The HR Room Podcast

• Episode 221 - C Suite Special: Commitment To Culture, with David Lane, Ecclesiastical Ireland

  It’s that time again on the HR Room Podcast for another one of our C-suite specials, where we talk to leaders in various industries and organisations, sharing advice and insights for HR teams and employers everywhere. Today we’re delighted to be joined by someone who is a leader here in Ireland for a company that does absolutely fantastic work here in Ireland, work which is intertwined with the workplace culture they have, and what they do to nourish that.  Joining us this week is the brilliant David Lane, Managing Director at Ecclesiastical Ireland.    In this episode we cover... 05:39 Intentionality in Company Culture 10:34 Engagement Surveys and Continuous Improvement 19:43 Long-term Focus on Culture and Leadership 23:54 Initiatives for Incremental Change 29:58 The Importance of Simple Changes 32:53 Balancing Business and Social Impact 37:42 Leadership's Role in Cultural Alignment 41:11 The Business Case for Purpose-Driven Work   About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice what's important to you as a HR professional, an employer or people leader.  If you are enjoying these episodes, do please feel free to share them with colleagues, friends and family. And even better, if you can leave us a review, we’d really appreciate it! We love your feedback, we take requests, and we’re also here to help with any HR challenges you may have! Requests, feedback and guest suggestions 👉 HR Room Podcast Requests Immediate support on your HR challenge 👉 0567701060 or [email protected] What our clients say 👉 Insight HR & SIKA Ireland Limited   HR support when you need it most.  The Insight HR Team

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• Episode 220 - Mediation: When, Why & How?

  Disagreements, tensions, and misunderstandings are a natural part of working life, but when left unresolved, they can escalate, leading to low morale, lost productivity, and even legal disputes. That’s where mediation comes in - a structured but informal process that helps employees find common ground and rebuild working relationships. So today, we’ll break down how mediation works, why it’s a game-changer for HR, and how organisations can use it to foster a healthier, more productive workplace. To do this, we’re delighted to be joined by Joe Thompson, accredited mediator and Head of HR Services here at Insight HR.   In this episode, we cover... 06:24 The Benefits of Mediation Over Formal Processes 11:08 When Mediation is Not Appropriate 15:10 The Mediation Process Explained 29:51 Practical Advice for HR Managers   About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice what's important to you as a HR professional, an employer or people leader.  If you are enjoying these episodes, do please feel free to share them with colleagues, friends and family. And even better, if you can leave us a review, we’d really appreciate it! We love your feedback, we take requests, and we’re also here to help with any HR challenges you may have! Requests, feedback and guest suggestions 👉 HR Room Podcast Requests Immediate support on your HR challenge 👉 0567701060 or [email protected] What our clients say 👉 Insight HR & SIKA Ireland Limited   HR support when you need it most.  The Insight HR Team

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• Episode 219 - Liam's Law: Misconduct, Mediation & Remedial Measures

  We’ve spoken about many employment law cases on the HR Room Podcast over the years which have always been very popular episodes, and we’ve also spoken to our very own Liam Barton a lot over the years, who has also proved very popular. So we’re back again with another episode in our new monthly series combining your two favourite things, Case Law and Liam Barton, where Liam will be joining us to discuss a high profile every month, and share his advice, guidance and key takeaways for you as employers and HR teams. So for our second episode of Liam’s Law, we’re delighted to be joined, of course, by Liam Barton, Senior HR Consultant here at Insight HR.   Today's case? This very interesting and complex case from The Rotunda Maternity Hospital!   In this episode, we cover... 01:46 Overview of the Rotunda Case 05:01 Analysis of the Case's Findings 10:22 Implications of Sexual Harassment Policies 14:05 Disciplinary Actions and Their Consequences 20:01 Constructive Dismissal and Its Challenges 25:11 Post-Investigation Measures and Mediation 30:53 Rights and Responsibilities in the Workplace 36:43 Conclusion and Key Takeaways   About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice what's important to you as a HR professional, an employer or people leader.  If you are enjoying these episodes, do please feel free to share them with colleagues, friends and family. And even better, if you can leave us a review, we’d really appreciate it! We love your feedback, we take requests, and we’re also here to help with any HR challenges you may have! Requests, feedback and guest suggestions 👉 HR Room Podcast Requests Immediate support on your HR challenge 👉 0567701060 or [email protected] What our clients say 👉 Insight HR & SIKA Ireland Limited   HR support when you need it most.  The Insight HR Team

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• Episode 218 - Tariffs, Restructuring & HR's Response

  Trump and his tariffs have taken the headlines in recent days and weeks, and are on the mind of many politicians, business leaders, and everyone in between, as we watch the trade war begin to rage. But what do these tariffs and times of uncertainty mean for you, the HR person, the business leader, and the person trying to navigate through this period with your people in mind. Well to talk us through this, and just what we can do to help, we’re delighted to be joined again by Liam Barton, Commercial Director here at Insight HR.   In this episode, we cover... 01:10 Navigating Uncertainty in Business 06:05 The Impact of Market Dynamics on HR 12:38 Future-Proofing Against Economic Challenges 18:34 Managing Employee Emotions During Change 26:52 The Importance of Communication in Restructuring   P.S Check out Mary's recent article on this topic right here!   About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice what's important to you as a HR professional, an employer or people leader.  If you are enjoying these episodes, do please feel free to share them with colleagues, friends and family. And even better, if you can leave us a review, we’d really appreciate it! We love your feedback, we take requests, and we’re also here to help with any HR challenges you may have! Requests, feedback and guest suggestions 👉 HR Room Podcast Requests Immediate support on your HR challenge 👉 0567701060 or [email protected] What our clients say 👉 Insight HR & SIKA Ireland Limited

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• Episode 217 - C Suite Special: Inside the WRC with Audrey Cahill, WRC

  It's that time again to bring you another C Suite Special, where we talk to C Suite leaders from some of Ireland’s biggest organisations, giving us HR people fantastic insights into how they and their organisations operate and thrive. And to talk to us today, we’re delighted to be joined by someone who we recently listened to at the CIPD Employment Law Conference, who I knew would be the perfect guest for this series on the podcast, as she gave such fantastic insights into an organisation that many of us are familiar with, but I might argue, could know a lot more about. We’re joined today by the brilliant Audrey Cahill, Director General at the Workplace Relations Commission.   In this episode, we cover... 03:16 Audrey's Journey in HR 14:19 Demystifying the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) 20:12 The Humanisation of the WRC 25:16 Creating a Safe Environment for Dispute Resolution 30:00 The Importance of Early Intervention 34:55 Establishing Clear Policies and Procedures 38:15 The Impact of Trust on Organisational Culture 44:42 Balancing Compliance with Organisational Needs 48:59 The Foundation of Effective HR Practices   About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice what's important to you as a HR professional, an employer or people leader.  If you are enjoying these episodes, do please feel free to share them with colleagues, friends and family. And even better, if you can leave us a review, we’d really appreciate it! We love your feedback, we take requests, and we’re also here to help with any HR challenges you may have! Requests, feedback and guest suggestions 👉 HR Room Podcast Requests Immediate support on your HR challenge 👉 0567701060 or [email protected] What our clients say 👉 Insight HR & SIKA Ireland Limited   HR support when you need it most.  The Insight HR Team

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