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We're people first. We're people in business second.People Partners connects listeners to issues that matter for...well, anyone who works! Join experienced People professional Maddy Mestman and our guests in exploring what it means to be a person in today's working world and how to never lose sight of the human element along the way.

Episodes

  1. 11/07/2024

    Talking Entrepreneurship (with Juliet Mazza)

    From striking out on your own to the excitement of working with truly good leaders, Maddy and guest Juliet Mazza talk about the ins and outs of entrepreneurship.

    37 min

  2. 10/29/2024

    Receivership: Bringing Order to Chaos (with Stephen Donell)

    This week, Court Receiver Stephen Donell joins Maddy to talk everything receiverships—what they are, how they work, and the special circumstances when they occur.

    53 min

  3. 10/08/2024

    The Inner Journey to Career Revolution (with Christine DiDonato)

    Career navigation expert Christine DiDonato joins Maddy for a conversation about how to best navigate changes in your career, take risks to get to where you want to be, and bring your fullest self to the table. Get There Faster: The no-nonsense, no-fluff guide to the career you want By Christine DiDonato Revolutionize Your Career From the Inside Out

    51 min

  4. 09/24/2024

    Know Thyself: Leading with an Open Heart (with Liliana Argüello)

    This week, Maddy and guest Liliana Argüello explore what it truly means to lead with an open heart at work and how employers and employees alike can best show up with courtesy, care, and compassion for others.

    29 min

  5. 09/10/2024

    Talent Acquisition Today (with Suzette Leftwich)

    HR veteran and recruitment expert Suzette Leftwich joins Maddy to discuss the state of talent acquisition today—from the changes that have occurred since the pandemic, to the expanding role of AI and other technologies, to the ways in which job seekers can best position themselves in the ever-evolving job market and workplace.

    41 min

  6. 08/27/2024

    Know Thyself: The Power of Self-Awareness at Work (with Stephanie Smith-Ejnes)

    What's a two column exercise? What does being above or below the line mean? HR executive and organizational psychology specialist Stephanie Smith-Ejnes joins Maddy to explain it all, and more, in this week's episode about the crucial role self-awareness plays in the workplace. Above/Below the Line (3 min video) Chris Argyris Summary Rick Hansen – Buddah’s Brain Carol Dweck Growth Mindset Kim Scott Radical Candor Emergenetics International

    55 min

  7. 06/20/2024

    HR Undercover: Employee Interactions (with Kay Diamond)

    Take a peek behind the curtain and see what really goes on behind the scenes in HR with Maddy and this week's guest, Kay Diamond. What do intelligence agencies and HR have in common? Well, we're not going to give it away now! Tune in for the answer.

    40 min

  8. 05/29/2024

    Workplace Love and Sex: Power Imbalances and Love Contracts (with Michelle Lee Flores)

    Employment Attorney Michelle Lee Flores joins Maddy to discuss love contracts and power imbalances in the workplace. This is the second episode in our ongoing series Workplace Love and Sex.

    47 min

  9. 05/14/2024

    Fractional HR...What is it? (with Victor Melendez)

    This week, Maddy and guest Victor Melendez cover the ins and outs of fractional HR consulting—swapping stories of how they each got started, sharing a few of their biggest obstacles, and imparting some advice to those thinking about taking the leap.

    43 min

  10. 04/30/2024

    Workplace Love and Sex: So You’re Dating Your Coworker (with Bryan Carpender)

    Ah, the good old office romance. You try to avoid it, but sometimes those sparks just fly. Maddy speaks with guest Bryan Carpender (People & Culture Leader) about love and sex in the workplace, what to do if you're struggling to navigate a relationship (or situationship) at work, and how HR can help.

    38 min

  11. 04/16/2024

    We Love to Hate HR...But Do We, Really?

    This week, Maddy dives into the commonly-held belief that everyone hates HR, whether or not that’s really true, and actionable steps we can take to improve HR’s seemingly infamous reputation.

    19 min
  12. Welcome to Everything HR™!

    SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Welcome to Everything HR™!

    Welcome to Everything HR™, a podcast by People Partners®, LLC. From recalling real personal experiences and stories to sharing advice and wisdom to having conversations with others (employers and employees, alike!), host Maddy Mestman will explore...well, just about everything HR!

    6 min

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We're people first. We're people in business second.People Partners connects listeners to issues that matter for...well, anyone who works! Join experienced People professional Maddy Mestman and our guests in exploring what it means to be a person in today's working world and how to never lose sight of the human element along the way.

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  • Creator
    People Partners®, LLC
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 People Partners
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