The Work Wire
SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. and Bob Goodwin, President at Career Club, host a lively conversation on how the latest news impacts all things work-related.
Episodes
44 episodes
The Work Wire - Embracing Change and Resilience in Leadership
Join us for an insightful conversation with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., CEO and President of SHRM, as we uncover the essence of embracing change in a rapidly evolving world. Discover how swift advancements in technology, like AI tools such as ChatGPT...
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34:58
The Work Wire - Exploring Decision-Making in Leadership
Unlock the secrets to effective leadership decision-making with insights from Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM. Discover how Johnny navigated the weighty consideration of a potential role as Secretary of Labor, sharing the emotio...
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31:51
The Work Wire - Personal Choices in a Corporate Culture
Can your off-duty escapades lead to a pink slip? Join us in a captivating discussion featuring Johnny C. Taylor Jr., CEO and President of SHRM, as we dissect the case of Joe Gall, a tenured professor dismissed for producing pornographic content...
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32:46
The Work Wire - Post Election Reactions from the Office
Unlock the secrets to fostering civility and respect in the workplace amidst post-election tensions with insights from Johnny C. Taylor Jr., the President and CEO of SHRM, and your host, Bob Goodwin. We tackle the thorny issue of post-election ...
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33:42
The Work Wire - Matthew Perry
The tragic death of actor Matthew Perry sparks a compelling exploration of power dynamics in celebrity circles, with a spotlight on ego, charisma, and wealth. In this thought-provoking episode of WorkWire, I sit down with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., ...
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37:36
The Work Wire - TDB
Are you ready to rethink how pay structures can transform the workplace? Join us for a captivating conversation with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, as we unpack the compelling world of incentive-based pay. This episode opens u...
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35:33
Burnout - The Work Wire
Unlock the secrets to combating burnout in the workplace with insights from Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM. Burnout is more than just an individual issue; it's a complex problem influenced by political unrest, economic uncertai...
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32:43
Overwork Consequences - The Work Wire
When 100-hour work weeks become the norm, who pays the ultimate price? Join us on this gripping episode of the Work Wire as Johnny C. Taylor Jr., CEO of SHRM, and I uncover the startling realities of extreme work hours faced by junior bankers a...
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29:19
CEO Departures - The Work Wire
What happens when a beloved CEO like Howard Schultz steps down, and how does that impact the corporate culture at a giant like Starbucks? We explore this and more with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, as we dissect the leadershi...
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31:58
Psychedelics - The Work Wire
Can psychedelics boost business performance? Join Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, and Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, as we delve into tech executives using ketamine and psilocybin for enhanced focus, creativity, and emp...
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Episode 35
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34:46
Non-Competes - The Work Wire
What if non-compete agreements are holding back your career? Join us for an insightful episode of The Work Wire as we welcome Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, and Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, to dissect the controversi...
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Episode 34
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34:12
Right to Disconnect - The Work Wire
Join Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, and Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, on The Work Wire as they discuss California's proposed "right to disconnect" law. This episode challenges traditional views on work-life balance, o...
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Episode 33
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34:15
Background Checks - The Work Wire
Can background checks truly make or break the safety and integrity of your workplace? Join us for an insightful conversation as Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club and Johnny C Taylor Jr, President and CEO of SHRM, shares his eye-opening pers...
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Episode 32
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41:45
End of Resumes - The Work Wire
Are traditional resumes becoming relics of the past? Tune in as I, Bob Goodwin, alongside the insightful Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, unravel the complex tapestry of talent acquisition. We dive into the debate over whether i...
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Episode 31
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35:34
Is Remote Dead? - The Work Wire
Join SHRM President & CEO Johnny C. Taylor Jr. and President of Career Club Bob Goodwin as we explore the future of work in a post-pandemic world. This episode delves into the complexities of hybrid work environments, balancing remote flexi...
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Episode 30
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38:13
Followership - The Work Wire
Discover why being a follower might just be as crucial as being a leader with Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club and Johnny C. Taylor Jr., SHRM's President and CEO. This episode takes a surprising turn as we scrutinize the societal obsession...
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Episode 29
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31:05
Loyalty - The Work Wire
In the latest episode of Work Wire, Bob Goodwin of Career Club and Johnny Taylor Jr. from SHRM go deep into the evolving landscape of workplace loyalty, sparked by a recent Business Insider article by Aki Ito on its perceived decline. The discu...
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Episode 28
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39:09
Civil Conversations - The Work Wire
Join us for a thought-provoking episode of The Work Wire, featuring Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, and Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., President and CEO of SHRM. Dive into a compelling conversation about fostering civility in the workplace amids...
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Episode 27
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33:36
Google Sit-ins - The Work Wire
Join Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, and Johnny Taylor, CEO of SHRM, in a compelling podcast where they explore strategies for fostering civil and respectful communication in the workplace. They'll dive into effective methods that both e...
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Episode 26
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34:22
Candidate Experience - The Work Wire
Join us for a compelling episode of Work Wire as we explore the nuances of the recruitment process with a focus on enhancing the candidate experience. This discussion covers the challenges and strategies involved in treating candidates as value...
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Episode 25
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38:45
Timeless Lessons in Leadership - The Work Wire
In this enlightening episode of The Work Wire, hosts Johnny Taylor Jr. and Bob Goodwin welcome Indian business titan Shiv Shivakumar to explore the evolution and future of leadership. Shiv, with his extensive experience from PepsiCo India to Ad...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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48:30
Affinity Classes - The Work Wire
Join us as we discuss a controversial initiative at Evanston Township High School in Illinois to introduce voluntary "affinity classes" for black and Latino students in some subjects. These classes would be taught by teachers of color and only ...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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31:29
When Leadership Goes AWOL - The Work Wire - Episode 22
Listen to an important discussion on the Work Wire with Bob Goodwin and Johnny Taylor Jr! They dive into the recent situation around Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's hospitalization and lack of communication from the Pentagon. Bob and Johnny...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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28:47
Balancing Employees Views and Workplace Productivity - The Work Wire - Episode 21
This episode of the work wire tackles an important topic around the role of corporate platforms in political discourse and how companies can best support diverse employee perspectives while maintaining a productive work culture. Johnny Taylor a...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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31:54
Pharmageddon - Episode 20
This episode of The Work Wire discusses the growing issues in healthcare staffing known as "Farmageddon." Hosts Bob Goodwin and Johnny C. Taylor Jr. talk about recent pharmacist and nurse strikes and walkouts due to burnout, understaffing, and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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32:53