We love Halloween, so in honor of one of our favorite holidays, we decided to share some HR horror stories! Be prepared to gasp, laugh, groan, and maybe cry a little. Some of these stories may even give you nightmares! So, grab a stiff drink and prepare to be horrified! Here is the Reddit link where we got many of the stories. As Trish said, the comments are hilarious! https://www.reddit.com/r/humanresources/comments/14c54l6/hr_horror_story/?rdt=35764. As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com. Also, please follow us on Patreon for more wine - and whine - related content! Whine with HR | Where we think about - and drink about - all things HR! https://www.patreon.com/c/WhineHR And if you love merch (we know we do!), check out our current merchandise offerings! https://whine-with-hr-shop.fourthwall.com/ © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC

Since we are in Q4 (how is that possible?!), we thought it would be a good idea to re-release Episode 1 from this season on HR trends for 2025. This way, you can check in and see how your organization is doing and what changes you might want to recommend for 2026. Are you seeing any skills gaps looming? How is your employee culture? Have you implemented a financial wellness program for your employees? If you have done one or more of these things, great! Have you tracked the metrics? If not, now is the time so you can head into year's end with data to show the improvements  If you haven't, these are all things you may want to be thinking about as we head into 2026. So, grab your favorite beverage and enjoy this episode a second time. Here are the articles from this week's episode: TestGorilla: https://www.testgorilla.com/skills-based-hiring/state-of-skills-based-hiring-2024/ PwC Survey: https://www.pwc.com/gx/en/issues/workforce/hopes-and-fears.html ExpressPros: https://www.expresspros.com/newsroom/news-releases/news-releases/2024/08/more-than-two-thirds-of-us-companies-to-train-in-house-talent-amid-cost-cutting-strategies ZayZoon: https://www.zayzoon.com/blog/state-of-employee-financial-wellness SHRM Article: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/hr-quarterly/7-trends-that-will-shape-hr-in-2025 As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com.  Follow us on Patreon for more wine - and whine - related content! https://www.patreon.com/c/WhineHR And if you love merch, check out our current merchandise offerings! https://whine-with-hr-shop.fourthwall.com/   © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC  

You’ve probably heard us talk about Rockstars and Superstars. If you haven’t heard us talk about that, don’t worry - we’ll explain! In this episode, we’re discussing how both Superstars and Rockstars can show their value to leadership/ownership in a way that can help you advocate for a raise, bonus, or other benefits. Here are the links to the articles referenced in this episode: University of Washington: Professional and Continuing Education https://www.pce.uw.edu/news-features/articles/show-your-value-work Insperity: https://www.insperity.com/blog/how-to-prove-the-value-of-hr-to-your-companys-decision-makers/ As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com. Also, please follow us on Patreon for more wine - and whine- related content! Whine with HR | Where we think about - and drink about - all things HR! | https://www.patreon.com/c/WhineHR © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC

With all the uncertainty in the economy these days, many companies are making cuts to programs, benefits, and even employees. In this episode, we are discussing ways that companies can save money AND their employees! So grab your favorite beverage and join us for this worthwhile discussion! You just might be the answer your company needs!   Here are the links to the articles referenced in this episode: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/cost-savings-examples https://www.yarooms.com/blog/cost-saving-ideas-for-the-workplace https://www.brex.com/spend-trends/expense-management/cost-reduction-strategies-for-reducing-business-expenses https://www.yarooms.com/solutions/sustainable-workplace  As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com. Also, please follow us on Patreon for more wine - and whine- related content! Whine with HR | Where we think about - and drink about - all things HR! | https://www.patreon.com/c/WhineHR © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC

In this episode we are drilling down on the topic of finding candidates with specialized skills. We've got Steve Sova of Sandella Sova Search Partners with us, who specializes in recruiting tax and finance professionals, to share his expertise. We'll cover some of the challenges, the opportunities, and what employers should think about BEFORE they even start their search. You may even want to try the spicy drink suggestion that Melanie Flannery at UniFirst Corporation sent our way! So, grab your favorite glass of vino and join us!   Here is the link to the article we referenced in today's show: https://hingemarketing.com/blog/story/employee-recruitment-strategies-your-10-minute-survivors-guide-to-winning-the-talent-wars   As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com.  Also, please follow us on Patreon for more wine - and whine- related content!   Whine with HR | Where we think about - and drink about - all things HR! | https://www.patreon.com/c/WhineHR   © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC

HR is often seen as an administrative function or a "revenue-taker", as Trish likes to say. In this episode, we discuss how to turn your department into a revenue MAKER so you can have a seat at the "big" table! And if you're not in HR, but yearn to be a part of the executive team, you'll be able to apply much of what we discuss, so don't skip this episode. Grab an extra-large glass and join us for this important discussion! As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com. Also, please follow us on Patreon for more wine - and whine- related content! Whine with HR | Where we think about - and drink about - all things HR! | https://www.patreon.com/c/WhineHR © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC

We discuss the top challenges facing HR professionals as well as then giving you tips and tricks for overcoming them!

