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Bringing the Human back to Human Resources

Traci Chernoff
Employee Engagement
Human Resources
Layoffs
Work-Life Balance
Workplace Culture
Mental Health
Leadership
Leadership Development
Psychological Safety
Artificial Intelligence
Quiet Quitting
Emotional Intelligence
Burnout
Remote Work
Company Culture
National Labor Relations Board
Gig Economy
Maternity Leave
Recruitment
HR Compliance

People are at the center of every business--or at least they should be. "Bringing the Human back to Human Resources" is a podcast hosted by Traci Chernoff, a Senior Director of Employee Engagement, who has spent 10 years in critical HR leadership roles. Traci explores the delicate balance between people and business and destigmatizes what it means to be in "Human Resources".

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This week's episode is part three of the layoff series, and it's focused entirely on the employee side of the experience: what to actually do when you or someone you know is the one getting laid off.

Spoiler alert: Over 40% of Americans have been la... more

In part two of the four-part layoff series, Traci addresses what often goes unspoken in layoff conversations: the toll on the HR professionals managing them, and how to take care of yourself while taking care of everyone else.

What We Cover:

— The... more

Traci sat down with Jena Dunay, founder of Recruit the Employer, to talk about conducting layoffs with dignity. We're bringing this one back as the first episode of our four-part layoff series because it's just as relevant now as it was when it first... more

This week, Traci sits down with the co-founders of Flora Fertility to talk about why employer-sponsored fertility coverage is broken and what the first individually owned fertility insurance solution is doing to fix it.

Dr. Christy Lane is a global ... more

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Recent Guests

Jena Viviano Dunay
Founder of Recruit the Employer, an outplacement and career development firm
Recruit the Employer
Episode: 272. The Layoff Playbook: Soft Landings, Survivor's Guilt, and Trust
Dr. Kristi Lane
Global InsureTech health scientist, co-founder of Flora Fertility
Flora Fertility
Episode: 271. What Group Benefits Get Wrong About Fertility Coverage feat. Flora Fertility
Laura McDonald
Co-founder and CEO of Flora Fertility
Flora Fertility
Episode: 271. What Group Benefits Get Wrong About Fertility Coverage feat. Flora Fertility
Steve Cadigan
Globally recognized talent strategist, advisor and author
Cadigan Talent Ventures
Episode: 270. The Future of Work Is Here and HR Isn't Ready
Stephen Flanagan
Leader in learning and development; founder of Seeks Consulting
Seeks Consulting
Episode: 268. The Execution Gap Your Leadership Training Isn't Closing
James Warren
Founder and CEO of ShareMore Stories, a human experience insights company
ShareMore Stories
Episode: 267. Listen Like a Researcher: The Human-Centered Leadership Edge
Dr. Meghan Grace
Gen Z expert and author
Institute for Generational Research and Education / Hashtag Gen Z
Episode: 267. Stop Misreading Your Gen Z Employees feat. Dr. Meghan Grace
Brett Hoogeveen
Co-founder of Better Culture, a leadership development and technology firm
Better Culture
Episode: 265. From Perks to Purpose: Building Culture That Actually Sticks
Bianca Best
A globally recognized speaker, author, and strategist dedicated to empowering professionals to achieve extraordinary results without sacrificing health or happiness.
Episode: Emotional Integrity: The Real Reason You're Burning Out

Host

Traci Chernoff
Host of the show; Senior HR leader focused on human-centered employee engagement and culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 163 ratings
  • Practical and empowering

    Loved how this episode focused on making each conversation and interaction count. Clear tools, realistic insights, and a shift in how I’m thinking my leadership.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PattyF831
    United States4 months ago
  • Conversations that Matter

    Traci’s empathy, curiosity, and knowledge bring the best out of her guests. The resulting conversations are rich and full of actionable ideas and suggestions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Summit
    United States5 months ago
  • Traci always makes me think

    I love this podcast. Every session I’ve listened to has deepened my understanding of the topic and also made me think differently about what’s being discussed. Traci is a fantastic host who is warm, welcoming and incredibly conversational. Definitely check this out!! - Stephen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SteveSeeks
    Canada6 months ago
  • Love the advice from someone who is in HR

    Great insights from a real HR practitioner!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GSR80122
    United States7 months ago
  • Refreshingly Honest Podcast

    I enjoy Traci’s show cause it gets at real issues without all the fluff and she challenges guests with some great questions. Additionally I appreciate that Traci shines a light on topics that sometimes people shy away from deciding but are really critical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scad 32
    United States7 months ago

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Genuine, people-centered conversations with expert guests
Listeners praise the depth and usefulness of episodes for career development
Clear, actionable insights for HR leaders and practitioners
Audience reviews highlight relatable, non-fluffy discussions about real HR issues
Host asks thoughtful questions and keeps conversations practical

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267. Listen Like a Researcher: The Human-Centered Leadership Edge
Q: Why is failure and experimentation important for innovation?
Failure is a natural part of the innovation pathway; by fostering a culture of experimentation and learning from what didn't work, organizations can reduce risk and drive more meaningful progress over time.
267. Listen Like a Researcher: The Human-Centered Leadership Edge
Q: What role do leaders play in shaping culture and belonging?
Leaders shape culture by creating environments with guardrails rather than barriers, recognizing and rewarding constructive behavior, and enabling experimentation and learning from mistakes to build trust and belonging.
267. Listen Like a Researcher: The Human-Centered Leadership Edge
Q: How did you end up finding yourself in this industry and why storytelling?
I was always into stories and wanted to start my own business, which led me from brand management to entrepreneurship where I could blend storytelling with insights to help companies understand themselves and their customers better.
267. Stop Misreading Your Gen Z Employees feat. Dr. Meghan Grace
Q: What are some defining traits of Gen Z in the workplace?
Gen Z is highly connected to technology but also values human connection, flexibility, and authentic relationships; they are entrepreneurial in spirit and want meaningful work with clear context and supportive management.
263. Leaders Need Cynics: Here's Why Most Organizations Fire Them
Q: How do (leaders) navigate that to maybe even just kind of set the stage themselves in paving the way for how disagreement and cynicism is more celebrated and appreciated?
Leaders should invite feedback and establish an environment where disagreement is welcomed and appreciated.

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This show centers on putting people at the heart of business, with a steady focus on human-centered leadership, workplace culture, and practical HR strategies. Episodes frequently explore building belonging, psychological safety, and humane approaches to leadership, often through real-world cases like burnout, gender equity, and cross-border recruiting. The host tends to blend research-backed insights with actionable guidance for HR leaders, people teams, and managers who want to align business outcomes with employee experience. A standout trait is the emphasis on humane, accessible conversations with guests who bring data-driven and storytelling perspectives to people operations, leadership development, and organizational culture.

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1. Jena Viviano Dunay
2. Dr. Kristi Lane
3. Laura McDonald
4. Steve Cadigan
5. Stephen Flanagan
6. James Warren
7. Dr. Meghan Grace
8. Brett Hoogeveen

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