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At Her Resources (HR) Podcast, we’re on a mission to elevate and celebrate the incredible women who shape the world of work with a focus on the Human Resources landscape. Join us as we dive deep into the stories, challenges, and triumphs of women leaders and professionals within HR and related fields. Our podcast offers insightful conversations with trailblazing women in HR, thought leaders and industry experts. We tackle pressing topics, share best practices and explore strategies that empower women to excel and lead with confidence in their careers. In a world where women continue to break barriers and redefine leadership, our show provides a platform for sharing valuable experiences and actionable advice. Whether you’re an HR professional, aspiring leader, or simply passionate about fostering inclusive workplaces, our content is designed to inspire, educate and connect. Follow our page for the latest episodes, industry insights and empowering stories. Be part of a community that champions the voices and contributions of women in HR and beyond.
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In this episode of the Her Resources podcast, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel welcome Christine Ferns, the president and CEO of Step Up Consulting. The conversation explores the importance of representation for women and minorities in leadership roles, Christine's journey from hospitality management to IT consulting, the challenges she faced as a minority business owner, and her innovative hiring practices that emphasize diversity and adaptability. Christine shares valuable insights on the significance of hard work, networking, and the impact of decisions on families and communities. In this conversation, Christine Ferns discusses the importance of building a supportive network, the significance of listening in business, and the benefits of diversity in leadership. She shares strategies for enhancing diversity within organizations and emphasizes the role of resilience and resourcefulness in achieving business success. The dialogue highlights the value of mentorship, cultural fit in hiring, and the necessity of understanding client needs to maintain credibility in the market. In this engaging conversation, Christine Ferns shares her journey in the consulting industry and her passion for food, leading to the creation of Step Up Foods. The discussion explores the challenges of staying relevant in consulting, the rise of Indian cuisine, its health benefits, and the increasing popularity of vegan options. Christine offers valuable advice for aspiring women entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, financial planning, and taking calculated risks. The conversation concludes with a call to empower and support fellow women in business.
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings.
Links
Christine Ferns
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stepupconsulting-christineferns/
Step Up Consulting
https://stepupconsultingco.com/
Her Resources Podcast
Reach out to Lauren Banas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-banas-0847b6266/
Learn more about the Delta Principal at https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delta-principle/
Reach out to Cyndi Manuel https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Production provided by LJM Productions https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-misegadis-a31836120/
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Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
In this episode of the Her Resources podcast, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel engage with Pam Fleming, a change management expert, to discuss the complexities and challenges of implementing change within organizations. They explore the importance of leadership, the emotional aspects of change, and the need for effective communication and stakeholder engagement. Pam shares her personal journey into change management, emphasizing the significance of understanding the unique needs of each organization and the people affected by change. The conversation highlights the ongoing struggles in the field and the necessity for continuous education and adaptation in change management practices. In this conversation, Pam Fleming, Linda Misegadis, and Cyndi Manuel discuss the evolving landscape of change management, emphasizing the importance of establishing Change Management Offices (CoEs) and the need for sustained support. They explore the transition from chaos to clarity in organizations, drawing on lessons from the military about leadership and resilience. Pam shares insights from her book From Chaos To Clarity: Managing Change & Transition, focusing on storytelling as a powerful tool for change, and the importance of understanding the underlying emotions in organizational change. The discussion culminates in the introduction of Pam's new venture, Nexus Transformation Partners, which aims to facilitate true business transformation through a holistic approach. In this conversation, Pam Fleming discusses her journey of balancing business responsibilities with personal life, emphasizing the importance of time management, saying no, and establishing routines. She shares insights on the cathartic nature of journaling and her plans to launch a mastermind group aimed at supporting leaders in their professional and personal challenges. The discussion highlights the significance of community and collaboration in leadership roles.
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings.
