necessity. 
    It’s about pacing yourself for the long run, emphasizing strategic growth and intentional planning with each stride, and not just speeding through daily tasks.
    In this episode, we dive deep with Marissa Morrison, the VP of People at ZipRecruiter, as she discusses her impressive career and personal journey of balance, self-awareness, and intentional living.
    Throughout the conversation, the central theme revolves around understanding and acting upon your personal and professional aspirations. 
    Marissa poses two powerful questions for self-reflection: “What do I want?” and “How do I want to show up?” Genuine answers to these questions will lead to finding activities that recharge your batteries while being conscious of those that drain you.
     
    Resources:
    For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, Or tune in on our website. Original podcast track produced by Entheo.
    Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Join the HR Superstars Community!
    Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.
    Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on LinkedIn. 
    Click here to download 15Five’s Manager Enablement Playbook! 
    Join the HR Superstars Summit on Feb 22nd at 12 ET. This free, virtual event is packed full of actionable insights by strategic HR professionals. Register here!

    • 31 min
    Finding Solid Ground Amidst Burnout with Jim Marsden

    Finding Solid Ground Amidst Burnout with Jim Marsden

    How might your HR strategies improve if you know how to approach burnout and regrounding when feeling off-center?
    In this episode, Jim Marsden, Executive Coach at Reboot, discusses the personalized nature of addressing workplace burnout and feeling overwhelmed. His instrumental guidance is ideal for anyone looking to become an executive.
    Learn more about recognizing internal conflicts that contribute to burnout and the value of aligning with your personal needs and values. You’ll also find practical advice for seeking perspective and navigating stress, proposing ways to support others and yourself when dealing with challenges.
    The discussion explores the symbolic path to self-awareness—the street-of-life concept. In your journey, you either feel overwhelmed and isolated (on the left side of the street) or grounded and connected (on the right side of the street).
    This conversation promises to shed light on the often-overlooked emotional battles many of us face in the HR journey.

     
    For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, Or tune in on our website. Original podcast track produced by Entheo.
    Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Join the HR Superstars Community!
    Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.*
    Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on LinkedIn.
    Click here to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook!

    • 37 min
    Strategies for Unlocking Employee Potential with Sarah McTate

    Strategies for Unlocking Employee Potential with Sarah McTate

    How do HR leaders constructively and positively navigate conflict while maintaining a thriving work culture?
    In this episode, we explore the innovative strategies Sarah McTate, Director of People and Culture at TurboTenant, employs. She discusses tips and practical examples on fostering manager effectiveness, implementing a mental fitness program, and tackling conflict resolution within a small business.
    Among several highlights in the conversation is the concept of “Commander’s Intent,” aligning the entire team with the top-level goal and instilling a culture of growth and thriving. Also, learn more about #BeBetter—a concept Sarah and her team at TurboTenant use to promote personal development.

     
    For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, Or tune in on our website. Original podcast track produced by Entheo.
    Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Join the HR Superstars Community!
    Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.*
    Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on LinkedIn.
    Find out more about self-saboteurs and Positive Intelligence’s mental fitness program here!

    Click here to download 15Five's Manager Enablement Playbook! 

    • 27 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
115 Ratings

115 Ratings

M Gladieux ,

Useful content professionally produced!

I was honored to guest on this pod and truly impressed with the excellent, high ROI questions offered by its friendly, wise host Adam. Shout out to Kassidy for her strong production management. 5 stars!

oliviabaker13 ,

A feed-favorite!

This podcast is a true feed-favorite! Not only will these episodes make you really stop and think, but the quality of the guests, insights, and tactics are unmatched. They find speakers that truly care about being a positive force in people ops space, and share insights that only true practitioners can unearth. Don't miss it!

Danipaige2017 ,

Amazing perspectives

Love this show for the perspectives of people leaders!

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