Hey friends, welcome back to the HX podcast! We are kicking off something really exciting—an eight-part series all about meditation. I know some of you may be thinking, “Meditation? Really?” But before you roll your eyes, hear me out! This is a short, bite-sized challenge with just two-minute meditations, so no heavy lifting required. You can total…

In this latest episode of The HX Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jensen Harris, CEO and co-founder of Textio, an AI-driven platform that helps companies use language to enhance diversity and inclusion in their hiring processes. Jensen shared his fascinating journey from his early days at Microsoft to co-founding Textio, where he and his…

In this week's episode of The HX Podcast, I sit down with a truly remarkable guest to explore the profound experience of grief, a topic close to my heart. We discuss everything from personal loss—like the sudden, devastating passing of Myrae, her beloved Sheltie—to the layered emotions that come with supporting loved ones through serious illness, s…

In this episode we explore the integration of AI in HR - that it's not just about efficiency but also about enhancing the human experience in our workplaces. From streamlining recruitment to fostering inclusion and continuous feedback, AI has the potential to elevate our roles as leaders. And I want you to listen closely to this episode. There's a …

Hey everyone, it’s Stacie here with another episode of The HX Podcast. Today, I wanted to take a little pause in our ongoing AI series to reflect on something that’s been really weighing on my heart—the human side of technology, especially how it impacts our emotions, like anxiety and envy. We often hear about anxiety, right? It’s become this catch…

In this first part of a series on AI tools for HR, I start the conversation with Marc Malloy and Jim Barnett, of Wisq, a software development company that focuses on employee communications software. We dove deep on AI's potential as a transformative tool for leadership and employee development. We talk about how AI, when integrated into HR process…

Hey beautiful humans! In this episode, we’re diving even deeper into moving from being highly reactive to highly regulated—something I know many of us are working through every day. Last week, we practiced noticing and engaging with others. This week it's all about turning that kindness inward. I want you to pause, notice how you’re feeling, and ta…

Hey, beautiful humans! This week on the podcast we're continuing our journey into mental health in HR and leadership, especially following last week's conversation on vicarious trauma. Sadly, this week, we faced the loss of an employee, reminding us just how emotionally taxing this work can be. Today, we dive deeper into the practice of noticing—pa…

Hey humans, it's Stacie Baird, and in this episode, I'm diving deep into something that's really close to my heart—how the HR world has evolved and the toll it can take on us as people. HR has come a long way from the days when it was just called "personnel," but with that evolution, we've also seen an increase in burnout and compassion fatigue amo…

Hey everyone, welcome to the HX podcast, where we're all about curating human experiences for you and your team. In this episode, Bri and I talked about the importance of being present—really being where your feet are, whether it's during a walk or just in life. It’s so easy to get caught up in where we’re going, but there’s real value in slowing d…

In this episode of the HX podcast, Bri Morsa joins us for a deep dive into the importance of co-regulation—especially when self-regulation falls short. We explored how, no matter how much inner work we do, we all hit moments where we simply can't do it alone. Bri shares how her own life transitions have made her increasingly reliant on her "humans"…

This episode is a sneak peek into Stacie’s upcoming book and the latest segment on The HX Podcast that will offer valuable insights into the human experience (HX) and its impact on personal and professional growth. Her perspective as a CHRO, executive lader, board member, wife, and mother, combined with her own transformative experiences, provide a…

As conference and event season heats up I find myself traveling, speaking and attending more events. Historically this has come with a mixed bag of anxiety, overwhelm, exhaustion and obligation. I love the speaking and meaningful connection, and, many moments I drag myself back to my hotel room (which is not my safe space with my person) just to fe…

Hey Humans! Today, we’re diving into some practical tools and ideas to help you, your team, and your organization start exploring AI in bite-sized ways. It's perfectly normal to feel a bit uncomfortable and to have some fear about all the unknowns and constant changes happening around us. In this series, we want YOU to take the seat of the Humanist…

Hey humans, this is Stacie Baird, and welcome back to the HX podcast. We're continuing our series, HX in an AI World, where we're exploring how to humanize the integration of AI and technology in our organizations. Last week, I gave you a simple assignment to reduce fear around generative AI. Today, we'll build on that by discussing how to get more…

Hey humans, Stacie Baird here! In this episode of the HX podcast, we're diving into a hot topic everyone's talking about: artificial intelligence. Yep, AI, or artificial intelligence, is everywhere, and while some folks are getting tired of the buzz, it's crucial to understand how it impacts our work in HR and the human experience within organizati…

Hey humans, in this final episode of our "Spectrum of Growth" series, we dive into the art of embodiment. Bri Morsa and I explore the challenging journey of assuming positive intent, the internal work it demands, and how it transforms our interactions. Discover why noticing and naming your feelings is just the beginning, and learn the powerful impa…