Links
Pam Fleming
https://www.linkedin.com/in/prfleming/
From Chaos to Clarity: Managing Change & Transition
https://www.amazon.com/Chaos-Clarity-Managing-Change-Transition/dp/B0DVQ78GKB
Nexus Transformation Partners
Her Resources Podcast
Reach out to Lauren Banas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-banas-0847b6266/
Learn more about the Delta Principal at
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delta-principle/
Reach out to Cyndi Manuel
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Production provided by LJM Productions https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-misegadis-a31836120/
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Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings.
Welcome to the Her Resources Podcast special series featuring Tai Cochran of Her PM! Join us monthly as we dive into a variety of topics at the intersection of project management and human capital management. Each episode will explore critical issues impacting how organizations plan, implement, and optimize their workforce strategies. Whether you're an HR leader, a project manager, or someone passionate about building a better workplace, this series is for you!
Links
: Her Resources Podcast
Ask Academy Consultants Blog https://askacademyconsultants.podia.com/blog
Her PM
Tai Cochran on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tai-cochran/
Reach out to Lauren Banas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-banas-0847b6266/
Learn more about the Delta Principal at https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delta-principle/
Reach out to Cyndi Manuel
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Production provided by LJM Productions https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-misegadis-a31836120/
Don't forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest episodes!
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings.
In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel sit down with Karla Wilkins, Assistant Vice President of Sales for Public Sector at UKG, to discuss her remarkable journey in a male-dominated field. With over 27 years of experience, Karla shares her insights on leadership, mentorship, self-awareness, and the importance of advocating for oneself. Tune in to hear about the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned, and the legacy she hopes to leave for future generations. Whether you're in sales or any other industry, Karla's story is sure to inspire and empower.
Reach out to Karla Wilkins
https://www.linkedin.com/in/karla-wilkins/
Reach out to Lauren Banas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-banas-0847b6266/
Learn more about the Delta Principal at
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delta-principle/
Reach out to Cyndi Manuel
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Production provided by LJM Productions https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-misegadis-a31836120/
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Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings.
In this episode of the Her Resources podcast, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel welcome Dr. Angela Lauria-Gunnink, an expert in government reform and public sector HR. They discuss the relevance of Dr. Lauria-Gunnink's dissertation on civil service merit and employment at will personnel systems, especially in light of current political affairs. The conversation explores the historical context of civil service systems, the impact of the Pendleton Act, the shift towards employment at will, and the implications of new public management. Dr. Lauria-Gunnink shares insights from her research, including survey findings and the challenges faced in government reform, particularly regarding the role of HR in the public sector. In this conversation, Dr. Angela Lauria-Gunnink discusses the challenges faced by public sector HR, emphasizing the need for transformational change leadership to keep pace with the private sector. She shares her research findings, which reveal that employment at will systems are performing better than merit systems in various HR functions, including succession planning. The discussion highlights the complexities of public sector HR, including the influence of labor unions and the necessity for further research to address these issues.
Reach out to Dr. Angela:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-angela-lauria-gunnink-689281332/
She explores the crux of improvement lies in transformational change leadership, and shed light on crucial aspects for advancement in these domains.
Read Dr. Angela Lauria-Gunnik's Full dissertation here:
Civil Service Merit and Employment at Will Personnel Systems: The Role of Transformational Change Leadership in Public Sector Recruitment, Hiring, Promotion, Retention, and Succession Planning https://digitalcommons.umassglobal.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1618&context=edd_dissertations
Reach out to Lauren Banas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-banas-0847b6266/
Learn more about the Delta Principal at
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delta-principle/
Reach out to Cyndi Manuel
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Production provided by LJM Productions
https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-misegadis-a31836120/
Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories and valuable insights!
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings.
In this episode of the Her Resources podcast, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel discuss the importance of building sustainable work collaborations with guest Wendy Bea Dalwin. They explore the benefits of collaboration in modern work environments, the significance of trust and accountability, and share personal experiences of successful collaborations. The conversation also addresses misconceptions about collaboration, the core foundations of strong partnerships, and how organizations can foster a collaborative culture. Additionally, they emphasize the need for women to support each other in the workplace and build confidence to drive collaboration. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of collaboration, networking, and personal development. They discuss the challenges of working with non-collaborative individuals, the importance of building a supportive network, and the transformative experience of joining Toastmasters. The conversation also highlights the significance of small talk in networking, common mistakes to avoid in professional relationships, and the role of Chambers of Commerce. Personal anecdotes and lessons learned from role models provide valuable insights into fostering sustainable collaborations and authentic connections.
