Hosted by the CEO of MyHRConcierge, Chris Cooley, MyHRBuzz Podcast is a podcast about current HR topics and stories. Each episode, we break down the business of HR and employee issues while helping you avoid expensive risks.
Dive into the transformative world of artificial intelligence (AI) and what it means for today’s small business leaders and employers with host Chris Cooley and Executive Director and State CIO of the Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services, Craig Orgeron, CPM, Ph.D.
Learn MoreLast Updated on June 11, 2025 Are your benefit plan documents compliant with ERISA requirements? In this episode of the MyHRBuzz Podcast, host Chris Cooley sits down with Jay Rodney, CEO of RTO Benefits, to break down the essential documents employers need to stay compliant; from POP plans to WRAP documents and non-discrimination testing. They […]
Learn MoreLearn how to handle employee venting in the workplace with empathy while protecting your organization from legal risk in this MyHRBuzz Podcast episode.
Learn MoreLast Updated on March 21, 2025 Explore the unique challenges solo HR professionals face in this episode of the MyHRBuzz podcast. Host Chris Cooley and MyHRConcierge Principal and Co-Founder, John Yerger, SHRM-SCP, discuss actionable strategies to help HR teams of one manage it all, from recruitment and compliance, to employee retention and burnout prevention. Whether […]
Learn MoreIn the new episode of MyHRBuzz, Chris Cooley sits down with Bill Gault and Wendy Shelton of Nippes, Healy & Gault, PLLC to discuss the Federal Trade Commission’s Noncompete Rule.
Learn MoreJoin MyHRBuzz as we discuss common challenges faced during the ACA year-end reporting process and share expert tips to ensure compliance and avoid costly mistakes.
Learn MoreLast Updated on January 22, 2025 In this episode of MyHRBuzz, host Chris Cooley sits down with Principal and Co-Founder of MyHRConcierge, John Yerger, SHRM-SCP, to tackle the critical topic of worksite raids and I-9 compliance. Together, they explore what employers need to know to protect their businesses, avoid costly penalties and navigate the complexities […]
Learn MoreDiscover expert strategies for handling employee terminations professionally and legally in this episode of the MyHRBuzz podcast. This episode covers everything from preparation, documentation, compliance, communication and post-termination best practices.
Learn MoreJoin host Chris Cooley as he discusses workplace harassment with Attorney Wendy Shelton and Partner Bill Gault. They explore employer responsibilities, strategies to prevent harassment, and how to safeguard your business against harassment claims. Tune in for practical insights on creating a safer work environment.
Learn MoreLast Updated on November 18, 2024 Chris Cooley sits down with Sr HR Consultant Emily Frederick to discuss what you need to know about the upcoming Overtime Changes. Timestamps Listen to More Episodes of the MyHRBuzz Podcast:
Learn MoreIn this episode of MyHRBuzz, host Chris Cooley sits down with Emily Frederick, SHRM-CP, Senior HR Consultant at MyHRConcierge, to dive into the crucial role of employee handbooks in today’s workplace.
Learn MoreChris Cooley and CEO of Juvo Jobs, Mark Emery, discuss how to effectively navigate the modern workforce landscape for companies who are unable to offer remote work.
Learn MoreIn this MyHRBuzz podcast episode, dive into the essential housekeeping and compliance tasks that every HR team should tackle before the new year begins.
Learn MoreDelve into the steps to take when a background check uncovers a past conviction, and discuss how employers can navigate and overcome the obstacles that a conviction may present.
Learn MoreLast Updated on September 19, 2024 MyHRBuzz host, Chris Cooley, speaks with MyHRConcierge’s Sr HR Consultant, Emily Frederick, about the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Whether you’re a seasoned HR professional or new to the world of employee benefits, this episode is your go-to resource for understanding FMLA’s ins and outs! Timestamps: Listen to […]
Learn MoreMyHRBuzz host, Chris Cooley, sits down with Senior HR Consultant at MyHRConcierge, Emily Frederick, to discuss effective strategies to prevent HR burnout.
Learn MoreIn this podcast episode, discover insights and strategies to increase cash flow through R&D and Cost Segregation tax credits.
Learn MoreLast Updated on July 23, 2024 MyHRBuzz host Chris Cooley sits down with Patti Reimer of BenefitMall to discuss what employers need to know about ICHRAs, and how to maximize savings on employee health benefits. Timestamps: Listen to More Episodes of the MyHRBuzz Podcast:
Learn MoreChris Cooley speaks with Bill Gault and Wendy Shelton of Nippes, Healy and Gault, PLLC about the June 28th decision by the Supreme Court to overturn the decades-old Chevron doctrine, and what that means for employers.
Learn MoreLast Updated on June 13, 2024 We are thrilled to announce an exciting update for the MyHRBuzz Podcast! With a commitment to delivering an even better experience for our listeners, the MyHRBuzz Podcast moves to Podbean. This move represents a significant milestone in our podcasting journey, and we’re delighted to share the details with you. […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on July 19, 2024 MyHRBuzz host, Chris Cooley, speaks with Patti Reimer, Sales Executive of Value Added Products for BenefitMall about Section 125 plans and how they benefit employers. Timestamps Listen to more episodes of the MyHRBuzz podcast.
