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HR Mixtape blends practical advice and unique stories to make work feel less like work. Tailored for all types of leaders and industries, it offers fresh perspectives to help you grow as a well-rounded leader — whether you're deep in paperwork or in need of a break.

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Human-AI Collaboration: Redefining HR Practices with Dr. Dieter Veldsman

Human-AI Collaboration: Redefining HR Practices with Dr. Dieter Veldsman

Have you ever wondered how AI could reshape the future of HR without overwhelming your team?
Inside the Shift: How Leadership Styles are Evolving Post-Pandemic with Dr. David Cohen

Inside the Shift: How Leadership Styles are Evolving Post-Pandemic with Dr. David Cohen

Leadership isn't just about authority; it's about values and connection.
Authentic Allyship: Moving Beyond Performative Gestures in the Workplace with Dr. Steve...

Authentic Allyship: Moving Beyond Performative Gestures in the Workplace with Dr. Steve...

Are your company's diversity and inclusion efforts just "rainbow washing"?
Why HR Must Keep Its Head on a Swivel in Today's Climate with Louis Lessig

Why HR Must Keep Its Head on a Swivel in Today's Climate with Louis Lessig

Did you know that retaliation claims are one of the top HR-related legal risks organizations often underestimate?
Evolving Competencies: HR in a Data-Driven World with Dr. Alex Alonso

Evolving Competencies: HR in a Data-Driven World with Dr. Alex Alonso

Did you know that the role of HR is evolving to include AI and data analytics like never before?
Cultivating a People-First Culture in Startups with Nahed Khairallah

Cultivating a People-First Culture in Startups with Nahed Khairallah

Is your HR strategy reactive instead of proactive?
Purpose Over Prestige: What Modern Leaders Value in the Workplace with Leslie Vickrey

Purpose Over Prestige: What Modern Leaders Value in the Workplace with Leslie Vickrey

Women often face outdated assumptions about their career ambitions.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Preparing Employers with Kurt Shoemaker

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Preparing Employers with Kurt Shoemaker

How can employers ensure compliance with the latest provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act?
The Resume Myth: Why Paper Qualifications Don't Define Potential with Michelle Sims

The Resume Myth: Why Paper Qualifications Don't Define Potential with Michelle Sims

Are you struggling to find the right talent in a competitive job market?
How to Craft a Leadership Brand That Resonates with Tiffany Castagno

How to Craft a Leadership Brand That Resonates with Tiffany Castagno

Have you ever felt like your leadership style is a reflection of someone else's expectations rather than your own authentic self?
The Role of HR in Shaping Effective Leadership Transitions with Meg Crosby

The Role of HR in Shaping Effective Leadership Transitions with Meg Crosby

Listening is the first step to effective leadership!
SHRM25 for HR Leaders: Top Tips, Hidden, Gems, and President Biden’s Keynote with Shari Simpson

SHRM25 for HR Leaders: Top Tips, Hidden, Gems, and President Biden’s Keynote with Shari Simpson

Have you ever felt overwhelmed at a conference, wondering how to make the most of your time and connections? You're not alone!
Connecting the Dots: The Strategic Role of Internal Communication in Business with Alejandra...

Connecting the Dots: The Strategic Role of Internal Communication in Business with Alejandra...

Building Culture from the Inside Out.
Lessons from the Warehouse: Rethinking HR for Deskless Workers with Tracie Sponeberg

Lessons from the Warehouse: Rethinking HR for Deskless Workers with Tracie Sponeberg

Putting Frontline Workers Front and Center.
Tactical HR to Strategic Leadership: Defining Values and Integrity in the Workplace with Jamy...

Tactical HR to Strategic Leadership: Defining Values and Integrity in the Workplace with Jamy...

Turning Soft Skills into Strategic Power!
The Sole Trap: How Successful Managers Sabotage Their Teams with Sabina Nawaz

The Sole Trap: How Successful Managers Sabotage Their Teams with Sabina Nawaz

Feedback Fuels Greatness!
Building Dream Teams: The Power of Positivity with Dr. Joey Faucette

Building Dream Teams: The Power of Positivity with Dr. Joey Faucette

Unlock the power of people in a changing workplace.
Navigating Belonging Through Personal Connection with Dan Berger

Navigating Belonging Through Personal Connection with Dan Berger

Belonging Begins with Understanding.
High Turnover and Legal Risks: What Every HR Leader Needs to Know with Leah Stiegler

High Turnover and Legal Risks: What Every HR Leader Needs to Know with Leah Stiegler

Toxic Workplaces: Know the Signs, Understand the Law.
Dancing with Ambiguity: Five Habits to Foster Creativity in Your Team with Dr. Caroline...

Dancing with Ambiguity: Five Habits to Foster Creativity in Your Team with Dr. Caroline...

Creativity isn’t a bonus—it’s a leadership essential.

meet the host

Shari Simpson 

Senior Manager Thought Leadership, Paylocity

Shari Simpson is a seasoned HR pro with 16+ years of experience under her belt. As a multi-talented HR expert, she brings a fresh and veteran perspective to a variety of subjects, from training and development to talent acquisition and employee relations. Shari rocks the mic on the HR Mixtape podcast, where she drops knowledge with other industry legends. But she doesn't stop there - Shari is always finding new ways to elevate HR, payroll, and business pros, whether it's through speaking at national conferences, collaborating with other leaders, or co-leading a women's employee resource group. Get ready to level up with Shari!