Connect with Wendy:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-bea-dalwin-6128226/
Learn more about Toastmasters:
Reach out to Lauren Banas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-banas-0847b6266/
Learn more about the Delta Principal at
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delta-principle/
Reach out to Cyndi Manuel
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Production provided by LJM Productions
https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-misegadis-a31836120/
Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories and valuable insights!
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings.
In this special episode, we are thrilled to have Carrie Lehtonen as our guest. Carrie shares her incredible journey of surviving a heart attack at the age of 31 and how it reshaped her life. She discusses the importance of heart health, especially for women, and the lifestyle changes she made to improve her well-being. Carrie also talks about her transition from a corporate career to becoming a health coach and yoga instructor, and the founding of Firefly Community.
Connect with Carrie Lehtonen:
Website:
https://www.fireflycommunity.com/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/fireflycommunity/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/fireflyyogacommunity
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-lehtonen/
Get Carrie’s Book: Positive Perspectives: Life Lessons from the Shelter Dog Who Became Queen
https://www.fireflycommunity.com/book
Upcoming Retreats:
Colorado Yoga and Hiking Retreat - Nathrop, CO - May 16 - 18
2025 Retreat to the Azores, Portugal - Sao Miguel and Terceira - September 6 - 13, 2025
Resources Mentioned:
American Heart Association:
Environmental Working Group:
Reach out to Lauren Banas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-banas-0847b6266/
Learn more about the Delta Principal at
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delta-principle/
Reach out to Cyndi Manuel
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Production provided by LJM Productions
https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-misegadis-a31836120/
Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories and valuable insights!
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings.
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace. Special thanks to intern Lauren Banas for creating our logo and supporting our social media postings. In this episode of the Her Resources podcast, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel discuss the significance of internships in career development, particularly for women and underrepresented groups. They share statistics highlighting the benefits of internships, including higher employment rates and increased diversity hiring. The conversation features insights from interns and business professionals Lauren Banas and Reagan Lewis, who share their experiences, motivations for seeking internships, and the skills they gained. The discussion emphasizes the importance of soft skills, understanding company culture, and the value of a growth mindset in navigating the internship landscape. This conversation explores the multifaceted experiences of interns, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, the challenges faced in corporate environments, and the need for meaningful engagement from businesses. The speakers share personal anecdotes and insights on how to create impactful internship experiences, both for the interns and the organizations. They discuss the significance of open communication, the value of treating interns as integral team members, and the necessity of fostering a supportive environment that encourages questions and learning. Additionally, they provide practical advice for both businesses and students on navigating the internship landscape effectively. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of networking, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the need for confidence in pursuing career opportunities. They emphasize the role of self-advocacy and the responsibility individuals have in shaping their own career paths. The discussion also touches on the significance of structured internship programs and the role of HR in supporting these initiatives. Finally, the speakers share parting words of wisdom, encouraging listeners to lean on their support systems and embrace their potential.
Important Links:
Reach out to Reagan Lewis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/reagan-lewis/
Reach out to Lauren Banas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-banas-0847b6266/
Learn more about the Delta Principal at
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delta-principle/
Reach out to Cyndi Manuel
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Production provided by LJM Productions
https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-misegadis-a31836120/
For more information or to reach out and ask a question feel free to email us
Her Resources is a podcast dedicated to women’s wellness, workplace empowerment, and personal growth. Hosted by Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis, the show dives into stories and experiences that highlight the unique challenges and triumphs women face in the workforce. With a special focus on Human Resources and Change Management, Her Resources offers valuable insights and strategies for navigating career development and professional life. Produced by LJM Productions, each episode aims to inspire, educate, and support women navigate their journey to in the modern workplace.