Learn MoreLast Updated on August 20, 2023 With the landmark Supreme Court ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia, it was affirmed that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits employment discrimination based on sex, also extends to cover discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation. In light of this, it […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on March 8, 2023 Employers Continue to Prepare for Pay Transparency As the number of places that require pay transparency rises, it’s clear that the trend of pay transparency is not going away. Just because the state you’re operating in doesn’t yet require disclosing salary or pay equity information, it’s advised that you […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on February 10, 2023 Chris Cooley and HR expert Emily Frederick discuss pay transparency laws including what some states are requiring and how employers can prepare for pay transparency compliance. Timestamps: 1:24 What does pay transparency mean for an employer? 1:45 What is the goal of pay transparency? 2:12 Why is it important […]
Learn MoreIn this episode of MyHRBuzz, we talk about the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) opportunities that are often left behind. It’s not too late to receive these tax credits.
Learn MoreLast Updated on June 14, 2022 In this episode, we talk about background screening in the Senior Living industry. Chris and Kim talk with our guest Suzy Hansmann, Sr. Vice President of Human Resources at Grace Management, Inc. about the importance of using the right process for background checks in the Senior Living industry.
Learn MoreIn this podcast: As the news of the OSHA Vaccine Mandate for Employers spreads, Chris Cooley discusses why the Court’s decision was made and look at the expectations of employers moving into the new deadline for vaccination.
Learn MoreWe discuss OSHA’s COVID-19 vaccination and testing Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) with labor and employment attorney, Wendy Shelton.
Learn MoreLast Updated on November 5, 2021 Part 2 of our Join Chris Cooley as he breaks down how to determine if you meet the 100 employee threshold for the OSHA ETS Vaccination Mandate. We also discuss part-time, contract, seasonal employees, and more…
Learn MoreLast Updated on November 5, 2021 As large businesses receive news of the mandatory Jan 4 deadline for COVID-19 vaccination, this creates many questions. Chris Cooley breaks down some of these FAQ’s and prepares us for the ramifications of the mandate. This podcast helps to work through the details.
Learn MoreOSHA’s ETS provisions require private employers with 100 or more employees to comply with several COVID-19-related requirements.
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Learn MoreLast Updated on September 20, 2021 Steps For Employers To Reduce Risk Prior To The OSHA Vaccination & Testing Mandate On Sept. 9, 2021, President Biden announced that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is developing an emergency temporary standard (ETS). The new ETS will require private-sector employers with 100 or more employees to […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on September 14, 2021 In this short podcast, we talk candidly with background check expert, Kim Lewis, about hiring and screening for the healthcare industry – beyond just drug testing, including the big difference in the FBI database search vs. a more comprehensive advanced healthcare screening package and ongoing monitoring. Read more in […]
Learn MoreIntroducing Long-Haul Covid. In this episode learn how this has been affecting the workplace. Did you know employees that have lingering COVID symptoms after testing negative can be protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act? Join Chris as he talks with John Yerger of MyHRConcierge about what employers should do when employees have these lingering symptoms.
Learn MoreLast Updated on August 31, 2021 Protect yourself with a vaccination policy. Are you an employer struggling with how to communicate your COVID policies? Join Chris as he talks with John Yerger of MyHRConcierge about what you need to know about implementing a COVID vaccination policy. Read our supporting article as well. Click HERE. Bookmarks: 1:43 Do […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on July 28, 2021 In this episode, Chris will talk with labor attorney Wendy Shelton, of Nippes Healy & Gault on the issue of Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in regards specifically to gender identity and acknowledgment in the workplace. We look at ethical and legally compliant treatment of gender recognition in the […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on July 14, 2021 In this episode, we talk with John Yerger of MyHRConcierge regarding ways to increase your success when contesting unemployment claims. We will review how to best document responses, procedures and other ways to ensure you are put in the best place to win your cases.
Learn MoreLast Updated on June 17, 2021 Employers can protect themselves from adverse action with this information. In this episode, we welcome Kim Lewis, of MyHRScreens to discuss why adverse action is important to prevent costly and resource-draining adverse action litigation. By doing accurate and careful employee screening you can prevent costly mistakes.
Learn MoreLast Updated on May 10, 2021 It is not unusual to peruse the social media of possible candidates, however, did you know there is an FCRA compliant way to do this? Performing social media screening correctly can mitigate adverse action legal troubles. The podcast below explains more on this trending topic.
Learn MoreEpisode 8 of the MyHRBuzz Podcast helps to answer many frequently asked questions by employers about the COVID-19 vaccine. Listen to the conversation between our co-founder, Chris Cooley, and attorney Bill Gault of Nippes, Healy and Gault LLC.
Learn MoreThe MyHRBuzz Podcast tackles topics relevant to the world of Human Resources, ranging from Federal compliance to workplace culture.
Learn MoreLast Updated on November 8, 2023 See our updated HR Checklist HERE. Out with 2020, in with the new year. In many ways, the final weeks of the year can be a little less demanding for most employees—a season of office parties, celebratory staff lunches, and vacation time. However, it’s one of the busiest periods […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on January 11, 2021 It’s always a question for employers. Do I spend the money to screen an employee, and what if I decided not to? There is a real risk! Our answer… It’s a big one. Listen as Kim Lewis, with MyHRScreens™ weighs in on employee screening. The pros and the cons […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on October 27, 2020 NEW! MyHRBuzz – The Podcast In this episode, we visit with Misty Baker, Director of Compliance and Governmental Affairs for BenefitMall. We will discuss the upcoming CA vs. TX Supreme Court case and how it could potentially affect the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and healthcare going forward. Subscribe […]
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