Everyone likes to be recognized for the work they are doing, especially your employees! In this episode, we talk about why recognition programs are so important, how they benefit employers, what pitfalls to avoid, how to structure a great program, and some cool ideas to include (many of which do not cost anything but a little bit of time). So, take a moment to recognize the good work you’ve done by grabbing a glass of vino and indulging in an episode with us!

Total Rewards is Totally Awesome! In this episode, we are discussing the perks that employees are looking for nowadays and why it is important to expand your offerings beyond the typical compensation and health care benefits. This episode is filled with stats, good ideas, helpful guidance, and all the things you’ve come to expect from Whine with HR! So, grab a glass and join us!

Here is the link to the Bamboo article we discussed: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lw2YCKGfouFBA8YfSjM2b06_iZV_ZDQt/view?usp=sharing As mentioned during the episode, Monarch is proud to partner with BambooHR because we believe in their products and their excellent service. We do get a commission if you sign up for a subscription from BambooHR, but not if you're just checking things out. If you are looking for a new HRIS system, give BambooHR a look by using these links: Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/?utm_source=referral-partner&utm_medium=partners&utm_campaign=MONA-PT-PartnerURL-202503&utm_content=blank&utm_term=blank Free Trial: https://www.bamboohr.com/signup/?utm_source=referral-partner&utm_medium=partners&utm_campaign=MONA-PT-PartnerURL-202503&utm_content=blank&utm_term=blank Live Demo: https://www.bamboohr.com/live-demo/?utm_source=referral-partner&utm_medium=partners&utm_campaign=MONA-PT-PartnerURL-202503&utm_content=blank&utm_term=blank As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com. Also, please follow us on Patreon for more wine - and whine- related content! Whine with HR | Where we think about - and drink about - all things HR! | https://www.patreon.com/c/WhineHR   © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC

Most employers craft their policies to address the 10% of employees who will abuse them. In this episode, we are challenging employers to flip the script and start crafting their policies for the 90% who won’t abuse them. This can have a great impact on employee morale, resulting in increased retention and engagement, which are all good things for an employer’s bottom line. So, grab the beverage you need today (Trish required something a bit stronger than wine) and join us to learn more!

Here are the links from this week's episode: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/8-benefits-admitting-you-were-wrong-vanessa-denha-garmo-ma--b7lwc/ https://hbr.org/sponsored/2023/11/why-making-mistakes-is-essential-for-growth-as-a-real-leader https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/hr-magazine/leaders-make-mistakes https://theglasshammer.com/2020/02/why-owning-a-mistake-is-a-mark-of-leadership/.   As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com. Also, please follow us on Patreon for more wine - and whine- related content! Whine with HR | Where we think about - and drink about - all things HR! | https://www.patreon.com/c/WhineHR   © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC

In this episode, Trish and Juls discuss the importance of getting to know your employees on a personal level. They provide some sample questions that you can use to get your employees to open up in a fun and non-intimidating way. They also ask each other a bunch of these questions, so you can get to know Trish and Juls a bit better! Many of the questions they used came from this article: https://www.betterup.com/blog/questions-to-ask-to-get-to-know-someone As always, we are so grateful to you for being a fellow Whino! We would love to hear from you regarding topics you’d like us to discuss or wines you’d like us to try! Feel free to reach out at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com.  Also, please follow us on Patreon for more wine- and whine-related content! Whine with HR | Where we think about - and drink about - all things HR! | Patreon

Welcome back to Season 3! In this episode, Juls and Trish discuss the biggest trends, issues, and challenges facing employers in 2025, drawing from the SHRM article "7 Trends That Will Shape HR in 2025." They also share personal updates, discuss their wine choices, and play a "Glass Half Empty/Glass Half Full" game on the discussed topics. TestGorilla: https://www.testgorilla.com/skills-based-hiring/state-of-skills-based-hiring-2024/ PwC Survey: https://www.pwc.com/gx/en/issues/workforce/hopes-and-fears.html ExpressPros: https://www.expresspros.com/newsroom/news-releases/news-releases/2024/08/more-than-two-thirds-of-us-companies-to-train-in-house-talent-amid-cost-cutting-strategies ZayZoon: https://www.zayzoon.com/blog/state-of-employee-financial-wellness SHRM Article: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/hr-quarterly/7-trends-that-will-shape-hr-in-2025 Get In Touch! Let us know what topics you want to hear about in the future! And, as always, we’d love to hear your wine recommendations. If you send us an email, we’ll give you a shout-out on a future episode! Email us at whine@monarchendeavorsllc.com. And don’t forget to follow us on Patreon starting May 1st! © 2025 Monarch Endeavors, LLC