In today’s episode, we’re diving deeper into the complex world of narcissism with our incredible guest, Bri Morsa. This is the second part of our series on this topic. If you've missed our last episode I highly recommend taking a listen to it! We explore the spectrum of narcissism, from full-blown personality disorders to more subtle, everyday beha…

Today's episode is the first of a small three-part series that dives into the challenges of dealing with narcissism, both at work and in personal life. Joining me is the insightful Bri Morsa, who's been a close friend and collaborator for years. We'll explore the spectrum of narcissism, how to recognize it, and the importance of self-awareness and …

I'm diving into a topic that's particularly challenging yet incredibly relevant—narcissistic behavior. Have you ever dealt with someone who has an inflated sense of self-importance, craves admiration, and shows little empathy? If so, this episode is for you. Join me as I unpack how to identify these behaviors and share practical strategies to navig…

In this episode, I share a personal story from my early days and a tough week I recently had. Reflecting on these experiences, I discuss the Japanese art of Kintsugi, which beautifully repairs broken pottery with gold, making the item even more valuable. This metaphor extends to our lives—our scars and setbacks can contribute to our unique beauty a…

Hey humans, this is Stacie Baird and today we're diving into the all-too-familiar feeling of exhaustion and puzzle culture. Remember when wearing exhaustion like a badge of honor was seen as a rite of passage in our careers? I can relate—I used to think rest was a sign of weakness. But now, in my mid-forties, I've learned that exhaustion can stem f…

In this episode I explore the critical importance of self-compassion, self-regulation, and personal growth. Reflecting on experiences from my career and drawing inspiration from the film "Up in the Air," I discuss the concept of vicarious trauma and the emotional toll that difficult conversations can have on us. I'll also talk about some practical …

Hey humans, this is Stacie Baird and welcome to the HX Podcast! Yesterday was International HR Day, and to honor our amazing friends in HR, the next few episodes will be dedicated to you. As someone deeply entrenched in this space, alongside my team, I want to reflect on where we've been, what we've achieved, and offer you some valuable insights to…

In this episode, Holly Norton and I get into our personal journeys within the realm of HR, sparked by our attendance at the Workhuman Conference. We reflect on the evolution of our careers, from starting in HR to navigating various roles in consulting, private equity, and back to consulting again. Throughout our conversation, we emphasize the impor…

In this conversation, I sat down Dr. Nate Regier, Founder and CEO of Next Element, and author of Compassion Accountability: How Leaders Build Connection and Get Results. We talked about so many wonderful topics focused on the importance of compassion and accountability in leadership and organizations. We explored how it can be applied to create mea…

Looking at all of the data and research, the challenges for HR professionals continue to rise. The latest study showed that HR, more than nearly any other career, has the highest rate of burnout and it’s not getting any better. In a study of 1,300 HR professionals, HR Executive sited 41% of CHROs said they would likely leave their roles or be looki…

We have some really interesting opinions and perspectives in store for you coming up centering around the human experience as well as the future of work, AI, and the human connection in general. I wanted to take this episode to give you a baseline for where we are going to explore. I reflected on how the Transform event (and others) affected me. No…

John Baldino is an HR pro with over 30 years of experience that includes strategic planning, organizational development, coaching, leadership development, training, and so much more. But what drew me to John was his focus on the real mission of our profession - the care for people. John talks about his background and what drew him to HR, and his ro…

Today is a short episode - it's based in part on an experience I encountered at the Transform conference at which I recently spoke. Are we having enough genuine, meaningful conversations? I ran into a friend and after the conversation, I realized how energizing and rewarding those conversations can be, especially when we can reflect on them, and th…

During my experience at Transform I had the opportunity to speak with some great people - chief among them was Dan Michelson, CEO and founder of InCommon.com, and author of the book Holy Shift! Moving Your Company Forward to the Future of Work. We talked about the importance of work culture and how a lot of those lessons prompted him to want to wri…

The Transform event was amazing and I had the opportunity to meet so many interesting humans! The first of these was Michael Stafiej, CEO of ERIN, which stands for Employee Referral Invitation Network. ERIN is an app dedicated to employee referral networking. Mike talks about his journey, in particular over the last 6 years, and some of the challen…

Diane Hare is the CEO of BizLove, a consultancy firm that focuses on adapting the core of what I talk about in the human experience journey, with the realization that as a company, you must make still make a profit! Often times we see this vision of changing how we operate in business as humans, but if we lose sight of the need to make a profit, we…

