Welcome to HR Leaders Lounge, the podcast where HR pros kick back, connect, and get real about payroll and people. Brought to you by Checkwriters, we pull back the curtain on the complexities of HR, offering genuine support and fresh, unexpected takes on the industry’s most talked-about topics. Whether you're navigating the nonprofit world or running HR at a school, we’re here to inspire with creative strategies, personal stories, and conversations that feel like catching up with a trusted friend. You don’t have to do it alone — tune in and dive into the human side of HR.
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The Silent Threat AI Poses to Your Team That No One Talks About
AI is streamlining HR tasks—but could it be quietly stripping away the dignity of work? In this episode, we explore how to balance automation with humanity and what HR leaders must do to protect what makes work meaningful.
In this episode:
We play “Real or Robot” and roast overused AI quotes
Explore how AI impacts employee value beyond job security
Share real-world stories (and pies) that show the power of the human touch
Connect with us:
Dakota on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakota-hebert-8495851b/)
Felicia on LinkedIn (http://linkedin)
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29 Apr 2025
Is the Four-Day Work Week the Answer?
Is the four-day work week really the solution we’ve been waiting for—or just a flashy band-aid for a bigger issue?
In this episode of HR Leaders Lounge, we explore the deeper questions behind the four-day work week conversation:
- Why the five-day work week isn’t as “traditional” as we think
- How burnout, flexibility, and productivity are shaping employee expectations
- Why shorter weeks don’t necessarily mean better work-life balance
Plus, our hosts dive into how remote work, generational shifts, and family life all tie into the evolving future of work—and why flexibility might matter more than the number of days you clock in.
👇 Got thoughts on the four-day work week? We want to hear from you on LinkedIn!
Connect with us:
Dakota on LinkedIn
Felicia on LinkedIn
🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more real-talk HR insights!
22 Apr 2025
What Is Fractional Leadership? Breaking Down the Trend Behind the Buzzword
You don’t need a full-time exec to make a full impact. More companies are turning to a new model called fractional twinning—bringing in seasoned executives part-time to bring high-level expertise without the full-time cost.
In this episode of HR Leaders Lounge, we explore what fractional leadership actually is (and why it’s gaining traction)
How it helps companies reduce overhead while leveling up talent
The cultural shift and how full-time staff really feel about fractional execs
Best practices for integrating fractional leaders without the friction
Plus, our hosts go head-to-head in a “Fractional Draft Pick” to build their dream team of part-time execs
👇 Have you worked with a fractional leader—or been one? Tell us your experience on LinkedIn!
Connect with us:
Dakota on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakota-hebert-8495851b/)
Felicia on LinkedIn (http://linkedin)
🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more HR insights!
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