The Work Wire

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  • SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. and Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, host a lively conversation on how the latest news impacts all things work-related.
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Episodes
  • Busted, Broken, and Leaky: Fixing America’s Education-to-Workforce Pipeline

    Busted, Broken, and Leaky: Fixing America’s Education-to-Workforce Pipeline
    Mar 8 2025
    In this compelling episode of The Work Wire, Bob Goodwin sits down with Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President & CEO of SHRM, to unpack his recent Congressional testimony on the state of education, workforce readiness, and untapped talent pools. Johnny shares unfiltered insights on why America’s education system is failing both students and employers, why traditional degrees aren’t always the answer, and how skills-based hiring, vocational training, and a shift in mindset can solve the growing talent crisis. They also discuss: • Why employers struggle to find job-ready candidates despite record education spending • The growing importance of trade schools and alternative career pathways • How AI and globalization are changing the future of work • The untapped potential of military veterans, differently-abled workers, and second-chance hires It’s time to rethink education, hiring, and the way we prepare people for work. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation!
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    34 mins
  • Return to Office, DEI, and Trump 2.0: What’s Next for Work?

    Return to Office, DEI, and Trump 2.0: What’s Next for Work?
    Feb 25 2025
    With major executive orders and shifting workplace trends, the balance of power between employers and employees is changing fast. Bob Goodwin and Johnny C. Taylor Jr. discuss the federal return-to-office push, the future of DEI, and why companies are reevaluating how they measure employee value. Is the remote work era over? What’s next for workplace culture? Find out in this must-listen episode of The Work Wire.
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    34 mins
  • The Work Wire - Unpacking Extreme Leadership Decisions and Their Impact

    The Work Wire - Unpacking Extreme Leadership Decisions and Their Impact
    Feb 9 2025
    A CEO's harsh firing of 90% of his employees via Slack reveals significant issues in leadership, communication, and employee accountability. The incident serves as a poignant reminder for leaders about the importance of setting expectations, cultivating a respectful culture, and demonstrating emotional intelligence in challenging situations. • A shocking story of a CEO firing 90% of his staff • Analyzing both sides of the conflict between the CEO and employees • The implications of employee integrity in unpaid roles • The importance of emotional intelligence in leadership • Recruitment and cultural fit as preventative measures • Self-reflection and humility as essential leadership qualities • The human cost of volatility in leadership styles
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    33 mins

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