On today's episode I'm talking with Emilie Grombacher, a friend, colleague, and all around great human! Emilie is the Senior Director of Human Resources at The Kudelski Group, but most of our time is spent talking about the important connections we have as moms and partners. Emilie talks about yoga and how important it is in her life to find space …

What an unbelievable treat this was to talk with Tanner Gers. As some of you know I am going to speak at the Transform 2024 conference this year, and Tanner will be there as well. It's part of how we got introduced, and I'm so excited to share his story with you today. In this episode, Tanner shares an auto accident in 2004 that almost took his lif…

On today's episode, we'll continue in the spirit of my discussion last week with Stefanie Krievens, of The Change Architecture. I'll follow by suggesting some assignments that can help you navigate change in your organization. Step one - change your own mindset regarding your relationship to change; in step two I will talk about communicating with …

Today I am talking with a legendary voice in the space of the human experience. Stefanie Krievins leads a firm focused on the workforces of the future. She is the host of the Hot Mess Hotline (links below), a podcast for ambitious leaders who want to drive impactful change. I had the opportunity to sit down and hear her amazing journey. We talked a…

This episode has been one I've wanted to do for some time - it's an enormous part of why I've changed the brand of the podcast to encompass the broader human experience. My daughter, Jocelyn, is my very special guest today. She talks about her leukemia diagnosis over a year ago, and the battle that would take up all of 2023, and change the way she …

It's time for an assignment! Based on last week's podcast, I'll talk about putting those ideas into action. Last week was called Do the Hard Thing: Being Comfortable with Discomfort. I talked about a podcast by Andrew Huberman, who talks about the aMCC (anterior anterior mid cingulate cortex), and it's function in the brain. There are some great no…

In this episode we'll look at tenacity. What makes us strive for more; and more specifically, to be uncomfortable in that striving. Does doing things we don't want to do make us stronger? And how? I talk about some of the areas from my recent experiences (and going back to my childhood) that have helped me charge forward through discomfort. We've t…

Four minutes - for you! Today we'll continue the work we started with last week's episode titled Abundance is the Answer and Love is the Way. How do we find abundance? How do we shift our focus. What do we do when fear comes? I talk about the steps it takes and how to list your gratitude, shift your mindset, and turn those doubts into beliefs. Enjo…

Abundance is the answer and love is the way. This was my mantra for 2023, and after only a little thought I knew it needed to be the same for 2024. In this episode, I talk about some of the unique challenges we all face and how that mantra can work for you. What brought this into focus personally (as some of you know) was my daughter's Leukemia dia…

Welcome to the NEW version of the podcast, The HX Podcast! Similar in so many ways, but designed to focus on broader stories of the human experience (HX) to inspire all of you who listen! To start the new year, I thought about how wonderful it would be to talk to two friends. How they met, their focus on the gift of being human, and their journey (…

In our last official episode of the season, we conclude this small 5-part series. And again, it would be helpful to listen to the previous three episodes. You can find them at the bottom of these notes. But what we need to do is take the summary of what we cultivated in those episodes. First, in episode 34, we looked backward to moments in 2023 whe…

In this episode, we combine the work from episodes one, two, and three. We'll use these prioritized lists and pick the top four (or whatever number feels right to you). Then, using principles found in James Clear's book, Atomic Habits, we'll talk about using morning or evening habit stacking. One week at a time (in January), we'll talk about adding…

In this episode, we combine the work from episodes one and two - and for those who haven't listened... they are short, but important to this week. In episode 34, I asked you what the elements were for you that helped you feel the most light, love, joy, whatever that feeling is for you in 2023. In episode 35, I asked you to curate the opposite - wha…

In this, part two of this small series to wrap up 2023, I'll expand on last week's work of reflection. I talk about shifting focus to the present day as well as the future. I personally went through two incredible challenges - my daughter's leukemia diagnosis in January and subsequent treatment, and the work I'm involved with at CMS, and the buildi…

I am putting out this episode, a first in a brief series before the end of the year (and end of the season), and before a wonderful change to the podcast that will begin at the start of 2024. Each of the episodes will be a small exercise - each can be as easy or involved as you want them to be. This one is about looking backward. Think about a week…

On this episode we have Sally Loftis, an expert in supporting humanity in the workplace. Sally has worked in the industry for 25 years, and runs her own consulting firm called Loftis Partners. She specializes in strategy pieces of human resources, including pay equity and building trust and transparency within the workplace. During the episode, we …

I'm so excited to share this episode with you! Meredith Fish. We talked about her extensive experience in HR, and how she's tackling the new post COVID culture when it comes to the workplace. Meredith's approach starts with Work 2.0 and using this new time as an opportunity to build trust by encouraging open dialogue. We talk about the day-to-day p…