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We're Only Human

Ben Eubanks
Performance Management
Human Resources
Remote Work
Recruitment
Employee Recognition
Employee Engagement
Workplace Culture
Retention Strategies
Workplace Dynamics
Team Productivity
Mental Health
Customer Stories
Leadership
Covid-19
Employee Well-Being
Customer Experience
Talent Acquisition
Onboarding
Compensation Transparency
People-Centric Culture

A human resources podcast focused on blending research and practical advice to help today's HR, talent, and learning leaders improve business outcomes.

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🎧 Episode 219 

Guest: Amandeep Shergill

In this episode, we explore the realities of modern recruiting, the pressure of “doing more with less,” and the challenge of navigating uncertainty in today’s global talent market. Ben and Amandeep discuss h... more

In this episode of We’re Only Human, Ben Eubanks talks with Travis Hunsicker about the power of curiosity, trust, and belonging in shaping great leadership. From the warehouse floor to executive coaching, Travis shares lessons on how to see people fo... more

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In this episode of We’re Only Human, host Ben Eubanks sits down with Jason Thrasher, one of the most inspiring voices from HR Summer School, to explore how choosing joy can transform your work, leadership, and life.

Jason sha... more

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In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the world of HR — not by replacing humans, but by amplifying what makes us uniquely effective: empathy, creativity, and connection. The conversation digs int... more

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Recent Guests

Hope Weatherford
VP of People at Fountain, focused on hiring, managing, and retaining frontline workers.
Fountain
Episode: Workplace Transformation Thrives with Performance, Recognition, and Trust
Debra Squyres
Chief Customer Officer at Bonusly, committed to enhancing workplace recognition and relationships.
Bonusly
Episode: Workplace Transformation Thrives with Performance, Recognition, and Trust
Michael Cleavely
Founder of CoComply with 25 years in contingent workforce solutions.
CoComply
Episode: Navigating HR Classification Compliance with Michael Cleavely of CoComply
Jason Lawson
An experienced HR professional with over 30 years in the field, including roles as VP and CHR.
Episode: Building Trust and Community in HR with Jason Lawson
Jeff Palkowski
HR Manager at University of Wisconsin-Madison and incoming state director for Wisconsin SHRM
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Navigating HR Challenges and Building Connections with Jeff Palkowski
Ji Yun
Senior Advisor for Leader Assessment and Development and Executive Coach at Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic
Episode: Building Better Leaders: Lessons from The Mayo Clinic
Dave Wilkins
Chief Product and Marketing Officer for Talent Neuron
Talent Neuron
Episode: Leveraging Labor Market Analytics for EVP Analysis, Strategic Workforce Planning, and More
Kathy White
Vice President of Human Resources for Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia
Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia
Episode: Empowering Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia's Managers in Compensation Transparency

Host

Ben Eubanks
Host of the series focused on blending research with practical HR insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Awesome podcast on HR!

    If you’re in HR, this podcast is a no brainer and a must listen! Ben and his guests provide practical and valuable advice and cover so many topics from quality of hire to onboarding automation to pay transparency. Matt is consistently thought provoking and insightful. Don’t think about it - subscribe now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooke Strauss
    United States2 years ago
  • Don’t miss it!

    It’s obvious Ben puts extraordinary effort into every single episode of We’re Only Human. But what makes this show a true standout is the quality of the guests, stories, and tactics. Ben finds speakers that truly care about being a positive force in the HR space, and shares insights that only a true practitioner can unearth. Don't miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States4 years ago
  • Boundary-Pushing and Thought-Provoking

    I listened to Monday’s episode with Peter Sursi and he had some great insight into ‘risking getting someone amazing’ by hiring from a nontraditional background. I was especially intrigued in the episode given his work in the FBI and Ben asked just the right questions for him to respond with interesting details from years of professional experience - a true testament to his hosting. As a small business owner myself, it was refreshing to hear a boundary-pushing perspective from a guest as opposed ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex425xyz
    United States4 years ago
  • Can’t miss for HR & I/O

    Ben is clearly a wellspring of knowledge and experience in the HR field, and his guests shed light on issues and questions plaguing the minds of any organization. Grab a pen and paper and get ready to learn and take notes! This is a great show to aid in your own immersion and personal development in your career.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oblivious in limbo
    United States6 years ago
  • Hand cramps from too much insight

    Deep diving conversations and alaytical insights that drill down into the elements at play behind talent management, leadership and HR. The quality of discussions allows you to call a boardroom meeting across the industries and migtage risks and innovations to stay in the game. Thank you Ben for this real-as-it-gets no-fluff examination into management.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lena Ski SuperNova
    South Africa7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Provides unique perspectives on modern HR challenges and practices.
The quality of guests and topics covered are excellent and highly relevant.
Very insightful and actionable for HR professionals and leaders.

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#176
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Talking Points

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Throw Out the PowerPoint Deck and Do This Instead Says Former Pfizer Head of HR
Q: What did you do to earn the label of a maverick?
Larry explains that he is not comfortable in rigid structures and prefers to experiment, trying new approaches in HR and making his workshops engaging and authentic rather than predictable.
Proximity and Approachability Enable a People-Centric Workplace Culture
Q: How do you encourage employees to have career conversations regarding their long-term aspirations?
We emphasize having open discussions about long-term goals, not just within Beekeeper but also considering their overall career paths.
Proximity and Approachability Enable a People-Centric Workplace Culture
Q: What sort of strategies or things have you put in place to really drive retention?
We focused on understanding our employee value proposition from a retention perspective, created a new value called Frontline First, and launched various initiatives to rally around our company mission.
Building Better Leaders: Lessons from The Mayo Clinic
Q: What advice would you make for other companies that want to select high-quality leaders?
Organizations need to look carefully at their selection process and ensure it aligns with current leadership competencies, adapting to the complex environment leaders face today.
Building Better Leaders: Lessons from The Mayo Clinic
Q: So would you talk about that component and how that works at Mayo?
Values alignment is critical at Mayo, as many individuals derail not due to technical skills but because they don’t align with the organization’s values.

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2. Debra Squyres
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7. Dave Wilkins
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